Jul 31 Wednesday
The Michigan Primary is coming up on August 6th. Just a week out from the election, on July 31st, join Michigan Public's Political Director Zoe Clark and Senior Capitol Correspondent Rick Pluta and their panelists for our next Issues & Ale: It's Just Politics - Countdown to the Michigan Primary.
It will be a fast-paced discussion about the upcoming primary as the It's Just Politics team and their panelists dig into the Republican and Democratic races for the open U.S. Senate seat and the make-up of Michigan's Congressional delegation, plus the latest out of Lansing!
Attend in person or watch online. Free admission, but in person space is limited so advance registration is needed.
Aug 01 Thursday
You can join Stateside host April Baer on a nine-day adventure to Hawaii. You’ll visit Oahu, the Big Island, and Maui, and explore the beauty, history, and culture of the islands. Relax in paradise, witness spectacular waterfalls and enjoy lush tropical foliage with your fellow travelers.
Learn more about the trip at this free online information session on Thursday, August 1st at 7PM.
Aug 21 Wednesday
Michigan Public’s book club, Michigan Public Reads, has announced its next featured book: Deus X by Lansing native Stephen Mack Jones. We'll be discussing the book Wednesday, August 21. Author Stephen Mack Jones will join the weekend morning host and producer for All Things Considered, Katheryne Friske, and other Michigan Public staff members in Detroit for a conversation about the book. This event is open to the public and readers are encouraged to join. There will also be a Zoom option for statewide listeners.
Jul 26 Friday
The Wish-A-Mile Bicycle Tour is the single-largest fundraising event for the Michigan chapter, started in 1987 with four friends who challenged each other to ride 300 miles from Canton to Mackinac. This event has continued to grow from these humble beginnings into an amazing, heartwarming journey of dedicated cyclists and volunteers. You can help make transformational wishes come true for Michigan children battling critical illnesses by joining us for the 37th annual Wish-A-Mile Bicycle Tour happening July 26-28, 2024.
Join us at Beacon Park, along with renowned DJ Tom T and Lumen Detroit, for our curated Summer Eco Sessions Pop-Up Series on select Fridays.
Start your weekend with uplifting music sets, delicious food from Lumen’s patio menu and skyline city views from our eco-friendly garden, patio or rooftop.
Events will also feature reserved seating areas where you can enjoy handcrafted, summer-themed cocktails, mocktails and special beverage tastings. Each event begins at 6 p.m. and is recommended for adults ages 21+. Non-reserved areas of the park will remain open to all visitors as usual.
Seating capacity is limited, so reservations are strongly encouraged. Additional seating in select areas of the patio, rooftop and garden are first come, first served.
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI – Rochester Christian University Theatre Company and UnCovered Theatre Company present Shakespeare Upon Avon: Hamlet, an outdoor production directed by Robert Arbaugh, MFA.
Every summer the Rochester Christian University Theatre Company partners with UnCovered Theatre Company to produce the award-winning Shakespeare festival: Shakespeare Upon Avon. Professional actors and directors from around the country come together on RCU's campus each year to perform some of the Bard's best plays. This year’s show is one of Shakespeare’s best-known tragedies: Hamlet. Grab your favorite lawn chair and join us for a fun evening of Shakespeare in beautiful Lake Norcentra Park!
Performances of Hamlet will be July 18-20 and July 25-27 at 7:30 p.m. All performances will take place on the campus of Rochester Christian University at 800 W. Avon Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48307, in the outdoor theatre behind Palmer Hall. Accessing the outdoor theatre requires walking down fifteen (15) steps. Limited bench seating is available but bringing a lawn chair is recommended. Tickets are $5 for students and $13 in advance ($16 at the door) for adults. Tickets purchased at the door with credit cards are subject to processing fees. To purchase tickets online and find more info, visit www.rcu.edu/rcu-theatre-music/. If you have questions, call (248) 218-2149 or e-mail theatre@rochesteru.edu.
Jul 27 Saturday
DATE(S):Saturday, July 27
TIME(S):1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
AGE RANGE(S):Ages 12 and younger
ABOUT THIS EVENT
🌊 Get ready for an amazing day at Lake Fest, hosted by Ford House! Imagine spending a sunny afternoon by Lake St. Clair with your family, exploring all our fun activities.
