Mount Clemens, MI March 2026

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Where Style, City, and Soul Collide

Hello, my friends,

Some issues feel special the moment they start taking shape—and this March HOME + DESIGN issue is one of those. Hard to choose favorites when it feels like I’ve given life to twelve little babies each year, but this one gave me room to dream! We begin with our home that inspired this entire publication: Mount Clemens. Three years after our January 2023 Renaissance story, we return to a city that’s no longer whispering about change—it’s living it. City Manager Gregg Shipman echoes what I’ve always believed: Mount Clemens is a hidden gem. That belief is why I started this magazine. Today, that gem is being polished. Gregg and Mayor Laura Kropp walk us through recent construction and revitalization along Macomb Place, the softscapes coming this spring, and a preliminary sneak peek at the Main Street transformation slated for 2027. Mount Clemens is hot—and if you’ve been dreaming of living here, now is the moment while it’s still attainable.

Next, we shift inward—to the spaces we live and work in every day. Our cover story is about turning your home office into a personal sanctuary. Mine? It’s upstairs, a bit cluttered, and far from functional. I can’t quite decide who I want her to be—modern and minimal, drenched in unapologetic magenta, or breezy with seagrass for summer. This story isn’t about perfection. It’s about permission. Permission to experiment, evolve, and design a space that truly supports your life.

From there, we fuel the imagination with Stunning and Unique Homes, featuring four beautifully curated coffee table books meant to live out in the open—the kind you flip through slowly, coffee in hand, dreaming up what’s next. And finally, spring cleaning. A fresh start, a reset, and a reminder that clearing space—physically and mentally—can be just as transformative as a full redesign.

Here’s to dreaming boldly, choosing joy, and designing spaces that feel like you.

March 2026

PUBLISHER

Kimberly Janowicz | kimberly.janowicz@citylifestyle.com

MANAGING EDITOR

Marshall Zweig | marshall.zweig@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Marshall Zweig, Kimberly Janowicz, Heather Spinks, Rhiannon Johnson

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Michael Pfaendtner, Heather Masson, Chloe Kukuk, Jason Carbary, Kelly Hughes

Corporate Team

CEO Steven Schowengerdt

President Matthew Perry

COO David Stetler

CRO Jamie Pentz

CoS Janeane Thompson

AD DESIGNER Rachel Kolich

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kathy Nguyen

QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Marina Campbell

Learn how to start your own publication at citylifestyle.com/franchise.

A dream was realized by Dr. Albert LaCroix and his wife Mrs. Yolanda LaCroix when they launched their family optometric practice in Mount Clemens, Michigan 87 years ago. With a laser focus on personalized patient care, generations have experienced the LaCroix Eye Care difference.

The baton was passed to Dr. LaCroix’s daughter, Dr. Ann Lacroix-Fredal, in 1984 and a third-generation optometrist was added in 2022 with Dr. Tessa Fredal joining the practice. Associate, Dr. Joyce Yestrepsky, rounds out an exemplary optometric team.

Through the 8 decades that LaCroix Eye Care has served Mount Clemens and surrounding communities, a consistent message has resonated...’our patients are our purpose.’

Experience the LaCroix Eye Care difference…book your comprehensive eye examination today!

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by Michael Pfaendtner

BUILD ROCK SOLID KIDS

If you’re a parent who wants your child to have:

• rock solid confidence

• lifelong self-discipline

• top level fitness,

• and be safe from bullying and peer pressure

“…Karate has helped Frankie gain more confidence in himself. It has taught him how important it is to work hard and remain dedicated to something you believe in. Most importantly it has taught him how to set goals and achieve them.”

Sara E. Sumbera, Mother of Frankie Sumbera, Black Belt Graduate

Prima Dailey ’99 Appointed Principal of Regina High School

Regina High School is proud to announce the appointment of Prima Dailey ’99 as its new principal. An award-winning educator and proven school leader, Dailey brings extensive experience in instructional leadership, strategic planning, and student-centered education. A proud alumna, she returns home to Regina with a deep commitment to faith-filled learning and the school’s Franciscan mission, guiding the next generation of young women at Regina High School.

