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’80s Night

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:36:28 +0000

Start: 08/28/2008 - 9:00pm

End: 08/28/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Luna, 1815 N. Main St., Royal Oak

Flashback with DJ Paul and the Luna Dancers, and enjoy $2 drink specials until midnight. The Luna Dancers also will perform a Madonna dance tribute Aug. 21.

Cost: No cover before 10 p.m.; $3 after 10 p.m.

Contact: 248.589.3344, www.lunaroyaloak.com

Show the Colors: A Life in Design

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:31:09 +0000

Start: 08/29/2008 - 9:00am

End: 08/29/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, 1516 S. Cranbrook Rd., Birmingham

View textiles and graphics created by Ruth Adler Schnee. There also is a free Artist Talk at 7 p.m. Aug. 22.

Cost: Free

Contact: 248.644.0866, www.bbartcenter.org

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:08:22 +0000

Start: 08/29/2008 - 9:30am

End: 08/29/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Kenro Izu: Sacred Places

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:01:00 +0000

Start: 08/29/2008 - 10:00am

End: 08/29/2008 - 10:00pm

Where: Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit

Kenro Izu: Sacred Places features more than 50 black-and-white photographs of spiritual sites around the world. The majority of the exhibition consists of images of Buddhist and Hindu sites in India, the Himalayas, Indonesia, Thailand and China, among other places. The exhibition also includes images of the pyramids of Giza in Egypt and the stone statues on Easter Island, as well as photos of sacred sites in Syria, Jordan and Scotland.

Cost: Adults, $8; ages 6-17, $4; seniors, $6; members, free

Contact: 313.833.4005, www.dia.org

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:09:14 +0000

Start: 08/30/2008 - 9:30am

End: 08/30/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Kenro Izu: Sacred Places

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:01:45 +0000

Start: 08/30/2008 - 10:00am

End: 08/30/2008 - 6:00pm

Where: Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit

Cost: Adults, $8; ages 6-17, $4; seniors, $6; members, free

Contact: 313.833.4005, www.dia.org

Inside Detroit Walking Tours

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 14:52:48 +0000

Start: 08/30/2008 - 10:00am

End: 08/30/2008 - 10:00am

When: 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturdays

Where: Detroit’s Point of Origin (next to Au Bon Pain), Campus Martius Park, Woodward Avenue at Monroe, Detroit

Tuesday tours focus on downtown architecture, fountains and art; Thursday, landmarks; Saturday, general highlights.

Cost: $10

Contact: 313.268.6562, www.insidedetroit.org

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:10:01 +0000

Start: 08/31/2008 - 9:30am

End: 08/31/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Kenro Izu: Sacred Places

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:02:29 +0000

Start: 08/31/2008 - 10:00am

End: 08/31/2008 - 10:00pm

Where: Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit

Cost: Adults, $8; ages 6-17, $4; seniors, $6; members, free

Contact: 313.833.4005, www.dia.org

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:11:07 +0000

Start: 09/01/2008 - 9:30am

End: 09/01/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:11:58 +0000

Start: 09/02/2008 - 9:30am

End: 09/02/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:12:51 +0000

Start: 09/03/2008 - 9:30am

End: 09/03/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Cancer Prevention/Survival Cooking Class Series

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:01:41 +0000

Start: 09/03/2008 - 11:00am

End: 09/03/2008 - 11:00am

Where: St. Joseph Mercy Ellen Thompson Women’s Health Center,

5320 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti

Learn to embrace healthful eating with cooking demonstrations, tasting and nutrition presentations. Attending all classes is recommended.

Cost: Free; registration required

Contact: 734.712.5800, www.sjmercyhealth.org

Women’s Health and Information Group

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:04:46 +0000

Start: 09/03/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 09/03/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: St. Mary Mercy Hospital, Classroom 11, 36475 Five Mile Rd., Livonia (use Marian Professional Building entrance off Levan)

Women meet and share their concerns confidentially about menopause, mid-life issues and health-related matters.

