Birmingham Education Foundation Launches Annual Fund Campaign (BEF, Nov. 26, 2016) Birmingham, MI – The Birmingham Education Foundation has launched its annual fund campaign to raise funds from the community and businesses to support exceptional educational experiences for all Birmingham Public School students. BEF is particularly proud that 100% of all elementary school teachers, plus…
Holly Welcomes Holiday Season with Light Parade, Tree Lighting & Awards (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 25, 2016) Holly, MI – The rain did not stop Santa and Mrs. Claus from visiting the Village of Holly for the annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday. Led by the Holly Bronchos Marching Band and a parade of lighted…
Love and Art: Couple’s Level One Exhibit is a Colorful Match of Styles (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 24, 2016) Ferndale, MI – “What I love about Sanda’s work is that she makes everything flow, so it makes you look and see different things. Some people might see flowers. Someone else might see butterflies. Or maybe…
Royal Oak Tree Lighting Dec. 1 (EVENT page) Royal Oak, MI – The 35th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held Thursday, December 1 at City Hall Plaza and the Royal Oak Farmers Market. The festivities begin at 6:15 pm with caroling led by Stagecrafters, music by the Royal Oak Salvation Army Band, song sheets…
Ferndale-Based Valentine Distilling Releases First TV Commercial (Valentine Distilling, Nov. 25, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Just as its award-winning products are made in Detroit, so was Valentine Distilling Company’s first television commercial. The 30-second ad presents Valentine Vodka as the “World’s Best Vodka” to viewers. Earlier this year, on March 17, The World’s Best Spirits…
Royal Oak Historical Museum Visit With Santa Dec. 3 (EVENT page) Christmas SHOPPING THROUGH THE YEARS & A Celebration of the Christmas Tree from Victorian times through the 1960’s Sat. Dec. 3, 2016, 1 to 4 pm. Presented at the… Royal Oak Historical Museum located in the Northwood Fire Station 1411 West Webster at Crooks…
Ferndale Library Hosts Wrapping Paper and Trim Swap & Crafts Dec. 17 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI –The holidays are here again and many of us are looking to revive our holiday decorations and maybe zazz up our present wrapping, this year. Whether it be for Hanukkah or Christmas, or even the Winter Solstice, whatever you…
Good Karma Club Holiday Market and Party Dec. 7 at Loving Touch (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Good Karma Club Announces Good Karma Christmas Wednesday, Dec 7 at The Loving Touch A Holiday Market and Party to Support Non-Profits in your Local Community FERNDALE, MI – Join us for an evening of holiday cheer and…
Escaping Pavement and Loos Koozies at Ferndale Library Dec. 2 (EVENT page) FERNDALE, MI –It’s time to get loud in the Ferndale Library, again! On Fri. Dec. 2,, The Ferndale Area District Library opens their doors for an after-hours gig! First Stop Friday, the library’s bi-monthly showcase of two great local bands, is sponsored by…
Reporter Food: Holly Dogman Brat at Andy’s Place (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 25, 2016) Holly, MI – Andy’s Place located at 208 S. Broad Street in Downtown Holly, is known for their burgers and beer. But something else they have is Holly Dogman Brautwurst. I had mine served “traditional” style, with sauerkraut, sautéed onion on pretzel…
As Dickens Festival Approaches, Things to Know about the Author (Crystal A. Proxmire, orig. Nov. 7, 2016) Holly, MI – Did you know that in all his life, Charles Dickens never missed a deadline except once? That he had an unusual fondness for prostitutes? Or that his family pet helped launch the career of a…
Downtown Ferndale Full of Deals for Small Business Saturday Nov. 26 (EVENT page) FERNDALE, MI – The movement to support local communities by shopping local has taken hold across the country, but few places are more committed to this effort than here in Oakland County. Downtown Ferndale is responding to this support by offering shoppers…
15 Delightful Things at The Vintage Farm House in Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, orig. Nov. 10, 2016) Holly, MI – Historic Downtown Holly is full of curious and delightful antique shops, resale shops, artist markets, and place for furniture and home décor. The Vintage Farm House at 310 S. Broadway is the newest addition to…
515 Things to Love at Candle Wick Shop in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 10, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The Candle Wick Shop in Ferndale has been a longtime sponsor of the Oakland County 115 News and we’re happy to bring you 15 things to love from their store. Since moving to the ground level…
15 Things we Love at the Rust Belt Market (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 15, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The Rust Belt Market is home to dozens of artisan vendors with a variety of locally made gifts and products for the home. This weekend oc115 decided to check out the market and share some of our…
15 Things to Love at Modern Natural Baby (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 14, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Modern Natural Baby is a locally-owned store for parents that specializes in products that are high quality, environmentally-friendly, and made from natural materials as often as possible. They are also extra cool because they are an advertiser on…
Birmingham Winter “Markt” December 2 – 4 (EVENT page) BIRMINGHAM, MI – Birmingham’s Shain Park will come alive during the seventh annual Birmingham Winter Markt event. The European-style outdoor market will take place on Friday, December 2 from 3 – 9 p.m., Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday, December 4…
Jewish Ferndale Hosting Menorah Lighting Dec. 26 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Jewish Ferndale will once again be having its annual Public Chanukah Menorah lighting Celebration on Monday December 26, 2016 at 6 pm. The event will take place of the lawn of the Jewish Ferndale Building, 1725 Pinecrest Dr, Ferndale. Featured will be…
Coloring for Adults at Ferndale Library Dec. 6 (EVENT page) FERNDALE, MI – One of the Ferndale Library’s most popular programs is its seasonal Coloring For Adults drop-in events. On Dec. 6 adults ages 18+ are welcome to join us for calming, creativity-boosting coloring activities in our community room. We’ll have coloring pages, colored pencils,…
Author E. Lockhart Visits Birmingham Dec. 7 (EVENT page) BIRMINGHAM, MI– Hear bestselling young adult author E. Lockhart speak at The Community House on Wednesday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. E. Lockhart, the pen name of Emily Jenkins, is the author of popular books for children and teens, including We Were Liars, The Disreputable History…