Events

Downtown Howell in May 2015. File photo: Joshua Young (Joshuay04) / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized for the web. The photograph shows the downtown area, not the Parlor Night event.Dragonfly Emporium in downtown Howell is hosting Parlor Night on Thursday, October 1, from 6 to 9 p.m. The event offers a private clairvoyant reading, […]

Cheer on local word lovers at Fowlerville District Library’s Winnie-the-Pooh-inspired spelling bee. The free event runs Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. at 130 S. Grand Avenue, Fowlerville, MI 48836.For spectators: Friends and family are invited to watch. Refreshments are planned.For competitors: Spellers must be 18 or older. The published September 25 […]

Saturday is the last chance to browse Hamburg Township Library’s fall book sale. The Friends’ sale wraps up October 3, with hardcovers for $1, paperbacks and AV items for 50 cents, or a grocery bag filled for $8. Shop from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 10411 Merrill Road, Hamburg, MI […]

Livingston County residents can safely clear unused medication and packaged sharps from home on Saturday, October 3. The Big Red Barrel collection runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Recycle Livingston, 170 Catrell Drive, Howell, MI 48843. The medication and sharps collection is free. If you are also bringing ordinary recycling, check Recycle Livingston’s […]

A night of stand-up at Mt. Brighton will help fund adaptive equipment and volunteer-instructor training. Bryan McCree and Tonya Murray perform at the Mt. Brighton Adaptive Sports Program fundraiser on Saturday, October 3. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the first comedian at 7:30 p.m. The organizer lists an 11 p.m. finish. All times are […]

Howell Farmers Market in May 2014. Photo: Joshua Young (Joshuay04) / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized for the web.Shop local produce, flowers, baked goods, homemade specialties and artisan crafts at the Howell Sunday Farmers Market. The Howell Area Chamber of Commerce organizes the market in downtown Howell.Where: State and Clinton streets beside the Livingston […]

Browse locally made and seasonal goods at the Winter Market inside the Howell Opera House on Sunday, October 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event listing mentions baked goods, artwork, honey, jewelry, handbags, décor and gifts.Where: Howell Opera House, 123 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell. Admission: Free. Check the organizer’s listing before traveling […]

Brighton’s Meijer Park is going to the dogs Sunday afternoon. SELCRA’s Barktober at the Park runs from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, October 4, with free admission for people and pups. The event is at SELCRA Meijer Park, 333 Charles H. Orndorf Drive, Brighton, MI 48116. Organizers list dog-friendly vendors and activities, Yoga with Your […]

The Howell Senior Center’s annual Purse & Jewelry Sale fundraiser offers gently used purses, bags and jewelry. Proceeds support the center’s affordable programs and services for local seniors.When: Tuesday, October 6, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Where: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Road, Howell. The sale continues Wednesday, October 7, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. […]

The Howell Senior Center’s annual Purse & Jewelry Sale fundraiser continues Wednesday, October 7. Shoppers can browse gently used purses, bags and jewelry, with proceeds supporting the Senior Center’s local programs and services.When: Wednesday, October 7, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Where: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Road, Howell. Check Howell Recreation for current details.Organizer details […]

Brighton Area Fire Authority is taking its annual open house downtown for a milestone celebration. The authority will mark 150 years of service from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, on Main Street in Brighton. When: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Where: Main Street in downtown BrightonAdmission: Free What is […]

The Lingenfelter Collection is opening its Brighton warehouse to the public Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to raise money for the Pink Fund. Visitors can see about 130 to 150 muscle cars, Corvettes and exotic vehicles. There is no ticket charge. The collection asks guests to make a donation in any […]

Howell Nature Center will hold three separately ticketed Howl-O-Ween sessions on Saturday, Oct. 10: 1 to 3 p.m., 3 to 5 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. The family event includes a hayride, trick-or-treat stations, cider and doughnuts, wildlife presentations, Halloween activities and play time in Alexandria’s Nature Scape. Location: Howell Nature Center, 1005 Triangle […]

The 21st annual Steps Against Melanoma 5K Walk returns to Martindale Beach at Kensington Metropark on Sunday, Oct. 11. Registration opens at 9 a.m., stage introductions begin at 10:30 a.m. and the walk starts at 11 a.m. The event is free, family-friendly and dog-friendly. Donations support AIM at Melanoma’s research and education work. Organizers also […]

ARTrageous brings live painting, music, dance, theater and audience participation to Brighton Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, Oct. 11. Lobby doors open at 3 p.m. The approximately two-hour performance begins at 4 p.m., followed by a gallery walk where guests can view the completed artwork. Location: Brighton Center for the Performing Arts, 7878 […]

Cromaine District Library will bring local history, folklore and reported hauntings to Hartland Music Hall for an adults-only speaker program Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 7 to 8 p.m. Michigan author and psychic medium Kristy Robinett will discuss Hartland stories, local legends and paranormal accounts. The program is intended for adults age 18 and older. Location: […]

Livingston County entrepreneurs can meet lenders, accountants, mentors and small-business advisers during a free morning at the Livingston Business HUB. LivCo Launchpad is designed for people testing a new idea, formalizing a side business, considering a storefront or growing a business that is one to three years old. Sessions cover legal setup, bookkeeping, taxes, cash […]

Browse used books and support local library programs at the Friends of the Pinckney Community Public Library sale on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.The sale is at Pinckney Community Public Library, 125 Putnam Street, Pinckney, MI 48169. Purchases are cash only; prices vary.Sale proceeds help the Friends support library programs […]

Legend of Sleepy Howell in October 2015. This archive image shows a past event. Photo: Joshua Young (Joshuay04) / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized for the web. Howell Recreation’s Legend of Sleepy Howell returns Saturday, Oct. 17, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Fire & Ice Pavilion in downtown Howell. Where: Clinton and […]

Meet local writers and browse their books at Brighton District Library’s Local Author Showcase on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m.Admission is free. The library is at 100 Library Drive, Brighton, MI 48116. Authors handle their own book sales, so payment options may vary.The library also plans vendors selling reading accessories and […]

Bring costumes and treat bags to Green Oak Village Place on Friday, October 23, for two hours of free trick-or-treating and Halloween games. The shopping center’s 17th annual Boo Fest runs 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Participating shops and local businesses will offer candy and giveaways, with seasonal activities including a witches’ ring toss and pumpkin-themed […]

Hartland Music Hall will trade its usual glow for candlelight Friday, October 23, when organist John Lauter plays a family-friendly hour of spooky favorites on the hall’s historic Kilgen organ. When: Friday, October 23, 2026, from 7 to 8 p.m.Where: Hartland Music Hall, 3619 Avon St., Hartland, MI 48353Admission: Free, but registration is requiredWho: All […]

Cleary University is opening its Howell campus to the community for a free homecoming tailgate on Saturday, October 24. The gathering runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Wellness Building, 3750 Cleary Drive, Howell. The official flyer lists a petting zoo, inflatables, an obstacle course, bull riding, a basketball challenge, axe throwing and free […]

First Presbyterian Church of Brighton is hosting an evening of candy and dinner on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 300 E. Grand River Avenue, Brighton, MI 48116. Admission is free, and costumes are encouraged. The church’s community listing says hot dogs will be provided, with most activities and dinner indoors […]