www.royaloakchamber.com 7 The Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to bringing business persons, civic groups, local government and citizens together to advance the economic, professional, cultural and civic welfare of the community. The Chamber accomplishes this mission by coordinating over 60 events annually and offering numerous business support pro- grams and networking opportunities. Among the largest Chamber events are: State of the Chamber (March 21) The State of the Chamber is our annual business meeting during which the Chairperson of the Board provides a business update related to Chamber activities, membership and growth. Our Business of the Year, Business Beau- tifications, Rick Johnson Chamber Champion Award and the Ambassador of the Year Awards are also given during this event. The 2024 Presenting Sponsor is Citizens State Bank. Additional sponsors are Comcast Business, OUR Credit Union, Baker College, Galloway & Collens, PLLC, Patt’s Word Art, HRPro/BenePro Inc., JAG In Detroit Podcasts and Signs By Tomorrow-Royal Oak. Royal Oak in Bloom (May 12) This annual flower and garden sale, held annually on Mother’s Day for the past 30 years, draws visitors to downtown Royal Oak to shop for flowers, plants, landscaping items, and decorative elements for their home. Nearly 70 vendors attend, offering everything from perennials to copper sprinklers, annuals to trees, tomato plants to wind chimes, porch swings to etched stones. This event is designed to help you beautify your outdoor spaces. The 2024 Presenting Sponsor is Genisys Credit Union with additional sponsorships from Royal Oak Downtown Development Authority, Henry Ford Health, Patt’s Word Art, JAG in Detroit Podcasts and Signs By Tomorrow-Royal Oak. Royal Oak Live (June 22 & 23) Join us for the Second Annual Royal Oak Live music event at Centennial Commons on June 22 & 23. The music will feature a diverse line up of musicians within the funk, R&B and jazz genres. Artistic Director, Alexander Zonjic, Inter- national award-winning musician and producer will bring in local, regional & national acts. Residents will experience live music infused with culture while enjoying our beautiful new green space, Centennial Commons. Presenting Spon- sor is Henry Ford Health. Supported by Royal Oak Downtown Development Authority, JAG in Detroit Podcasts and Signs By Tomorrow-Royal Oak. Summer Concert Series (July 11, 18, 25 and August 1, 8, 15) Beginning on July 11th, music enthusiasts can bring their lawn chairs and blankets to Centennial Commons to enjoy weekly live performances by some of the area’s top bands and talent. Music will begin weekly at 5:30pm featuring students of all ages from the Detroit School of Rock & Pop Music. We encourage attendees to grab dinner from one of our downtown restaurants and then grab a drink to go -we’re in the social district! The series will also feature an expanded kids’ area. Band line-up will be announced in the early spring at RoyalOakChamber.com and on our Face- book page. 2024 Sponsors for the Summer Concert Series include Woodward Corner Market, Meijer, Patt’s Word Art, Henry Ford Health, Royal Oak Downtown Development Authority, Royal Oak Commission of the Arts, Oakland County Parks, JAG in Detroit Podcasts and Signs By Tomorrow-Royal Oak. Spooktacular (October 20) The Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Development Authority host this Royal Oak Tradition. At- tendees follow the trick-or-treat trail, stopping at over 40 businesses for CANDY and more CANDY! Fun filled festivities will be taking place in Centennial Commons including magic shows, kids costume contest, give-a-ways, and more. Sponsored by Woodward Corner Market, Meijer, JAG in Detroit Podcasts and Signs By Tomorrow-Royal Oak. Check out our Royal Oak Chamber Facebook page for updates and additional community events coming this year. Royal Oak Chamber Annual Event Overview
