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Birmingham Shopping District participates in county tourism initiative
BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Shopping District is a part of the Steering Committee for Oakland County’s Tourism and Attraction Strategic Plan.
The project is led by the Oakland County Department of Economic Development, and the steering committee consists of downtown managers, recreation asset managers, lodging and hospitality operators, cultural and historical asset operators, entertainment arts venue operators, a county commissioner, small businesses, local government officials, and destination marketing partners. A consultant team is made up of Tourism Economics, BLKDOG and Think Place Agency. The consultant’s contract has a not to exceed amount of $244,265.00
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — A man linked to a transnational gang suspected in a series of affluent home break-ins across Michigan has been convicted on charges.
Ruiz-Saldias
“The county is working to develop a comprehensive tourism and attraction strategic plan that will quantify the value and impact of tourism in the county, determine sustainable models for tourism development and manage-
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On April 23, Chilean national Ignacio Ruiz-Saldias, 29, was found guilty of one count of conducting a criminal enterprise, a 20-year felony; and three counts of conspiracy to commit second-degree home invasion, a 15-year felony; for his role in various home invasions across Michigan. Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard said Ruiz-Saldias is the first defendant tried in Oakland County with ties to a South American theft ring that he said targeted eight homes in Oakland Township and Rochester Hills, as well as Bloomfield Township, Bloomfield Hills, Grosse Pointe and Ada Township, be-
See RUIZ-SALDIAS on page 20A
The Birmingham Shopping District is working with other organizations throughout the county on the Steering Committee for Oakland County’s Tourism & Attraction Strategic Plan.
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FOOD, MUSIC AND DANCING TO BE FOUND AT LOCAL GREEK FESTIVAL
BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Bloomfield Hills will be hosting another weekend of food, entertainment and culture during its Ya’ssoo Greek Festival.
The festival will take place at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 43816 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills.
The three-day festival will be held rain or shine over Memorial Day weekend. The hours will be 4-10 p.m. Friday, May 23; noon-10 p.m. Saturday, May 24; and noon-
BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
Birmingham students lead initiative to end littering
BIRMINGHAM — Birmingham Public Schools students and staff have taken the initiative to make their school more green.
Michigan’s Public Act 146 of 2006 established the Michigan Green Schools program, a statewide program that helps schools meet environmental goals. Previously an independent 501(c)(3) organization, it is now run by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy’s Environmental Education Program.
Schools can apply to the program each year from Jan. 1 through early March. The online portal, at greenschools-michigan.hub.arcgis.com, shares ideas and information. Every year, a school must renew its certification.
Schools with a Green School certification have completed and documented at least 10 environmental activities that are approved by the program. Depending on the number of activities completed, schools will have varying statuses within the program.
If a school completes 10-14 activities, they will be a Michigan Green School; if a school completes 15-19 activities, they are named a Michigan Emerald School; if a school completes 20 or more activities, they are named a Michigan Evergreen School.
Students attend Bingham Farms Elementary’s all-school cleanup.
Photo provided by Catherine Pardington
There will be dancing and live entertainment at St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Bloomfield Hills’ Ya’ssoo Greek Festival.
Photo provided by St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Bloomfield Hills
Adaptive yoga brings community to those with multiple sclerosis
BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Kathy Willoughby, a Bloomfield Hills resident, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 30 years ago. Six years ago, she discovered the benefits of yoga with the help of Yoga Moves MS, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
At Yoga Moves MS, anyone with multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease or other neuromuscular disorders is offered free adaptive yoga. The organization has been around for 20 years.
Willoughby said that when her neurologist assistant told her about adaptive yoga, she was nervous to try it, at first.
“I was afraid there was no way I was going to be able to do it, not realizing the impact that adaptive yoga could have.”
She praised the support she received from the teachers at Yoga Moves MS.
“They work with you depending on what your ability is, and they work with you to make sure that you’re safe,” Willoughby said. “You can do it from a chair; you can do it from the standing position, but it’s all adaptive, and you do the best you can.”
“As somebody with MS, you don’t know day by day how you’re going to feel. You don’t know, sometimes, hour by hour,” Willoughby said.
However, with the help of the teachers, they are able to adapt the yoga moves based on how a student is feeling each day.
Willoughby said the support and encouragement from the teach-
LEFT: Founder and Director of Yoga Moves MS Mindy Eisenberg teaches an adaptive yoga class. RIGHT: Kathy Willoughby, of Bloomfield Hills, attends a class at Yoga Moves MS. Photos provided by Karen Couf-Cohen
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For any status, schools have to complete two activities from each category: reduce/ reuse/recycle, energy, environmental protection, and miscellaneous.
There are currently 358 Certified Green Schools in Michigan, which is 15 more than last year. Of these, 106 are Michigan Green Schools, 85 are Michigan Emerald Schools and 167 are Michigan Evergreen Schools.
Bingham Farms Elementary’s Green Team
Bingham Farms Elementary, among other Birmingham Public Schools, is a Michigan Evergreen School.
Catherine Pardington, a first grade teacher at Bingham Farms Elementary, helps facilitate the Green Team, which is made up of students who play a huge role in the implementation of this project.
Green Team members help identify areas in the Bingham Farms Elementary community that they feel could be improved. Lucy, a fourth grade student, shared that littering around the playground was one of the issues that the team chose to focus on.
“Each month, we all listened and facilitated with the kids,” Pardington said. “What problem did they notice was happening in the school or in their community? And we brainstormed ideas about how to solve it. So, at the next meeting, they would come together using the ideas that they came up with, and we would work on addressing those needs.”
Right before Earth Day, they held an all-school cleanup where students learned
how to use trash pickers to clean up the school. In order to teach their peers how to use the trash pickers, the Green Team created a video — which Lucy said she found to be really fun.
“Before we made that video and stuff, there was so much more trash on the playground,” Lucy said.
Lucy said she has learned many things while being on the Green Team. The first being, “I learned that Miss Pardington is awesome.” She added, “I started to notice people dropping trash on the ground, and I started to pick it up.”
