• Summer Storytime (Ages 3-6) and Open Play (All Ages) @ Harper Woods Public Library

    Harper Woods Public Library 19601 Harper Avenue, Harper Woods, Michigan

    Join us to sing, move, and listen to stories with your little one! Stick around after for some play time! Child must be with caregiver. No registration required. Tot Time (0-3) at 11:15am Storytime (3-6) at 11:45am Open Play until 1:00pm Image Source    

    Free
  • Drop-in Fun @ Detroit Public Library (Franklin)

    Drop-in Fun @ Detroit Public Library (Franklin)
    Detroit Public Library – Franklin 13651 E. McNichols Road, Detroit, MI

    Stop in for a different activity every week! During regular business hours M, W, F 10-5:30 T & Th 12-7:30. June 23-June 27 Diamond Dot Stickers July 30-July 3 4th of July Paper Lanterns July 7- July 11 Pipe Cleaner Critters July 14-July 18 Coffee Filter Butterflies July 21-July 25 Suncatchers July 28- Aug 1 Yarn Monsters

    Free
  • Art Exploration with Ms. Ashley and Ms. Kait (Ages 5+) @ Cairns Community Center

    Cairns Community Center 58 Orchard Street, Mount Clemens, MI

    Join Ms. Ashley and Ms. Kait for fun, weekly art explorations hosted by Cairns! Each week will feature a new theme designed to inspire creativity and offer insight into the influence of the arts. Image Source

    Free
  • Dodge Park Thursdays @ Dodge Park

    Dodge Park Thursdays @ Dodge Park
    Dodge Park 40750 Utica Road, Sterling Heights, Michigan

    Dodge Park is the place to be on Thursday nights this summer! Dodge Park Farmers Market The Dodge Park Farmers Market runs every Thursday starting June 5 until September 25 from 3-8 p.m. Come out and enjoy fresh food and produce, all locally made straight to you!We will also be accepting EBT, so no family will be turned away. DPFM participates in the Double Up Food Bucks and Senior Project FRESH/Market program. Facebook Page –> bit.ly/431sQUBWebsite […]

    Free
  • Art in the Parks @ Palmer Park

    Palmer Park 1121 Merrill Plaisance Street, Highland Park, MI

    We start our free Art in the Parks this week on Thursdays 3:30 – 5 in Palmer Park, and next week in Clark Park. These youth led activities are open to all ages and supported by the Belle Isle Art Fair , individual donors and Arts & Scraps . We’re also at Cool Cities Park on Wednesday afternoons, thanks to the Detroit Pistons Neighbors program. Image Source

    Free
  • Northwest Detroit Farmers Market @ 18445 Scarsdale Street

    Northwest Detroit Farmers Market 18445 Scarsdale Street, Detroit, MI

    CELEBRATE 20 YEARS WITH US! We turn a parking lot into a farmers’ market every Thursday where the vibes are brimming with flavor, creativity, and community spirit.  Fresh and affordable fareEnjoy crisp produce, pasture raised eggs, baked delights, and small batch treats, all grown or crafted by Detroit farmers and makers you can greet by name.  Community vibesMore than a shopping trip, the market is a weekly gathering where friends and neighbors swap recipes, share […]

    Free
  • East Warren Farmers Market @ 16835 E. Warren

    East Warren Farmers Market @ 16835 E. Warren
    16835 E. Warren 16835 E. Warren, Detroit, Michigan

    The E. Warren Farmers Market opens  June, 5th, 2025 for its 6th season! Visitors of all ages are invited to experience the outdoor market and shop for local produce, artisan goods, fresh foods and more. The market proudly offers Michigan-grown produce subject to local growing patterns. In addition to foods, shoppers can browse unique gifts, organic body products, handcrafted jewelry, and more! About Market Hours: Thursdays, 5 PM – 8 PM NOW ACCEPTING SNAP AND WIC. […]

    Free
  • St Clair Shores Thursday Farmers Market @ Blossom Heath Park

    Blossom Heath Park 24800 Jefferson Ave, St Clair Shores, MI

    2025 FARMERS MARKET The 2025 Sunday markets will be held on the 4th Sunday of the month in Downtown St. Clair Shores (9 Mile and Mack) The Thursday markets will still be at Blossom Heath Park, located on Jefferson and just south of 10 Mile Road.  Thursday Markets offer beer/alcohol sales. Sunday, May 18, 11 AM-9 PM – FLOWERS & FOOD TRUCKS! Thursday, June 12, 5–9 PM (Country Style Theme) Sunday, June 22, 8 AM-2 […]

  • Food is Medicine with Geneva McCloud: Kids Can Cook! @ Detroit Abloom

    Detroit Abloom 248 Manistique Street, Detroit, MI

    Please bring your kiddos to join us this Thursday for our cooking class just for kids! Kids will make and enjoy their own summer dinner in our beautiful garden with Ms. Geneva McCloud @itsgigimac of Favorable Well-Being. She thoroughly enjoys opportunities to teach community nutrition throughout Metro Detroit, emphasizing the importance of food choices. The class is $10pp and is best for ages 5+. Parents are invited to join for free if they won’t be eating. Image […]

    $10
  • Pride in the Park @ Veterans Memorial Park

    Veterans Memorial Park 27325 Barkman Street, Roseville, MI

    Bring your family and friends – all are welcome as we celebrate Eastpointe & Roseville’s LGBTQIA+ community with music, yard games, a photo opportunity, face painting, kid’s craft area, food vendors, local businesses and more! The first 100 guests will receive a RARE Pride gift! FREE! No registration required. Image Source

