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PorchFest filled air with music in downtown Lapeer
The Highway Drifters were crooning tunes on North Fox Street during Saturday’s PorchFest along with more than two dozen other musicians in and around downtown Lapeer. See more photos on page 1B. Sorry! An active online subscription is required to access this content. Please login…
October activities abound in Lapeer
LAPEER — Autumn is spectacular in downtown Lapeer, and October’s schedule is packed full of fall fun for all ages. • A full slate of events is planned throughout the month, beginning with Haunted Lapeer Ghost Tours Oct. 2-3 and continuing through the annual Downtown Treat Walk…
Numerous October activities planned across county
LAPEER COUNTY — October is, for many, “spooky season,” but the array of events scheduled around Lapeer County show more of the diversity of autumn in Michigan. • It all begins on Thursday, Oct. 1, when the Hadley Township Historical Society welcomes researcher, documentarian, and…
Imlay City High School homecoming festivities start next week
IMLAY CITY — Imlay City High School (ICHS) will celebrate its 2026 homecoming with a festive parade and homecoming court ceremonies starting next week. This year’s theme draws inspiration from Rio: The Movie. On Monday, Oct. 5, the school will hold its traditional powderpuff game…
Preserving Personal Archives in the Digital Age Presentation
An illustrated talk exploring how individuals and families can safeguard their personal histories.
Mario Andretti and Chip Ganassi return to Michigan for the American Speed Festival
PONTIAC — Two of the biggest names in American racing will be celebrated at M1 Concourse when Mario Andretti and Chip Ganassi are honored as the 2026 Master of Motorsports at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, following the day’s American Speed Festival events. Admission to the…
Festival of the Senses returns this weekend!
September 26 & 27, 2026 Clinton Township Civic Center 40700 Romeo Plank Rd.
Get amped up with Mac Watts at outdoor concert
Nashville superstar and Michigan native Mac Watts will take the stage once again during an outdoor fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 26, that benefits the future home of Michael B’s Cafe. The headliner — who was raised in Bloomfield Hills before making it big in Music City — is one part…
Yard and Estate Sale Map
Issue Date: September 24, 2026 The post Yard and Estate Sale Map first appeared on Grosse Pointe News .
Hadley welcomes fall with Pork & Plaid festivities
Four giant pumpkins grown in Hadley from seeds out of last year’s smashed pumpkin were entered in a pumpkin growing contest during the community’s Pork & Plaid event held Friday afternoon (Sept. 18) at the Hadley Mill Museum and property. Mill Creek wasn’t flowing fast enough to…
PorchFest is Saturday in downtown Lapeer
LAPEER — More than 25 musicians are expected to perform on 11 porches and downtown Lapeer sidewalks during PorchFest to be held Saturday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. during Michigan Downtown Day. PorchFest is a free event sponsored by the Lapeer Main Street Downtown…
Two walking tours of Historic Livingston County Courthouse step off Saturday
Two walking tours through the historic Livingston County Courthouse are set for 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Saturday. There are 30 spots open for each tour, and registration is required. The tours will be led by Brandon Barefield, chief deputy of the Register of Deeds. “We have a…