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Photo provided by Catherine Pardington Green Team members do “chaos gardening” at Bingham Farms Elementary.
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Man arrested in nearly $1,000 Nike clothing heist
BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — A 38-year-old man from Taylor was arrested for allegedly stealing nearly $1,000 in clothing from a store in Bloomfield Township.
Russell Benjamin-Taylor Hamby was arraigned in 48th district Court. He faces charges of first-degree retail fraud and resisting/obstructing police for the alleged incident, which took place April 28. His bond was set at $10,000 cash/surety.
According to Bloomfield Township police, officers were called to Dick’s Sporting Goods, 2015 S. Telegraph Road, after a man reportedly fled out the back door with stolen Nike clothing.
Soon after, officers spotted a man matching the suspect’s description outside a nearby business. The man, who was carrying bags of clothing, reportedly dropped the bags and ran through the parking lot before being taken into custody.
Police said the bags contained 23 pieces of Nike clothing, worth around $915.
Hamby’s next court date is May 12. His attorney could not be reached for comment at press time.
Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.
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Softball Size Tumors Silently Grew
Dr. Ringold discovered he had stage four cancer with tumors as large as softballs silently growing inside his body after experiencing shortness of breath. His treatment was brutal. He su ered cruel side e ects. After his cancer went into remission, it returned a year later as a brain tumor. Dr. Ringold believed there had to be a better way. He envisioned a future where individuals could take control of their
A Father’s Legacy, A Son’s Mission: Full Body MRI Scans Without a Doctor’s Referral
(South eld, MI) e late Dr. Warren Ringold knew rsthand the devastating impact of late-stage cancer diagnoses. As a respected family physician, he witnessed countless patients battling illnesses that could have been detected earlier. His own grueling battle with late-stage cancer ignited a passion, leading him to create Michigan’s rst MRI full body screening center called Bionicc Body Screening.
health and detect potential problems before they escalated. In his nal days, Dr. Ringold passionately advocated for MRI full body screenings, a proactive approach he believed could empower individuals to take control of their health.
Raising Awareness
Today, his son Ryan carries on this mission. ough not a medical professional himself, Ryan’s dedication to his father’s legacy drives him to raising awareness of this service for families of Michigan. “Every week I learn of another person who felt perfectly ne, only to wake up with an unexplained symptom and discover they have stage four cancer. Once symptoms manifest cancer is usually advanced,” says his son Ryan. “My father never wanted another family to su er the emotional and physical hardships that our family and he endured. He wanted to save lives.”
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Mark B. and his younger brother decided to visit Bionicc Body Screening last spring for a proactive screening because cancer ran in their family. Mark was skeptical until his results returned a 3-centimeter mass on his lung, which tested positive for cancer. He had three-fourths of his lung removed. He credits the scan for saving his life. Meanwhile, his brother’s results were clean.
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SPOTLIGHT ON HEALTH
BY K. MICHELLE MORAN kmoran@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — From the contentious political climate to the economy to the rapid pace of modern life, stressors are everywhere and impact people of all ages. A 2022 survey by the American Psychological Association reported that 76% of respondents experienced at least one stress symptom in the past month.
Prolonged periods of stress can put people at risk for many medical conditions, including digestive problems, weight gain, headaches, sleeplessness, anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease and problems with memory and concentration, according to the American Heart Association.
All of this means that stress management is vital for overall health and well-being. Fortunately, there are tools people can acquire to reduce stress and improve their quality of life.
Kristina Mansour is a therapist and part owner of Reflective Therapy Center in Troy and Northville. She said anxiety “is a fictional land” the mind creates, so focusing on the senses — what you see, smell and hear around you — can ground a person.
Challenging automatic negative thoughts is another tool.
“We don’t even recognize that it’s happening,” Mansour said of these intrusive thoughts.
She said it can take a lot of effort — and
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sometimes time — to do this, but the benefits are worth it.
Mansour said they use the ABC method to counter negative thinking. “A” is for the activating thought, such as being on a plane. “B” is for the belief, such as the fear the plane will crash. “C” stands for the consequence, or the emotion that comes from this thread.
She said patients keep the same “A” — so they’re still that person on the plane — but they’re asked to come up with a different “B” and “C,” such as thinking that they’re going to be seeing loved ones when they land, which would result in a happy emotional outcome. Mansour said she recommends that people journal an ABC once a night for the day to come, coming up with one negative and one positive scenario. It’s all about reframing.
“It’s just about redefining what the ‘A’ leads to,” Mansour said. “You have control (over that).”
Cognitive behavioral therapy is something she said she does with many patients.
“It just allows you to recognize you really have more control than you think you do,” Mansour said.
The ABCs can be recorded in a journal. Mansour said journaling is useful for many people, as they can refer back to previous entries and see the progress they’ve made.
A deep breathing exercise is something Dr. Jayanti Mischra, a psychologist at Mind Empowerment in Troy, recommends
Sciatica Pain Doesn’t Stand a Chance: The Robot Helping Metro Detroit Heal
Innovative Therapy Ofers Lasting Relief
If you’ve been struggling with back pain or sciatica, you’re not alone—and now there’s a new reason for hope. A cutting-edge clinic in Metro Detroit is ofering innovative solutions in pain management through advanced technology, providing patients with enduring relief and transforming conventional approaches to treatment.
Robotic Precision Therapy Clinic (RPT Clinic), located in Troy, specializes in treating sciatica and chronic back pain by addressing the root cause of discomfort: tight, overworked muscles. These muscles, particularly the iliopsoas and piriformis, can compress the sciatic nerve when infamed, triggering pain that radiates from the lower back down the leg.
What sets RPT apart is its use of the RX2600 Therapeutic Robot—a state-of-the-art device designed to apply targeted static pressure along with gentle heat and vibration. This combination helps lengthen and relax deep muscles, restoring balance to the body’s structure and relieving pressure on the nerves.
