By Jim Newell Review Editor It was an evening of heroes and happiness for kids during Shop with a Hero event Thursday at the Oxford Meijer. And Oakland County Sheriff’s deputies and Orion Township lived up to that moniker, taking children whose families who are experiencing financial hardship shopping for gifts for the holidays. Deputy […]
Lake Orion United Methodist Church will host a free screening of the film “Christmas Coupon” beginning at 7 p.m. Dec. 13. The Red Carpet Movie Night begins at 7 p.m. with the film beginning around 7:30 p.m. Christmas Coupon is described as a “Hallmark type” movie. The movie is about Alison Grant, who begins teaching […]
Golling Buick GMC hosted the Holly Jolly Folly on Friday, an evening of holiday cheer to raise funds for the Orion Lighted Parade Group’s efforts to bring Lake Orion the largest lighted parade in Michigan. The annual event — the signature fundraiser for the Orion Lighted Parade and one of the most popular social events […]
Firefighters hand out newspapers to brighten Christmas for area families By Jim Newell Review Editor Sometimes, Santa doesn’t wear a red outfit with fluffy white trim. This year, as they have done for more than a half century, the Orion Township Firefighter Goodfellows will don their fire gear and share the Santa role with Kris […]
The longstanding tradition of the Orion Lighted Parade will continue this year at 6 p.m. on Dec. 7 Since 1989, downtown Lake Orion has been home to the annual Lighted Parade featuring brilliant floats created by different entities throughout Lake Orion. This year, more than 75 floats have been submitted from civic organizations, dance studios, […]
He’s really not a mean one, that Mr. Grinch. Orion Township Parks and Recreation will hold their annual Breakfast with the Grinch this Saturday at the Orion Center. Bring out the little ones for a breakfast of green eggs and ham where they will enjoy crafts and get their photo taken with the Grinch himself. […]
Lake Orion’s Downtown Development Authority will host their annual Hometown Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 12. In addition to this holiday tradition, the DDA will also be hosting their first annual Sing and Stroll the same night. Carolers will start out the evening with a procession to Children’s Park at 5:45 p.m. where the […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor The Orion Art Center hosts its Holiday Market now through Dec. 21, offering a unique shopping experience for anyone looking for that special gift while supporting local artists. Art Center Director Karin Starick said this is the biggest year yet for the Holiday Market, with works from 26 area artists. […]
It’s that time of year — this Friday, shoppers will hit the road looking to secure some deals like none other. As the Black Friday madness dies down, Saturday will offer another incentive for shoppers. During Small Business Saturday, customers can shop at participating businesses on Nov. 30 in Oakland County; just remember to save […]
Lockhart’s BBQ announced on Nov. 5 that the restaurant plans to reopen at the end of the month as 313 Pizza Bar. The announcement, via Lockhart’s social media, comes nearly a month after the restaurant unexpectedly shut its doors, announcing on Oct. 7 that it would close for rebranding and renovations. Lockhart’s owner Drew Ciora […]