METRO DETROIT — As people consider revitalizing their homes during the warmer months, there are many different ways to utilize antiques or secondhand furniture and trinkets as decorations for both the outside and inside of residences.

WARREN — When members of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity’s Tau Mu Nu Chapter brought their mentoring program for young men to Lincoln High School, they wanted to offer enough support to make each member feel welcome.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — It’s 10 a.m. on a Friday. Shoppers are lined up at the door. A sales associate unlocks the door and moves out of the way as a tidal wave of thrifters pours through the narrow passage. They grab their carts and move around the outlet store’s floor, going from bin to pile to sift through a seemingly endless stream of raw clothes, hoping to be the one to strike gold first.

METRO DETROIT — Many things come with aging including a need to take a closer look at your finances. Here’s some advice from experts when retirement age approaches.

METRO DETROIT — A “perfect storm” of weather conditions and seasonal trends prompted state officials to issue an air quality alert over a mid-February weekend.

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On Feb. 17, John Hefling, the owner of Hefling’s Amish Farm Market, passed away.

ROYAL OAK — On March 14, the annual Royal Oak St. Patrick's Day Parade will return to honor Irish heritage and bring fun for the whole family, according to parade organizers. 

SOUTHFIELD/OAKLAND COUNTY — The Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival has appointed its next artistic director.

MADISON HEIGHTS — Inspired by a member’s harrowing experience being held captive in Hawaii, the Madison Heights Women’s Club is organizing a benefit on behalf of Haven Oakland — a group that has helped survivors of domestic violence for 50 years.

NOVI — The sound of music was especially sweet for seniors, their families and friends Feb. 17 as they were treated to songs and sundaes served up by the Novi Choralaires at the Meadowbrook Commons Activity Center.

NOVI — Summer vibes were oozing out of the Vibe Credit Union Showplace Feb. 12-15 as the Detroit Boat Show — featuring the latest boats, docks and related supplies — took over its halls.

TROY — Three Troy artists were among those honored at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center’s 2026 Current Student Works Show, available for viewing until March 12 at 1516 S. Cranbrook Road.

NOVI — One metro Detroit sibling group is enjoying “turkey with all the trimmings” in the game of life as they continue to age together well into their 90s.

MOUNT CLEMENS — On Friday, March 6, Turning Point will host a performance of “The Vagina Monologues” at The Emerald Theatre.

ROCHESTER HILLS — The windows at Meadow Brook Hall will now help preserve, protect and maintain the interior of the historic mansion and its collections.

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Village Players will be putting on a production of “The Diary of Anne Frank” March 6-22.

GROSSE POINTES/ST. CLAIR SHORES — Give your kitchen a break and leave the cooking to someone else. The Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce’s Grosse Pointe Restaurant Week — March 1 to 7 — will feature delicious deals and dining options at dozens of local eateries.

GROSSE POINTE CITY — The Maire Bears proved that they’re care bears just before Valentine’s Day.

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MOUNT CLEMENS — Between art exhibitions and a plethora of classes, the Anton Art Center is adding a memory cafe to its slate of programs starting this month.