Children’s activities
• Miniature Train Rides: noon-4 p.m. Oct. 3-4. Free train rides for kids, Starr Jaycee Park, 1321 W. 13 Mile Road, Royal Oak. Weather permitting.
• Kids Night: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, through November. Free entertainment by Fun With Sparkles, balloon animals, and face painting or tattoos, Leo’s Coney Island, 281 Broadway Street, Lake Orion. facebook.com/events/1042529484732121/1042529498065453
• Fall Fun Days: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct 3-4, Kids Club, sunflower contest, create your own scarecrow, tattoos, trick or treating, scavenger hunt, inflatables, bounce houses, corn pit, witches ring toss, arts and crafts. Coffee, cider and donuts provided by Wojo’s, Sling Shots Street Food. Wojo’s in Ortonville. Plant giveaway, Free to the public.
Community activities
• S’mores and Stars: 7:30-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23. Observe the night sky with the Oakland Astronomy Club, campfire, guided hike with owl calling and roasting marshmallows. Suitable for ages 6+. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult and all participants over 2 years old must have a paid ticket. Bloomer Park, 345 John R Road, Rochester Hills. Tickets prices are $7, eventbrite.com/e/smores-and-stars-tickets-1993854915726
• Hoot N’ Howl Hayride: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 17, Join the Bloomer Park Naturalists for a hayride to search for nocturnal animal activity, a campfire with cider and donuts, and meet a few live, nocturnal animals. Suitable for all ages, children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and all participants over 2 years old must have a paid ticket. Cost is $8. Pre-registration is required. eventbrite.com/e/hoot-n-howl-hayride-tickets-1993855040098. Participants will meet at the Stone Shelter, Bloomer Park, 345 John R Road, Rochester Hills.
• Farmington Hills Citywide Open House: noon-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Farmington Hills City Hall campus. Free, family friendly event with ice cream, hot dogs and other treats, while supplies last. Visitors can climb DPW equipment, watch fire demonstrations, tour Police headquarters, meet K-9 officers, participate in crafts and activities and star in a video with the Communications and Community engagement team. Free parking and shuttle service at Oakland Community College’s Orchard Ridge Campus, 27055 Orchard Lake Road. fhgov.com
• Mental Health Isn’t Scary!: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. A free family friendly trick or treat event and mental health resource fair, with Lillybrook Counseling Services and the Kiwanis Club of Troy. A Sensory room sponsored by The Joanne and Ted Lindsay Foundation and Autism Outreach Services is available, 667 East Big Beaver, 107, Troy. facebook.com/events/1091221657184992/
• Family Fall Fest: Saturday, Oct. 10, bounce houses, face painting, hay rides, trick or Treat trail (bring a bag), pumpkin patch, cider and donuts (while supplies last), Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center, Troy. Free.
• Harvest Festival on Livernois: noon-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, 60+ local artists, makers, vintage curators, authors, herbalists and small businesses. Live music and entertainment, The Great Pumpkin Giveaway, live performances, food vendors, coffee, baked goods, cider, and seasonal treats. Livernois Avenue between Fielding & Marshfield in Ferndale. facebook.com/events/witch-house-tattoo-ferndale/harvest-festival-on-livernois/1357784626377857/
• Haley’s Helpers Clarkston Scavenger Hunt: noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, Teams of four will adventure through downtown Clarkston, solving puzzles and clues that lead to mystery spots along the way. Compete for prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Costumes optional. Cost is $100 per team with proceeds benefiting After Talk – a program that gives students a place to unplug, connect with peers, build confidence and life skills, including camps, scholarships and youth mental health initiatives. Depot Park, 375 Depot Road, Clarkston. To register, visit Haleyshelpersfoundation.org/scavenger-hunt
• Dixie Byway Car Show and Cruise: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 10. Live music, food trucks, vendors, and prizes, Mt. Holly Ski and Snowboard Resort, 13536 Dixie Hwy., Holly. Check in for the Drive from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Waypoint Church, 8400 Dixie Hwy., Holly. Register at northoaklandchambers.com/dixiebywaycarshow/
• Golden Harvest Run for Recreation: 8-11 a.m. Oct. 3, 5K Run/Walk and Youth 1-Mile Fun Run, 3358 Auburn Road, Auburn Hills, race begins at the Public Square. Registration includes giveaways with proceeds benefiting the Auburn Hills Recreation Scholarship Fund, ezrunevents.com/golden-harvest-run
• 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.
