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Jan 3 – Envision Your Best Year at Ferndale Library

Events, Ferndale, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2022

Presenter Courtney Jones of Body & Mind Unbound returns for another new year-themed event, but this time it’s entirely in-person at the Ferndale Area District Library,

Dec 31 – Light Up Lathrup Village Luminary Night

Events, Events, Lathrup Village, Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2022

Let’s come together and light up Lathrup Village with Luminaries across the city. To be culturally inclusive, this event will take place on December 31, 2022, starting at 6 p.m.

Dec 29 – 42 Strong Hockey Classic to Benefit Tate Myre Foundation

Bloomfield Area Communities, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2022

The evening features Team 42 Strong versus Team Wolverine in a hockey game. Teams are comprised of former professional and college players including current University of Michigan varsity hockey player Johnny Druskinis as well as recreational players from the community.

Dec 27 – Doug Scheer’s Wacky Science Show at Orion Township Library

Events, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2022

Join professional funny man Doug Scheer as he leads the audience in zany science experiments and hilarious fun!

Dec 21 – Huntington Woods Library Showing “The Thin Man”

Events, Huntington Woods, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2022

All are welcome, whether you plan to attend the discussion or not, feel free to bring a snack. Movie starts promptly at 7 (no previews!) so come a few minutes early and get settled in.

Dec 14-24 – Holiday Market w/Special Vendors at Rust Belt Market in Ferndale

Events, Ferndale, Oak Park, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2022

In addition to our amazing 40+ shops, we’ll have special guest vendors visiting from December 14th-24th

Jim Shaffer and Associates Announces Snap It and Wrap It Contest

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2022

It’s a $2000 Detroit Foundation Stay + Play package, including 2 nights in an upper level room at the hotel, $500 cash for dining and entertainment, AND a $500 gift card to the local shop that has the most entries.

Wednesdays – Tech Help for Seniors at Orion Township Library (by Appointment)

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2022

Bring your device or use our computers and our Branch Associate Kurt can troubleshoot basic technology questions and needs.

Zekelman Holocaust Center Offering Free Admission Through End of Year

Bloomfield Area Communities, Farmington/Farmington Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 17, 2022

In addition to free admission, The HC will also offer additional tours and survivor talks December 27-30…

OC Restaurant Quest: Mia’s Tasty Grill in Madison Heights

Madison Hts., Reporter Food, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 17, 2022

The quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County continues with a hearty breakfast at a neighborhood diner named Mia’s Tasty Grill in Madison Heights.

Oakland County to Hire Transit Manager and Planners Following Voter Approval of Transportation Millage

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 16, 2022

Oakland County has created a Transit Division in its Economic Development Department laying the foundation for improving and expanding transit options throughout the county.

Coretta Houge Appointed to Southfield City Council

Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 16, 2022

Southfield City Council appointed Coretta Houge to fill the seat vacated by former Councilman Jason Hoskins effective December 14, 2022.

Kimberly Urbanowski Appointed Orion Township Treasurer

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 16, 2022

Kimberly Urbanowski was appointed to the position of Orion Township Trustee for a partial term ending in 2024.

Paul Harrington Appointed to Holly Village Council

Groveland Twp., Holly, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 16, 2022

Harrington will be sworn in at the first meeting of the new year, and is expected to serve through Nov. 2024.

Hazel Park Accepting Applications for City Council Vacancy

Hazel Park, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 16, 2022

With the election of Mike McFall to State Representative, there is a vacancy on Hazel Park City Council.

Berkley Narrows Council Choices Down to Six, Vote Expected Dec 19

Berkley, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 16, 2022

The top six were invited to speak at the Dec. 5 City Council meeting, and Council will make their decision at the Dec. 19 meeting.

How Oakland and Wayne Compare with Other Million+ Population Counties Across Country

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Civics, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 15, 2022

I thought it would be interesting to look at a number of demographic variables and see how Oakland, and Wayne, measure up against their peers.