Thursday, August 07, 2008
New to the Colection Exhibit (Exhibits)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
The latest installment of the New to the Collection exhibit features a variety of recently collected artifacts on display – including an array of items mined from Tiger Stadium last year.
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Online Museum Store (Antiques & Collectibles)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
If you didn't have time to shop the Museum Store during your last visit to the Detroit Historical Museum or Dossin Great Lakes Museum, you’re in luck. Now, you can buy a piece of history online. The Detroit Historical Society is pleased to announce the opening of its new online Museum Store at www.detroithistorical.org. The store features a larger selection of items, including the following:· Local history books from Arcadia Publishing;· Seatbacks and other items recently acquired from Tiger Stadium;· Detroit Historical Museum and Dossin Great Lakes Museum logo merchandise;· 30 Great Lakes and lighthouse-themed prints from Michigan artist Randall Higdon.
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St. Mary Mercy Hospital Livonia programs for Seniors (Health and Safety)
St. Mary's along with AARP presents AARP Safe Driving on Monday, March 3rd and Tuesday, March 4 from 12:30 - 4:30 pm at their location. Registration and attendance at both sessions required. No walk ins. There is a $10 fee. Register at www.stmarymercy.orgAlso, March 5th 1-3 pm enjoy "Building Mental Muscle". Keep your brain cells from deteriorating from disuse. For information www.stmarymercy.org.
Roseville High School Class of 1963 (45th reunion)
Time: 12:00 AM to 11:55 PM
Location: Sunnybrooklanes/17 MI.Sterling HTS.
cost $40.00 PER PERSON BUFFET DINNER.Dress informal. Golf outing sat morning 9-20-08 ,Farewell breakfast Sun 9-21 2008.DEADLINE August 1,2008 Contact Andrea Regan at 586-979-3316 or John Delong at 586-254-9690 or website www.wideopenwest.com/~jdelong/rhs63
Class Reunion of 1978 Henry Ford High (Reunions)
Location: Detroit Metro area
Are you a graduate of Henry Ford High School Class of 1978? If so, they are hoping to plan a reunion. For information contact:rlellis@hotmail.commillionmm@yahoo.comRobert L. Ellis
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Donate to the National Kidney Foundation (Charity Fundraiser)
Want to get ride of your old car and possibly receive a tax deduction? Donate your vehicle to the national Kidney Foundation of Michigan. For information call 1.800.488.CARS. That's 800.488.CARS or visit www.NKFM.org.
The Day Everything Went Wrong, by Malcolm Tulip (Theatre performance)
Location: The Performance Network Theatre
The Day Everything Went Wrong, by Malcolm Tulip. From the star of Amadeus and I am My Own Wife, comes an original play conceived, directed by and starring this tour-de-force performer. Malcolm will use his signature style from the famed French school of Jacques LeCoq to craft an uproarious evening of clown-based theatre. Combing physical comedy with innovation, it is sure to be a wild ride you will truly enjoy. Featuring Malcolm Tulip, Brendan McMahon, Laurel Hufano and original music by Frank Pahl.
Share a Smile with Style Event (Charity Fundraiser)
Enjoy an afternoon of fashion, beauty and delights presented by Flagstar Bank. Enjoy a fashion show, gourmet treats, mini spa, health & Fitness tips, beauty consultants, boutique shopping and live and silent auction. The event is Sat, May 17th at the Royal Oak Music Theatre from 1-6 pm. General admission is $50. VIP tickets $100. For tickets visit www.tickets.com or call 248.399.2980. All proceeds benefit Share a Smile that provides relief to people in crisis. Find out more about them at www.shareasmile.org.
Discover Elegant Detroit Home & Garden Tour (House Tour)
The University Districk hosts its 2008 Home and Garden tour Sun, Aug. 17 from 11 am - 5 pm with 6 homes, 4 gardens, trolley rides, food and music. Cruise down 7 Mile to enjoy a summer day featuring showplace decor, model trains and more. Tickets $12.50 in advance at www.udcatour.com or call 313.341.UDCA.
