Blood drives

• Blood Drive is 1-7 p.m. June 24 at Holly Calvary Church, 15010 N. Holly Road, Holly. Register at 866-642-5663, www.hollyblooddrives.org.

• Red Cross Blood Drive is 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 27, at Milford United Methodist Church, 1200 Atlantic St. next to the Milford Post Office. Donors can sign up through the Red Cross donor app, online at redcrossblood.org, or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). The drive code is: MUMC. Those who sign up and give blood at the drive will receive an e-gift card of $15.

• City of Troy Red Cross Blood Drive is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 27, at the Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois, Troy. Donation appointments can be scheduled by calling 313-300-9617 or visiting www.redcrossblood.org and entering zip code 48083. Photo ID or Red Cross Donor Card will be required. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh more than 110 pounds, and be in good general health.

Community events

• The Village of Rochester Hills hosts summer activities with most events taking place outside in Festival Park, northeast corner of Adams and Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills. Music & Me events are 10-10:45 a.m. June 23 and June 25; Bugs on Wheels at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; UC3 Trio-5-8 p.m. June 27, TheVORH.com.

• Waterford Township’s Riverwalk grand opening ribbon cutting is at 11 a.m. June 28, at Community of Christ Church parking lot, 1990 Crescent Lake Road, Waterford Twp. Ribbon cutting for the completion of the Riverwalk over the Clinton River, Detroit Institute of Arts Inside-Out art work along the Riverwalk and grand opening of the outdoor art exhibition, “Blowin’ in the Wind,” https://waterfordmi.gov/1415/Riverwalk-Events.

• United Community Family Services-Chaldean American Ladies of Charity announced the completion of its new outdoor green space, the UC Oasis, located behind its building in Troy. Among other community programs, the UC Oasis will offer Summer Study Camp, aimed at ensuring academic momentum for local students. For more information, call 248-528-0130, https://ucfamilyservices.org.

• Talent show for local teenagers, ages 13-19, with the opportunity to win prizes, (grand prize is $1,000). Call 248-269-3276 to enter. The talent show is July 2, at Flagstar Strand Theatre, 12 N. Saginaw, Pontiac, doors at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 6 p.m., $10 admission, presented by A Father’s Presence, an organization to help fathers become better fathers and engage youth. For more information, call 248-269-3276.

Festivals/Shows

• Lions Club Jubilee carnival is June 19-22, (opens at noon Sunday) at the corner of Flint and Broadway, downtown Lake Orion, https://skerbeck.com/events/219.

• Opa!Fest Greek Festival is June 20-22, (11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday), St. Nicholas Church, 760 West Wattles Road, Troy, www.opafest.org. Admission is $3 adults, (ages 12 and under are free) and canned goods to donate to Gleaners Community Food Bank, free parking and shuttle from Boulan Park on Crooks Road.

• Festival of the Hills is June 25, Borden Park, 1400 E. Hamlin Road, Rochester Hills. Entertainment starts at 6 p.m., fireworks at 10:05 p.m., no alcohol, no pets, no other fireworks, (rainout date is July 9), https://rochesterhills.org/foth.

• Lite the Night Fireworks is 6-10 p.m. June 26, Sibley Square Park, 48900 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, live music, beer and wine tent, food trucks, children’s activities, fireworks at 10 p.m. www.wixomgov.org.

• Popcorn and Pistons Family Movie Night featuring “Smokey and the Bandit” is 7-10 p.m. June 27, at Pontiac Transportation Museum, 250 W Pike St., Pontiac, pontiactransportationmuseum.org, www.facebook.com/pontiactransportationmuseum, 248 977 4410, free to members, non-members-$10+ general admission.

• West Bloomfield Parks’ Summer-On-The-Bank festival is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 28, at Marshbank Park, 2805 Hiller Road, West Bloomfield Twp., featuring giant water slides, fishing, food trucks, kayaking, inflatables, food trucks, an interactive DJ and family activities, supplies for fishing and kayaking are provided. Free admission, no registration is required. Participants are encouraged to bring a bathing suit, a towel, a reusable water bottle and socks for the dry inflatables. Additional vendor fees may be required; cash and card are accepted, food trucks, $10 to enter the Game Zone, suited for ages 6+. In case of inclement weather, check website for updates, wbparks.org/SOTB.

• Independence Fest is 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., June 28, at Clintonwood Park, 6000 Clarkston Road, Independence Twp., featuring youth activities, food concessions, arts and crafts vendors (11 a.m.-5 p.m.). Military museum is 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Classic Car Display is 11 a.m.-2 p.m., live entertainment is noon-3 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. Veterans celebration is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with complimentary lunch for veterans of all ages and spouses, noon to 1:30 p.m., additional guests are $5 per person. Registration required for lunch, military vehicle and classic car display at 248-625-8231. fireworks at 10 p.m., (rain date is June 29), limited parking at Clintonwood Park-$5 before and $10 after 2 p.m.; parking and shuttle from Everest Academy, $5 before and $10 after 2 p.m.; and shuttle from Clarkston High School, $5, lot opens at 4 p.m. Attendees can bring lawn chairs and blankets and coolers, no glass or alcohol, and no personal fireworks, www.indtwp.com.