• Orion Area Chamber of Commerce State of the Community Luncheon: 11:30 a.m-2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, Paint Creek Country Club, 2375 Stanton Road, Lake Orion. Local leaders will share updates on economic development, education, business, and the future of the Orion community. Luncheon buffet included in ticket price. Advance registration required, members/$70; non-members/$85. orionareachamber.com.
• Mesmerica 360: Oct. 23-24 and 29-30. A seated 360 degree journey through worlds real and imagined, multi-sensory fulldome projection, Cranbrook Institute of Science, 1 Institute Way, Bloomfield Hills. Suitable for ages 6+ tickets.changeworlds.org/en-US/mesmerica360/bloomfield-hills
Crafts
• Smetanka Fall Craft Show: 10-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, over 100 craft booths expected, door giveaways for kids under 14 years old and free admission, $3 admission for 14 and over, Davison High School, 1250 N. Oak Road, Davison.
• Early Bird Holiday Art & Craft Fair: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, shop, snack & lunch bar, original handmade artworks and crafts by local artists and crafters. St. Paul’ United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo Street, Rochester. Free parking.
Business
Business Insights Series hosted by Oxford Bank: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 at The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham, light hors d’oeuvres and beverages included and 7:30-10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Royal Oak Park Hotel, Rochester Hills. Light breakfast, coffee and tea. Leslie A. Lauer, CFP, ChFC, CEPA, and Rebecca T. Glasgow, CFP, CEPA, of the ESOP Group at RBC Wealth Management will share insights on ESOPs for business succession planning. in-person only. Please RSVP before the event, https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KSJPZZM
Festivals/Shows
• Novi Pet Expo: Oct. 9-11, family friendly, pet friendly events feature, the high-flying Canine Stars, celebrity pet appearances, pet adoption, Lure Course, pet contests, petting farm, horses, Rock N’ Roll K9S, reptiles, K9 police dogs, birds, and kids zone bounce house mania, Vibe Credit Union Showplace, Admission is, ages 12 and over $15, children 4-11 $9 and ages 3 and under are free. Tickets, expoproductionsllc.ticketspice.com/2026-novi-pet-expo. Pet are welcome, please read the online policy when purchasing tickets.
• American Speed Festival: Oct. 2-4, legendary drivers Mario Andretti and Chip Ganassi take center stage alongside a collection of race cars. Competitive racing, food, live entertainment, family-friendly attractions, MI Concourse, 1 Concourse Drive, Pontiac. Tickets prices vary, tickets.m1concourse.com/event/american-speed-festival-3-day-pass-a7xpok
• Michigan Renaissance Festival: Final weekend, Oct. 3-4. Daily events include pub crawls, scavenger hunts and a brunch fit for royalty, Contests include archery competition, axe throwing, BBQ competition, Fairy House and more. Must preregister for all contests here, michrenfest.com/contests/ Times and ticket prices vary for special events and contests. Gate admission prices vary with children 4 and under free. michrenfest.com/ The Renaissance Festival takes place at, 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly.
Visitors bedecked in costumes reflecting 16th Century fashions cheer and applaud during a Michigan Renaissance Festival event. (Courtesy, Michigan Renaissance Festival)
• Fall Festival in the Woods: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, horse and carriage rides, live music, fall crafts, bounce houses, free cider and hotdogs, donuts, and more, Hawk Woods Park and Campground, Auburn Hills, Call 248-370-9353 for more information. Reservations required, miauburnhillsweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search
• Upland Fall Harvest Festival: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through October. Magic show, farm show, hayride, pumpkin patch access, nature trail, playground, animals visits and cow milking. Pony rides are $3 and for $.25 you can feed the ducks. Food trucks, cider and donuts available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased online or at the admission booth. 481 Lake George Road, Oxford. uplandhillsfarm.com/harvest-festival-1. From noon- 5 p.m. on Oct. 10, along with the Fall Festival, Special Strong will celebrate the grand opening of its North Oakland County location with adaptive fitness demos, fall festivals, and a celebration of every ability. Special Strong is a specialty fitness provider serving individuals with mental, physical and cognitive challenges.
• Macabre Market: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, 40 spooky artists and authors indoor and outdoor Market. Costumes encouraged. Free entry and parking. Dixieland, 2045 Dixie Hwy., Waterford.
• Davisburg Antique Festival: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, Over 500 antique and vintage dealers, live music, on-site family camping, food trucks, kids activities, Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg. Free parking.
