Get Out: Schalm Carnival, Rockin' the Runway, Earth Day and More

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Clawson Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and events to attend in the area:

1. Schalm Elementary Carnival

Where/when: , 4-8 p.m. Friday 

Why go: There will be a bounce houses, games to play, magicians, face painting and more.

Price: Wristbands are $15 at the door or $5 punch card to play cards

2. Smile with Style Rockin' the Runway

Where/when: , 318 W. 4th St., 7 p.m. Friday

Why go: Enjoy a fun evening of entertainment, fashion and food at the Royal Oak Music Theater. There will be music by Frankie D'Angelo, Half Light Music and more. The event will also have raffles, signature gift bags, a "glam rock" fashion show, and live and silent auctions.

Price: $30-$100

3. Fish Fry

Where/when: 4:30-7 p.m. Friday at

Why go: The Knights of Columbus is having an all-you-can-eat fish fry on Friday. Included in your dinner are baked and fried fish, crab cakes, macaroni and cheese, baked or fried potatoes, rolls, vegetables, dessert and a beverage.

Pricing: $8 adults, $7.50 seniors, $4.50 children

4. Celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo

Where/when: , 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday

Why go: There will be a scavenger hunt throughout the zoo, craft projects for kids, a rock climbing wall, games and entertainment. Many of the activities are earth-friendly.

Pricing: adults $12, seniors $10, children ages 2 - 14 $8

5. Earth Day Celebration

Where/when: Troy Nature Center, 6685 Coolidge, 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday

Why go: In honor of Earth Day, the Troy Nature Center is having a Live Hawks & Owls Celebration. Joe Rogers will present the birds and talk about their history.

Pricing: residents $6, non-residents $11

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