Business activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oakland County Michigan Works presents a virtual workshop, \u201cMeet NotebookLM,\u201d Google\u2019s AI Research Hub that fixes information mess, 11 a.m.-noon May 20, part of the Employer Virtual Workshop Series, register at tinyurl.com\/msk5b2u6.<\/p>\n
Community activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services invites the public to comment on its multiyear plan to spend approximately $26.4 million annually in state and federal funds for critical senior services in fiscal years 2027-2029. The AgeWays service area includes Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw Counties. The draft plan is available at AgeWays.org. Written comments on the plan can be submitted by May 23, 2026, to Katie Scharf at kscharf@ageways.org or to Katie Scharf, AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services, 31700 Middlebelt, Ste. 140, Farmington Hills, MI, 48334.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Detroit Zoo\u2019s newest exhibit, the Fred and Barbara Erb Discovery Trails, opens May 23, at Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road, Royal Oak, featuring up-close animal encounters, aerial climbing experiences and interactive spaces, https:\/\/detroitzoo.org\/discovery-trails.<\/p>\n
Farmers markets\/Flower and plant sales<\/p>\n
\u2022 Annual Art & Flower Fair is May 16-17, (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday) downtown Lake Orion, fundraiser for the Orion Art Center, more than 100 art, flower, plant, and craft vendors, live artist demonstrations, music, and family activities, https:\/\/orionartcenter.org.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Northville Flower Sale: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. May 22 and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 23, at Main and Center St. Northville, www.northville.org\/spring-flower-sale.<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u201cGet Your Start on a Home Native Garden\u201d stroll is 10:30 a.m.-noon May 30 at Wint Nature Center. Learn about native plants and take home a free plant to start your own wildflower garden, all ages, $15\/person. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-625-6473 during nature center hours.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The Birmingham Farmers Market is 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, May 3, 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, https:\/\/downtownbirmingham.com\/visit\/farmers-market.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oakland County Farmers Market summer market hours are 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, May 2 through December, (open year-round on Saturdays), at 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford Twp., email OCmarket@oakgov.com, 248-858-5495, www.facebook.com\/OaklandCountyFarmersMarket. Spring Flower Days series is 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, May 10, 17 and 24. Friday Night Flowers is 4:30-9 p.m. May 29.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Farmington Farmers and Artisans Market is 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, May 2 through Nov. 7, at Walter E. Sundquist Pavilion, 33113 Grand River Ave., at Grove St., farmingtonfarmersmarket.com.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Fenton Farmers Market is 5-8 p.m. Thursdays, May 14 to 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.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Holly Farmers Market is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, May 3 through Oct. 25, at Crapo Park, downtown Holly, hollyfarmersmarket.weebly.com, www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=61568281307212.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Milford Farmers\u2019 Market is 3-7 p.m. Thursdays, May 7 to Oct. 8, (no market on July 2 or Aug. 6) at East Liberty Street between S. Main St. and Union St., in downtown Milford, fresh produce in season, live music, family activities, milfordfarmersmarket.org.<\/p>\n
Festivals\/Shows<\/p>\n
\u2022 Birmingham Hometown Parade and after party is 1-4 p.m. May 17, starts on North Old Woodward near Willits Street, travels south to Maple, ending in Shain Park. for a party with activities including crafts, mini-train rides, bounce houses, food vendors and activities until 4 p.m., bhamgov.org\/parade More than 150 classic and vintage motorcycles steered by drivers in period dress will start the parade, the Metro Detroit Distinguished Gentleman\u2019s Ride, to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer research and men\u2019s mental health, gentlemansride.com.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Annual Art & Flower Fair is May 16-17, (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday) downtown Lake Orion, fundraiser for the Orion Art Center, more than 100 art, flower, plant, and craft vendors, live artist demonstrations, music, and family activities, https:\/\/orionartcenter.org.<\/p>\n
\u2022 International Gem and Mineral Show is May 22-24, at Vibe Credit Union Showplace, (formerly Suburban Collection Showplace) 46100 Grand River Ave. Novi, www.vibeshowplace.com\/upcoming-events, ticket prices vary, parking fees.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Novi BBQ Fest: Ribs & Whiskey is 5-10 p.m. May 22, noon-10 p.m. May 23-24 and noon-8 p.m. May 25, at Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk Mall, 44175 W. Twelve Mile Road, Novi, BBQ, live music, family-friendly activities, tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Kids under 10 are admitted without charge. Military, Police and Fire will be admitted at no charge with proper ID, www.novibbqfest.com.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ya\u2019ssoo Greek Festival is May 22-24, (4-11 p.m. Friday; noon-11 p.m. Saturday; and noon-9 p.m. Sunday) on the grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Church 43816 Woodward Ave. (just north of Square Lake Road) Bloomfield Hills, Greek culture, Greek dancers, customs and cuisine, live music by The Dave Bennett Quartet on Friday evening and the StiGma band all three days. The festival includes tours of the church, children\u2019s games, crafts, bounce houses and magicians, www.yassoogreekfestival.com, $4 admission, free for ages 12 and younger, menu prices vary.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Memorial Weekend Festival Carnival is May 22-25 (4 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday and noon-9 p.m. Monday) in Green Acres Park, 620 W. Woodward Heights, Hazel Park, carnival, live music, facebook.com\/HazelParkRecreation, ticket prices vary. Memorial Day Service is at 9 a.m. May 25, at City Hall Memorial site, followed by parade at 10 a.m., starting at Hazel Park Junior High School, 22770 Highland Ave., www.hazelpark.org\/i_want_to\/annual_events.php.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Kensington Art Fair is May 23-25, along the beach at Kensington Metropark, Maple Beach, 4570 Huron River Pkwy., Milford, Memorial Day Weekend (10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Monday), Metropark entry pass required, KensingtonArtFair.com.<\/p>\n
