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Saturday, November 07, 2009
Lynn Chadwick: In Contact (Sculpture Exhibition) (Arts and Entertainment)
Location: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Lynn Chadwick (1914-2003) was one of several talented British sculptors who burst upon the international art scene in the late 1950s. He established a critically acclaimed body of work that continued to develop well into the late 20th century. Inspired by the career of Henry Moore, Chadwick’s sculpture displays a fascinating evolution of personal images through powerful series of abstracted human figures, animals, birds and imaginary beasts. This retrospective exhibition, the first in the United States since the artist’s death in 2003, features 43 sculptures and 5 lithographs from the permanent collection of the Phillip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College. Beginning with the highly geometric and strongly linear figures and beasts of the 1950s, this exhibition follows the chronology of the master’s career through to the majestic and sensuous male and female forms of the 1980s.
Henry Moore: Master Printmaker (Arts and Entertainment)
Location: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
The Lillian Heidenberg Gift to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture ParkAlthough celebrated globally as one of the most influential sculptors of the 20th century, Henry Moore (1898 -1986) was also a master draftsman and printmaker. Although he first experimented with printmaking in the 1930s, it became a significant part of his repertoire beginning in the 1960s. This exhibition draws from a collection of 24 master prints recently presented to Meijer Gardens by Lillian Heidenberg, one of Mr. Moore’s primary gallerists. Moore explored many of his major sculptural themes in etchings and lithographs including seated and reclining figures, mother and child, and animals. This exhibition is the premier presentation of work from this important gift to Meijer Gardens.
Walled Lake Central performance of "Les Miserables" (Arts and Entertainment)
After doing the Midwest premier of Les Miserables-School Edition 7 years ago to sold out audiences, Walled Lake Western High School announced that they will be performing the show again this fall. The show will be performed on November 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st at 7:30p.m. and on the 22nd at 2:00p.m.. Tickets go on sale, October 12th and can be purchased online at http://www.wlwmusical.com or by phone at 248-956-4625. Ticket prices range from $16 - $18 for adults and $12 - $14 for students and seniors. Discount tickets are also available for groups of 20 or more.“Les Miserables is the world’s most favorite musical”, said Mr. Gregory Cleveland, Walled Lake Western’s Choir Director and Producer of the musical. “The show has been translated into 33 different languages and 40 – 60 productions are performed every night around the world”, Cleveland added. The cast and crew at Western strive to make each musical they perform as authentic to the Broadway production as possible. This year, Western’s show will again feature a 32 foot revolving motorized stage with 1 ton, 12-foot-high moving barricade!
Storyteller Corrine Stavish at Baldwin Public Library in Birmingham (Educational)
Hundreds of thousands of people had lost their jobs. Banks were collapsing. People could not pay mortgages and abandoned their homes. This was America in 1933, and Franklin D. Roosevelt had just been elected president. What was life like for Michigan residents in the 1930’s? Join us on Sunday, November 8 at 2 p.m. for an afternoon with nationally acclaimed storyteller and historian Corinne Stavish. This local storyteller has written a series of original stories especially for this event. She will focus on how Michigan fared during the 1930’s. Call the library at 248-554-4670 to reserve a seat.“Soul of a People” programs at Baldwin are sponsored by the American Library Association Public Programs Office with the support of a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Local sponsors include the Race Relations and Diversity Task Force, a sponsored group of the Community House, and the Birmingham Historical Museum and Park.To find out about more about how Baldwin can help you talk to any of the Youth Services Librarians or call 248-544-4670 or go online to www.baldwinlib.org. The Baldwin Public Library is located at 300 West Merrill Street in Birmingham.
Holiday Boutique at St. Anselm in Dearborn Hts. (Holiday Events)
Enjoy the 26th Annual Holiday Boutique at St. Anselm in Dearborn Hts. on Saturday, November 7th from 10 am - 4 pm. Enjoy arts and crafts, bake sale, snack bar, raffle baskets and new this year...a book sale featuring new and used books. St. Anselm is located on Outer Drive, just north of Frod Road. For information call 734.673.4314.
