by Carrie Budzinski
There are great family-friendly things to do in Detroit this Father’s Day weekend. Here is LittleGuide Detroit’s list of events.
Friday, June 15: Grab a camping chair or spread your blanket on the lawn and enjoy Ratchet & Clank @ New Center Park’s Family Movie Night
Friday, June 15 – Saturday, June 16: Let your littles explore nature with their senses at the Belle Isle Nature Center’s Nature Tots program for 2-4 year olds.
Friday, June 15 – Sunday, June 17: Learn about Senufo painting at the DIA’s Drop-In West African Art Painting Workshop.
Saturday, June 16: Show off your skills or learn a new one with dad at the Outdoor Adventure Center’s Father’s Day Archery event.
Saturday, June 16: Stop by the N’Namdi Movement Center and let your littles drop-in on an Art & Movement class or a pre ballet class with Lil Dumplins.
Saturday, June 16: Boost your child’s competence in basic subjects and watch them grow strong in self-esteem as they learn African American history and cultural heritage at the Charles H Wright Museum’s Freedom School.
Saturday, June 16 – Sunday, June 17: Check out the Kids’ Lab: The Great Chemistry Caper at the Michigan Science Center and discover how chromatography can be used to solve some silly mysteries.
Sunday, June 17: Spend some family time at Boho Mini and make an art project to take home at Kids Open Art Studio.
LittleGuide Detroit is a comprehensive resource for families looking for classes, events and activities to do in the city and out. You’ll find everything from FREE things to do in Detroit to guides to a guide to Father’s Day Events and local Firework Festivals. Follow LittleGuide Detroit to keep up to date on family-friendly events.
Photo credit: Lil Dumplins
Carrie Budzinski is vice president of After5 Detroit