2026 Detroit Walk to End Alzheimer’s Team Captain Meetings

Team Captains, let’s get ready for Walk Day! Join us for our 2026 Detroit Walk to End Alzheimer’s Team Captain Meetings! These sessions are your chance to connect, share ideas, and get all the latest updates to help make your team’s season a success.  Meeting Dat......More

Team Captains, let’s get ready for Walk Day! Join us for our 2026 Detroit Walk to End Alzheimer’s Team Captain Meetings! These sessions are your chance to connect, share ideas, and get all the latest updates to help make your team’s season a success.  Meeting Dates • Tuesday, March 10 • Monday, April 13 • Monday, May 11 • Tuesday, July 14 Location: Alzheimer’s Association – Southfield Office Email RSVP to Rose Lull at [email protected] if you’re interested in attending. Stay connected with us as we prepare for an inspiring Walk Day!

Alzheimer's Association - Southfield Office 25200 Telegraph Road, Suite 100 Southfield, MI 48033

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.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Badd Kitty

Please join us in celebrating our newest member, Badd Kitty, with a ribbon cutting ceremony! Please register so we know you'll be joining us in support.  http://www.baddkittystores.com   Badd Kitty Celebrates Royal Oak Gra......More

Please join us in celebrating our newest member, Badd Kitty, with a ribbon cutting ceremony! Please register so we know you'll be joining us in support.  http://www.baddkittystores.com   Badd Kitty Celebrates Royal Oak Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting on May 15 at 12PM Royal Oak, MI — May 15, 2026 — Badd Kitty, an intimate wellness and lingerie boutique known for its elevated, education-forward approach, is celebrating the opening of its newest location in Royal Oak with an official ribbon cutting on May 15 at 12PM. The event marks the brand’s first expansion into Michigan, bringing nearly 20 years of experience to the Metro Detroit area. Designed to feel approachable, modern, and stigma-free, Badd Kitty offers a curated selection of luxury lingerie, body-safe intimate accessories, and wellness products. The store is centered around a comfortable, guided shopping experience, supported by a team trained as certified sexual health ambassadors through the Center for Sexual Health. To celebrate the grand opening, the first 150 guests will receive a complimentary Badd Kitty tote bag with purchase, filled with curated goodies. The Royal Oak location builds on Badd Kitty’s established presence in the South and reflects the brand’s commitment to blending product quality with education and customer care—offering a more elevated and inclusive take on intimate retail. “Opening in Royal Oak was a natural next step for us,” said Valerie Smith, Regional Director at Badd Kitty. “It’s a community that embraces individuality and self-expression, which aligns perfectly with how we approach sexual wellness—through education, confidence, and creating a space where people feel completely comfortable exploring what works for them.” In addition to its retail offerings, Badd Kitty plans to engage with the local community through events, collaborations, and educational workshops centered around intimacy, relationships, and self-care. Badd Kitty Royal Oak is located at 124 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI 48067. The public is invited to attend the ribbon cutting celebration on May 15 at 12PM. The team looks forward to welcoming the Royal Oak community and celebrating together. For more information, visit BaddKittyStores.com or follow @BaddKittyRoyalOak on Facebook. Media Contact:  

Badd Kitty 124 W. Fourth St. Royal Oak, MI 48067

Rove into Brunch: 5 Wines + 5 Bites

Brunch… but make it a wine pairing experience. Join us for Rove into Brunch, a laid-back, flavor-packed Sunday experience in partnership with Wooden Whisk Creations featuring five Rove wines paired with five brunch-inspired bites. Bright, fresh, savory, a little indulge......More

Brunch… but make it a wine pairing experience. Join us for Rove into Brunch, a laid-back, flavor-packed Sunday experience in partnership with Wooden Whisk Creations featuring five Rove wines paired with five brunch-inspired bites. Bright, fresh, savory, a little indulgent—this is one of the most fun ways to explore how wine and food come together. Even better? You’ll be guided through the experience by the people behind the wines. Rove co-owner McKenzie Gallagher and Tasting Room Manager Meghan Shuur will be your hosts for the afternoon—sharing insight, stories, and what makes each pairing work. It’s not just a tasting… it’s a chance to connect with the winery in a more personal way. The Lineup: Riesling ‘23 + avocado & salmon crostini (lemon • dill) Sauvignon Blanc ‘24 + frittata bite (asparagus • goat cheese) Rosé ‘24 + street taco (melon • lime • crema) Pinot Noir ‘23 + chocolate cake (berry • cocoa) White Blend ‘23 + oatmeal cup (pineapple • coconut) Whether you're a brunch person, a wine person, or just looking for something different to do on a Sunday—this one’s an easy yes. Details: Sunday, May 17 12–2 PM Michigan by the Bottle – Royal Oak $55 per person (tax + gratuity included) Reservations required.