Benefit Honor Flight Michigan (Charity Fundraiser)
Every day, 1500 WWII veterans’ lives are being lost, and many have never had the chance to view the monument built in honor of their service. During the month of November, Ram’s Horn of Shelby Township will host a new Sunday evening entertainment series to help raise money for Honor Flight Michigan, a non-profit organization that makes trips to Washington D.C. war memorials possible for veterans. Tickets are $20 per person and must be purchased in advance. A four-course dinner and two-hour live show are included, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Honor Flight Michigan. Ram’s Horn of Shelby Township is located at 48865 Hayes, situated at the corner of 22 Mile Road and Hayes. For more information, please call 586.566.5370.
Pheasant's Forever Wine Tasting and Wild Game Pairing at Champanes Cellars. (Charity Fundraiser)
Wine Tasting and Wild Game Pairing that supports wildlife habitat conservation, youth education programs,and youth hunts in Macomb County. Come and explore all the opportunities of this great evening.Thursday, December 3, 2009 6:00pm – 8:00pm7007 Chicago Rd. (13 Mile Rd.) Warren, Mi 49092(between Mound & Van Dyke across from GM Tech Center)Includes: meat balls, bacon wrapped w/garlic stick, veggie tray, cheese & crackersRaffles & Silent Auction$20.00 Advance Ticket$25.00 at the DoorTicket deadline is November 23, 2009For Tickets, call or send check with S.A.S.E to 21900 28 Mile Rd., Ray, Mi 48096For tickets please call John Pomante 586-749-3451
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Women's Night (Charity Fundraiser)
Tuesday, November 10th, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland is hosting it's annual women's night. The holidays are just around the corner, and we all want to feel and look our best during the season, so let St. Joe's help! Join us for a night of education and entertainment! Call 800.372.6094 to RSVP or for more information.
JVS Women to Work Job Help (Job Fairs)
Need a job because you've lost your source of income from divorce, your spouse's unemployment or other reason? The JVS Women to Work program can help. We'll supply the job search services and confidence you need to enter the work force. Call 248.559.5000.
Barnes & Noble Holiday Book Drive (Book Drive)
Location: Allen Park, MI
New books purchased by B&N customers will be collected at the Barnes & Noble of Allen Park from November 1st through December 31, 2009 and donated to The Guidance Center Head Start program serving low-income families in the downriver community. Head Start is a free, quality preschool program for 3-4 year old children in low-income families. The primary goal is to increase school readiness and social competency while assisting families to break the cycle of poverty. B&N of Allen Park kicks of its annual Holiday Book Drive on Saturday, November 7th with storytime, crafts, a scavenger hunt and author signing by sports writer, Ted Kulfan.Barnes & Noble of Allen Park is located at 3120 Fairlane Dr. in the Fairlane Green shopping plaza of Allen Park. Please contact Rachel Fawaz, Community Relations Manager at (313) 271-0688 or by email crm2253@bn.com if you have questions about this or other events at the Barnes & Noble - Allen Park.
Women In Transition (Conference)
Time: 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM
Location: Northwest YWCA in Redford
A conference for women confronted with challenges entering or advancing in the workplace. Participants will hear about support systems, skills sets, and important "next steps" to economic recovery. Registration form may be requested on-line at nwywcaprograms@yahoo.com, or by calling 313-537-8500.
AllenPark PTA/PTSA Holiday Fever (Craft Show)
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Allen Park High School
Allen Park PTA/PTSA Council proudly announces their Holiday Fever Craft Show. This show helps raise funds for our senior scholarship fund. This year's event includes a Tin-can auction.Visit us from 9-3pm at Allen Park High School.Crafters/vendors contact: apspringfever@hotmail.com or visit the link below for registration forms.
Holiday Gift Show (Arts and Entertainment)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
The annual Holiday Gift Show for beautiful, unique items for everyone on your holiday gift list! Approximately 40 regional artists and vendors will be on hand, with musical entertainment provided by returning favorite Don Irwin. Known for his wide repertoire, Don has recorded with many popular artists. Other featured guests this year include Heirlooms by Inge-Glas of Germany, and Pewabic Pottery of Michigan. Inge-Glas of Germany was founded in 1597 by the Muller-Blech family of glass blowers. Their 400 year journey of creating beautiful mouth-blown and hand painted glassware has evolved into the glass Christmas ornaments as we know them today. Don’t miss this opportunity to add to, or begin your collection. Pewabic Pottery, founded in Detroit in 1903, presents its signature “Classic Collection,” all individually handcrafted by Pewabic artisans continuing a long tradition of wheel-thrown, stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces.
