Join Warren Parks and Recreation and the City of Warren for some winter fun at Cold Rush at Warren City Square!
Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 2-8 PM
Attractions include:
❄️ Free Ice Skating with Glow Skate at Night (Sponsored by Hamilton Chevrolet)
❄️ Ice Sculptures & LIVE Ice Carving
❄️ Food Trucks
❄️ Bonfire
❄️ Free S'mores & Hot Chocolate
Warren City Square is located in front of Warren City Hall at 1 City Square, Warren, MI 48093.
Embark on an informative full-day journey with the Macomb Regional APEX Accelerator and the DON Office of Small Business Programs (DON OSBP). We're offering a rich overview aimed at empowering small businesses in the realm of government contracting.
The event takes place June 6, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the K Building at the Macomb Community College South Campus.
You'll gain valuable insights into "Doing Business with the DON," uncovering who we are, our mission, and the array of opportunities available for small businesses. Delve into the Mentor-Protege Program (MPP), learning about its benefits, workings and how it fosters valuable partnerships.
We'll also explore the nuances of subcontracting with the DON, equipping you with the knowledge to thrive in this sector.
Registration is required.
The MDEX 15-year anniversary. All events to include briefings, GVSC, one-on-ones, classes, evening receptions and the AUSA breakfast, which will be held at the Macomb Sports and Expo Center at the Macomb Community College South Campus in Warren. No fee to attend, but registration is required.
Best practices for business-to-government engagement
The Macomb Regional APEX Accelerator will also lead a discussion at MDEX of best practices for business-to-government engagement.
The session will take place from 10-11:30 a.m. in Room 145 at the Sports and Expo Center at the Macomb Community College South Campus in Warren.
Topics to be covered include registrations, key terminology, tips on how to market your business to the federal government and prime contractors, effective marketing tools, key players to know and additional public resources.
There is no fee, but registration is required. First, register for the Expo, and then register for the training.
The Metro Detroit Business to Government Connect event will take place March 26 from 8 a.m.-3p.m. on the campus of Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center in Warren.
It is designed to help small and large businesses seeking to market themselves to government agencies and prime contractors.
During this dynamic and interactive event, attendees will have the opportunity to diversify their sales and pitch their product and services to federal, state and local government agency representatives.
You're encouraged to network with businesses in attendance and visit with local business resource partners who are eager to take your company to the next level. This event is not for start-ups. Only businesses with commercial and/or government sales are encouraged to attend.
Items to bring include:
The Michigan State University (MSU) Extension Citizen Planner Program offers land use education for locally appointed and elected planning officials, zoning administrators and interested residents throughout Michigan. It is a time-tested educational program proven to be comprehensive without being overwhelming. The program is delivered locally to provide a convenient way for busy community leaders to obtain the latest technical knowledge and the proficiency they need to perform their duties more effectively and responsibly.
The six sessions of this course provide the fundamentals on roles, responsibilities and best practices for planning and zoning in Michigan, including:
Citizen Planner instructors include MSU Extension educators, MSU faculty, and practicing planners and attorneys in Michigan. The registration fee for the Citizen Planner Classroom Program is $250 and includes a comprehensive training manual.
Click here for more information and to register for the course.
The Macomb County Federal Aid Committee (FAC) is responsible for reviewing and selecting federal aid eligible projects for inclusion in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which is administered by the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG). The Macomb County FAC consists of MCDR personnel and local government representatives from every city, village, and township within Macomb County with participation from SEMCOG and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT).
The Macomb County FAC meets three times per year. Meeting notices, agendas and materials will be provided to Macomb County FAC members and posted prior to each scheduled meeting.
Below are details and information for upcoming Macomb County FAC meetings.
Macomb County Federal Aid Committee (FAC) Special Meeting
Macomb County Verkuilen Building – Assembly Room A and Assembly Room B
21885 Dunham Road, Clinton Township, MI 48036
Please enter through the north side of the building through Entrance E.
To love yourself is to take good care of yourself, and there’s no better month to celebrate self-love than February! Join us for the February self-care series which covers topics such as mindfulness, stress reduction, and self-compassion, and is open to anyone who wants to take time time out from their day to do something nice for themselves. A different topic will be covered during each virtual lunchtime session. You can attend one, two, three, or all four sessions.
Calming Down and De-Stressing
February 8, 2024
Anger is a human emotion that we all feel at one time or another because…we are human! Anger is neither good nor bad, it just is. During this workshop participants will be introduced to the effects of stress and anger on the brain and body. Participants will also practice ways to calm down and de-stress when angry.
Mindful Self-Compassion
February 15, 2024
When we lack self-compassion, we may find it difficult to be compassionate toward others. However, self-compassion is often viewed as being self-indulgent or selfish. During this session, we will talk about the components and benefits of self-compassion and practice an activity to help you experience what self-compassion feels like.
Changing Negative Self-Talk
February 22, 2024
Do you ever feel like your thoughts are spiraling in a negative direction? What if we talked to ourselves like we did with a good friend? You can! During this session, participants will learn about the brain’s negativity bias and how it affects our response to stress. In addition, we will talk about the benefits of positive self-talk and explore other tools for dealing with negative self-talk.
Forgiving and Letting Go
February 29, 2024
How individuals handle their anger and stress affects the people around them. This workshop helps to increase knowledge about anger issues and put healthy relationship skills into practice. This lesson includes ways to begin to explore forgiveness and letting go of past hurts that might be weighing heavy on your heart.
Celebrating Science and Water
Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. ET
via Zoom
Please join us for the 34th annual Great Lakes Conference: Celebrating Science and Water. This conference will feature presentations on emerging issues such as PFAS and Coastal Resiliency in the Great Lakes; and share research about the fascinating species we find in our Great Lakes -- and the challenges marine debris brings.
This event is free, but registration is required. A link to the event will be sent after registration.
Great Lakes Day is sponsored by Michigan Sea Grant, Michigan State University Institute of Water Research, Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, and MSU Extension as part of ANR Week at Michigan State University.
Macomb County Emergency Management and Communications announced today that they are working with 25 Macomb County communities to update the County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan for the period of 2025-2030. The County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies natural and human-caused hazards; the threats those hazards cause to the population, property, and the economy; and measures that can be taken to reduce the risks associated with those threats.
A current Hazard Mitigation Plan is required to access multiple sources of federal disaster relief funding under the Hazard Mitigation Assistance Program. The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires a plan to be updated every five years in order to remain current.
In order to develop a comprehensive plan, Macomb County will seek input from residents, community leaders, business owners, and other organizations into the planning process. The County will host a series of presentations to introduce the public to the plan and highlight areas where the community can get involved. Three community educational meetings will be held at various locations around the County:
Residents will have the opportunity to hear from County experts about the following topics:
Examples of hazard mitigation measures identified through best practices include:
A draft of the plan will be made available for public review prior to submission to the State of Michigan for approval. Questions regarding the hazard mitigation plan can be directed to Macomb County Emergency Management at 586-469-5270 or mcoem@macombgov.org.
The NASS is held each year in Michigan. The summit is held over two days with presentations and panels on Space industry issues, trends and technology and focuses on understanding and taking advantage of defense and commercial opportunities in near-earth and low orbit space.
Thought leaders and policymakers who are envisioning and implementing the USA’s presence in space will provide context for the program. Prime contractors and program managers will brief attendees on their current and planned projects. They will be detailing the needs and opportunities available to the USA’s supplier network.