Children’s activities
• 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. https://www.facebook.com/events/1042529484732121/1042529498065453
• Trunk or Treat: 5-6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16. Free family event, photo booth, trick-or-treating, balloon animals, cider & donuts, while they last, and performers, Clarkston Library parking lot, 6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston.
• Fall Family Day: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, Celebrating Anna Sui’s fashion collection with hands-on activities. A workshop on fashion design with repurposed textiles, and style miniature mannequins for ages 5 and up, Open to the public, and activities are included with museum admission, Artmembers and youth 12 and under free, Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills. Pre-registration is encouraged, cranbrookartmuseum.org/events/fall-family-day/
Community activities
• Walk to Raise Awareness of Domestic Violence: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11. Registration and t-shirt pickup begins at 9 a.m. on the front lawn of City Hall, Pre-registered participants are guaranteed a free walk t-shirt, non-registered participants will be given shirts on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. The 2 mile walk will start and finish at the staging area near the orange SFLD Letters, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield. Register at walktoraiseawarenessofdv.qmigroupinc.com
• 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.
• Birmingham Fire Department Open House: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 572 S. Adams Road, Birmingham. A family-friendly interactive event with a behind-the-scenes look at the fire station. Learn about fire safety, participate in demonstrations, firehouse chili, popcorn and refreshments. A charitable gift basket will be raffled off to benefit the Great Lakes Burn Camp. For more information, bhamgov.org/fireopenhouse.
• 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
• 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/
• 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/eUS/mesmerica360/bloomfield-hills
• Corn Maze & Family Fun Farm: through Nov. 1. Corn maze, including The Moonlight Corn Maze on select nights, children activities include, jumping pillows and bounce house, slide and giant hill slide, pedal kart race track, spider web, tunnel tube & play structures, sand hill, corn box & straw maze, petting farm, cannons, kettle corn and fresh lemonade, 1540 Commerce Road, Commerce Twp. longsorchard.com/corn-maze/#play
• Trunk or Treat and Car Show: 4-7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, decorated trunks, food trucks, and plenty of candy, costumes encouraged. Car show open to cars, trucks and bikes, Bin Street, 5100 Dixie Hwy., Waterford. facebook.com/events/1961872174482555/
Crafts/Fall Activities
• 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
• Holly Historical Society’s Holly Holiday Art & Craft Show: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, Juried exhibitors, food available, free parking, Holly High School, 6161 East Holly Road, Holly. $5 admission, children under 12 free. Proceeds benefit Hadley House Museum and Project Graduation.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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. miantiquefestival.com/davisburg-antique-market/
• 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.
• 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.
• Porch Pot Classes: 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 7, 14 and 21; 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 15 and Nov. 22. Wojo’s, 2570 Oakwood Road, Ortonville. Limited seats available, register at Wojos.com. $60.
• 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
• 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 goats playing (photo courtesy of Oakland County Parks)
• Holiday Market: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, vendors, hay rides, kids crafts, carolers, Santa, food and drink for purchase, and rescue animals. Abraham Ranch, 3090 Weidemann Drive, Clarkston. Advance tickets required, $5. Children under 2 are free. The event supports the Abraham Ranch, non-profit animal rescue and rehabilitation work. secure.qgiv.com/for/abrahamranch/event/holidaymarket2026/
Photos taken by Anthony and Darcy Essmaker, courtesy of Abraham Ranch
• Community Fall Festival: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, bounce houses, face painting, pumpkin carving, kettle corn, petty farm, and more. Free. Birmingham First, 1489 W. Maple Road, Birmingham. subsplash.com/birminghamfirstunitedmet/lb/ev/+6rdp29s
• Elf Shelf Arts & Crafts Show: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, over 200 booths featuring handcrafted treasures include, jewelry, textiles, and seasonal decor, hosted by the Troy Women’s Association, Troy High School, Troy. $3 admission.