Michigan by the Bottle Royal Oak

Chamber Board of Directors Meeting

Monthly meeting of the Chamber Board of Directors and Staff.

200 S. Washington Avenue, Royal Oak, MI 48067

Ribbon Cutting Hotworx Ferndale

Join us in celebrating Hotworx Ferndale with a ribbon cutting ceremony! Please register so we know you'll be joining us in support. 

Hotworx Ferndale 713 E. Nine Mile Rd. Ferndale, MI 48002

After Hours-Oak City Grille

Please join us at Oak City Grille on May 19! All members and members-to-are welcome to come and network at this After-Hours event at no charge, please register! Light appetizers will be served. Cash Bar. This is a complimentary event, and while there is no cost to atten......More

Please join us at Oak City Grille on May 19! All members and members-to-are welcome to come and network at this After-Hours event at no charge, please register! Light appetizers will be served. Cash Bar. This is a complimentary event, and while there is no cost to attend, we kindly ask that you only register if you plan to join us. If your availability changes, we would greatly appreciate a quick update so we can plan accordingly. Thank you, Oak City Grille for hosting us! 

Oak City Grille 212 W. Sixth St. Royal Oak, MI 48067

Tax Smart: Understanding Taxes for Business Owners

The Royal Oak Chamber Presents: 2026 Essential Strategies: A Business Readiness 4-part series. Part 2: Tax Smart: Understanding Taxes for Business Owners Speaker: David Guest (Grant, Millman & Johnson, PC, CPA's) Location: Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce (Zoom Offere......More

The Royal Oak Chamber Presents: 2026 Essential Strategies: A Business Readiness 4-part series. Part 2: Tax Smart: Understanding Taxes for Business Owners Speaker: David Guest (Grant, Millman & Johnson, PC, CPA's) Location: Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce (Zoom Offered) To register for May 20 please click on the registration button in the upper right corner. August 19 from 8:30am-10-:00am Staffing Without Stress: Hiring and Time-Off Basics November 19 from 12:00pm-1:30pm Working Effectively Across Generations   

Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce 200 S. Washington Ave. Royal Oak, MI 48073 Parking available directly across the street at the Center Street Parking Garage. Please do not park in the Chamber lot.

ECHOES & EXPRESSIONS

In honor of Black History Month, Echoes & Expressions is creating a sacred space on Wednesday, February 18th to uplift, preserve, and celebrate Black voices and Black stories. Seeking Black storytellers for February 18th gathering. We invite you to share: *Stories p......More

In honor of Black History Month, Echoes & Expressions is creating a sacred space on Wednesday, February 18th to uplift, preserve, and celebrate Black voices and Black stories. Seeking Black storytellers for February 18th gathering. We invite you to share: *Stories passed down through your family *Lived experiences rooted in Black history *Poetry or creative works inspired by Black culture, resilience, and legacy Black history lives in our voices — come help us tell our stories. Get ready for a fun, in-person gathering, where creativity meets connection. Weather you're into Art, Poetry, Music, or just being with cool people, Echoes & Expressions is the place to be. Come express yourself, tell stories, and make memories fact-to-face. Can't wait to see you there! *Where voices rise & creativity flows *

Hotel Royal Oak 811 E 11 Mile Road Royal Oak, MI 48067 In the Vinyl Room (2nd Level)

Live Music Thursday-Dennis Farac

Join us for a laid-back Thursday night of live music featuring Dennis Farac, one of Southeast Michigan’s most distinctive solo performers. With decades of experience and a truly unique setup, Dennis delivers a full, immersive sound in an intimate setting. Dennis Farac b......More

Join us for a laid-back Thursday night of live music featuring Dennis Farac, one of Southeast Michigan’s most distinctive solo performers. With decades of experience and a truly unique setup, Dennis delivers a full, immersive sound in an intimate setting. Dennis Farac began his professional music journey in the mid-1960s and has toured and recorded with Barry Manilow. A multi-finalist for the Detroit Music Awards, Dennis now performs as a solo act, singing, playing electric guitar and steel drums, and backing himself with professionally recorded tracks. His sets span Classic Rock favorites from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s, along with Smooth Jazz, island-style grooves, and a few modern hits. - Thursday, May 21st - 6-8:30pm - Michigan by the Bottle – Royal Oak - Intimate acoustic set - Wine available by the glass or flight - Small plates food menu available - Perfect for date night or casual hangs No tickets required — just sip, relax, and enjoy the music.

Michigan by the Bottle Royal Oak