Oakland County, MI
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(248) 858-0593
OlderAdults@OakGov.com
Events for Older Adults
Oakland County Parks Active Adults Events
Oakland County Parks offers a variety of programming for active adults. Explore our parks, try a new activity, learn about Oakland County history and enjoy socializing with others in a welcoming, friendly environment. Check back often as programs are added to the calendar and feel free to email OCPrecreation@oakgov.com or call 248-221-8040 with your questions, comments and suggestions.
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Fireside Chats Series
- Date: 11/19/2026 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Discover Indigenous connections to Oakland County Parks
Join us on Zoom as Oakland County Parks Historian Carol Bacak-Egbo shares fascinating history connected to Oakland County Parks during her Fireside Chat. The topic will be “Those Who First Belonged: Indigenous Connections to our Oakland County Parks.” Human history in Oakland County began more than 10,000 years ago. Discover how investigating trails, waterways, the artifact record and resources can help uncover this often neglected history.
Fireside Chats is a free program series. Join online by clicking on this Zoom link. There is no need to preregister, just click the link to listen to the presentation.
This year's Fireside Chats series will focus on celebrating the 60th anniversary of Oakland County Parks. Discover stories you never knew about the parks system, learn about how the park's natural assets shaped the region and gain an appreciation for those who cared for the land before we became stewards of it.
Details:
- All presentations run from 7-8 p.m. on Zoom
- For more information and individual program links, view the Fireside Chats Flyer
