Panel Shares Insights on Racism and Public Health
The panelists said there are many ways people can confront the crisis.
County Launches “The Only Way To Beat It Is To Face It” Campaign
“The Only Way To Beat It Is To Face It” is funded by a federal CARES Act grant.
Dec. 19 – Berkley’s Virtual Story Time with Santa
Santa will virtually come to Berkley on December 19 from 12 – 1 pm to read various holiday stories to children via Zoom.
Dec. 15 – Economic Development and Innovation Summit (Virtual)
We will have speakers from SEMCOG, The Michigan Municipal League, Automation Alley, Accenture Detroit Innovation Hub, The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and representatives from Oakland and Wayne County.
Common Ground Working with MDHHS on Crisis Line Pilot Program
“These pilot sites provide geographic and demographic diversity with unique needs that will ultimately help MDHHS scale MiCAL to the entire state.”
Oakland County Launches Equity Council
“We look to the council to create a culture for our employees that respects diversity and creates policies that promote equity and inclusion internally and in the critical services we provide to the public.
Downtown Berkley MerriMonth Deals and Activities
The Berkley Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is excited to announce its annual MerriMonth event celebrations will continue this holiday season.
Quarantine Time Reduced from Two Weeks to Ten Days in Some Situations
Public Health may now reduce the length of quarantine if specific conditions are met.
Oakland County Announces Funding to Help Restaurants Recover
The $10 million Oakland Together Restaurant Relief Program will use $7 million of Oakland County’s federal CARES Act allocation and $3 million from the county’s general fund to help restaurants hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic and a reduction in business.
Pure Michigan Small Business Grant Applications Open Dec. 15
Grants will be awarded in the amount of up to $15,000 per eligible business on a “first-in” basis.
Dec. 12 – Story Time with Santa (Free and Virtual)
Join us live on Zoom where Santa will be reading some of his favorite Christmas stories!
Dec. 12 – Berkley Joyful Music Virtual Concert
This concert can be viewed on both Facebook and the local Berkley TV channel.
Dec. 10-11 – Merry and Bright Shopping Nights in Downtown Berkley
On December 10 and 11, make sure to stop by Downtown Berkley for some last minute holiday shopping.
Dec. 9- Berkley Library Zoom Cooking: Shortbread w/Sprinkles
Join us on Zoom to learn how to make shortbread with sprinkles. Participants will receive the recipe in advance and will need to provide their own ingredients.
Dec. 5 – Berkley’s Drive-By Santa Parade
The Drive-By Parade begins at 3:00 PM and will go until 7:30 PM
Dec. 5 – OLHSA Trivia Night
On Sat Dec. 5 at 7pm kick back and join Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency for a fun night of trivia.
Dec. 3 – Berkley Library Presentation About Benefits of Local Meats
During this program, we’ll talk about the differences between animals raised on pasture and animals raised in Confined Animal Feeding Operations and why it’s worth choosing the former.
Dec. 2 – An Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
This introduction to meditation, hosted by the Berkley Library, tries to open up a world of the present moment, the most important time of our lives.
Dec. 11 – Reduced Fee for Animal Adoptions through Oakland County
Prospective pet owners should call 248-858-1070 to schedule an appointment.
Pizza Choices in Oakland County
Here’s a list of our Reporter Food columns featuring some of Oakland County’s best pizza.