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The Yvonne Leslie Pottery Luncheon Fundraiser, presented by the Macomb County Historical Society, supports the Crocker House Museum and Gardens through a spirited table design competition. This year’s theme, What Makes You Happy, invites creative table setters—or guests who simply want to enjoy lunch, dessert, raffles, and a 50/50 drawing. Tickets are $55. Register as a table setter by contacting Barb Dempsey at (586) 465-4918 or mccommish@att.net. Tickets available at crockerhousemuseum.org/events.

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31st Annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast & Famous Bake Sale

Join the Mount Clemens Kiwanis Club and Trinity’s Scout Troop #157 for their 31st Annual Pancake Breakfast on Palm Sunday, March 29, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 38900 Harper. Enjoy a delicious breakfast of plain, blueberry, chocolate chip, or gluten-free pancakes. Fun with Rosco the Clown, and support local organizations! 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Tickets: $10 adults / $6 kids under 12. Advance tickets are available at mountclemenskiwanis.com/events

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“WATCH US”

ARTICLE BY MARSHALL ZWEIG

MAYOR LAURA

KROPP

AND CITY MANAGER GREGG SHIPMAN ON WHY MOUNT CLEMENS IS HAVING ITS MOMENT

It's difficult to impress a 15-year-old. But when Mayor Laura Kropp and her youngest child pulled up to Black Cat Coffee on a recent Saturday, even her teenage daughter noticed something had shifted in Mount Clemens.

The parking was tight. People were walking downtown, filling the sidewalks, ducking into shops.

Her daughter turned to her and said simply: "Hey, mom. It's working."

After decades of stagnation, after years of watching other communities thrive while Mount Clemens treaded water, after COVID-19 seemed poised to deliver a final blow—it's working.

And if you're thinking about making Mount Clemens your home, this is the moment to pay attention.

"I feel like it's always been a great place to live," says City Manager Gregg Shipman, who's been with the city since 1996. "We were always a hidden gem. But now, people are realizing it."

What they're realizing is a city with small-town charm and bigcity vibe. A place where no two houses look alike, because the housing stock spans 200 years of architectural history. Where you can find a gorgeous Victorian fixer-upper, a solid starter home, or a million-dollar property on the Clinton River. Where the downtown sits at the county seat, walkable and historic, with tree-lined streets that in fall look like, as Shipman puts it, “postcards.”

And crucially, where prices remain affordable—for now.

Mount Clemens saw the second-highest percentage increase in property values in Macomb County recently. Translation: the secret's getting out. People are buying in. And the window for getting in for a good price is closing.

"The time is now,” Shipman says, “while you can still get it while it's affordable."

When Kropp took office six years ago, the outside perception of Mount Clemens was bleak: a dying community, stagnant, past its prime. But Kropp, who ran for mayor precisely because she saw Mount Clemens sitting on untapped potential, refused that narrative.

"So many of us who lived here felt it," she says. "We had this hidden potential, this greatness waiting."

Kropp and her team started small: a city flag. A mascot. Rebranding the city trucks. Little things that added up to, as Kropp puts it, “one percent better every day—that’s 365 percent better by the end of a year.”

Then they started tackling the big things.

"Big ships turn slowly,” Shipman points out. “But once you get them moving, it's hard to stop them. We've turned this ship, and now it's gaining momentum fast. If people don't get on board, they're going to get left behind."

Kropp's State of the City theme last year? The Awakening. Because that's exactly what's happening. Walk through downtown Mount Clemens today and you'll see construction everywhere. That signals rebirth, not decay.

The Macomb Place revitalization is the crown jewel. Forty years had passed since anyone had seriously reinvested in the heart of downtown. Curbs stood 12 to 14 inches high. Pavers were collapsing. The fountain was falling apart.

The fix started with a $12,000 rendering of what Cherry Street Mall could become. That sketch unlocked an $800,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Then Congressman John James secured $3.5 million in federal funding. The DDA chipped in $200,000. The city added over a million of its own funds.

What began as a modest facelift became a $6 million transformation.

"We eliminated curbs and went with a plaza style to make it more walkable," Shipman explains. "We kept the historic charm but brought in that vibrant, modern feel. People are already complimenting it… and it won't even be finished until May."

The project also includes a new Cherry Street parking lot and infrastructure improvements on Main Street, all designed to make downtown more connected, more walkable, more alive.

