For 55 years, the Detroit Boat Show has attracted the industry’s top-of-the-line crafts together under one roof, hundreds of brand-new products loaded with the latest and greatest features for thousands of attendees to checkout up-close and in person.  It’s one of the longest-running boat shows in the state of Michigan, an annual event that for some, like the local dealers at Colony Marine, has become an annual tradition in and of itself. “We make a [...]

It’s that time of year again- the birds are chirping, the grass is one good rain away from needing a mow, and you’re heading to your shed to take all of your lawn accessories out of storage. Before you unpack that cracked birdbath and begin your annual battle with your ancient charcoal grill, consider instead making this the year YOUR yard is the one everyone else envies and do some much-needed upgrading. For Him Choosing [...]

Here is a list of some of the courses available in Oakland County. Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Courses 1200 N. Telegraph Rd., Building- 38E, (248) 858-7831 Boater Safety Classes are offered by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office at no charge. Registration is required. These free courses run from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on May 4, May 18, June 8 and June 22. Additional classes will be held throughout Oakland County and instructed by Charles Comstock. Pre-registration is required to attend. [...]

With warm weather fast-approaching, Oakland County lakefront homeowners are ready to dust off their boats and hit the lake, but both local and nationwide boating safety advocates are reiterating the importance of preparedness, above all else, before jumping aboard. “Boating is part of the Pure Michigan lifestyle, and safe boating is everyone’s responsibility,” said boating law administrator Lt. Andrew Turner of the Department of Natural Resource’s Law Enforcement Division. “From canoes and kayaks to larger [...]

How to Choose the Right Life Jacket A guide provided by the National Safe Boating Campaign Looking for a life jacket? Today’s life jackets come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors and materials. No matter which life jacket you choose, be sure it’s right for YOU, your planned activities, and the water conditions you expect to encounter. Try It On Check the manufacturer’s ratings for your size and weight. Make sure the life jacket [...]

Hi everyone! My name is Lisa LaGrou and I’m the founder of OaklandCountyMoms.com, a top online resource for families in theOaklandCountyarea. A major component of OaklandCountyMoms.com is to provide families with the latest happenings in the area and that is what I’ll be doing here each month. Happy Mother’s Day from OaklandCountyMoms.com! Enjoy the day making wonderful memories with your family. After Mother’s Day wraps up, get ready for another exciting event. This month hosts [...]

Lake Orion Farmers’ Market Spring time is finally here on the sunny shores of Lake Orion. We are busy getting prepared for our upcoming Flower Fair May 10th and 11th – just in time to shop for Mother’s Day! We are also organizing and recruiting vendors for the kick-off of our Wednesday afternoon Farmers’ Market on June 19. This month features one of our local vendors, Love MI Seasons. As the executive chef at The Huntsman Hunt Club [...]

“Lonely & Blue: The Deepest Soul of Otis Redding”  -  Otis Redding No one could take a song full of sadness and woe and turn it into something beautiful and uplifting – into a desperate affirmation of life – quite like the incomparable Otis Redding.   And while “Lonely & Blue: The Deepest Soul of Otis Redding” (released March 2013) seems, at first glance, like just another best-of album – the record is anything but.  Mixed [...]

  Click on the table below for your fishing guide to Michigan lakes. Fish MapTable Table from Oakland County Fishing Opportunities Map- Provided by Oakland County Economic Development & Community Affairs and Oakland County Parks and Recreation.