• Red, White & Blues Festival is 5-11 p.m. June 28, fireworks at dusk, live music, food trucks, children’s activities, bounce houses, crafts and vendors, John Street Field, 305 N. John Street, Highland Twp., www.highlanddda.com/events-attractions.

• Festival in the Park is 6-10:30 p.m. June 29, Civic Center Park, 360 W. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights, food vendors, bounce house, face painting, and live music by Cosmic Groove. Fireworks at 10 p.m., www.facebook.com/MadisonHeightsRecreation, madison-heights.org, weather permitting.

• 4th of July Michigan Made Fest is 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 28-29, Canterbury Village, 2325 Joslyn Ct., Orion Twp., vendors, lawn games, music, food to purchase, $3 admission, ages 12 and under admitted free, free parking, www.canterburyvillage.com.

Fundraisers

• Kroger customers are invited to donate any dollar amount at checkout to the Great Michigan Milk Drive through June 30, during National Dairy Month. Every dollar raised goes toward purchasing milk for six of the Feeding America-affiliated local food banks in Michigan, partnership with the United Dairy Industry of Michigan.

• Menards home improvement stores are serving as drop sites for non-perishable food donations to benefit local food pantries. Donations can be dropped off in the large collection boxes near the exit doors at Menards locations, through the months of June and July. Oakland County locations include Bloomfield Hills, Orion Twp. and Wixom, menards.com.

• 8th Annual Salute Our Warriors Benefit is 6-10 p.m. July 11, at the Danny Kassab Estate in Rochester Hills. The event is set to honor local military heroes, and raise critical funds for fallen and wounded soldiers. Entertainment includes a performance by “Slight Return”, with musical guest Derek St. Holmes, Ted Nugent’s guitar player and singer. Tickets and sponsorships are available at https://saluteourwarriors.us. Event parking is at Rochester Adams High School, 3200 W. Tienken Road in Rochester Hills, with shuttle service to the Danny Kassab estate.

• Kajy Law Firm, PLLC, in Southfield is collecting non-perishable food and monetary donations for Gleaners through July 18. Collection bins have been set up in the firm’s main lobby at 18000 W. Nine Mile Road in Southfield, https://877kajycares.com.

Golf outings

• Golf for Hope golf outing is July 12, at Hartland Glen Golf Course, 12400 Highland Road, Hartland, 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. shotgun start, 18 holes of golf with cart, buffet lunch, https://fivepointsofhope.com, $140 per golfer, $35 for lunch only, proceeds go to the Five Points of Hope Cancer Care Fund.

Parks/Outdoor activities

• WhoaZone inflatable on-water play structure and other lake activities at Heron Beach at Holly Recreation Area state park, 5005 McGinnis Road, Holly. Ticket prices vary for WhoaZone and must be at least 45? tall, https://whoa.zone/holly. A state park recreation passport is required for entry to the park, https://whoa.zone/holly/#zone.

• Pollinator Picnic is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. June 26, at Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills. Explore the world of pollinators with fun crafts and activities. build a bee bath and pollinator garden, scavenger hunt, temporary tattoos and honey bread, $10/museum member; $15/non-member, www.rochesterhills.org/musprograms.

• Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers free admission. General park entry fees and vehicle permits have been eliminated for all parks operated by Oakland County Parks, www.oakgov.com/community/oakland-county-parks.

• The Metroparks Trail Challenge is open through Oct. 31. Registration is $35, includes a custom tumbler and trail passport. Visit designated Challenge Trails across all 13 Metroparks. Take a selfie at each trail’s Challenge Kiosk and upload it to the leaderboard to collect your badge, and you’ll get a 2026 Annual Vehicle Pass. Register your dog for $10 and receive a custom Trail Challenge dog tag. www.metroparks.com/trailchallenge.

• Oakland County Parks golf courses are open, weather permitting. Glen Oaks Golf Course in Farmington Hills, 248-851-8356; Lyon Oaks Golf Course in Lyon Township, 248-437-1488; Red Oaks Golf Course in Madison Heights, 248-541-5030; Springfield Oaks Golf Course in Davisburg, 248-634-2261; and White Lake Oaks Golf Course in White Lake Twp., 248-698-2700. Online tee times accepted seven days before play at OaklandCountyParks.com. Golfers can also call the pro shops. Fees vary.

• Michigan State Parks and Recreation Areas, michigan.gov/dnr. Park entrance fees apply.

Support resources

• For access to local community services, dial 211 (844-875-9211) or text zip code to 898211, for information and referrals to physical and mental health resources; housing, utility, food, and employment assistance; and suicide and crisis interventions, United Way, https://unitedwaysem.org/get-help.

• The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7 confidential support for people who are suicidal or in emotional distress, or who know someone who is. Calls and text messages to 988 route to a 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call center, www.fcc.gov/988Lifeline.

• National Domestic Violence Hotline, 800-799-7233, available 24/7.

• Common Ground’s Resource & Crisis Helpline is available 24/7 — call or text 800-231-1127.

• Veterans Crisis Line, dial 988 and then press 1 to connect to the Veterans Crisis Lifeline. For texts, veterans should text the Veterans Crisis Lifeline short code: 838255.

To submit a community event, email the information to Kathy Blake at kblake@medianewsgroup.com.