Got old computers, laptops, or phones collecting dust? Bring them to us. We'll take them for free and destroy your data on-site.
Saturday, 5/9/2026 - 10 AM – 2 PM
Just come by and we will help you unload your electronics.
<ul><li>Computers &amp; laptops</li><li>Monitors &amp; printers</li><li>Phones, tablets, cables</li><li>Any small electronics</li></ul>Your data is destroyed at our R2v3 certified facility with the same standard used by hospitals and banks. No TVs. No batteries. No appliances. Everything else is free. For any questions, call (734) 469-4111 or email info@elaketech.com

Local Event: FREE Electronics Recycling Drop-Off Event — Livonia

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Livonia

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FREE Electronics Recycling Drop-Off Event —...

Got old computers, laptops, or phones collecting dust? Bring them to us. We'll take them for free and destroy your data...

FREE Electronics Recycling Drop-Off Event — Livonia

Farmers Market

Museum at the Market!&nbsp;Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday, May 9
9:30 am – 10:30 am
Meet at the Rochester Farmer’s Market, Information tent
No registration required – Free!
Join Museum staff at the Rochester Farmer’s Market! Buy some fresh food and then hit the streets to learn some fascinating facts to share at dinner with family and friends. Where is the oldest building on Main Street?Where were the first hotels? Who dressed up as President Taft to market his business? When did the telephone come to town?Where were all the churches? On this tour we’ll explore our downtown exhibit signs and sift through historical photos and stories while walking about a half mile. No registration required.

Local Event: Museum at the Market! Downtown Walking Tour 

Oakland County

Rochester-Rochester Hills

Museum at the Market! Downtown Walking Tour 

Museum at the Market! Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday, May 9
9:30 am – 10:30 am
Meet at the Rochester Farmer’s Market,...

Royal Park Hotel

Grace Centers of Hope (GCH) presents the 28th Annual “Women Helping Women” Luncheon &amp; Fashion Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, at the Royal Park Hotel, 600 E. University Dr. in Rochester. This elegant event, an ideal Mother’s Day weekend outing, will showcase spring fashion trends from Somerset Collection and boutique retailers.
A silent auction and raffles will begin at 10 a.m., followed by luncheon and a fashion show featuring professional models from RGA Model Management, as well as women currently participating in GCH’s One-Year Life Skills Program. Tara Tomcsik-Husak, President and CEO of the Troy Chamber of Commerce, will serve as this year’s host, bringing more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and community engagement.
Guests will enjoy an inspiring afternoon celebrating women and community while taking in fashion, raffles and a silent auction. Raffle prizes include a $2,000 VISA Shopping Spree and a Grand Indulgence Spa Getaway featuring a one-night stay at the Royal Park Hotel, breakfast at Park 600, a luxury spa day at Evexia Wellness Spa, dinner at Kruse &amp; Muer, plus wine and chocolates.
All proceeds from the Fashion Show will benefit the Women’s Program at GCH, which offers comprehensive Life Skills programs to help women and families overcome challenges such as homelessness, addiction, abuse and crisis. Tickets are $125 per person or $750 for a table of 10 and can be purchased by visiting <a href="https://gracecentersofhope.org/women-helping-women-luncheon-fashion-show/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://gracecentersofhope.org/women-helping-women-luncheon-fashion-show/</a>. 
This year’s sponsors include Consumers Energy, Hour Detroit magazine, Salon Lux, the Valerie Johnson Foundation, Pepsi, Emerald City Designs, F&amp;M Bank, Luxe Event Linen, Besh Business Services, Mariner Wealth, Dillman &amp; Upton, Royal Park Hotel, Birmingham Lodge #44, The Gold Innovision Team, IMPACT, a friend of Grace and additional community supporters.
For additional event information or inquiries please contact specialevents@gracecentersofhope.org.

Local Event: Grace Centers of Hope “Women Helping Women” 28th Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show, May 9

Grace Centers of Hope “Women Helping Women”...

Grace Centers of Hope (GCH) presents the 28th Annual “Women Helping Women” Luncheon & Fashion Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on...

