Post Adoption Resource Centers

Terrific Twos Storytime (Age 2)
2026-03-25 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington HIlls, MI, United States
Library Events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend!
The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the Meeting Room at the FCL Farmington location at 23500 Liberty St., Farmington, MI 48335.
No Registration Required
At storytime, we show you how to help your child’s brain grow by talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing, and we help you connect with other parents. Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, music, and movement together, followed by playtime with art and/or sensory experiences. Terrific Twos storytime and playtime activities are designed for kids who are 2 years-old with an adult. Siblings welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

ADA Requests: To request ADA accommodations, such as wheelchair access or sign language interpretation, please complete the Accessibility Request Form at least 10 days before the event.

Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation at Detroit Institute of Arts
2026-03-25 09:00 - 16:00 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI, United States
See one of the largest presentations of contemporary Native American art in the Midwest. Families can explore more than 90 works including beadwork, painting, sculpture and more, while learning about Anishinaabe traditions and creativity.
Event cost: Free for residents of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties; free with tribal-issued ID; general admission for non-residents varies ($8-18)
Event times: March–April 5, 2026 during museum hours (Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Mon closed)

Princess Time With Princess Merida in Romulus
2026-03-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Romulus Public library, 1123 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI, 48174, United States
Meet, play, dance and read with Princess Merida at the Library! This event is for all ages.
Cost: Free
Date: Tuesday, March 24th, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Mystery of the Mayan Medallion
2026-03-24, 2026-03-16, 2026-03-10 | Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48303, United States
Families can explore an immersive exhibit where kids follow clues through an ancient Maya mystery. Children can decode glyphs, learn about rainforest animals and try hands on activities like charcoal rubbings and a tabletop Maya ballgame. The exhibit runs for several months and is best for elementary age kids and up.
Event cost: Exhibit admission in addition to museum admission. Adults $9, adult members $8. Seniors 65+ and children ages 2-12 $7, members $6. CIS Enhanced members and children under 2 are free.
Event times: During regular museum hours Feb. 1-June 7

Homeschool Arts & Science on the Farm
2026-03-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Indian Springs Metropark, 5200 Indian Trail, White Lake, MI, 48386, United States
Homeschool students ages nine and up are invited to come learn all about the arts and sciences that are a part of a working farm. There is so much to explore, topics will vary by session. Younger siblings are always welcome at the farm but will not be able to participate in the class. Parents do not need to stay in the class space but must remain on site.
What to Expect:
This program is mainly outdoors and in unheated barns. The planned path is dirt and gravel. The program is 60-90 minutes in length.
Ages: Children 9 – 18.
Time: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Cost: $10 per child
Location: Wolcott Mill Metropark, Farm Center
Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program.

Fun for Ones Storytime in Livonia
2026-03-23 11:00 - 11:30 | Livonia Public Libray, 32777 Five Mile Rd., Livonia, MI, 48154, United States
Ages 12 to 23 months. Songs, simple stories, and other activities that introduce our youngest patrons to the pleasures of the library. No registration required.
Cost: Free
Date: Monday, March 23rd, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Monster Jam at Ford Field
2026-03-22 15:00 | Ford Field, 2000 Brush , Detroit , MI, 48226, United States
Monster Jam roars back into Detroit with massive trucks, world-class drivers and family-friendly fun. Watch adrenaline-pumping competitions like Racing, Skills and Freestyle, plus get in on the action with fan-favorite experiences like the Pit Party and Trackside. Don’t miss Grave Digger, Sparkle Smash, Megalodon and more tearing up the dirt at Ford Field.
Event cost: Ticket prices vary; Pit Party Pass sold separately
Event times:

5 p.m. March 21 (Pit Party 12:30–3:30 p.m., Early Access 11:30 a.m.)

3 p.m. March 22 (Pit Party 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.)

