Post Adoption Resource Centers

Family Day at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit
2025-08-10 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, 4454 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, United States
Families can come out to the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) for exhibitions for kids, youth, teens and their grownups. Explore the galleries with opportunities to connect with hands-on art making, gallery chats and collaborative projects!
Event cost: Free
Event times: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 10, 2025

Feeding Time in the Nature Center
2025-08-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Stony Creek Metropark Nature Center, 4300 Main Park Road, Shelby Twp, MI, 48316, United States
Enjoy feeding time at Stony Creek Metropark’s nature center. Visitors will be able to talk with an interpreter about the animals and learn what is on the lunch menu that day. At this event, you’ll learn about the animals, walk the hiking trails and visit the exhibits.
Pre-registration is not required. For all ages.
Event cost: Free; parking pass required
Event time: 1-2 p.m. July 6, 13, 20, 27; Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28, 2025

Maybury Farm Watch-Me-Grow
2025-08-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-08-19 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-08-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Maybury Farm, 50165 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI, United States
Maybury Farm Watch-Me-Grow – at Maybury Farm (approximately 1 ¼ miles west of Beck). Maybury Farm offers a 3-5 year old pre-k science based program every Tuesday.
Watch-Me-Grow preschool programs are for children ages 3-5. Each STEAM based program is filled with numerous hands-on activities, crafts, games, and animal visits. All activities are either science based, or literacy based, which creates an engaging time of fun and learning in the gorgeous green space of the farm!
COST: $20 per session (includes 1 child and 1 adult)
AGE: 3-5 years
LENGTH: 45 minutes
SESSION SCHEDULE:
5/27 – Strong sheep
6/3 – Glorious goats
6/10 -Tremendous turkeys
6/17 – Happy horses
6/24 – Purely pigs
7/1 – Growing gardens
7/8 – Crazy chickens
7/15 – Beautiful bunnies
7/22 – Terrific tractors
7/29 – Pretty peacocks
8/5 – Dazzling ducks
8/12 – Colorful cows
8/19 – Amazing alpacas
8/26 – Delightful donkeys
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Online registration required! 25 children/reservations maximum per session.
Online registration begins March 1, 2025. Registration for Watch-Me-Grow is online only – Register for Watch-Me-Grow. Please email completed Watch-Me-Grow registration form within 24 hours after online registration to hold your spot. EMAIL: farmteam@mayburyfarm.org. When sending your registration form in by email, please scan and send. DO NOT TAKE A PICTURE OF THE REGISTRATION FORM to send via email!
Non-refundable – sessions take place rain or shine. In the case of severe thunderstorms, you will be contacted if your session is rescheduled.
Please arrive to check-in at least 10 minutes prior – program starts promptly at 10:30am.

Luminosity: A Detroit Arts Gathering at the Charles Wright Museum
2025-08-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave, Detroit, Select a Country:
See 60 artworks spanning in photography, painting, sculpture and more, one for each year of The Wright Museum.
Event cost: $10 along with general admission
Event times: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays and Fridays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursdays August, 2025-March 31, 2026

Dragon Forest at the Detroit Zoo
2025-08-13 09:30 - 17:00, 2025-08-20 09:30 - 17:00 | Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI, United States
Families can wander through a winding, three-acre trail filled with fantastical sculptures, including animatronics, of dragons and mythical creatures. See 30-plus fantastical sculptures, enjoy interactive, climbable structures, unique photo opportunities, education stations, themed souvenirs and gifts and more.
Event cost: $6/dragon forest admission; along with zoo admission
Event times: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. May 24-Sept. 7, 2025

Dodge Park Thursdays
2025-08-14 15:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-21 15:00 - 20:00 | Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Rd., Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Swing by this market to get fresh fruits, veggies, fresh meat, poultry, and indoor and outdoor florals. Plus, there are concerts and weekly food trucks. Special events include Pride Day on June 5, Juneteenth on June 19, Cool Car Rally on July 3, Park It Family Fun and Movie in the Park on Aug. 14, Pet Parade on Sept. 4, Market Fit on Sept. 11 and Touch a Truck on Sept. 25. Bridge cards are welcome.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 3-8 p.m. Thursdays, June 5-Sept. 25, 2025