And it's working. When Kropp became mayor, downtown was 30 percent occupied. Today, it's closer to 80 percent. And that's after COVID, when everyone expected Mount Clemens to collapse.

Perhaps no decision signals Mount Clemens' boldness more than moving City Hall and the Fire Department off the riverfront.

Both buildings were falling apart. Feasibility studies showed it was cheaper to build new facilities than repair them. So the city made the call: relocate to downtown (bringing more foot traffic to Main Street) and open up prime riverfront land for redevelopment.

A $2 million state grant sponsored by State Representative Denise Mentzer helped purchase the old Oakland University building for the new City Hall. As for the riverfront property? The commission will decide, but expect a mix of parks, public space, and possibly market-rate apartments or condos—all within walking distance of a revitalized downtown.

"We're not thinking five years ahead," Shipman says. "We're thinking generationally, about what happens when we're not here."

It's a decisive bet on the future.

Here’s a future project you likely haven't heard yet: Shipman tells me Mount Clemens just secured state TIP funding to transform North and South Main Street.

“WE’VE TURNED MOUNT CLEMENS FROM THE CULTURE OF ‘NO’ TO ‘WATCH US.’”

— MAYOR LAURA KROPP

North Main will become a tree-lined boulevard, with a landscaped median, enhanced pedestrian crossings, and bike lanes. Those bike lanes will run all the way down South Main, connecting to the Clinton Spillway trail at Shadyside Park. You'll be able to bike from downtown Mount Clemens all the way to the lake, or jump on the 16 Mile trail into Sterling Heights.

"It's going to be sidewalk, bikes, parallel parking, traffic, then the boulevard," Shipman explains. "The parked cars will protect the cyclists. People gave us feedback at the public forum, and it's a great design.”

The project's tentatively slated for 2027. Add it to the list of reasons to buy now, before everyone else catches on.

The city’s also brought back the Parks and Recreation Department, which had been cut over 20 years ago. Programming now serves kids, seniors, and everyone in between. And there’s free kayaking on the Clinton River.

"When you want to attract people, especially younger families, you need recreation," Shipman says. "We've got a lot of parks. Now we've got the programming to match."

Then there’s the housing stock: no cookie-cutter subdivisions. Every house has personality: different eras, different styles, different stories.

Kropp and her husband bought their century-old home in 2009 during the recession. It had been vacant for a year and a half. Water poured through the ceiling from a burst pipe. But it had gorgeous bones: Pewabic tile, molded plaster, leaded glass French doors.

Her cabinetmaker husband gutted the kitchen and transformed it into a warm, modern space that still feels like it belongs in a 1925 home.

Speaking of the time it was built, Kropp tells me that hidden behind the powder room wall was a concealed compartment with a bottle of Grant's Scotch—complete with a liquor control commission seal. They think the original owners stashed their hooch there during Prohibition, accessible through a false back that connected to a linen closet drawer.

"There's always a bottle of Grant's in our house now," Kropp laughs. "Not great scotch, but it's part of the story."

That's the Mount Clemens experience: history you can touch, homes you can make your own, neighborhoods where people still sit on their porches and get to know each other.

And right now, it's still affordable. Starter homes for young families. Historic fixer-uppers for the adventurous. Riverfront properties for those ready to invest. Apartments at the Victory Inn site: 120 market-rate units opening soon, within walking distance of everything downtown has to offer.

"We've got opportunity for that starter family, for the retired couple looking to downsize, for the family looking to upsize," Shipman says. "We really do have something for everyone."

No city transforms without facing hard truths. Almost half of Mount Clemens land is non-taxable: county buildings, nonprofits, hospitals, churches.

"We're essentially operating on half the budget a city would normally collect," Kropp explains.

Then there’s the public school situation, which the new superintendent is working hard to turn around. "The schools keep me up at night," Kropp admits—she taught special education for 13

“I feel like it’s always been a great place to live. We were always a hidden gem. But now, people are realizing it.”

— CITY MANAGER GREGG SHIPMAN

years before becoming mayor. "But I'm hopeful the new administration can rebuild confidence."

Kropp makes $3,500 a year as mayor. It's a ceremonial position, according to the city charter. She spends far more time on it than that salary reflects. And that’s time away from her young family, from her family business.

But it's a legacy, she says. So she's making sure her efforts matter.

"People are looking for connection again," she says. "And that's what we offer.”

