\u2022 Discover 4-H: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, Normandy Oaks Park, 4234 Delemere Blvd., Royal Oak. Live animal presentations, educational, interactive games, crafts, and activities, learn about 4-H opportunities for youth. oakgov.com\/Home\/Components\/Calendar\/Event\/11069\/763<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Miniature Train Rides: noon-4 p.m. Sept. 5, 6; Oct. 3, 4. Free train rides for kids, Starr Jaycee Park, 1321 W. 13 Mile Road, Royal Oak. Weather permitting.<\/p>\n \u2022 Monster Mayhem: 1-1:45 p.m. & 2-2:45 p.m. Sept. 19. Kids 8 and up with parent\/caregiver participation will step onto the archery range for general archery instruction with 3D Monster targets. $10 per person includes equipment, Independence Oaks, 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston. Class size is limited, call 248-858-0916.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Community activities<\/p>\n \u2022 Michigan State Fair: Sept. 3-7, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thur., Fri.; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat., Sun., Mon., Vibe Credit Union Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi. Live music, midway rides & games, lego display, homearts, livestock shows, 5K walk, senior programs, racing pigs, sea lions, and more attractions. Admission is $10 at the gate. No unaccompanied minors under 18 are permitted to enter the fair. Tickets can be purchased online, michiganstatefairllc.ticketspice.com\/michigan-state-fair-2026<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Sunday and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 4-7, entertainment will include more than 200 performances over 11 stages, a full lineup of artists will showcase their work on 7th Street between Lafayette & Washington, Washington between 7th and Lincoln, and Lincoln between Washington and Center, downtown Royal Oak. Eateries, restaurants and food trucks will line the streets featuring classic American cuisine, desserts, cultural dishes, summer fun food and more. Cash and credit cards will be accepted at festival entrances. Online tickets can be purchased at, showpass.com\/2026abe\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Harmony in the Hills Concert Series: Duo Clarion, 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, St. Paul\u2019s United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 620 Romeo Street, Rochester. Free admission. Donations appreciated. stpaulsrochester.org.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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.<\/p>\n \u2022 Home Run Derby: Sept. 26, register your batters at BigSwings.org<\/a> or come and cheer them on. Divisions for all ages include boys and girls baseball and softball. Entry fees are $12 and under $15; ages 13-18 $20; adults 18+ $25. Special Needs hitting session. Food trucks and concessions, live music, celebrity appearances and guest pitchers, vendors and merchandise. Gates open at 10 a.m., first swing begins at noon; finals under the lights 6:30-10 p.m., Sherman Memorial Park, 150 Cedar Street, Ortonville. Funds go to improve local ball fields.<\/p>\n \u2022 Wolverine Lake Village Festival & Corn Roast: noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, live music, food and beverages, pie eating contest, inflatables, game tent, petting zoo with pony rides, children\u2019s activities and raffle, Clara Miller Park, 2500 Benstein Road, Wolverine Lake.<\/p>\n \u2022 Day of Remembrance: 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Sept. 11. Holly high school band will perform the National Anthem and names of all 343 FDNY first responders will be read and a personalized flag planted in their honor. Following the ceremony, families are invited to meet local fire fighters and emergency personnel, receive health screenings, visit informational booths, and enjoy family activities and refreshments, Holly Fire Department, 414 N. Saginaw Street, Holly.<\/p>\n \u2022 Rudy \u201cDr. Ru\u201d Kutey Memorial Car Show: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. \u201cRu\u201d Kutey, Baker\u2019s of Milford, 2025 S. Milford Road, Milford. facebook.com\/events\/1536972284791947<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Fall Showcase: noon-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, designer and high-end brand of fall clothing and accessories including day wear, evening wear, jackets and coats, shoes and handbags for women, men and children, Council Re\/Sale store, 3297 W. 12 Mile Road, Berkeley. councilresale.net\/index.php\/sales-events\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 September Fest: 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, Live music, pony rides, petting zoo, food, crafts, outdoor games, S\u2019mores, St. Paul\u2019s United Methodist Church, south parking lot, 620 Romeo Street, Rochester. stpaulsrochester.org.