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For many people, going to a local farmers market is a shopping excursion, not only for fresh food, but for fresh ideas in food preparation. You can sample a new fruit or vegetable or just interact with the farmer/grower and find out where your food came from and how it was grown. Many farmers offer advice...
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Well, the weather outside may not be frightful this December (knock on wood...), but these holiday events are certainly delightful! There's plenty to do and see this month in Oakland County -- just check out our list below! Auburn Hills Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops November 10th through...
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11-19-2012
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Filed under: Royal Oak, Ferndale, Birmingham, Oakland County, Farmington Hills, Rochester, Walter P. Chrysler, Auburn Hills, Parade, Lake Orion, festival, Holly, Meadowbrook, Rochester Hills, Santa Claus, christmas tree lighting, Holiday, Dickens, Novi, 2012, Winter Activity, Tree Lighting, events
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While the big boats will be flying across the Detroit River a few weeks earlier (July 13th-15th) in the 103rd running of the APBA Gold Cup , Oakland County has it’s own championship power boat race, The 13th Annual " Quake on the Lake ", on Pontiac Lake, July 21st-22nd. While the speeds...
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Now in it's 5th year, Oakland County along with Oakland County Parks, the City of Rochester and Rochester Downtown Development Authority have teamed up for the 2012 Fire & Ice Fest in Downtown Rochester. This family friendly, free 3 day event, has been rescheduled to February 24-26, 2012 , due...
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01-03-2012
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Filed under: Oakland County, Rochester, Oakland County Parks, ice carving, Fireworks, snowboarding, x-country skiing, Bright Light Show, sledding, Fire and Ice, 2012
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Like rowing or swimming, cross country skiing is a workout that uses every major muscle group. It will help you keep of some of the pounds you’ve gained during the holiday feeding fest while getting a breath of fresh air (for those who spend most of the winter in front of the TV waiting for spring...
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All throughout August and September , there are boundless opportunities to enjoy a day of amazing art, food, and fun! Visit an Art Fair near you before Summer 2010 comes to a close! Buy some fantastic pieces to bring in the fall or lighten up a room, or just go to window shop and enjoy the community...
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08-03-2010
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Filed under: Art, Royal Oak, Ferndale, Birmingham, Oakland County, Rochester, Milford, 2010, fair, Rochester Hills, Art Fair, August, Brighton, September
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Michigan winters bring lots of snow in and around Oakland County. Often times families spend too much time indoors and don't get the benefits of outdoor exercise. Two activities Oakland County families can do in the winter time are skiing and snowboarding. H ere are 4 popular ski hills in and around...
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Updated list can be found here The following are farmers markets located throughout Oakland County: Birmingham Farmers Market Location: Lot #6 North Old Woodward north of Harmon Hours: Sundays, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Contact: 248-433-3550 Details: Fruits, vegetables, flowers, kids crafts, live entertainment...
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09-08-2009
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Filed under: Royal Oak, Birmingham, Southfield, Oakland County, Walled Lake, Farmers Market, Clarkston, Rochester, Farmington, Milford, Wixom
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[ Please note - this post is from a few years ago, and the Fridge has been since closed. See what you missed here ] Looking for a thilling rush in the cold? The Fridge is a refridgerated tobboggan run that takes you swooshing down a 55-foot drop then along 1,000 feet at speeds in excess of 30 miles per...
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See latest updates to this post here Birmingham Farmers Market Location: Lot #6 North Old Woodward north of Harmon Hours: Sundays, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Contact: 248-433-3550 Details: Fruits, vegetables, flowers, kids crafts, live entertainment and fresh prepared food Clarkston Farmers Market Location: Downtown...