    Free
  • Music on the Plaza @ The Village, Grosse Pointe

    Music on the Plaza @ The Village, Grosse Pointe
    The Village, Grosse Pointe 17000 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe, Michigan

    SAVE THE DATES for the 2025 return of Music on the Plaza! Concerts take place outdoors on the plaza, located at the corner of Kercheval Avenue and St. Clair Avenue, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Parking is conveniently located in surface lot behind CVS (lot #4), the parking deck, on street or in any of the other parking lots in The Village. BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair), enjoy a nearby patio, or grab a […]

    Free
  • Free Family Movie Nights @ Wayne Community College District University Center

    Wayne County Community College District University Center 19305 Vernier Road, Harper Woods, MI

    Join us for a night of popcorn, drinks & amazing flicks! Every other Thursday starting July 10th at the Wayne County Community College District University Center (19305 Vernier Road). What to expect? A FUN NIGHT WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS Movie Schedule The movie night series is free for those attending (No ticket required) July 10 – Moana 2 July 24 – The Wild Robot August 7 – Wicked August 21 – Madame Web Movies will […]

    Free
  • OAC Family Campout @ DNR Outdoor Adventure Center

    DNR Outdoor Adventure Center 1801 Atwater Street, Detroit, Michigan

    Check-in: Friday, July 11, from 5-6 p.m. Checkout: Saturday, July 12, from 8-9 a.m. Celebrate the OAC’s 10th anniversary with a summer campout! Pitch a tent on our front lawn and enjoy fishing, archery, games and more. We’ll end the night with a campfire and s’mores and wake up to a pancake breakfast inside the OAC. S’mores kits, crafts and a pancake breakfast will be provided for every registered guest. Need a tent? No problem! […]

    $35
  • Friday Open Play @ First English Lutheran Preschool

    Friday Open Play @ First English Lutheran Preschool
    First English Lutheran Preschool 800 Vernier Road, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

    Join us for relaxed free play in our spacious preschool classroom! Ages 0-5 welcome, but please know classroom is set up for preschool and some small parts may be available. For this program a caregiver must stay with their child for the entire time. Available areas include: House, Blocks, Art, Sensory, & Books. Families are welcome to bring their own snack. Our classroom is located on level 1. FAQ available on the preschool page of […]

    $5
  • Mother Trees: Open Play @ Grosse Pointe Unitarian Church

    Grosse Pointe Unitarian Church 17150 Maumee Avenue, Grosse Pointe, MI

    Come bask in the morning sun with us in the Memorial Garden at Grosse Pointe Unitarian Church! We don’t have a speaker this week, so we’re leaving it open ended, and letting the littles run in the fenced-in space. We’ll have light toys, some bubbles, and maybe a few other things on hand. Bring a favorite toy or snack and come hang! What’s Mother Trees? Mother Trees is a local group for moms in all […]

  • Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront @ Gabriel Richard Park

    Gabriel Richard Park 7130 E Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI

    Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront (R3) is the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s unique, interactive early literacy program. With the generous support of General Motors, R3 stretches six weeks throughout the summer and features readings by local celebrities, as well as business and community leaders.  The program also boasts live and interactive family entertainment and free books sponsored by Priority Health in partnership with the Detroit Public Library’s “Library on Wheels.” Like last year, the program […]

    Free
  • Mini and Me Outdoors @ Roseville Public Library

    Mini and Me Outdoors @ Roseville Public Library
    Roseville Public Library 29777 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, Michigan

    Come have a playdate at the library! Join us for a drop-in social and play program for children 5 and under and their grown-ups. Children will get a chance to play and socialize with others their age, while the adults get to network and trade stories and tips. Moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, babysitters, caregivers – all are welcome! Bring a blanket or chair for comfy seating. No registration is required. ** This program will […]

    Free
  • Open Play @ Detroit Kid City

    Open Play @ Detroit Kid City
    Detroit Kid City 37051 Southbound Gratiot Avenue, Clinton Township, Michigan

    Reserved Open Play 4 hours of  Open Play By Reservation! With the new time slot, you may come in anytime between 10-2pm! Current Open Play Times Are: Wednesdays 10am-2pm Fridays 10am-2pm & 4pm-8pm Sundays 9am-11am Any Dates Not Showing Are Sold Out! **No Refunds** We can move dates if needed** *$15.00 per child (admission is charged for children ages 1-8)  Siblings 9 & up and babies younger than 1 are free IF accompanied by a […]

    $15
  • Drop-in Fun @ Detroit Public Library (Franklin)

    Drop-in Fun @ Detroit Public Library (Franklin)
    Detroit Public Library – Franklin 13651 E. McNichols Road, Detroit, MI

    Stop in for a different activity every week! During regular business hours M, W, F 10-5:30 T & Th 12-7:30. June 23-June 27 Diamond Dot Stickers July 30-July 3 4th of July Paper Lanterns July 7- July 11 Pipe Cleaner Critters July 14-July 18 Coffee Filter Butterflies July 21-July 25 Suncatchers July 28- Aug 1 Yarn Monsters

    Free
  • Music in the Park @ Spotlight Park

    Music in the Park @ Spotlight Park
    Spotlight Park 5945 Linwood Street, Detroit, MI

    Welcome to our fourth year of MUSIC IN THE PARK in partnership with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra! Join us at SPOTLIGHT PARK this summer to explore through music! Participants will have the opportunity to work with DSO musicians to learn about melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, expression and sound. DATES Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 20 June 27 July 11 July 18 July 25 END OF PROGRAM CELEBRATION July 26 LOCATION SPOTLIGHT PARK […]