Formally called the city of the village of Clarkston, it is completely surrounded by Independence Township and is only a half of a mile long. In 1992, village residents voted to re-incorporate the village as a city to preserve its boundaries and local government. Full of lakes and filled with plenty of things to do in nice weather, Clarkston is home to one of the top-ranked amphitheaters in the country.
Formerly known as Pine Knob Music Theatre due to its proximity to the nearby Pine Knob ski area and golf course, DTE Energy Music Theatre opened in 1972. It became DTE Energy Music Theatre when DTE Energy purchased the naming rights in 2001. In 2011, Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores purchased all of the Palace Sports & Entertainment assets, including the music venue.
It is a popular summer destination offering some of the nation’s top acts and world-class entertainment events, including concerts, comedy, family shows, and community functions. The venue features a variety of menu items, including food and drinks. In the winter, it turns into a ski resort for winter sports enthusiasts.
The largest Oakland County Park, Independence Oaks Park offers 12 miles of natural and paved trails, a beach on Crooked Lake and a boat launch for non-motorized boats such as rowboats, canoes, kayaks, and pedal boats. Other amenities include an archery range, volleyball courts, and a camping area for youth groups. There is a shelter that provides a panoramic view of the lake and is often used for weddings and other special events. Fishing is allowed in designated areas with a special catch and release designation by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. In winter, cross-country ski equipment is available for rent and, in the fall, the northern part of the park is open for archery deer hunting.
Designated a national historic site, Clarkston’s downtown area is small but sophisticated. Main street is lined with unique shops, eateries, and businesses. Throughout the year, Clarkston hosts several events, including concerts in Depot Park, festivals, art fairs, and parades. Clarkston’s heritage is reflected in the architecture of the homes surrounding downtown, showcasing its culture. Independent retailers locally own the majority of the businesses downtown. Hungry? Grab some of the Woodshop’s famous mac and cheese and then follow it with a drink at one of downtown’s local pubs.
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I want to thank you for being a loyal Grow it Green customer. Throughout the years, you have come to count on Grow it Green to provide the highest level of service and satisfaction. While that commitment is unwavering, it is always necessary to continually evaluate opportunities to maximize value for our employees and our customers. With that in mind, I have decided that to serve our customers more effectively, we will immediately join forces with another outstanding company, ExperiGreen Lawn Care & TopLawn, Partners in Lawn Care.
With over 400 years of lawn care management experience, ExperiGreen is a privately-owned business that you can count on to provide the highest level of service and satisfaction in managing the environments where people live, work, and play. ExperiGreen is excited to retain Grow it Green Associates and offers the same services Grow it Green provides so the transition of your services to ExperiGreen & TopLawn should be seamless.
As we make this transition, uniforms, vehicles, paperwork, and equipment will be updated to represent the ExperiGreen & TopLawn brands. What will not change, however, is your price and our commitment to providing you with the best services available from a trusted local source.
Thank you for your trust and the privilege of serving your needs. We look forward to continuing our partnership.
Sincerely,
Dan Andrusiak
Owner/President – Grow it Green
