Children’s activities
• Kids Komotion Concert: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Aug. 20 at Marshbank Park, 2805 Hiller Road, West Bloomfield Twp. Interactive children’s entertainment, free inflatables and special costumed characters. The Optimist Club of West Bloomfield will be on-site selling snacks and refreshments, with all proceeds supporting programs for children in our community. wbparks.org/series/kids-komotion-concerts
• Sing. Play. Speak: 10-10:45 a.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 12, 19. Interactive classes for young children encourage movement, language, social skills, and activities that support speech. Free and recommended for ages birth through 5 years of age. Festival Park, Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills.
• Bugs on Wheels: 10 a.m.-noon, Thursdays, Aug. 13, 27. Educational session featuring live insects and fascinating facts about them, Free. Festival Park, Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills.
Bugs on Wheels takes place Aug. 13 and 17. Photo courtesy of the Village of Rochester Hills
Community activities
• 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, Oakland County Circuit Court, at the courtyard, inclusive activities and adaptive sports demonstrations, yard games for all ages and abilities, food trucks, meet-and-greet tables with local organizations that support individuals with disabilities. Open to the public. OaklandCountyParks.com.
• Oakland Uncorked: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, A Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce event with entertainment, unlimited samples of wine, beer, and gourmet bites from around Oakland County, M1 Concourse Event Center, 1 Motorsport Drive, Pontiac. $75/person. Registration, cca.waterfordchamber.org
• Waterford Area Chamber’s Annual Women Rock!: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. A celebration luncheon of friendship, and professional growth. Connect with fellow business leaders, colleagues, and friends. Chamber and nonchamber members register at cca.waterfordchamber.org. $75/person or $550/table of 8.
• Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, local residents can apply for a CPL, marriage license, to become a Notary Public, Veterans can get a free ID card, get copies of birth, death and marriage certificates, and other services will be available, Edna Burton Senior Center, 345 Ball Street, Ortonville. clerk@oakgov.com.
• Harmony in the Hills Concert Series: Duo Clarion, 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 620 Romeo Street, Rochester. Free admission. Donations appreciated. stpaulsrochester.org.
• Free Mall: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29. Free, gently used clothing for men, women and children. Upon arrival, each person will be given a large bag to hold their items. Calvary Chapel of Oakland County, 1975 East Long Lake Road, Troy.
• Family Appreciation Day: 12-4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21. Celebrating families while connecting them with available resources and services. Free activities, community resources, health screenings, entertainment, children’s activities and giveaways (while supplies last), 888 Enterprise Drive, Pontiac. Free admission. ecommunityoutreach.org
• National Night Out: 6-8 p.m. Aug. 11. A community event to connect with the Auburn Hills Police and Fire Departments. Live music, rock climbing wall, dunk tank, Jaws of Life demonstration, hot dogs, treats and ice cream truck. Outside the Community Center, 1827 N. Squirrel Road, Auburn Hills, free. auburnhills.org
• Document Shredding Days: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21. Recycling trucks will be on-site for free document shredding. Limited to four boxes of paper and no sorting on site. Arrive early as there will be a line, but it moves quickly. Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Vibe Credit Union will be collecting non-perishable food items for local families during the event. www.oakgov.com/community
Woodward Dream Cruise
The official Woodward Dream Cruise takes place on the third Saturday in August. The 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise is from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, August 15. The route is a 16-mile radius involving nine suburban communities that include Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, Ferndale, Huntington Woods, Royal Oak, Pleasant Ridge and Pontiac of Oakland County. Municipal parking locations include the City of Birmingham, City of Ferndale, City of Pontiac and the City of Royal Oak. Events will be ongoing at each location throughout the day including live entertainment, food and kids activities. https://www.woodwarddreamcruise.com/visitor-guide/events-route-map/
Smart Bus
SMART Bus will shuttle for free anywhere along the Woodward route from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15. You can board the shuttle at any RED SMART or FAST bus stop along Woodward Avenue. smartbus.org
City of Berkley
Cruisefest Classic Car Parade: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, West 12 Mile Road, between Coolidge and Greenfield Road. 7:30-11 p.m. Street concert, movie, and other activities on West 12 Mile Road, downtown Berkley. https://www.woodwarddreamcruise.com/visitor-guide/events-route-map/
City of Birmingham
