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CROSS-COUNTRY SKI LESSONS OFFERED AT INDEPENDENCE OAKS COUNTY PARK

Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers Cross-country Ski Lessons at Independence Oaks County Park starting Jan. 15. “Winter is often a time when people hibernate indoors, but it’s a beautiful time to get outdoors,” Recreation Program Supervisor Derenda Howard said. “Oakland County Parks and Recreation winter programs are designed to introduce people to the many [...]

Published by Courtney Velasquez on January 10, 2011 4:27 pm

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FREE Park Entry at Oakland County Parks on Thanksgiving Holiday

After a big Thanksgiving meal, it’s nice to get outside for some fresh air and physically activity! The Oakland County Parks is opening it’s doors and offering FREE park entry at some of it’s parks on Thanksgiving day weekend! WHAT: Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers patrons free park entry to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Guests can enjoy the [...]

Published by Courtney Velasquez on November 20, 2010 8:44 am

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TAILGATING PARTY FOR DOGS

Oakland County Parks and Recreation invites fans and their furry friends to the MSU vs. UM Doggie TAILgating Party at Lyon Oaks, Orion Oaks and Red Oaks dog parks on Saturday, Oct. 9 from 10-11 a.m. “This is a great way for dog lovers to get pumped up for the game and show team spirit,” [...]

Published by Courtney Velasquez on October 6, 2010 7:30 am

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Oakland County Parks and Recreation Offers 24-hour Nature Retreat For Women

Oakland County Parks and Recreation invites women ages 18 and older to experience nature and build relationships at the Women’s 24-Hour Experience, Sept. 18 – 19 at Addison Oaks County Park. “Women can spend the weekend with friends; meet new people; learn outdoor skills; and participate in fun activities,” Recreation Program Supervisor Derenda Howard said. [...]

Published by Courtney Velasquez on September 10, 2010 7:59 am

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National Park and Recreation Month

Oakland County Parks and Recreation celebrates, advocates and recreates with discounts and events for everyone as part of National Park and Recreation Month. “Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers activities, events and programs for all ages and interests,” Executive Officer Dan Stencil said. “Our 13-parks system provides close-to-home recreational opportunities and entertaining staycations. This month [...]

Published by Courtney Velasquez on July 19, 2010 8:24 am

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Fun FREE Event at New Paradise Peninsula Playscape

WHAT: Oakland County Parks and Recreation extends an open invitation to the Grand Opening celebration of the new universally-accessible Paradise Peninsula Playscape at Waterford Oaks County Park, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on July 7. The free fun day for all ages includes inflatable bouncers; climbing tower; puppet show; face painting; live music; a hot [...]

Published by Courtney Velasquez on July 6, 2010 10:23 am

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Oakland County offers junior golf league, tournament

Oakland County Parks and Recreation Junior League Program offers kids ages 6 – 15 an opportunity to learn golf fundamentals and course etiquette during a six-week session.

Published by Rebecca on June 14, 2010 8:56 pm

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Royal Oak resident names new Oakland County Park

The universally-accessible playground under construction at Waterford Oaks County Park now has a name – the Paradise Peninsula Playscape at Waterford Oaks.The winning entry was submitted by 9-year-old Royal Oak resident Benjamin Godfrey. His entry was selected from nearly 200 proposed names.

Published by Rebecca on June 14, 2010 8:40 pm

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Students rewarded for participating in Reading Ranger Program

Local students set reading records as participants in the 2010 Reading Ranger Program offered by Oakland County Parks and Recreation in March, which is National Reading Month. This year, 14,082 students from 210 schools and home school groups participated in the program, up from 12,475 in 2009. Students read a total of 5,528,000 pages. Clifford H. Smart Middle School in [...]

Published by Rebecca on June 9, 2010 12:06 pm

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