• Harvest Fest: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, trunk-or-treat, cider, donuts, fall foods, music and fun activities. Hosted by The Lakes Church, 1450 S. Hospital Road, Waterford. facebook.com/events/956784616865469
• Shipshewana on the Road – Gift, Food and Craft Show: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, unique gifts and crafts, and plenty of food, 2212 Mall Drive, Waterford. For questions, call (269) 979-8888. $5 admission, free parking. facebook.com/events/1387855663390801/
• Lakepoint Community Church Craft and Vendor Show: 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, over 50 booths of shopping and food, raffles and more, 1550 W. Drahner Road, Oxford. $3 admission. facebook.com/events/1024745040597954/
Business
• 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 non-chamber members register at cca.waterfordchamber.org. $75/person or $550/table of 8.
• Oakland Thrive, Pitch, Awards and Small Business Spotlight: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, competition between three Oakland County entrepreneurs with a top prize of $5,300 included in this year’s event, community awards, shopping vendors, dinner and open bar, Pearls Event Center, 26100 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield. Tickets are $85 with proceeds benefiting Oakland Thrive, a non-profit organization that helps startups and small businesses succeed through mentorship and technical and admin support, oaklandthrive.org/small-business-spotlight/
Parks
• 3D Archery Course: weekends through Oct. 25. The walking 3D archery course is located at the entrance on Andersonville Road, Springfield Oaks County Park, Davisburg. Cost is $10/adults and ages 8-17. Children under 8 are not allowed on the course. Bring your own equipment, no crossbows. For information and waiver form visit, OaklandCountyParks.com or call 248-634-2261
• 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, www.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.
• Red Oaks Park Community Celebration: 3-5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, Oakland County Parks is celebrating the opening of the revitalization of Red Oaks Park (formerly Ambassador Park). The event will feature a DJ, climbing tower, giant Connect 4, Jenga and Tetris games, cornhole, tours of new playground and park. Costumes encouraged – treat stations in the park. Free event. 600 E. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights.
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
• Community Candidate Non-Partisan Forum: 5:30-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. All parties are welcome. Hosted by The New Oakland County Black Caucus, residents have the opportunity to become better informed about issues affecting Oakland County and the state. Meet the candidates, and hear where they stand, Woodlands Elite, 4123 Pioneer Drive, Commerce Twp. Free with reservation. eventbrite.com/e/community-candidate-non-partisan-forum-tickets
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. 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
• Aging 360 Workshop: 10:30-11:45 a.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 3-24, hands-on workshop for ages 60+, Jewish Family Services, 6555 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. For more information or to register, contact Nora German at ngerman@jfsdetroit.org or 248.970.7310
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.
• 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.
• 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
• Lego Club: 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, Commerce Township Community Library, 180 E. Commerce Road, Commerce Twp. Ages 0-12 w/adult. Pre-registration required, commercetwp-library.libcal.com/event/17179361
• The Nutcracker with American Dance Academy: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7. Ages 4-10. Registration required and opens at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. commercetwp-library.libcal.com/event/17179361
• Trick-or-treat – Candy & Crafts: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, children will trick-or-treat and show off their costumes at each department, followed by creating their own Halloween craft to take home. Oxford Public Library, 530 Pontiac Street, Oxford. miopl.org/event/trick-or-treat-candy-crafts-20944
• OPL Walking Group: 2-3 p.m. Thursdays, Oct. 15, 22 and 29. Meet at the adult services desk for the one mile loop of the trail in Powell Lake Township Park, weather permitting. Registration required, miopl.org/event/opl-walking-group16806
• Pumpkin Decorating – Family: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, decorate a small pumpkin using markers, stickers, paint and glitter. Registration required for adults and children. Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak. royaloak.librarycalendar.com/event/pumpkin-decorating-family-30562
Health
• 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.
• Men’s Caregiving Support Group: 1-2 p.m. Thursdays, Oct. 15-19, followed by the Family Caregiver Support Group from 2:30-3:30, Jewish Family Service, 6555 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. To register, or for more information, 248.592.2655 or bseelbach@jfsdetroit.org.
Farmers markets
• 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 – Final Day: 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.
• 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
• 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.
• 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.
• 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, www.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, www.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. https://www.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.