Before the Flood

If you could know the truth about the threat of climate change – would you want to know? Come to the Royal Oak Public Library on Wednesday, April 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Youth Activity Room for a viewing of National Geographic’s, Before the Flood, presented by Royal Oak resident Mary Dunn with the support of the Royal Oak Environmental Advisory Committee.

The film features Leonardo DiCaprio as a United Nations Messenger of Peace who travels to five continents and the Arctic to witness climate change firsthand. He goes on expeditions with scientists uncovering the reality of climate change and meets with political leaders fighting against inaction. He presents a riveting account of the dramatic changes occurring around the world due to climate change. He also discovers a calculated disinformation campaign orchestrated by powerful special interests working to confuse the public about the urgency of the growing climate crisis. DiCaprio presents a riveting account of the dramatic changes occurring around the world and searches for hope in a rising tide of catastrophic news. 96 minutes. Registration is requested. Limit 100. Register below or call the Adult Reference Desk at (248) 246-3727.

Food for Thought Campaign

Team up with the Royal Oak Public Library March 20 through April 28 to help our hungry neighbors in need.

The fourth annual Food for Thought Campaign is a regional effort to offset the post-holiday decline in emergency food availability during the early spring. Last year, 40 participating libraries, including ROPL, collected a record 13,000 pounds of food which provided
over 10,000 meals in our community. Throughout the campaign, bring in nonperishable food items and place them in donation boxes inside the library.

The Food for Thought Campaign is a regional effort between The Library Network, The Suburban Library Cooperative and Gleaners Community Food Bank.

For more information, visit ropl.org or call the library at 248-246-3700.

Let's Walk, Royal Oak!

Mayor Michael Fournier is encouraging individuals and families to lead healthier lifestyles with a 50 Miles in 50 Days Walking Challenge that begins on April 15 in Royal Oak.

Self-guided walking adventure maps, community walks and token gifts for participants are all in the works. 

Why Walk?

The goals of the challenge are:

• Encourage urban activities that explore art, history and nature and highlight Royal Oak as a walkable community
• Foster a sense of community around health and wellness activities
• Instill the idea that participation in healthful activities is fun and easily incorporated into a daily routine

Learn more at: www.romi.gov/50in50.

Calling All Artists

The Royal Oak Outdoor Art Fair is a juried fine art show sponsored by the Royal Oak Arts Council and Royal Oak Recreation.

The show is set among the beautiful trees of Memorial Park and offers a unique blend of fine art and fine crafts. The show attracts artists from across the country and has national ranking as one of the top fairs in the United States. Art work will be for sale in many categories including: drawing, painting, photography, clay, collage, glass, metal, wood, jewelry, leather/fiber, and mixed media.

Download an application here.

Hassle Free Litter Program

Many thanks to those who have been participating in our hassle free litter program though Pet Supplies Plus, 29402 Woodward Ave.

Here's how the program works. Simply pay the cashier for kitty litter. The animal shelter will pick it up. No need for you to do the heavy lifting!  

Visit the Royal Oak Animal Shelter, 1515 N. Edgeworth, Monday through Friday 4-7 p.m. and Saturday 11-3 p.m.

Looking for a new best friend? Check out these adoptable pets.