Cost: Free

Contact: 734.655.1162

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:13:37 +0000

Start: 09/04/2008 - 9:30am

End: 09/04/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Holistic Moms Network, Metro Detroit Chapter Meeting

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:17:13 +0000

Start: 09/04/2008 - 9:45am

End: 09/04/2008 - 9:45am

Where: Plymouth District Library, 223 S. Main St., Plymouth

Heather Carmona from Pure Alternatives will address Organic and Natural Living: How to Transition. She’ll share how to avoid the five most toxic ingredients in personal-care and home-cleaning products, and suggest healthful alternatives. The Holistic Moms Network is a national nonprofit that champions holistic health, mindful parenting and green living. The local chapter meets at the library at 9:45 a.m. the first Thursday of the month.

Cost: Free

Contact: 313.220.4592, amstevens14@juno.com,

www.holisticmoms.org

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:14:27 +0000

Start: 09/05/2008 - 9:30am

End: 09/05/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:15:22 +0000

Start: 09/06/2008 - 9:30am

End: 09/06/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:16:16 +0000

Start: 09/07/2008 - 9:30am

End: 09/07/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn

Plunge into the history of chocolate (remember, dark chocolate’s loaded with antioxidants!), and while you’re there, take a hike down the fitness paths at the museum and Greenfield Village.

Cost: Exhibit free with museum admission: nonmembers 62 and older, $13; ages 13-61, $14; ages 5-12, $10; 4 and younger, free. Nonmember parking is $5 per vehicle.

Contact: 313.982.6001, www.thehenryford.com

Pooch Prance

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:00:49 +0000

Start: 09/07/2008 - 9:30am

End: 09/07/2008 - 1:30pm

Where: Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Rd., Grosse Pointe Shores

Take a stroll with lil’ Sparky along the lakefront to benefit the Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society. Walk all or part of the six miles of paths. Registration begins 9:30 a.m.; raffle, bake sale and merchandise available until 1:30 p.m.

Cost: Donations, pledges accepted

Contact: 313.891.7188 for pledge sheets

Priority Health Ann Arbor Cycling Classic

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:41:33 +0000

Start: 09/07/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/07/2008 - 4:00pm

Where: Downtown Ann Arbor: Main, Liberty, Ashley and Washington streets

See five races that attract some of the best professional and amateur cyclists from across the United States. Cyclists race on a 1.35-kilometer loop downtown at speeds reaching almost 40 mph.

Cost: Free to watch; see Web site for information on registering, including free children’s races for 9 and younger

Contact: 616.464.8571, www.priorityhealthclassic.com

Sixth Annual Kerrytown BookFest

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:14:52 +0000

Start: 09/07/2008 - 11:00am

End: 09/07/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Farmers Market Area, North Fourth Avenue at Kingsley Street, Ann Arbor

Celebrate the area’s heritage in the book and printing arts. This year’s festival honors Ernest Hemingway and fine binding. Internationally known binders and conservators Don Etherington and Monique Lallier will participate, as will authors, storytellers, publishers, bookbinders, illustrators, poets, letterpress printers, wood engravers, calligraphers, papermakers, librarians, teachers, and sellers of new, used and antiquarian books. A children’s area will offer storytelling and creative activities.

Cost: Free

Contact: 734.669.0451, www.kerrytownbookfest.org

Mae McKenna Garden Party

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:37:10 +0000

Start: 09/07/2008 - 1:00pm

End: 09/07/2008 - 1:00pm

Where: Crocker House Museum, 15 Union St., Mount Clemens

Wear a 1920s costume, and check out this party dedicated to the history of 1920s Mount Clemens. The event will feature a band and a cast of characters from the city’s past that will share insight of the scandals of the era. There also will be a buffet.

