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Local Easter Events
Spring is in the air, and Easter 2025 is coming up on Sunday, April 20th! Whether you're looking for egg hunts, bunny meet-and-greets, or festive family activities, there’s something for everyone in Clarkston and Independence Township
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Pinwheels For Prevention
What are Pinwheels for Prevention?
The CAYA Pinwheels for Prevention Program works through its projects to strengthen the well-being of children, adolescents and families through community involvement by:
FOSTERING small acts of Primary Prevention, the often ordinary things we can all do to increase well-being,
BUILDING an awareness that EV
What are Pinwheels for Prevention?
The CAYA Pinwheels for Prevention Program works through its projects to strengthen the well-being of children, adolescents and families through community involvement by:
FOSTERING small acts of Primary Prevention, the often ordinary things we can all do to increase well-being,
BUILDING an awareness that EVERYONE HAS A ROLE in strengthening well-being, including school-age children from Young Fives to Grade 12.
59 Party Rentals
59 Party Rentals is a family owned business based out of Oakland County, MI. Together they have been in the service industry for over 20 years. They have enjoyed hosting their friends and family and would love to assist in coordinating your special event with ease.
Garden Gala Fundraiser
Thursday, May 8th
6:30-8:30 PM, VIP @ 5:30 PM
Brady Lodge, Clarkston
Experience an elegant evening featuring strolling appetizers, beer & wine, a silent auction, and special guest entertainment by the incredible Ben Sharkey! https://www.bensharkey.com/
Proceeds benefit the Clarkston Community Garden, helping to provide fresh produce and re
Thursday, May 8th
6:30-8:30 PM, VIP @ 5:30 PM
Brady Lodge, Clarkston
Experience an elegant evening featuring strolling appetizers, beer & wine, a silent auction, and special guest entertainment by the incredible Ben Sharkey! https://www.bensharkey.com/
Proceeds benefit the Clarkston Community Garden, helping to provide fresh produce and reduce food insecurity for local residents.
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Donate Used Prescription Glasses & Readers
During the first two weeks of April you can donate your used prescription glasses and readers to help Emma's Helping Hands outreach.
Volunteers Needed
Join over 500 volunteers as we help people all over the Clarkston area.
The Goddard School of Clarkston
The Goddard School of Clarkston
The Goddard School of Clarkston
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Local Scholarship Opportunities
The Goddard School of Clarkston
The Goddard School of Clarkston
Tap below for more info and applications.
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Insiders's Guide
The Goddard School of Clarkston
Insiders's Guide
Planning a party—whether it’s for a graduation, birthday, or summer celebration—just got easier! Our guide is packed with everything you need to pull off an unforgettable event, from a step-by-step planning checklist to trusted local vendor recommendations for venues, catering, desserts, rentals, and entertainment.
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Pine Knob Podcast Episode
with special guest Jeff King/ owner of Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard School
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Check out our recent visit to Off The Wall located inside of Pine Knob Ski & Snowboard Resort.
Sips & Stories & Connecting Clarkston Podcast
Sips & Stories & Connecting Clarkston Podcast
Sips & Stories & Connecting Clarkston Podcast
Listen to season 1 & 2 of our pre-recorded Connecting Clarkston and SIPS & STORIES podcast on Spotify.
Connecting Clarkston Season 2 Ep.1
Sips & Stories & Connecting Clarkston Podcast
Sips & Stories & Connecting Clarkston Podcast
City of the Village of Clarkston's City Council. Ted Quisenberry, Peg Roth and former council member and newly appointed Mayor Sue Wylie. The three talk about what their roles on city council are, interacting with the residents, the history of Clarkston and what they hope the future of Clarkston will be.
Sips & Stories Podcast
Sips & Stories & Connecting Clarkston Podcast
Sips & Stories Podcast
Tune in to this episode where we joined by Clarkston local, Lauren Fortinberry , a local real estate agent, talking Clarkston, housing market trends, and her fave elusive Union meal available just 1 week a year. 🏡🍽️
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Thank you to White Blossom Farm Boutique
Thank you to White Blossom Farm Boutique
Thank you to White Blossom Farm Boutique
We are so happy with the makeover our podcast studio received from Shana at White Blossom Farm Boutique.
