If the playground, park and movie routine is getting a little tired, why not do something different with the kids this weekend? From a children's play to a cheese fest, these events will win approval from everyone in the family.
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Design Thinking Professional Development Workshop
Sponsored by Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, this event is intended for educators and members of non-profit organizations who work with youth. You will participate in a host of interactive activities that revolve around design and the design process to learn about strategies that encourage and empower youth to utilize creative problem-solving and critical thinking.
When: Wednesday, April 10, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Detroit Center for Design and Technology at Lawrence Technological University, Studio 4-5, 4219 Woodward Ave.
Price: Free
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Design an Infinite Park with Cooper Hewitt
This all-ages event is also in conjunction with Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum and its annual National Design Award winners. You will learn about landscape design and how professionals in this field solve design problems. You will then have an opportunity to design your own prototype section of an infinite park project. This is a hands-on craft using paper, glue and other materials, including your imagination.
When: Saturday, April 13, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: The Belt, 1234 Library St.
Price: Free
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Shh! We Have a Plan Onstage
This family-friendly play is based on the book by Chris Haughton of the same name. The focus of the play is teaching children through a series of adventures had by the main characters that kindness and freedom can often be the most important goals in the end.
When: Sunday, April 14, 4 p.m.
Where: Music Hall Center, 350 Madison St.
Price: $10
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Say Cheese Fest Detroit
Sponsored by Belle Isle Boat House and Food News Today, cheese fans are the intended audience for this inaugural event. Foods that highlight the best in cheeses from around the area, including grilled cheese, macaroni and cheese and cheese pizza, will be served to sample. A variety of regular hard and soft cheeses will also be featured. Admission includes samples and drink tickets. A cash bar will be available.
When: Sunday, April 14, 2 p.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Belle Isle Boat House, East Picnic Way
Price: $30 (General Admission); $50 (VIP Admission)
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Detroit Greek Independence Day Parade
This 18th annual event celebrates Greek-American culture not only in Michigan but neighboring Ohio and Canada as well. Meant for all ages, you will witness handmade floats by local schools, Greek musicians, dancers and characters from The Parade Company's Big Head Corporation. The parade is part of the entire Greek Independence Day weekend and all proceeds benefit the Hellenic Museum of Michigan.
When: Sunday, April 14, 3 p.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Greektown Casino Hotel, 555 E. Lafayette Ave.
Price: Free
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