“Many treatments only mask the symptoms,” says the clinic’s founder. “Our goal is to resolve the issue at its source, helping the body recover naturally without relying on pain medications or invasive procedures.”
Each patient begins with a comprehensive 90-minute assessment, during which a licensed therapist evaluates
posture, muscle imbalances, gait, and range of motion. From there, a personalized care plan is developed. Most patients begin to feel signifcant relief after just one 60minute session, and many experience full results within fve to ten visits.
Beyond just pain relief, RPT’s therapy improves mobility, posture, and performance—making it popular among athletes, busy professionals, and older adults alike. Whether you're an ofce worker sufering from poor posture or a weekend warrior recovering from injury, RPT’s science-backed approach is designed to help you feel and function better.
Unlike traditional massage or chiropractic treatments, the RX2600 robot ensures a consistent, precise application of pressure—more efcient than what human hands can deliver. This level of accuracy minimizes infammation and ensures safe treatment around sensitive nerve areas, making it ideal for sciatica patients.
Robotic Precision Therapy is non-invasive, drug-free, and tailored to each individual’s needs. It’s a promising option for those who’ve tried everything else and are ready to fnally break the cycle of chronic pain.
To learn more or schedule a consultation, visit www.RPTclinic.com or call (248) 250-9387. Relief might be closer—and more high-tech—than you think.
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for people of all ages. It involves inhaling for four seconds, holding your breath for four seconds and exhaling for four seconds, which can be done several times in a row.
“It helps a lot with people who are feeling stressed,” Mischra said. “It helps you to focus in that moment on the task that you are doing.”
Getting up from the chair or couch can help, too.
“I also recommend moving around,” Mischra said. “If you are at a workplace and you feel that tension in your back and your head, walk around the building for 10 minutes. If it’s possible to be outside, that’s the best thing to do.”
While walking, she said a person can also practice deep breathing for an additional calming effect.
Mischra said positive affirmations, such as, “I’m going to have a good day,” and having a positive conversation with yourself — speaking to yourself in a positive way, instead of a negative or critical way — can be helpful as well, whether these conversations and affirmations are said aloud or silently.
Mischra advises people to spend at least 10 minutes each day practicing mindfulness and meditation; she said guided meditation is especially good for people who aren’t used to meditating and there are guided meditation videos on YouTube and apps like Headspace and Calm that can assist newcomers.
We are often our own harshest critics, so Mischra said she asks patients to list three positive things from their day.
“It helps to be gentle to yourself and reflect on your day,” she said.
The mind-body connection is powerful. Mischra and Mansour both said they ask patients about their diet and sleep habits.
Sugar, caffeine and water intake, for example, “can contribute to emotional stressors,” Mansour said.
For better sleep, Mischra said people should turn off their TV and avoid looking at devices like their phone or laptop at least 45 minutes to an hour before they go to bed. Limiting stimulants like caffeine and sugar before bed is critical as well.
“Following good sleep hygiene habits helps to combat stress,” Mischra said.
Stress might seem like an insurmountable mountain to climb, but it can be done.
“If you put in the work, you will see that success,” Mansour said.
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LINCOLN: WHERE EVERY JOURNEY BECOMES LEGENDARY AND EVERY RIDE MORE RELAXING.
Since 1970, Star Lincoln has delivered Metro Detroit’s nest luxury vehicles. Founded by the legendary Hoot McInerney, this venerated dealership has curated driving experiences with the “Star Treatment”—where handcrafted American luxury meets personalized service.
Hoot’s sons and co-owners, Bob and Jim McInerney, work hand in hand with his grandsons, Executive Manager, Ryan McInerney and Sales Manager, Patrick Leonhard, to oversee his legacy. e late Hoot started a chain of automobile dealerships across the country 55 years ago, and Star Lincoln continues to celebrate this standard of excellence.
Ryan McInerney explains the standard: “ e Lincoln Motor Company has long been synonymous with luxury, innovation, and comfort. In recent years, Lincoln has expanded its focus beyond premium vehicles to emphasize wellness and a holistic driving experience. Features like adaptive suspension, serene cabin acoustics, and ergonomic seating re ect this commitment to passenger well-being.”
Lincoln’s sanctuary philosophy— designing tranquil retreats from stress— is highlighted by a new feature in all 2025 Lincoln Navigator and Nautilus models called Rejuvenate Mode. With a simple touch of a
button on the display screen while parked, this mode activates:
- **Massage seats** that recline to help you relax and recharge - **Customizable scents** emitted from the dashboard
- **A tranquil display** that transforms into a serene waterfall landscape.
is advanced wellness technology enhances the in-car relaxation experience by adjusting lighting, scent, sound, visuals, air puri cation, and seating for ultimate tranquility.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the U.S., and Lincoln’s commitment to “driving peace of mind” arrives at just the right time.
McInerney adds, “You can relax while waiting in line or picking up your kids from school in your ‘Digital Spa on Wheels.’ e system was designed to help you calm down and recharge.”
Lincoln’s focus on wellness as a health-conscious brand sets it apart from competitors. is advantage aligns with the announcement of Employee Pricing for All on all new 2025 Lincoln vehicles: the Corsair, Navigator, Nautilus, and Aviator.
“Consumers are looking for a better driving experience today,” McInerney concludes.
“ e Lincoln interior is superior to the competition in every way— completely di erent. It’s essential for drivers to care for their peace of mind, body, and soul. Come to Star Lincoln, where you’ll be treated like family and a personal friend. You have to drive a new 2025 Lincoln to experience the exciting di erence— you’ll be truly impressed.”
Come celebrate 55 years of the Star Treatment at 24350 W. 12 Mile Road (@ Telegraph) in South eld. Call 248354-4900 or visit www.starlincoln. com for more information on the Lincoln Luxury experience.
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ment, identify options for cohesive branding and chart actionable strategies to attract visitors, businesses and employees and extend visitor stays by enhancing experiences, mobility and marketing,” BSD Executive Director Erika Bassett said.
