Halloween is over and while your thoughts may already be drifting to the crazy busy month of December, we want to encourage you to savor the month of November. This month we are reminded to take the time for gratitude. Remember also to take the time to spend making memories with your families, if you are looking for something fun to do together, we have pulled together many ideas for you! If we missed something on the list, comment below so we can add it in!
November 3, 2017
MASCO Free First Friday
Location :: Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
Time :: 5:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free
Hay Ride Central
Location :: Heritage Park, Farmington Hills
Time :: 5:30 p.m.
Cost :: $5.00 per person
American Girl Slumber Party
Location :: Novi Civic Center, 45175 W 10 Mile Rd., Novi
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: $14.00 per resident, $17.00 per non-resident
Addicted to Movies Not Drugs Movie Night
Location :: Emagine Theater, 44425 Twelve Mile Rd., Novi
Time :: 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.
Cost :: $10.00 per student
Public Planetary Show
Location :: Wayne State University Planetarium, 4841 Cass Ave., Detroit
Time :: 7:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
November 4, 2017
Bat Zone Tours
Location :: Bat Zone, 75 W Huron St., Pontiac
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $7.00 per person, under 2 free
Rochester High School Holiday Bazaar
Location :: Rochester High School, 180 S. Livernois, Rochester Hills
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $5.00 entry fee
The Great Pumpkin Roll
Location :: Mill Pond Park, 565 W. Bennett St., Saline
Time :: 9:00 a.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Live Reptiles and Amphibians with Nature Discovery
Location :: The DNR Outdoor Adventure Center, 1801 Atwater St., Detroit
Time :: 11:30 AND 2:00
Cost :: Included with DNR Outdoor Activity Center admission
Classic Disney Princess Stories
Location :: Macomb Center for the Performing Arts, 44575 Garfield Rd., Clinton Township
Time :: 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Cost :: $12.00 per person, tickets are required
Mother and Son Dance: Ages 3 and up
Location :: Clarkston High School, 6093 Flemings Lake Rd., Clarkston
Time :: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: $35.00 per couple and $10.00 for each additional child
Mother Son Bash! Ages 5 – 14
Location :: Northville Community Center Gym, 303 W. Main St., Northville
Time :: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: $40.00 per couple
November 5, 2017
Harness and Hitch
Location :: Wolcott Mill Metropark, 65775 Wolcott Rd., Ray Twp.
Time :: 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: $5.00 per person
Tot Time Play Date!
Location :: Sky Zone Shelby Township, 50810 Sabrina Drive, Shelby Township
Time :: 10:00 a.m.
Cost :: $8.00 per child (ages 4 and under only please!)
Christmas Vendor and Craft Show
Location :: Premier Events Center, 20400 S. Nunneley Rd., Clinton Township
Time :: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $5.00 entry fee which includes 1 drink ticket and appetizers
Running with Heroes Veterans Memorial Run
Location :: Charter Township of Shelby Municipal Grounds
Time :: 8:00 a.m.
Cost :: $20.00 per participant
Detroit Hot Cider Hustle
Location :: Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metropolitan Pkwy., Harrison Twp.
Time :: 9:00 a.m. start time
Cost :: $39.00 – $59.00
All Things Detroit and Food Truck Rally
Location :: Eastern Market, Detroit
Time :: VIP @9:30 General Admission @ 11:00 a.m.
Cost :: $15.00 for VIP and $5.00 General Admission
November 7, 2017
Indoor Play Time!
Location :: Roseville Eastpointe Recreation Authority, 18185 Sycamore St., Roseville
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 per child
Storytime Adventures – Turkey Trouble
Location :: The Painted Pot, 421 Walnut Blvd., Rochester
Time :: 10:30 a.m.
Cost :: $15 – $20.00 per project
Reading with Rover
Location :: Hazel Park Memorial District Library, 123 W. 9 Mile Rd., Hazel Park
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
November 8, 2017
Wacky Wednesday Play Time
Location :: Fitzgerald Recreation Center, 4355 E 9 Mile Rd., Warren
Time :: 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Cost :: $1.00 per child up to age 5
November Nights Free Admission at the Science Center
Location :: The Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R St., Detroit
Time :: 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free admission
November 9, 2017
Indoor Play Time!
