Family Fun Day at Uptown Grill (10/14)

What: Family Fun Day at Uptown Grill
When: Sunday, October 14th
Time: 12:00-4:00pm
Where: Uptown Grill Restaurant (3100 E. West Maple, Commerce Twp., MI 48390)
Who: Everyone
Cost: Free

Uptown Grill is hosting it's annual Family Fun Day this Sunday, October 14th starting at noon!  This event takes place outside and includes free pumpkins and painting, face painting, bounce house, cotton candy and popcorn.  Uptown is a great restaurant for families and has really great food too!

For more information about this fun family event, visit http://www.uptowngrille.com.

Halloween Happenings (October 2012)

Updated: 10/9/12 at 11:00am

Halloween is in the air and it's time to start enjoying the great fall weather and going to some fun Halloween events around town.  I have put together a list of all the Halloween Happenings around the area for the month of October, so your kiddies can show off their costumes as much as possible this month!

OCTOBER WEEK TWO (10/8-10/14)

• Waterford Family Fun Halloween Event  (Fri, 10/12 & Sat, 10/13)
• Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo (Fri, 10/12 - Sun, 10/14) 
• Lowes Build & Grow Clinic: Ghoul Bus (Saturday, 10/13)
• City of Wixom's Fall & Fest Panther Hunt (Saturday, 10/13)
• Kensington Metropark Pick Your Pumpkin Hayrides (Sat, 10/13 & Sun, 10/14)

OCTOBER WEEK THREE (10/15-10/21)

• City of Wixom's 11th Annual Monster Mash (Friday, 10/19) 
• Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo (Fri, 10/19 - Sun, 10/21) 
• Kensington Metropark Pick Your Pumpkin Hayrides (Sat, 10/20 & Sun, 10/21)

OCTOBER WEEK FOUR(10/22-10/31)

• Walled Lake Library Halloween Costume Party (Tuesday, 10/23)
• Milford Library Silly Scary Stories (Wednesday, 10/24)
• Halloween Visor Event at Michaels (Thursday, 10/25) *new*
• Halloween Clay Pot Event at Michaels (Friday, 10/26) *new*
•  Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo (Fri, 10/26 - Sun, 10/28)
• Halloween Event at Michaels (Saturday, 10/27) *new*
• Lyon Township Annual Halloween Party (Saturday, 10/27)
• Novi Public Library Halloween Happening 2 (Saturday, 10/27)
• Wixom Library Annual Halloween Party (Saturday, 10/27)
• Kensington Metropark Pick Your Pumpkin Hayrides (Sat, 10/27 & Sun, 10/28)

OCTOBER WEEK FIVE (10/29-10/31)

• Milford Library Halloween Puppet Show and Costume Parade (Tuesday, 10/30)
• Commerce Township Library Halloween Palooza (Tuesday, 10/30)
• Walled Lake Library Halloween Trick-or-Treat (Wednesday, 10/31)

Be sure to check back often, as I will be updating the list as more information on events becomes available.  If I have missed an event, please send me an email at raisingwixom@gmail.com.  Thank you!

Halloween Event at Michaels (10/27)

What: Halloween Event
When: Saturday, October 27th
Time: see below
Where: Michaels (43635 W Oaks Drive, Novi, MI 48377)
Who: all ages
Cost: see below

Michaels in Novi is hosting a huge Halloween Event on Saturday, October 27th beginning at 11:00am.  Here are all the fun things planned for this event:

• Ducted Tape Pail or Tote (from 11am-noon):  Decorate your Halloween Trick-or-Treat Pails or Totes with Duct Tape (you must purchase the pail or tote).
• Free Face Painting (noon-1:30pm): You kids can have their faces painted for free!
• Halloween Parade (1:30-2pm)

 For more information, please visit here.

Halloween Clay Pot Event at Michaels (10/26)

What: Halloween Clay Pot Event
When: Friday, October 26th
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Michaels (43635 W Oaks Drive, Novi, MI 48377)
Who: Ages 3 and up
Cost: Just the cost of a clay pot, other supplies are Free

Your kids will get to create their own Halloween themed pot at the Halloween Clay Pot Event at Michaels in Novi.  Michaels provides all the supplies and you must purchase the pot.

 For more information, please visit here.

Halloween Visor Event at Michaels (10/25)

What: Halloween Visor Event
When: Thursday, October 25th
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Michaels (43635 W Oaks Drive, Novi, MI 48377)
Who: Ages 3 and up
Cost: Just the cost of a visor, other supplies are Free

Michaels in Novi is hosting a Halloween Visor Event on Wednesday, October 25th from 6-8pm.  Your kids will get the chance to make spooky Halloween visors and you won't have to worry about buying all the supplies needed to decorate them (or the mess)!

