METRO DETROIT — Large crowds flocked to Novi over the Labor Day weekend Sept. 1-5 for the Michigan State Fair.

NOVI — The city of Novi celebrated the end of summer with the first Novi Taco Fest and Fine Art Fair, which was held at Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk, 44425 W. 12 Mile Road, Aug. 26-28.

ROYAL OAK — After the Royal Oak City Commission unanimously approved a five-story planned unit development requested by the property owner of the Main Art Theatre on May 23, demolition crews got to work in July.

ROYAL OAK — From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, and Sunday, Sept. 11, the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Barktoberfest event at Memorial Park, 31050 Woodward Ave., north of 13 Mile Road.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Four Shelby Township Fine Art Society artists’ paintings were voted community favorites at the Shelby Township Art Fair Aug. 13-14.

METRO DETROIT — For the third year, law enforcement agencies will go head-to-head on a softball field to help raise money for youth programs.

BIRMINGHAM — As the Birmingham Family YMCA’s summer sessions come to a close, they are in preparation for a fun-filled fall.

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham community will come together Sept. 17 for an Underground Railroad Commemoration Ceremony.

FERNDALE — Downtown Ferndale will be filled with local artists this month when the 18th annual Funky Ferndale Art Fair rolls into town.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Whether you want to redo a room or your entire home, you’ll find plenty of inspiration at the Junior League of Detroit’s 24th Designers’ Show House.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — It’s not in the show, but Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” probably wouldn’t be entirely out of place in the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” 

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Village Players have much to look forward to this year as they celebrate their 100th season.

STERLING HEIGHTS — As part of its ongoing program of spotlighting local artists, the Sterling Heights Arts Commission named Gail Borowski as its Featured Artist for August and September.

METRO DETROIT — “Remarkable” would describe Kirk Gibson’s walk-off home run in the 1988 World Series off Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley, or bringing the last World Series title to Detroit in 1984. 

MADISON HEIGHTS — Massive murals continue to pop up in Madison Heights, turning empty walls into expansive fantasy worlds and scenes of natural splendor.

METRO DETROIT — In its first time back since the 2020 cancellation due to COVID-19, the attendance and atmosphere returned to normalcy last year.

METRO DETROIT — Lights can make nights brighter, safer and more accessible, but many people want the public to be mindful of the light they shine out into the darkness.

MACOMB COUNTY — As September rolls around, runners in Macomb County are gearing up for two events aimed at raising money for first responders, military personnel and their families on the anniversary of 9/11.

SOUTHFIELD — If you find yourself inside Southfield City Hall anytime soon, you’ll find on display a showcase of art in the building, including some by a resident.

NOVI — As summer is winding down, the city of Novi is gearing up for the Taco Fest and Fine Art Fair.