Events in Oakland County
Here are upcoming events in Oakland County. Email event information to editor@oc115.com for consideration.
Share Your Nonprofit or Community Group’s Story!
Oakland County Times is inviting readers to submit guest stories featuring a charity or community group that is meaningful to them. You can be a volunteer, a staffer, administration, someone who uses services, or even just someone who supports the group’s efforts.
Oakland County Extends Free Rabies Vaccine w/Dog License Purchase through May 31
Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center has extended its offer of a free rabies vaccine with the purchase of a dog license Tuesday mornings through the end of May.
Oak Park Woman Dead After Being Struck by Two Vehicles
The Oak Park Detective Bureau actively investigating this incident.
VIDEO: County Commissioner Cavell Discusses New Housing Security Efforts
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted two resolutions at Wednesday night’s meeting that are aimed at increasing housing security in Oakland County.
April 23 – Oakland County Earth Day Climate March, Rally & Fair in Royal Oak
Many environmental and conservation groups will have tables at the fair.
“Young Voices” Come Together for Student Art Show in Ferndale
The exhibit featured over 40 student artists from Ferndale High School, University High School and CASA which includes kids from multiple area school districts.
Reporter Food: The Fly Trap in Downtown Ferndale
The Fly Trap is located at 22950 Woodward Avenue in Downtown Ferndale, and is open for breakfast and lunch, closing at 3pm.
Attorney General Nessel Shares Tips to Avoid Puppy Scams
“While we saw a spike in pet adoptions and purchases at the beginning of the pandemic, the possibility of bad actors looking to scam pet lovers remains a concern at all times,” Nessel said
HUD Announces Grant Opportunity to Combat Housing Discrimination
In addition to enforcement and education and outreach activities, the funding can be used to respond to housing inquiries, conduct fair housing testing, provide legal assistance, and cover costs associated with providing services related to the pandemic.
Oakland County Offering Free Rabies Vaccine with Dog License Purchase
“We don’t want the cost of the rabies vaccine to be a barrier for anyone getting a dog license, especially as spring approaches and we’re spending more time outdoors with our pets.”
April 6 – Groundbreaking for New Ferndale Lower Elementary
The GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY for the new Ferndale Lower Elementary is on Wednesday April 6 at 3:30pm.
April 5 – Business Forward Open House Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, & Royal Oak Township
The goal is to give every businesses owner all the tools and resources they need to succeed with a special focus on underserved communities and minority-, woman-, and veteran-owned businesses.
April 5 – Ferndale Schools to Interview Superintendent Search Firms
At this meeting the Board of Education will interview firms to assist in the search for our next superintendent.
Ferndale Superintendent Dr. Bazzi Accepts West Bloomfield Superintendent Position
During Dr. Bazzi’s tenure as Superintendent, Ferndale Schools has become a nationally recognized school district for the collective work she has led in concert with our community and Board of Education.
Oak Park Gets Grant Funding for Police Body Cams
The City of Oak Park will receive $560,000 in federal funding for body worn/in-car cameras through funds Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence earmarked as part of the 2022 appropriations bill.
Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage Goes Social to Spread Word About Archives
Their work not only involves safeguarding the historical records of the Michigan Jewish community, but also continued community engagement and education through their popular Facebook, YouTube and Tiktok pages.
Optimism Fills Coulter’s State of the County Address
In a room full of folks from around Oakland County and from both sides of the aisle, County Executive Dave Coulter gave his annual State of the County Address at M-1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Details to Know and Scams to Avoid as Auto Insurance Refund Checks Hit the Mail
The refund checks will be automatically deposited into your bank account or mailed to your home.
Berkley Schools Millage on the May 3 Ballot
This proposal will allow the school district to continue to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its revenue per pupil foundation allowance and renews millage that will expire with the 2022 tax levy.