The Davisburg Antique Festival is Saturday, Oct. 10. Photo courtesy of Michigan Antique Festivals.
• Holiday Night Marketplace: 4:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, shopping, food trucks, cash bar, music. Indoor event at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak.
Parks/Outdoor activities
• Harvest Festival: Oct. 2-4, haunted walking trail, hayrides, crafts, scavenger hunts, campsite decorating contest, trick-or-treating, Monster Mash dance party, and festive popcorn bar, Campers and families of all ages, Proud Lake Recreation Area, Modern Campground, 2928 Glengary Road, Commerce Twp. michigan.org/event/proud-lake-recreation-area-harvest-festival-1
• Fall Festival at Bowers Farm: 5-9 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, through October. Activities for all ages, including, wagon rides, Cornfield Quest, launching apples, farm animals, family-friendly entertainment, photo opportunities, bounce pad, inflatables, pony rides, crafts, games, food trucks, live music and beer garden. Admission is $15/Oakland County resident, $19/non-resident and $8/member if purchased in advance at OaklandCountyParks.com. Tickets purchased at door for $2 more. Discovery Oaks Park, 1219 E. Square Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills.
Bowers Farm wagon ride (Photo courtesy of Oakland County Parks)
• Fall Barn Tour: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9. The Michigan Barn Preservation Network all-day bus tour begins at the Implay City Historical Museum, 77 N. Main Street, Imlay City with registration from 8:30-9 a.m. After a tour of the museum and historic depot area, the bus will depart at 10:30 a.m. and return no later than 5 p.m. Participants will visit several sites, meet barn owners, and learn about barn architecture, timber framing, and traditional construction methods and more. Lunch included in ticket prices, visit mibarn.net/barn-tours-2/
• Trailblazers Hiking Series: 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 and Thursday, Oct. 8 discover the science behind why leaves change colors, Oct. 7 event is at Rose Oaks Nature Area, 10501 Buckhorn Lake Road, Holly and Oct. 8 event is at Pontiac Oaks, 1400 Telegraph Road, Pontiac. Preregistration is required. $10. 248-858-0916 or online at oakgov.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/10965/763
• Harvest Happening Fall Festival: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, hayrides, food trucks, inflatables, crafts, games, pumpkin patch, free pony rides, kids crafts, entertainment, and more. Hess-Hathaway Park, 825 S. Williams Lake Road. Parking $5. No pets allowed. waterfordmi.gov/276/Harvest-Happening
• 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.
• CarnEvil 2: Thursday-Sunday, through 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.
• Lakeside Lights – Hike the Night: 6-9 p.m. Oct. 17, food trucks, bonfire and a lighted stroll, Independence Oaks – Lake Point Picnic Shelter, 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston. Free event, no registration needed. Recommended for adults only, weather permitting. oaklandcountymi.gov/community/oakland-county-parks/recreation/events-programs
Speakers
• “Learning More about Artificial Intelligence”: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13. Speaker Gus Mondalek, CIO & CTO at Omni Response, will outline the developmental milestones toward Artificial Intelligence and its rapid advancement. Attend via Zoom or in person at Birmingham Unitarian Church, 38651 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills. Child care available. Registration, zoom.us/meeting/register/prx-hdVWQR6fWC1zZwcZng#/registration
Seniors
• Walk with the Library: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Thursdays, through Nov. 19, meet at the Tree Library & Botanical Gardens at Brandon Township Community Park, 1414 N. Hadley Road, Ortonville. Weather permitting event. Free with registration brandonlibrary.org/events-calendar#/events/iYamsWZxix/instances/Fp97yHqvrb/
• Walk This Way: a 6-week 55+ walking series focused on mindfulness, pacing, balance, and strength. Select sessions will feature “Walk and Talk” guest experts. Series is 10-11 a.m. Thursdays, Oct. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Meet at boat launch parking lot in Pontiac Oaks Park, 1400 Telegraph Road, Pontiac. Register online or by calling 248-858-0916. Cost is $10. oakgov.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/11444/763
Fundraisers
• Clarkston Family Farm Fundraiser: The 5K Chicken Run and 1 mile Chicken Little Run is Sunday, Oct. 18, check-in is 8 a.m., race begins at 9 a.m. T-shirts, food and drinks for the racers, hayrides and Hog Jog following the race, Clarkston Family Farm, 6800 Hubbard Road, Clarkston. Top racers in each age category will receive prizes. Chip timed. Early registered racers will receive a t-shirt and medal on race day. Register for race online runsignup.com/Race/Events/MI/Clarkston/ClarkstonFamilyFarm. Proceeds to benefit the farm and schools.
