COMMENCE YOUR SUMMER FUN!
Summer isn’t just for far-off getaways; it’s also the perfect season to dive into the vibrant life happening right in your own backyard! Here is a list of fun events to check out in your own neighborhood.
Farmers Markets: Many cities have a farmers’ market. Check your town’s site to see if there is a local one you can stock up on local goods and support local businesses.
Summer Concert Series: Enjoy 6 weeks of music every Thursday in Royal Oak at Centennial Commons Park. See who is playing here:
https://www.royaloakchamber.com/summer-concert-series
Fun Reading Events: Many libraries host summer reading, movie, or craft events that are fun and educational for the whole family! Royal Oak has a packed calendar you can check out here:
https://royaloak.librarycalendar.com/events/month
Cars, Art, and Fitness in the Parks: The local Parks and Recreation department is PACKED with activities, clubs, and activities for the whole family. Take a look at your local parks department and start exploring! The Royal Oak summer newsletter gives you a look at all the fun you can be participating in:
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THE MONTH IN BRIEF
U.S. Markets
Stocks notched solid gains in May as investors cheered progress on trade deals and upbeat first-quarter corporate reports.
The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index gained 6.15 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite picked up 9.56 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 3.94 percent.1
1. WSJ.com, May 31, 2025
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