Location :: Roseville Eastpointe Recreation Authority, 18185 Sycamore St., Roseville
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 per child
Celebrate National Young Readers Week!
Location :: DNR Outdoor Activity Center, 1801 Atwater St., Detroit
Time :: 11:00 a.m.
Cost :: Included with admission to DNR Outdoor Activity Center
Designing Dishes – Thankful Home
Location :: The Painted Pot, 421 Walnut Blvd., Rochester
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: $14.00 per painted plus pottery
Adult Belly Dancing Class
Location :: Nature’s Playhouse, 703 Livernois, Ferndale
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: See website for details on class costs
Fall Storytime : Teddy Bears!
Location :: Birmingham Museum, 556 W. Maple Rd., Birmingham
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free but registration is required
Family Karaoke Night
Location :: Pontiac Public Library, 60 E. Pike Street, Pontiac
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
November 10, 2017
Acting Out Kids Community Theater
Location :: Trinity Lutheran Church, 749 E. 14 Mile Rd., Clawson
Time :: 7:00 p.m.
Cost :: $10.00 per person plus concessions
Kids Night Out
Location :: Clayin’ Around Pottery, 6551 Allen Rd., Allen Park
Time :: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Cost :: $45.00 per participant, dinner included
Public Planetary Show
Location :: Wayne State University Planetarium, 4841 Cass Ave., Detroit
Time :: 7:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
November 11, 2017
Family Night Out
Location :: Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois, Troy
Time :: 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 for residents and $4.00 for non-residents
Bat Zone Tours
Location :: Bat Zone, 75 W Huron St., Pontiac
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $7.00 per person, under 2 free
Family Movie: The Emoji Movie
Location :: Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley
Time :: 11:00 a.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Veterans Visit for Free @ The DNR Outdoor Activity Center
Location :: The DNR Outdoor Adventure Center, 1801 Atwater St., Detroit
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: Veterans are free – visit website for admission details
Dive In Movie: Moana
Location :: Livonia Parks and Rec., 15100 Hubbard, Livonia
Time :: 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $5.00 per swimmer, $4.00 per non-swimmer
South Lyon Swap Craft and Vendor Show
Location :: South Lyon VFW Hall, 125 McHattie St., South Lyon
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $2.00 per person admission
November 12, 2017
Harness and Hitch
Location :: Wolcott Mill Metropark, 65775 Wolcott Rd., Ray Twp.
Time :: 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: $5.00 per person
7th Annual Fall Craft Show
Location :: The Italian American Cultural Society and Banquet Center, 43843 Romeo Plank Rd., Clinton Township
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $2.00 per person admission
Storytime Adventures – Turkey Trouble
Location :: The Painted Pot, 421 Walnut Blvd., Rochester
Time :: 10:30 a.m.
Cost :: $15 – $20.00 per project
Be a Hero at the Big House Blood Drive
Location :: Jack Roth Stadium Club @ University of Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor
Time :: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free! Appointment necessary
PJ Masks LIVE!
Location :: Fox Theater, Detroit
Time :: 3:00 p.m.
Cost :: See website for ticket details
November 14, 2017
Indoor Play Time!
Location :: Roseville Eastpointe Recreation Authority, 18185 Sycamore St., Roseville
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 per child
Family Fun Night
Location :: Hazel Park Memorial Public Library, 123 E. 9 Mile Rd., Hazel Park
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
November 15, 2017
Wacky Wednesday Play Time
Location :: Fitzgerald Recreation Center, 4355 E 9 Mile Rd., Warren
Time :: 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Cost :: $1.00 per child up to age 5
Make Kind Cards for the Elderly and those in need of cheer
Location :: Warren Public Library – Civic Center Branch, 1 Civic Center Drive., Warren
Time :: 5:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free
November Nights Free Admission at the Science Center
Location :: The Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R St., Detroit
Time :: 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free admission
November 16, 2017
Indoor Play Time!