Saline Summer Music Series (Musical Performances)
Location: Downtown Saline
NEWS RELEASEContact: Art Trapp Phone (734)429-4907 ext.210 SALINE, MICHIGAN- The Saline Summer Music Series kicks off its summer “music in the street” series on Friday, June 13, 2008 with The Hummingbirds. The series features some hometown favorites along with some “soon to be nationally known” regional stars. The 6:30p.m. free concerts will be held on South Ann Arbor Street at Michigan Ave. (US 12) in historic, downtown Saline. June 3, 2008 – FridayThe Hummingbirds June 21 – SaturdaySaline Big Band June 27, 2008 – FridayOwen B & the Overtime BandJuly 11, 2008 – FridayFiddlers RestrungJuly 25, 2008 – FridayRattleboxAugust 1, 1008 – FridayJustine Blazer August 2, 2008 – SaturdayNew Horizons Band August 15, 2008 – FridayJesse Palter -30-
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Detroit’s Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center hosts a free monthly educational seminar that is open to the public. (Health and Safety)
WHAT: Detroit’s Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center hosts a free monthly educational seminar that is open to the public. WHEN: July 15, 2008 (and the 3rd Tuesday of every month) 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center of Detroit5877 Livernois, Suite 105 Troy, Michigan 48098 DETAILS: Please call Detroit’s Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center at (866) 443-4276 or visit www.fibroandfatigue.com for more information.WHO: The Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers (FFC) are dedicated to treating patients suffering from conditions known as fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. It is through a holistic, integrated and comprehensive approach to the treatment of underlying physiological factors that differentiates the FFC’s approach and ultimate patient success. It is the FFC’s goal to develop individualized and sustaining regimens that lead to a significant change for positive patient outcomes.Founded and based on the outcomes of Dr. Kent Holtorf, a chronic fatigue patient and practitioner specializing in fibromyalgia (FM) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) patients, the FFC brings these medically proven protocols to patients nationwide. Founder and Chairman of the Board, Bob Baurys, established the FFC after he found relief from his five year struggle with FM symptoms with Dr. Holtorf's treatments. Using a six step approach, physicians work with patients to create a treatment protocol that is unique to each patient.Centers are currently open in Atlanta, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Ft. Worth, Las Vegas, Norwalk, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Portland and Seattle. Out of town packages are available for all FFC locations to accommodate the special needs of patients not living near one of our current locations. To learn more about the FFC nearest you call toll free 1-866-443-4276.###
American Cancer Society's Ride for Hope 2008 (Charity Fundraiser)
Enjoy this amazing Motorcycle event going on Sun, Aug. 24th inside Camp Dearborn in Milford, MI. The event runs 11 am - 6 pm and includes Motorcycle events of all kids, music, food, family fun and more. All proceeds support the Cattle Baron's event for the ACS. $25 per car or motorcycle with 2 persons. Additional guests are $10.For information: 248.663.3468.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS (Theatre performance)
Location: Warren Consolidated Schools Performing Arts Center
Warren Civic Theatre and Open Door Productions presents Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Performances are Friday, August 1 & 8 at 8 p.m. Saturday, August 2 & 9 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, August 3 & 10 at 2 p.m.
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Daughters of the American Revolution (Exhibits)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
Daughters of the American Revolution, open through November 2, 2008, celebrates America’s journey to independence and the contributions of our patriot ancestors. Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, a service organization, are direct descendents of Revolutionary War soldiers and patriots. Since its founding on January 19, 1893, the Louisa St. Clair Chapter has served the Detroit metropolitan community with patriotic, educational, conservation and historic preservation projects. A total of 147 of the chapter’s current members worked to make this new exhibit a reality at the Detroit Historical Museum. The John Paul Jones Society, Children of the American Revolution, sponsored by the Louisa St. Clair Chapter since 1897, also has an exhibit within the DAR exhibit where visitors will see World War II-era Army items, a school desk and a Girl Scout uniform from that era.
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Red Cross Blood Donors Needed to Help Save Lives (Charity)
Time: 12:00 AMLocation: Southeast Michigan--Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, St. Clair and Washtenaw Counties
All blood donors, particularly Type O-negative blood donors, are encouraged to make an appointment and donate now. If you are unsure of your blood type, this is the perfect time to find out; the Red Cross will advise you of your blood type after your first donation.<br><br>Walk-ins are available and appointments can be made by calling 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. To donate blood, one must be 17 or older, weigh 110 pounds or more and be in general good health.
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Tiger Stadium Memorabilia On Sale Now (Antiques & Collectibles)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
The Detroit Historical Society has an assortment of authentic items mined from Tiger Stadium. Bring in a ticket stub from any game at Comerica Park this season and recieve 50% off your total purchase.
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Cass Tech High School Class of '58 Reunion (class reunions)
Cass Tech High Class of 1958 Big 50 Year Reunion will be held on Sat, Oct. 11, 2008. Make plans now to attend. For details check online at casstech58.com or call Isabelle at 313.882.4626.
Free Healthcare for the Uninsured (Health)
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: 8045 Second Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202
The Dr. Albert B. Cleage, Sr. Memorial Health Center offers FREE HEALTHCARE TO UNINSURED DETROIT RESIDENTS FOUR DAYS A WEEK!
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SEPTEMBERFEST 2007 (Festivals)
Time: 12:00 PM to 11:15 PM
Location: Warren
Location: St. Louise de Marillac Parish 2500 Twelve Mile Road Warren MI 48092 Phone: (586) 751-3340FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH ~ 5PM TO 11PMSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH ~ NOON TO 11PMSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH ~ 1PM TO 7:30PMBINGOJACKPOT50/50 ON THE HOURFLEA MARKETBAKE SHOPPEVEGAS / TEXAS HOLD 'EM ALL THREE DAYSCHILDREN'S GAMES / INFLATABLE RIDESCOUNTRY STORERAFFLESDOLL BOOTHPOLISH-LOWICZ DANCERS ~ 3pm SATURDAYBATTLE OF THE BANDSMUSIC AND DANCING (WOODEN FLOOR)FRIDAY NIGHT 7pm - 11pm ~ SOUL PROVIDER SATURDAY 1pm - 5pm ~ EDDIE ADAMIC BIG DADDY LACKOWSKI and his LA-DEE-DA'S6PM - 11PMSUNDAY 2pm - 7pm ~ THE COACHMEN
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Vacation Bible School (Religious/Spiritual for Kids)
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Ambassador Baptist Church
"Dino Detectives" Vacation Bible School, a dinosaur themed vacation bible school for ages Pre-K through 8th Grade August 4th through August 8th with Bible stories, crafts,games, skits, snacks and prizes free at 3015 Rochester Rd. just south of 13 Mile Rd. in Royal Oak, Mi. For further information contact Pastor Adam Taubert at (248) 583-9660 or (248) 545-0835 or ambassadorbaptist@sbcglobal.net