Post Adoption Resource Centers

Garden City Santaland Parade
2025-11-29 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Downtown Garden City Area, Garden City, MI, United States
Mark your calendar now for Garden City’s longest running tradition. The 2025 GCDDA Santaland Parade.
Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, November 29th, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Weekend Hayrides at Kensington Metropark
2025-11-30 12:00 - 16:00 | Kensington Metropark, Farm Center, 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, MI, 48380, United States
Families can come out to Kensington Metropark Farm Center to take a weekend hayride. Hayrides last approximately 20 minutes. Tickets are available on-site only at the Farm Center office.
Event cost: $5/adult, $3/child, free/under 2; parking pass required
Event times: Noon-4 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays, June 28-Nov. 30, 2025

Participatory Science Hike at Belle Isle
2025-11-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Belle Isle Nature Center, 176 Lakeside Dr., Detroit, Select a Country:
Join Belle Isle Nature Center staff as we look to identify the different species around Belle Isle.
Register here
Cost: Free
Date: Sunday, November 30th, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo
2025-12-01, 2025-12-08, 2025-12-15, 2025-12-22, 2025-12-29 | Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI, United States
Wild Lights, presented by Corewell Health Children’s, has been a treasured holiday tradition for more than a decade for a reason. At this incredible event, you’ll encounter enchanting animal-themed light sculptures that bring a whimsical touch to the festive season and create a magical experience for all ages. Be prepared to be mesmerized by millions of twinkling LED lights transforming the Zoo into a winter wonderland.
Event cost: $17-$26/advanced online pricing, free/2 and under, $8/parking
Event times: Times vary; Nov. 22, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026

Waterford Farmers Market
2025-12-02 07:00 - 13:30, 2025-12-09 07:00 - 13:30, 2025-12-16 07:00 - 13:30, 2025-12-23 07:00 - 13:30 | Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Rd., Waterford, MI, 48328, United States
Waterford Farmers Market
Oakland County Market / Oakland County Farmers Markets
2350 Pontiac Lake Road
Waterford, MI
248-858-5495
website – www.OaklandCountyParks.com
Oakland County Farmers Market 2025 – Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays May 2 through December from 7a-1:30p. January through April from 7a-1:30p Saturdays only. Beginning May 2, the Oakland County Farmers Market resumes its summer operation of three days (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays).

Monthly Story Time at The Mall at Partridge Creek
2025-12-02 10:00 - 10:30 | The Mall at Partridge Creek, 17420 Hall Rd., Clinton Twp., MI, 48038, United States
Happening Monthly!
The Mall at Partridge Creek has partnered with the Clinton Township Library to host a Monthly Story Time! Join us for seasonal reads and fun educational opportunities as we share the joy of reading with the little ones!
🚨 Reservations are REQUIRED thru the Library link 👉 HTTP://CMPL.LIBNET.INFO/EVENTS
Monthly details: 10:00AM-10:30AM, reservations required
Tuesday, December 2- Holiday Hoopla
Cost: FREE

Permian Monsters: Life Before the Dinosaurs
2025-12-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48303, United States
Step back in time 290 million years when bizarre-looking animals dominated life on land and sea, and find out about the greatest extinction the world has ever seen in Permian Monsters: Life before the Dinosaurs. This unique exhibition brings the past back to life with fossilized skeletons and full size life models of the animals that ruled the world millions of years before the age of dinosaurs, in a time known as the Permian.
The Permian period ended with the largest extinction Earth ever experienced, which wiped out 90% of all species on the planet. The cause of the end-Permian extinction had baffled scientists for the past 20 years but a recent discovery shed new light on the cause of this catastrophe: global warming. Find out how this familiar phenomenon, started by a huge volcanic eruption, set off a chain of events that led to the greatest extinction on Earth.
The exhibition blends art and science with a collection of new artwork which offers a glimpse back in time through the eyes of award winning paleo-artist Julius Csotonyi. View fossilised skeletons and reconstructed models of these amazing but bizarre creatures that dominated land and sea; and dig and identify fossils in the interactive dig pits throughout the exhibition.
Permian Monsters showcases an amazing collection of fossils and models from this relatively unknown time period, from giant insects, bizarre looking sharks to strange reptiles with mammal-like characteristics. Meet the top predator of the time, the giant saber-toothed gorgonopsid ‘Inostrancevia’ and find out what nearly killed them all to make way for Earth’s next rulers, the Dinosaurs.