Maple’s Sweet Story
2026-03-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Parkway , Milford, MI, 48380, United States
Take a guided walk out to the sugar bush to learn how to pick the perfect maple tree to tap. Then watch how the trees are tapped and visit the sugar shack to watch the sap being turned into syrup. Real maple sugar products will be available for purchase. Pre-registration is not required.
Event cost: Free; $10/vehicle entry
Event times: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 28; March 1, 7-8, 14-15, and 21-22, 2026

Maple Sweetness at Wolcott Mill Metropark
2026-03-21 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-15 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Wolcott Mill Metropark Historic Center, 64162 Kuntsman Road, Ray Twp., MI, United States
Families can visit the wood-fired evaporator and discover how to turn sap into syrup. Venture out into the sugarbush on a self-guided nature hike. Pre-registration is not required.
Event cost: Free; $10/vehicle entry
Event time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 28; March 1, 7-8, 14-15 and 21, 2026

Warren Spring Carnival
2026-03-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Warren Community Center, 5460 Arden, Warren, 48092, United States
The Warren Spring Carnival returns to the Warren Community Center on Saturday, March 21st from 10 AM – 1 PM!
Activities include:

Visit with the Easter Bunny
Egg Hunt
Inflatables
Balloon Sculptures
Airbrush Face Painting
Seed Planting with the Warren Garden Club

Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, March 21st, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Open Bounce at Inflatable Playspaces
2026-03-20 10:30 - 13:00 | Inflatable Playspaces
Open Bounce at Inflatable Playspaces – 248-288-5888, www.inflatableplayspaces.com. Inflatable Playspaces rents inflatables and backyard party games of every kind. They also have a
great indoor bounce room & party room. On Fridays they open up their HUGE open bounce room for open jump for the low price of $9 per child (parents of children are FREE).
Please call ahead to confirm.

The Mall at Partridge Creek Dog Photos with the Easter Bunny
2026-03-19 11:00 - 19:00 | The Mall at Partridge Creek, 17420 Hall Rd., Clinton Twp., MI, 48038, United States
The Mall at Partridge Creek Dog Photos with the Easter Bunny – The Mall at Partridge Creek (17420 Hall Rd, Clinton Twp, MI 48038)

Bring your pooch for a photo with the Easter Bunny.

Homeschool Series
2026-03-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Indian Springs Metropark, 5200 Indian Trail, White Lake, MI, 48386, United States
Dive into hands-on, seasonal science exploration with our Homeschool Series. Each session will focus on a different topic, providing opportunities for indoor and outdoor discovery of the natural world. Come ready to be active in the outdoors and bring your curiosity about nature, too! Register for one date or all!
What to Expect:
This program starts indoors, ends outside. The time, approximately 60 minutes, will be spent on a leisurely walk with frequent stops. Expect to walk from .5 mile to 1.5 miles. The planned path surface is gravel and occasionally steep. A group interactive activity or game with instructions may be involved.
Ages: Children 6 – 12. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Time: 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $5 per child, adults are Free!
Location: Stony Creek Metropark, Nature Center
Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program.

Parent Child Music Group in Brownstown
2026-03-18 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, March 18th, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Madison Heights Public Library Tinker Tuesday
2026-03-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Madison Heights Library, 240 13 mile rd., Madison Heights, MI, 48071, United States
Madison Heights Public Library Tinker Tuesday – at The Madison Heights Public Library. Celebrate a different themes at each event by creating projects using
tools and supplies from the Library’s Makerspace. This month’s theme is Better Late Than Never PI (3.14). Don’t be a square but do be a well-rounded maker & create projects using supplies from The Library Makerspace! Come anytime between 6 PM and 7 PM. Good for anyone age 5 and up. And best of all, it’s FREE. Registration appreciated at: https://secure.rec1.com/MI/madison-heights-mi/catalog
Contact for event: Alex Krentzin, 248-588-7763

Family St. Paddy’s Day Party in Romulus
2026-03-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Romulus Public library, 1123 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI, 48174, United States
Play games, make crafts, and enjoy Leprechaun ice cream to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day as a family! This event is for all ages.
Cost: Free
Date: Tuesday, March 17th, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Fun for Ones Storytime in Livonia
2026-03-16 11:00 - 11:30 | Livonia Public Libray, 32777 Five Mile Rd., Livonia, MI, 48154, United States
Ages 12 to 23 months. Songs, simple stories, and other activities that introduce our youngest patrons to the pleasures of the library. No registration required.
Cost: Free
Date: Monday, March 16th, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Let’s Dance! Detroit “Ballroom” Dance Class for Kids and Parents
2026-03-15 13:30 - 15:00 | Detroit Public Library – Main, 5201 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Calling all moms and dads! Help share the proud legacy of Detroit “Ballroom” with your children.