Cost: Members, $35; nonmembers, $40

Contact: 586.465.2488,

http://www.crockerhousemuseum.com/McKennaParty.html

Cancer Prevention/Survival Cooking Class Series

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:02:28 +0000

Start: 09/10/2008 - 11:00am

End: 09/10/2008 - 12:30pm

Where: St. Joseph Mercy Ellen Thompson Women’s Health Center,

5320 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti

Learn to embrace healthful eating with cooking demonstrations, tasting and nutrition presentations. Attending all classes is recommended.

Cost: Free; registration required

Contact: 734.712.5800, www.sjmercyhealth.org

Friends Book Discussion

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:22:27 +0000

Start: 09/10/2008 - 1:00pm

End: 09/10/2008 - 1:00pm

Where: Gilstorf Meeting Room, St. Clair Shores

Public Library, 22500 11 Mile Rd., St. Clair

Shores

This informal group meets the second

Wednesday of each month. The selection for

August is The Fig Eater by

Jody Shields.

Cost: Free

Contact: 586.771.9020,

www.libcoop.net/stclairshores/friends.htm

Look Good … Feel Better

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:07:30 +0000

Start: 09/10/2008 - 6:00pm

End: 09/10/2008 - 8:00pm

Where: Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, 15855 19 Mile Rd., Clinton Township

This class is for women who are undergoing cancer treatment. A cosmetologist will teach you how to choose the makeup, wigs, scarves and hats that will complement your appearance.

Cost: Free; registration required

Contact: 586.263.2157

Chamber Coffee

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:52:24 +0000

Start: 09/12/2008 - 8:00am

End: 09/12/2008 - 9:00am

Where: The Coffee Beanery Café, 28557 Woodward Ave., Berkley

Members and prospective members will have the opportunity to network at this event.

Cost: Free

Contact: 248.547.4000, www.royaloakchamber.com

Starting Your Own Business

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:53:59 +0000

Start: 09/12/2008 - 9:00am

End: 09/12/2008 - 4:00pm

Where: Washtenaw Community College’s Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor

Make a marketing plan, and learn about legal, accounting, franchises and financing. Participants also will receive advice and counseling from business experts and organizations.

Cost: $25

Contact: 734.527.9142, www.annarborspark.org to register

It’s Worth the Struggle: Inspiration for Contemporary Writers Book Launch and Silent Auction

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:20:36 +0000

Start: 09/12/2008 - 6:00pm

End: 09/12/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Southfield Parks & Recreation Building, Rm. 222, 26000 Evergreen Rd., Southfield

Join writers, including Detroit Free Press columnist Desiree Cooper, as they read from a new book of essays by 20 professional writers. The book aims to help writers get a foot in the door. Take part in an auction for services in editing, public relations, Internet marketing, ghostwriting and book printing.

Cost: Free; book and accompanying workbook, $15

Contact: 248.569.3023, sstanford87@yahoo.com, www.aquariuspressbookseller.net

The Odd Couple – Female Version

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:14:38 +0000

Start: 09/12/2008 - 8:00pm

End: 09/12/2008 - 8:00pm

Where: The Players Guild of Dearborn, 21730 Madison, Dearborn

A classic with a twist. The neat freak and slob are Florence Unger and Olive Madison.

Cost: $15

Contact: 313.561.8587, www.playersguildofdearborn.org

Celebrate Life! 5K Run/Walk for Cancer

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:04:42 +0000

Start: 09/13/2008 - 7:00am

End: 09/13/2008 - 7:00am

Where: Race begins near the St. Mary Mercy Hospital grounds, 36475 Five Mile Rd., Livonia; route takes participants through Livonia neighborhoods.

Proceeds will assist the hospital’s uninsured or underinsured cancer patients. Registration, 7-8:30 a.m.; race, 9 a.m.

Cost: $20

Contact: 734.655.1402, www.active.com, www.stmarymercy.org/5k

Seventh Annual Run/Walk for Cancer

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:06:14 +0000

Start: 09/13/2008 - 9:00am

End: 09/13/2008 - 9:00am

Where: Starts at Powerhouse Gym, 25212 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores; ends at Jack’s Waterfront Restaurant, 24214 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores

Take a 5K/10K walk or run through St. Clair Shores. Donation includes a T-shirt and healthful brunch at Jack’s Waterfront. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society and American Heart Association.

