https:\/\/cca.waterfordchamber.org<\/a><\/p>\n\u2022 Berkley Street Fest: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. July 25. Street art, food trucks and local eats, local culture, live music from 2-8 p.m. Yappy Hour Dog Zone, Children\u2019s Zone with artists-in-training, including face painting, games and interactive activities include lego building. Chalk artist sign up: https:\/\/www.berkleychamber.com\/berkley-street-fest<\/p>\n
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Farmers markets<\/p>\n
\u2022 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.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Fogler\u2019s 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. Rochester market opened March 30 and Lake Orion market opened May 1.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oakland County Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, through December (summer market hours began May 2. The market is open year-round on Saturdays), at 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford Twp., email OCmarket@oakgov.com, 248-858-5495, www.facebook.com\/OaklandCountyFarmersMarket.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ortonville Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, through Sept. 26, downtown Ortonville, Market Info Booth, 476 Mill St., facebook.com\/ortonvillefarmersmarket.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Downtown Oxford Open Air Summer Market: 4-7 p.m. July 16 and Aug. 13, at Washington Square, Oxford. (Also, Summer Concert series is 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays June 18-Aug. 13, excluding July 2), https:\/\/downtownoxford.info\/events.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Downtown Rochester Farmers\u2019 Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays,\u00a0 through Oct. 31, (closed July 4). 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. www.downtownrochestermi.com\/farmers-market.<\/p>\n
\u2022 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.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Wolverine Lake Farmers Market: 4-8 p.m. Tuesdays, through October 13, Clara Miller Park, 2500 Benstein Road. Wolverine Lake. Vendor spot available. https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo\/?fbid=1479743227495768&set=pb.100063803136847.-2207520000<\/p>\n
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Festivals\/Shows<\/p>\n
\u2022 Harry Potter\u2019s Birthday Celebration:\u00a0 July 25-26, Canterbury Village, 2420 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion. Themed vendors, tarot readers, costume contests (Adults 13+ and children 12 & under), scavenger hunts, magic shows, interactive characters from the Wizarding World. Early bird tickets on sale now through July 19 are $11.99. Week before event tickets are $14.99 and tickets at the gate are $20 (if available). https:\/\/www.canterburyvillage.com\/event\/harry-potter-bday\/<\/p>\n
\u2022 The Oddities & Curiosities Expo: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 11-12. For the lovers of the Strange, Unusual & Bizarre, something weird for everyone. Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Avenue, Novi. Ticket prices vary. Children 12 and under free. https:\/\/odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com\/<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oakland County Fair: July 10-19, rides, midway games, family activities, food, drink and fair treats each day. Senior Day starts with a complimentary senior breakfast from 10-11 a.m. Monday, July 13, for ages 62+; Youth activities include the Cavy Show and Rabbit Show at 9 a.m., and Goat Show at 6 p.m., Sea Lion Splash, 2, 4 and 6 p.m. daily, Line dancing 7-9 p.m. Friday, July 17, \u00a0https:\/\/www.oakfair.org\/ Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg. https:\/\/www.oakfair.org\/events\/daily-events<\/p>\n
\u2022 Pride in Pontiac 2026: Co-produced by Broken Arrow Entertainment and Unorthodox Dragat. Pontiac\u2019s 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, August 14. The Crofoot, 1 South Saginaw Street, Pontiac. Purchase Early Bird tickets (ends July 20) and VIP tickets. Pontiac.https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/pride-in-pontiac-2026-still-here-still-proud-oakland-county-mi-tickets-1989365764554<\/p>\n
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Parks\/Outdoor activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oakland County Parks celebration of the revitalized Pontiac Oaks Park (formerly Hawthorne Park), 1400 Telegraph Road in Pontiac, 2-6 p.m. Sunday, July 12. Free event and open to the public. Activities include a DJ, food trucks, disc golf demos, fishing demos and other family activities (a Michigan fishing license is required for 17+) Park amenities include larger fishing pier, playground expansion, accessible kayak launch, pavilions, horseshoe pits, 18-hole disc golf course, and a dedicated picnic area with tables and grills. Park entry is free. Hours are 8 a.m. to dusk.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Open Mic Night, 6 p.m. July 20, Acoustic style open mic solo, duets, musical performances. No poetry, karaoke, comedians or drum kit. Sign up starts at 5:30 p.m. Outdoor stage at Cookies and Cream (below 20 Front Street) 20 E Front Street, Lake Orion. Free.\u00a0 https:\/\/calendar.20frontstreet.com<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oakie\u2019s Birthday Bash: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, July 24. Oakland County Parks\u2019 60th Anniversary. Free outdoor party including food trucks, live entertainment, DJ, Inflatables, Air Jumper, birthday games, performers and goodie bags (while supplies last). Independence Oaks County Park, Twin Chimneys Pavilion, 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston. 248-858-0916 or visit OaklandCountyParks.com<\/p>\n
