Royal Oak – October 14, 2019
I got my flu shot today. It came with a spiffy purple bandage with some weird design on it. I figured if I was going to take my kids to get their vaccination, I should lead by example.
It’s not going to help put their minds at ease, though. It will be a battle to get them in the car, out of the car, and then when it’s over and they’ve undoubtedly survived the ordeal, they’ll be mad at me for a while.
My conscience is clear.
However, if this year is anything like last year, I’m not sure who was more traumatized—them or me. They gave me a run for my money. When kids don’t want to do something, like get a shot, they suddenly become slippery, wet noodles with superhuman strength that can fit in any crevasse. I had no idea it was going to be so hard to get a 50-pound kid out of a Ford Fusion. By the time we got in the doctor’s office, we were all sweaty, some were crying, and no one was happy.
I guess this is part of the reason I run 5ks. Wish me luck.
Rebecca
City Hall Open House
Join the fun on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the City Hall Open House. Come and enjoy the Royal Oak Historical Society displays of memorabilia and photos from decades past of city hall in action. Take an up-close and personal tour of city hall behind the scenes including the city commission chambers (your photo at the “horseshoe”); former judges chamber; conference room and more.
Medication Take-Back: Drop Off Unused Pills Oct. 25
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 72,000 Americans died from drug overdoses in 2017 with opioids accounting for nearly 68% of these deaths. To turn the tide on the nation’s opioid epidemic, community members need a safe and convenient way to dispose of unused medications.
Beaumont Health and local law enforcement agencies are encouraging people to drop off unused or expired prescribed medications on Friday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. This includes over-the-counter medications and other drugs. No questions asked. Organizers prefer pills be in a plastic baggie. Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak will also accept medical sharps. Go to 3711 W. 13 Mile Road, Administration Building on the campus of Beaumont, Royal Oak.
Enjoy Fall Colors
“Fall Color” is being held at Tenhave Woods on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m. Park at the Lexington and Marais lot and meet at the Lexington entrance. This is the most beautiful time of the year to take a look at two nature parks. There is no preregistration or cost.
Free Estate Planning Talk
With anecdotes, insider insight, a fresh perspective and a little humor thrown in, retired Oakland County Register and attorney Jill Koney Daly, will discuss guardianships, conservatorships, estate planning tools, the misconceptions about probate and the unappreciated pitfalls of joint ownership. This is a FREE general informational program and will not result in specific legal advice, however you will walk away with a basic working knowledge about these topics, so you can impress your family and friends, avoid some common mistakes and be a more informed legal consumer. The event is Nov. 8 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Leo Mahany / Harold Meininger Senior Community Center. Please call to reserve your space by Nov. 4, at 248-246-3900.
Metromode is reporting that, “Farmington residents gathered at the Civic Theater on October 1 to hear a panel discussion called ‘A Design Discussion Downtown,’ moderated by Farmington DDA President Todd Craft.”
The Farmington Department of Public Services is asking residents who have mailboxes at the road edge to prepare for winter by 
Learn about the state of your local communities on Friday, Oct. 25. The event starts with breakfast at 8 a.m. The program begins at 8:45 a.m. at Farina’s Banquet Center, 2485 Coolidge Hwy. in Berkley.
Listen to Jeff Morrison, author of Guardians of Detroit, as he presents his photos of Detroit. He has more than 100 spectacular close-up pictures of architectural sculpture from throughout Detroit. The event is on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at the library. You will also learn about the symbolism behind the ornamentation and hear some of the untold stories of the artists, artisans and architects involved in its creation, all drawn from the book.
Troy Youth Assistance and Troy Tech Talks are screening the compelling new documentary LIKE, about the impact of social media on our lives, on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m., at Troy High School Auditorium, 4777 Northfield Parkway.
Jamboree-on-the-Air, or JOTA, is the largest Scouting event in the world. It is held annually over the third full weekend in October. JOTA uses amateur radio to link Scouts and amateur radio operators, or “hams,” around the world, around the nation, and in the local community.
Shake the ink-stained hands of over 40 local authors and celebrate reading, writing, and Michigan at Books & Authors. The party is at Leon & Lulu on Saturday, Oct. 20, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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On the third Monday of every month, those in need of food can stop by Grace Apostolic Church at 700 E. Elmwood Ave. Food bags can be picked up at The Community Food Bank from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
As the weather gets colder, it’s nice to bundle up. With the help of the Clawson Fire Department, a local Eagle Scout is collecting new or gently used, clean blankets for the homeless. There is a collection bin on the front porch of the fire station until Thursday, Oct. 17.
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