A program of Orchards Children’s Services – Funded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
This month, we’re embracing our wild side! Join us for a lively Storytime as we read Acorn Was a Little Wild by Jen Arena, with delightful illustrations by Jessica Gibson. After the story, stick around for fun, fall-themed activities that
Our Preschool Skate class is every Wednesday from 10am-11:30am. Parents, strollers, and children ages 6 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
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
The Wayne County Lightfest is magical five-mile stretch of Hines Park that displays nearly 50 animated-themed displays and more than 100,000 lights. Event cost: $5/car (cash only) Event times: 6-10 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays, Nov. 20-Dec. 24, 2025
Join the thousands of parade-goers as the holiday season officially kicks off with the Holiday Lighted Parade. Bands, dancers, floats, and of course, Santa, make this annual favorite a great family tradition! The Parade begins at 6:30 PM and will
The Christmas Parade is now in its 82nd year and the Tree Lighting has become a community tradition. Visitors are welcomed to the Tree Lighting, at the intersection of Sycamore and Biddle Avenue, where they are given jingle bells to
Take a walk through Heritage Park and enjoy seasonal light displays around the pond. This free outdoor event is family friendly and runs nightly for over a month. Event cost: Free Event times: 5-9 p.m. Nov. 23-Dec. 31
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
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
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