Community activities<\/p>\n
\u2022 Art in the Village: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 and 10 a.m.4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, artists, handcrafters, food trucks and live music, Depot Park, 375 Depot Road, Village of Clarkston.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Rochester Posed: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, vote for your favorite Rock & Roll Hall of Fame live mannequin display while shopping, dining in Downtown Rochester. Vote-to-text available from 7-9 p.m. Winners will be announced Friday, Oct. 2. downtownrochestermi.com\/rochester-posed<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Wixom Block Party: 3-10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, downtown Wixom. Live entertainment, local food eateries, food trucks, carnival games and family-friendly activities, magic and juggling shows, local shopping and dancing. Free public parking along Pontiac Trail, Wixom Civic Center, Wixom Elementary and First Baptist Church of Wixom. Business parking lots for customers only.<\/p>\n \u2022 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.<\/p>\n \u2022 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\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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 and proceeds benefit the Auburn Hills Recreation Scholarship Fund, ezrunevents.com\/golden-harvest-run<\/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 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 Bloomfield Township Open House: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. Enjoy treats while exploring the services the Township offers. At noon the fire department will conduct a live demonstration with life-saving and fire prevention tips. The police department will have a dunk tank and interactive driving simulator, families can participate in \u201cPassport to Fun,\u201d coordinated by the Clerk\u2019s Office for kids to create their own passport and enter it into a raffle for prizes. There will be live animals, rock climbing, health screening, lego table, building a doghouse and live stage performances, Bloomfield Township campus, 4200 Telegraph road, Bloomfield Township. bloomfieldtwpmi.gov\/openhouse.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Wizarding World: Sept. 18-19 and 25-26, climb and zip through the trees after dark with themed lighting and music, TreeRunner Rochester Adventure Park & Putt Forest, located on the campus of Oakland University, 7553 Meadow Brook Road, Rochester. Tickets, treerunnerparks.com\/rochester\/fall-festivities\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Blankets & Cider on the Rooftop: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. Cider, donuts, live music by Angela Grace, spooky shopping with local vendors. Free, bring your own blanket. The Foundry, 35 W. Huron Street, Pontiac. Vendor set up free. facebook.com\/events\/2843373469388609\/?activetab=discussion<\/a><\/p>\n Festivals\/Shows<\/p>\n \u2022 Oktoberfest: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sept. 19-20, Live music and DJ, beer and brats, giant pretzels, polka, dancing, games, and shopping. Contests are for ages 21+ include, barrel rolling races, stein races, best dressed, sausage speed eating, and steinholding. Kids activities include a hay pyramid, decorating pumpkins in Dee\u2019s Pumpkin Patch. Canterbury Village, 2325 Josylyn Road, Lake Orion. Ages 12 and under free. Pay at gate, $5\/cash, $6\/card or $4.35 online including fee, canterburyvillagecom.ticketspice.com\/canterbury<\/a><\/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. michrenfest.com<\/a>\/ Renaissance Festival is located at, 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly.<\/p>\n \u2022 Troy Daze: 4-9 p.m. 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. www.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 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<\/a><\/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 \u2022 Davisburg Antique Festival: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, Over 400 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\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Down on the Farm: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 26-27, petting zoo, pumpkin bowling, hay pyramid, games, crafts, punkin chunkin, venders, scarecrow contest, tractors and photo ops, Canterbury Village, 2325 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion. Tickets at gate, $5\/cash or $6\/card. Online, canterburyvillagecom.ticketspice.com\/down-on-the-farm-fest-2026<\/a><\/p>\n Parks\/Outdoor activities<\/p>\n \u2022 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 Imlay 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\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Boulan Park Inclusive Play Area: Opening of Phase 1 of the new Inclusive Play area takes place at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Structure features include, Saddle Climber, fire pole, crux climber, double wave slide, tunnel slide and more, Boulan Park, 3671 Crooks Road, Troy.<\/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 for more information.<\/p>\n \u2022 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?npage=2\u00a0<\/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 Yoga Wellness Series: noon-12:45 p.m. Sept. 19. Farmer\u2019s Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. OCmarket@oakgov.com<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Lakeside Lights \u2013 Hike the Night: 6-9 p.m. Oct. 17, food, fire and a lighted stroll, Independence Oaks \u2013 Boat House, Independence Township.<\/p>\n Educational<\/p>\n \u2022 Countering Election Sabotage: League of Women Voters Oakland Area (LWVOA) invites the public to attend a free educational presentation at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23 at the Bloomfield Township Senior Center, 4315 Andover Road, Bloomfield. Topics include, how to protect your voting rights and deal with election sabotage. my.lwv.org\/michigan\/oakland-area<\/a><\/p>\n Seniors<\/p>\n \u2022 Senior Market Day: Shop and Connect: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 24. Oakland County residents age 60 and older receive a $5 coupon voucher toward the purchase of fruit and vegetables after completing a short survey. 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 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<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Remembering Patsy Kline Tribute Band: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, a walk through the story of Patsy Kline with music and choreography, Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, Troy. $10 with registration. recregistration.troymi.gov\/MI\/troy-mi\/catalog?filterc2VhcmNoPTM3ODE4MT<\/a> No tickets sold at the door.