 For more information, please visit here.

Halloween T-Shirt Event at Michaels (10/20)

What: Halloween T-Shirt Event
When: Saturday, October 20th
Time: 10:00am - Noon
Where: Michaels (43635 W Oaks Drive, Novi, MI 48377)
Who: Ages 3 and up
Cost: Just the cost of a T-Shirt, other supplies are Free

Michaels in Novi is hosting a Halloween T-Shirt Event on Saturday, October 20th from 10am-12pm. You will need to purchase the T-Shirt and then you get to use all of the free supplies to decorate it (while supplies last)!

 For more information, please visit here.

The Crazy Pumpkin Event at Michaels (10/6)

What: The Crazy Pumpkin Event
When: Saturday, October 6th
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: Michaels (43635 W Oaks Drive, Novi, MI 48377)
Who: Ages 3 and up
Cost: Just the cost of a pumpkin, other supplies are Free

Michaels in Novi is hosting The Crazy Pumpkin Event this Saturday, October 6th from 10-12pm.  You and your kids will will get the chance to decorate a purchased pumpkin with all sorts of arts supplies!

For more information, please visit here.

Lyon Township Annual Halloween Party (10/27)

What: Lyon Township Annual Halloween Party
When: Saturday, October 27th
Time: 6:00pm
Where: Fire Station #1 (58800 Grand River Avenue, New Hudson)
Cost: Free
Who: Everyone

The Lyon Township Fire Department will be hosting their annual Halloween Party on Saturday, October 27th from 6-8pm at Fire Station #1.  The party is free and for all ages.  There will be games, candy, and hayrides!  For more information, please contact Fire Station #1 at 248-486-3775.

Toys-R-Us LEGO Bricktober (10/6)

What: LEGO Bricktober
When: Saturday, October 6th
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
Where: your local Toys-R-Us Store
Cost: Free
Who: for kids ages 5 and up

Head on over to your local Toys-R-Us store this Saturday from 12-2pm to help build a Lego Monster Fighters Spooky City.  Each child will receive a FREE LEGO Monster Fighters accessories pack (while supplies last).   This event is intended for children ages 5 and up.

Milford Library Special Programs (Fall-Winter 2012)

What: Milford Library Special Programs (Fall-Winter 2012)

When: various, see below
Time: various, see below
Where: Milford Public Library
Cost: Free

• Caterpillar Preschool Fun - We’ll read The Very Hungry Caterpillar together and then do some activities and make some crafts related to the story! A fun caterpillar snack will be served. 

When: Wednesday, October 3rd
Time: 2:00 - 2:45pm
Who: For kids 3-5 with an adult
Registration begins September 19th*

• Halloween Puppet Show and Costume Parade - Come see a Halloween puppet show: “A Halloween Hullabaloo at High Jinks Hall.”  There will also be a costume parade in the library starting around 11:15am.  Please note: While kids under 3 are welcome to attend, the puppet show and the Halloween giveaways are intended for kids 3 and up.

When: Tuesday, October 30th
Time: 10:30 - 11:30am
Who: For kids 5 ½ and younger with an adult.
Registration begins October 16th*

• Thanksgiving Crafts - Decorate your house and dinner table with all kinds of festive Thanksgiving and fall crafts.  Drop in anytime between 10:30 and noon.  Although this is a drop-in program, we do ask that you register if you plan on attending.
  
  When: Saturday, November 17th
  Time: 10:30-Noon
  Who: For kids 5 - 12 (adults must attend with children who may need assistance with the crafts)
  Registration begins November 3rd*

• Thanks for Thanksgiving!  Stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, and games about Thanksgiving just for preschoolers.

When: Monday, November 19th
Time: 2:00 – 2:45pm
Who:  For kids 3-5 with an adult
Registration begins November 5th*

• Gingerbread Houses - Build and decorate your own Gingerbread House with graham crackers, frosting, and lots of candy. 

When: Saturday, December 15th
Time: 11:00am - Noon
Who: For kids 5 - 12 (adults must attend with children who may need assistance)
Registration begins December 1st*

 * Program registration is required for all programs, unless otherwise indicated. Due to the popularity of programs, families need to register in advance online, by phone (248.684.0845) or in person. The first week of registration is reserved for Milford residents. Non-residents may inquire on available space after the first week of registration. Programs may be cancelled if fewer than 5 kids register for the program.

