This weekend in Oakland County, MI

Married and engaged couples are welcome at the fifth annual Together in Holiness conference for the Archdiocese of Detroit, hosted at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Troy, Michigan. National speakers Colin and Aimee MacIver will guide reflections on how the family reflects the life of the Trinity. As part of the Together in Holiness marriage series, the day includes presentations from national and local voices, opportunities for Mass, Reconciliation, and Eucharistic Adoration, on-site childcare, and practical guidance for spouses and parents seeking to grow in the Catholic faith. Early Bird pricing is $54 per couple and $35 per individual. After the Early Bird period, registration is $64 per couple and $40 per individual. Scholarships are available for couples and individuals. On-site childcare requires advance registration and is $5 per child or $20 per family for four or more children. Together in Holiness is a program of the St. John Paul II Foundation.

This in-person circle welcomes women-identifying participants to build community in a caring, respectful setting. The gathering centers on deep listening and intentional sharing, inviting everyone to show up as they are, free from judgment, shame, or pressure to meet others’ expectations. The intention is that participants leave with a renewed sense of resilience and inspiration from the stories exchanged. Admission is $10 per person. As attendance has grown, beginning in January 2025 please register for each month in advance so planning and capacity can be managed. The circle meets at the Boston Tea Room, with a free parking lot and entrance located at the back of the building. If plans change, call 248-548-1415 before the start to be eligible for a refund.

Discover local history at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm with drop-in access that includes a self-paced, interactive visit. Admission covers exhibits featuring the Taylor-Van Hoosen families, Mastodon bones, a range of videos highlighting community stories from a historic ski jump to an award-winning PBS film, and numerous computer interactives. A guided tour of the Van Hoosen Farmhouse departs from the Dairy Barn, and you can explore on your own through the Bull Barn, Milk House, Equipment Barn, and Children’s Garden. The experience can extend to the nearby Stoney Creek Cemetery and across 16 acres of gardens and grounds. The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students, and free for museum members. No registration is required.

The Organ Donation Committee partners with Peace Love and Paws rescue to present a puppy kissing booth that raises funds for three groups. This tri purpose fundraiser supports Peace Love and Paws, DACC, and Donate Life. Attendees can smooch adoptable pups in support of these organizations.

Playtesting groups from Star Gambit and Shattered Labs Press meet to try out prototype games, including Bone Dice and Star Gambit. Participants can bring additional games they would like to play, and are welcome to experiment with new rules they want to test. The gathering takes place in the Event Room at Hazel Park District Library.

Set aside an afternoon for tabletop play with options for every taste, from light party titles to deeper Euro-style games. A selection will be available, and participants are welcome to bring favorites to share. All ages are invited. Younger children often occupy themselves with handheld devices or their own games, while kids and teens who can comfortably sit and play with adults are welcome at the tables. For questions, email boardgames@uufarmington.org.

Prospective breeding hosts are welcome at a free, open house event at the Canine Development Center of Leader Dogs for the Blind. Meet members of the breeding team, breeding host volunteers, whelp mentors, and the Leader Dog moms while learning about the program and what the host role involves. Team members will answer questions, explain expectations, and introduce dogs that are still seeking placement so attendees can better understand the commitment and support available.

The sixth race in the 2026 MiSCA series serves as the state championship at Bloomer Park, presented by Szott Auto Group. This student-only event is open to elementary, middle, and high school participants, and no team affiliation is required since students may compete as individuals. To take part, riders need a MiSCA account and must register for each race they intend to enter, and financial assistance is available for those with cost concerns. Elementary athletes in grades 5 and under race on Saturday, while riders in grades 6 and above compete on Sunday. Parking fees apply for vehicles without an annual pass at a rate of $1.50 per hour through the ParkMobile app, with a $10 daily option recommended for stays of 7 hours or more. The trails at Bloomer Park are maintained by the Clinton River Area Mountain Bike Association (CRAMBA).

Boston Tea Room hosts a recurring book club devoted to magickal reads, welcoming fans of both fiction and non-fiction. This session focuses on Shadow Work: Face Hidden Fears, Heal Trauma, Awaken Your Dream Life by Danielle Massi, LMFT. The club is hosted by Heatherleigh and V., and discussion prompts are prepared so every reader can participate. Participation is $10 per person and advance registration is recommended. The fee reserves your spot and becomes a $10 Boston Tea Room gift certificate upon check in, valid that day only for retail purchases. You may bring your own copy, borrow one, or pick up the title at the shop at a 15% discount, and you are welcome to read in whatever format you prefer. The gathering is held in person at Boston Tea Room, with free parking and the entrance located behind the building. If plans change, cancel by phone before the session begins to be eligible for a refund.

The annual Heartwood Ball brings a night not to be missed to Orchid Theatre. Sycamour is announced, with the rest of the lineup to be shared soon. Early bird tickets are available while supplies last.

