Happy National Coffee Day! Whether you like your coffee black or light and sweet, chances are it’s an important — and energizing — part of your day. Use our list of Oakland County coffee shops to find a delicious cup o’ joe today:
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Pickleball. Have you heard of it? This trending sport takes inspiration from other racket sports such as tennis, badminton, and ping pong and has become one of America’s fastest-growing sports according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA).
As the popularity of this paddleball game rises, Oakland County communities are now offering many pickleball court locations for residents of all ages to enjoy. Take a swing at pickleball and check out our list to find a court near you! Ready, set, pickle!
Master the basics and learn more from USA Pickleball:
City of Auburn Hills Community Center
1827 N. Squirrel Road, 48326
248-370-9353
Birmingham Next
2121 Midvale Street, 48009
248-203-5276
Crestview Park
North of Southlawn between Southfield and Shipman Roads
248-530-1800
Deer Lake Athletic Club
6167 White Lake Road, 48346
248-625-8686
Costick Activities Center
28600 Eleven Mile Road, 48336
248-473-1800
Farmington Hills Community Center
29995 W. 12 Mile Road, 48334
248-699-6700
Clintonwood Park
6000 Clarkston Road, 48348
248-625-8223
Carls Family YMCA – membership needed
300 Family Drive, 48381
248-685-3020
Friendship Park – pickleball courts coming soon
3380 Clarkston Road, 48362
248-391-0304 x 3500
Jesse Decker Park
4080 N. Squirrel Road, 48359
248-391-0304 x 3500
Wessen Indoor Tennis Club – membership needed
121 Branch Street, 48341
248-253-9300
Oakland Fieldhouse
2139 Austin Avenue, 48309
248-807-7650
Jack & Patti Salter Community Center
1545 E Lincoln Avenue
248-246-3180
Upton Park
Nakota Road & Mandalay Avenue, 48073
248-246-3000
Whittier Park
Farnum Avenue & Alexander Avenue, 48067
248-246-3000
Waterford Recreation Center
5640 Williams Lake Road, 48329
248-674-3111
Drake Sports Park
6801 Drake Road, 48322
248-451-1900
Do you know of any additional pickleball courts in Oakland County? Send us an email and let us know at socialmedia@oakgov.com.
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Milford, Michigan is hosting its annual Milford Memories Festival this weekend, August 12-14, 2022. Always held the second full weekend in August, thousands of visitors from all over the region flock to the streets of Downtown Milford for art, food, music, and fun.
Check out our video with highlights of what to expect to see this weekend:
If you’re looking to wet your whistle, we’ve got you covered (21 and older only). Oakland County has a wide variety of breweries, wineries, cideries, distilleries, and meaderies where you can raise a glass. You’ll find better ingredients, seasonal selections, and, of course, better taste! Take a look at our list and interactive map below before you head out to support your favorite local businesses. Cheers!
Oakland County is home to a huge variety of perfect swimming spots to cool off during the hot summer weather. Plenty of parks are lakeside and house beautiful beaches, such as Groveland Oaks County Park in Holly or Independence Oaks County Park in Clarkston.
If you prefer pools, you can find a pool at Waterford Oaks Waterpark in Waterford or Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights. If you are looking for adventure, you can find splash pads and water obstacles at Normandy Oaks Park in Royal Oak and the WhoaZone at Heron Beach in Holly.
Being out on the water is one of the best parts of summer, but it is vitally important to stay safe while you are swimming. Take a look at these swimming safety tips before taking a dip in your favorite lake or pool.
To find a beach, swimming pool, splash pad, or waterpark near you, check out our our recently updated interactive map or list below.