• Women of Vision Fundraiser Luncheon: The National Council of Jewish Women is holding their annual fundraising luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 8 at Adat Shalom Synagogue, 29901 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills with keynote speaker, Dr. Jeanette Epps. Tickets are available at several donation levels, starting at $54. Registration is 9:30-11:45 a.m.; boutiques open from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; meet and greet for patrons, is 11-11:30 a.m.; speaker and awards presentation is 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. and the luncheon with door prizes is 1:15-2 p.m. For more information, or tickets, ncjwmi.org/women-of-vision.
• The Spirts of ‘45’: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, program tells the story of WWII events focusing on the Pacific Theater of Operations during cocktails and snacks. A silent auction will take place where guests can bid on a selection of spirits. Dinner will be provided by Mission BBQ, Kilgour Scottish Centre, 2363 Rochester Road, Troy. General admission $100; VIP admission $125. Proceeds to benefit the Michigan WWII Legacy Memorial, located in Royal Oak Memorial Park, 13 mile Road and Woodward Avenue. Registration, michiganww2memorial.org
• Scare Away Hunger, 5K Run/Walk & Family Fun Run: Sunday, Oct. 4. The 5K Run/Walk begins at 9 a.m. followed by the Family Fun Run at 9:15 a.m. A pancake breakfast is included with registration, and spectators can join the breakfast for $5, Rochester Municipal Park, 400 6th Street, Rochester. Proceeds will benefit Neighborhood House programs and services. Cost is $35 for 5K and $10 for Fun Run. There is a price increase after Sept. 1. Register at go.ranh.org/SAH
• Preservation Clarkston Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser: 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, The Brady Lodge, 6970 Andersonville Road, Clarkston. Tickets include a seated dinner, open bar, interactive murder mystery performance and silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Preservation Clarkston Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to graduating Clarkston students pursuing careers in the skilled trades. Tickets are $125/individual and $225/couple tickets. Reserve your ticket, preservationclarkston.betterworld.org/events/murder-mystery-dinner
Blood drives
• Blood Drive: noon-6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, PKSA, 1775 N. Lapeer Road, Oxford. facebook.com/events/1398017958930211/?active_tab=discussion
• 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.
Library events
• Afternoon Book Club: 12:30-2 p.m. second Tuesday of each month. Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. berkleymi.gov./library. 248-658-3440.
• Pumpkin Painting: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register, berkleymi.gov./library. 248-658-3440.
• Walk with the Library: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Thursdays, through Nov. 19, meet at the Tree Library & Botanical Garden at the Brandon Township Community Park, 1414 N. Hadley Road, Ortonville. Free. Register at brandonlibrary.org/events-calendar##/events/iYamsWZxix
Health
• City of Farmington Hills Total Wellness Fair: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, flu, COVID-19, pneumonia, RSV and other vaccinations available for all ages. Health screenings, assessments, educational resources, door prizes and a free lunch for adults ages 60 and older. Participants must bring a photo ID with current address and an insurance card and/or their Medicare or medicaid card. Costick Center, Farmington Hills. fhgov.com/
• The Only Thing We Have to Fear: Supporting kids in the age of anxiety, presented by Opening the Doors, a program of Jewish Family Services, Sunday, Oct. 25, registration and resource fair is 12:30 p.m. The program begins at 1 p.m. followed by Q&A dessert reception. Registration is required, jlive.app/events/16590/tickets. Cost is $18/general admission. Adat Shalom Synagogue Social Hall, 29901 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills.
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/visit/farmers-market.
• Howell’s Sunday Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, through October in downtown Howell. Produce, baked goods, plants, crafts. facebook.com/howellsundayfarmersmarket/
• 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.
• 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.
• 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, www.facebook.com/HighlandFarmersMarketMichigan, 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/profile.php?id=61568281307212.
• 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, facebook.com/OaklandCountyFarmersMarket.
• Gleaners Community Food Bank: free food distribution, 9-10 a.m. Oct. 14, Oct. 28, Nov. 11, Nov. 25, Dec. 9 and 23. Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford Twp., No appointment necessary, name, address and number of people and children living in the household required to receive food. email OCmarket@oakgov.com, 248-858-5495, 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, facebook.com/opfarmersmarket.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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/photo
Note: Events are subject to change; check with venue websites for updates. To submit an event, visit 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, 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, 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.