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Fundraisers<\/p>\n
\u2022 Swing for THAW Golf Outing: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Friday, July 17.\u00a0 18-hold scramble, shotgun start, on-course food & beverage, lunch on the turn, silent auction & raffle, dinner and awards ceremony. Proceeds to benefit THAW\u2019s mission of providing essential energy assistance to those facing hardship. Northville Hills Golf Club, 15565 Bay Hill Drive, Northville. Prices vary. https:\/\/birdease.com\/swingforthaw<\/p>\n
\u2022 OLHSA Golf Fore Change 2026: 8 a.m. Friday, August 28. Westwynd Golf Course, 4161 Adams Road, Oakland Twp. Hosted by OLHSA to raise funds for OLHSA\u2019s 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,\u00a0 olhsa.org\/fore. Sponsorship pledges must be turned in by August 7.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Connecting Fore a Cause: 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, July 24, 18-hole scramble supporting Community Housing Network\u2019s mission to provide affordable housing. Tickets include: golf cart, breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet, on-course contests, raffles and prizes. Fountains Golf & Banquet, 6060 Maybee Road, Village of Clarkston. Tickets: https:\/\/secure.qgiv.com\/for\/connectingforeacause\/event\/connectingforeacause\/embed<\/p>\n
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Library events<\/p>\n
Live in Concert: Paxton-Spangler Band, 2-3 p.m. Saturday, July 18, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. Eleven Mile Road, Royal Oak. Registration is required and will close at 2 p.m. July 18. If more than 10 minutes late, reservations will be cancelled and offered to others waiting. https:\/\/royaloak.librarycalendar.com\/event\/spanglerband<\/p>\n
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Health activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 Free Mobile Robotics Lab: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 16, Trinity Health Oakland, 44405 Woodward Avenue, Pontiac in the South Visitor Parking Lot. Look for the da Vinci Mobile Lab truck. An interactive event showing how robotic technology is improving lung cancer care through early detection. Trinity health experts on hand to answer questions about lung cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment plans with live demonstrations.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Forest Therapy Series: 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. Refresh and Renew is 10 a.m.-noon, Thursday, July 16 at Highland Oaks County Park Nature Area; Dusk to Dark Forest is 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28 at Oak Park Woods. To register, visit OaklandCountyParks.com.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Yoga in The Park and Sound Healing: Yoga is 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays through August 26 (No class July 29)\u00a0 Sound Healing is 10:45 a.m. following Yoga on July 15 and 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: https:\/\/brandonrec.recdesk.com\/Community\/Program?category=3<\/p>\n
\u2022 Gray Matters: The Powerful Impact of Music on the Brain:: 1-2:30 p.m. July, 15. Jody Conradi Stark, Music Therapist and Gregory Staples, Violinist with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra explore the connection between music and brain health. Jewish Family Service, 6555 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Register: jfsdetroit.org\/MindU or 248-788-6463.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Yoga at the Gardens: 8-9 a.m. Saturday, July 18. Participants should bring their own mat and will receive a complimentary 2\u2033 plant and exclusive coupon, English Gardens Royal Oak, 4901 Coolidge Hwy. $8. Spaces fill quickly, tickets https:\/\/www.englishgardens.com\/event\/yoga-at-the-gardens-with-the-yoga-garden\/#tribe-ticketstickets-form<\/p>\n
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Senior activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 Aging 360 Workshop: 10:30-11:30 a.m. July 16, 23, 30. Hands-on workshop for 60+, low-cost or no-cost ideas to a safer and more confident way to live in your own home. Jewish Family Service, 6555 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Register: ngerman@jfsdetroit.org or 248-970-7310.<\/p>\n
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\u2019 notice for scheduled events.<\/p>\n
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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","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"America 250 celebrations \u2022 \u201cTelling Troy\u2019s Stories\u201d exhibit celebrating America\u2019s 250th anniversary, is open during regular hours in…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":394627,"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-394626","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\/394626","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=394626"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/394626\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/394627"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=394626"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=394626"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=394626"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}