• St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit’s Highland Games 

    St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit’s Highland Games  Celebrating 176 years, Detroit’s & Michigan’s oldest benevolent society, the St.  Andrew’s Society of Detroit proudly presents the longest running, continuous  Highland Games in North America on Saturday, August 2nd beginning at 8am at  historic Greenmead in Livonia at Eight Mile and Newburgh Rd.  From heavy  Scottish athletic events and marching pipe bands to food, live music and a Wee  Bairns play area for the youngsters, there’s fun for everyone!  To help you get your  “Scottish” on, you’ll enjoy shopping our on-site vendors!      The Cèilidh (pronounced) as kay-lee, a huge, live music party under the big tent,  kicks off on at 6pm on Friday, August 1st at Greenmead.  The Cèilidh is an adult  party, featuring rousing Scottish music bands and favorite beverages.   For a quick & further look into this year’s Highland Games & the Ceilidh, and  ticket pricing go to highlandgames.com.  Or, click on the QR code below.  You’ll  receive a more detailed press release on Monday, July 15th, 2025.  This is just a  “sneak preview”.  For    For interviews/more information, please feel welcome to contact St. Andrew’s  Society President, Chris MacKenzie at president@detroitscots.com or phone 248  760 0981.  Or you’re welcome to reach me, Van Rohr at  pressrelease@detroitscots.com, phone 586 431 1753.      

  • The Salvation Army is distributing 870 backpacks for students in Washtenaw County

    Toyota and The Salvation Army Team Up to Provide Backpacks and School Supplies to Local  Students in Need.  The Salvation Army, in partnership with Toyota, is helping ensure students in our community are prepared for a successful school year by providing backpacks filled with essential school supplies to families in need.  As part of a nationwide initiative, Toyota is providing a one-time grant of $651,000, and collecting donations at select manufacturing plants and dealers. The Salvation Army is distributing 16,900 backpacks to students across the U.S —including 870 right here in Washtenaw County. MAJOR BRIAN GOODWILL SAID 870 BACKPACKS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED.  PICK THEM UP AT 100 ARBANA DRIVE IN ANN ARBOR  ON AUGUST 2ND BETWEEN 10:00 AM AND 12;00 PM.  THIS […]

  • St. Louis Center Memorial Golf Outing

    St. Louis Center Memorial Golf Outing If you go to one golf outing this year, make it this one! The scramble format and inviting course layout at Pierce Lake Golf Course in Chelsea, MI make this an event to enjoy. St. Louis Center is blessed to have so many supporters. In honor of those who […]

  • Salem Area Historical Society Arts & Crafts Fair

    Now until August 8th, Salem Area Historical Society is accepting applications from Artists and Crafters to be vendors at their Arts & Crafts Fair, which will be held on Saturday, August 16th, from 10 am to 4 pm.  Home businesses welcome.  To reserve a spot, email SAHS.CountryFair@gmail.com or use the form at the SAHS Website […]

  • The Ray & Mary Knight Foundation Annual Golf Outing & Steak Dinner for The Miles Jeffrey Roberts Foundation

    The Ray & Mary Knight Foundation is Focused on Enhancing the Quality of Life of the Ann Arbor Community. And, in That Spirit, the Ray and Mary Knight Foundation Will Be Hosting Its Annual Golf Outing & Steak Dinner on August 18th at the  Polo Field’s Country Club. Proceeds From the Golf Outing & Dinner Will Benefit the Miles Jeffrey Roberts Foundation, Which is Dedicated to Enhancing the Mental Well Being, and Suicide Prevention of The Youth and Young Adult Population in Our Community.  the Outing Will Kick Off With a Breakfast Buffet Followed by a Great Day of Golf, and Conclude With a Fantastic Knight’s Restaurant Steak Dinner…. And if You Are Not a Golfer… No Problem …you Can  Still Join This Great Cause by Enoying […]

  • 2025 FAMILY EMERGENCY READINESS EXPO – FREE ADMISSION!

    Join us!  LESA Building, 1425 W. Grand River Ave. Howell, MI 48843 August 23, 2025 from 9:00am-4:00pm Expert speakers will educate you on how to cope, survive and prevail over disasters. Have questions? Contact us! JAYRDRICK@GMAIL.COM https://readylivingston.godaddysites.com/ On Facebook: Ready Livingston Family Emergency Readiness Expo   FREE ADMISSION, FREE PARKING, FREE GIFT ON ADMISSION, FREE […]

  • Charles S. Kettles Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 310 22nd Annual Pig Roast Dinner

    Charles S. Kettles Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 310 22nd Annual Pig Roast Dinner In Memory of Ron Weisenrider Honored Friend & Supporter of the Pig Roast. Saturday, August 23, 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm Dine-in or Carryout Saline American Legion Post 322 320 W Michigan Ave (Corner of Michigan Ave and Mills St.) Enjoy […]

  • Salem Area Historical Society Annual Barn Dance – and other upcoming events

    Salem Area Historical Society Friday, Sept. 5 at 7 pm – Three Cedars Farm, 7897 Six Mile Road, West of Curtis Road. EVENT: SAHS Annual Barn Dance. “Bow to your partner, bow to your corner….” will be heard often at the Annual Barn Dance.  Admission at the door is $5.00 per person.  The Square Dance […]