Connection still means something around here. Kropp loves her Saturday mornings at Black Cat, or Clementine’s or Buchanan's Bistro. At all three, they know her by name.

“Small-town feel, big-city vibe,” she says. “There’s room for you here. You can find your places, your space and your people. It's not a closed-off community."

Shipman's been with Mount Clemens since 1996. He's lived through near-bankruptcy, budget crises, the loss of the city's police department—moments when an emergency financial manager seemed inevitable. But he never lost his belief in Mount Clemens—or his determination to be part of its rise.

He tells a story from his school days: a math teacher asked students to find the most powerful equation. While other kids calculated pi, Shipman wrote a big "1" on his paper.

The teacher didn't get it. But Shipman explained: George Washington. Martin Luther King Jr. Rosa Parks. When one person gets others to believe, one becomes two, becomes three, becomes a hundred.

"In this case,” he says, “the one person was Laura. She made everyone believe we could make the impossible happen. Soon the one became the many. Now we're not one standing alone anymore—we're a team to be reckoned with."

Kropp deflects, crediting Shipman's 30 years of institutional knowledge, and his willingness to embrace change despite watching decades of stagnation.

Shipman, in turn, says he's been blessed to work with commissioners, business owners, and residents who would not accept failure. "We could never have turned the ship without teamwork from everyone,” he says.

So between Kropp and Shipman, the commissioners, the business owners, and the residents who believed: now it's working.

"We've turned Mount Clemens from the culture of 'no' to 'watch us,'" Kropp says.

Watch us revitalize downtown. Watch us transform the riverfront. Watch us connect our trails and build our boulevards. Watch us create the kind of place people want to call home.

"We haven't reached our potential yet," Shipman adds. "We're on the uptick. But getting there is one thing; staying there is another. We're committed to sustainability. We're thinking generationally."

The narrative has changed. The momentum is real. And the people who move to Mount Clemens now are buying into a city that's awake again, and reclaiming its place as the jewel of Macomb County.

Buy low. Get in while the getting's good.

Because that 15-year-old was right.

It's working.

for Your Inner Child Design

WHY MY HOME OFFICE—AND MAYBE YOURS—IS OVERDUE FOR COLOR, COURAGE, AND A LITTLE CHILDHOOD JOY.

ARTICLE

BY KIMBERLY JANOWICZ

For six years now—six!—I’ve been working from home. Like many of us, it started at the kitchen table during the shutdown. Then I graduated to a desk in the foyer, positioned right by the window so I could feel productive and romantic about it. I technically have an office upstairs, but everything about it is… inconvenient. It’s upstairs. The color is a rusty shade I no longer love. The desk drawers stick. And the chair—an antique swivel chair that looks very “editorial”—is wildly uncomfortable. Style over substance, once again. Meanwhile, the rest of my house? Beige. Respectable. Safe. Very resale-value-forward.

“I NEVER UNDERSTOOD AS A KID HOW ADULTS HAD THEIR OWN HOUSES AND DIDN’T MAKE THEM SUPER FUN AND COLORFUL.”

And that’s when it hit me: I’ve never actually designed my home office. I’ve just… tolerated it.

I set out to define my style by perusing the photos and screenshots on my phone. The results were amusing. One minute I want a Parisian apartment. The next, clean modern lines. Then the seasons shift and suddenly I’m deep into seagrass, texture, and boho everything. Who am I? And why does my office look like none of these people?

While scrolling Instagram (as one does when avoiding decisive action), I came across Laura Hall of @thehexagonalhouse in Liverpool. She said something that stopped me cold: “One thing I never understood as a kid is how adults had their own houses and didn’t make them super fun and colorful… I’m an adult now, and I decided to make my childhood dream come true.” Oof.

Would my childhood self be impressed with my beige, practical, “easy to repaint” home? I think not.

So what you’ll see in these pages is my inspiration board—the most playful, fully saturated version of me—anchored by a magenta-drenched room that made my heart race. Magenta makes me feel alive. Excited. And immediately, the adult doubts crept in: You can’t paint over the woodwork. It won’t go with the rest of the house. Is this really you?

