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Top 5 Local Things to Do this Week! April 20-26

Celebrate Earth Day on Saturday!

By Krista Nesbit, Publisher, Macaroni KID Lake Orion - Rochester Hills - Oxford April 19, 2023

Saturday is Earth Day! Do your part by picking up some litter, planting some flowers or trees, or just play outside for awhile... do something fun and show our planet some love.  

Have you started thinking about summer camps for your kiddos?! Now is a great time to do that and we have some fantastic options for you here! 

Here are Macaroni KID Lake Orion - Rochester Hills - Oxford's picks for the five things to do with kids this week. Click on the links for all the details:

1. PRE-K Nature Tales Classic
Thursday morning head to Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve! They'll read a story, enjoy a snack, and make a craft. These programs are designed for the child to experience, accompanied by their adult. Suggested Ages: 3-5 years old (preschool-K). Get tickets here!

2. Jumperoo at Urban Air-Oxford
Tuesday and Friday mornings, Urban Air Oxford opens early for Jumperoo! Jumperoo is a special time where the park is open only for children 5 and under. The park opens to the public at noon so plan to stay and play all day.

3. Bring Spring Alive
Saturday afternoon, head to Friendship Park and join others for an outdoor science nature adventure. Be prepared to get a little wet and dirty. Registration is free, an optional $25 is due for PLT and other curriculum materials to the instructor Mike Mansour. Hosted by the Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education. CLICK HERE to register now and reserve your space!

4. Teen Tuesday at Orion Township Public Library
Teen Tuesday is a casual hang-out for teens who enjoy anything from video games, board and card games, D&D, crafts, and more! If you’re looking for something to do with some friends, hang with us for a bit. Snacks always provided and new faces always welcome!!

5. Bitty Bops at Oxford Public Library - for kids under 2
Monday morning, enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes with your baby. Please make other arrangements for siblings so this can be a special time with your child.


You can see this week's other local events here! 

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