• Storytime: Maybe Something Beautiful @ Ford House

    Storytime: Maybe Something Beautiful @ Ford House
    Ford House 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan

    Date(s): Every Tuesday in July Time(s): 10:30 a.m. Age range: 7 and under About this event: This month, we’re inviting all little artists for a fun-filled, creative journey at Storytime! We’ll read Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy and Theresa Howell, illustrated by Rafael Lopez. After the story, stay and get your hands messy with an art activity that brings the story to life! It’s the perfect way to ignite your child’s imagination and creativity. […]

    Free
  • Baby Storytime @ Center Line Public Library

    Baby Storytime @ Center Line Public Library
    Center Line Public Library 7345 Weingartz Street, Center Line, Michigan

    Join us for stories, songs and last, but not least – play! The Center Line Public Library invites children ages 0 to 36 months and their caregivers to stop by for twenty minutes of stories and songs followed by open-ended play time. This program will be held weekly on Tuesdays at 11 AM. Drop in and meet new friends! Image Source

    Free
  • Read, Rhyme, and Play @ GPPL Ewald

    Read, Rhyme, and Play
    Grosse Pointe Public Library – Ewald 15175 E. Jefferson, Grosse Pointe, Michigan

    Join us for this interactive story time for children under 5 and their adults! There will be reading, marching, rhyming, singing and more to help your little one learn, grow and have fun!  Toys will be provided after, if you’d like to stay and play.  No registration is necessary. Image Source

    Free
  • Drawing in the Galleries: Japanese, Indian & Southeast Asian Art (Ages 6+) @ Detroit Institute of Arts

    Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Create a pencil drawing to take home while taking a closer look at the collection. No experience necessary and all supplies are provided. For ages 6 through adult. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Capacity is limited. Image Source

    Free with general admission
  • 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
  • Open Art Studio @ Mt Clemens Public Library

    DIY Lego Club @ Mt Clemens Public Library
    Mt Clemens Public Library 150 Cass Ave, Mount Clemens, Michigan

    Stop by our Makerspace and create whatever you like! Each week, we’ll highlight a different famous artist and provide a variety of art supplies. Drop in and let your creativity run wild! Children younger than 2nd grade must be accompanied by an older sibling or an adult at all times. Image Source

    Free
  • Lit Lab Pop Up @ Detroit Public Library (Main)

    Detroit Public Library – Main 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Lit Lab Pop Up Join us each Tuesday for a fun filled, hands-on pop up. Kids will be immersed in Literacy & STEM activities that will wow them. They will be able to get creative and have so much fun they won’t know they’re also learning a ton! Presented by Wayne RESA. Kids of all ages welcome. Image Source

    Free
  • Summer Reading Club – Free Fun & Prizes (Ages 5+) @ Detroit Public Library (Franklin)

    Detroit Public Library – Franklin 13651 E. McNichols Road, Detroit, MI

    Color Our World with fun free events at Franklin Branch Library. Borrow great books and graphic novels for free with you library card. Win prizes for reading any kind of books you like, and make new friends as you attend our excellent events! (Suggested ages 5-18) Different activities every Tuesday, June 24 – July 29, from 2-3 p.m: June 24 Snacks & Slime –Make your own slime to take home & have snacks! July 1 Painting […]

    Free
  • Kid’s Garden Club (Ages 3-13) @ Mount Clemens Public Library

    Mt Clemens Public Library 150 Cass Ave, Mount Clemens, Michigan

    Calling all kids to come play outside in the library’s very own garden! Enjoy crafting and gardening activities under the sun. Join the Youth Department in exploring our garden when the weather permits. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Image Source

    Free
  • Movie in the Park: Wicked @ Spindler Park

    Spindler Park 19400 Stephens Road, Eastpointe, MI

    Tuesday, July 15 | Spindler Park | 7:30 PM SHARPGet ready for a magical evening under the stars! Join us at Spindler Park (19400 Stephens, Eastpointe) for a screening of the blockbuster hit, Wicked! Grab some delicious eats from local food vendors Claim your spot on the lawn Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!This is a FREE community event you won’t want to miss. Bring your chairs, blankets, and favorite people—we’ll see you there! Movie begins promptly at 7:30 […]

    Free
  • Concert of Colors in Detroit

    Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    July 16-20, 2025, and it’s all free Global arts, music and dance festival with food trucks featuring cuisine across the world, vendors/shopping and nonprofit booths offering information to make change for a better world for all of us. The Midwest’s largest global music festival featuring the biggest names in their genres and it’s free! Image Source

    Free
  • Firebirds @ Detroit Body Garage

    Firebirds @ Detroit Body Garage
    Detroit Body Garage 8635 Mack Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Parents need movement + community more than ever. This is why we created this class. Taking care of our families. Join us for a kid friendly 45 min workout. The coach will help you move thru the session with your children playing or even joining in if they are old enough. 2 mornings a week to help YOU make YOUR wellness a priority. All age kiddos welcome. (sitting in a stroller, carseat, pack & play […]

    $25
  • Baby Playgroup @ Harrison Township Public Library

    Preschool Storytime @ Harrison Township Public Library
    Harrison Township Public Library 38255 L'Anse Creuse St. Suite A, Harrison Township, Michigan

    A fun drop-in play time just for babies! This is a great way for babies and parents to spend time together and enjoy themselves, while building early literacy and social skills. This program is geared for children 6 months to 24 months. Registration is NOT required. Image Source

    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
  • Family Storytime @ Center Line Public Library

    Family Storytime @ Center Line Public Library
    Center Line Public Library 7345 Weingartz Street, Center Line, Michigan

    Enjoy twenty minutes of interactive stories, rhymes, and riddles followed by an engaging craft activity. This program is intended for children five and younger and their caregivers with no registration required. Family Storytime is held at 11 AM on Wednesdays, and repeats the next day, Thursday at 6 PM.  

    Free
  • Tea & Tots @ Spice & Tea Exchange

    Tea & Tots @ Spice & Tea Exchange
    Spice & Tea Exchange Grosse Pointe 17037 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe, MI

    Gather the little ones for a magical hour filled with enchanting stories and delightful, kid-friendly teas! Parents can relax at our tea bar while the kids immerse themselves in adventures. Join us for some fun! Image Source

  • Drop-In Workshop: Wearable Wire Sculpture @ Detroit Institute of Arts

    Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan

    Find inspiration in the galleries, then create your own sculpture using colorful wire. Make a portrait, an animal, or a unique creation of your own to hang on the wall or display in a window. You can even create something to wear! Image Source

    Free with general admission