Post Adoption Resource Centers

Tinkering for Tots at The Henry Ford in Dearborn
2026-04-07 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI, United States
Tinkering for Tots invites preschoolers to explore storytelling, play, and hands-on learning through monthly themed activities. Each session includes a story, a museum artifact visit, and a take-home STEAM activity kit.
Event cost: Free for members or with museum admission ($34 adults, $25.50 youth, ages 4 and under free)
Event times: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month, April-May 2026

Preschool Skate in Livonia
2026-04-08 10:00 - 11:30 | Riverside Arena, 36635 Plymouth Rd, Livonia, MI, 48150, United States
They have free skate and time to get your skates from 10-10:30, a lesson from 10:30 to 11ish, then free skate until 11:30.
Cost: $5 per skater
Date: Wednesday, April 8th, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Drawing in the Galleries at Detroit Institute of Arts
2026-04-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI, United States
Drawing in the Galleries at Detroit Institute of Arts invites families to create pencil drawings while exploring artwork up close. Kids and adults can enjoy a calm, creative experience with all supplies provided and no experience needed. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Event cost: Free with general admission, tri county residents free with ID
Event times: 6-8:30 p.m. April 10; 12-4 p.m. April 12

OAK Amazing Race at Oakwoods Metropark Nature Center
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Oakwoods Metropark Nature Center, 32911 Willow Road, New Boston, MI, 48164, United States
OAK Amazing Race at Oakwoods Metropark Nature Center gets kids moving outdoors with team challenges and problem solving activities along the trails. This program encourages teamwork, creativity and exploration in a fun natural setting. Be prepared for outdoor terrain and dress for the weather.
Event cost: $5 per child
Event times: 1-3 p.m. April 11

PBS KIDS in the Neighborhood
2026-04-14 12:30 - 14:30 | Bucharest Grill, 110 Piquette st., Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Families! Be our Guest. Join your PBS KIDS Education Team for a Party in the Neighborhood.
Connect to resources to making learning fun and exciting for you and your children. Take photos, make memories, share some laughs, and meet our “special” furry friend and the PBS KIDS Education Team.
Date: Tuesday, April 14th, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Cost: Free

Parent Child Music Group
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Brownstown Event Center, 23345 King Road, Brownstown, MI, 48183, United States
Each class is 45 minutes long and designed to promote language, motor, and cognition in infants and toddlers through music.
Cost: Free
Date: Wednesday, April 15th, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Drawing in the Galleries Japanese & Korean Art and Indian & Southeast Asian Art Galleries
2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:30 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI, United States
Create a pencil drawing to take home while exploring the collection up close. No experience is necessary, and all supplies are provided. For ages 6 and up (children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Space is limited.
FREE for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.
Cost: $20 for adults, $10 for seniors (62+)/college students, and $8 for youth (6–17). Children 5 and under are free.
Date: Friday, April 17th, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Healthy Kids Day at YMCA (various locations)
2026-04-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Boll YMCA, 1401 Broadway, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is hosting the Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day® on April 18th at all YMCA facility branches. This free, annual event features a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season. Healthy Kids Day is open to the Public.
Times vary by location:

Boll Family YMCA
Saturday, April 18
11:00 am-1:00 pm

Carls Family YMCA
Saturday, April 18
11:00 am-1:00 pm

Downriver Family YMCA
Saturday, April 18
1:00-3:30 pm

Farmington Family YMCA
Saturday, April 18
11:00 am-12:30 pm

Macomb Family YMCA
Saturday, April 18
12:00-2:00 pm

South Oakland Family YMCA
Saturday, April 18
11:30 am-1:00 pm

World Dance Day at Oak Park Community Center
2026-04-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Oak Park Community Center, 14300 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park, MI, United States
Join us on Sunday, April 19 from 4–6p.m. at the Oak Park Community Center for a lively and inspiring celebration of dance from around the world! This event is FREE and open to the public, so bring your family and friends for an afternoon of movement, culture, and community.
World Dance Day (also known as International Dance Day) was first celebrated in 1982. April 29 was chosen to honor the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre, a pioneering French ballet master. The purpose of this global celebration is to promote dance in schools and communities, and to give everyone the opportunity to experience and participate in the art of dance.
The City of Oak Park and the Oak Park Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission are proud to continue this wonderful tradition each year on or around the National Day of Celebration. We’re excited to celebrate the beauty of dance and culture.
Cost: Free
Date: Sunday, April 19th, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

