Arts & Entertainment
Grab & Go Kids Planner: Register for Summer Camps, Bowling, Crafts
Pick and choose from this week's array of family events.
Family best bets for the week ahead:
Mother/Son Bowling Party
Why go: This is an opportunity for mothers to interact with the special little guy. The event includes two games of bowling, shoes, pizza and pop plus a goody bag for the boys. Bring a canned good for the Lighthouse of Oakland County and receive an extra chance at a door prize.
Where: 8265 Richardson Rd., Commerce Township.
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When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday.
Cost: $15 for West Bloomfield residents, $17 for nonresidents.
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What else: Register by calling 248-451-1900 or visit westbloomfieldparks.org
Summer Camp Registration Begins
Why go: Camps are offered for children from toddler age to 17, including sports, arts, performing, travel, skateboard, nature and science camps and Safety Town.
Where:
When: Camps run the week of June 20-week of Aug. 8.
Cost: $45-$325
What else: Save money by registering early. May 31 is the deadline for early bird registration. Learn more at westbloomfieldparks.org/info/campnews2011.pdf
Family Fun Day in the Zap Zone
Why go: Make Purim Parcel for JARC (a Michigan nonprofit that serves people with developmental disabilities) while having fun. Bring family and friends and have fun playing laser tag, glo golf, bumper cars, mini bowling, go-karts, jump zone or games.
Where: Zap Zone, 31506 Grand River, Farmington Hills.
When: 3-5 p.m. Sunday.
Cost: $5 adults, $10 children, free for children younger than 2. Light snacks will be served.
What else: Register with by calling 248-661-5700 or e-mail michelle@temple-israel.org
Wild Winter
Why go: Escape winter with animal arts and crafts, animal enrichment activities, face painting, zookeeper talks and a winter scavenger hunt. Ice cream and hot chocolate are available for purchase at a discount.
Where: Ford Education Center at , Royal Oak
When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Cost: Free with zoo admission: $12 adults, $8 children, $10 seniors, free for younger than 2 and members.
What else: Parking costs $5 or is free for members.
'Disney on Ice: Disney-Pixar’s Toy Story 3'
Why go: If you liked Toy Story 3, you’ll love watching Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the whole gang ice skate their way through the highlights. Special effects, large sets, creative costumes and skating dexterity round off the fun.
Where: The Palace of Auburn Hills
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Friday, 11:30 a.m., 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Cost: $15, $21, $26
More information: Visit palacenet.com or call Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000.