Birmingham Cruise Event: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, South Old Woodward from Maple to Lincoln, South Old Woodward will be closed to vehicle traffic from Maple Road to Lincoln Street to prepare for, and during the event. The event will feature nearly 200 classic cars of all makes and models, and a limited number of exotic cars, interactive sponsor displays, retail and food vendors, and an all day Official Woodward Dream Cruise merchandise tent. downtownbirmingham.com
City of Ferndale
Ferndale Dream Cruise: 9 Mile Road at Woodward, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14-15. All day activities both days include a Kids Play Zone, food, live entertainment, merchant vendors and a Woodward Dream Cruise merchandise tent. Friday, Aug. 14, the Ferndale Emergency Vehicle Show takes place from 1-7 p.m., Curry Motorsports, classic and Muscle Cars from 1-8 p.m., the Official Woodward Dream Cruise ribbon cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. followed by the Lights and Sirens Cruise Parade at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15 additional events include Mustang Alley and Bronco Corral from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. FerndaleDreamCruise.com
City of Royal Oak
Car Show in the Park: noon-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14 and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, Memorial Park. Official merchandise tent, classic car show, vendors, and a food court, all day each day. royaloakrec.com
Clean Cruise 2026: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. EV Showcase to get your questions answered by EV owners, charging specialists, dealerships and industry experts. Learn about charging at home and on the road, battery technology, vehicle range, incentives, maintenance, and cost of ownership. Followed by an all-electric Cruise up and down the Woodward corridor, Memorial Park, Royal Oak. michiganeva.org/clean-cruise
Bloomfield Hills
Dream Cruising at The Kingsley: 10 a.m. Friday, August 14, 39475 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills. Live music, entertainment, mechanical bull and best in show award, kids activities with face painting, rock wall, balloon animals and ice cream. Ticket prices vary and are required. eventbrite.com
City of Pontiac
Roadkill Nights: Back on Woodward: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. August 8. Woodward Avenue/M1 Concourse in Pontiac. Street-legal drag racing, drift rides, grudge races, vendors, food trucks, live music and entertainment. Tickets mtg.ticketspice.com/
Festivals/Shows
• Garrett Boys: 6:30 p.m. Aug. 12, 20 Front Street, will be held at the Children’s Park, 201 S. Broadway, Lake Orion. Free for all ages. 20frontstreet.com
• Armenia Fest: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak Farmers Market. Armenian bakers and chefs, music, dance, artisan vendors, cultural exhibits, children activities, silent auction and the Great Choreg Bake-Off. Admission is free and lawn chairs are encouraged. facebook.com/
• Northville Art House Art Market: 3-8 p.m. Aug. 14, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 15 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 16, center and main streets of downtown Northville. Interactive art activity tent, food vendors, family friendly activities and hands-on art experiences. northvillearthouse.org/artmarket/
• Pride in Pontiac 2026: Co-produced by Broken Arrow Entertainment and Unorthodox Dragat. Pontiac’s first full LGBTQ+ Pride celebration featuring Live drag performances, Live music and DJ sets throughout the day, Community organizations and resources on site, VIP lounge, complimentary drink ticket, and meet & greet access (presale only), Noon-9 p.m. free wristband entry, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. ticketed 21 and over only, Friday, Aug. 14. The Crofoot, 1 South Saginaw Street, Pontiac. Purchase VIP tickets. Pontiac. eventbrite.com/
Parks/Outdoor activities
• Tuesdays in the Park: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 18, Inflatable with jumping, climbing & sliding, Clara Miller Park, 2500 Benstein Road, Wolverine Lake.
• Free Transportation Program: Library cardholders who are at least 18 years of age and reside in Oakland, Macomb or Wayne County qualify for free round-trip transportation (with a plus one) to cultural destinations, parks and recreation areas through Sept. 30. Venues include the DIA, any of the tri-county Metroparks, Sea Life Michigan Aquarium, the Detroit Historical Museum, the Anton Art Center, Turtle Cove Aquatic Center, Michigan Flight Museum, the Holocaust Memorial Center, Legoland Discovery Center and more. Transportation must be booked at least seven days in advance. A partnership launched between the Michigan Activity Pass, Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency and The Library Network. Call 313-388-9799 and visit miactivitypass.org/transportation for more information.
• Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights is now open, weather permitting. Purchase advance tickets at oakgov.com/community, ticket prices vary. Waterford Oaks Wave Pool remains closed.
• Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers free admission. General park entry fees and vehicle permits have been eliminated for all parks operated by Oakland County Parks, oakgov.com/community
• Huron-Clinton Metroparks in Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne, metroparks.com. Park entrance fees apply. Annual vehicle passes are $40 for residents or $45 for non-residents. Senior citizen pricing on annual passes are available in-person at toll booths or park offices with ID as proof of age.
