🎄 Looking for something fun to do around Metro Detroit this weekend? The holiday season is starting to pick up, and there’s plenty happening around Oakland County! 🍂 From Christmas craft shows and local markets to family activities, here are 6 events worth checking out November 13–15! 👇 🎁 Clawson: Christmas in Clawson Craft Show Saturday, Nov. 14 | 9 AM–3 PM 🔬 Madison Heights: Spectacular Science Play Day at Red Oaks Nature Center Saturday, Nov. 14 | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM 🧩 Rochester: RARA Puzzle Palooza Saturday, Nov. 14 | 3:30–6 PM 🥕 Royal Oak: Royal Oak Farmers Market Saturday, Nov. 14 | 7 AM–1 PM 🎄 Rochester Hills: RHCS 4th Annual Craft Show Saturday, Nov. 14 | Check with the organizer for confirmed hours. 🛍️ Royal Oak: Antiques & Collectibles Market Sunday, Nov. 15 | 8 AM–3 PM One thing I love about living in Metro Detroit is that there’s always something happening in our local communities. Whether you’re getting a head start on Christmas shopping, looking for something fun to do with the kids, or just wanting to get out of the house, there’s something for everyone! 📌 SAVE this post so you have it handy this weekend! 📲 SHARE it with a friend or family member who’s always looking for something to do. I put together this local events guide every week to help you discover what’s happening throughout Oakland and Macomb counties. Follow along for more local events, community highlights, and things to do around Metro Detroit! 👇 Are you starting your Christmas shopping yet, or are you waiting until after Thanksgiving? 😂 #MetroDetroit #OaklandCounty #MacombCounty #MichiganEvents #supportlocal

🏡 Buyers have more leverage right now. Compared with last year, Metro Detroit has more homes for sale and longer days on market, while more Oakland County sellers are making price reductions. What does that mean if you’re buying? More choices. More time to think. And potentially more room to negotiate on price, closing costs, repairs or other terms. That doesn’t mean every seller is going to negotiate, but the market is giving buyers opportunities we weren’t seeing nearly as often before. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for a little more negotiating power, it may be worth taking another look. Want to see what’s available in your price range? Send me a message. #OaklandCountyRealEstate #MetroDetroitRealEstate #MichiganHomeBuyer #OaklandCountyMI #MichiganRealEstate

A Local’s Guide to Royal Oak, Michigan. A real downtown that stays busy day and night, wrapped in quiet, tree-lined streets. Royal Oak is where you grab coffee on Main Street in the morning, catch a show at the Music Theatre at night, and still know your neighbors by name. Inside this guide: Morning coffee and pastries at Atomic Coffee, Dessert Oasis, Cafe Muse and Astoria Pastry Shop. Dinner favorites like Lily’s Seafood, D’Amato’s, Redcoat Tavern and Mesa Tacos and Tequila. Local shops worth browsing, from Rail & Anchor and Made In The Mitten to Modern Supply and Sidetrack Bookshop. Parks in every direction, Leprechauns baseball at Memorial Park, old-growth trails at Tenhave Woods, the ice rink at Centennial Commons and miniature train rides at Starr Jaycee Park. The traditions that bring everyone together, the Woodward Dream Cruise, Arts, Beats & Eats, Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo and Saturday mornings at the Farmers Market, going strong since 1927. Thinking about living in Royal Oak, Michigan? Save this guide for your next visit, and send it to someone who loves this city as much as we do. Buying, selling, or just curious what your home is worth? I’m here when you’re ready. Cody Roark, Realtor 248.636.6257 homesbyroark.com Photo credits: Royal Oak Music Theatre marquee photo by A sentient pickle, downtown aerial by Lrgjr72, both via Wikimedia Commons. Park photos courtesy of the City of Royal Oak. Wild Lights photo courtesy of the Detroit Zoo. #RoyalOakMichigan #OaklandCounty #MetroDetroit #MichiganRealtor #ThingsToDoInMichigan

New on the Market

A Local’s Guide to Berkley, Michigan. Small town feel, right in the heart of Oakland County. Berkley is one of those places where you can walk to coffee in the morning, grab pizza on 12 Mile at night, and know your neighbors by name. Inside this guide: Morning coffee at Chazzano, Coffee & Bark, Elwin & Company and Golden Grill. Dinner favorites like Vinsetta Garage, Green Lantern Pizza, Amici’s Kitchen and O’Mara’s. Local shops worth browsing, from Catching Fireflies to Toadvine Books. Parks, playgrounds and ball fields in every corner of the city. The traditions that bring everyone together, Art Bash, CruiseFest and BOO!kley. One tradition is missing right now. Berkley Days was shut down after the city banned carnivals in 2024, and has been shut down for two summers. Here’s hoping it finds its way back. Thinking about living in Berkley, Michigan? Save this guide for your next visit, and send it to someone who loves this little city as much as we do. Buying, selling, or just curious what your home is worth? I’m here when you’re ready. Cody Roark, Realtor 248.636.6257 homesbyroark.com Photo credits: 12 Mile and Griffith photo by WeaponizingArchitecture, Berkley Days midway photo by Balger86, both via Wikimedia Commons. #BerkleyMichigan #OaklandCounty #MetroDetroit #MichiganRealtor #ThingsToDoInMichigan

🏡 GUESS THE PRICE! This home was Just Sold, I picked 15 photos that give you a pretty good feel for this home, but I’m leaving out one important detail… the price. Take a look through the photos and drop your best guess in the comments. 👇 HINT: It’s located in Oakland County, in one of my favorite cities. 👀 No cheating and looking it up. 😂 I’ll come back later and reveal the city and asking price. What’s your guess? 💰 #OaklandCountyRealEstate #MetroDetroitRealEstate #MichiganHomes #GuessThePrice #OaklandCountyMI

Upcoming Open House

🏡 Coming Soon in Ortonville! If you’ve been looking for a little more space, a quieter setting, and a home that’s been well cared for, this one is worth keeping an eye on. Located in Ortonville, this home offers a great mix of country living while still keeping you close to everything you need. A few highlights: • Spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closet and private bath • Large 2.5-car garage • Stone kitchen countertops and backsplash • Newer oven, microwave, washer and dryer • Newer water softener and iron filtration system • Septic recently serviced • Flexible additional bedroom or home office space • Plenty of room for a growing family • Peaceful country setting We’re getting this one ready now and expect it to hit the market at $299,900 Want the details or want to see it before everyone else does? Send me a message and I’ll keep you updated. Cody Roark, Realtor Epique Realty homesbyroark.com #OrtonvilleMI #BrandonTownship #MichiganRealEstate #MetroDetroitRealEstate #comingsoon