Calling all moms and dads. Help share the proud legacy of Detroit “Ballroom” with your children. Join us for weekly dance classes leading up to our Daddy-Daughter Dance Gala and other special events. Special Guest instructor, Glenn Gaddis will lead the class.
Parents/ Grandparents of all ages and children ages 8-18 are welcome.

Date: Sunday, March 15th, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Cost: Free

Sewing with Kids at Belleville District Library
2026-03-14 10:30 - 15:00 | Belleville District Library, 167 4th st., Belleville, MI, 48111, United States
Children and teens aged 7-18 can sit down with an experienced member of the Western Wayne County Quilt Guild to complete their very own sewing project: a turtle bath mitt/foot mop! Kids learn the basics of machine and hand sewing while working with an expert teacher.
Please note: each child who plans to sew needs to register for their own one-hour time slot. There are six slots available for each one-hour class period:
10:30 am – 11:30 am
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Register with link!
Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, March 14th, 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Mother Daughter Princess Tea Party
2026-03-14 | Longacre House, 24705 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills, MI, 48336, United States
Mother Daughter Princess Tea Party – Dress up like your favorite princess and join us for a fancy tea party. Activities will include a
princess craft to take home, as well as a dance party and photo opportunities with REAL PRINCESSES. The event will conclude with tea and cookies. Registration required for both adult and child. All family members welcome $25 res / $30 non-res. Pre-registration required. Events are Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10a & 1p, & Sunday, March 15 at 10a & 1p. To register.

Wint Nature Center Puddle Jumper
2026-03-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Wint Nature Center, 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston, MI, United States
Wint Nature Center Puddle Jumper – at Wint Nature Center at Wint Nature Center / Independence Oaks County Park (248-625-6473). Children ages 3-6 can enjoy some nature fun as
they increase their love of the outdoors. A naturalist will engage children with a story, nature talk and a related hands-on activity. Each child will make a craft to take home. $5. No Fee for Adults. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or online.

Disney’s The Lion King at The Detroit Opera House
2026-03-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Detroit Opera House, 1526 Broadway St., Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s THE LION KING, making its triumphant return to the Detroit Opera House!
Date: Thursday, March 12th. 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Indian Springs Preschool Nature Explorers
2026-03-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Indian Springs Metropark, 5200 Indian Trail, White Lake, MI, 48386, United States
Let’s explore together! Preschool Nature Explorers is a nature program for preschool-aged children (accompanied by an adult). The first Thursday of each month we will learn about a different nature topic through stories, outdoor exploration, and activities or crafts – and we may get messy! – so please dress accordingly.
What to Expect:
Programs will be held indoors and outside, weather permitting. The planned path surface is dirt, gravel, grass, or off trail into the woods. The planned path grade is frequently rolling or slightly hilly and includes some bridges and boardwalks.
Ages: Children 3 – 6. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Cost: $3 per child, adults are Free!
Location: Indian Springs Metropark, Environmental Discovery Center
Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program, call 248-625-7280.

Troy Rainbow Preschool Open House
2026-03-11 17:00 - 18:30 | Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, Troy, MI, 48083, United States
Troy Rainbow Preschool Open House – Rainbow Preschool at Troy Community Center Open House Preschool Expo. Meet teachers, tour classrooms, and learn everything about
what the preschool programs have to offer. This event is free to attend. For more info, call 248-524-1546.

Very Hungry Caterpillar Picnic at Romulus Public Library
2026-03-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Romulus Public library, 1123 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI, 48174, United States
Go on a culinary journey with the Very Hungry Caterpillar! Food from the book will be provided, but feel free to bring your own snacks too! This event is for all ages.
Cost: Free
Date: Tuesday, March 10th, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Making Maple Syrup Tours at Maybury Farm
2026-03-08 12:00 - 15:30 | Maybury Farm, 50165 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI, United States
The maple tour begins with a wagon ride to the forested area of Maybury Farm. There, you’ll learn the amazing way sugar maple trees produce sap, why sap flows, how to tap and collect sap from the tree. Purchase tickets in person.
Event cost: $10-$12/person, free/ages 2 and under
Event times: Noon-3:30 p.m. March 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 and 28-29, 2026