• Fairytale Garden Workshop: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18, Waterford Oaks Event Center, 280 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford Twp. Hands-on gardening experience for both children (ages 6 and up recommended) and adults. Learn the basics of container gardening and miniature gardening, including plant care, soil selection, and design. Registration closes Aug. 14 or when full. events.anr.msu.edu/event
• Stream Science: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 20. Hands-on activity kits available on a first come, first served basis and include nets, magnifying glasses, bug boxes and more. Staff will be onsite near the creek with available supplies. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills. No registration required. Rochesterhills.org/museum
• Wolverine Lake Catch and Release Fishing Contest: 6-11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Categories are adults (18 and over) and children, age groups 1-7 years old; 8-12 years old and 13-17 years old. A fishing license is required for anyone over 16 years of age. You must be a registered contestant to be eligible for awards and certificates and awards will be presented at the Village Festival on Sept. 12. Weigh in from 8-11:30 a.m. at the DNR launch site behind the Village Offices. Tournament staff identified by yellow flags. For contest rules, parking information and $5 entry form visit wolverinelake.com For questions call 248.624.1710.
• CarnEvil 2: Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 18-Nov. 1. A one-mile forest trail featuring CarnEvil themed interactive experiences throughout the trail. The trail becomes a carnival midway with family-friendly games and activities for all ages, light and sound displays featuring projection mapping, glowing art installations, LED displays, food trucks, seasonal drinks, and additional surprises. Glenlore Trails, 3860 Newton Road, Commerce Twp. Special activities take place on select nights. Check the schedule and purchase tickets at Glenloretrails.com.
Veteran Events
• Gold Star Mother’s V-J Day Service: Noon Sunday, Aug. 9, Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion and Gold Star Mothers will walk down a boulevard featuring American flags to the historic WWII Four Freedoms Memorial and place wreaths at the foot of the memorial honoring all branches of the military. The public is invited, White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery, 621 W. Long Lake Road, Troy. whitechapelcemetery.com. 248.362.7670.
• Veterans Resource Fair: 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 28, representatives will be onsite to serve all veterans, active duty, guard and reserves, and their families, Oakland County Executive Office Building, conference rooms East and West, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Registration required and for a listing of resources available, tinyurl.com/5bvpcae3. Free.
Back to School events
• Back to School Bash: Noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22. Free for all children, hot dogs, snow cones, popcorn, bounce houses, water slides and yard games. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Lakes Area Youth Assistance is accepting donations of Ziploc bags, Kleenex, Clorox wipes and socks during the event. New location – Clara Miller Park, 2550 Benstein Road, Wolverine Lake.
• Back to School Movie Night – Zootopia 2 (The Movie): 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21. The event begins with the classic silent short Felix in Hollywood with live accompaniment by pianist Lulu Chen. Free school supplies will be provided, Flagstar Strand Theatre for the Performing Arts, Pontiac. Tickets ticketmaster.com
Fundraisers
• OLHSA Golf Fore Change 2026: 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 28. Westwynd Golf Course, 4161 Adams Road, Oakland Twp. Hosted by OLHSA to raise funds for OLHSA’s essential emergency support programs helping local families in times of crisis. The event includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, 18 holes with golf cart, and contests and raffles at the event. The cost of the event is $600 per foursome or $150 per person. To register or sign up as sponsor, olhsa.org/fore. Sponsorship pledges must be turned in by Aug. 7.
• Kiwanis Club of Pontiac Lace Up for Literacy: 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22. 5K walk or run to support reading and education. Oakland Schools Conference Center, 2111 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Tickets, adults $33.85, children $17 or register a team of 5 or more, $108.55. www.eventbrite.com
• Tails and Trails 5K: 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 16. Run or walk with your dog or cat to raise funds for Great Lakes Dog Rescue and Teacher’s Pet. (Pets are optional, must have a current licence and be kept on a 6-foot leash). The race begins with the Cat Walk 1K at 10 a.m. (includes a goodie bag and medal), the 5K race will begin a half hour later (includes a T-shirt and medal). Cost is $15/1K and $25/5K, Independence Oaks, 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston. Register online runsignup.com/Race/MI/Clarkston/OCTailsTrails5K
Blood drives
• The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood donors as scheduled donations have dropped sharply in recent weeks. The Red Cross urges donors to book an appointment in the coming weeks by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
• Community Day Blood Drive: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 20, 3838 Livernois, Troy. The Troy Chamber of Commerce and Versiti Blood Center of Michigan blood drive. Registration cca.troychamber.com
• The City of Lathrup Village is holding a community blood drive from 1-5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, 27400 Southfield Road, Southfield. Appointments preferred, call 866-642-5663 or visit versiti.org/mi.com. Walk-ins are welcome, as schedule allows.