<\/a><\/p>\n Lectures<\/p>\n \u2022 Wheels of Time \u2013 Reflections on Pontiac Design: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, Pontiac Transportation Museum, 250 W. Pike Street, Pontiac. Free lecture by John Schinella, Pontiac Design Studio, Executive (retired). Donations welcomed.<\/p>\n Festivals\/Shows<\/p>\n \u2022 Michigan Renaissance Festival: Open weekends, through Oct. 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\/<\/a> Times and ticket prices vary for special events and contests. Gate admission prices vary with children 4 and under free. www.michrenfest.com\/<\/a> The Renaissance Festival takes place at, 12600 Dixie Hwy. in Holly.<\/p>\n \u2022 Lathrup Village Music Festival: noon-10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, food trucks, live music, family fun area, vendor and free admission, City Hall Municipal Park, 27400 Southfield Road, Lathrup Village. facebook.com\/events\/1394674795536311\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Troy Daze: 4-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, 4-11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 11- a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 and noon-7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. Admission $5, credit card $7. Free parking available around the Troy Community Center or with free shuttle rides to the front gate of the festival from the Library Center parking garage at 100 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy. Festival held at the Troy Civic Center with fireworks scheduled for September 18 at dusk. Please check the website for updates. troyfamilydaze.org\/welcome<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Glow-Bye Summer: 6:30-9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, food trucks, inflatables, live music, Hot Air Balloon Glow, face painting, Putt Putt & Glow games, arts and crafts, Friendship Park, 3380 Clarkston Road, Lake Orion. Free, no registration required. oakgov.com<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Dragon on the Lake: Festival hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29 and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, art fair, Tiki tent, live music, kids zone. The Dragon Boat Showdown (High School Races) is 2 p.m. Saturday; Chalk Art Challenge is 11 a.m. Saturday, Lighted Boat Parade is 8:30-10 p.m. Saturday and the Dragon Boat races are at 9 a.m. Sunday, dragononthelake.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Sunflowers Festival: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Monday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 28-30 and Sept. 5-7, live music, DIY \u2018make and take\u2019 workshops, classes, speakers, demonstrations, access to the Barnyard Funland, Cider Mill, Farmers Market, and bakery, Blake\u2019s Orchard & Cider Mill, 178985 Armada Center Road, Armada. blakesfarm.com<\/a>. Children 2 and under are free.<\/p>\n \u2022 Autumn Nights Marketplace: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, shopping, food trucks, cash bar, music. Indoor event at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Parks\/Outdoor activities<\/p>\n \u2022 Oakland Uncorked!: 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, Live entertainment provided by Frankly Good Music, unlimited samples of wine and craft beers from local breweries, and gourmet tastings from many local restaurants, Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Tickets $75. Registration cca.waterfordchamber.org<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Red Oaks Nature Center 30th Anniversary: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 12, music, face painting, family activities and more, Red Oaks Nature Center, 30300 Hales Street, Madison Heights. Free, no registration required. oakgov.com\/Home\/Components\/Calendar\/Event\/11414\/763?<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n \u2022 Trailblazers Hiking Series: 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 and Thursday, Sept. 10, birds, butterflies and bats are set to make their way south, find out why some stay and others leave, Sept. 9 at Rose Oaks Nature Area, 10501 Buckhorn Lake Road, Holly and Sept. 10 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?<\/a><\/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, oakgov.com\/community<\/a><\/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 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.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Summer Sundays: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, 481 Lake George Road, Oxford. $10 per person, 2 and under free. Admission includes access to the farm, hayrides, playground, pony rides ($3) and concession stand. Outside food and beverage is allowed. uplandhillsfarm.com<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Yoga Wellness Series: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Saturdays through September, followed by tai chi from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Farmer\u2019s Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. OCmarket@oakgov.com<\/a><\/p>\n Seniors<\/p>\n \u2022 Senior Resource Fair: 9 a.m.