Summer Frenzy 2026

Spend two weeks in the heat of summer in a creative frenzy! Join us for a mini-version of our flagship event, and challenge yourself to something a little different!

The Summer Frenzy is a 2-Week creative set-your-own-goal challenge. It begins with a Picnic Potluck Kick-Off (say that five times fast) and ends with a Midway Midway, an exciting day of word sprints and a Suddenly Auction, our summer fundraiser where we raffle artistic creations made by the members of our own community!

Here are the 2026 details, updated as the event approaches:

SUMMER FRENZY KICK-OFF

Bring a dish to pass for this potluck picnic. We’ll hang out, have a little lunch, and make some announcements about upcoming events. A low-key launch to the Summer Frenzy — s’mores roasting shall occur!

  • When: Saturday, July 11th, 10:30am-1:30pm
  • Where: Starr Jaycee Park, 1321 W 13 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48073, WEST Pavilion
  • Parking is free and the West Pavilion is just a quick step from the western end of the parking lot.
  • FDD will be grilling up the hot dogs and supplying your s’mores — everything else is potluck!

SUMMER FRENZY SCRIBBLES

For a quick answer to common questions like “what is a Scribble?” and “can I host my own Scribble?” please see our Year Round Scribble page.

MIDWAY MIDWAY MADNESS

Come celebrate the end of the Summer Frenzy and being halfway-ish between Flagship Events!

  • When: Saturday, July 25th, noon-3:30pm
  • Where: The Dovetail, 29200 Hoover Rd, Warren, MI 48093
  • A classic Midway of sprints and snacks. Hosted by our friends at Dovetail, a quirky cafe sure to be your new favorite spot. 
  • This is also our summer fundraiser! Check out all the details of the SUDDENLY AUCTION.