Oakland County has 62 communities, each a little bit different, creating a large and diverse county.
“That’s going to be the challenge — to be able to put together a plan that’s comprehensive enough to help communities where they are right now and where they want to be going forward,” Ryan Dividock, Oakland County supervisor of planning, zoning and land use, said.
“The communities in Oakland County offer such a wide variety of attractions. We are all strengthened when we work together, and working at the county level allows us to leverage a variety of resources and expertise and build a cohesive message while celebrating each community and organization’s unique assets,” Bassett said.
In the project’s discovery phase, consultants visited the county’s communities
and assets. In March and April, they hosted focus group meetings and one-on-one meetings with individuals from key assets in the county.
They are now developing a destination assessment report.
In the next phase, they will work to develop a brand and strategy. Following this, an action plan will be developed before they officially launch the brand.
Dividock said they plan to launch the plan sometime in September or October.
Oakland County may not be considered a tourism destination for the same reasons a beach town or somewhere warm year-round might, but it is home to many families that draw people to the area for visits. Dividock said the plan strives to provide assets to visitors that help them plan extended stays and explore the different opportunities offered within the county.
“The ultimate goal of the plan is to develop actionable strategies for tourist attraction, which not only has an impact on the local economy, but also a ripple effect in that it creates an environment where people want to continue to visit, do business and live,” Bassett said.
Upcoming webinar
A Tourism Diagnostic Webinar May 21 will focus on sharing results from the county’s recent “tourism product research, economic impact study and visitor survey.”
Questions on the webinar can be sent to planninggroup@oakgov.com.
For more information on the Tourism and Attraction Strategic Plan, visit visitoaklandcounty.com/strategic-plan.
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Through the Oakland County’s Tourism & Attraction Strategic Plan, the county hopes to help visitors extend their stay in the county.
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fulfilling a goal of Michigan officials to maintain a fighter mission after the A-10 Thunderbolt II is retired.
TRUMP ANNOUNCES NEW SELFRIDGE FIGHTER MISSION
BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com
HARRISON TOWNSHIP — During a stop in Macomb County on April 29, President Donald Trump announced that Selfridge Air National Guard Base would receive a new mission with 21 “brand new” F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets.
Announced at Selfridge alongside state and federal officials to an audience of Michigan National Guard members and press, the F-15EX jets will replace the aging and outgoing A-10 Thunderbolt II jets as the base’s offensive mission. The planes are expected to arrive at the base in fiscal year 2028, according to the Department of Defense.
“Well, I guess they think we’re going to save this place,” Trump said to begin his speech at the base. “And you know what? They’re right. A hundred percent right. We’re going to save it and make it better, actually.”
Finding a new fighter mission for the base to replace the A-10 mission has been a priority for Michigan officials in recent years. The state switched its focus to securing an F-15EX mission for the base in 2023 after failing to secure an F-35 Lightning II mission.
U.S. Rep. John James, R-Shelby Township, described the F-15EX as “the airframe (Selfridge officials) saw the highest likelihood of gaining” and worked to get additional funding for F-15EX production into a draft version of the 2024 federal budget. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who was in attendance to greet Trump when he arrived at Selfridge on April 29, pledged to fund a northward expansion of Selfridge’s runway and approved a $13 million allocation to do so in the state’s 2023 budget.
“Since day one, I’ve been laser-focused on securing a new fighter mission at Selfridge and supporting the brave service members who step up for our communities every day,” Whitmer said via press release. “I appreciate the President’s partnership on this new fighter mission that will protect jobs and show the world that Michigan is the best place to pioneer
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Downsizing Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming — Just Ask Shaun Shaya
Let’s be honest — moving is hard. But downsizing? at’s a whole di erent level, especially when you’ve lived in the same home for 30, 40, or even 50 years.
You’re not just packing up a house. You’re sorting through decades of memories, belongings, and emotions. And for many seniors, that process can feel completely overwhelming.
at’s where Shaun Shaya comes in. Shaun is an Associate Broker with KW Domain in downtown Birmingham and a lifelong resident of the area. Over the years, he’s built a real estate practice focused on helping seniors and their families navigate one of life’s biggest transitions: moving out of a longtime family home and into something that better ts the next chapter.
With over eight years of experience in real estate and a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) designation, Shaun brings both expertise and empathy to every move. He’s walked this road with many clients — and he understands that this isn’t just about real estate. It’s about people.
“A lot of seniors I work with say, ‘Where do I even start?’ And that’s a fair question,” Shaun says. “ ere’s no one-size- ts-all answer. Every situation is di erent, and I’m here to help them create a step-by-step plan that actually feels doable.”
Shaun works with both buyers and sellers and says that dual experience gives him a leg up when it comes to understanding the needs of each side of the transaction. But when it comes to downsizing, his role goes far beyond negotiating contracts and putting up For Sale signs.
He helps clients with everything from decluttering and staging their homes to organizing estate sales, coordinating with movers, and even setting up their new space so the transition feels seamless — not stressful.
“Sometimes I feel like I’m part real estate agent, part project manager, and part counselor,” he laughs. “ ere’s just a lot of emotion tied to this kind of move. I’m there to make it easier.”
Shaun also works closely with adult children who often play a big role in helping their parents downsize. He understands how delicate these family dynamics can be and approaches each situation with patience, clarity, and compassion.
He has a trusted network of referral partners — from estate sale companies and moving teams to donation services and professional organizers — that help take the pressure o . Whether it’s sorting through years of belongings, packing up items no longer needed, or clearing space for photos and showings, Shaun and his team are hands-on from start to nish.
“Homes lled to the brim with stu just don’t show well,” he says. “Starting early means we can present the home in its best light and avoid last-minute stress for the seller.”
To help even more families feel con dent about downsizing, Shaun is hosting a free seminar on Tuesday, May 20th from 4:30 to 6:30 PM in Birmingham. It’s a casual, info-packed event with a full dinner provided — perfect for seniors and their adult children who are starting to explore their options.
