HAPPENINGS shores YOUR COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Native Plant Sale

Friday, June 2, 3-6 p.m. & Saturday, June 3, 9 a.m.-Noon

Selinksky-Green Farmhouse Museum, located behind the St. Clair Shores Public Library, 22500 Eleven Mile Road

Come early for the best selection, as there is no pre-order period. Cash or checks only. As inventory depends on Michigan weather and germination success, updates to the plant list will be posted on the Yardeners’ Facebook page: search for Yardeners of St. Clair Shores.

ST. CLAIR SHORES PUBLIC LIBRARY

The library is located at 22500 Eleven Mile Road.

“Bee is for Beneficial” Program

Wednesday, April 19, 6:30 p.m.

Bees in the D Founder Brian Peterson-Roest will introduce a variety of bees, discuss the benefits bees provide to people and the environment, and speak about the practice of beekeeping. This presentation is geared to both adults and children who are elementary school age and older. This program is free and open to the public.

Toddler Drop-in Play

Thursday, April 20, 10-11:30 a.m.

Saturday, May 6, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 18, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Children ages 12 to 36 months and their caregivers are invited to a drop-in play time at the library. Toys will be available in the Gilstorf Meeting Room. Come, have fun and meet new friends. No registration is required.

Toddler Dance Party

Saturday, April 22, 10-10:30 a.m.

Children ages 12 to 36 months are invited to get their groove on. This 30-minute program will include a short story and lots of dancing. No registration is required.

Take & Make Craft

Available starting May 1 and June 5

Children ages 2 and up can have fun with a craft activity each month. Bags containing supplies and instructions can be picked up during library hours from a bin located inside the Youth Services Room, while supplies last.

Financial Aid Presentation

Monday, May 15, 6:30 p.m.

The Oakland University Financial Aid Office will provide information on the financial aid application process. This program is open to all high school students and their parents. Topics include the elements of financial aid, FAFSA, private resources and more. Registration is required and begins on May 1. Registration will happen via a link that can be found on the Teen page of the library's website, www.scslibrary.org. Space is limited. This will benefit all, not just those who plan to attend Oakland University.

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY, SHORES MAGAZINE

BEATLES FOREVER: A SHORT STORY WITH

MUSIC

Blossom Heath Bath House, 24800 Jefferson Ave.

Sunday, April 16 at 2 p.m.

Beatles fans of all ages are invited to enjoy this free performance of St. Clair Shores Poet Laureate M. L. Liebler's "Beatles Forever: A Short Story with Music." This is a humorous musical memoir about growing up in St. Clair Shores during the British invasion and features 28 popular Beatles songs. Sponsored by the St. Clair Shores Public Library.

ST. CLAIR SHORES MEMORIAL DAY PARADE

SPAGHETTI DINNER

Thursday, April 27, 4-8 p.m.

Assumption Cultural Center, 21800 Marter Road

Chicken piccata, pork tenderloin with rosemary sauce, penne pasta* with palomino sauce, green beans, salad, bread, coffee and dessert. Cash bar. *Gluten free pasta available upon request. $15 adults, $12 seniors 50 & over, children 12 & under. Tickets can be purchased in advance. For more information, go to: facebook.com/scsmemorialdayparade.

ST. CLAIR SHORES COMMUNITY CHORUS PRESENTS

“ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAMERS”

Thursday, May 4 (Doors at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7 p.m.) Assumption Cultural Center, 21800 Marter Road

The show will include music by artists such as The Beatles, Elton John, Tina Turner and many more. Tickets for dinner and the show are $45 for adults, $10 for children 12 and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance; do so by contacting Linda at (586) 482-6056. For more information about the chorus, go to scscommunitychorus.org

MOVIE UNDER THE STARS

Friday, May 5 at Dusk

Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave. For more details, stay tuned to facebook.com/ st.clairshoresparksandrecreation

BLOSSOM HEATH PIER RIBBON CUTTING & BIG BREW FESTIVAL

Saturday, May 6 Blossom Heath Park, 24800 Jefferson Ave. Stay tuned for more details about this Parks and Recreation event: facebook.com/st.clairshoresparksandrecreation

JUNK DRAWER MERCANTILE SECOND YEAR-IN-BUSINESS EVENT

Saturday, May 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Junk Drawer Mercantile, 29905 Harper Ave

The first 25 customers will receive a swag bag of goodies from local vendors. Handmade artists will be featured at a small market shopping event outside. Enjoy a DJ, concessions, build your own flower bouquet bar, kids craft area, DIY candle workshop, giveaways, photo backdrop and more. More info: facebook.com/thejunkdrawermercantile

AN ENTIRE YEAR HAS PASSED SINCE THE FIRST ISSUE OF THE SHORES LANDED ON RESIDENTS' DOORSTEPS. THE SHORES STAFF IS GRATEFUL FOR EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO HAS OPENED THE PAGES OF THE MAGAZINE. WE APPRECIATE THE RELATIONSHIPS MADE WITH COMMUNITY MEMBERS – YOUR FRIENDSHIPS MEAN THE WORLD TO US. TO OUR FAITHFUL ADVERTISING PARTNERS, WE COULD NOT DO WHAT WE DO WITHOUT YOU. THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL YEAR. HERE'S TO MANY MORE!

- THE SHORES MAGAZINE STAFF the shores 24

SCS SOCIAL DISTRICT EVENTS

Second and Fourth Saturday, May through October

5 p.m.-Midnight

Downtown SCS will be closed to traffic on Greater Mack between 9 Mile and 9 Mack Drive. Enjoy games, vendors, food trucks and live entertainment. Acoustic performances will take place from 5-7 p.m. near Copper Hop Brewery, and the main stage entertainment (see below) will run from 7-11 p.m. Entry is free, and the events are pet friendly.

May 13 - Paper Covers Rock

May 27 - American Ages

June 10 - Sunset Boulevard

June 24 - Vacationers Band

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SPRING CLEAN MOM TO MOM SALE

Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave.

Open to non-residents. This event is brought to you by the Cool City Committee and Cool City Kids.

28th ANNUAL NAUTICAL COAST CLEAN UP

Sunday, May 21, 8 a.m. Check-in

Meet at Jefferson Yacht Club

Check in at Jefferson Yacht Club (JYC), then shuttles will take volunteers to beaches at 8:30 a.m. For more information or to pre-register, go to www.scswec.org

SCS FARMERS MARKET

Blossom Heath Park, 24800 Jefferson Ave.

Second Thursday and fourth Sunday of the month, May 21-October 12

Upcoming dates include:

- Sunday, May 21, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (Food truck rally with beer area)

- Thursday, June 8, 5-9 p.m.

- Sunday, June 25, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SERVICE

Sunday, May 28, 9 a.m.

Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave.

The service is hosted by the officers of the VFW Bruce Post #1146. The public is welcome to attend.

ST. CLAIR SHORES 70TH ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL DAY PARADE

Sunday, May 28, 1 p.m. (Pre-parade starts at 12:45 p.m.) Jefferson Ave., from 9 Mile to 11 Mile Roads

JUNEFEST

Saturday, June 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Greater Mack will be closed for some family fun. The event includes a craft fair, battle of the bands, petting zoo, dance performances and more. Stay tuned for more details: facebook.com/DowntownStClairShores

TRIP TO STAHL’S AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM

Tuesday, June 6, 12:30-4 p.m.

The St. Clair Shores Cultural Committee is organizing this event. The cost for this bus trip is $15. For more information, send an email to scsculturalcommittee@gmail.com. Happy 1st Birthday