YOUR WEEKLY WEATHER REPORT

The week begins mild, with clouds and shower chances Wednesday through Friday. The weekend trends cooler and brighter, with lows dropping into the 40s.

Farmington Hills Opens City Hall Campus to the Community

Farmington Hills will hold its Annual Citywide Open House Saturday, Oct. 3, from noon to 3 p.m. on the City Hall campus, 31555 W. Eleven Mile Road. The free, rain-or-shine event includes department activities, public-safety demonstrations, equipment displays, food while supplies last and free parking with shuttle service from Oakland Community College’s Orchard Ridge Campus.

Free Wellness Fair Brings Screenings and Vaccines to Costick

The 17th Annual Total Wellness Fair runs Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Costick Center, 28600 Eleven Mile Road. The city says the free fair will offer health screenings, education and vaccines through Kroger Health; attendees seeking vaccinations should bring photo ID and an insurance, Medicare or Medicaid card. Adults 60 and older can receive a free lunch.

Farmington Seeks a Downtown Voice for Its DDA Board

Farmington is accepting applications from a downtown business or property owner for a partial term on the Downtown Development Authority board through Feb. 28, 2028. Applications are due Tuesday, Oct. 13, so interested readers have time to apply after this issue closes. The DDA meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 8 a.m.

Quote Of The Day

“Strong communities grow when neighbors stay connected, support local, and celebrate the place they call home.”

Saturday, Oct. 3 • 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection at Novi DPW, 26300 Lee Begole Drive. Free to Farmington residents; e-waste and up to three boxes/100 pounds of paper shredding are accepted.

Saturday, Oct. 3 • 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Farmington Farmers Market at Walter E. Sundquist Pavilion, 33113 Grand River Ave. The market operates rain or shine.

Sept. 29–Oct. 6 • selected performances

Farmington Players continues The Haunting of Hill House at the Barn Theater, 32332 W. 12 Mile Road.

Tuesday, Oct. 6 • 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Total Wellness Fair at the Costick Center, 28600 Eleven Mile Road. Free; bring ID and insurance information for vaccinations.

Little Diggers Is Open in Downtown Farmington

Little Diggers lists its Farmington indoor sandbox playspace as open at 23312 Farmington Road. Families should check the official location page for current session times, admission and booking information before visiting.

Qazzaz Coffee Targets Downtown Farmington

Qazzaz Coffee is preparing a location at 32704 Grand River Avenue in the former Bob’s Big Boy space. Reporting in late August said the owner was aiming for early October but had not confirmed an opening date. LIVE CHECK — Treat this as planned until the business announces that doors are open.

Trader Joe’s Farmington Hills Location Watch

Trader Joe’s now maintains an official Farmington Hills store page. Check the store page directly for current hours and services before visiting.

Joke Of The Day

Why did the pumpkin apply for a job downtown?

It wanted to carve out a new career.🤣

Local Deals of the Week

Farmington Civic Theater — $1 Popcorn Refills

Purchase a 2026 Buck Bucket and receive $1 popcorn refills through December 31, 2026. The theater also offers ticket-stub discounts at participating Downtown Farmington restaurants. Promotions

Grand Tavern — BOGO Mondays

Every Monday, dine-in customers can buy one eligible item and receive the second for half price. The offer is available all day at the Farmington Hills location. American Restaurant in Farmington Hills, MI

Kola Restaurant — Happiest Happy Hour

Kola Restaurant & Ultra Lounge, located at 32523 Northwestern Highway, offers happy hour from 5–8 p.m. Check with the restaurant for the current food and drink specials. kolalounge.com

National Coffee Day Deal — September 29

Dunkin’ Rewards members can receive a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase through the Dunkin’ app on September 29. Farmington and Farmington Hills both have Dunkin’ locations; participation should be confirmed in the app before visiting. delish.com

Offers may change or carry restrictions. Readers should confirm availability directly with each business.

Community Learning Spotlight: t.Lab Helps Students Aim Higher

The Garden City-based learning organization combines academic tutoring, technology, mentorship and parent participation to help students reach ambitious educational goals.

Families searching for additional academic support may be interested in t.Lab, a Michigan nonprofit learning organization serving students from pre-kindergarten through the undergraduate level.

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Garden City, t.Lab describes itself as a high-performance learning laboratory focused on helping students become independent learners, strong leaders and competitive candidates for college and future careers.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

A central part of t.Lab’s approach is teaching students “how to learn.” Tutors, mentors and learning facilitators work with students to build academic skills while encouraging discipline, confidence, independence and personal responsibility.

Students may participate through face-to-face or virtual tutoring sessions, making the program accessible to families beyond its Garden City headquarters.

Parents and guardians also have an active role. Through a program called Parent University, families receive guidance in areas including academic development, college selection, scholarships, career preparation and tracking student progress.

Results Reported by t.Lab

According to figures published by the organization for fiscal year 2024, t.Lab students achieved an average ACT score of 30.5. The organization also reports that its students have earned approximately $23 million in scholarships since 2007.

Learn more: www.tlab-global.org
Location: 1751 Radcliff Street, Garden City, MI 48135
Phone: 888-327-3387

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Plan Ahead for Library Renovation Hours

Through Oct. 8, the Farmington Hills library location is operating with limited hours: Monday–Thursday 4–9 p.m., Friday closed, Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sunday 1–5 p.m. Several departments remain closed to browsing, but patrons may request materials for pickup. The Farmington location keeps normal hours.

Absentee Ballots Are Now Mailing

Farmington Hills began mailing absentee ballots Sept. 28 to voters who had requested one or joined the permanent ballot list. Voters can track a ballot through Michigan’s voter information system and may return completed ballots by mail, drop box or in person.

The Market Carries Forward Farmington’s Agricultural Roots

The Farmington Farmers Market highlights a tradition that predates the modern suburb: local farms supplying nearby households. The market notes that many participating farmers harvest on Fridays before traveling an average of about 50 miles to Saturday’s market—a present-day link between Farmington’s community center and Michigan agriculture.

💚 SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!

Thank you for spending part of your week with The Farmington Beat!

We hope this edition helps you stay informed, discover something new, and enjoy all that Farmington and Farmington Hills have to offer. Have a safe, happy, and wonderful week ahead!

Until next week, stay connected and keep supporting local!

Warmly,

The Farmington Beat Team
Your Community. Your News.

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