Animal Neurology & MRI Center Open House (10/6)

What: Animal Neurology & MRI Center Open House
When: Saturday, October 6th
Time: 11:00am-4:00pm
Where: Animal Neurology & MRI Center (1120 Welch Rd., Commerce, MI 48390)
Cost: Free
Who: Pet Owners!

The Animal Neurology & MRI Center is celebrating 10 years of service with an Open House on Saturday, October 6th!  Stop over for a tour of the beautiful facility, to meet the doctors and staff, enjoy refreshments, pet trick demonstrations, giveaways, costume contest, and a petting zoo!   You can also bring in your pet for a bath at their CHANCE Pet Emergency Fund Charity dog wash.  Don't forget to bring your pet!

The Schedule of Events:

• 11:00-3:00pm - Petting Zoo
• 11:30am - Trick Tips
• 1:00pm - Flyball Demo
• 2:00pm - Pet Safety
• 3:00pm - Police Dog Demo
• 3:30pm - Costume Contest
• 11:00am-4:00pm - CHANCE Fund Charity Dog Wash

For more information on the center, visit animalneurology.com or animalERcenter.com or call 248-960-7200 for their 24/7 hotline.

Milford Library Storytimes (Fall 2012)

What: Milford Library Storytimes

When: various, see below
Time: various, see below
Where: Milford Public Library
Cost: Free

• Baby Fun For pre-walkers birth to 12 months

When: Mondays
Time: 10:30-11:00am
There are three 3-week sessions this fall, each requiring registration.
Session I : September 10, 17, 24 Registration begins August 27th
Session II: October 8, 15, 22 Registration begins September 24th
Session III: November 5, 12, 26 Registration begins October 22nd

• Tiny Tots For walkers 13 to 23 months

When: Tuesdays
Time:10-10:30am
There are three 3-week sessions this fall, each requiring registration.
Session I : September 11, 18, 25 Registration begins August 28th
Session II: October 9, 16, 23 Registration begins September 25th
Session III: November 6, 13, 27 Registration begins October 23rd

• Terrific Two’s For ages 24-36 months

When: Wednesdays
Time: 10-10:30am
There are three 3-week sessions this fall, each requiring registration.
Session I : September 12, 19, 26 Registration begins August 29th
Session II: October 10, 17, 24 Registration begins September 26th
Session III: November 7, 14, 28 Registration begins October 24th

• Preschool Storytime For ages 3-5

When: Tuesdays
Time: 11-11:30am
There are three 3-week sessions this fall, each requiring registration.
Session I : September 11, 18, 25 Registration begins August 28th
Session II: October 9, 16, 23 Registration begins September 25th
Session III: November 6, 13, 27 Registration begins October 23rd

• Family Storytime For ages 2 ½ - 5

When: Thursdays
Time: 10-10:30am
There are three 3-week sessions this fall, each requiring registration.
Session I : September 13, 20, 27 Registration begins August 30th
Session II: October 11, 18, 25 Registration begins September 27th
Session III: November 8, 15, 29 Registration begins October 25th

• Evening Storytime For ages 2 - 5: Join us for seasonal stories and activities. Wear your pajamas and enjoy a snack after the storytime.

Theme: Moose on the Loose
When: Thursday, September 27th
Time: 7:00 – 7:45pm
Registration begins September 13th

Theme: Silly Scary Stories – come in pajamas or your Halloween costume if you’d like!
When: Wednesday, October 24th
Time: 7:00 - 7:45pm
Registration begins October 10th

Theme: To be announced
When: Thursday, November 29th
Time: 7:00 – 7:45pm
Registration begins November 15th

 * Program registration is required for all programs, unless otherwise indicated. Due to the popularity of programs, families need to register in advance online, by phone (248.684.0845) or in person. The first week of registration is reserved for Milford residents. Non-residents may inquire on available space after the first week of registration. Programs may be cancelled if fewer than 5 kids register for the program.

Wixom Library Movie & Pizza Night (10/30)

Image from clker.com

What: Movie and Pizza Night - Hunger Games
When: Tuesday, October 30th
Time: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Where: Wixom Library
Cost: Free

The Wixom Library is hosting a Movie and Pizza Night on Tuesday, October 30th.  The movie will be Hunger Games.  There will be pizza served also!  Space is limited: don't forget to register at 248-624-2512 or online!

