Reporter Food: Lunch at Mojave Cantina (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 28, 2016) Clawson, MI – Finding places where I feel comfortable writing that also have great food and good internet can sometimes be a challenge. But thankfully I’ve discovered a place in Clawson that is a delicious writing spot: Mojave Cantina. When my internet was…
Royal Oak Chamber Euchre Tournament Oct. 14 (EVENT page) Royal Oak, MI – SAVE THE DATE! Friday, October 14 @ 6p. The Ambassador Committee Euchre Tournament at Mirepoix Cooking School (at Holiday Market, 1203 S. Main St) $ 20.00 per person. All proceeds to benefit the Royal Oak Chamber Scholarship Fund. First, Second &…
Bloomfield Twp. Library Hosting Dahl Read a Thon and Sweet Fundraiser Oct. 8 (EVENT page) Bloomfield Township, MI – “Bloomfield Township Reads: Fall for Dahl” on Saturday, October 8, 2016 is a read-a-thon and fundraising party at Bloomfield Township Public Library. Coinciding with the 100th birthday of children’s author, the late Roald Dahl, the Library’s…
MML #5 – Michigan Municipal League CEO Reflects on Year of Successes and Challenges (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 27, 2016) Mackinac Island, MI – A Michigan Municipal League convention would not be complete without an update about the organization itself. MML Executive Director and CEO Dan Gilmartin addressed over 500 representatives from cities, townships and…
3rd Annual Football Showdown at New Way Bar Oct. 2 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Come to New Way Bar before the Lions Game Sunday. Party starts at 10 am, AwesomeR performs at High Noon. New Way Bar – 23130 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI More info: https://www.facebook.com/NEW-WAY-BAR-200181863125/?fref=ts ****** For more event listings go to https://oaklandcounty115.com/events/…
Birds of Prey Presentation in Pleasant Ridge Oct. 10 (adults only) (EVENT page) Pleasant Ridge, MI – “Birds of Prey” A presentation to better understand the behavior, habitat, and importance of birds of prey. October 10, 2016 Presentation at 7 pm Free to PRGC members. Cost of $5 for guests. RSVP: LuAnn Linker at wbu100@gmail.com…
Ferndale Seniors Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Oct. 18 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale Seniors Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Tuesday, Oct. 18 5-7pm at Ferndale Recreation 1201 Livernois, Ferndale, MI 48220 Fee for 13 up to 54 years old: $10.00 Fee for 4 up to 12 years old: $5.00 Fee for 55 or more years old: $7.00 …
Daily Dinette to Close, Pop’s for Italian Expanding (Kramer Restaurant Group, Sept. 26, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Fans of fresh homemade pasta, Neapolitan pizza and world-class wine can expect more than ever when Pop’s for Italian begins an expansion of its Italian restaurant this Fall. Owner Brian Kramer and his staff are working to accommodate…
League of Women Voters Forum on Regional Transit Proposal Oct. 1 (EVENT page) Bloomfield Hills, MI – The League of Women Voters Oakland Area is hosting an informational presentation and Question and Answer Session on the Regional Transit proposal that will be on the Nov. 8 ballot. Saturday, October 1, 2016 10 AM Bloomfield Township…
Birmingham School Board Candidates Forum Oct. 5 (EVENT page) Beverly Hills, MI – The League of Women Voters Oakland Area is hosting a candidate forum on: Wednesday, October 5, 2016 7 PM Birmingham Public Schools Administration Office (adjacent to Groves High School) 31301 Evergreen Beverly Hills, MI Birmingham School Board. 7 candidates, vote for…
Novi School Board Candidates Forum Oct. 3 (EVENT page) Novi, MI – The League of Women Voters Oakland Area is hosting a candidate forum on: Monday, October 3, 2016 7 PM Novi Community School District Administration Building 25345 Taft Rd, Novi 48374 Novi Board of Education. 4 candidates, vote for 2 for 6-year term Coordinator:…
West Bloomfield School Board Candidate Forum Sept. 29 (EVENT page) West Bloomfield, MI – The League of Women Voters Oakland Area is hosting a candidate forum on: Thursday, September 29, 2016 7 PM West Bloomfield High School 4925 Orchard Lake Road West Bloomfield, MI 48323 West Bloomfield School Board. 4 candidates, voter for 2 for…
Art Fair Shows Ferndale’s Funky Side (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 25, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Downtown Ferndale was full of art this weekend for the Funky Ferndale Art Fair. This juried art fair featured artists from all around the country, with diverse styles, techniques and types of art. Along with the professional artists on hand,…
2016 Candidate Interview Emily Mixter for OCC Trustee (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 25, 2016) Hazel Park, MI – Emily Mixter is one of over a dozen people who are running for Oakland County Community College (OCC) Trustee. There are three open seats. This voluntary position helps oversee the administration and the budgeting process of the…
2016 Candidate Interview John Randle for OCC Trustee (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 25, 2016) Farmington Hills, MI –John Randle Sr. is one of over a dozen people who are running for Oakland County Community College (OCC) Trustee. There are three open seats. This voluntary position helps oversee the administration and the budgeting process of the…
Fires and Vandalism Being Investigated at Orion Twp Churches and Busines (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 25, 2016) Orion Township, MI – Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett shared news this morning of fires and other vandalism in the community. Posting on Facebook, he said “Early this morning around 3:15 AM a person or persons intentionally started…
Berkley Library Honors Banned Books Week Sept. 25-Oct. 1 (Kathryn Bergeron, MSI, Librarian Berkley Library, Sept. 25, 2016) Berkley, MI – Gone with the Wind, The Hunger Games, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Captain Underpants: what do all these books have in common? They’ve all been banned or challenged. From September 25 to October 1…
Holly Celebrates Homecoming with Parade (video) (Richard Kinnamon, Sept. 24, 2016) Holly, MI – Friday evening’s Homecoming Parade was a great chance for the community to come together and celebrate pride in the Holly Schools. Thanks to Richard Kinnamon for sharing your video of the event.
Woods Gallery Seeking Book or Story-Themed Submissions for Upcoming Exhibit (Woods Gallery, Sept. 23, 2016) Huntington Woods, MI – Open call, No fee – Fiber art exhibit. Fall & winter, a time to curl up with a good book or time to curl up a good book… Inviting artists of all ages to interpret their…
$2,500 Ferndale Elks Raffle to Benefit Green Acres Fitness Park Oct. 15 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – A very special raffle will take place to help fund a fitness park at Green Acres Park, which is located in Hazel Park. The park will be open for anyone to use. The event costs $50 for a…