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Family Fun Easter & Spring Events Guide 2018

By Jennifer So, Publisher, Macaroni Kid Birmingham-Troy March 16, 2018

Check out all of the great Easter events in the area.  There are egg hunts, bunny visits, marshmallow drops, and more!

Birmingham
Sunday, April 1, 2018- 9 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:30 p.m.
Easter Sunday Brunch at The Community House
The Community House- 380 South Bates, Birmingham, MI 48009
Skip the cooking!  Enjoy a beautiful Easter Brunch with family and friends in the gorgeous ballroom!  Meet the Easter Bunny and have a 5-entree buffet.  Reservations required.  248.644.5832 or Register HERE 

Clawson

Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 10 am
Easter Egg Hunt
Clawson City Park- 935 N. Custer Ave., Clawson, MI 48017
Join the Easter Bunny looking for eggs! Bring a camera and basket. Arrive early…really, arrive EARLY, because the Easter Bunny’s job is done in a blink of an eye. For ages 1-12.

Royal Oak

Friday, March 30, 2018 & Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Royal Oak Easter Event – Detroit Zoo Bunnyville- 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
An “eggstravaganza” of family fun is planned for the Detroit Zoo’s annual Bunnyville celebration, featuring educational programming, games, crafts, live entertainment, zookeeper talks and much more! Festivities also include the Jelly Bean Jamboree, Funny Bunny Games, whisker painting and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. Discounted Admission Available- Bunnyville visitors are encouraged to bring a canned or other non-perishable food item to be donated to Gleaners Community Food Bank. Each guest with a food donation will receive a reduced admission price of $13 for adults & $9 for children, parking not included. Admission for Detroit Zoological Society Members is free, but Members are encouraged to bring food donations.

Southfield

Friday, March 30, 2018- 10 am
The Great Marshmallow Drop at Catalpa Oaks- 27725 Greenfield Road, Southfield
15,000 marshmallows will be dropped from a helicopter to be turned in for a prize. You only need one marshmallow to exchange for a prize.  Arrive very early.  This event is widely attended and very crowded.  Three age groups- 4 years and younger and individuals with disabilities, children 5-7, children 8-12. 

Troy

Saturday, March 17, 2018 – Saturday, March 31, 2018- Mon.-Sat. 11-7, Sun. 12-6
The Somerset Collection- Easter Bunny Visits and Photos
Somerset Collection- North Grand Court- 2800 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084
Enjoy visits and photos with the Easter Bunny. For more details, click HERE

Saturday, March 17, 2018 – Saturday, March 31, 2018- Mon.-Sat. 11-8, Sun. 12-6
Oakland Mall- 412 W. 14 Mile Rd., Troy, MI 48083
Visit the Easter Bunny for photos and treats.  For more details, click HERE.

Various Dates- see below for events and times.
Michaels- 334 John R Rd, Oakland Plaza, Troy, MI 48083
Kids Club Easter Characters- Ages 3 & Up- March 17, 2018 10 a.m.-Noon. Register online
Kids Club Yarn Chicks- Ages 3 & Up- March 24, 2018 10 a.m.-Noon. Register online.
Kids Club Easter Treat Bags- Ages 3 & Up- March 31, 2018 10 a.m.-Noon. Register online.
Spring Break MAKE Camp- Ages 3 & Up- April 2-14- Times vary, many options.  Register online.

Various Dates- see below for events and times
Michaels- 1206 Coolidge Hwy, Midtown Square, Troy, MI 48084
Kids Club Easter Characters- Ages 3 & Up- March 17, 2018 10 a.m.-Noon. Register online.
Kids Club Yarn Chicks- Ages 3 & Up- March 24, 2018 10 a.m.-Noon. Register online.
Kids Club Easter Treat Bags- Ages 3 & Up- March 31, 2018 10 a.m.-Noon. Register online.
Spring Break MAKE Camp- Ages 3 & Up- April 2-14- Times vary, many options.  Register online.

Saturday, March 24, 2018- 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Easter Egg Hunt for Kids with Special Needs 2017
Woodside Bible Church- 6600 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48085
Join us for an Egg Hunt specifically designed for kids (age 12 and under) with special needs.  Separate hunt options for those with sensory issues or kids who use wheel chairs.  Free, but registration is required, and space is limited.
Register online HERE

Saturday, March 24th, 2018- 2-4 p.m.
Evanswood Church- 2601 E. Square Lake Rd. Troy, MI 48085
Easter Egg Hunt Spring Community Event
Easter egg hunt, bounce houses, music, cotton candy, Easter crafts, visits with the Troy Fire and Police Departments.  This is a great event for the whole family!  https://www.evanswood.org/


Friday, March 30, 2018
BounceU of Troy- 1101 Rochester Rd., Troy, MI 48083
Easter Bunny Bounce, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 
Come see the Easter Bunny, bounce with your friends and get some Easter treats! Don't forget your camera for pictures! Pre-paid reservations are recommended. This event will sell out!  Register HERE.

Saturday, March 31, 2018- 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (divided by age, see below)
Easter Egg Hunt
Troy Community Center- 3179 Livernois, Troy, MI 48083
Grab your basket and hop over to this egg hunt, kids can hunt for treat-filled plastic eggs on the gymnasium floor. After the hunt, the gym will feature a moon bounce and games. Swim in the indoor pool and find the gold eggs for prizes. Bring your phone to take a photo with the Easter Bunny. There will be three classes of egg hunters: Kids up to age 3: 9:30 a.m., Kids ages 4-6: 10 a.m., Kids ages 7-10: 10:30 a.m. $10 resident, $12 non-resident, $2 for non-egg hunters.  Must register before event begins.  Register HERE

Saturday, March 31, 2018 11 am
The Duckling Gets a Cookie!? Storytime
Barnes and Noble- 396 John R. Road, Troy, MI 48083-248-577-5056
The Duckling asks for a cookie and gets it!  How do you think Pigeon feels about that?  Find out at Storytime, with activities to follow.

April 2-April 7- Various Times and Prices
BounceU of Troy- 1101 Rochester Rd., Troy, MI 48083
Spring Break Open Bounce- See days, times, and prices HERE.

Wednesday, April 4, 2018- 9 a.m. to Thursday, April 5, 2018- 4 p.m.
Spring Break Days 2018- 2-day Mini-Camp
Stage Nature Center- 6685 Coolidge Hwy., Troy, MI 48098
Are you looking for fun activities this week? Join us as we explore the nature center in spring. Visit the forests and meadows looking for animals, signs of animal activity and new plant growth. Each day will include fun interactive games, activities and crafts. Children will use observation tools as they discover what's happening outdoors. Camp is held rain or shine.
Register HERE


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