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2019 Candidate Interview: Theresa Brooks for Troy City Council

September 22nd 2019

Theresa Brooks is running for Troy City Council in the Nov. 5, 2019 election.

Candidate Interview: Mike McFall for Hazel Park City Council

September 22nd 2019

Mike McFall is running for City Council in Hazel Park in the Nov. 5, 2019 election.

Oct 7 – Royal Oak Candidate Forum Hosted by League of Women Voters

September 21st 2019

Check out the LWV Forum webpage for all area forums.

Oct. 5 – Madison Heights Road Rally – A Scavenger Hunt on Wheels!

September 21st 2019

Spend a great afternoon out with your friends and family exploring our incredible city and help raise funds for the City's Holiday decorations.

Oct. 5 – Hilton Fall Festival in Ferndale

September 21st 2019

Family friendly; great for all ages, ☀️ Rain or shine

Oct. 5 – Dixie Byway Car Show at Mt. Holly

September 21st 2019

No registration is needed for the general public - come out for the day!

Oct. 5 – Coffee House Concert at Starr Presbyterian in Royal Oak

September 21st 2019

Concert features Acoustic Ash, Laura McCandliss, School of Rock Rochester, Steadfast, Starr Cross, and Shelby Alston

Oct. 5 – Ridge Resale Day to Benefit FernCare

September 21st 2019

Sales benefit the FernCare Free Clinic.

Oct 4 – Emily Rose and Anthony Retka Ferndale Library Concert

September 21st 2019

A dynamic duo of local indie-folk singers, Emily Rose, and Anthony Retka, will perform a full hour of melodic, poignant, and tender acoustic odes.

Oct. 4-5 – 7 Deadly Sins Dinner at Holly Hotel

September 21st 2019

Enjoy a seven course meal with wine and explore the seven deadly sins.

Oct. 3 – Novi Candidate Forum Hosted by League of Women Voters

In Novi there are two candidates for Mayor... There are three seats for a full term city council member of four years...
Oct. 3 – Plant-Based 101 Presentation by VegMichigan at Ferndale Library

udience members can join a discussion with any questions while they sample vegan cuisine, provided by VegMichigan.
Oct. 3 – Rochester Posed has Storefronts with Album Cover Theme

The public will vote for their favorite live mannequin display. Text-to-vote will be available from 7:00–9:00 pm
Oct. 2 – WONder Woman Awards Banquet Honoring Four Local Leaders

The award honors women who have improved the quality of life in Michigan through their civic, philanthropic and professional accomplishments.
Oct. 2 – Southfield Hosting Pop with a Cop at Outback Steakhouse

Complimentary appetizers and pop will be provided by Outback.
Oct. 2 – Historian Presentation in Rose Twp: Rock or Stone Tool

The Rose Township Heritage Committee presents "Is it a rock or a stone tool," a presentation with historian and storyteller Carol Egbo.
Sept. 29 – Yard Sale at American Legion Auxiliary Post #14 in Troy

Support the American Legion Auxiliary Charles Edwards Post #14 at 1340 W. Maple Road in Troy
Sept. 28 – Novi’s ITC Corridor Trail Opening Community Walk

The ITC Corridor Trail is ready for action! Help us break it in!
Sept. 28 – Transgender Health Fair in Ferndale

Exhibits...vendors....speakers....panels...The only health fair in Michigan dedicated to the transgender community!
Sept. 27 – Reading Rainbow Book Club for LGBTQ Teens, Ferndale

The Ferndale Area District Library and Affirmations are partnering to start the Reading Rainbow Book Club
Sept. 26-28 – DNR Hunter Safety Class in Hazel Park

Michigan DNR Hunter Safety class takes place Sept. 26-28, with testing on the 28.
Sept. 26 – Legal Tips for Caregivers Workshop

Sponsors include Area Agency on Aging 1B, Legal Services Michigan and the No Excuse for Elder Abuse Campaign.
Sept. 25 – Diversity Committee Meeting for Ferndale Schools

The meeting takes place Sept. 25 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at Ferndale Upper Elementary Media Center.
Sept. 24 – Gardeners and Protecting Soil from Erosion Presentation in Southfield

Learn how gardeners can prevent soil erosion and storm water run-off, conserve water, and protect their property and home infrastructure.
Sept. 22 – Festival of Food and Culture in Huntington Woods

The new Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is holding the first Huntington Woods Festival of Food and Culture.
Kids Can Enter Art Contest for Environmental Calendar, Deadline Oct. 4

Fourth and fifth graders living in Oakland County will have the opportunity to submit their artwork
Events Through Oakland County, Sept. 20, 2019 ed.

To submit an event, email info to editor@oc115.com.
Free Shuttle in Pleasant Ridge & Ferndale to DIY & Funky Ferndale Art Fair

The cities of Ferndale and Pleasant Ridge are partnering with SMART to provide two FREE shuttles during this weekend’s Funky Ferndale Art Fair and DIY Street Fair.
Mosquito-Spread Disease Reaches Genesee and Lapeer Counties

EEE is one of the most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases in the United States, with a 33 percent fatality rate in people who become ill.
Five Apply for Short Term Ferndale Council Seat, Decision Monday

Five people filled out applications for the Ferndale City Council vacancy left by Dan Martin when he accepted the appointment to the Mayor's positions.