Space is limited, so if you’re interested, reach out to Shaun directly to reserve your spot. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions, hear from experts, and get a better sense of what the downsizing journey really looks like — without any pressure.
“My biggest piece of advice? Don’t wait until you feel like you have to move,” Shaun says. “Even if you’re a year or more away, starting early gives you control over the process.”
If you or someone you know is thinking about downsizing — or even just curious about how to start — give Shaun a call at 248-408-6656. He’s always happy to talk, share advice, and help you gure out your next move.
President Donald Trump delivers an announcement before members of the Michigan National Guard at Selfridge Air National Guard Base on April 29. Trump said the base would receive 21 F-15EX fighter jets in the coming years,
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EVERYTHING CAN BE COMING UP ROSES FOR PROACTIVE GARDENERS
BY K. MICHELLE MORAN kmoran@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — They’re beautiful, symbolic and have been immortalized in poems and songs, but even seasoned gardeners can express trepidation when it comes to roses.
As one gardening pro recently observed, “They are fussy.”
Still, that doesn’t mean that gardeners should avoid this legendary bloom.
Monica Sabella is a rosarian, horticulturist and greenhouse specialist who takes care of the roses at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. During an April 8 presentation on rose care, she said there are three main categories of roses: old garden roses (sometimes called antique or historical), wild roses and modern garden roses. Sabella said old garden roses — which have been around since before 1867 and only bloom once per year — “are not as
disease-resistant and not as hardy” as modern roses; modern roses are the ones most common in stores today.
The Ford House has 16 rose beds, with 30 to 50 roses in each, Sabella said. She said they include wild roses, tea tree roses and climbing roses.
Floribunda roses are the most popular and easiest to grow, and they don’t need to be pruned often, Sabella said. They include Knock Out roses, which she called “very, very low maintenance” compared to many other varieties.
“Roses are really not as difficult as people make them seem,” Sabella said. “They are just needy.”
George Papadelis, owner of Telly’s Greenhouse and Garden Center in Troy and Shelby Township, knows a lot about roses — the Troy location grows about 4,000 of them in more than 100 varieties, although roses can be purchased from either location.
“First and foremost, they should be planted
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Bright pink Earth Song hybrid tea roses bloom at the entrance to the Ford House rose garden. Photos provided by the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House
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in full sun, or as much sun as you can get them,” Papadelis said. “The more sun, the better.”
There should be more organic material in the soil than clay, Papadelis said.
Sabella echoed that sentiment, saying gardeners should plant roses in a balanced mix of sand, silt and clay.
“For soil, you want something that’s very loamy,” Sabella said.
Papadelis said roses are hard to grow in containers.
“You should always dig a big, beautiful hole for a big, beautiful plant,” Papadelis said.
Location is important as well. Sabella advised against planting roses beneath large trees that might block sunlight, and she also said gardeners should avoid planting roses near anything with a large root system, like a tree or lilac. Because of aphids and other pests, she said roses should be planted away from vegetable gardens as well.
For northern climates like Michigan’s, Papadelis said grafted roses should be planted with the bud union — a knob or knot at the base of the upright canes — 2 to 4 inches below the soil. Own-root roses should be planted 2 inches deeper than that.
To protect grafted roses over the winter, Papadelis said gardeners should put extra soil over the crown of the plant in November or December. This step doesn’t need to be taken with own-root roses, he said.
Fertilization is another critical step to growing healthy roses. Sabella said that around Mother’s Day is a good time for the first session of fertilization.
“It’s important that a rose gets fed and that you protect it from disease and you protect it from insects,” Papadelis said.
He recommends a three-in-one granular product such as Rose-Tone, an organic product which is sprinkled on the ground about three to four times per season, or roughly every six weeks.
Pests like aphids can be blasted off roses with a hose. Japanese beetles, which emerge in June, should be hand-picked off the plants and dropped in soapy water. Neem oil will take care of destructive thrips, which Sabella said look like lice, although gardeners will likely need to make multiple applications. Diatomaceous earth is an effective tool against flea beetles, which Sabella said tend to emerge in late June and mid-September. Horticultural oil should be sprayed on scale during the “crawler” or nymph stage, Sabella said.
Green lacewings, which can be purchased online, are a beneficial insect that Sabella said will eat pests like aphids.
Fungicide, insecticide and pesticide can be used as needed, but Sabella warns that some of these products also kill beneficial insects.
Sabella said gardeners should start by watering their roses twice a week, preferably in the early morning, before dawn; that gives the leaves time to dry before nightfall. Hand-watering is better than overhead watering because in the latter, the leaves get wet and this can lead to bacteria or fungus growth, she said.
Papadelis said roses can be planted at any time but will need more frequent watering if they’re planted in the hotter part of summer.
Telly’s Greenhouse has a rose care guide on its website. To see more tips and recommendations, visit tellys.com and under the drop-down homepage menu, select Plant Care Guides and then Telly’s Rose Care Guide.
Call Staff Writer K. Michelle Moran at (586) 498-1047.
Photo provided by the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House
Border collie Moss, the Ford House director of wildlife, visits the New Garden, which is home to 13 different varieties of hybrid tea roses and the ring of yellow tree roses that surround the original fountain.
Pontiac Transportation Museum gears up for its ‘Phase II Fanfare’ event
MUSEUM PAYS TRIBUTE TO PONTIAC’S CONTRIBUTION TO THE AUTO INDUSTRY
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
PONTIAC — Walking into the Pontiac Transportation Museum is like spending time in your grandfather’s pristine garage as a kid.
The museum is a leisurely walk back in time that pays tribute to the car manufacturers and assembly line workers who made everything from 19th century carriages to late ’60s GTOs in Pontiac-based automobile plants. That includes the Oakland Motor Car Co., Pontiac Assembly, the Pontiac Tractor Co. and GMC.
