Traditional events in Clarkston have been canceled due to COVID-19 include the Farm & Garden Club plant exchange, which was scheduled for June 6, SCAMP Camp, which would have started June 29 and the Farm & Garden Club Garden Walk, July 15. Sponsors of Concerts in the Park, Fourth of July Parade, Art in the […]
The latest to feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic is SCAMP. In a message to The Clarkston News Thursday, North Oakland SCAMP Funding Corporation Executive Director Aimee Baker said SCAMP will next happen in 2021. “We are heartbroken to inform you, that due to the pandemic, SCAMP will be cancelled this summer. We have […]
Oakland County Parks and Recreation has waived entry fees for all county parks until June 1, inviting residents and other guests to enjoy a walk in the park at no cost. The offer extends the one made on March 20 and encourages everyone to enjoy the splendor of the Oakland County day-use parks at no […]
The Clarkston Area Youth Assistance has announced its Pinwheels for Prevention program. April is pinwheel month in the Clarkston community. Blue pinwheels represent the happiness and hopefulness of childhood. They remind us to help youth feel safe, hopeful, and welcomed throughout the community. During this difficult time, Blue pinwheels also remind us to be safe, […]
Golfers can grab their clubs, face masks and hand sanitizer, before heading to their favorite Oakland County Parks and Recreation golf course. Glen Oaks Golf Course in Farmington Hills and White Lake Oaks Golf Course in White Lake open Friday, May 1. Three other courses will open on Monday, May 4 — Lyon Oaks Golf […]
The Mt. Zion Performing Arts Youth Theatre program is now holding open auditions. Students enrolled in the program receive training in the areas of acting, voice, and dance. The curriculum emphasizes excellence and provides opportunities for leadership development. Past and current students have performed in box office movies, short films, and local commercials. Some students […]
The Clarkston-area Backyard Birders Club is resuming its regular monthly meetings, but in a necessarily different way. As you well know, the COVID-19 pandemic has complicated plans for monthly meetings at The Gateway for the foreseeable future. Some of the CBBC members are also members of another small group affectionately referred to as “The Geezers.” […]
The American Legion Chief Pontiac Post 377, 4819 Mary Sue Street, will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. During this pandemic, the Red Cross is facing a severe shortage of blood donations. Healthy individuals are needed to help people who require blood. We could use 6-8 […]
In the spirit of community, Neiman’s Family Market on Dixie Highway at White Lake Road is selling Clarkston Has Heart t-shirts. According to Nate Neiman, the shirts will cost $24. Ten dollars from every sale will go to the local food pantry, Lighthouse North. During the COVID-19 crisis, Neiman’s has changed their hours of operation. […]
Clinton River Watershed Council and North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy will present information on landscaping for pollinators and the Poweshiek Skipperling on Friday, March 13, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., at Wint Nature Center in Independence Oaks County Park, 9501 Sashabaw Road. They will also present a hands-on seed ball crafting workshop. The event is free. Vehicle […]