Family events in Grand Haven, MI

This free Help Me Grow Ottawa playgroup at Allendale Township Library welcomes families with children from birth to age 5. Enjoy a mix of story time, music, and educational play. Each family will receive a book to take home, and parents and caregivers can find information on child development and reading readiness.

This early childhood program centers on a children's book and includes a story, finger plays, crafts, and activities inspired by the book. Each family will receive a free book to take home. Presented by Ottawa Area ISD, it is designed for children from birth through age 5 attending with a caregiver.

At Mill Point Park, a literacy-centered yoga session welcomes children and adults to experience stories through mindful movement, calming breaths, and playful imagination. Sessions run about 30 to 60 minutes. Bring a blanket, yoga mat, small rug, or beach towel, as one of these is required. For safety in the park, an adult should remain with participants under 18. Classes may be canceled in the event of storms or poor weather conditions. Pricing is $10 per child with an accompanying adult free, $15 per adult, or $85 for a monthly subscription.

This all-ages, after-hours evening at the Muskegon Museum of Art includes light snacks and punch, with a cash bar available. Themes and activities rotate, and there is plenty of art to explore. Attendance is free and the format is drop-in style.

A no-cost gathering for families with children from birth to age 5 features stories, music, and learning-through-play activities. Every family receives a book to take home. Parents and caregivers can access resources on child development and early reading readiness.

Allendale Township Park in Allendale, Michigan sets the stage for a full community celebration filled with food, music, and activities. Highlights include the Leprino M45 Run, the M45 Market, a Music Fest and Food Fest, a Car Show, a Carnival with a Kid Zone, and a Beer and Cider Tent. The festivities conclude with a drone light show as the grand finale.

As part of the M45 Celebration, this food festival brings local favorites to Allendale Township Park. The lineup of participating food trucks will be announced. Friends and families can explore a variety of flavors together.

Visit the Bookmobile to sign up for a library card, learn about current programs, and check out books and other materials to enjoy at home.

Coordinated swarms of drones will fill the sky above Allendale Park with vivid light formations set to music, bringing the M45 Celebration to a spectacular close. The performance combines choreography, storytelling, and illuminated flight for a showcase suited to all ages. Expect striking aerial visuals and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Admission is free. Bring a blanket and enjoy the show with friends and family.

At Eastmanville Farm county park, kids can explore archery in a relaxed class that puts fun first. The class covers safe bow handling and the basics of aiming at targets, all in a supportive setting that recognizes each achievement. It is designed for children, and an accompanying adult is required. Registration is required.

The bookmobile visits East Park Manor, offering library card sign-ups, information about library programs, and the chance to borrow books and other materials to take home. Explore the collection and head home with something new to read.

Swing by the Bookmobile to sign up for a library card, learn about current programs, and borrow library materials you can take home.