Cost: $30 in advance; $35 day of event

Contact: 586.771.5898, powerhousegymscs@yahoo.com

Art in the Park

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:08:12 +0000

Start: 09/13/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/13/2008 - 6:00pm

Where: Shain Park, Birmingham

The 34th annual art fair benefits Common Ground Sanctuary and features local art, food and a silent auction.

Cost: Free to attend

Contact: 248.456.8150

People's Art Festival

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:27:10 +0000

Start: 09/13/2008 - 11:00am

End: 09/13/2008 - 11:59pm

Where: Russell Industrial Center, 1600 Clay Ave., Detroit

Join more than 200 visual artists, filmmakers, musicians and other performance artists. Wine tasting and children’s activities are included. More than 4,000 visitors attended last year’s inaugural event.

Cost: Free to attend

Contact: www.rccadetroit.org/paf.html

The Odd Couple – Female Version

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:15:24 +0000

Start: 09/13/2008 - 8:00pm

End: 09/13/2008 - 8:00pm

Where: The Players Guild of Dearborn, 21730 Madison, Dearborn

A classic with a twist. The neat freak and slob are Florence Unger and Olive Madison.

Cost: $15

Contact: 313.561.8587, www.playersguildofdearborn.org

Art in the Park

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:09:13 +0000

Start: 09/14/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/14/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Shain Park, Birmingham

The 34th annual art fair benefits Common Ground Sanctuary and features local art, food and a silent auction.

Cost: Free to attend

Contact: 248.456.8150

The Odd Couple – Female Version

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:17:49 +0000

Start: 09/14/2008 - 2:30pm

End: 09/14/2008 - 2:30pm

Where: The Players Guild of Dearborn, 21730 Madison, Dearborn

A classic with a twist. The neat freak and slob are Florence Unger and Olive Madison.

Cost: $15

Contact: 313.561.8587, www.playersguildofdearborn.org

Annual Birmingham House Tour

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:55:01 +0000

Start: 09/16/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/16/2008 - 4:00pm

Where: Refreshments and lunch,

380 S. Bates St., Birmingham

This scattered-site parade of homes showcases diverse design styles.

Cost: $30; includes afternoon refreshments. An optional salad-bar lunch on

The Community House Terrace is an

additional $15.

Contact: 248.644.5832,

www.housetour@communityhouse.com

St. Hugo of the Hills Altar Guild Fashion and Luncheon Benefit

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:10:44 +0000

Start: 09/16/2008 - 11:30am

End: 09/16/2008 - 11:30am

Where: Oakland Hills Country Club, 3951 W. Maple Rd., Bloomfield Township

St. Hugo of the Hills Altar Guild presents the 50th anniversary of its Fashion and Luncheon Benefit, with fall fashion by Neiman Marcus.

The event benefits more than 30 charitable organizations in metro Detroit.

Cost: $75

Contact: 248.620.9424, 248.935.4055

Open City Detroit

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:57:43 +0000

Start: 09/16/2008 - 6:30pm

End: 09/16/2008 - 6:30pm

Where: Cliff Bell’s, 2030 Park Ave., Detroit

Interested in starting a new business in Detroit? Join this group for aspiring and existing businesses for motivation and mentorship. Meets the third Tuesday of each month.

Cost: Free

Contact: 313.831.3647, 313.833.9336, www.opencitydetroit.com

Cooking With John Jonna and Brandon Johns

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:29:32 +0000

Start: 09/16/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 09/16/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Sept. 16 and 23, Vinology Wine Bar and Restaurant, 110 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; Sept. 17 and 24, Vinotecca, 417 S. Main St., Royal Oak (choose a location, and attend both classes)

Learn how to make wine-friendly dishes from around the world. Appetizers will be served in Part I, plated pairings in Part II. Includes six to eight wines, cheese plates and appetizers, and a bottle of wine to take home.

