Summer Bounce Times at Pump It Up Canton

Kids can bounce their cares away during summer bounce sessions at Pump It Up in Canton

No matter what happens, during summer vacation there are always times when you just need  to find something for the kids to do. Perhaps sitting with a book in hand as they bounce themselves silly sounds appealing. If that's the case, then possibly exploring summer bounce times at Pump It Up (46090 Michigan Ave., Canton) is the thing to do.

From June 1 through August 31 kids can get all that extra energy out jumping, sliding, climbing and playing in fun-filled  Pump It Up bounce arenas for only $7. Summer open bounce times hours of operation are:

Monday 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Tuesday 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 1: 00 p.m.
Thursday 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Friday 5:30-7:00 p.m.

The Pump It Up website also wants readers to know that we should all watch for bonus bounce times to be added throughout each week and weekend as scheduling permits!

Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights: Chelsea

Every Thursday night in downtown Chelsea families can enjoy many great musical groups while exploring the area during Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights. Starting at 6:30 p.m. tonight be sure to see comedy routines, musical acts, balloons for the kids, interactive performing art and even dueling pianos!


June 6th

• Norm Stulz (Comedy) at the Library
• Cold Tone Harvest (Americana/Folk/Indie Folk) at South St. Tent 3
• Generations Entertainment (Balloons for the kids) at Main St.
• Alley Dave Boutette (Americana/Folk) at East Alley 
• Annie & Rod Capps (Americana/Folk) at East Middle 
•  Open Mic at Total Fitness Lot 
• The Modern Day Drifters (Country) at Sylvan Courtyard 
• The Bluescasters (Blues/Rock/Jazz) at Glazier Building 
• Pianos on Fire (Dueling Pianos) at Clocktower 
• Gazebo Eric the Juggler (Juggling) at the Clocktower 

Traveling throughout the downtown area you will see interactive performance art and pop & lock dancers. See the full stage map of locations for all performance groups.

Meet The Animals at SASHA

This Sunday would be the perfect time to meet the animals at SASHA Farm (17901 Mahrle Rd.,
Manchester),during their Spring Social. From noon-4:00 p.m. tour the farm, meet the many animals is residence, visit with adoptable animals, enjoy vegetarian refreshments and kid's activities. This special event is free for kids under age 5 and only $10 for other family members. Proceeds help support the animal sanctuary.

Kids Fairy Garden Event: Saline

Has your child made a fairy door for your garden? It's a new craze actually - Fairy Gardening! Now your child can make their own fairy house during one of the upcoming classes at Nature's Garden Center (6400 E Michigan Ave., Saline).

As one of the most requested kids class, The Nature's Garden Center is offering two opportunities for kids (ages 4+) to create a fairy garden. On Thursday, June 13 at 4:30 p.m. or  Wednesday, July 17 at 11:00 a.m., your child creates a pint-sized garden. Cost of the class is $15 and includes a garden container, plant, chair and decorative fairy.

Your kids may also find out the answers to fairy-ly often asked questions such as "Why you need to have a fairy garden in your landscape?" "Are there any specific elements you have to include?" "What plants fairies prefer and why." and "Can I tell if a fairy is occupying my garden."

If the classes are booked up fear not, as "Fairy Day" also comes to Nature's Garden Center on June 22, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Guests will find fairy treats and activities the whole family can enjoy.

Registration for the kids Fairy Garden classes can be made in person or by calling 734-944-8644.

Build Monster-Sized Fun This Summer

Both kids building clinics - Lowe's Build & Grow and the Home Depot Kid's Building Workshops - are featuring scary summer building projects. OK perhaps not scary, but they are sponsored by soon-to-be-released summer blockbuster films!

In June, kids can make Mike and Sulley Scarers on June 8- 9 or they can build a Monster's University chest June 22-23. These free events, inspired by the upcoming release of Disney Pixar’s upcoming release Monsters University, tend to fill up quickly though, so be sure to register at the Lowe's Build & Grow site for your preferred location!

Monsters University Scarers
June 08 at 10:00 a.m. or June 9 2:00 p.m.
Bring your child to Lowe’s to build an awesome Mike and Sulley Scarer.

Monsters University Chest
June 22 at 10:0 a.m. or June 23 at 2:00 p.m. 

Monster fun continues at Lowe’s when your child builds a chest 

In July, Home Depot gets into the act with a despicable project inspired by the upcoming release of Despicable Me 2. On July 6, 9:00 a.m. - noon your child can participate in a fun "surprise" kids building workshop. These programs are always enjoyable and teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment. I love that my kids are not messing up my house either! All participants get to keep their craft and receive a free  certificate of achievement.