DaVinci The Exhibition at The Henry Ford
2026-04-20 09:30 - 17:00 | The Henry Ford, 20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn, MI, 48124, United States
Step into the world of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions, intricate art studies, and interactive displays. Families can explore art, science, and engineering while kids enjoy hands-on machines like a room of mirrors and a rope pulley. Free for members or included with museum admission.
Event cost: Members free; Nonmember general admission $36, senior $32.50, youth ages 5-11 $27, children 4 and under free; parking $9 nonmembers, free for members
Event times: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily April-May 3, 2026

Earth Day Craft Time in Romulus
2026-04-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Romulus Public library, 1123 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI, 48174, United States
Earth Day Crafts: Make seed bombs and cardboard crafts at the Library!
Date: Tuesday, April 21st, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Cost: Free

Earth Day at the Detroit Public Library
2026-04-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Detroit Public Library – Campbell Branch, 8733 W. Vernor Highway, Detroit, MI, 48209, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with fun, hands-on activities that help kids learn about caring for our planet.

Celebrate the planet with hands-on fun! This Earth Day Program invites kids and families to explore crafts and interactive activities that highlight the importance of caring for the Earth. Learn, create, and discover ways everyone can all help protect the environment while having a great time.
Date: Wednesday, April 22nd, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Cost: Free

Nature Tots: Mud at Belle Isle Nature Center
2026-04-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Belle Isle Nature Center, 176 Lakeside Dr., Detroit, Select a Country:
Join Belle Isle Nature Center staff for a celebration of mud through story, music, movement, and art for children 2-4 years old and their caregivers.
Date: Thursday, April 23rd, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: Free

Canton Open Swim
2026-04-24 18:30 - 20:00 | Goldfish Swim School – Canton, 225 Sheldon Road, Canton, MI, 48187, United States
Whether you want to help your children practice their swimming skills or your family needs some bonding time, a Family Swim is a great way to spend an afternoon. Enjoy your day or evening in our shiver-free pool that’s heated to a pleasant 90°.
Please call (248) 596-1914 and then select extension 2-5 or email swimcanton@goldfishss.com to register
Cost: $15 per person or $30 per family
Members are FREE for Family Swims
Date: Friday, April 24th, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Drawing in the Galleries Rivera Court at the DIA
2026-04-26 12:00 - 16:00 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI, United States
Create your own pencil drawing to take home while exploring the collection up close. No experience necessary, and all supplies are provided. Open to ages 6 and up (children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Space is limited.
Date: Saturday, April 25th, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Cost: $20 for adults, $10 for seniors (62+)/college students, and $8 for youth (6–17). Children 5 and under are free.
FREE for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.

Celebrate Spring with Pony Rides at Heritage Park in Taylor
2026-04-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Heritage Park Petting Farm, 12803 Pardee Road, Taylor, Select a Country:
The Heritage Park Petting Farm is a municipal farm that is home to over 90 animals. All events at the Heritage Park Petting Farm run from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and are $5 per person (one and under free). The cost of admission includes all photo opportunities as well as the activity for the day. All events feature a gift shop with themed souvenirs.
Date: Sunday, April 26th, 11:00 AM – 4:00 pm and Monday, April 27th, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $5

Preschool Skate in Livonia
2026-04-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Riverside Arena, 36635 Plymouth Rd, Livonia, MI, 48150, United States
They have free skate and time to get your skates from 10-10:30, a lesson from 10:30 to 11ish, then free skate until 11:30.
OUR PRESCHOOL SKATE AND CLASS IS EVERY WEDNESDAY, FROM 10:00 AM TO 11:30 AM. PARENTS, STROLLERS, AND CHILDREN SIX YEARS OLD AND UNDER ARE WELCOME. THIS INSTRUCTIONAL AND FUN-FILLED SKATING TIME IS DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR PRESCHOOLERS. CHILDREN LEARN BALANCE, HOKEY POKEY AND CHICKEN DANCE. KIDS MUSIC, AND RENTALS ARE INCLUDED FOR ONLY $5.00 PER SKATER.
Cost: $5 per skater
Date: Wednesday, April 29th, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