Cost: $45 plus tax and gratuity

Contact: Vinology, 734.222.9841; Vinotecca, 248.544.6256; www.vinowinebars.com

Cooking With John Jonna and Brandon Johns

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:33:21 +0000

Start: 09/17/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 09/17/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Sept. 16 and 23, Vinology Wine Bar and Restaurant, 110 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; Sept. 17 and 24, Vinotecca, 417 S. Main St., Royal Oak (choose a location, and attend both classes)

Cost: $45 plus tax and gratuity

Contact: Vinology, 734.222.9841; Vinotecca, 248.544.6256; www.vinowinebars.com

American Association of University Women Dearborn Branch 57th Annual Used Book Sale

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:45:37 +0000

Start: 09/18/2008 - 11:00am

End: 09/18/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Dearborn Ice Skating Center, 14900 Ford Rd., Dearborn

Peruse thousands of books in many genres, including travel, classics, science, ecology, biography, cookbooks, mysteries and children’s. Profits go to local and national scholarships, and local community groups.

Cost: $15 entry fee 9-11 a.m. Thursday; free all other times; most paperbacks $1, most hardcover books $2; $8 per bag of books or $15 for two bags on Saturday

Contact: www.aauwmi.org/localbranches/dearborn/dearborn.htm

American Association of University Women Dearborn Branch 57th Annual Used Book Sale

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:47:03 +0000

Start: 09/19/2008 - 9:00am

End: 09/19/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Dearborn Ice Skating Center, 14900 Ford Rd., Dearborn

Cost: $15 entry fee 9-11 a.m. Thursday; free all other times; most paperbacks $1, most hardcover books $2; $8 per bag of books or $15 for two bags on Saturday

Contact:www.aauwmi.org/localbranches/dearborn/dearborn.htm

Detroit Uncorked

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:55:36 +0000

Start: 09/19/2008 - 6:30pm

End: 09/19/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Ford Field, 2000 Brush St., Detroit

Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, hundreds of wines from around the world, entertainment and a silent auction benefiting The Children’s Center, a Detroit agency that assists children and their families dealing with abuse, neglect, and mental illness and impairment.

Cost: $80

Contact: 313.262.1112, www.detroituncorked.com

The Odd Couple – Female Version

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:18:53 +0000

Start: 09/19/2008 - 8:00pm

End: 09/19/2008 - 8:00pm

Where: The Players Guild of Dearborn, 21730 Madison, Dearborn

A classic with a twist. The neat freak and slob are Florence Unger and Olive Madison.

Cost: $15

Contact: 313.561.8587, www.playersguildofdearborn.org

Spirit of Detroit Urban Adventure Race

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:21:19 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 6:00am

End: 09/20/2008 - 6:00am

When: Check in, 6-7 a.m.; prerace meeting, 7:30 a.m.; race start, 8 a.m.; race cutoff, 2 p.m.; prizes and awards, 5 p.m.

Where: Starts and ends on Belle Isle

Two-person men’s, women’s and coed teams will run and bike a course complete with mystery events and a fixed-ropes course. In-line skating/scooter section is optional. Minors need a signed waiver, and participants under 16 must race with an adult.

Cost: $130 per team; register in advance or on race day

Contact: 248.320.5705, jeff@jeffwatters.com, www.jeffwatters.com/spirit_of_detroit

American Association of University Women Dearborn Branch 57th Annual Used Book Sale

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:48:29 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 9:00am

End: 09/20/2008 - 4:00pm

Where: Dearborn Ice Skating Center, 14900 Ford Rd., Dearborn

Cost: $15 entry fee 9-11 a.m. Thursday; free all other times; most paperbacks $1, most hardcover books $2; $8 per bag of books or $15 for two bags on Saturday

Contact:www.aauwmi.org/localbranches/dearborn/dearborn.htm

Midwest Living Foods & Eco Festival/Concert

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:25:16 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/20/2008 - 10:00pm

Where: Nature’s Haven, 1369 Euler Rd., Brighton

Learn about green/healthful living – including living foods, sprouting, composting and green building – through lectures, workshops and demonstrations. Engage in tai chi or yoga, get a chair massage, or hike the nature trails. Several bands will perform, and visitors can take part in a drum circle around a bonfire. Choose from a variety of foods, or bring your own picnic. A supervised children’s area will feature a playground, face painting and drumming.