-noon, Sept. 16, connect with representatives from local agencies and organizations offering programs and services for older adults, Bloomfield Township Senior Center, 4315 Andover Road, Bloomfield Township. bloomfieldtwp.org\/seniors\/registration<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 What is new in Medicare: 10-11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, Bloomfield Township Senior Center, 4315 Andover Road, Bloomfield Township. bloomfieldtwp.org\/seniors\/registration\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Reels by the Riverside \u2013 Grandparents\u2019 Night: 7:45 p.m. Sept. 12, bring the whole family for a free under the stars viewing of Zootopia 2. Bring blankets and lawn chairs, and food is permitted, Riverside Park, 3311 Parkways Blvd., Auburn Hills.<\/p>\n \u2022 Walk with the Library: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Thursdays, Sept. 3-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\/<\/a><\/p>\n Back to School events<\/p>\n \u2022 Back to School Kits: Aug. 31-Sept. 4, Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register, berkleymi.gov.\/library<\/a>. 248-658-3440.<\/p>\n \u2022 Back-to-School Cut-a-Thon: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, Alex Emilio Salon, 307 S. Main Street, Royal Oak. Children of all ages are welcome, haircuts are $30 with all\u00a0 proceeds going to Lighthouse.<\/p>\n Fundraisers<\/p>\n \u2022 Komen Detroit Race for the Cure: Saturday, Sept. 12, Campus Martius Park, 800 Woodward Avenue, Detroit. Run\/walk\/virtual 5K\/1K race site opens at 7 a.m., a survival parade follows at 8:15 a.m. at HOPE Village, opening ceremony at Main Stage at 8:30 a.m. and race begins at 9 a.m. Registration fees are $45\/adults, age 17 and under $30. Leashed dogs allowed. secure.info-komen.org\/site\/TR?fr_id=11236&pg=<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Pontiac Heritage Ball \u2013 Scandals, Snoops & Supper: 5-10 p.m. Sept. 10, Mystery & Intrigue, scavenger hunt, live art auction, dinner and dancing, Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester. Reservations required, eventbrite.com\/pontiacheritageball<\/a>. Gala funds benefiting the alumni, legacy families, and citizens of the City of Pontiac.<\/p>\n \u2022 Kemp Klein Charity Golf Classic: Monday, Aug. 31, register at https:\/\/forms.cloud, individual, teams, and sponsorships available. 18-holes of scramble, breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the day including on-course contests, and on and off course opportunities for prizes, and silent auctions, Fieldstone Golf Club, Auburn Hills. All proceeds will benefit Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Visit kempklein.com\/golf2026\/<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n \u2022 The Spirts of \u201845\u2019: 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<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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 until Sept. 1. There is a price increase after Sept. 1. Register at go.ranh.org\/SAH\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Furniture Flip Bash: 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. The Village Club, 190 E. Long Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills. Proceeds will benefit the Furniture Bank of Metro Detroit, a nonprofit organization who provides essential furniture and mattresses to families in Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties. A Best in Show grand prize winner of $5,000 will be selected by Hilary Farr, former star of HGTV\u2019s \u201cLove it or List It.\u201d The event will enclude live entertainment, strolling food stations and cocktails. Tickets, furniture-bank.org<\/a><\/p>\n Blood drives<\/p>\n \u2022 Blood Drive: noon-6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, PKSA, 1775 N. Lapeer Road, Oxford. facebook.com\/events\/1398017958930211\/?<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a> or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.<\/p>\n Library events<\/p>\n \u2022 Afternoon Book Club: 12:30-2 p.m. second Tuesday of each month. Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. berkleymi.gov.\/library<\/a>. 248-658-3440.<\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n \u2022 Afternoon Book Club: 12:30-2 p.m. second Tuesday of the month, Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. berkleymi.gov.\/library<\/a>. 248-658-3440.<\/p>\n \u2022 Millennial Memoir Book Club: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register, berkleymi.gov.\/library<\/a>. 248-658-3440.<\/p>\n \u2022 Sustainable Fashion Upcycling Workshop: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register, berkleymi.gov.\/library<\/a>. 248-658-3440.