Uncork and unwind with Verterra Winery at Michigan By The Bottle!

Uncork and unwind with Verterra Winery at Michigan By The Bottle! Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 Ring in the season on Dec. 6 with a special Verterra Winery tasting and a visit from co-owner Paul Hamelin at Michigan by the Bottle We’ll be pouring: 2024 Brut Sparkling......More

Uncork and unwind with Verterra Winery at Michigan By The Bottle! Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 Ring in the season on Dec. 6 with a special Verterra Winery tasting and a visit from co-owner Paul Hamelin at Michigan by the Bottle We’ll be pouring: 2024 Brut Sparkling Rosé 2023 Chaos Sparkling 2022 Pinot Noir Plus NEW Releases New Release 2021 Reserve Red Cab Franc/Merlot (Earned 93 Points from Forbes) 2024 Lakeside Glow  Taste all 5 wines for $18 or 3 for $12 10% off of 2 bottles, 15% off  4 and 20% off 6 (all Verterra wines) Event Times & Locations: Shelby Township: 1-3 PM Auburn Hills: 4-6 PM Royal Oak: 7-9 PM Don’t miss this festive tasting—bring friends & celebrate the season!

Event Times & Locations: Shelby Township: 1-3 PM 45645 Hayes Rd, Shelby Township, MI 48315 Auburn Hills: 4-6 PM 3384 Auburn Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Royal Oak: 7-9 PM 29932 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073

Photos with Santa

Santa is here! Visit our Christmas wonderlands and get your annual photo with Santa. Remember to bring your camera!

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Quizzo Trivia

Join us for Quizzo Trivia! Every Monday night starting at 7 pm! Assemble your best trivia team and compete head-to-head against others and see who comes out on top! Free to play!

30955 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak, MI, United States, Michigan 48073

Film Acting Fundamentals

Always wanted to try film acting? This 3 hour workshop is perfect for those who have never acted on camera before. No acting experience required!! IN PERSON Level: Absolute Beginner Prerequisite: NONE Age: Must be 18+ Length: One night; 3 hours   Wh......More

Always wanted to try film acting? This 3 hour workshop is perfect for those who have never acted on camera before. No acting experience required!! IN PERSON Level: Absolute Beginner Prerequisite: NONE Age: Must be 18+ Length: One night; 3 hours   Who is it for This workshop is for anyone 18 years or older who is curious to learn more about what it takes to act on camera.   What is it about What does an actor do and how do they do it? Led by popular film acting instructor and content creator Emilio Rodriguez, you'll have the opportunity to try out different exercises and activities designed to give you insight into the fundamental skills needed to be an actor for film and television. Whether you are interested in exploring it as a hobby, a career or just to learn something new and different, our positive, inclusive and encouraging environment is here for you.      Topics Include: What makes an on camera performance “good” An introduction to the techniques professional actors use Being truthful on camera And more!     You’ll walk away with You’ll get a chance to be on camera and experience the confidence that comes with trying something new in a supportive environment. You'll have fun, connect with an inclusive new community and see if you like acting on camera, and if it’s something you’d like to continue to do.   

Michigan Actors Studio 1527 N. Main St Royal Oak, MI 48067

Network First Meeting

Network First is a networking group within the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce.  It's the one place where you come to meet new and familiar faces within the ROCC to develop ideas, learn from and connect with people who are like-minded in a non-traditional business wa......More

Network First is a networking group within the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce.  It's the one place where you come to meet new and familiar faces within the ROCC to develop ideas, learn from and connect with people who are like-minded in a non-traditional business way. As small businesses, start-ups, and entrepreneurs, we need an opportunity to meet and work together to help one another take on new challenges, refer, partner, and grow to impact the community individually and collectively.   Come network with us every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the Month at 7:30 am to discuss how to grow in this continuously evolving business environment, there are resources available to small businesses, start-ups, and entrepreneurs, we'll cover other educational topics, have guest speakers/panels, and it will always be a place where you can network with others and learn how to support each other.  If you're interested in joining us, please reach out to:  Jill Plamper, [email protected]  OR Michelle Rafalski, [email protected]   

Meets in the Conference Room at the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, 200 S. Washington Avenue.