Grace Centers of Hope “Women Helping Women” 28th Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show, May 9

Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm

TEMPORARY EXHIBIT:
THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD IN OAKLAND COUNTY

May 1 – June 27
Fridays &amp; Saturdays, 12 – 3pm
Free Admission for all!
Come see six exhibit panels highlighting “The Oakland County Underground Railroad Project,” a multi-community public history project to research and provide access to evidence-based local Underground Railroad history. It was led by The Birmingham Museum and Oakland County Historical Commission, funded in part by Michigan Humanities, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Arts.

Local Event: Temporary Exhibit: The Underground Railroad in Oakland County

Temporary Exhibit: The Underground Railroad in...

TEMPORARY EXHIBIT:
THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD IN OAKLAND COUNTY

May 1 – June 27
Fridays & Saturdays, 12 – 3pm
Free Admission for...

Temporary Exhibit: The Underground Railroad in Oakland County

Museum Drop-In Hours &amp; Tours
Fridays and Saturdays, 12:00pm – 3:00pm with a Guided tour of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse at 1pm
Free for Museum Members
$5/Adults; $3/Seniors/Students
No registration required.
The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm is open for drop-in hours on Fridays and Saturdays from 12 - 3pm, with a Guided Tour of the 1840 Van Hoosen Farmhouse at 1:00pm and the 1850 Red House immediately following. 
Included with your admission is a self-paced, interactive look at our community’s local history. You also get to meet the Taylor-Van Hoosen families, check out Mastodon bones, and enjoy a wide variety of local videos from the Newberry Hill ski jump to our award-winning PBS movie and numerous computer interactives. The guided tour of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse departs from the Dairy Barn at 1:00 pm, and you may take a self-guided tour of the Bull Barn, Milk House, Equipment Barn, and Children’s Garden, as well as the nearby Stoney Creek Cemetery, and our 16 acres of grounds. Come and share your afternoon with us at our site – listed on the National Register of Historic Places!

Local Event: Museum Public Drop-In Hours and Tours

Museum Public Drop-In Hours and Tours

Museum Drop-In Hours & Tours
Fridays and Saturdays, 12:00pm – 3:00pm with a Guided tour of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse at 1pm
Free...

Meadow Brook Hall

The Meadow Brook Garden Club Plant Sale is on Thursday, May 14, 2026. A large variety of Michigan grown perennials, including many from the Meadow Brook Hall gardens, and pollinator plants will be available at very reasonable prices. Visit our pollinator table to learn about pollinators and how to start a pollinator garden. There will also be a bake sale. Open from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. The plant sale is located in the courtyard. Credit cards are accepted. All proceeds benefit the gardens at Meadow Brook Hall. For further information, please call 248-364-6210, email MBGC@oakland.edu, visit <a href="https://www.meadowbrookhall.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">meadowbrookhall.org</a> or find us on Facebook.

Local Event: Meadow Brook Garden Club Perennial Plant Sale

Meadow Brook Garden Club Perennial Plant Sale

The Meadow Brook Garden Club Plant Sale is on Thursday, May 14, 2026.  A large variety of Michigan grown perennials, including...

Hills of Rochester Garden Club is offering a wide selection of plants and garden related items on Thursday, May 14, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 120 Boyken Rd. Experienced gardeners will answer your questions. Great Prices! Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted. Funds raised go back to the community.

Local Event: 2016 Annual Plant Sale

2016 Annual Plant Sale

Hills of Rochester Garden Club is offering a wide selection of plants and garden related items on Thursday, May 14, from 9:00...

Plants &amp; Garden-Related Items, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.&nbsp;
A wide selection of perennial plants,&nbsp;garden décor, tools, etc.
Get a jump-start on your gardening!&nbsp;Experienced gardeners will answer questions.&nbsp;Funds raised go back to the community.
Great Prices!&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Cash, Checks &amp; Credit Cards&nbsp;Accepted.

Local Event: Hills of Rochester Garden Club 2026 Annual Plant Sale

Hills of Rochester Garden Club 2026 Annual...

Plants & Garden-Related Items, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
A wide selection of perennial plants, garden décor, tools, etc.
Get a...

Hills of Rochester Garden Club 2026 Annual Plant Sale

Meadow Brook Garden Club presents Melanie Fuhrmann, a Michigan State University Extension Consumer Horticulture Educator. Join us for “Houseplant Care” and discover how to keep your houseplants thriving year-round! Please enter through the new De Carlo Visitor Center.&nbsp; Guests are welcome and reservations are not required.&nbsp; There is a $5 non-member fee.

