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Top 5 Local Things to Do this Week! June 15 - 21

Sunday is Father's Day! Monday is Juneteenth!

By Krista Nesbit, Publisher, Macaroni KID Lake Orion - Rochester Hills - Oxford June 13, 2023

Father's Day is a special day to celebrate the dads in our lives, so make the most of it! Here are some ideas: 

  • Go out to eat at his favorite restaurant.  
  • Go for a hike or bike ride. 
  • Get outside and play a sport or some yard games. 
  • Have a cookout - invite some friends over and fire up the grill.   
  • Watch a movie.  
  • Go play putt-putt or head to the driving range.   
  • Just hang out!   

No matter what you do, make sure to let Dad know how much you love and appreciate him. 


These are Macaroni KID Lake Orion - Rochester Hills - Oxford's picks for the five things to do with kids this week. Click on the links for all the details:

1. Food Truck Fridays with Showcase Performance!
Friday from 5-9pm, The Village of Rochester Hills will host a variety of savory and sweet food trucks and showcase performances by local talent in Festival Park. BRAVO Italian Kitchen will also be hosting a Mobile Bar for guests who would like to purchase alcoholic beverages to enjoy in Festival Park during the performances. Each week will bring something new to experience. There will also be lawn games and sidewalk chalk each week. Bring your appetite and your lawn chairs and blankets as you enjoy some FREE quality entertainment outdoors.

2. Juneteenth Freedom Day Event!
Come join us to celebrate Freedom Day for Juneteenth Saturday, June 17th from 12pm-10pm in Downtown Pontiac. Community members will enjoy good food, entertainment, fireworks and other fun activities while we commemorate Juneteenth Independence Day.

3. Free Parks Entry Day - All Oakland County Parks
Monday is Oakland County Parks and Recreation Free Entry Day in honor of Juneteenth! Visitors can enjoy free daily park entry with access to trails, dog parks, playgrounds, fishing spots, and beaches at Oakland County Parks. Park hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset, or as posted at the park.

4. Storytime for All Ages Outside at the Library 
On Tuesday, bring your lunch and a blanket to the Oxford Library lawn for stories and songs. In case of rain, storytime will be held indoors.

5. FREE Family Movie Night - Puss in Boots at Wildwood Amphitheater
Head to Wildwood Amphitheater Wednesday at 7pm for FREE Family Movie Night! Make sure to bring some chairs and blankets and get comfy on the lawn. 


You can see this week's other local events here! 


Have you started thinking about summer camps for your kiddos?! Now is a great time to do that and we have some fantastic options for you here!


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