Family of Origin Workshop (Family)
Time: 10:00 AMLocation: Northville, MI
FAMILY OF ORIGIN WORKSHOPLetting go of the pain from childhood or adult dysfunction and/or abuse.Nov 7-Saturday 10 AM$20Northville locationCall 734-420-8175 for more info or to register.
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!
Detroit Historical Society Guild Fall Harvest Tea (Tea's)
Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
Join the Detroit Historical Society Guild Saturday, November 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Detroit Historical Museum for a Fall Harvest Tea, featuring door prizes and, for the third year in a row, a special performance by the Petticoat Ladies who will share the amazing stories of "Women of the Old West," complete with period costumes.Tickets are $25 per person and include Museum admission. For more information or to make reservations, please call (586)777-5898. Due to limited seating, no tickets will be sold on the day of the event.
Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO & TASTE Fest (Community)
Time: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Walled Lake Central High School, 1600 Oakley Park Rd., Walled Lake, MI
The Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO & TASTE Fest showcases products and restaurant fare from chamber businesses in Commerce, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake, Wixom, Wolverine Lake and surrounding communities. Participants will get to sample restaurant specialties for their $5 admission/$3 for children under 12. Discount coupons are available from chamber members or at info@lakesareachamber.com.
Weaving Demonstration by Janet Peters (Artist Demonstration)
Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Unique Creations, Monroe, Michigan
Join us at Unique Creations in Monroe, Michigan as Janet Peters demonstrates the art of weaving. She will be using a floor loom and sharing her knowledge of this ages old craft.
Musical Instrument Playground (Kids)
Time: 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Flint Children's Museum
Explore musical instruments with this hands-on demonstration. Learn about instruments and how they make sound. Presented by the Flint School of Performing Arts.The Museum is located on the campus of Kettering University at 1602 W. University (Third) Ave in Flint. $4/person. For more information, please call 810-767-5437 or visit www.flintchildrensmuseum.org.
ACLU 50th Anniversary DInner (Awareness & Fundraiser)
Time: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit
ACLU of Michigan celebrates 50th anniversary at 2009 Annual Dinner, 6 – 10 p.m. , Saturday, Nov. 7. Evening features cocktail reception, silent auction and dinner, and special tribute to ACLU of Michigan founders. Arianna Huffington, co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Huffington Post, delivers keynote address. 2009 Annual Dinner highlights key issues and initiatives of ACLU for last five decades, acknowledges its founders and their legacy. Tickets are $150 for ACLU members; $200 for non-members; and $50 for students/fixed income. For information or tickets, visit www.aclumich.org, or call (313) 578-6827.
Cattle Baron's Ball (fund raiser)
Time: 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Location: Shotwell-Gustafson Pavilion on the campus of Oakland University
Join the American Cancer Society (ACS) for a western-themed cornucopia of food, music, auctions and games on Saturday, November 7 at the Shotwell-Gustafson Pavilion on the campus of Oakland University. Ernst & Young, Toyota and a host of generous corporate pard’ners have teamed up with the ACS for one of the most unique and successful charitable events in metro Detroit. Proceeds from the event support cutting-edge cancer research, free patient service programs and prevention education initiatives across metro Detroit. Individual tickets for the 2009 Cattle Baron’s Ball start at $175 each. Guests can also enjoy the first annual More Bull after party for $75 per person. To purchase tickets, or for more information on sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, visit cbbdetroit.com or call 248.663.3400.
APHS Music Boosters Annual Pancake Breakfast (fund raiser)
Time: 8:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Location: Allen Park High School
Allen Park High School Music Boosters invites you to join them for a delicious breakfast in the cafeteria. This annual event raises money that helps fund the various music department events. Cost is $5/adult, $3/senior/student.Presale tickets available. Contact the Web site below.
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