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Top 5 Local Things to Do this Week! April 27 - May 3

We've got some fun rainy day events for you this week!

By Krista Nesbit, Publisher, Macaroni KID Lake Orion - Rochester Hills - Oxford April 25, 2023

"April showers bring May flowers"! We'll be seeing some rain this week but don't let it stop you. Get out those umbrellas and rain boots and head out on the town. 

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. 4-H Discovery Day
Saturday head out to Springfield Oaks for this awesome event! Discovery Day is a free family event that provides fun and educational activities for the whole family. There will be fun games, live animal presentations, and a variety of interactive, hands-on activities – all brought to you by local organizations and 4-H clubs! Information will be available about joining 4-H and exhibiting at the Oakland County Fair. 4-H Discovery Day is one of the most popular 4-H events of the year. Don’t miss it! 


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. Superhero Weekend at Canterbury Village!
Grab your capes, your uniforms, your super suits! It's SUPERHERO WEEKEND at Canterbury Village! Meet Thor, Wonder Woman, Batman, and many other of your favorite heroes! Plus magicians, face painters, pro wrestling all-stars, "super" sales, and more! Cosplay encouraged for ALL AGES! This is the perfect chance to dress up as your favorite superhero from any fandom! Tickets required. 


4. ๐ŸŒบMahalo for the Mutts Pawstival๐ŸŒบ
Sunday is PAWstival at Orion Oaks Dog Park! Leash up your pooch and join us for FREE family fun!
๐Ÿฆด Make a treat for your pup at the Bone Bar
๐Ÿง Get yourself a treat at our Bake Sale
๐ŸŒŸ Browse and bid auction baskets
๐ŸŒญ Enjoy lunch
๐Ÿพ Browse the vendors
๐Ÿ“ธ Get a Hawaiian theme pet portrait by Ruff Life Photography


5. Family Swim at Gold Fish in Clarkston
Monday afternoon, get swimming! 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 time in their shiver-free pool that’s heated to a pleasant 90°.



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


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!


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