Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Ten things to do with your kids this summer.

Summer is in full-swing and your kids maybe starting to get a little bored around the house. The Plymouth-Canton area has many different activities and events that help make the most of your summer.

1. Watch a kid-friendly summer movies at Goodrich Canton Cinema 
Movie-goers can go to see select children movies for only $1 at the Goodrich Canton Cinema at 10 am until August 15. Movies being shown include "The Lego Movie," "Wizard of Oz," and "Yogi Bear." 
Website: http://www.goodrichqualitytheaters.com/programs/kids-summer-movies/
Phone: (734) 844-3456
Address: 43555 Ford Road, Canton, MI

2. Watch a free movies at the Canton Public Library 
Tuesday will be the first showing of family-friendly movies, starting with "Frozen." The film will be shown at 2 p.m. and you are invited to bring your own snacks and pillows. Three more films will be shown throughout the summer.

Website: http://www.cantonpl.org/
Phone: 
(734) 397-0999
Address: 
1200 S Canton Center Road, Canton MI

3. Hear a story at the Plymouth Public LibraryThroughout the summer the Plymouth Library hosts drop-in story-times for children. The next reading will be at 10 am on Tuesday.

Website: http://plymouthlibrary.org/
Phone: (734) 453-0750
Address: 223 S. Main Street, Plymouth MI

4. Drop-off your children at Kids' Corner at the Summit on the Park
Would you like two hours to workout or take a class at the Summit? Kids' Corner at the Summit allows parents to leave their kids for two hours in supervised care. While you are exercising, your children will be coloring, building legos and making crafts. Daily rates are $4 for members, $4.25 for residents and $5 dollars for non-residents.

Website: http://leisure.canton-mi.org/summit/classes.aspxPhone: (734) 394-5460
Address: 46000 Summit Parkway, Canton MI

5. Spoil them with a night out
Kids can have a Friday night full of fun at the Summit. From 6 pm to 10 pm, children ages five to 12 can enjoy board games, the pool, pizza and a movie. The event will happen on July 11, August 8 and September 12. The price is $20 for members, $25 for residents and $30 for non-residents.

Website: http://leisure.canton-mi.org/community.aspxPhone: (734) 394-5460
Address: 46000 Summit Parkway, Canton MI

6. Grab coffee at Jungle Java
While parents are enjoying an iced coffee, kids are enjoying Jungle Java's huge play structure. There is also a smaller play area for children under five. Jungle Java also has cafe that has an assortment of drinks and food for all ages. Admission is $7 for children two or older, $3 for infants 12-24 months, and infants under 12 months are free.

Website: http://www.junglejavaplay.com/canton/Phone: (734) 927-6680 
Address: 6481 Canton Center Road, Canton MI

7. Go bowling at the Super Bowl

Kids under 15 can sign up for the Kids Bowl Free program, where they can bowl two games for free at select times. Parents can get more information here. The whole family can enjoy bowling for a reasonable price. For $8.95 a person, you will get two games of bowling, two slices of pizza and a drink. The package is only available on Sunday from noon-5 pm.

Website: http://bowldetroit.com/super-bowl/
Phone: (734) 459-6070
Address: 45100 Ford Rd, Canton MI

8. Soar to new heights at Sky ZoneThis indoor trampoline park provides an unique experience for the young and old. Activities available at Sky Zone include open jump times, workout classes, dodge-ball and toddler jump times. Open jumps prices are $10 for 30 minutes, $14 for a hour, $18 for 90 minutes and $22 for 120 minutes. Toddler times are $10 dollars. Parents with children ages 10-15 can also take them to SkyMania on Friday nights. For $18, kids will get 90 minutes of jump time, pizza and a drink.

Website: http://www.skyzone.com/canton/Phone: (734) 981-0007
Address: 
42550 Executive Drive, Canton MI


9. Check out any of Plymouth's 12 parks 
Plymouth has many beautiful parks with different amenities including play structures, nature trails and picnic tables. For parents who have children with special needs the Lion's Club Park on Burroughs and Harding Street has swings available that will meet their needs.

Website: http://www.ci.plymouth.mi.us/DocumentCenter/Home/View/859Phone: (734) 459-6070

10. Jump the day away at Pump It Up
Filled with inflatables and other fun activities, Pump It Up in Canton is sure to please kids of all ages. Pump It Up offers different type of open jump including events that include pizza and events only for preschool children. Prices for open jump range from $7-$10.

Website: http://www.pumpitupparty.com/canton-mi
Phone: 
(734) 495-1222
Address: 46090 Michigan Ave Canton, MI

No matter your interest, the Plymouth-Canton area has something to offer. What is your favorite summer time activities?


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