The American Red Cross is calling for blood donors at a Farmington Hills drive on Wednesday, Sept. 9, one of several free community events in the Farmington and Farmington Hills area through Saturday, Sept. 12.
The city is partnering with the Red Cross for a "Battle of the Badges" blood drive from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Costick Activities Center's Wexford Room, 28600 W. 11 Mile Road. The Red Cross said scheduled donations have dropped sharply, creating an urgent need for donors, according to the Oakland Press. Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org using sponsor code "costickcenter" or by calling 1-800-733-2767.
Sept. 12 brings two events on opposite ends of Grand River Avenue.
Free child car seat inspection
The Farmington Hills Fire Department is offering free car seat inspections from 8 a.m. to noon at Fire Station #3, 29260 Grand River Ave. Appointments are required. They must be confirmed by Thursday, Sept. 10. Parents can register by emailing [email protected]. The city announced the event on its website Sept. 2.
"Car seat installation can be confusing because every vehicle and every seat is a little different, but getting it right is one of the most important steps in protecting children during a crash," Farmington Hills Fire Chief Jon Unruh said. "I'm proud of our team's expertise and dedication. They take the time to work with each family to make sure every seat is installed safely."
Hawk Makerspace turns four
The Hawk's 5,000-square-foot Makerspace is celebrating its fourth anniversary with a free open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 29995 W. 12 Mile Road. The space opened in September 2022 with support from the Bosch Community Fund. It includes a dedicated woodshop and a craft lab.
Visitors can watch demonstrations of the Longarm Quilter at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and the ShopBot CNC Router at noon and 2 p.m., according to the city's event page. The open house also features hands-on activities, refreshments and prize drawings.
Makerspace pass fees dropped Sept. 1. During the open house, monthly pass holders can get the rest of September free plus 50% off October. Annual pass holders receive an extra month free, for 13 months total. Details are at fhgov.com/makerspace or 248-699-6489.
Farmington Farmers Market
The Farmington Farmers Market continues every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sundquist Pavilion, 33113 Grand River Ave. in downtown Farmington. The market runs rain or shine through Nov. 7.
What's coming up
- Wednesday, Sept. 9: Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Costick Activities Center
- Saturday, Sept. 12: Free child car seat inspection, 8 a.m.-noon, Fire Station #3 (register by Sept. 10)
- Saturday, Sept. 12: Hawk Makerspace Anniversary Open House, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., The Hawk
- Every Saturday through Nov. 7: Farmington Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sundquist Pavilion
