BIRMINGHAM — On March 9, Birmingham Public School fourth and fifth graders will compete in the Baldwin Public Library’s Battle of the Books at 10 a.m. at Groves High School.

BIRMINGHAM — As they prepare to develop a historic preservation master plan, the city of Birmingham’s Historic District Commission is seeking public feedback.

BIRMINGHAM — At the Birmingham City Commission meeting Feb. 12, the 2024 student board representatives to city Boards and committees were appointed.

BIRMINGHAM — The “Current Student Works Show” at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, 1516 S. Cranbrook Road in Birmingham, will showcase the work of BBAC student artists ages 18 and up until Feb. 29.

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Village Players are performing “The Cemetery Club,” by Ivan Menchell, March 8-24.

BIRMINGHAM/BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Residents from Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills are participating in Detroit Autorama for its 71st anniversary. The event will take place in downtown Detroit’s Huntington Place March 1-3.

BIRMINGHAM — A controversy over a planned road, sewer and sidewalk project sparked by low water pressure for fire hydrants on two residential streets bubbled over into allegations of political attacks recently.

FRANKLIN — The Franklin Public Library is hosting an all-new program for Black History Month at 7 p.m. Feb. 13.

BIRMINGHAM — Shortly after graduating from the University of Michigan with his undergrad, Birmingham resident Erik Morganroth woke up and suddenly could not catch his breath. He decided to go to Beaumont Hospital for some tests.

METRO DETROIT — Cherished memories come from receiving a yearbook on the last day of school and having friends and teachers sign it with personalized messages. Not only are they personal keepsakes of time spent in school, but they can also act as historical records for decades to come.

BIRMINGHAM/BLOOMFIELD — We reached out to some of our previous sources, seeking updates on some of our favorite pieces.  

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Musicale will perform “With a Song in My Heart” 1 p.m. Feb. 8 at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 1800 W. Maple Road in Birmingham.

BEVERLY HILLS — Applications are now open for the village of Beverly Hills’ 2024 Sculptures in the Parks program through March 1.

BEVERLY HILLS — Birmingham Youth Assistance is holding its 41st annual Kids’ Dog Show on Sunday, Feb. 4.

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Shopping District is introducing an all-new community event 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27. The BRRmingham Blast is a free event that will include a zip line, food trucks, activities and more.