Parks FOR KIDS
ARTS
SCIENCE
Rochester Conservatory of Music
KIDS
Rochester Hills Splash Pad at Brooklands Plaza
1585 E. Auburn Rd., Rochester Hills 48307 www.RochesterHills.org Free splash pad with grassy climbing hill, tables and chairs and restrooms. Open May 1 to September 30
Cranbrook Institute of Science
39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills 48303 (248) 645-3200 • www.science.cranbrook.edu Located on the Cranbrook Educational Community Campus this favorite local venue features a great permanent collection of objects and artifacts, interactive exhibits, special demonstrations and activities for children, an observatory and planetarium.
Innovation Hills
2800 W. Hamlin Rd., Rochester Hills 48309 www.RochesterHills.org 110 acres of fun. Includes hiking trails, sensory garden, game area, ponds, waterfall, fishing on the Clinton River, kayak landing, 3-acre nature themed playground, shelter, restrooms and ITS LIT AT NIGHT!
Summer camps for little ones in kindergarten through fourth grades. A cafe and gift shop on site.
Tree Runner Adventure Park
7553 Meadowbrook Rd., Rochester Hills 48309 www.treerunnerparks.com Located on the campus of Oakland University this 9-acre outdoor activity center has 24 ziplines and 65 climbing elements. Log on for age requirements that are course dependent.
Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
333 N. Hills Circle, Rochester 48307 (248) 656-0999 www.dinosaurhill.org 16-acres in downtown Rochester feature hands on learning about animals, biology and nature through classes and field trips (lots of them!). Fun for all ages.
Spencer Park
3701 John R Rd., Rochester Hills 48307 www.RochesterHills.org 113-acre park that includes a lake with beach and lifeguards on duty. Rowboat, pedal boat, kayak and paddle boards are available to rent. Fishing pier, nature paths, play structure, concession stand, picnic areas with grills and restrooms.
Fun Activities For Greater Rochester
LIBRARIES
Don’t forget your awesome library – what could be better than fostering the love of reading in your children.
Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Town Rd., Rochester 48307 (248) 650-7140 (youth reference desk) www.rhpl.org There is a wealth of information, programs and services specifically for kids and teens. “Early Lit” groups, reading and storytime events and online services cover a huge variety of topics.
Romeo District Library
65821 Van Dyke Ave., Washington 48095 (586) 752-0603 www.rdl.org With two branches (see BASICS-Libraries), RDL offers multiple Storytimes with crafts, interactive programs, outdoor handicapfriendly playground, downtown Storywalks and fun online literary sites. Teens enjoy ongoing clubs and take-home crafts, as well as safe study space and free, private online tutoring.
Lake Orion Public Library
825 Joslyn Rd., Lake Orion 48362 (248) 693-3000 www.orionlibrary.org Learning resources for kids k-12th grade, homework, help, storytime and book suggestions. Movies and video games are also available. There is a great teen room for 6th-12th graders too!
The Michigan Activity Pass
10
is also available through the libraries. This program offers free and discounted entry to hundreds of parks and cultural destinations throughout the state. The passes are limited in number and time sensitive so check with your librbary for specific availability.
Rochester School of Music, Rhythm and Groove
1423 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills 48309 (248) 601-3786 www.rochesterschoolofmusic.com Private, group and online lessons – piano, vocal, guitar, ukulele and bass instructors are waiting for you! All ages and all levels of experience. 120 E. Third Street, Rochester 48307 (248) 707-5733 www.rochesterconservatory.com Offers lessons on a wide variety of instruments. Also offers classes in fundamentals, performance, workshops and recitals and so much more!
Expressions Music Academy
876 S. Rochester Rd., Rochester Hills 48307 (248) 773-8364 www.expressionsmusicacademy.com Professional music lessons on a large selection of instruments for all ages starting at 3 years old.
Sounds Like Fun Music
1809 Northfield Dr., Rochester Hills 48309 (248) 260-7040 www.funmusic4me.com Specializes in the “Simply Music” piano method. Piano and keyboard programs for all ages – AND – they offer a drop-in drum circle! How cool is that! Avon Players 1185 Washington Rd., Rochester 48306 (248) 608-9077 www.avonplayers.org Calling all kids who love being the center of attention. Log on for information about the youth theatre – perfect for the rising stars ages 9 – 18. Hollywood awaits! Paint Creek Center for the Arts 407 Pine St., Rochester 48307 (248) 651-4110 www.pccart.org This incredible facility offers over 300 classes a year for 3 years old and up and summer camps are available for kids ages 5-13.