Stepping Out with the Stars

Are you using artificial intelligence in your day-to-day processes and looking to take your business to the next level?

Join Macomb County Planning and Economic Development (MCPED) and its partners May 22 from 8-10 a.m. at Velocity in Sterling Heights for “Advancements in AI,” the latest Industry 4.0 workshop powered by Macomb Next.

(This event is at full capacity and is no longer accepting reservations.)

Why should you attend?

Discover the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) firsthand – a force revolutionizing every sector of our world. ThinkDigits will unveil cutting-edge strategies for leveraging AI in overcoming business challenges. Learn how AI can propel your growth, tackle capacity constraints, navigate supply chain disruptions, and address labor shortages. Don't miss this opportunity to harness the transformative potential of AI for your business success.

What to expect

• ThinkDigits CEO Shyam Kariat (Prashant) will discuss how AI algorithms interpret data to make predictions and how you can be prepared for future patterns and trends.
• Listen to a panel discussion from our college partners about how they are preparing the next generation of workforce for careers that use AI. The panelists include:
  • Louisa Krause, the director of Instructional Innovation and Distance Education at Macomb Community College
  • Ratna Babu Chinnam, professor and chair of the Industrial and Systems Engineering Department at Wayne State University.
  • George Pappas, assistant professor and director, MSAI graduate program at Lawrence Technological University.
• Meet with vendors and experts to get your questions answered.

Learn more about Macomb Next, Industry 4.0 and our available services.

The Macomb County Health Department along with the Baby Resource Network of Macomb is hosting a FREE Infant Safety Expo for all Macomb County parents and caregivers who have a baby under 1 year of age, as well as pregnant people. The event is scheduled for 10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at Love Life Family Christian Center located at 17363 Toepfer Dr. in Eastpointe. 

The Infant Safety Expo will provide opportunities for attendees to learn important information on safe sleep, CPR/choking prevention, breastfeeding and more. Lunch will be provided for all attendees. In addition, attendees will receive a free gift as well as opportunities to participate in a raffle for additional prizes. Local vendors will also be on-hand to provide additional educational opportunities.

To register for the event, go to https://bit.ly/4awcM10 or call (586) 469-5520. Registrations need to be completed by Monday, April 22.

Date: Saturday, April 27
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Love Life Family Christian Center
Address: 17363 Toepfer Dr., Eastpointe

The flier for the Infant Safety Expo be found here.

Join us on Saturday, May 4th from 10 am till 2 pm for "Shelter Barks Back" Adoption Event. Many adoption fees are reduced or sponsored!

Adoptable pets can be viewed online at https://www.macombgov.org/animal-control/adoptions.

Adoption applications can be completed online prior to arrival or in person. 

• For those who do not own their home, it is required that you bring proof of your rental/lease agreement with the pet addendum in order to finalize the adoption. The minimum adoption age is 18, so those who live with their parents will need their parents present to finalize the adoption.
• We want to make the perfect match for your family, therefore we request that ALL family members in home, including children and dog(s) be present at the time of adoption. Please keep your dog(s) RESTRAINED/CONFINED outside of the adoption area until you are ready to meet the dog you are interested in, at which time a staff member will assist with proper introduction.
• Macomb County Animal Control staff will be verifying proper vaccine and preventative care history on owned pets, as well as ensuring proper licensing laws have been followed for those applying to adopt. We want what's best for our shelter pets! It is a great idea to be prepared to adopt by bringing your pet’s current preventative care history.

All of the animals available for adoption are spayed/neutered, current on age/species appropriate vaccines, provided with prevention and microchipped. Dog license fees are NOT included in the adoption fee but are required for all Macomb County residents.
 

Regular adoption hours are M-F 10am-4pm.

Adoptable pets can be viewed online at https://www.macombgov.org/animal-control/adoptions.

Adoption applications can be completed online prior to arrival or in person. 

• For those who do not own their home, it is required that you bring proof of your rental/lease agreement with the pet addendum in order to finalize the adoption. The minimum adoption age is 18, so those who live with their parents will need their parents present to finalize the adoption.
• We want to make the perfect match for your family, therefore we request that ALL family members in home, including children and dog(s) be present at the time of adoption. Please keep your dog(s) RESTRAINED/CONFINED outside of the adoption area until you are ready to meet the dog you are interested in, at which time a staff member will assist with proper introduction.
• Macomb County Animal Control staff will be verifying proper vaccine and preventative care history on owned pets, as well as ensuring proper licensing laws have been followed for those applying to adopt. We want what's best for our shelter pets! It is a great idea to be prepared to adopt by bringing your pet’s current preventative care history.

All of the animals available for adoption are spayed/neutered, current on age/species appropriate vaccines, provided with prevention and microchipped. Dog license fees are NOT included in the adoption fee but are required for all Macomb County residents.
 

Regular adoption hours are M-F 10am-4pm.

Adoptable pets can be viewed online at https://www.macombgov.org/animal-control/adoptions.

Adoption applications can be completed online prior to arrival or in person. 

• For those who do not own their home, it is required that you bring proof of your rental/lease agreement with the pet addendum in order to finalize the adoption. The minimum adoption age is 18, so those who live with their parents will need their parents present to finalize the adoption.
• We want to make the perfect match for your family, therefore we request that ALL family members in home, including children and dog(s) be present at the time of adoption. Please keep your dog(s) RESTRAINED/CONFINED outside of the adoption area until you are ready to meet the dog you are interested in, at which time a staff member will assist with proper introduction.
• Macomb County Animal Control staff will be verifying proper vaccine and preventative care history on owned pets, as well as ensuring proper licensing laws have been followed for those applying to adopt. We want what's best for our shelter pets! It is a great idea to be prepared to adopt by bringing your pet’s current preventative care history.

All of the animals available for adoption are spayed/neutered, current on age/species appropriate vaccines, provided with prevention and microchipped. Dog license fees are NOT included in the adoption fee but are required for all Macomb County residents.
 

Regular adoption hours are M-F 10am-4pm.

Join us on May 18 for our Community Action 60^th Anniversary event! The entire community is welcome to this FREE EVENT. The event will serve as a celebration of community action in Macomb County and highlight the life-changing services that mean so much to so many in Macomb County. 

The celebration will include food, fun, and games for all ages. Planned activities include bingo, lawn games, music, and raffle prizes. 

Date:     May 18, 2024 – Rain or Shine
Time:    11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Place:    Robert A. VerKuilen Building (back parking lot)
               21885 Dunham Road
               Clinton Township, MI 48036

Plus, our 60^th anniversary event will provide an excellent opportunity to learn more about and access Macomb Community Action services and resources, including:

• Action Centers – Direct support for income-eligible residents to diminish poverty and promote independence through rent/mortgage and utility assistance and other programs
• Community Food Bank of Macomb County – The Macomb Food Program provides immediate, no cost relief to those in need of food through a network of more than 70 pantries and hunger relief organizations. 
• Head Start – Head Start is an early childhood development and education program for income-eligible families. The program provides a range of services for pregnant women and families with children ages 0-5.
• Transportation – Provides transportation to essential medical appointments and other specific locations for eligible county residents.
• Weatherization – Performs the installation of upgrades and devices to promote energy conservation and efficiency in Macomb County homes.

Click here for the event flyer.