🌱 Patch AM: What a new Farmington-to-Westland SMART route could mean for you

Good day Farmington! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• What a new Farmington-to-Westland SMART route could mean for you
• How Rochester's new social district compares with Farmington's downtown setup

Also on today's calendar: Yard to Table: Weekly Garden Skills Education Series on Wednesdays and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 78 and low of 56 degrees.
• Friday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 79, low: 60.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 82 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• MI: SMART plans for expansion into new communities after countywide vote passes (masstransitmag.com) — SMART is preparing a major expansion of bus service in Wayne County after voters approved a new transit millage, adding routes and improving frequency over the next few years. One proposed line would run from Farmington to Westland along key corridors, potentially giving Farmington residents new access to jobs, schools, shopping, and the wider regional network if the plan moves forward.
   

• Social district approved for downtown Rochester (candgnews.com) — Downtown Rochester is launching a new social district where adults can carry alcoholic drinks in designated areas, with strict wristband and cup rules and a likely November start. For Farmington residents, it's a reminder that your city already has a similar social district, part of a broader trend across Oakland County that could influence how local downtowns evolve.
   

📸 Around Farmington

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Farmington

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★ Featured events ★

Friday September 11
• Special Pass | Zap Zone Farmington →
  Zap Zone | Farmington, 31506 Grand River Ave, Farmington

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Other local events

Friday September 11
• Sound Bath Reiki Yoga Nidra Meditation with Lisa Harthurn →
  CenterPeace Healing and Events Center Farmington, 33750 Freedom Road, Farmigton
Saturday September 12
• Saturday Storytime (Ages 1-6) →
  FCL Farmington, 23500 Liberty Street, Farmington
  10:30 am
• VEGMICHIGAN'S FALL FOOD & FUN NIGHT →
  33113 Grand River Ave, Farmington
  5:00 pm
Monday September 14
• Little Me Storytime (13-23 months) →
  FCL Farmington, 23500 Liberty Street, Farmington
  10:30 am
Tuesday September 15
• Board of Education Meeting
  Maxfield Education Center, 32789 W 10 Mile Rd, Farmington
  6:00 pm
Wednesday September 16
• Yard to Table: Weekly Garden Skills Education Series on Wednesdays →
  St John Lutheran Church, 23225 Gill Rd, Farmington Hills
  6:00 pm
Saturday September 19
• Love & Golf: A Date Night Experience →
  Back Nine Golf | Farmington, MI, 32742 Grand River Avenue, Farmington
• Community Costume Swap →
  FCL Farmington, 23500 Liberty Street, Farmington
  10:00 am
Tuesday September 22
• The Stories We Keep: Using Objects to Unlock Memory and Meaning →
  Santé, 33314 Grand River Avenue, Farmington
Thursday September 24
• Terra d'Aligi Wine Tasting @ Santé →
  Santé, 33314 Grand River Avenue, Farmington
Saturday September 26
• Sewing Fundamentals: Costume Construction Workshop →
  Oakland Community College - Southfield Campus, 22322 Rutland Dr, Southfield
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• The Stepping Stones Group, LLC posted a job opening for School Psychologist in Farmington. Apply here.
• Ollie's Bargain Outlet posted a job opening for Front End Specialist 1 Part Time in Farmington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Farmington here.

🗞 Nearby News

Farmington Hills

• Rosemary A. Marvin (wlen.com)
• Oppenheimer Issues Positive Forecast for Opus Genetics (NASDAQ:IRD) Stock Price (marketbeat.com)
• Baker Construction Renews Membership with NEU (concrete.org)

Novi

• My Dry Team Restoration Services Expands Fire Damage Restoration Support (draperjournal.com)
• A Century of Service: Celebrating 100 Years of Success in HVAC/R (achrnews.com)

Huntington Woods

• 1 Dead, 1 Hurt In Fiery Oakland County Crash: Police (patch.com)

Ok Farmington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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