<\/p>\n \u2022 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\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Walk This Way: a 6-week 55+ walking series focused on mindfulness, pacing, balance, and strength. Select sessions will feature \u201cWalk and Talk\u201d guest experts. Series is 10-11 a.m. Thursdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 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<\/a><\/p>\n Fundraisers<\/p>\n \u2022 Hometown Hustle 5K and Color Run: 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, The Rochester Community Schools Foundation event begins at 8 a.m. with the Opening Ceremony, followed by the color run at 8:10 and 5K at 8:30 a.m. Participants can run or walk a 5K loop that begins at the Chief Financial Credit Union Headquarters, 200 Diversion Street, Rochester Hills, and runs through Downtown Rochester, the Rochester Municipal Park, and the Paint Creek and Clinton River Trails. Registration is $30 for adults and $20 for children under 18. One registration allows for participation in both the color run and 5K. runsignup.com\/Race\/MI\/Rochester\/19thAnnualHometownHustle5K1MileSuperheroColorRunWalk<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Walk to End Alzheimer\u2019s: Sunday, Sept. 27 at the Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile, in Royal Oak. The walk begins at 7:30 a.m. with the Promise Garden, each participant will receive a Promise Garden flower to plant and one to keep before the 9:45 a.m. opening ceremony. The walk route is 1.5 miles around the Zoo with shorter options available. Complimentary water and light refreshments available before the walk, bring your own bottle for filling stations and concessions will open at 10 a.m. Pre-walk entertainment includes music, kids area with face painting and temporary tattoos, team tailgate and photos. Everyone 2 years old and older must be registered to enter the Zoo. To preregister and for latest updates, visit alz.org\/walk.<\/a> Registration and tickets also available at gate. All funds raised through Walk to End Alzheimer\u2019s support the care, support, and research efforts of the Alzheimer\u2019s Association.<\/p>\n Walk to Defeat ALS: Saturday, Sept. 26, check-in is 7:30 a.m. followed by the Opening Ceremony at 9:15 a.m. The walk begins at 9:30 a.m. Registered participants who raise $100 or more will receive an exclusive Walk to Defeat ALS T-shirt (check registration for t-shirt rules), Funds raised provide help and for those living with ALS by supporting patient care, advocacy, and research to find treatments and a cure, Detroit Zoo, 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak. To register as an individual or with a team, or to donate, secure2.convio.net\/alsa\/site\/TR?fr_id=17379&pg=entry<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Jingle Bells & Power Cords, The Big Holiday Battle of the Bands: A virtual holiday cover battle benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan. The deadline for applications for the Nov. 27 launch is Sept. 18. Bands, solo artists, duos, choirs, vocalists, rappers, DJ\u2019s, producers, ensembles, student musicians, and creative collaborators may apply. Artist application and event information, bbbsbotb.org<\/a>. Free, with the winner receiving 10 percent and runner-up receiving 5 percent of the total amount raised.<\/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. There is a price increase after Sept. 1. Register at go.ranh.org\/SAH\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Jax + You Give Back Fundraiser: Weekends, through Sept. 20. Jax Car Wash kicks off its fundraiser to benefit local organizations, including CARE House of Oakland County and Canine Advocates of Fenton (a program of CARE House of Oakland County). Customers who visit any Jax Location in Michigan and donate $10 or more will receive a free Exterior Basic Plus wash for their next visit. Jax will match every dollar donated, up to $10,000.<\/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\/?activetab=discussion<\/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 Adult Beginning Dulcimer Series: 3-3:30 p.m. Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 3. Adults who want to learn to play an instrument will learn the basics of the dulcimer and will be able to play 7 songs at the end of the 3-week series, free with registration, Brandon Township Public Library, 304 South Street, Ortonville. brandonlibrary.org\/events-calendar#\/events\/<\/a><\/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 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 Pumpkin Painting: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register, berkleymi.gov.\/library<\/a>. 248-658-3440.<\/p>\n \u2022 Treasures in the Trunk Sale: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, $20 per parking space, White Lake Township Library, 11005 Elizabeth Lake Road, White Lake.\u00a0 friends@whitelakelibrary.org<\/a>. Call to reserve your spot at 248.842.5711.<\/p>\n \u2022 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\/eventscalendar##\/events\/iYamsWZxix<\/a><\/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. 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. 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 Unplugged: 5-8 p.m. Sept. 19, Blake\u2019s Orchard and Cider Mill, 61475 Silver Lake Road, South Lyon. facebook.com\/search\/topq=blake%27s%20orchard%20unplugged<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 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<\/a><\/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. facebook.com\/howellsundayfarmersmarket\/<\/a><\/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.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 Spicer Orchards: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, at 10411 Clyde, Fenton, 810-632-7692, x<\/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, 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>,<\/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.<\/a><\/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 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<\/a>, 248-858-5495.<\/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<\/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, 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\u00a0<\/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 Note: Events are subject to change; check with venue websites for updates. To submit an event, visit www.theoaklandpress.com\/events<\/a> and allow two weeks\u2019 notice for scheduled events.<\/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, 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 Miniature Train Rides: noon-4 p.m. Oct. 3-4. 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The Highland Fling returned to Michigan Renaissance Festival grounds Aug. 29-30, featuring traditional Scottish games and reenactors portraying life in 17th and 18th century Scotland.<\/p>\n![\""Carnevil](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/TOP-L-GoDo-Glenlore0918-01.jpg\")
“Carnevil 2” is open from Sept. 18 through Nov. 1 at Glenlore Trails in Commerce Township. (Photo courtesy of Blowflower Creative)<\/p>\n![\"market\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/TOP-L-Community-CALENDAR-0503-01.jpg\")
The Oakland County Farmers Market is open for summer hours, 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. (Photo courtesy of the Oakland County Parks)<\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RO-Farmers-Market-1.jpg\")
The Royal Oak Farmers Market at 316 E. 11 Mile Road. FILE PHOTO<\/p>\n