<\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2022 Questing Night: 4-7:30 p.m. Aug. 31, teams of four can sign up to play Warhammer Quest \u2013 Darkwater, Brandon Township Library, 304 South Street, Ortonville. Free with registration, brandonlibrary.org\/events-calendar#\/events\/GE9I0Z3Uos\/instances\/feQBdGrnaH\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Health<\/p>\n \u2022 You Are Not Alone \u2013 Understanding and easing loneliness: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, a workshop featuring speakers and exploring loneliness and the health risks and behavioral challenges, St. Paul\u2019s United Methodist Church, Hickey Hall, 620 Romeo Street, Rochester. stpaulsrochester.org.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Support for Men: 1-2 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 10, 17, 24 and Oct. 1, Support group to connect men with other men to help in caregiving of a loved one. Jewish Family Service, 6555 Maple Road, West Bloomfield. familycaregiversupport@jfsdetroit.org.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Family Caregiver Support Group: 2:30-3:30 p.m. 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.<\/a><\/p>\n Farmers markets<\/p>\n \u2022 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.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Howell\u2019s Sunday Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, through October in downtown Howell. Produce, baked goods, plants, crafts. https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/howellsundayfarmersmarket\/<\/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,<\/a> clarkstonareafarmersmarket.com.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a>, slpr.net<\/a>, pets are not allowed in market space.<\/p>\n \u2022 Spicer Orchards: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, at 10411 Clyde, Fenton, 810-632-7692, spicerorchards.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2022 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.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Holly Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 25, at Crapo Park, downtown Holly, hollyfarmersmarket.weebly.com<\/a>, facebook.com\/profile.php?id=61568281307212.<\/a><\/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<\/a>, 248-652-3614.<\/p>\n \u2022 Milford Farmers\u2019 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2022 Northville Farmers\u2019 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.<\/p>\n \u2022 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.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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.<\/a><\/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.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a>. Retailer offering fresh produce and locally sourced goods.<\/p>\n \u2022 Downtown Rochester Farmers\u2019 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.<\/a><\/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<\/a>. Antiques and Collectibles show is 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays.<\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2022 Midweek Markets & Music: Troy Farmers Market to be held, 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays through Sept. 30, Jeanne M. Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center Drive, Troy, troymi.gov\/farmersmarket<\/a>, facebook.com\/TroyFarmMkt,<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a>, facebook.com\/WalledLakeMarketPlace.<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Note: Events are subject to change; check with venue websites for updates. To submit an event, visit theoaklandpress.com\/events<\/a> and allow two weeks\u2019 notice for scheduled events.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/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, unitedwaysem.org\/get-help<\/a>.<\/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<\/a>.<\/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":"Children\u2019s activities \u2022 The Royal Duck Bounce Park: 3-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Sunday, through August 30,…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":447148,"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-447147","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\/447147","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=447147"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/447147\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/447148"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=447147"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=447147"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=447147"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}![\"boat\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/1788000491_619_TOP-L-Community-CALENDAR-0817-01.jpg\")
Annual Dragon on the Lake Festival is Aug. 29-30, in downtown Lake Orion with boat races on Lake Orion. (Photo courtesy of Orion Art Center)<\/p>\n![\"Scare](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Scare-away-hunger-Photo-by-Mark-Wright.jpg\")
(Photo by Mark Wright) Scare Away Hunger, 5K Run\/Walk and Family Fun Run is Sunday, Oct. 4.<\/p>\n