Location :: Roseville Eastpointe Recreation Authority, 18185 Sycamore St., Roseville
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 per child
Milford’s Big Reveal!
Location :: Downtown Milford
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Adult Belly Dancing Class
Location :: Nature’s Playhouse, 703 Livernois, Ferndale
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: See website for details on class costs
November 17, 2017
39th Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts “Sip and Shop” Show
Location :: De La Salle Collegiate High School, 14600 Common Rd., Warren
Time :: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Cost :: 21 and over only – $20.00 per person in advance or $30.00 per person at the door
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (The Musical) Touring
Location :: The Fox Theater, Downtown Detroit
Time :: 7:30 p.m.
Cost :: See website for ticket price details
Light the Village
Location :: Downtown Village of Rochester Hills
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Public Planetary Show
Location :: Wayne State University Planetarium, 4841 Cass Ave., Detroit
Time :: 7:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Holiday Lighted Parade
Location :: Downtown Northville
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
November 18, 2017
Super Heroes of the Woods
Location :: Wint Nature Center, 9501 Sashabaw Rd., Clarkston
Time :: 10:00 a.m.
Cost :: $5.00 per person
Deck the Library
Location :: Pontiac Public Library, 60 East Pike Street, Pontiac
Time :: 1:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Daddy Daughter Mermaid Swim
Location :: Troy Community Center , 3179 Livernois, Troy
Time :: 7:00 p.m.
Cost :: $8.00 per resident couple, $10.00 per non-resident couple – $4.00 for each additional daughter
Reading with Rover
Location :: Hazel Park Memorial District Library, 123 W. 9 Mile Rd., Hazel Park
Time :: 1:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Bat Zone Tours
Location :: Bat Zone, 75 W Huron St., Pontiac
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $7.00 per person, under 2 free
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (The Musical) Touring
Location :: The Fox Theater, Downtown Detroit
Time :: 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: See website for ticket price details
Wild Lights at the Zoo
Location :: The Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Cost :: $11.00 – $15.00 per person – children under 2 are free
DNR Outdoor Activity Center – Indoor Games!
Location :: The DNR Outdoor Activity Center, 1801 Atwater St., Detroit
Time :: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: Included with admission to the DNR Outdoor Activity Center
Kids Night Out
Location :: Franklin Athletic Club, 29350 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield
Time :: 5:30 p.m.
Cost :: $20.00 per participant
November 19, 2017
Harness and Hitch
Location :: Wolcott Mill Metropark, 65775 Wolcott Rd., Ray Twp.
Time :: 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: $5.00 per person
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (The Musical) Touring
Location :: The Fox Theater, Downtown Detroit
Time :: 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: See website for ticket price details
Wild Lights at the Zoo
Location :: The Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Cost :: $11.00 – $15.00 per person – children under 2 are free
Princess Lunch with Anna and Elsa
Location :: Kings Court Castle Restaurant and Banquet Center, 2325 Joslyn Rd., Lake Orion
Time :: 11:30 a.m.