Adults: $9
Adult Members: $8
Seniors 65+ & Children 2 – 12: $7
Seniors 65+ & Children 2 – 12 Members: $6
CIS Enhanced Members and Children under 2: FREE

Event times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Thursdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays, Noon-4 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 28, 2025-Jan. 7, 2026

Magic of Lights at Pine Knob Music Theatre
2025-12-05 17:30 - 22:00, 2025-12-12 17:30 - 22:00, 2025-12-19 17:30 - 22:00, 2025-12-26 17:30 - 22:00 | Pine Knob Music Theatre, 33 Bob Seger Drive, Clarkston, MI, 48348, United States
Drive through a sparkling holiday wonderland filled with dazzling light displays, festive characters, and family fun. Kids will love the glowing tunnels and magical Reindeer Rest Stop with walk-through displays.
Event cost: Santa Saver passes start at $25 per vehicle, and oversized vehicle passes from $56. Online purchase required.
Event times: 6-9 p.m. daily Nov. 21-Jan. 3, 5:30-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday Dec. 12 – Jan. 3

Permian Monsters at Cranbrook Institute of Science
2025-12-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48303, United States
Step back 290 million years to explore life before the dinosaurs. Kids can see fossilized skeletons, life-size models and even dig for fossils in interactive pits.
Event cost: Adults $9, adult members $8, seniors 65+ and children 2-12 $7, senior and child members $6, children under 2 and CIS Enhanced Members free
Event times: Sept. 28, 2025-Jan. 7, 2026. Wednesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m.

Holiday Market at the Anton Art Center
2025-12-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Anton Art Center, 125 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens, MI, United States
Shop a variety of unique gifts and décor at the Anton Art Center that is crafted by Michigan artists.
Event cost: Free; donations welcomed and appreciated
Event times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.​ Sundays, Nov. 18-Dec 21, 2025 (closed Nov. 26-27, 2025)

Wild Michigan at Lake St. Clair Metropark
2025-12-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Lake St. Clair Metropark Nature Center, 31300 Metro Pkwy., Harrison Twp, MI, United States
This monthly program discusses the wonderful organisms and places found in Michigan. Topics are relevant to animals, plants, seasons and history of Michigan. Every session, participants will add to their “Wild Michigan Booklet,” that will be provided. This family-friendly program takes place indoors and outdoors. Participants will take a short, guided outdoor hike. Pre-registration required by 4 p.m. the day before the program. For ages 5-plus.

March 23 – Animal Superstitions
April 13 – Beavers & Muskrats
May 25 – Spring Flora
June 29 – Snakes
July 27 – Herons
Aug. 24 – Butterflies
Sept. 7 – Migrating Marvels
Oct. 12 – Wildcats
Nov. 9 – Raptors
Dec. 14 – Animal Tracks

Event cost: $5/person; parking pass required
Event time: 1-2:30 p.m. Various Sundays, March 23-Dec. 14, 2025

Permian Monsters at Cranbrook Institute of Science
2025-12-18 10:00 - 17:00 | MI

Santa visits The Village of Rochester Hills
2025-12-21 | The Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Rd., Rochester Hills, MI, 48309, United States
Families can stop by Santa’s Snug for free walk-up visits and photos throughout the holiday season. Kids can bring wish lists or drop letters into the Magical Mailbox. Guests should bring their own camera.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: Santa hours Nov. 28-Dec. 24

Trees for a Cause
2025-12-27, 2025-12-28 | The Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Rd., Rochester Hills, MI, 48309, United States
Families can explore ten decorated Christmas trees created by local nonprofits and vote for their favorite inside the Village Art Gallery. The festive displays line Main Street and offer an easy outdoor holiday outing. One charity will receive a $5,000 donation based on community votes.
Event cost: Free admission.
Event times: Daily Dec. 6–31