Emagine Summer Kids Movies
2025-08-15 | Emagine Theaters – Locations vary, MI, United States
Emagine Summer Kids Movies Series 2025 – Emagine Summer Kids Movies Series dates and Showtimes may change – Limited availability – Not offered to groups over 30 people
These movies on these dates are $3 admission for kids AND adults ALL SUMMER LONG. Each week will feature a new kids movie to check for a super low price. The special doesn’t stop at just tickets. Magic Packs available for $5 and includes popcorn and small drink. These films are eligible for the Summer Kids Star Cards rewards program.

Friday, June 20 through Thursday, June 26 – The Garfield Movie
Friday, June 27 through Thursday, July 3 – The Bad Guys
Friday, July 4 through Thursday, July 10 – Lyle, Lyle Crocodile
Friday, July 11 through Thursday, July 17 – The Angry Birds Movie
Friday, July 18 through Thursday, July 24 – The Angry Birds Move 2
Friday, July 25 through Thursday, July 31 – The Wild Robot
Friday, August 1 through Thursday, August 7 – Despicable Me 4
Friday, August 8 through Thursday, August 14 – Kung Fu Panda 4
Friday, August 15 through Thursday, August 21 – Trolls Band Together

Back to School Bash 2025 at Heilmann Recreation Center in Detroit
2025-08-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Heilmann Recreation Center, 19601 Brock Ave., Detroit, Michigan, 48205
This event features a backpack giveaway (while supplies last), face painting, crafts, music, bounce houses, food and more.
Event cost: Free
Event time: Noon-4 p.m. Aug. 15, 2025

Movies in the Park at McHattie Park
2025-08-15 18:00 | McHattie Park, S. Lafayette St., South Lyon, MI, 48178, United States
Head to McHattie Park for this summer’s Movies in the Park series! SLARA & the City of South Lyon have teamed up to offer these FREE events for the community. Movies will begin at dusk. Catch pre-movie fun between 6-8 p.m. Each night will be different activities. Be sure to check online for the latest details! You won’t want to miss out. In the event of inclement weather, we will update the homepage of the City’s website and the DDA Facebook Page. Watch Finding Nemo (G) on July 18, The Goonies (PG) on Aug. 15 and Pitch Perfect (PG-13) on Sept. 19.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 6 p.m. July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, 2025

Weekend Hayrides at Kensington Metropark
2025-08-16 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-23 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

5th Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway & More! at Party with a Tee in Wayne
2025-08-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Party with Tee, 3158 S. Wayne Road, Wayne, MI, 48184, United States
K-12 students from all districts will receive a brand-new backpack, while supplies last, at this event. There will also be games, music, refreshments and more. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: Noon-5 p.m. Aug. 16, 2025

Author Event ‘My Name Is Ai Lin’ New Picture Book with Maria Wen Adcock
2025-08-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Plymouth District Library, 223 South Main St., Plymouth, MI, 48170, United States
Author Maria Wen Adcock shares her new picture book, My Name is Ai Lin!, an empowering story about the importance of pronouncing names correctly as a sign of respect and dignity. The free, all-ages event includes a reading, snacks, crafts, and book signings in partnership with Elephant Ear Books.
Event cost: Free admission, registration required
Event times: 2-3 p.m., Aug. 17, 2025

Sensory Friendly Mondays in West Bloomfield
2025-08-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Lily Pad Springs, 6200 Farmington rd, West Bloomfield, MI, 48322, United States
For our park visitors that may find a regular day at the splash pad a little overwhelming, this special session is perfect for you.