Memorabilia tells the city’s auto history, vehicles from different decades are on display, there’s a section dedicated to 50 years of Pontiac coach buses, visitors can view interactive videos, and much more. Volunteer docents are available to answer questions and take guests on museum tours. There’s also a gift shop that sells T-shirts, baseball caps, glassware and stickers.
“Our scope is basically wheel vehicles in Pontiac, either engineered here or manufactured here and or both. Forty-seven companies were here over time. We live in southeastern Michigan. Everybody is related to somebody that worked in the auto business,” said Pontiac Transportation Museum Board Chair Terry Connolly, a Rochester Hills resident. “The nice thing about opening the museum is people walk up almost every day with a box of stuff. You find some artifacts in there that are just amazing that people kept.”
LEFT: Pontiac Transportation Museum Board Chair Terry Connolly, of Rochester Hills, reads a map that shows the location of the former Pontiac auto plants.
Photos by Patrica O’Blenes
ABOVE AND LEFT: The Pontiac Transportation Museum, located at 250 W. Pike St., opened in May 2024. Its hours
Museum
The museum, located at 250 W. Pike St., opened in May 2024 with phase I of its installation. Just a year later, organizers will open the second phase of the museum on May 17, and the public is cordially invited to the “Phase II Fanfare” event.
The day will begin at 9 a.m. with a car cafe kickoff that will include free coffee, doughnuts and cider. Car buffs who drive classic Pontiac, Oakland and GMC brands are welcome to showcase their models on the museum grounds as space allows.
The museum will open at 10 a.m. with “Phase I” admittance prices. At noon, the event will switch gears with guest speakers and a ribbon-cutting to officially open phase II of the museum. From 1 to 5 p.m., the public can enjoy live music outside, and food will be for sale.
“We want people to be proud of what happened in Pontiac. We want to attract heritage tourism to Pontiac,” said Connolly, a retired automobile engineer. “There was a lot of wealth accumulation in Pontiac at one point in time. It happened because of manufacturing prowess and science and technology.”
There are bits of history throughout the museum that highlight all kinds of vehicles made in the city: carriages, sedans, station wagons, sports cars, convertibles, 18-wheeler trailers, medium-duty trucks, pickup trucks, and buses. Inside the museum is a 1908 Pontiac High Wheel Runabout, a 1912 Flanders Colonial Electric, 1968 Pontiac Firebird Ram Air II, 1940 GMC pickup truck, the very last Pontiac 2010 G6 sedan and more.
“Pontiac had 80% of the transit market in the whole United States for about 40 years,” Connolly said. “The Department of Justice didn’t take kindly to that and took
GM to court for about 10 years and said, ‘It’s a monopoly, you’ve got to break it all off.’ So GM sold it all off, but most of the transit buses in the United States were built in Pontiac.”
Also on display are Whizzer motorbikes, which ran on gasoline and became popular during World War II.
“Gas was rationed, and women began working at plants,” Connolly said. “They all bought Whizzers” to get to work. The Pontiac manufacturing plants also supplied vehicles during World War II, including DUKWs, antiaircraft guns, armored cars, torpedoes, parts for tanks and landing craft and artillery ammunition.
In another site, volunteers placed two cars next to each other that represent the beginning and end of manufacturing in the city: a 1927 Landau sedan and a 1982 Grand Prix. Guests might also spot the 21-foot 1986 Vixen recreational vehicle on exhibit. Only 587 models were produced in 19861987 at the Vixen Motor Co.; they really didn’t generate much interest.
“My assessment is it was too expensive for its market in the mid-’80s because you could buy a bigger motorhome for the same amount of money,” Connolly said. “These were built right next door to where the Silverdome used to stand.”
The Pontiac Transportation Museum was built inside the former Crofoot Elementary School. Private donors have funded the museum along with support from the city of Pontiac’s Arts and Culture American Rescue Plan Act grant of $250,000. Since opening last year, the PTM has welcomed about 5,000 guests from 16 countries and nearly every U.S. state.
A list of admission prices is on the PTM website at pontiactransportationmuseum. org/visit. Information regarding donation opportunities also is available on the website. School groups are welcome for tours.
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Through car displays and artifacts, the Pontiac Transportation Museum tells the story of the city’s contributions to the automobile industry.
Photo by Patrica O’Blenes
CRIME WATCH
Man arrested for retail fraud
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department took a report for third-degree retail fraud from a store in the 1500 block of South Opdyke Road April 23. It was reported that a man wearing a black head covering, a red shirt, black pants, and black and red Nike shoes stole candy and frozen food from the store. The officer who responded checked the area for the subject but was unable to locate him.
On April 24, the same officer who took the original report saw a man fitting the description of the suspect walking in the area. The officer stopped and talked to the suspect and issued him a citation for third-degree retail fraud. Police are investigating.
Police look for women ccused of stealing health and beauty items
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department
took a report of second-degree retail fraud from a store in the 4200 block Woodward Avenue recently. The store manager reported that a woman selected multiple perfumes, throat sprays and various personal items and concealed them in her bag. The woman proceeded to walk past all points of sale without paying for the items, exited the store and fled the area in a red crossover-type vehicle.
The suspect is described as a heavyset Black woman wearing a white T-shirt and gray sweatpants. The suspect stole 19 items totaling $225.11. Police are investigating. Anyone with information is urged to call Bloomfield Township at (248) 433-7755.
Leaf blower stolen
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — A Red Max EBZ 8560 leaf blower, worth approximately $650, was stolen out of the open bed of a work truck in the Mulberry Square Apartment complex April 22. Police are investigating.
Car stolen in Bloomfield Village
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Village Police Department took a report of a stolen car April 22. The victim stated they had parked their light-blue 2024 Lincoln Navigator in their driveway
with the keys left inside overnight. The next morning, they discovered the Navigator was stolen. Later on in the day, the vehicle was recovered in a different jurisdiction. Police are investigating.
