During colder days, many of us kick up our thermostats and stay cozy indoors. But for some families and individuals in Macomb County, this isn’t an option. We’ve heard from parents who have to choose between putting food on the table and paying utility bills. Then there are elderly and disabled individuals who cannot afford to fix their furnaces. It’s heartbreaking.

Macomb Community Action works to combat this issue through emergency grants and assistance (utility bills, furnace repair and replacement) that keep heat running in hundreds of homes - but we also need your help too. Our 34th annual Walk for Warmth is one way you can pitch in. Join us for pet-friendly this 5K Fun Walk on Saturday, May 18th. Everyone is welcome!

Here are the details

Date:     May 18, 2024 – Rain or Shine
Time:    Registration starts at 8:30 a.m.; walking starts at 9 a.m. – enter Door C
Place:    Robert A. VerKuilen Building (West parking lot)
                21885 Dunham Road
                Clinton Township, MI 48036
Cost:      $25 per walker

To register prior to the event, go to W4W2024.eventbrite.com

Join us on July 18, 2024 at Roseville Veterans Memorial Park located at 27325 Barkman St. in Roseville for a night of family fun. Activities will include family craft stations, yard games, sidewalk chalk, photo opportunities, and a number of performances by local artists and entertainers. OneMacomb is a sponsor of the event which is hosted by the Recreation Authority of Roseville and Eastpointe. 

Spend the day with other parents, caregivers, grandparents, foster parents, teachers, and more at the CARE Parenting Conference. Learn new skills and resources that will help you and the children in your life! This years conference features keynote speaker Amy McCready, bestselling author of “The Me, Me, Me, Epidemic.” 

2024 Breakout Session Topics

• Co-parenting Together 
• How to Help & How NOT to Help Our Anxious Children in the Aftermath of COVID-19
• Preventing Parent Burnout Through Self-care and Self-compassion
• What are Eating Disorders: Information and Resources for Parents
• Breaking Down Behavior: Behavior Principles and Functions of Autism Spectrum Disorder
• The Effects of Cell Phone Use on Youth Development
• Social Media and the Impact on Youth Mental Health
• Current Drug Trends
• How to Raise a Drug-free Child
• Surviving the Teen Years
• Strategies for Sleeping Through the Night

For more information visit https://www.careofsem.com/parenting-services/parent-conference/

At the Packard Proving Grounds in Shelby Township, join speaker Samantha Lawerence, Archivist with the Rochester Hill Museum at Van Hoosen Farm. Explore planning for safe care and preservation of 2 and 3 dimensional artifacts before water and fire damage occurs. What storage options should be available? What supplies should be on hand? Will you need special assistance or long-term needs? While designed for historical sites, there are questions also faced by businesses and homeowners, too. This will help you develop a plan before the need arises. 

Tickets are $5. 

For more Information and tickets, visit www.packardprovinggrounds.org/preparing-for-disasters 

Hosted by the Packard Proving Grounds in Shelby Township, this seminar offers an insightful discussion on navigating insurance pitfalls following disasters, featuring experienced speakers Thomas Hathorn and Justin Wettenhall. 

Learn from the aftermath of a recent fire and water damage incident at the museum, gaining valuable insights into handling similar crises for historic sites, businesses, and homeowners. Whether to rush in or take a breath, find out how to plan effectively for the future. 

Tickets are $5. 

For more Information and tickets, visit www.packardprovinggrounds.org/preparing-for-disasters 

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from real-world experiences and prepare yourself for unforeseen challenges.

Skywarn is a nationwide network of volunteer weather spotters who are trained by NOAA's National Weather Service (NWS) to identify and report significant or severe weather such as: severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail, heavy snow, and flooding.

Macomb County Emergency Management has partnered with the NWS to bring Skywarn Spotter Training to Macomb County. There is no cost to take this course. The next course will be in person on March 23rd, 2024 at 10:00am. To register, please call Macomb County Emergency Management at 586-469-5270.   

Event address: 44001 Garfield Rd #1100, Clinton Twp, MI 48038. 

A much-anticipated event celebrating the City of Sterling Heights' many cultures will take place Friday, Mar. 8, 2024. The City of Sterling Heights and its Ethnic Community Committee will hold its 2024 Cultural Exchange from 6-10 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Community Center, 40250 Dodge Park Road. The public is encouraged to attend this celebrated event.

The 2024 Cultural Exchange will feature a wide array of ethnic music and dance, educational cultural displays from area groups and organizations, and a variety of desserts, breads and dips. Cultures represented will include African-American, Albanian, Bulgarian, Chaldean, Filipino, German, Hispanic, Indian, Iraqi, Irish, Italian, Macedonian, Polish, Scottish, Slovakian, Turkish and many more. A minimum suggested donation of $1 is requested.

"The evening is really a great chance for people of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds to celebrate their similarities more than their differences," said Carmen Williams, chairman of the Ethnic Community Committee. "We are looking forward to participation from all the different nationalities in Sterling Heights and surrounding areas."

The 11-member Sterling Heights Ethnic Community Committee was formed in 1990. Its goals include developing understanding and improving the communication among diverse races and ethnic groups in the City. 

This event, hosted by Macomb County Historical Society Crocker House Museum & Gardens, is a luncheon that honors the memory of Yvonne Leslie. This year's theme for the tablescaping competition is, "My Favorite Things."

A buffet and cash bar will be included, along with raffles and door prizes. Group seating reservations must be made together with tables seating eight people. 

Tickets are $50 and may be purchased by calling the museum at 586-465-2488.

Location: 
Zuccaro's Banquets & Catering
46601 N. Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield Township, MI 48051

Come to a night of glitz, glamor, and nostalgia at the historic Packard Proving Grounds! Featuring a Gatsby-themed dinner, specialty cocktails, dancing, and more.

Special guest emcee: Roop Raj, FOX 2 News weekday evening anchor. 

All proceeds support the restoration of the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site. VIP pre-event for sponsors available. Dress in period attire and enjoy the ambiance of the 1920s. Limited tickets available! Act fast before they're gone! 

Tickets Include: Dinner, drinks, music, dancing, and access to view PMCF classic Packards with official docents. For more information, tickets and sponsorship, visit www.PackardProvingGrounds.org/GreatGatsby

Location:
Packard Proving Grounds
49965 Van Dyke Ave.
Shelby Twp, MI 48317