
Events
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Start: 12:00 am
End: 11:59 pm
Where: The 13 Metroparks in southeast Michigan Socialize, exercise and gain experience while lending a hand at the parks, especially at the nature centers and golf courses. Volunteers who reach a designated number of hours receive a Metroparks annual permit, free use of some facilities, and an invitation to recognition dinners in the parks. Volunteer for a single project or on an ongoing basis. Start: 12:00 am
End: 11:59 pm
Where: More than 40 courses across the state (half in metro Detroit) Register to golf all day at participating courses that will waive greens fees for the day, allowing registered golfers to raise $315,000 for the National MS Society. Cost: $125 minimum per golfer; cart fees might apply Start: 10:00 am
End: 6:00 pm
Where: Macomb Place between Main and Pine streets, Mount Clemens More than 45 fine-art crafters will display original works, including paintings, glass, textiles and jewelry. There will be live lunchtime entertainment Friday. Cost: Free Start: 8:00 pm
End: 1:00 am
Where: The Belmont, 10215 Joseph Campau St., Hamtramck Gather your girls for a martini and manicure, $10, or skip the martini and get a manicure for $5. Guest DJs and bands will perform each week. Cost: Usually no cover, call ahead Start: 12:00 am
End: 11:59 pm
Many women are so busy taking care of others, they forget to take time for themselves. In honor of National Women’s Health Week, the following is a list of suggestions you can take to give your body the attention it deserves. Start: 12:00 pm
End: 1:00 pm
Where: St. John Hospital & Medical Center – Van Elslander Cancer Center, third-floor conference room, 19229 Mack Ave., Detroit Medical hypnotherapists will direct sound vibrations that pass through skin, tissues and energy cells of the body and its energy field, promoting well-being and health. Start: 3:00 pm
Where: The Purple Rose Theatre Company, 137 Park St., Chelsea Playwright Carey Crim’s Growing Pretty follows Lucy Keen as she deals with her quirky family, having a boy for a best friend, love and self-image. Lucy discovers that the rocky road of being 12 soon transforms into the freedoms of adulthood as she attempts to become an artist. Cost: $12.50-$38 Contact: 734.433.7673, www.purplerosetheatre.org Start: 6:00 pm
End: 9:30 pm
Where: Marriott Courtyard, 31525 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Where: Shelby Community Center, 51670 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township
Mind/body techniques will help you calm yourself and get ready to enjoy your new baby. Bring a yoga or exercise mat if you have one.
Cost: Shelby Township residents, $59; nonresidents, $64
Contact: 586.731.0300 to register
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm
Where: Warren Community Center, 5460 Arden, Warren Create four different cards through four techniques. This class will teach you about paper sizing, matting, folding and card storage of stamps. Cost: $15 Contact: 586.268.8400, www.cityofwarren.org
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm
Where: Arthurs Middle School pool, 4000 Marian Drive, Trenton Learn basic kayaking skills in the beginner class (gear provided), or the fundamentals of rolling a capsized kayak in the second class. Bring water clothing and shoes, nose plugs, a towel and an extra set of clothing. Class size is limited; maximum student/instructor ratio in the basic class is 4:1, and 2:1 in the roll class. Start: 7:00 pm
Where: Borders, 34300 Woodward Ave., Birmingham Joan Anderson, bestselling author of A Year by the Sea, discusses her latest book, The Second Journey: The Road Back to Yourself. The book chronicles author Joan Anderson’s journey to rediscover herself and restore peace in her life after the realization that she is stretched too thin. The story also shares Anderson’s thoughts on love, marriage, growing older, family and spirituality. Cost: Free Start: 7:30 pm
Where: Sterling Heights Public Library, 40255 Dodge Park Rd., Sterling Heights Participants in the library’s book discussion group, Good Reads, will discuss The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón. Participants must bring a copy of the book, and reservations are required. Start: 7:30 pm
Where: Jewish Ensemble Theatre, 6600 W. Maple Rd., West Bloomfield Playwright Richard Orloff’s funny and skewed perspective on life is expressed in several playlets. Cost: $30-$39. Seniors and students, $5 discount. Contact: 248.788.2900, www.jettheatre.org Start: 8:00 pm
Where: The Purple Rose Theatre Company, 137 Park St., Chelsea Playwright Carey Crim’s Growing Pretty follows Lucy Keen as she deals with her quirky family, having a boy for a best friend, love and self-image. Lucy discovers that the rocky road of being 12 soon transforms into the freedoms of adulthood as she attempts to become an artist. Cost: $12.50-$38 Contact: 734.433.7673, www.purplerosetheatre.org | ||