Woman arrested for retail fraud
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Police responded to a store in the 2400 block of South Telegraph for a retail fraud May 4. When officers arrived, the loss prevention officer had one suspect detained. The loss prevention officer had observed the female suspect walk into the store, select a tan bag and fill it with 10 items, varying from clothing to makeup — totaling $158.96. The woman walked past all points of sale without attempting to pay for the merchandise. She was issued a citation for third-degree retail fraud and was released from the scene pending her court case.
Women wanted for allegedly stealing thousands in perfume
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The loss prevention officer of a store in the 6500 block of Telegraph Road reported that three women stole approximately $1,100 worth of perfume from the store April 21.
The suspects were described as Black women, all between 25 and 30 years-old. Suspect one was described as having her black hair in a bun and wearing a green body suit, a blue jacket, tie-dye Crocs and sunglasses and was reported carrying a silver handbag. Suspect two was described as having long, straight black hair and wearing a white jacket, white shorts and white shoes, and was carrying a black handbag. Suspect three was described as having black hair and was wearing a blue jacket, a white shirt, light-blue shorts and white shoes and was carrying a brown handbag.
Police said the suspects left the scene in a white sedan southbound on Telegraph Road.
Police are investigating. Anyone with information can call police at (248) 4337755.
Wheels stolen off cars
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Police took two reports of larceny from automobiles from Bloomfield Point and the Wethersfield Apartments May 1.
A black 2023 Ford F-150 and a black 2023 Ford Explorer both had their wheels stolen overnight near their apartment. One
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CRIME WATCH
vehicle was left unlocked and nothing was stolen from the interior. The other vehicle had its window smashed out, but nothing was taken from inside. Police are investigating.
Resident arrested after hit-and-run
BIRMINGHAM — On April 27 at approximately 10 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of East Maple and North Eton for a hit-and-run traffic crash.
The driver, a 42-year-old Birmingham woman, said she was stopped on westbound Maple at a red traffic light at the intersection when she was suddenly rear-ended by another vehicle that immediately fled the scene.
No one was injured in the crash, but her vehicle was damaged. The victim and another witness were able to get the vehicle’s license plate number, and police located the fleeing vehicle’s driver, a 23-year-old Birmingham man, at his home.
He was issued citations for failing to stop at the scene of a property damage accident and failure to stop within assured clear distance ahead causing an accident.
Business reports unauthorized person in building
BIRMINGHAM — Officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Hamilton Row April 27 at approximately 2 p.m. for a report of an unauthorized entry.
An employee of the business reported that an unknown male suspect entered the building without authorization at approximately 3 a.m. April 27. There were no signs of forced entry, and the suspect appeared to be alone. At this time, it is unclear whether any items were taken. The investigation is ongoing.
Fort Wayne man arrested after stealing alcohol
BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 7:30 p.m. April 27, officers were dispatched
to the Kroger store in the 600 block of East Maple, where the manager reported that a man had left the store with multiple bottles of liquor without paying.
Officers questioned a man matching the suspect’s description at the bus stop on the southeast corner of Maple and Woodward. The 37-year-old man from Fort Wayne, Indiana, admitted taking six bottles of alcohol and several other items, which were in a bag at the bus stop.
Officers ran the suspect’s identification and found several active warrants for his arrest in Indiana. He was arrested and transferred to the custody of the Noble County, Indiana, law enforcement.
Intoxicated Howell man attempts to kick officers during arrest
BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 1 a.m. on April 27, officers on patrol were informed by the Berkley Department of Public Safety that a truck was traveling at a high rate of speed northbound on Woodward Avenue.
Officers located the suspect, a 56-yearold man from Howell, and performed a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the suspect, officers immediately observed signs of intoxication.
While being placed under arrest, the suspect attempted to kick the officers and was uncooperative throughout the process. At this time, no citation has been issued, and the investigation is ongoing.
Resident reports $20,000 in bitcoin stolen
BIRMINGHAM — On May 2 at approximately noon, officers were dispatched to the police station front lobby for a report of fraud. Officers met with an 81-year-old male resident, who reported that $20,000 in bitcoin had been stolen from him.
The victim stated that about two weeks earlier, he noticed an unauthorized charge on his bank statement and attempted to dispute it by clicking a link he believed was associated with his bank.
He was then contacted by someone he believed to be a bank employee and was deceived into purchasing $20,000 in bitcoin and sending it to the scammer. An investigation is ongoing.