Lowe's Build & Grow Clinic: Ghoul Bus (10/13)

Image from www.lowesbuildandgrow.com

What: Lowe's Build & Grow Clinic: Ghoul Bus
When: Saturday, October 13th
Time: 10:00 - 11:00am
Where: your local Lowe's store (all Detroit area stores appear to be participating)
Who: Children, ages 5 & up
Cost: Free

Get your kids ready for Halloween at at the Lowe's Build & Grow Ghoul Bus Clinic!  Your child will get to build their very own Ghoul Bus (see photo) at your local Lowe's!  Don't forget to register here.

Kensington Metropark Pick Your Pumpkin Hayrides (Oct 2012)

What: Pick Your Pumpkin Hayrides
When: every Saturday & Sunday in October
Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Where: Kensington Metropark Farm Center
Cost: $5 per adult/$3 per child & seniors/children 2 years and younger free, plus daily admission to the Metropark


Head on over to Kensington on weekends in October for a hayride to the pumpkin patch.  The kids will get a chance to pick their own pumpkin(s).  Pumpkins will be priced according to size.

Kensington Metropark Fall Festival (10/6-10/7)

What: Fall Festival
When: Saturday and Sunday, October 6-7
Time: 12:00 - 4:00pm
Where: Kensington Metropark - Farm Center
Cost: Free, plus cost of admission to the park

Visit the farm animals and get a glimpse of farm life at the festival with special demonstrations. There will be apple cider making and beekeeping. See Jed the Bug Man’s butterflies, moths and other insects, and watch Storm, a white German shepherd service dog, as he amazes the crowd with his skills. Laugh along with Rosco the Clown’s antics, and take a walk to the Kids’ Cottage, an all-natural building made of compressed earthen blocks and straw bales and explore the nearby corn maze. There will also be horse-drawn hayrides to the pumpkin patch for a small fee.

Commerce Township Library Halloween Palooza (10/30)

What: Halloween Palooza 
When: Tuesday, October 30th
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Where: Commerce Township Library, Main Program Room
Who: Everyone
Cost: Free


Drop by the library between 6:30 and 8:30pm for some Halloween fun! Costumes are encouraged, but not required...  All ages are welcome.  No registration required.

City of Wixom's 11th Annual Monster Mash (10/19)

What: City of Wixom's 11th Annual Monster Mash
When: Friday, October 19th
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Wixom Community Center
Cost: $7 per person
Who: Ages 2 & up

The 10th Annual Monster Mash is a Halloween dance party for your family!  The cost includes a pizza dinner, punch and cookies for dessert along with great music and a fun atmosphere.  Your kids will love it!  Must pre-register by October 17th at 3pm!

Lego Kidfest in Novi (10/12-10/14)

What: Lego Kidfest
When/Time:

Friday, October 12
4 pm - 8:30 pm
Saturday, October 13
Session I: 9 am – 1:30 pm
Session II: 3 pm – 7:30 pm
Sunday, October 14
Session I: 9 am – 1:30 pm
Session II: 3 pm – 7:30 pm

Where: Suburban Collection Showplace (46100 Grand River Avenue, Novi, MI), Halls A & B
Cost: 2 & under (free), Ages 3-17 ($18)*, Adults ($20)*, Seniors ($18)*, Parking ($5)
Who: Everyone

Calling all LEGO Fans!  LEGO KidsFest is coming to the Suburban Collection Showplace!  Enjoy a LEGO extravaganza featuring millions of LEGO bricks  – not to mention lots of construction zones, dozens of life-sized LEGO models and displays, LEGO Ninjago and LEGO Games, group builds such as Creation Nation, live LEGO Master Builders, and more covering three acres of space. There will be tons of hands on activities and entertainment for all ages!  For more information, please visit: www.legokidsfest.com/detroit.

There is also a giveaway for free tickets here!  

*Get a $2 discount when ordering tickets online at www.legokidsfest.com/detroit by entering the discount code SUBURBAN12 (offer expires Sept 28) 

Wixom Fire Department Open House (10/13)

Clipart from Free Clipart Pictures

What: Wixom Fire Department Open House
When: Saturday, October 13th
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Where: Wixom Fire Station #1 (1345 Wixom Road)
Who: Everyone
Cost: Free

The Wixom Fire Department is hosting their annual Open House on  Saturday (10/13) from 10am-2pm.  This is a great family event to help learn about fire safety!  There will be fire trucks & equipment on display, an escape ladder, search and rescue, fire extinguisher training, and even an extraction demo.  There will also be a BBQ lunch with burgers and hotdogs.