Let's Celebrate Juneteenth Together

Royal Oak will celebrate Juneteenth with a family-friendly event at Centennial Commons on Monday, June 19, from 3-8 pm. 

Juneteenth -- or Freedom Day -- dates back to June 19, 1865. It was when enslaved African Americans in Texas first learned that they were free. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on Jan. 1, 1863, it took more than two years for the news to spread to Texas. 

Whether you've known the history your entire life or just learned about Juneteenth, freedom is always worth celebrating -- so let's do it together! 

The Royal Oak Juneteenth event will include family-friendly activities, music, games, performances, food trucks, vendors, giveaways, and more. 

Please mark your calendars and plan on joining us as we highlight the history of Emancipation in the United States.

Food Truck Rally at the Market

The food truck rally happens every month at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. Enjoy more than eight food trucks, face painting, balloon art, crafts table for the children, and local vendors selling their homemade items. 

Please visit Facebook at Royal Oak Farmers Market for more information and the list of food trucks attending.

2023 Schedule

• Wednesday, June 14   4-9pm
• Wednesday, July 12   4-9pm
• Wednesday, Aug 9   4-9pm
• Wednesday, Sept 13  4-8pm
• Wednesday, Oct 11   4-8pm

Know Royal Oak's Roots!

Be in the know about the history of Royal Oak by signing up for the Royal Oak Historical Society email blasts.

Keep up with events, exhibits, and history talks coming up in the near future. The informative quarterly newsletter is sent directly to your inbox.

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Listen Up, Royal Oak!

The new City Commission chamber offers an assistive listening solution that delivers clarity to those struggling to hear in a big room that can at times be crowded. The device (shown in the photo) is easy to use. 

If you are interested in trying one, please call the Human Resources Department at 248-246-3070 in advance of any meeting you are planning to attend. We’ll be happy to have a listening device ready and waiting for you!

Residential Lock Boxes Available at the Fire Department

The Royal Oak Fire Department’s residential lockbox program is designed to get quick access to adults living in their own homes during medical emergencies -- especially senior citizens.  When every second counts, the lockbox -- which contains a key to your home -- reduces the likelihood of property damage caused by first responders forcing entry into your home in response to an emergency call.