Fundraisers<\/p>\n
\u2022 Royal Oak Nature Society\u2019s Annual Fundraiser is 7-10 p.m. May 21, at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak, www.romi.gov\/463\/Annual-Fundraiser, $10\/person in advance and $15\/person at the door, desserts, silent auction.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Rochester Rotary Club presents \u201cHog Wild on the Keys\u201d fundraiser, 5:30-9 p.m. May 29, at the Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow Ave., Rochester, featuring a pig roast and entertainment by the Dueling Pianos, $45 per person, https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/24kr8wn7<\/p>\n
\u2022 15th Annual Cipriano Classic 5K, held 7 p.m. June 5, at the Farmington Family YMCA, 28100 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills, in honor of the Cipriano family of Farmington Hills, $40 before May 23, $45 after, www.ciprianoclassic.com.<\/p>\n
Health activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u201cSupporting Independence-How to help your loved one with dementia\u201d workshop is 5-6 p.m. May 27, via Zoom, learn how to best help the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, presented by Jewish Family Services, for information, contact Beth at 248-592-2655 or bseelbach@jfsdetroit.org, jfsdetroit.org.<\/p>\n
Library activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 The Friends of the Baldwin Public Library will hold its bi-annual used books and media sale, May 16 and 12:30-4 p.m. May 17, at the library, 300 W. Merrill St., Birmingham, baldwinlib.org\/friends.<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u201cThe Safari Girls\u201d Renee Prewitt author: Book signing event is 9:30 a.m. May 17, at Renaissance Unity Church, following the service held at Emagine Theatre IMAX, 200 N. Main Street, Royal Oak, https:\/\/theprewittgroup.com\/events.<\/p>\n
Museums\/History lectures<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oakland County Parks Historian Carol Bacak-Egbo presents \u201cA Polar Bear, a Hypnotist and a Ghost River: A Slightly Unconventional Look at the History of Woodward Avenue,\u201d 7-8 p.m. May 19, at Pleasant Ridge Community Center; and \u201cA River Runs Through it: A Look at the Clinton River Over Time,\u201d 7-8 p.m. June 2, at Twin Chimneys Shelter at Independence Oaks County Park; free events, preregistration is requested at 248-221-8040.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Cemetery Tour-A Tribute to Our Soldiers is 6:30-8 p.m. May 20, at Mount Avon Cemetery, 200 Wilcox Street Rochester, $10\/Non-Member, $8\/Museum Member. Register at www.rochesterhills.org\/musprograms.<\/p>\n
Parks\/Outdoor activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 Cranbrook Art Museum\u2019s artist-designed miniature golf course, Cranbrook on the Green to be open 10 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, May 2-31, then open Wednesday to Sunday, June-August, on the grounds of Cranbrook Art Museum next to Triton Pools. On Father\u2019s Day (June 21), dads or another designated adult play for free. On Thursday nights, the course and museum are open until 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance or on-site, ticket prices vary and include gallery admission, cranbrook.edu.<\/p>\n
\u2022 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\/oakland-county-parks.<\/p>\n
\u2022 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.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Michigan State Parks and Recreation Areas, michigan.gov\/dnr. Park entrance fees apply.<\/p>\n
Recycling events<\/p>\n
\u2022 Meijer stores to host Baby Gear Recycling Event. From May 6 to May 19, customers can take used, expired, or damaged baby gear, such as car seats and strollers, to participating Meijer supercenters for recycling. Customers should take items to the marked drop-off area near the customer service desk and receive a coupon toward a baby item, for information, visit www.meijer.com\/content\/dam\/meijer\/meijer-corporate\/pdfs\/2177143_0506_BabyGearRecyclingEvent_PDF_FINAL.pdf.<\/p>\n
Support resources<\/p>\n
\u2022 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.<\/p>\n
\u2022 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.<\/p>\n
\u2022 National Domestic Violence Hotline, 800-799-7233, available 24\/7.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Common Ground\u2019s Resource & Crisis Helpline is available 24\/7 \u2013 call or text 800-231-1127.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Veterans Crisis Line, dial 988 and then press 1 to connect to the Veterans Crisis Lifeline. For texts, veterans should text the Veterans Crisis Lifeline short code: 838255.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Business activities \u2022 Oakland County Michigan Works presents a virtual workshop, \u201cMeet NotebookLM,\u201d Google\u2019s AI Research Hub that…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":320131,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[181,23,795,100,143,904,145,144,4661],"class_list":["post-320130","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-oakland","tag-latest-headlines","tag-local-news","tag-michigan","tag-news","tag-oakland","tag-oakland-county","tag-oakland-headlines","tag-oakland-news","tag-suburban-life"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/320130","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=320130"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/320130\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/320131"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=320130"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=320130"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=320130"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}