ROYAL Ugly Sweater Party

Calling all Royal Oak Young Professionals 40 and under!   Join us at Eastern Palace Club to connect and celebrate the holiday season.  To get in the holiday spirit – we are asking that you wear a holiday sweater of your choice or donate $5 to a partner charity in the s......More

Calling all Royal Oak Young Professionals 40 and under!   Join us at Eastern Palace Club to connect and celebrate the holiday season.  To get in the holiday spirit – we are asking that you wear a holiday sweater of your choice or donate $5 to a partner charity in the spirit of giving. First ( $75), second ($50), and third ($25) place cash prizes for ugliest sweater!  EASTERN PALACE CLUB

Eastern Palace Club 21509 John R Road Hazel Park, MI 48030

Coffee Connection @ Michigan By The Bottle

We will have informal networking with coffee & breakfast treats (provided graciously by our host!) from 8:00-8:30am.  At 8:30am each attendee will have the opportunity to introduce themselves to the group with a 30 second elevator pitch. Be prepared to tell us who ......More

We will have informal networking with coffee & breakfast treats (provided graciously by our host!) from 8:00-8:30am.  At 8:30am each attendee will have the opportunity to introduce themselves to the group with a 30 second elevator pitch. Be prepared to tell us who you are, what you're looking for and how you can benefit a company or organization.   

Michigan By The Bottle 29932 Woodward Ave. Royal Oak, MI 48073

Kids Workshop | Cocoa, Cookies & Crafts

Get into the holiday spirit at our festive kids workshop! Children will sip on warm cocoa, enjoy sweet cookies, and create three charming birch round ornaments—perfect to hang on the family tree or wrap up as heartfelt gifts. We’ll provide all the supplies and plenty of......More

Get into the holiday spirit at our festive kids workshop! Children will sip on warm cocoa, enjoy sweet cookies, and create three charming birch round ornaments—perfect to hang on the family tree or wrap up as heartfelt gifts. We’ll provide all the supplies and plenty of inspiration to make each ornament unique. It’s a cozy morning of creativity, treats, and holiday fun! Each child must be accompanied by an adult helper. Cost-$10

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Brunch With Santa

Bring the whole family and celebrate the season at our Brunch with Santa event! Enjoy brunch specials, enjoy delicious hot chocolate and candy canes, and Santa will be here for photos! Receive one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult brunch entree. Limit ......More

Bring the whole family and celebrate the season at our Brunch with Santa event! Enjoy brunch specials, enjoy delicious hot chocolate and candy canes, and Santa will be here for photos! Receive one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult brunch entree. Limit one kids meal per adult entree. And while you're here, take advantage of our 12 days of Christmas specials! Our 12 Days Of Christmas Special on Sunday, December 14th is receive two $10 vouchers for every $50 gift card that you purchase! We can't wait to see you!

30955 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak, MI, United States, Michigan 48073

Royal Oak Concert Band Presents "A Season of Joy!"

Royal Oak, Mich. December 14th, 2025 – The Royal Oak Concert Band (ROCB) presents “A Season of Joy!” the second concert of its 2025-2026 season, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 14th at the Royal Oak Middle School Auditorium, 709 N. Washington Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48067. ......More

Royal Oak, Mich. December 14th, 2025 – The Royal Oak Concert Band (ROCB) presents “A Season of Joy!” the second concert of its 2025-2026 season, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 14th at the Royal Oak Middle School Auditorium, 709 N. Washington Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48067.  Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, and children 12 and under are free. Tickets are available at the door or online at www.royaloakconcertband.org. Directed by Mr. Kevin R. Czarnik, the ROCB is celebrating the holiday season with a delightful afternoon of traditional songs and themes. The concert will feature the illustrious Detroit Women's Chorus, a 60 member vocal ensemble, performing independently and with the ROCB.   In addition, the ROCB will be performing classics such as Sleigh Ride, Carol of the Bells, The Christmas Song and Festive Sounds of Hanukkah. We will also have a special guest conductor from the North Pole, leading the ROCB in a performance of Little Saint Nick. This engaging concert will highlight the very best of the Royal Oak Concert Band and Woodward Avenue Jazz Orchestra and entertain audiences with toe-tapping melodies to usher in the holiday season.  The 18 piece Woodward Avenue Jazz Orchestra, directed by Mr. Jim Cann, will be opening the concert with a jazzy set with their salute to holiday season. WAJO will be featuring vocalists from the Detroit Women's Chorus who will be singing classic Christmas songs with a jazzy feel. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit our website at www.royaloakconcertband.org.   This is the second concert of ROCB’s 2025-2026 season. Our next performance will be on Sunday, March 8th, 2026 at 3:00PM at Royal Oak Middle School. This concert, Dare to Dream, will feature a world premiere of a new concert band work composed for the ROCB. The Royal Oak Concert Band is a non-profit, volunteer organization who has been entertaining south Oakland County since 1963.

Royal Oak Middle School 709 N. Washington Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48067

Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery 5-Course Wine Dinner

Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery Wine Dinner featuring Chef Chris Franz (formerly of Detroit’s acclaimed Rattlesnake Club). Five courses paired with Brys wines + 20% off featured wines! $90 | Dec. 15 | 6–8:30 PM | MBTB Royal Oak.

Michigan by the Bottle Royal Oak 29932 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073