Local Event: Houseplant Care

Houseplant Care

Meadow Brook Garden Club presents Melanie Fuhrmann, a Michigan State University Extension Consumer Horticulture Educator. Join...

A large selection of native flowers, grasses and shrubs for sale, information about native plant gardening available, t-shirts and other pollinator themed items!

Local Event: Rochester Pollinators Spring '26 Native Plant Sale

Rochester Pollinators Spring '26 Native Plant Sale

A large selection of native flowers, grasses and shrubs for sale, information about native plant gardening available, t-shirts...

Rochester Pollinators will be at Rochester's Downtown Farmer's 
Market, offering a curated selection of Michigan native plants and 
shrubs.

 Whether you're planting for beauty or to feed the bees and 
butterflies in your backyard, these native plants deliver both. From 
delicate wildflowers to hardy shrubs, every variety is selected to 
provide food and habitat for local pollinators throughout the season.
 

 Not sure where to start? Knowledgeable experts will be on hand to 
help you choose the perfect plants for your space, sun, and soil — 
making it easy to create a garden that's as good for nature as it is to 
look at.

Local Event: Native Plant Sale 

Native Plant Sale 


      Rochester Pollinators will be at Rochester's Downtown Farmer's 
Market, offering a curated selection of Michigan native...

Rochester Grangers&nbsp;&nbsp;-&nbsp;Vintage Base Ball Matches
Saturday, May 16 - 1pm
Tuesday, June 23 - 6:30pm
Saturday, July 18 - 1pm
Thursday, July 23 - 6:30pm
No registration required –&nbsp;Free! Donations Appreciated!
The Rochester Grangers existed as a base ball club as early as 1871. Vintage base ball is played representing a time period when gentleman played for leisure and not for competition. You will not see any spitting, sliding, or wagering at these matches! Home matches are played at the Museum and guests should bring their own chairs or blankets, cool drinks, and sun protection. 
Visit the Rochester Grangers Facebook page for their complete schedule of matches. Always verify date and time as match day approaches, as this schedule is subject to change.

Local Event: Rochester Grangers - Vintage Base Ball Matches  

Rochester Grangers - Vintage Base Ball Matches  

Rochester Grangers  - Vintage Base Ball Matches
Saturday, May 16 - 1pm
Tuesday, June 23 - 6:30pm
Saturday, July 18 -...

Twin Lakes Golf Club

AN UNFORGETTABLE FASHION SHOW, GOURMET LUNCHEON &amp; EXCLUSIVE BOUTIQUE
Something extraordinary is coming. The Rochester Symphony Guild invites you to step into an event unlike any other on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the breathtaking Twin Lakes Golf Club in Oakland Township, Michigan. Prepare to be dazzled at the Fashion Event of the Season.
Doors open at 9:30 AM — and the excitement begins immediately! Browse and shop from an extraordinary collection of Boutique Vendors, featuring dazzling jewelry, must-have accessories, gorgeous home décor, and a breathtaking selection of the season’s hottest fashions.
At 11:30 AM, indulge in a spectacular gourmet luncheon — a truly elegant dining experience surrounded by the beauty of fashion, music, and art. Raise a glass and celebrate in style!
Then, the moment you have been waiting for — The Peppertree’s show stopping Fashion Show takes the runway! Prepare to be wowed by the most stunning and sought-after styles of Spring 2026. This is fashion at its finest!
Do not miss your chance to be part of this incredible day! Reserve your seat now by calling 248-765-3285. Tickets are just $65 per person, payable to the Rochester Symphony Guild — a truly priceless experience at an unbeatable value.
This is more than just a fashion show — it is a celebration of art, community, and the power of music. Every ticket purchased directly supports the Rochester Symphony Orchestra and helps bring the magic of classical music to our community. Fifty percent of your ticket price is tax-deductible. Secure your spot before it's gone — reservations close May 1, 2026. Your reservation will be held at the door in your name. We cannot wait to see you there!

Local Event: The Rochester Symphony Guild Presents "Symphony of Style" 

The Rochester Symphony Guild Presents "Symphony...

