TROY — Troy’s 70th Birthday Celebration at the Jeanne M. Stine Community Park June 14 invited residents and friends of the community to celebrate the history and amenities the city offers.

UTICA — The Utica Palooza 5K Walk & Vendor Market on June 14 provided fundraising opportunities for projects associated with Sparkle Network and Woman’s Life Chapter 911-Macomb Angels.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Summer is officially here and Shelby Township is celebrating with two days of family fun this weekend.

NOVI — Actor Mark Wahlberg and Jay Feldman once again took to the green, along with several other celebrities and sponsors, for the Feldman Automotive Children’s Miracle Network Celebrity Golf Invitational at the Detroit Golf Club June 9.

ROYAL OAK — The annual festival dedicated to celebrating vibrant Mexican cuisine is on its way back to downtown Royal Oak for the fourth year.

NOVI — After a two-year hiatus, the Novi Fine Art Fair is scheduled to return to the city June 20-22 at Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk, 44275 W. 12 Mile Road in Novi.

GROSSE POINTE PARK — For at least some residents, stocking up on fresh, locally grown produce will soon be a walk or a bike ride away.

LATHRUP VILLAGE — A self-guided home tour in Lathrup Village will allow people to get up close with noteworthy gardens in the city.

SOUTHFIELD — Community members can expect multiple events and activities to celebrate Juneteenth in Southfield.

STERLING HEIGHTS — The city of Sterling Heights will celebrate its fourth annual Juneteenth this year with a dance workshop, soul food sampling, live music and more.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Bloomfield Hills’ Johnson Nature Center recently showcased its new outdoor classroom to the community during a ribbon-cutting and exhibition of learning.

METRO DETROIT — Vacation season is here, and while you’re packing your bags, don’t forget about your pet’s plans.

DETROIT — The biennial Designers’ Show Houses may have concluded their 50-year run in 2024, but the nonprofit Junior League of Detroit has another stylish fundraiser coming up to continue its proud tradition of helping the community.

FERNDALE — The 15th anniversary of the Ferndale Pride festival came and went May 31 with more than 30,000 in attendance, according to the event director.

BERKLEY — Berkley’s yearly celebration of artists and artisans will be back this month. The Berkley Art Bash will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 14, on 12 Mile Road between Kenmore Road and Buckingham Avenue.

METRO DETROIT — Fantasy and reality will meet in St. Clair Shores at this year’s Michigan Fantasy Festival.

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — With summer rolling in, Harrison Township has started up its shuttle bus program on weekends for residents and guests to use.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A celebration of Polish food and culture is returning to Sterling Heights later this month. Now in its 43rd year, the American Polish Festival will bring a mix of Polish bands, local music, folk dancers, arts and crafts, and Polish/American cuisine to the grounds of the American Polish Century Club June 20-22.

TROY — On May 12, volunteers came to the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Troy to prepare pastries for the church’s upcoming Opa! Fest in June.

NOVI — Twice a year, the Motor City Comic Con, marketed as “Michigan’s largest and longest-running pop culture event,” takes over the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi and provides the opportunity for fans of all ages to be able to interact with their celebrity heroes.