- Family Fun!
- Classes/activities for kids!
- Fun for parents! (coming soon!!!)
If you do any of the activities listed below, please be sure and leave a comment on how it went! Also, if you know of any other fun and interesting activities, please let me know!
Family Fun!
Arbor Day at Fernwood
Fernwood Botanical Garden
13988 Range Line Rd, Buchanan
Phone: 269-695-6941
Arbor Day tree planting has endured as an old tradition and continues to gain significance as an aesthetic means of buffering the changes in our climate. Trees can shade and cool our homes, filter our air, and simply beautify our surroundings. Meet in the Visitors Center at Fernwood this Arbor Day, Friday, April 27, at 10:00 am for our ceremonial tree planting and take home a free sapling of your choice. To learn more visit the Arbor Day Foundation website. Free with paid Fernwood admission; Fernwood members free.
Adults: $7
Children 6 - 12: $3
Children 5 & Under = FREE
YMCA – Benton Harbor-St. Joseph
3665 Hollywood Road
St. Joseph, MI 49085
269/428-YMCA
MAKE SATURDAY, APRIL 28th A PLAY DATE FOR YOUR FAMILY!
Saturday, April 28th. From 1 to 3 pm
Join us for an afternoon of great activities for kids and the focus is on FUN with:
- Family Swim - Raquetball - Basketball
- Beach Ball Volleyball - Parachute Activities
- Climbing Wall - Sports Wall - Relay Races
- Gymnastics - Jump Rope - Ballet - Karate
- Face Painting - Healthy Snacks - and More!
- Presentations and displays include . . .
- » Police Car and Fire Truck
- » Lion's Club Vision Screening
Healthy Kid's Day is open to everyone and it's FREE! The first 175 kids to register will receive a Healthy Kid's Day T-shirt; adults must accompany kids.
Family Float – Weekly, Fridays and Saturdays
Swimming pool open to families - Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
Friday, 6:30 to 8:00
Saturday, 4:00 to 5:45 pm
Free for YMCA members, $14 for families
Sarret Naure Center
2300 Benton Center Road
Benton Harbor, MI
Fossils of the Michigan BasinBeginning Wednesday, April 4, 2012, through Wednesday, June 27,
2012
Display of Fossils of the Michigan Basin begins!
Stop in anytime between April 4 and June 27 to see the
fossils.
Lakeshore Roller World
5567 Red Arrow Highway
Stevensville, MI 49127
Weekend Family Skate times
Family pricing of $20.00 for families up to 5 members, during family skate times. One parent must skate. So, strap on those skates and show the kids how it is done!
“Happy Feet Two" PG*
Kids 12 and under are free, and adults are only $4.00
Check out the website for the entire list of Flick’s Family Film Fest.There is a different family friendly movie every week.
Family Fun Night at the Silver Beach Carousel
333 E. Broad Street – Weekly, Thursdays
4:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Want to create more good times with your kids? Have we got the place for you! Come to Silver Beach Carousel every Thursday from 4-8:30 p.m. You’ll build happy memories around a new theme each week (visit this site or facebook.com/silverbeachcarousel for our latest plans). Play games. Make-and-take arts and crafts. And ride the carousel for only $1 (a 50% savings!).
Kids classes/activities!Lakeshore Roller World
Flick’s Family Film Fest at Celebration Cinema
1468 Cinema Way
Benton Harbor, MI
269/934-7469
Celebration Cinema - Benton Harbor“Happy Feet Two" PG*
Mumble and his family and friends discover a new threat their home -- one that will take everyone working together to save them.
Friday, April 27 – Thursday, May 3
Friday, April 27 – Thursday, May 3
*For reviews and information about movies your kids want to see, including information regarding violence, adult situations and cursing, please take a look at:
Family Fun Night at the Silver Beach Carousel
333 E. Broad Street – Weekly, Thursdays
4:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Want to create more good times with your kids? Have we got the place for you! Come to Silver Beach Carousel every Thursday from 4-8:30 p.m. You’ll build happy memories around a new theme each week (visit this site or facebook.com/silverbeachcarousel for our latest plans). Play games. Make-and-take arts and crafts. And ride the carousel for only $1 (a 50% savings!).
Lincoln TownshipPublic Library
2099 W. John Beers Road
Stevensville, MI
269/429-957
"The Hunger Games" Discussion
Friday, April 27, 3:30 pm
Compare the book and the movie. Call the library to register for the discussion.
Grade 5-12.
May I Pet Your
Dog?
Saturday, April 28th 10:30 - 12:00
An introduction to pet safety
and etiquette for children ages 4 to 10.Find out the proper way to meet and greet an unfamiliar pet. Learn if you are ready to become a pet owner and what kind of pet may be right for you.
Pick up some tips on how to care for, groom, and train your dog. Enjoy some stories along the way!
3889 S. M-139
St. Joseph, MI 49085
269/429-5100
Open Gym: Friday 8:00 – 9:30 pm
Saturday 12:00 – 1:30 pm
Admission: $5
A signed waiver must be completed prior to children participating.
Curious Kids Museum
415 Lake Blvd.
St. Joseph, MI 49085
269/983-CKID
Saturday, April 28
Finger Print Buddies
Did you know you could make basketball players, trains, dinosaurs and elephants with your finger prints? Come on in and let us show you how!
Curious Kids – Discovery Zone
333 E. Broad Street
St. Joseph, MI 49085
Saturday, April 28
Zoo in the Sky
Join us as we look at some of the Constellations of the Northern skies.