Cost: $25; children younger than 15 are free

Contact: 810.227.2624, www.naturalagelessliving.com

Clinton Township Festival of the Senses

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:49:49 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/20/2008 - 7:00pm

Where: Civic Center, Romeo Plank Road between Canal and Clinton River roads, Clinton Township

Celebrate art, music, food, theater and literary works with more than 200 Michigan artists, a taste of local restaurants, and continuous live entertainment.

Cost: Free admission and parking

Contact: 586.263.3905,

www.ctfestivalofthesenses.com

Funky Ferndale Art Fair

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:57:07 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/20/2008 - 7:00pm

Where: Nine Mile Road from Woodward Avenue to Planavon Street

More than 100 juried artists and local foods abound in this fifth annual celebration of creativity in the arts.

Cost: Free to attend

Contact: www.michiganartshow.com

Ferndale DIY (Do It Yourself) Street Fair

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:52:14 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 11:00am

End: 09/21/2008 - 12:00am

Where: Southeast of Nine Mile Road and Woodward Avenue

This inaugural festival celebrates the spirit of entrepreneurship by showcasing local artists, crafters and bands, as well as food and beverages from Michigan-based breweries and area restaurants. Street performers will appear throughout the weekend, and a children’s area will offer entertainment and hands-on crafts.

Cost: Free to attend

Contact: www.diystreetfair.com

The Cat's Meow: Scholarship Fundraiser

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:52:21 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 6:00pm

End: 09/20/2008 - 6:00pm

Where: The Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Wayne State University, 259 Mack Ave., Detroit

Tastings form Detroit's exciting restaurants. Silent and live auction. Music and dancing to the Rhythm Society Orchestra and the Satin Dolls, Pianist Drew De Four. The evening to benefit the Lara Rutan Endowed Scholarship for the Physician Assistant Studies Program. Rutan was killed by a drunk driver in 2005 and a graduate of the WSU physician assistant program.

Cost: $100 per ticket

Contact: The Love Always Remember Always committee, 313.550.4816

Masquerade Party

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:45:16 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 09/20/2008 - 7:00pm

Where: Leon & Lulu, 96 W. 14 Mile Rd., Clawson

Come in costume or as yourself to this event, which benefits the Rackham Symphony Choir and features appetizers, music, dancing, and a silent auction and raffle. Prizes will be awarded for the best mask and costume.

Cost: General admission, $50; patron admission, $100 and includes mask and patron recognition

Contact: 313.404.0222, www.rackhamchoir.org

The Odd Couple – Female Version

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:21:05 +0000

Start: 09/20/2008 - 8:00pm

End: 09/20/2008 - 8:00pm

Where: The Players Guild of Dearborn, 21730 Madison, Dearborn

A classic with a twist. The neat freak and slob are Florence Unger and Olive Madison.

Cost: $15

Contact: 313.561.8587, www.playersguildofdearborn.org

Clinton Township Festival of the Senses

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:51:47 +0000

Start: 09/21/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/21/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Civic Center, Romeo Plank Road between Canal and Clinton River roads, Clinton Township

Celebrate art, music, food, theater and literary works with more than 200 Michigan artists, a taste of local restaurants, and continuous live entertainment.

Cost: Free admission and parking

Contact: 586.263.3905,

www.ctfestivalofthesenses.com

Funky Ferndale Art Fair

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:58:50 +0000

Start: 09/21/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/21/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Nine Mile Road from Woodward Avenue to Planavon Street

More than 100 juried artists and local foods abound in this fifth annual celebration of creativity in the arts.

