Dec. 4 – Lathrup Village Tree Lighting
This year Santa will be on hand for a safe, socially-distanced visit. Free giveaways and hot beverages too.
Dec. 1 – Farmington Hills Holiday Lights Ceremony
“The lights and candle represent our commitment to peace and unity here in Farmington Hills,” said Mayor Vicki Barnett.
Nov. 28 – Milford Twinkle Tour
In lieu of the parade this year, a Twinkle Tour will take place throughout the Huron Valley School District.
Nov. 27-Dec. 4 – Kibbles and Bids Online Auction for Paws for Life Rescue
The Kibbles & Bids virtual silent auction includes a variety for everyone: travel excursions, jewelry, sports memorabilia, home and kitchen essentials, beauty products, dog and cat toy baskets, kids’ stuff and more.
CANCELLED – Hazel Park Annual Tree Lighting
This event has been CANCELLED
CANCELLED – Downtown Rochester Festival of Trees Cocktail Preview
This event has been CANCELLED
Nov. 20 – Oakland University Virtual Research Expo 2020
Project topics will include:
Bioengineering
Cybersecurity and Data Analytics
Connectivity and Autonomous Systems
Advanced Manufacturing
Power and Energy
Nov. 18 – Protect Trees from Oak Wilt Virtual Presentation
CISMA hosts and co-hosts events to increase public awareness about invasive species and how to best manage and prevent them.
CANCELLED – Drive By Parade for Seniors in White Lake’s Independence Village
This event has been CANCELLED
Nov. 17 – Healthy Trees in the Home Landscape Virtual Presentation
This class lists good and bad trees, why you should choose one tree over another. It also explains micro-climate environmental conditions. Finally, it will discuss oak wilt, a devastating disease to oak trees.
Nov. 16 – Racism: Public Health Crisis Webinar
The free event, sponsored by Women Confronting Racism, will explore the intersection of race, racism, and health disparities in the state of Michigan.
Nov. 16 – History of Glen Oaks Virtual Presentation
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Historian Carol Egbo will discuss the graceful 1925 English-style stone clubhouse which is designated as one of Michigan’s Historical Buildings.
Several Appointed to Governor’s Black Leadership Advisory Council
Governor Gretchen Whitmer made appointments to the Black Leadership Advisory Council
Reporter Food: J’s Penalty Box in Downtown Ferndale
Featured under their specialty pizza section, this pie was topped with sliced Koegel’s hot dogs, block chili, white onion, yellow mustard, and mozzarella cheese on very tasty pizza dough.
47th Dist. Judge Marla Parker Earns Domestic Violence Prevention Award
“Judge Parker is dedicated to keeping survivors safe in every single domestic violence case that appears in her courtroom”
Reporter Food: Chicken Shack (Various Locations)
Of course they are known for the amazing broasted chicken they’ve been serving up since 1956.
On “the dot” – Ferndale’s New Mixed Use Parking Deck to Open Soon
The dot is almost done.
State Rolls Out COVID-19 Exposure Alert App Statewide
“This app has the potential to provide the kind of early exposure notification that is critical to preventing the spread of the virus,”
Troy Temporarily Closes One Fire Station Due to COVID-Positive Firefighters
All members of the affected station, approximately 30 firefighters, are currently under quarantine out of caution.
Explore: The Detroit Zoo
With beautiful autumn weather and social distancing requirements limiting attendance, it’s a great time to visit the Detroit Zoo