AN UNFORGETTABLE FASHION SHOW, GOURMET LUNCHEON & EXCLUSIVE BOUTIQUE
Something extraordinary is coming. The Rochester Symphony...

The Rochester Symphony Guild Presents "Symphony of Style" 

Tea in the Farmhouse
Tuesday, May 19 
10am – 11am
$20/Non-Member; $15/Museum Member

Register by Monday, 12pm,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rochester-hills-museum-31205740733" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eventbrite.com/o/rochester-hills-museum-31205740733</a>
We’re opening the doors of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse to host an informal tea hour. Guests get the chance to interact with artifacts and documents normally stored safely away in the collections room, while enjoying the ambiance of the 1840s Van Hoosen Farmhouse. This unique opportunity has limited seating. Tea and light desserts will be served. See website for topics.

Local Event: Tea in the Farmhouse

Tea in the Farmhouse

Tea in the Farmhouse
Tuesday, May 19 
10am – 11am
$20/Non-Member; $15/Museum Member

Register by Monday,...

Cemetery Tour: A Tribute to our Soldiers

Wednesday, May 20
6:30pm-8pm
$8/Museum Member; $10/Non-Member&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rochester-hills-museum-31205740733" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eventbrite.com/o/rochester-hills-museum-31205740733</a>

Mt. Avon Cemetery features soldiers and families from the Revolutionary, Toledo, Civil, and World Wars that defended our country and community. Celebrate our Memorial Day weekend with this patriotic tour.

Local Event: Cemetery Tour: A Tribute to our Soldiers

Cemetery Tour: A Tribute to our Soldiers

Cemetery Tour: A Tribute to our Soldiers

Wednesday, May 20
6:30pm-8pm
$8/Museum Member;...

St Paul's United Methodist Church

The Rochester Symphony Orchestra Presents “Reassurance and Peace”
Rochester, MI — The Rochester Symphony Orchestra invites you to “Reassurance and Peace,” an evening of live orchestral music that promises to move, inspire, and linger long after the final note. Join us Friday, May 22, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Rochester for a performance you will not soon forget.
Under the baton of Maestro Zeljko Milicevic, this exceptional, captivating performance brings to life the extraordinary artistry and versatility of the orchestra’s finest musicians.
The orchestra is thrilled to feature the remarkable clarinetist Staff Sgt. Nick Thompson, a distinguished member of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band. Renowned for his artistry and dedication, Nick has earned a Doctor of Musical Arts (2023) and a Master of Music (2018) from the University of Michigan, as well as a Bachelor of Music (2016) from George Mason University, all in Clarinet Performance. His performances with the Marine Band and Marine Chamber Orchestra—at the White House and throughout the nation during the band’s annual concert tour—have captivated audiences and demonstrated his exceptional talent and passion for music.
The program features works by Carl Maria von Weber, Michael Torke, and George Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess Concert Suite No. 1” and “Walking the Dog.”
We are proud to announce that Matthew Averyt, a 21-year-old cellist and winner of the 2026 Rita May-Young Artist Competition, has been selected as this season’s featured SOLOIST. Matthew will perform Antonín Dvořák’s Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, No. 2 in B minor, Opus 104, third movement with the RSO. Matthew began his cello studies at age 11 and is now a senior at the University of Michigan, where he serves as co-principal cellist of the University Symphony Orchestra. He has earned top prizes in several competitions and has performed with orchestras across the United States. We eagerly anticipate Matthew’s concert appearance with the RSO.
Tickets are $30 for adults and $5 for students and may be purchased at
<a href="https://www.rochestersymphony.com/events/reassurance-and-peace" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.rochestersymphony.com/events/reassurance-and-peace</a> or by calling our box office at 248-651-4181. Additionally, consider gifting our concert tickets—what a wonderful present for any lover of classical music.
The Rochester Symphony Orchestra invites music lovers, families, and newcomers alike to celebrate the enduring power of orchestral music.

Local Event: The Rochester  Symphony Orchestra Presents "Reassurance and Peace"

The Rochester  Symphony Orchestra Presents...

The Rochester Symphony Orchestra Presents “Reassurance and Peace”
Rochester, MI — The Rochester Symphony Orchestra invites you...

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