Cost :: $22.00 per person (2 and under free)
November 20, 2017
Turkey Shoot
Location :: Costick Activities Center, 28600 W. 11 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills
Time :: 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $10.00 for non residents and $5.00 for residents
November 21, 2017
Holiday Markets
Location :: Eastern Market, Detroit
Time :: 9:00 a.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Gobble Gobble Crafts
Location :: Warren Public Library – Civic Center Branch, 1 Civic Center Drive., Warren
Time :: 5:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Self Defense for Children
Location :: Berkley Community Center, 2400 Robina Ave., Berkley
Time :: 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $15.00 residents, $20.00 non-residents
Self Defense for Women
Location :: Berkley Community Center, 2400 Robina Ave., Berkley
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: $35.00 per resident, $40.00 per non-resident
November 22, 2017
Sweet Thanks
Location :: Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
Time :: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: Event is free with admission to the science center
November Nights Free Admission at the Science Center
Location :: The Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R St., Detroit
Time :: 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free admission
November 23, 2017
Adult Belly Dancing Class
Location :: Nature’s Playhouse, 703 Livernois, Ferndale
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: See website for details on class costs
November 24, 2017
Sweet Thanks
Location :: Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
Time :: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: Event is free with admission to the science center
Wild Lights at the Zoo
Location :: The Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Cost :: $11.00 – $15.00 per person – children under 2 are free
November 25, 2017
Family Night Out
Location :: Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois, Troy
Time :: 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 for residents and $4.00 for non-residents
Bat Zone Tours
Location :: Bat Zone, 75 W Huron St., Pontiac
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $7.00 per person, under 2 free
Sweet Thanks
Location :: Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
Time :: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: Event is free with admission to the science center
St. Nick’s Warehouse Arts and Crafts Show
Location :: Henry Ford II High School, 11911 Clinton River Rd., Sterling Heights
Time :: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 per person admission
Make a Gingerbread Barn
Location :: Wolcott Mill Metropark, 65775 Wolcott Rd., Ray Township
Time :: 11:00 a.m.
Cost :: $6.00 per barn
Detroit Hungry Turkey 5K
Location :: The Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 8:30 a.m.
Cost :: See website for details
Made in the Mitten Holiday Market
Location :: Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 5:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Cost :: $2.00 admission, Kids 10 and under FREE
Wild Lights at the Zoo
Location :: The Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Cost :: $11.00 – $15.00 per person – children under 2 are free
The Wizard of Oz (Touring)
Location :: The Fox Theater, Detroit
Time :: 7:30 p.m.
Cost :: See ticketmaster for details
November 26, 2017
Harness and Hitch
Location :: Wolcott Mill Metropark, 65775 Wolcott Rd., Ray Twp.
Time :: 12:00 p.m.
Cost :: $5.00 per person
St. Nick’s Warehouse Arts and Crafts Show
Location :: Henry Ford II High School, 11911 Clinton River Rd., Sterling Heights
Time :: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost :: $3.00 per person admission
Elsa and Anna Tea – Open to the public
Location :: The Townsend Hotel, 100 Townsend Street, Birmingham
Time :: 11:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Cost :: See website for details – reservations are required
Make a Gingerbread Barn
Location :: Wolcott Mill Metropark, 65775 Wolcott Rd., Ray Township
Time :: 11:00 a.m.
Cost :: $6.00 per barn
Wild Lights at the Zoo
Location :: The Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Cost :: $11.00 – $15.00 per person – children under 2 are free
The Wizard of Oz (Touring)
Location :: The Fox Theater, Detroit
Time :: 7:30 p.m.
Cost :: See ticketmaster for details
November 28, 2017
Family Fun Night
Location :: Hazel Park Memorial Public Library, 123 E. 9 Mile Rd., Hazel Park
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
Waterford Tree Lighting
Location :: Waterford Township Hall, 5200 Civic Center Drive., Waterford
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
November 29, 2017
Hooray for LEGO Day
Location :: Northville Public Library, 212 West Cady St., Northville
Time :: 4:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free
Christmas Tree Lighting in Clawson
Location :: Memorial Park at the Memorial Library, Clawson
Time :: 6:30 p.m.
Cost :: Free to attend
November Nights Free Admission at the Science Center
Location :: The Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R St., Detroit
Time :: 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Free admission
November 30, 2017
Adult Belly Dancing Class
Location :: Nature’s Playhouse, 703 Livernois, Ferndale
Time :: 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: See website for details on class costs
Romeo Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Location :: Downtown Romeo
Time ::
Polar BEERS
Location :: The Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Cost :: $45.00/$50.00/$85.00 (See website for details)
Holiday Magic Market Place
Location :: Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Rd., Royal Oak
Time :: 4:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Cost :: See Royal Oak Farmers Market for details