Mondays from 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Aug 18 is last day for the summer season
Limited capacity
Big splash bucket and overhead spray features limited

Cost: $4/resident or $7/nonresident per session

I, Charles Wright at the Charles H. Wright Museum
2025-08-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave, Detroit, Select a Country:
To celebrate the Charles H. Wright Museum’s 60th anniversary, this exhibition honors Dr. Charles Howard Wright (1919-2002). It is presented as a first-person narrative. The exhibit showcases his life and legacy through personal writings, images and artifacts, with contributions from his family.
Event cost: Free w/museum admission
Event times: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays and Fridays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursdays, August, 2025-June 30, 2026

Drop-In Workshop: Doodle Art at the DIA
2025-08-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI, United States
Create spontaneous and fun drawings at this family-friendly workshop in the Art-Making Studio. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity.
Event cost: Free with general museum admission (free admission for Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County residents)
Event times: Aug. 20–24, 2025 — Wed.–Thu. 11 a.m.–3 p.m.; Fri. 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Sat.–Sun. 12–4 p.m.

Canton Open Swim
2025-08-21 12:00 - 13:00 | 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) 450-0752 to register for open swim
Cost: $15 per person or $30 per family
Members are FREE for Family Swims
Thursday, August 21st, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Movie Nights in the D at Campus Martius
2025-08-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Campus Martius Park, 800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, United States
Head downtown to see a movie with your friends or family. In August, watch Step Up, Emperor’s New Groove, Twisters and Moana 2.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 7-9 p.m. Aug. 22, 2025

Voyageur Canoe at Stony Creek Metropark
2025-08-22 19:00 - 21:30 | Stoney Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Rd, Shelby Twp, MI, 48316, United States
Ages 7 and up can take a ride on the 34-foot Voyageur canoe at Stony Creek Metropark. Learn how trade affected history, enjoy seeing wildlife, and get a little exercise during this evening program. Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program.
Event cost: $5/person
Event times: 7-9:30 p.m. June 6, 20; July 18, 25; Aug. 22, 29; Sept. 5, 19, 2025

Lego Club
2025-08-23 11:00 - 15:30 | Dearborn Public Library-Esper Branch, 12929 Warren Ave, Dearborn, MI, 48126, United States
Get building with our bricks!
Young children will need adult supervision for safety.
No registration needed
Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, August 23rd, 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Wild Michigan at Lake St. Clair Metropark
2025-08-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metropolitan Parkway, 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

Historic Base Ball Games at Greenfield Village
2025-08-24 13:30 - 15:00 | Greenfield Village, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI, United States
Enjoy a game of baseball played with the 1867 rules on select Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer.
Event cost: Free w/admission
Event times: First pitch 1:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, August 23-Sept. 1, 2025

Sensory Friendly Play in Livonia
2025-08-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Urban Air – Livonia, 30070 Plymouth rd, Livonia, MI, 48150, United States
Urban Air Livonia invites families with sensory processing sensitivities, along with their siblings and caregivers, to join us for a special Sensory Play event. We’re crafting a serene and inclusive environment where everyone can experience the joy of play in a sensory-friendly space.
Who’s Invited:
Individuals with sensory processing challenges, siblings, caregivers, and families.
Event Highlights:

Calming Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in an environment thoughtfully designed to accommodate sensory sensitivities, ensuring a peaceful and enjoyable experience for all.
No Flashing Lights: We’ve eliminated flashing lights to maintain a visually comfortable setting.
No Music: Enjoy the calm, with no music playing to create a soothing atmosphere.
No Whistles: We’ve removed loud whistles to maintain a quiet and relaxed environment.

Cost: TBD
Date: Monday, August 25th, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Luminosity: A Detroit Arts Gathering at the Charles Wright Museum
2025-08-27 09:00 - 17:00 | Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave, Detroit, Select a Country:
See 60 artworks spanning in photography, painting, sculpture and more, one for each year of The Wright Museum.
Event cost: $10 along with general admission
Event times: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays and Fridays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursdays, August, 2025-March 31, 2026