Library events
• Afternoon Book Club: 12:30-2 p.m. second Tuesday of each month. The Tuesday, Aug. 11 club meeting will feature “And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini. Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. www.berkleymi.gov./library. 248-658-3440.
• Free Transportation Program: Library cardholders who are at least 18 years of age and reside in Oakland, Macomb or Wayne County qualify for free round-trip transportation (with a plus one) to cultural destinations, parks and recreation areas through Sept. 30. Venues include the DIA, any of the tri-county Metroparks, Sea Life Michigan Aquarium, the Detroit Historical Museum, the Anton Art Center, Turtle Cove Aquatic Center, Michigan Flight Museum, the Holocaust Memorial Center, Legoland Discovery Center and more. Transportation must be booked at least seven days in advance. A partnership launched between the Michigan Activity Pass, Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency and The Library Network. Call 313-388-9799 and visit miactivitypass.org/transportation for more information.
• Summer Concert Series – Queens of the Song Age: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19. Free for all ages, live music and poetry dedicated to women in music. Ferndale Library, 222 E. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale. fadl.org/
• Book Sale: Sept 9-12, White Lake Township Library, 11005 Elizabeth Lake Road, White Lake. Wednesday, Sept 9 is a presale for members and memberships are available at the door. friends@whitelakelibrary.org.
• Treasures in the Trunk Sale: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, $20 per parking space, White Lake Township Library, 11005 Elizabeth Lake Road, White Lake. friends@whitelakelibrary.org. Call to reserve your spot at 248.842.5711.
• LWVOA presents – What a primary, and now comes November: 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24. David Dulio, Ph.D., Professor of Political Science, Chief Community Engagement Officer, and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University will share insights on the post-primary and upcoming general elections. Bloomfield Twp. Public Library, 1099 Pine Road, Bloomfield Twp. WVOAMi@gmail.com
Health activities
• Kids Healthy Hikes: 10 a.m. Aug. 12. Health talks followed by a short hike through the trails at Innovation Hills, 2800 West Hamlin Road, Rochester Hills. The event is free, registration required, eventbrite.com/e/kids-healthy-hikes-tickets. Parking is free with Rochester Hills Park Pass. Free parking is also available across Hamlin Road for those without a park pass.
• Forest Therapy Series: Dusk to Dark Forest is 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28. Forest therapy is a slow restorative walk in a natural setting that follows a standard sequence of elements. Nurture your well-being as you experience the physical and mental health benefits of forest bathing, Oak Park Woods. To register, visit OaklandCountyParks.com.
• Yoga in The Park and Sound Healing: Yoga is 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 26. Sound Healing is 10:45 a.m. following Yoga on Aug. 12, Brandon Twp. Community Park, 1414 N. Hadley Road, Ortonville. Held in the Tree Library along the paved walking path near the gazebo. Yoga is $12 per class and Sound Healing is $20 per class. Must preregister online prior to class start time. No on-site registration: brandonrec.recdesk.com
• Caring for someone with dementia: 6:30 p.m, Monday, Aug. 18. Learn about the various types and gain practical tips for approaching the challenges of caring for someone with dementia. Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register at berkleymi.gov./library. 248-658-3440.
• Family Caregiver Support Group: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Aug. 20, 27, Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24. A place to connect, share experiences and help one another through the stresses of caregiving, JFS, 6800 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Register at familycaregiversupport@jfsdetroit.org.
Farmers markets
• Moonlight Market: 4:30-9 p.m. Oct. 9. Vendors, food options, inflatables and yard games. Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Free. oakgov.com/community
• The Birmingham Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 25 at Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue in downtown Birmingham. Parking is free on Sundays in public garages and at metered spaces, downtownbirmingham.com
• Howell’s Sunday Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, through October in downtown Howell. Produce, baked goods, plants, crafts. facebook.com/howell
• Clarkston Area Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 10 in the front parking lot at the Clarkston Community Education Center, 6558 Waldon Road, Clarkston, clarkstonareafarmersmarket@gmail.com, clarkstonareafarmersmarket.com.
• Clawson Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 15, at the intersection of 14 Mile & Main Street, downtown Clawson. cityofclawson.com.