Cost: Free to attend

Contact: www.michiganartshow.com

Funky Ferndale Art Fair

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:01:43 +0000

Start: 09/21/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/21/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: Nine Mile Road from Woodward Avenue to Planavon Street

More than 100 juried artists and local foods abound in this fifth annual celebration of creativity in the arts.

Cost: Free to attend

Contact: www.michiganartshow.com

Ferndale DIY (Do It Yourself) Street Fair

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:53:24 +0000

Start: 09/21/2008 - 11:00am

End: 09/21/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Southeast of Nine Mile Road and Woodward Avenue

Cost: Free to attend

Contact: www.diystreetfair.com

The Odd Couple – Female Version

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:22:09 +0000

Start: 09/21/2008 - 2:30pm

End: 09/21/2008 - 2:30pm

Where: The Players Guild of Dearborn, 21730 Madison, Dearborn

A classic with a twist. The neat freak and slob are Florence Unger and Olive Madison.

Cost: $15

Contact: 313.561.8587, www.playersguildofdearborn.org

Cooking With John Jonna and Brandon Johns

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:31:16 +0000

Start: 09/23/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 09/23/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Sept. 16 and 23, Vinology Wine Bar and Restaurant, 110 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; Sept. 17 and 24, Vinotecca, 417 S. Main St., Royal Oak (choose a location, and attend both classes)

Cost: $45 plus tax and gratuity

Contact: Vinology, 734.222.9841; Vinotecca, 248.544.6256; www.vinowinebars.com

Cooking With John Jonna and Brandon Johns

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:36:05 +0000

Start: 09/24/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 09/24/2008 - 9:00pm

Where: Sept. 16 and 23, Vinology Wine Bar and Restaurant, 110 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; Sept. 17 and 24, Vinotecca, 417 S. Main St., Royal Oak (choose a location, and attend both classes)

Cost: $45 plus tax and gratuity

Contact: Vinology, 734.222.9841; Vinotecca, 248.544.6256; www.vinowinebars.com

Taste of the Vines

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:57:06 +0000

Start: 09/25/2008 - 5:30pm

End: 09/25/2008 - 5:30pm

Where: The Community House, 380 S. Bates St., Birmingham

The Community House hosts its seventh annual Taste of the Vines event, featuring a reception, dinner and live auction of items, including rare and vintage wines, and trips.

Cost: $250-$500 per person, or sponsor a table of 10 for $2,500 or $5,000

Contact: 248.644.5832, www.communityhouse.com

Taste of the Vines

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:57:07 +0000

Start: 09/25/2008 - 5:30pm

End: 09/25/2008 - 5:30pm

Where: The Community House, 380 S. Bates St., Birmingham

The Community House hosts its seventh annual Taste of the Vines event, featuring a reception, dinner and live auction of items, including rare and vintage wines, and trips.

Cost: $250-$500 per person, or sponsor a table of 10 for $2,500 or $5,000

Contact: 248.644.5832, www.communityhouse.com

The Odd Couple – Female Version

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:23:05 +0000

Start: 09/26/2008 - 8:00pm

End: 09/26/2008 - 8:00pm

Where: The Players Guild of Dearborn, 21730 Madison, Dearborn

A classic with a twist. The neat freak and slob are Florence Unger and Olive Madison.

Cost: $15

Contact: 313.561.8587, www.playersguildofdearborn.org

Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:13:00 +0000

Start: 09/27/2008 - 10:00am

End: 09/27/2008 - 5:00pm

Where: The Detroit Zoo, northwest corner of Woodward Avenue and I-696, Royal Oak

The Michigan Humane Society and more than 20 animal rescue groups will present hundreds of dogs, cats, puppies, kittens and rabbits for adoption. Bring proof of housing and your pets’ shot records if adopting. Download an MHS adoption form from the Web site below to take along.

Cost: Free to attend and park; adoption fees vary

Contact: 313.872.3400, www.michiganhumane.org