Also included are other options—less out there than the fully saturated magenta room, but still pushing me beyond my comfort zone. Magenta shows up in confident pops, like a wink instead of a full declaration. The center image leans more neutral, but its romantic glamour—very Parisian apartment—makes my inner child absolutely swoon. And the final room is modern, bold, and anchored by dramatic lighting that feels edgy, unexpected, and definitely not my default… which is exactly why it stopped me mid-scroll.

My inner child has an opinion on all of this. I feel her impulsively grabbing for a magenta Mr. Sketch marker that smells like raspberry, and feels like home.

ARTICLE BY RHIANNON JOHNSON

Stunning and UNIQUE HOMES

It takes a lot of work to make a house a home. A home reflects your personal style, functions to meet your goals, and provides relief from the outside world. However, unless you are a design professional, you likely need a bit of guidance to turn your thoughts and ideas into reality. One way to create a sanctuary that combines all the elements of your dream home is by immersing yourself in the advice and visions of award-winning architects and designers.

Flip through the gorgeous, glossy, photo-filled pages of these beautiful books and apply their lessons to your own home.

Learn how to integrate elegant timelessness, celebrate bold colors and eclectic patterns, or embrace the past while living stylishly in the present. You can then combine this global range of influences, unique perspectives, and aesthetic applications to create your own original design plan.

Whether you’re building a new home, planning a renovation, or your home is simply a constant work in progress, these four new releases are sure to provide the inspiration you need to transition your house into your dream home—whatever that may look like and wherever that may be. Enjoy!

Find inspiration in these four gorgeous books.

LEARN HOW TO INTEGRATE elegant timelessness, AND celebrate BOLD COLORS AND eclectic patterns, OR embrace THE PAST WHILE LIVING IN the present.

Home:

THE RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE OF D. STANLEY DIXON

Atlanta-based architect Stan Dixon has received tremendous media attention since the founding of his firm D. Stanley Dixon Architect, Inc. in 2006. His highly-anticipated debut book showcases thirteen projects from across the country. From a relaxed Jupiter Island coastal retreat to an elegant Englishmanor-inspired South Carolina home, each project varies geographically and stylistically, highlighting a variety of different aesthetic components.

Our Way Home:  REIMAGINING AN AMERICAN FARMHOUSE

The defined style of cozy and simple living has led to a rise in American farmhouse design in recent years. Interior designer Heide Hendricks and architect-builder Rafe Churchill show how they have brought twenty-first-century living to their late nineteenth-century New England farmhouse. This husband-and-wife team combined their talents to create a historic home that is both a personal retreat designed for everyday life and a constant source of inspiration for their other projects.

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COMBINE THIS global range OF INFLUENCES, unique perspectives, AND aesthetic applications TO CREATE YOUR OWN ORIGINAL DESIGN PLAN.

Villa d’Este:

LEGEND ON LAKE COMO

In 1568 Tolomeo Gallio commissioned a grand villa overlooking Italy’s magnificent Lake Como. After two centuries in the Gallio family, Villa d’Este became home to multiple members of the aristocracy before being transformed into an elegant five-star resort in 1873. After 150 years of catering to an endless array of famous guests wishing to immerse themselves in “la dolce vita,” Villa d’Este stands as an example of blending tradition and modernity to create absolute luxury.

Palm Beach Style:

THE ARCHITECTURE AND ADVOCACY OF JOHN AND JANE VOLK

In the 1920s, American royalty wanted to establish a winter retreat and show off their newfound wealth. Building grand homes inspired by European palaces, they created one of the world’s most famous resort towns. Commissioned to design over 2,000 projects during his sixty years of practice, John Volk’s legacy as one of the “big five” architects of Palm Beach, can now be seen on almost every street.

MARCH SPECIAL

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The Fresh Start

A GUIDE TO PEACEFUL AND INTENTIONAL SPRING CLEANING

ARTICLE BY HEATHER SPINKS

Week 1: Refresh and Declutter

• Open windows for fresh air and let the natural light in.

• Declutter surfaces—countertops, coffee tables and shelves—removing anything unnecessary.

• Go through kitchen cabinets and toss expired pantry items and mismatched containers.

• Sort through closets, donating or repurposing clothes you haven’t worn in the past year.

• Wipe down baseboards and dust ceiling fans, light fixtures and vents.

Week

3: Outdoor and Seasonal Transitions

• Sweep porches, patios and outdoor furniture, preparing for warm-weather gatherings.

