Farmington – December 9, 2019

Farmington – December 9, 2019

by | Dec 9, 2019 | Farmington News

Farmington Flower Shop has 19th-Century Roots

In 1932, Imogene Ely Bicking was still living on her family’s 1800s farm at Power and Shiawassee roads in Farmington. At 40-something, she started making pottery and selling it at local markets, but she found it easier to sell with flowers in it. This was the birth of Springbrook Gardens Florist, located in an old barn that was once part of the Ely dairy farm.

Step inside the more than 150-year-old structure, whose rooms sit underneath Power Road, as owner Rick Hatfield points out, and it feels like not much has changed. Fieldstone walls harken back to what Hatfield said is a circa 1832 foundation, with century-old greenhouses around back.

Read more on this Farmington treasure in Local Business News.

Harry Potter Skate

Grab your wands and skates because the popular Harry Potter and the Holiday Skate is back. On Dec. 28 from 6 to 9 p.m., the Riley Park Skate Rink will be transformed into a wizarding community. The cost is $5 per person, or $20 per family, which includes music and a Horcrux scavenger hunt. Butterbeer will also be on tap. Grab your broomstick and head over before the fun apparates.

Adult-Only Craft Night

Get crafty with at the library! Participants will learn hands-on crafting techniques and get to take their creation home with them. Supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity. Registration is required.

Craft night is hosted in the Main Library Conference Room A on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at 11 a.m.

Blood Drive at the Library

Give the gift of life this holiday season by donating blood. The blood drive runs from 1 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at the library.

Register online with sponsor code: FarmingtonCL or call 248-553-0321 ext. 250 to schedule your appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Rebecca Calappi

Rebecca Calappi

City News Editor

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Auburn Hills – December 9, 2019

Auburn Hills – December 9, 2019

by | Dec 9, 2019 | Auburn Hills News

They Rule the Roast: Friends Team Up to Sell Delicious Coffee Online

Mike Kneffel happened to be at a class reunion in 2018 with Paul Mercieca — a boyhood pal from his old Detroit neighborhood — when he asked if Paul’s brother Joe was still roasting his own coffee.

“Joe’s coffee is really good,” replied Mercieca.

Kneffel recalled that Joe had roasted his own coffee in his basement for more than 20 years. “You ought to try some,” Mercieca said.

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Auburn Hills Teen Council Sock Drive

The Auburn Hills Teen Council is hosting a sock drive at the beginning of the year and donating all collections to homeless shelters. Donations can be made at the Auburn Hills Community Center. All socks must be new. Keep an eye on our social media pages for the official start.

Blood Drive

When thinking about ways you can give back this holiday season, have you considered giving blood? There will be a Blood Drive at the Auburn Hills Community Center on Friday, Jan. 3, from 1 to 7 p.m.

To schedule an appointment, please visit RedCrossBlood.org (Sponsor Code: auburnhills) or call 800-733-2767 or Denise Deschaine at 313-969-5971.

Fleece Donations Needed

Auburn Hills Senior Services needs donations of 1.5 yard sections of fleece to make fleece tie blankets for Operation Cover Me at the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.

Donations can be dropped off to the Auburn Hills Community Center until Dec. 23.

For more information, call 248-370-9353.

Rebecca Calappi

Rebecca Calappi

City News Editor

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Mount Clemens – December 9, 2019

Mount Clemens – December 9, 2019

by | Dec 9, 2019 | Mount Clemens City News

Give “The Clem”

If you are looking for way to show your Mount Clemens pride or a great gift idea, why not official Mount Clemens apparel and goods?  Hats, hoodies, T-shirts, tote bags and more are available.

To purchase, please visit City Hall, One Crocker Boulevard.

Seeking Local Treasure Nominations

Do you know someone who makes Mount Clemens a better place to live, work or play? If so, nominate them as a Mount Clemens Local Treasure. Local Treasures are Mount Clemens residents who have made a positive contribution to the city, however large or small, and the city would like to recognize them for all of their good deeds. To nominate someone for Local Treasure, please use a nomination form and send it to City Hall by Dec. 16.