Some upcoming events:
Lincoln Township Public Library
2099 W. John Beers Road
Stevensville, MI
269/429-957
Yu-Gi-Oh! Open Play
Friday, May 4th at 3:30 pm
Play with friends and trade cards. No registration required. Ages 10-18.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Thursday, May 24
11:30 am
Tulip Time Festival
May 5 – 12, 2012
74 West 8th Street
Holland, MI 49423
800/822-2770
The annual celebration of Dutch heritage and culture is a multi-generational event that has something for everyone. Three amazing parades, traditional Dutch Dance performances, concerts, theatre, Dutch attractions, Dutch food, children’s events, Tulip City Tours and so much more!
Blossomtime Festival Grand Floral Parade
“Blossomtime goes wild… for animals!”
Saturday May 5, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. EST
Downtown St. Joseph through Downtown Benton Harbor
Mendel Center Performances
American Family Theatre’s Cinderella
Saturday, May 12, 11:00 am and 2:00 pm
Ticket Prices:
Zone A: $16
Zone B: $11
Through
the magic of live musical theater, all the Cinderella storybook characters come
to life with excitement, fantasy, and song. Experience the wicked stepmother and
stepsisters and their plots to keep Cinderella from meeting her prince.
Celebrate the moment when the prince places the glass slipper on Cinderella’s
foot. The spirit of this fantasy is contagious.Royal Princess Party
Saturday, May 12, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Admission: $8
Dress up your little “princess” in her favorite ball gown for an afternoon she’ll never forget. Party includes luncheon and crafts to make and take for your royal highness.
Spring
Arts & Crafts Show
May 26, 2012
St.
John United Church of ChristMay 26, 2012
200 W. Buffalo, New Buffalo, MI
(269) 469-2706
This annual Arts and Crafts Show promises something for everyone. More than 45 artists and crafters will sell their unique handcrafted items from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. at St. John United Church of Christ, 200 W. Buffalo, New Buffalo. Booths are indoors and outdoors. Snacks and lunch items available. Free admission.
St. Mary of the Lake Festival
May 24 - May 28, 2012
This Festival is the official start to summer activities in New Buffalo and annual fundraiser for St Mary of the Lake School. Food, rides, games, silent auction, and live music -- fun for the entire family.
Sign up now for Summer Camps:
Curious Kids Museum
www.curiouskidsmuseum.org
415 Lake Blvd.
St. Joseph, MI 49085
269/983-CKID
SUMMER DAY CAMP ADVENTURES
FOR AGES 7-12
FISHING CAMP, AGES 8 AND UP
9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Hooked On Fishing—June 25-28, Ages: 8 and Up, Cost: $145.00 members, $165.00 non-members.
Dig It!—July 9-13, Ages: 6-12, Cost: $145.00 members, $165.00 non-members.
Girls of America—July 16- 19, A ges: 6 -12, C ost: $ 150.00 members, $170.00 non-members (Overnight on July 19).
Intro To Cooking—July 23-27, Ages: 7-12, Cost: $145.00 members, $165.00 non-members.
Destination…Water—July 30-Aug. 3, Ages: 7-12, Cost: $145.00 members, $165.00 non-members.
CURIOSITY CAMPS FOR AGES 4-6
MONDAY-THURSDAY, 9:00 A.M.- 12:00 P.M.
A Curiously Creative Camp!—June 25-28, Ages: 4-6, Cost: $75.00 members, $95.00 non-members.
Pirates, Pirates, PIRATES!—July 9-12, Ages: 4-6, Cost: $75.00 members, $95.00 non-members.
Dino-riffic Dinosaurs—July 16-19, Ages: 4-6, Cost: $75.00 members, $95.00 non-members.
Around The World In The Magic Tree House—July 23-26, Ages: 4-6, Cost: $75.00 members, $95.00 non-members.
All Aboard—July 30-Aug. 2, Ages: 4-6, Cost: $75.00 members, $95.00 non-members.
YMCA
Benton Harbor/St. Joseph
We
are the masters of kid stuff during Spring Break! From April 2-6, the Y has it
all.· Spring Break Holiday Camp is a great way to keep your K-5th grade kids active all day! Held from 7 am to 6 pm, drop-off and pick-up is at your convenience. Camp runs April 2-6 and is only $36 per day or $150 for five days.
· Gymnastics Camp will keep 4-12 year olds moving using the balance beam, uneven bars, vault, floor routines and more! Held April 2-6 from 9 am to noon, camp is $55 for Y members and $75 for the community.
SuperSitters Clinic is a terrific way for 11-15 years olds to learn responsible babysitting! Includes emergency care and first aid, child development stages, games to play with children, parent relations and water safety training! Held April 3-5 from 10 am to 2 pm, the clinic is only $48 for Y members and $60 for the community; fees include a first aid kit and Y sport sack.
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
1800 Pipestone Road
Suite 120
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
269/925-6081
Jo-Ann Fabric offers many different classes for you and your young ones. A full list of classes and times is available in the store, but, here are a couple you might find fun:
- Kids Sewing 101: Headtime Story (8+ years old)
- Kids Sewing 102: Sew Sweet Pillow (5+ years old)
- Wilton Kids Cake Decorating 101: Cup O' Cake (8+ years old)
- Kids Papercrafting 101: Envelope Mini Album (5+ years old)