Stop in and visit her Fridays 10-5 and Sundays 11-4.
Tell her we sent you!
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Thank you to White Blossom Farm Boutique
Thank you to White Blossom Farm Boutique
Fear not, fellow shoppers for we have embarked on an important mission to uncover the most pristine, quirky, and downright Instagrammable restrooms in our town.
Sipping Local.Cocktail of the month at Kruse's Deer Lake Inn
Tap below to watch Mike create two must try cocktails this holiday season.
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Share your Clarkston ghost stories with us!
Love Locks on the Bridge Over the Mill Race in Depot Park
Love Locks on the Bridge Over the Mill Race in Depot Park
As Halloween draws near, we have a have a question... have you ever experienced something eerie or heard chilling tales of hauntings in Clarkston?
We want to hear from you! Share your personal experiences or stories you've come across regarding ghostly encounters in our small town by emailing us at hello@connectingclarkston.com.
Clarkston
As Halloween draws near, we have a have a question... have you ever experienced something eerie or heard chilling tales of hauntings in Clarkston?
We want to hear from you! Share your personal experiences or stories you've come across regarding ghostly encounters in our small town by emailing us at hello@connectingclarkston.com.
Clarkston, Michigan, has a rich history, and what better way to celebrate Halloween than by exploring the spooky side of our town?
Love Locks on the Bridge Over the Mill Race in Depot Park
Love Locks on the Bridge Over the Mill Race in Depot Park
Love Locks on the Bridge Over the Mill Race in Depot Park
Mayor Eric Haven recently shared to his Facebook group about the symbolism on the padlocks that are appearing and growing in numbers on the bridge in Depot Park.
He wrote Jonathan Smith, Clarkson City manager to see if he knew why they were there. He quickly wrote back the following.
"Very common on bridges in Europe, these are called Love
Mayor Eric Haven recently shared to his Facebook group about the symbolism on the padlocks that are appearing and growing in numbers on the bridge in Depot Park.
He wrote Jonathan Smith, Clarkson City manager to see if he knew why they were there. He quickly wrote back the following.
"Very common on bridges in Europe, these are called Love Locks, where couples commit their eternal love for one another by placing the lock on the bridge and then throw the key into the water. I think it’s actually a very cool sentiment. In Europe it has become such a tradition that the weight of all the padlocks is causing a risk to some of the historic bridges, forcing maintenance crews to cut them off. I suppose that could be a problem for us too someday, but it’s just starting to catch on here."
You might just catch Mayor Haven adding his own lock to the bridge with his wife Nancy!
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Love Locks on the Bridge Over the Mill Race in Depot Park
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Hey there Clarkston community! We are LOVING the response we've had from local businesses participating in our #CLARKSTONMUGSHOTS spotlight.
Over the next few weeks, we'll be running around town picking up mugs. If you have a logo'd mug you would like to contribute let us know and we'll swing by to grab it.
If you don't have a mug, we ca
Hey there Clarkston community! We are LOVING the response we've had from local businesses participating in our #CLARKSTONMUGSHOTS spotlight.
Over the next few weeks, we'll be running around town picking up mugs. If you have a logo'd mug you would like to contribute let us know and we'll swing by to grab it.
If you don't have a mug, we can help!
Just send us a message and we'll connect you to our favorite local mug maker who can create 1 mug up to 1 million mugs for your business! ☕️
Our goal is to showcase the unique and diverse businesses that make our community so special, and we can't wait to see all the amazing mugs that represent them.
Email us at hello@connectingclarkston.com
for details.
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The Brady Lodge at Baycourt Park has been re-done many times over the last 100 years. Most recently, in 2022, the lodge was beautifully re-modeled and now is ready to host a variety of events. This historic building has been a part of our community for more than a century and thankfully it has been preserved for future generations to enjo
The Brady Lodge at Baycourt Park has been re-done many times over the last 100 years. Most recently, in 2022, the lodge was beautifully re-modeled and now is ready to host a variety of events. This historic building has been a part of our community for more than a century and thankfully it has been preserved for future generations to enjoy.
Tap below to take a quick tour and learn about booking this space for your next event.
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