Help Keep Kids Warm

There are only a few days left for the winter clothes drive for kids at Pops’ Sweets an Treats. So far, they have about 500 pounds of clothes right now, but the goal is to break 600 pounds. If you have any kids’ clothes not being used, please drop it off at the store and help the kids of Mt. Clemens stay warm this winter. The clothing drive ends Dec. 15.

Brunch with Santa

Gather up the kids and enjoy a Christmas-themed Brunch at O’Halloran’s Public House. Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Santa will mingle with the children and take photos. You must provide your own camera and photos are complimentary. Call 586-329-1252 as reservations are preferred.

Rebecca Calappi

Rebecca Calappi

City News Editor

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Clawson – December 9, 2019

Clawson – December 9, 2019

by | Dec 9, 2019 | Clawson News

Nostalgia Draws Customers to Clawson’s Scoop Vintage

Here’s the scoop on downtown Clawson’s Scoop Vintage: It’s a nostalgic place where an array of items from bygone eras can easily hook customers.

In the case of Birmingham’s Kim Simon and her mom, Leslie Darga of Royal Oak, they were so impressed with what they saw in the 1,000 square-foot store on 14 Mile that they left with $100 worth of purchases and intended to tell friends and family members about it.

“It’s well organized. Everything’s laid out nicely,” Simon said. “It’s not too overpacked. Some (stores) are too big and overpacked.”

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Lunch with Santa

The GFWC Clawson Women’s Club will once again host Lunch With Santa on Dec. 14 at Hunter Community Center. Tickets must be purchased in advance at Hunter Community Center. The cost includes lunch, a visit with Santa and a small gift. Get your tickets early for some fun—and don’t forget your camera for some great pictures.

Community Food Bank

If you’re in need of food, the Clawson Community Food Bank is open the third Monday of every month. You can pick up food bags from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Grace Apostolic Church, 700 E. Elmwood Avenue.

If you’re looking for a way to help locally, food donation boxes are in city buildings and local businesses. The food bank needs boxed dinners, cereal, canned fruits and veggies, canned soup, pasta and sauce, tuna, instant oatmeal, macaroni and cheese, peanut butter, jelly, rice, stuffing, crackers and juice boxes.

Call 248-435-4500 or 248-736-6320 for more information.

Police Toy Drive

It’s the last week to help the Clawson Police Department fill a cruiser with toys for less fortunate children. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 12. The police are looking to fill two cruisers this year for Clawson children.

Rebecca Calappi

Rebecca Calappi

City News Editor

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Royal Oak – December 9, 2019

Royal Oak – December 9, 2019

by | Dec 9, 2019 | Royal Oak News

Royal Oak Jingle

Downtown Royal Oak will be brimming with holiday merriment during the Royal Oak Jingle, on Saturday, Dec. 14, and Sunday, Dec. 15. The holiday festivities include the Cookie Crawl, Lighted Holiday Parade, Holiday Marketplace, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, live entertainment, reindeer and more! For a schedule go to www.ROjingle.com.

Bucharest Grill Coming to Royal Oak

The famed Detroit restaurant, Bucharest Grill, is planning a new location outside the city limits right in Royal Oak. Set to open in Woodward Corners, the restaurant will offer carry-out only. The owner is hoping to open in the late spring.

Take the Age-Friendly Royal Oak Survey

Whether you are a senior, take care of a senior or are considering what being a senior in Royal Oak will be like for you, the city wants to hear from you.

The next focus group will meet on Jan. 11, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Mahany-Meininger Senior Community Center. The first 70 people to RSVP will receive a free lunch. Call 248-246-3200 to save your spot.

Can’t make a focus group? Take the survey from the comfort of your own home.

Mammals of Tenhave

Ever wonder what creeps around Tenhave Woods? Dress warm and attend “Mammals of Tenhave” at Tenhave Woods on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. Park at the Lexington and Marais lot, and meet at the Lexington entrance. Participants will look for signs of the mammals that live in Tenhave Woods. There is no preregistration or cost.

Rebecca Calappi

Rebecca Calappi

City News Editor

To share your news, announcements, and events, please email citynewseditor@localbiznews.net