• Farmington Farmers and Artisans Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, through Nov. 7, at Walter E. Sundquist Pavilion, 33113 Grand River Ave., at Grove St., farmingtonfarmersmarket.com.
• Fenton Farmers Market: 5-8 p.m. Thursdays, through Sept. 17, in front of the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, 150 S. Leroy St., Fenton, facebook.com/fentonmarket, slpr.net, pets are not allowed in market space.
• Spicer Orchards: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, at 10411 Clyde, Fenton, 810-632-7692, spicerorchards.com.
• Highland Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 3, at Highland Township Complex, 205 N. John St., Highland, facebook.com/Highland, highlandfarmmarket.com.
• Holly Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 25, at Crapo Park, downtown Holly, hollyfarmersmarket.weebly.com, facebook.com
• Fogler’s Greenhouse & Farm Market: Open daily, seasonally from spring to late fall, 559 S. Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, and 3979 Rochester Road, Rochester, foglersgreenhouse.com, 248-652-3614.
• Milford Farmers’ Market: 3-7 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 8, at East Liberty Street between S. Main St. and Union St., in downtown Milford, fresh produce in season, live music, family activities, milfordfarmersmarket.org.
• Northville Farmers’ Market: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 29 at 550 W Seven Mile Road, Northville, 248-349-7640, northville.org/farmers-market-vendors.
• Oakland County Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, through December. The market is open year-round on Saturdays, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford Twp., email OCmarket@oakgov.com, 248-858-5495, www.facebook.com/OaklandCountyFarmersMarket.
• Oak Park Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays, through Nov. 19, next to Oak Park City Hall. 248-691-7555, oakparkmi.gov, www.facebook.com/opfarmersmarket.
• Ortonville Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, through Sept. 26, downtown Ortonville, Market Info Booth, 476 Mill St., facebook.com/ortonvillefarmersmarket.
• Davis Family Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 10, at Seymour Lake Township Park, 2795 Seymour Lake Road, Oxford, oxparkrec.org.
• Downtown Oxford Open Air Summer Market: 4-7 p.m. Aug. 13, at Washington Square, Oxford. (Also, Summer Concert series is 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 13, downtownoxford.info/events.
• Harvest Time Farm Market: Open daily, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, at 1125 S Lapeer Road, Oxford, facebook.com/harvesttimefarmmarket, harvesttimeoxford.com. Retailer offering fresh produce and locally sourced goods.
• Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 31. The market will be moving back to its original location at the corner of E. Third and Water St., just one block east of Main Street, downtown Rochester. downtownrochestermi.com/farmers-market.
• Royal Oak Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, year-round, and limited market is open 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays, through November, 316 E. 11 Mile, Royal Oak, 248-246-3276, romi.gov/farmersmarket. Antiques and Collectibles show is 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays.
• South Lyon Farmers and Artisans Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, through October, at the parking lots at Liberty and Lafayette, downtown South Lyon, 248-388-7404, facebook.com/SouthLyonFarmersandArtisansMarket.
• Midweek Markets & Music: Troy Farmers Market to be held, 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays through Sept. 30, and Summer Concerts are 7–8:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 26, at Jeanne M. Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center Drive, Troy, troymi.gov/farmersmarket, facebook.com/TroyFarmMkt, visit the farmers market, then set up lawn chairs and blankets for free concerts from 7–8:30 p.m. at the Troy Community Foundation Performing Arts Stage.
• Walled Lake Market Place: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays, through October, at 1499 E. West Maple, Walled Lake, 248-624-4847, walledlake.us, facebook.com/WalledLakeMarketPlace.
• Wolverine Lake Farmers Market: 4-8 p.m. Tuesdays, through Oct. 13, Clara Miller Park, 2500 Benstein Road. Wolverine Lake. Vendor spot available. facebook.com
Note: Events are subject to change; check with venue websites for updates. To submit an event, visit www.theoaklandpress.com/events and allow two weeks’ notice for scheduled events.
Support resources
• For access to local community services, dial 211 (844-875-9211) or text zip code to 898211, for information and referrals to physical and mental health resources; housing, utility, food, and employment assistance; and suicide and crisis interventions, United Way, https://unitedwaysem.org/get-help.
• The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7 confidential support for people who are suicidal or in emotional distress, or who know someone who is. Calls and text messages to 988 route to a 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call center, www.fcc.gov/988Lifeline.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline, 800-799-7233, available 24/7.
• Common Ground’s Resource & Crisis Helpline is available 24/7 – call or text 800-231-1127.