• Check gutters and downspouts to ensure proper drainage.

• Tidy up gardens and potted plants, removing dead leaves and refreshing the soil.

• Store winter coats and boots, making space for lighter spring essentials.

• Replace seasonal decor—bring in fresh flowers, soft pastels and airy textures.

Week 2: Deep Clean and Rejuvenate

• Wash windows and mirrors to welcome in the sunlight.

• Deep clean the fridge and pantry, wiping down shelves and organizing items

• Launder curtains, cushion covers and throw blankets.

• Vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets for a fresh start.

• Rotate and flip mattresses; wash all bedding, including pillows.

Week 4: Finishing Touches and Maintenance

• Touch-up scuff marks on walls and doors.

• Stock up on cleaning supplies to maintain a fresh environment.

• Set a simple weekly cleaning routine to keep your home feeling refreshed.

• Light a scented candle or diffuse essential oils to celebrate your clean, peaceful space.

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MARCH 2026

A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS

FEBRUARY 28TH THROUGH MARCH 1ST Dream It, Design It, Do It at the Home

Show

UWM Sports Complex, 867 South Boulevard, Pontiac, MI | 10:00 AM

Welcome to the Suburban Michigan Home Show by American Consumer Shows. Explore interactive exhibits, live demos, and inspiring vignettes for every stage of home improvement. Meet trusted local pros, compare ideas, and enjoy show-only savings. Register ahead for free passes— or pay $10 at the door. Plan smarter, save time, and spark fresh ideas for your home. mihomeshow.com/free-passes

MARCH 2ND THROUGH MAY 2ND

Chasing Liberty: Explore America’s Founding, Freedom, and Revolutionary Spirit

Lorenzo Cultural Center, 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI | 10:00 AM

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding with Chasing Liberty. This inspiring series brings history to life, exploring the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson, and the courageous vision of the Second Continental Congress. Every presentation is free, and admission to the exhibition is complimentary. Register today through the Macomb Center Box Office or lorenzoculturalcenter.com/ events. Presenting Sponsor: First State Bank

MARCH 12TH

Discover Regina at Our Spring Open House

Regina High School, 13900 Masonic, Warren, MI | 5:30 PM

Regina High School invites prospective families to its Spring Open House on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 5:30–7 p.m. Discover Regina’s faith-filled community, rigorous academics, and vibrant student life. Meet faculty, tour campus, and learn what makes Regina a place where young women

thrive and find confidence, belonging, and a foundation for future success. RSVP at ReginaHS.com/OpenHouse

MARCH 12TH

Casino O’Royale: Rotary’s Luckiest Fundraiser

Vibe Credit Union Showplace, 46100 Grand River Avenue Novi, MI | 6:00 PM

Roll the dice for Mount Clemens at Casino O’Royale! $75 tickets include a buffet dinner, premium bar, live Irish folk band, raffles, silent auction, 50/50, and casino games— craps, blackjack, roulette, and slots (just for fun). Proceeds support the Macomb YMCA, Turning Point, Single Family Living, Bravo scholarship programs, and The Discovery Center. Tickets and sponsorships at MountClemensRotary.org under Events.

MARCH 20TH THROUGH 22ND

Start Dreaming of Summer at Backyard Pool & Spa Show

Vibe Credit Union Showplace, 46100 Grand River Avenue, Novi, MI | 6:00 PM

Escape winter and plan your perfect backyard at the Backyard Pool & Spa Show. Meet Michigan’s top experts in pools, spas, and outdoor living—whether your goal is entertaining, relaxing, or recharging. It’s inspiration season, even with snow on the ground. Check the website for show times, details, and tickets at backyardpoolshow.com

MARCH 29TH

31st Annual Kiwanis Club of Mount Clemens Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

Trinity Lutheran Church, 38900 Harper Avenue, Clinton Township, MI | 8:30 AM

Join the Mount Clemens Kiwanis Club and Trinity’s Scout Troop #157 for their 31st Annual Pancake Breakfast. Enjoy a delicious breakfast of plain, blueberry, chocolate chip, or gluten-free pancakes. Fun with Rosco the Clown! 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Tickets: $10 adults / $6 kids under 12. Advance tickets are available at Printing by Johnson. Call (586) 469-3555 to purchase.