— Mary Genson and Beth Almond
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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MAY 15
Finding Your Roots in the Digital Age: Presentation by genealogy expert Judy Nimer Muhn, 7 p.m., Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, registration required, (248) 642-5800, btpl.org
Author talk: Maureen Dunphy presents “Divining: How My Books Came Into Being,” 10-11:30 a.m., Birmingham Unitarian Church, 38651 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, storytimeguild.weebly.com
MAY 15-18
‘The Music Man’: Based on Meredith Wilson’s 1957 hit Broadway musical, 8 p.m. May 15-17 and 2 p.m. May 18, Birmingham Village Players, 34660 Woodward Ave., birminghamvillageplayers.com, read story at candgnews.com
MAY 16-17
Spring plant sale: Find native plants, perennials, fairy garden plants and herbs, tropical houseplants, heirloom tomatoes, gardening items and more, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 16 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 17, Cranbrook House and Gardens, 380 Lone Pine Road in Bloomfield Hills, housegardens.cranbrook.edu/ events/spring-plant-sale
MAY 17
Hear Claremont Trio: Features violinist Emily Bruskin, cellist Julia Bruskin and pianist Sophiko Simsive, 7:30-9 p.m., Seligman Performing Arts Center at Detroit Country Day School, 22305 W. 13 Mile Road in Beverly Hills, chambermusicdetroit.org
Birmingham on Broadway ice show: Features nearly 70 skaters from Birmingham Learn to Skate program and Figure Skating Club of Birmingham, 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., Birmingham Ice Sports Arena, 2300 E. Lincoln St., bsandles@bhamgov.org, facebook.com/bhamgov
Birmingham Department of Public Services Open House: Includes DPS trucks, fire trucks and equipment, informational exhibits, and free hot dogs and refreshments, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 851 S. Eton St., facebook.com/bhamgov
Cozy Crochet Club: For teens and tweens of all skill levels, supplies provided (or bring own), also tea, hot chocolate and treats included, 4-5 p.m., Franklin Public Library, 32455 Franklin Road, register at (248) 851-2254
Touch-a-truck event: Get hands on with fire trucks, police vehicles, construction vehicles and more, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bingham Farms Elementary School, 23400 W. 13 Mile Road, birminghamyouthassistance. org, (248) 203-4300,
MAY 18
Celebrate Birmingham Hometown Parade and Party: Parade begins near Booth Park at southwest intersection of North Old Woodward Avenue and Harmon Street, travels south on North Old Woodward Avenue, west on Maple Road, south on Bates Street and ends in Shain Park on Merrill Street, 1 p.m., then party with free activities, food trucks, entertainment and more, (248) 530-1800, facebook.com/bhamgov
MAY 22
Books Brothers Men’s Book Club: Read and recap “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller Group, 6:30-8 p.m., Franklin Public Library, 32455 Franklin Road, (248) 8512254, franklinlibrary@franklin.lib.mi.us, franklin.lib.mi.us
Free college prep program: Learn about trends in admissions, application tips, essay strategies, ask questions and more, presented by Barbara Connolly (former admissions reader at University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business), 6-7 p.m., Zoom (meeting ID 818 6459 2431 and passcode 462505), (248) 294-0099, barbara@collegecc.com, collegechoice counseling.com
MAY 25
‘Greatest Generation’ Memorial Day concert: Hear Birmingham Concert Band, 3 p.m., White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery, 621 W. Long Lake Road in Troy, birminghamconcertband.com
MAY 29
Spring Fling Concert Series: Hear singer Vanessa
To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise an event, call (586) 498-8000.
Carr, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Bloomfield Township Senior Center, 4315 Andover Road, register at bloomfieldseniors.org
Learn about international string music: Free interactive discussion with musician, composer, performer, educator and producer Sean Blackman, 6-7 p.m., Franklin Public Library, 32455 Franklin Road, (248) 851-2254, franklinlibrary@franklin.lib.mi.us, franklin.lib.mi.us
JUNE
10
The Birmingham Metropolitan Women’s Club: Hear from guest speaker Jody Waits (Make-A-Wish Michigan chief development officer), 10:30 a.m., then luncheon, The Iroquois Club, 43248 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Township, RSVP to Chris at (248) 303-7339 two weeks before each event, group meets every second Tuesday of month, tbmwc.com
ONGOING
Birmingham Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays until Oct. 26, Public Parking Lot #6, 660 N. Old Woodward Ave., allinbirmingham.com/farmersmarket
Cranbrook on the Green: Play artist-designed mini-golf course, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays in May and September plus Wednesdays-Sundays JuneAugust (10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays), Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, tickets include admission to galleries, cranbrookartmuseum.org/mini-golf
Art exhibits: See “Surviving Outside” by Laith Karmo and Benjamin Teague, “Pretty Things” by Carolyn Reed Barritt, “A Legacy of Peaceful Moments” by Patrice Erickson and works by students of Patty Eisenbraun, on display 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays until June 5, Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, 1516 S. Cranbrook Road in Birmingham, bbartcenter.org
• “Eventually Everything Connects: Mid-Century Modern Design in the US” on display 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays (until 8 p.m. Thursdays) June 14-Sept. 21, Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221
Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, cranbrookartmu seum.org
Senior Men’s Club of Birmingham: Meets 10:30 a.m. most Fridays for luncheons and guest speakers, virtual and in person at The Iroquois Club, 43248 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Township, RSVPs for lunches required, seniormensclub@gmail.com, seniormensclub birmingham.com
Birmingham-Bloomfield Newcomers and Neighbors Club: Nonprofit comprising 270-plus women around world, group hosts monthly Welcome Coffee events to connect, share cultures and build friendships, also local activities including card games and sports, inquire about events at bbnc.membership@gmail. com, bbnewcomers.com
‘Grease’: 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays May 30-June 14, outdoor Greek Theatre behind St. Dunstan’s Playhouse, 400 Lone Pine Road in Bloomfield Hills, (844) 386-7826, stdunstanstheatre.com
Beverly Park activities: Java and Jazz includes free coffee and live music by Ryan Bills Trio from 9 a.m.noon May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17 and Sept. 21, also Concerts in the Park with performers TBD at 7 p.m. June 6, July 11 and Aug. 8, plus Food Truck Mondays from 4:30-7:30 p.m. weekly until Aug. 25, 18801 Beverly Road in Beverly Hills, (248) 646-6404, villagebeverlyhills.com
‘The Science of Archimedes’: Traveling exhibit celebrating Greek scientist and mathematician, on display noon-4 p.m. Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays until June 1, Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, science. cranbrook.edu
Second Saturday Book Sale: Monthly event also includes DVDs, CDs and more, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (10 a.m. for Friends of the Bloomfield Township Public Library members), 1099 Lone Pine Road, (248) 642-5800, btpl.org
MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE ~ MONDAY, MAY 26, 2025, 11:00 A.M.
HISTORIC FRANKLIN CEMETERY CORNER OF FRANKLIN RD. & SCENIC DR.
e Franklin Cemetery Association invites you to a patriotic day of remembrance in our beautiful country cemetery.
THE SPEAKER THIS YEAR WILL BE PRESIDENT OF THE WOUNDED & FALLEN SOLDIER FUND OF MICHIGAN ROB GRIMALDI
In recognition of the men & women of the village of Franklin who sacri ced in defense of our country and the success of our armed forces.
Over 260 veterans of wars dating back to the War of 1812 are laid to rest in our historic cemetery. All will be honored. is old-fashioned, patriotic service is lled with music and inspiration for young and old. Franklin Scout Troup #1699, the Oakland County Sheri ’s Department Honor Guard, and many other volunteers join to make this a special service.
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