First Free Friday, Cranbrook Institute of Science, Friday, January 5. Explore world-class Cranbrook Institute of Science! Preregistration is required. Visit science.cranbrook.edu to register.
Candlemaking by Firelight, Saturday, January 6, 4-6 pm. Tour Dinosaur Hill’s pioneer cabin, learn to make candles, and enjoy a dutch oven dessert! Registration is $7 per participant. To register, visit DinosaurHill.org.
Nighttime Nature, Friday, January 12, 6-7:30 pm. Gaze at the moon while taking a leisurely guided stroll through Stony Creek Metropark. $5 per person, plus vehicle admission. To register, visit Stony Creek’s website.
Winter Wonder Library, Friday, January 19, 6-8 pm. The library garden will transform into a bright winter wonderland while attendees enjoy hot cocoa, a photo booth, and activities all throughout the library. For more information, visit the library’s website.
Frost Festival, Friday & Saturday January 19 & 20. Enjoy live ice carving, s’mores roasting, and family fun during this frosty festival! For more information, visit DowntownRochesterMI.com.
Stargazing at Stage, Saturday, January 20, 6:30-8:30 pm. Join a member of the Oakland Astronomy Club to explore the winter night sky. Telescopes will be provided but participants are encouraged to bring their own. $8 per participant. For more information and to register, visit TroyMI.gov.
Winter Carnival, Saturday, January 27, noon-4 pm. Enjoy winter family fun at this free carnival at Bear Creek Nature Park. This is a free event and free parking and shuttle service is available at Rochester Christian Church. Visit Oakland Township’s Facebook for more details.
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