SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Fine Art Society is celebrating the installation of its 30th art show at Sweetwaters Coffee and Tea, 45629 Hayes Road.

UTICA — The 13th annual Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation Glow Run 5K and walk is returning next month and will be an illuminating time.

STERLING HEIGHTS — According to Oakland University student Emma Bowen, through the power of positive words, “We believe in ourselves to do incredible things.”

WARREN — Promoting the cultural pride and heritage of Polish people, the Polish Day Parade Committee will have its parade for the third year in a row in Warren at 4:10 p.m. Aug. 24 starting from Cousino High School.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Eventgoers can “be Greek for a day,” celebrating Greek culture and art by attending the GreekFest in St. Clair Shores.

METRO DETROIT — The beloved singer-songwriter Elton John comes to life through the talent and passion of Captain Fantastic Detroit, an Elton John tribute act.

HAZEL PARK — Nearly 100 artists and crafters will set up shop at Green Acres Park for the 2024 Hazel Park Art Fair, alongside other offerings such as pottery demonstrations, stilt walkers, aerial performers, yoga classes, and food trucks.

LATHRUP VILLAGE/SOUTHFIELD — Music lovers are in for a treat as Southfield and Lathrup Village each host free music festivals Aug. 9-10.

METRO DETROIT — A new champion has been crowned for the Shield’s Restaurant and Pizzeria 2024 Pizza Bake-Off Contest.

ROYAL OAK — Arts, Beats & Eats is set and ready to showcase star-studded performances, one-of-a-kind artists and plenty of great tastes at the end of summer festival. 

NOVI — The annual Festival of Chariots paraded through the streets of Novi July 21.

METRO DETROIT — A group of generous boaters are ready to set sail on Lake St. Clair next month for the second annual Splash for the Kids fundraiser.

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — Outdoor productions of Shakespeare are a popular summer experience, and now that experience is getting a special twist at an east side location.

FERNDALE — Ferndale will be playing host to the first Webcomicon, an event that will bring popular comic artists together to one convention.

FRASER — The Fraser Lions Carnival once again brought summer fun to Steffens Park, running July 18-21 this year.

UTICA — The Utica Parks and Recreation Department will be bringing people a chance to find all types of treasures at its Trash 2 Treasure event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 7 at Grant Park.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — In a little more than a week, artists will be unveiling their greatest creations at the Shelby Township Art Fair, which will be celebrating its 41st anniversary this year.

FARMINGTON — This year’s version of the Farmington Founders Festival, which was the 60th edition of the event, has received a mixed bag of feedback.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — A birthday party for a building? It is more likely than you may think.

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Art Walk is making a comeback for its second year in a row on Aug. 9 at various businesses located in downtown Royal Oak.