Monday, November 5, 2012

Green Things to Do With Kids In Detroit for November 2012

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There are so many incredible things going on in the Detroit area, so I focused on the greener options that are family friendly.  

toddler swimming
Baby Bear Swimming at an indoor pool

Ongoing Activities

Most Farmer's Markets are closed, but you can still go to Eastern Market for produce that is fresh from the farmers.  

Be Kind to our World  at Shalom Street 
Learn about the earth through the elements: earth, wind, fire, water. FREE

Glimpse: People of our Community at the U of M Museum of Natural History
Photography exhibit of the faces of people around Washtenaw County.  FREE


EXTREME DEEP: Mission to the Abyss Cranbrook Institute of Science
Educational Exhibit on the mysteries of the Ocean Floor $9.50-$12.50

Pathways to Freedom in the Americas at the Charles Wright Museum.
Follow the journey of two black women in the Americas. $5-$8

Open Skate at Campus Martius Park
Opens for the season starting November 6th.  Free daytime parking at the Compuware Structure with purchase of one skating admission. 

If you haven't stopped by the cider mill yet, most close around Thanksgiving.  

Also check your local Library for Free Story time! 

franklin cider bottle


Activities by Date

NOVEMBER 6th~ Don't forget to exercise your civic duty and VOTE today

{November 6}
Baby Bounce Story Time at Southfield Public Library 
6-18 Month old Babies are invited to story time with songs, stories and play.  
10am FREE


{November 8}
Preschool Story Time at Southfield Public Library 
Kids 3-5 are invited to story time with songs, stories and play.  
10am FREE


{November 8}
Kids for Kids Rummage Sale at Schroeder Elementary, Troy
Stop by for toys and more that were donated to raise money to help build a school in Haiti 
(you can drop off donations Nov. 5-8)   
4-6PM FREE


{November 9-11}
Equestrian Expo at the Suburban Collection Showplace
Find out more about horses, watch training, or take part in a riding competition. $5 Children $10 Adults


{November 9}
Turkey Time at Dinosaur Nature Preserve 
Learn about Turkeys, make Crafts, learn turkey calling, and a family campfire. 

$5 person $15 max per family


{November 10}
Veteran's Appreciation Day at Local Metro Parks
Play at any of the 13 Huron-Clinton Metro Parks.  Vehicle entry and boat launch fees are waived today.  
FREE


{November 10}
Tot Shabbat at Temple Beth El, Bloomfield Hills
Kid Shabbat Service, crafts and snack
9:30AM FREE


{November 10}
Preparing for Winter Jr. Naturalist at Heritage Park
A look at how nature prepares for Winter at this once monthly Jr. Naturalist program for ages 5-11. See website for more info.
Must PreRegister $12

{November 11}
Live From Michiganat the Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center
Meet local wildlife up close and learn about them
2pm $5 family

{November 13}
Baby Bounce Story Time at Southfield Public Library 
6-18 Month old Babies are invited to story time with songs, stories and play.  
10am FREE


{November 14}
Help Stuff the Diaper Truck at the Canton Public Library
Bring diapers to donate to the Detroit Area Diaper Bank and do a good deed. 


{November 15}
Preschool Story Time at Southfield Public Library 
Kids 3-5 are invited to story time with songs, stories and play.  
10am FREE

{November 20}
Baby Bounce Story Time at Southfield Public Library 
6-18 Month old Babies are invited to story time with songs, stories and play.  
10am FREE


{November 22}
America's Thanksgiving Day Parade {& Turkey Trot Run} 
Join the fun along Woodward Avenue and see your favorite  floats, balloons, and my favorite the Briefcase Men! Bundle up and bring plenty of Hot Chocolate.
9 am FREE {Turkey Trot at 7am}

{November 22}
Regional Appreciation Day at Local Metro Parks
Start a Thanksgiving tradition and play at any of the 13 Huron-Clinton Metro Parks.  Vehicle entry and boat launch fees are waived today.  
FREE

{November 27}
Baby Bounce Story Time at Southfield Public Library 
6-18 Month old Babies are invited to story time with songs, stories and play.  
10am FREE

{November 29}
Preschool Story Time at Southfield Public Library 
Kids 3-5 are invited to story time with songs, stories and play.  
10am FREE


{November 29- Dec 2}
Birmingham Winter Markt 
Traditional German style market with holiday greens, food and local art. There are kids activities, live reindeer, ice sculptures and entertainment.   
Fri 3-9  Sat 10-9 Sun 11-4 FREE


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 To be included in this monthly list, email me with your events! 

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