At Lake Fest, we’re celebrating the beauty of the lake and all the cool animals and people that live around it. We’re also talking about how important it is to take care of the lake and keep it healthy for everyone to enjoy.
Families, this event is for you! There’s tons of stuff to do, whether you’re a kid or a grown-up. You can try out hands-on activities, participate in projects, and meet awesome community partners who care about the lake just like us.
Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:
🚤 Meet the brave Coast Guard and learn about what they do to keep our waters safe.🔍 Go on a super fun scavenger hunt around our place and see what cool things you can find.🎣 Try “fishing” and see if you can catch some fun memories!🦆 Learn about the animals that live around Ford House and Lake St. Clair.🔬 Hang out with cool science teachers from the Michigan Science Center and do some cool experiments.💧 Team up with the Clinton River Water Council to learn how we can help keep our water clean.🐟 Meet a live sturgeon from the DNR Adventure Center and discover why they’re so special.Don’t miss out on the fun at Lake Fest! Keep an eye out for more details, and be sure to grab your tickets soon. Get ready for a day of adventure at Ford House’s Lake Fest! 🌟
Jul 28 Sunday
Join us in the vineyard for a day dedicated to sipping, shopping, and supporting local small businesses – name a perfect combination! Shop from dozens of vendors bringing amazing handmade goods to the Round Barn Winery & Estate.
Jul 29 Monday
Living and Learning Enrichment Center invites teens and young adults with disabilities to join its enriching and fun-filled summer camps, designed to foster growth, learning, and social connections.
Held on the nonprofit organization’s beautiful 12-acre property located at 801 Griswold St. in Northville, Living and Learning’s camps offer a safe, welcoming environment for campers to explore their interests, develop crucial social and job skills, and forge lasting friendships. Campers also will enjoy various recreational activities, fostering a balance of learning, fun, and personal development.
The 2024 summer camps will run from June 24 through August 15, offering weekly sessions. Participants can choose from two specialized programs:
Camp Lotus: Priced at $475 per week, this program focuses on promoting social skills and personal growth, providing an enriching environment for campers to develop independence and build lasting friendships.Camp Willow: Priced at $525 per week, campers will engage in social and life skill activities with additional support, ensuring a nurturing environment that caters to individual needs and fosters confidence and growth.
For more information and to start the registration process, contact Living and Learning at programs@llecmi.org. Flexible payment plans are available to accommodate family needs, making Living and Learning’s camps accessible to all.
WHAT BETTER WAY IS THERE TO SPEND YOUR SUMMER VACATION?For those of you who would like nothing better than to spend an entire day around horses, Equest Center’s Horsemanship Day Camp is just for you! Our camp is available for all horse lovers of all abilities - beginners through advanced riders. Our ultimate goal is to teach each participant what it would be like to have a horse of their own.At camp, you will enjoy an entire day focused around horses. Boys and girls, 8 years and older of all ability levels will enjoy daily riding lessons, instruction in horse care and feeding, proper tack selection, basic veterinary skills, driving lessons, games and crafts with horse themes, and much more! All campers will participate in a horse show on Friday to showcase their skills learned - parents and spectators are welcome!Sessions are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.Spaces fill up quickly, so don’t delay! Registration forms available on our website at http://equestcenter.org/horsemanship-day-camp/To reserve your spot, contact Camp Coordinator Kelly Alcock at 616-866-3066 ext 101 or at KellyAlcock@equestcenter.orgCAMP DATES & RATESCamp sessions are available at $325 per week.Sessions run Monday – Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm (Special Stars, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Little Wranglers Camp Sessions run from 9:00 am - Noon).Camper Horse Show on Fridays at 2:00 PM for regular camp weeks (Special Stars, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Little Wranglers Camper Horse Show is on Friday at Noon). ~ All Family and friends Invited to attend and cheer your Camper on! ~A $50 NONREFUNDABLE DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED TO HOLD YOUR SPOT. Balance due on the first day of camp.
Jul 30 Tuesday