Do You Have a Green Thumb?

image: DagsDownunder The MSU Extension Oakland County Master Gardener Training Program will begin on August 23, 2011 and run through November 15, 2011. This is a 13 week class, which meets on Tuesdays from 9:00 am -1:00 pm.  Each session focuses on a different horticultural topic that will prepare you to fulfill a 40-hour community …

Spring on the Farm Event

The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm will be holding their traditional Spring on the Farm on Saturday, May 21 from 10-4 p.m. Admission is $ 7 per person, ages 2 and up, and $5 for Museum members. Activities include The Barnyard Express Farm show at 11, 1, and 2p.m., Tiny Paws Rescue League …

Armed Forces Guest Appreciation Day at Oakland County Parks

WHAT: Oakland County Parks and Recreation is offering free park entry to all guests in honor of Armed Forces Day. Guests can enjoy the natural areas and trails at Addison Oaks, Highland Oaks, Independence Oaks and Rose Oaks county parks. The dog parks at Lyon Oaks, Orion Oaks and Red Oaks are ideal for dogs …

Free Kids Event at Bloomer Park

Enjoy an afternoon of free  fun with the kids at Bloomer Park.  Check out the Rochester and Rochester Hills fire departments, go for a ride on an old fashioned fire truck, learn fire safety, have your bikes and helmets inspected and more! What:  Kids Day at the Park When:  Saturday, May 14, 2011 noon-3pm Where:  …

Milford Farmers Market Starts Tomorrow

Beginning May 5, downtown Milford will usher in a new Milford Farmers’ Market season. Every Thursday, the market attracts area residents and visitors alike with its wide variety of Michigan-made produce, products and family-friendly entertainment.   Milford Farmers’ Market runs from 3-8 p.m. every Thursday, bringing Michigan-based farmers, producers and artisans together in a vibrant …

Farmers Market Opening Day

Downtown Rochester’s Farmers Market opens May 7! Located at the corner of E. Third and Water Street, just one block East of Main St.  The market will be open every Saturday, May 7 through October 29 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market carries only Michigan made produce, fresh cut flowers, homemade baked goods, …