Community Calendar

The countdown is on. Don't miss Clarkston's favorite charity golf outing, where every swing helps families find affordable housing.

In just six weeks, golfers, business leaders, and community supporters will gather for the 4th Annual Connecting Fore a Cause presented by Oakwood Construction, and we'd love for you to be part of it.

Enjoy an 18-hole scramble, Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar, breakfast, strolling lunch, dinner buffet with a DJ spinning yacht rock, prizes, games, networking, and a full day on the course, all while helping local families access affordable housing and build brighter futures.

More than 92 golfers have already registered, and fewer than 8 foursomes remain. Reserve your spot today before registration closes.

Play Golf. Build Community. Change Lives.

Foursome: $600
Individual Golfer: $150
Sponsorships: Starting at $250

Looking to grow your visibility in the community? Sponsorship opportunities put your brand in front of golfers, local businesses, and community leaders while supporting a mission that matters.

Grab Your Clubs. Change a Life.

Mango Gives Back Summer Giveaway

Date & Time:
July 25, 2026, 9AM to 9PM

Location:
Mango Cannabis New Buffalo, 10227 US-12, New Buffalo, MI 49117

Event Description:
Summer celebrations are in full swing at Mango Cannabis New Buffalo! Mark your calendar for the Mango Gives Back Summer Giveaway- one of the biggest giveaways in the region! Enter for a chance to win a 2-year car lease plus $5,000 in cash and enjoy a full day of free food trucks, major deals and giveaways. Whether you're a local or passing through one of the Midwest's hottest vacation destinations, this is a Mango celebration you won't want to miss!

Looking to land your next tech gig — or bring your talent back home? Tech Homecoming is the ultimate networking event for job seekers, featuring top local tech companies, free headshots, door prizes, and a relaxed, fun atmosphere with food and drinks. Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned pro, come see why Ann Arbor is the place to grow your career.

The 2026 summit will bring together venture capitalists, angel investors, and founders to explore investment trends and growth strategies and see pitches from 15 startups. Watch innovation in action as high-growth startups pitch for a chance at $50,000 investments in mobility, IT, and healthcare. Finalists compete for a bonus People’s Choice award — bringing the total prize pool to $200,000. Whether you’re an investor, founder, or tech enthusiast, this is your front-row seat to Michigan’s next big thing.

Celebrate Invention is an annual event that honors University of Michigan inventors and the growing impact of U-M innovations.

Event highlights include demonstrations from promising U-M startups, discussion panels featuring prominent inventors and alumni, networking opportunities and the Distinguished University Innovator of the Year Award presentation ceremony.

Event Schedule:

3-4pm: Distinguished University Innovator of the Year Presentation & Panel

4-6pm: Networking Reception

Brainstorm your ideal first job and leave with an action plan to start your career in Michigan's high tech economy.

‘Start Your Modern Career’ is a hands-on workshop distilled from our experience mentoring almost 500 interns in the Digital Summer Clinic. Learn how to make an immediate impact. Brainstorm your ideal first job leveraging your background and education. Leave with an action plan for resume building, networking, and beating AI screening bots. Coffee and lunch provided.

The FastTrack Awards recognize the companies and leaders shaping the future of the region through innovation, growth, and community impact. The annual FastTrack gazelle awards honor businesses that have achieved 20% or greater revenue growth over the past three years. New this year, two additional awards will spotlight outstanding small businesses and individuals whose contributions strengthen the community.

From high-growth companies to local changemakers, the honorees represent the talent, entrepreneurship, and leadership that drive the region forward. Attendees will have the opportunity to celebrate their achievements, connect with fellow business and community leaders, and hear a keynote presentation.

From lab bench to market launch, this event explores the full spectrum of life sciences entrepreneurship. Connect with researchers, executives, and investors shaping health tech and bioinnovation in Washtenaw County. Panels and speakers will tackle funding gaps, regulatory challenges, and emerging opportunities facing life sciences companies today.

A must-attend for life sciences professionals and innovators, the event also complements the following day’s MichBio Michigan Medical Device Summit, creating a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders and deepen connections across Michigan’s life sciences ecosystem.

Advanced mobility is defined as technologies that enable the movement of people, goods, and information in safer, more sustainable, and more accessible ways. The Mobility Summit will highlight how sustained innovation is driven by integrated systems across industry, partnerships, and applied research. By showcasing regional capabilities and collaborative infrastructure, the summit aims to attract industry, talent, and investment to the region.