July 16 – Hot Dogs and Hot Rods to Benefit Moving Wall Visit to Holly
Hot Rods and Hot Dogs is a car show and more!
June 26 – Berkley Pride Block Party
Join us in Downtown Berkley for the first annual Berkley Pride Block Party!
June 15 – Blood Drive in Farmington Hills
To donate blood on June 15, go to www.redcrossblood.org and register online. Enter the sponsor code costickcenter and follow the instructions to set up an appointment.
June 14 – North Oakland Concert Band Free Show at Wildwood Amphitheater
Enjoy A Free Concert at Wildwood with the North Oakland Concert Series Band.
June 11 – Go Comedy! Improv Theater’s Run for Laughs to Support Local Charities
Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit three great organizations: Affirmations, Common Ground, and The Detroit Creativity Project. These three organization align with the Run For Laughs mission to support mental health awareness, inclusion and community.
June 11 – Native Plant Sale in Clarkston to Support Blue Heron Headwaters Conservancy
Support the Blue Heron Headwaters Conservancy and browse over 60 species of native plants for sale
June 10 – Tributes to Bon Jovi and Journey at Wildwood Amphitheater
Jovi, the Ultimate Bon Jovi Tribute Band along with Infinity & Beyond Tribute to Journey together for one amazing show!
June 9 – Learn About Invasive Species at Ferndale’s Harding Park
The Ferndale Garden Club is meeting at Harding Park on June 9, 2022 from 7-8:30pm to learn how to identify, manage, and prevent invasive species in the home garden…
June 9 – Jim McCarty’s Mystery Train Concert at Wildwood Amphitheater
Detroit’s legendary blues-rock guitarist Jim McCarty and his Mystery Train with special guest vocalist Pat Smillie.
Holly Car Show – Wednesday Evenings Starting June 8
Holly Car Show runs each Wednesday from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. starting June 8 through October.
June 21 – Lake Orion High School Band Free Concert at Wildwood Amphitheater
Enjoy A Free Concert at Wildwood with the Lake Orion High School Band.
July 6 – Troy Movie Night Under the Stars: Luca
Bring the family, lawn chairs or blankets and relax with as a variety of family-friendly movies will be shown at sunset. Concessions will be available for purchase from some of Troy’s own non-profit organizations .
June 2 – Berkley Ladies Night Out
There is no cost to attend, and event goers can simply pick up a map from one of the participating businesses and receive a sign-off from all the shops you stop at throughout the night.
Memorial Day Memories: Pre-Pandemic Parade Pictures
We look back at Memorial Day parades through the years leading up to the pandemic.
Events in Oakland County
Here are upcoming events in Oakland County. Email event information to editor@oc115.com for consideration. Thank you to Jim Shaffer & Associates Realtors for sponsoring this section!
State Warns of Tick Bite Risks
Protect yourself and your family against tick-borne diseases by following these tips:
New Estimates Show 49 Oakland County Communities Lost Population Since the Census
The July 1, 2021 estimates have only 11 Oakland County communities gaining population…
Reporter Food: Mor-Tacos in Bloomfield Township
I opted for a carryout meal of three tacos, rice, and a tasty dessert.
Student Artwork Across County Touts Financial Literacy
The winners and honorable mentions will receive cash prizes from a $10,000 contest fund provided by Flagstar Bank and will have their art displayed in the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office for a year and on the website along with all the entries.
SOAR Chamber Director Resigns, Rainbow Run Postponed
Each year on the morning of Ferndale Pride, runners gather in downtown Ferndale donned in multi-colored outfits and tall rainbow socks celebrating diversity for the Rainbow Run. But this year the event has been postponed because the person in charge of organizing it has resigned.