Pontiac Regional Chamber

06/10/2026

FYI…

This week, Oakland County is forecasted to experience steamy temperatures with heat index values of around 103 degrees Fahrenheit. When exploring our parks, please be mindful of your health and safety in the process.

☀️ Seek shade as needed
☀️ Take breaks from activity
☀️ Remember to hydrate
☀️ Don't forget, dogs need water and rest too

06/08/2026

FYI…

🚍 Help Shape the Future of Transit in Pontiac!

SMART is exploring locations for a new Pontiac Mobility Hub that will bring together fixed route service, paratransit, SMART Flex, and other transportation options in one convenient location.

As Oakland County moves forward with a new downtown municipal campus and MDOT prepares improvements to the Woodward Loop, we're planning for the future of mobility in Pontiac and we want to hear from you.

📍 Pontiac Mobility Hub Open House
📅 Tuesday, June 9, 2026
⏰ 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
🏛 The Crofoot

Stop by, learn more about the project, view preliminary concepts, and share your feedback. Your input will help guide the future of transportation connections in downtown Pontiac.

Current bus shelters and services on Water Street will remain open and in operation throughout the planning process.

06/07/2026

Congratulations to our member, Dr. Ashelin Currie recognition as Oakland University’s Alumni Association’s Alumni of the Year! Such a well deserved recognition. Congratulations!🎉

🎉✨ Join us in celebrating Dr. Ashelin R. Currie honored as Alumni of the Year at Oakland University! Her dedication and visionary leadership continue to inspire us all. Let’s show our appreciation for her incredible work by supporting the cause she believes in.

Make a difference today by donating to We Love Lit! Together, we can keep the momentum going and empower future generations. 💖📚

https://welovelit.org/donate/



Oakland University School of Education and Human Services
Pontiac United Education Coalition - PUEC
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06/03/2026

FYI…

🚚 Thinking about starting a food truck business?

Michigan State University Extension offers a free, self-paced online course to help you turn your idea into a reality!

The course, How to Start a Food Truck Business, is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and covers key topics like:
✔ Developing your concept
✔ Understanding licensing requirements
✔ Planning your menu and operations
✔ Building a solid business foundation

Learn online at your own pace and gain practical guidance. There is no cost to participate.

👉 Get started today: https://www.canr.msu.edu/courses/how-to-start-a-food-truck-business

05/29/2026

Happening tonight! Check out our member Oakland County Parks Oakland County Farmers Market!

Clear eyes. Full carts. Can't lose. 🏈🌸

Our Spring Flower Days series is headed into the fourth quarter, and we're gearing up for our own version of an end zone celebration.

Join us for Friday Night Flowers tomorrow evening here at the Oakland County Farmers Market. Shop for locally-grown annuals, perennials, flats, hanging baskets, veggie starters and more. Grab dinner from one of the food trucks, let the kids burn off some energy in the inflatables, and enjoy a night with the family under the lights.

There's no cost for entry. We hope to see you there!

05/29/2026

Now Enrolling! Great Lakes Academy of Pontiac Michigan!

📚✨ Enrollment is NOW OPEN at Great Lakes Academy for the 2026–2027 school year! We are proud to offer a supportive learning environment, small class sizes, certified teachers, transportation options, and a close-knit school community for students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. 🎓🚌🍎

Give your child the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive with us. Spots are filling quickly—enroll today! 💙❤️

📍46312 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
📞 (248) 334-6434
🌐 www.greatlakesacademy.org

05/29/2026

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05/29/2026

Check out our member Motor City Suds Auto Spa!

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day! This day, we honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We hope you take this time to remember and reflect with loved ones. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

In observance of Memorial Day, the office of the Pontiac Regional Chamber of Commerce will be closed today. We'll resume regular hours on Tuesday. Thank you!

05/20/2026

Exciting News!

Let the party planning begin! Pavilion rentals are now available for booking on dates after July 24, 2026. 🥳

We know construction at Pontiac Oaks Park (formerly Hawthorne Park on Telegraph Road) has been going on for a while, but we promise all of the waiting will be worth it. Among the upgrades will be a brand-new picnic shelter pavilion just steps away from the water. It's perfect for hosting grad parties, family reunions, community group gatherings -- you name it!

Oakland County residents get a $25 discount on rental rates. Book your event by calling 248-858-0916.