A festive gala celebrates the 250th birthday of the United States, presented by the Polish American Congress, Michigan Division, in partnership with the American Polish Cultural Society. The evening features an open bar, live music by Plus Band, and a silent auction. Tickets are $100 for adults and $60 for those 21 and younger.

AEG Presents brings Robby Hoffman to Royal Oak Music Theatre as part of Live On Tour. This all ages event welcomes attendees of every generation. Doors open for entry.

The Magic Bag hosts Deerhoof on the Sun Like It Hot 2026 tour, with Gerber & The Babies and Credit Card sharing the stage. This is an all ages, standing room only show. For over thirty years, Deerhoof has been known for bold, boundary pushing ideas, having formed in San Francisco in 1994. The lineup features Satomi Matsuzaki on vocals and bass, Greg Saunier on drums, and guitarists John Dieterich and Ed Rodriguez. Their sets leap from quiet melodies to sudden rhythmic bursts, catchy turns and joyful chaos, a live approach that has earned widespread praise. With more than twenty studio releases, including the recent Noble and Godlike in Ruin, they continue to evolve rather than repeat themselves. Gerber & The Babies bring a playful strain of Midwest egg punk that pulls influence from Black Flag to The Residents. Their songs take on topics like predatory behavior, mental health, and a deep fondness for dogs, driven by piercing synth arpeggios and heavy, fuzz soaked guitar. Credit Card, a Detroit outfit that started in 2025 with members tied to other notable local bands, fuses the city’s punk and techno lineage. Expect strobe lit intensity, mosh friendly energy, and sub powered beats that lean into hard EBM. Their first 7 inch, titled (CC) as a nod to the Germs classic, sold out at its Detroit release show, and they are preparing a 2026 debut full length they sometimes call a mixtape. Strong responses at Smalls, Paris Bar, and underground warehouse parties have built momentum for what comes next.

Saturday nights at Kola Lounge pulse with Afrobeats, reggae, hip hop and more, powered by a live DJ in a stylish lounge setting. Whether celebrating something special or simply in the mood for a night out, expect an energetic weekly soundtrack that keeps the weekend alive.

Hear testimony from a survivor or a personal account from a descendant at The Zekelman Holocaust Center, followed by a docent-led tour of the core exhibition. Docents provide added insight into artifacts, help deepen understanding of the Holocaust, and highlight stories of survivors who rebuilt their lives in Michigan. There is no extra charge to attend these programs.

Oakland University Baseball presents Dugout Day at Oakland University's Baseball Field, a family friendly celebration of the game with activities for all ages. Highlights include an obstacle course, a bounce house, inflatable axe throwing, a dunk tank, face painting, and complimentary food, followed by a baseball game. There is no charge to attend. Families that pre-register receive extra activity tickets to use during the event.

This service-focused week partners with Lighthouse Pontiac to provide meals for neighbors facing poverty in a spirit of Christian care. The effort supports 40 families, about 70 people, many with young children, at the Lighthouse Family Shelter and through Micah 6. The initiative centers on nourishing meals and everyday breakfast and lunch staples. Financial gifts help fund meals, perishable groceries, and water, and food contributions such as fruit, bread, and cereal are also part of the drive. Volunteer roles are open to people of all abilities, and teens can earn service hours through hands-on service.

AEG Presents brings Marc Maron’s Yammering into the Void Tour to Royal Oak Music Theatre for a night of stand up that is open to all ages. Maron’s comedy catalog includes HBO specials Panicked and From Bleak to Dark, along with End Times Fun on Netflix, Too Real, More Later on Epix, and Thinky Pain, with recognition that includes Writers Guild of America and Critics Choice nominations. He is also the creator of the long running interview podcast WTF with Marc Maron, which draws over 50 million listens annually and has surpassed 1600 episodes, featuring conversations with guests such as Barack Obama, Keith Richards, Carol Burnett, and Robin Williams. The Robin Williams episode became the first one on one podcast conversation preserved by the National Recording Registry, and the show concluded after a 16 year run. On screen, his work spans the Netflix series GLOW and the IFC series Maron, films like To Leslie and Justin Kurzel’s crime thriller The Order, and recent projects including The Bad Guys 2, the Bruce Springsteen biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere from 20th Century Studios, the documentary Are We Good, and the indie comedy In Memoriam alongside Sharon Stone, Lily Gladstone, Alan Ruck, Judy Greer, and Justin Long. Additional credits include the Apple TV+ golf comedy series Stick as Mitts, as well as appearances in Joker, Respect with Jennifer Hudson, Spencer Confidential, Sword of Trust, and Stardust, plus voice roles as Mr. Snake in DreamWorks The Bad Guys and Lex Luthor in DC League of Super Pets.