Round up the family and join us for a fun-filled evening at Barnyard Buddies Bash on Tuesday, August 19, from 6-8 PM at Inglenook Park! This free community event is designed for all ages and features hands-on activities, friendly farm animals, games, crafts, and more.
Enjoy an Evening of Barnyard Fun
There's something for everyone to enjoy, including:
• Petting zoo featuring friendly farm animals
• Face painting
• Blow-up games
• Yard games
• Animal-themed arts and crafts
Feeling hungry? Local food trucks will be on-site with food and sweet treats available for purchase throughout the evening.
Whether you're meeting a new furry friend, creating an animal-inspired craft, or enjoying games with family and friends, Barnyard Buddies Bash is a great way to make lasting summer memories.
Event Details
Tuesday, August 19
6-8 PM
Inglenook Park, 20901 W. 12 Mile Rd.
Admission: FREE
All ages welcome
Gather your family and friends and join us for an evening of animals, activities, and community fun. We look forward to seeing you at Inglenook Park!
Celebrate summer with an evening of music, fun and friendship at the annual Senior 50+ Appreciation Night on Thursday, August 20, from 6-8 p.m. on the Southfield Municipal Campus, 26000 Evergreen Road.
Presented by the City of Southfield Parks & Recreation Department and the Commission on Senior Adults (COSA), this free celebration for adults ages 50 and older features live music by UnCommon Experience, a games tent and contests, community vendors, exciting strolling entertainment including a stilt walker and fire breather, and fresh-off-the-grill hamburgers and hot dogs.
Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, as seating is limited.
The event is sponsored by SMART and Aetna.
For more information, call Southfield Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.
Get outside and explore Southfield with our August Park Adventures series! These guided morning walks are a great way to enjoy local parks, discover hidden gems, and connect with the community. Walks begin at 9 AM and are open to all.
We encourage participants to register in advance. Registration is free, helps us plan for attendance, and allows us to notify you of any weather-related cancellations or program updates. You can call Nicole at (248) 796-4667 or use the Register online Today button. Just search Park Adventures.
August Schedule:
• August 6 - Freeway Park/Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve, eastbound Lincoln, west of Greenfield
• August 13 - Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve, 27225 W. Ten Mile Rd.
• August 20 - Inglenook Park, 20901 W. Twelve Mile Rd.
• August 27 - Berberian Woods Nature Preserve, Streamwood Lane, south of Twelve Mile Rd.
Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
1: Click on our special Detroit Zoo link https://tickets.detroitzoo.org/affiliate.asp?ID=0F8E5784-1B1F-4FDE-8B69-108A9B125D7E This link will take you directly to our special "store" site without the need to enter a password.
2: You can also reach the site by going to https://tickets.detroitzoo.org and enter our exclusive Ticket Store User Name: Southfield parks and recreation
Please note: If you wish to visit the Polk Penguin Conservation Center, you will need to get a free, timed-entry pass. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis at main admissions gate only. We hope you and your family enjoy the Detroit Zoo this season! If you have any questions concerning the Detroit Zoo ticket program please call us at (248) 796-4620.
