Friday, May 09, 2008
NALC Food Drive 2008 (Community)
Location: Nationwide
National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive Public Service Announcement On Saturday, May 10th, letter carriers across the nation will be collecting food to fill the shelves of local community food banks and pantries. An estimated 30 million people face hunger every day in America. Through the National Association of Letter Carrier’s Food Drive, you can help “Stamp Out Hunger.” All you have to do is place your non-perishable food donation next to your mailbox on Saturday, May 10th. Your local letter carrier will do all the rest. Help feed needy families in our own community. Thank you for your support!
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Salvation Army Spring Donation Drop Off (Community)
Location: Various, Across Metro Detroit
8 NEW Salvation Army donation drop-off sites at participating Kroger store parking lots now open on weekends. Donations of gently used clothing, household goods and furniture accepted Saturdays and Sundays 9-6, through June at SA mobile donation locations in Macomb Township, Richmond, Troy, Grosse Pointe Farms, and Farmington Hills. See complete list at www.SalArmyThrift.com (select ‘Mobile Donation Locations’). For Listing of SA Donation Centers open daily, year-round, select ‘Store Locations’. Donation receipts available from attendant.
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Be a Host Family for Exchange Student (Educational)
Give your family the gift of a lifetime. Host families are needed for International Students arriving in August for High School 5 - 10 month stays. Shair their culture, their friendship and learn about another part of the world from a new family member. Students have their own insurance and spending money. Open your heart and home and share the American way of life. For more information call IntoEdventures at 1.800.808.4551.
Inforum presents "The Future of the U.S. Health Care System" (Educational)
A panel of nationally and internationally recognized experts will discuss "The Future of the U.S. Health Care System" on Fri, May 9 at 11:30 am at the Troy Marriott. The public is welcome. For tickets and information www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
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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For the Love of Glass Art Exhibit (Arts and Entertainment)
Celebrating 21 years of exhibiting Fine Art Glass enjoy this event at the Ariana Gallery, 119 S. Main St. in downtown Royal Oak. 248.546.8810 or www.arianagallery.com. The exhibit runs April 25 - May 30, 2008.
St. Stanislaus Kostka Polish Festival (Festivals)
St. Stan's Polish Festival is May 23 - 25 at the Wyandotte Church located at 266 Antoine St. Enjoy Great Polish, American and Italian food, entertainment, games, rides and more. For more information call 734.285.9509.
WLC Class of 1978 Reunion (class reunions)
Walled Lake Central Class of '78 is hosting a 30th class reunion on July 26th, 2008 at 59-West, Highland. For further information contact wlc78@comcast.net or Roger Houston at dhousto@msn.com or 248.698.2475.
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.
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.
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.
Relay for Life Event (Charity Fundraiser)
The American Cancer Society hosts Relay for Life a fun-filled event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for research and programs for the ACS. Local events happening so call to donate or get involved at 1.800.ACS.2345 or www.cancer.org.
Flavors of Michigan 2008: Culinary Experience (Charity Fundraiser)
Enjoy this unique fundraiser that brings together 24 of the area's top chefs to offer their signature cuisine to a table of 10 guests in an intimate and exclusive setting at the Ritz Carlton in Dearborn. The event will take place on Mon, June 9th at 6 pm and will benefit the American Liver Foundation-Michigan Chapter. Tickets $200.00 per person. For information www.liverfoundation.org/chapters/michigan or call 248.615.5766.
Komen Race for the Cure (Charity Fundraiser)
Join the Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure May 31st at Comerica Park. Thousands will gather to help save lives and end breast cancer forever. Visit Karmanos.org or call 1.800 Karmanos. 1800.527.6266.
Fundraiser for Diabetes (Charity Fundraiser)
Tyler, is the Youth Ambassador for the Tour de Cure, which is the premier cycling fundraising event for the American Diabetes Association, on June 8 at Island Lake Recreation Area in Brighton. To help raise money for the Tour de Cure, enjoy a bowling fundraiser, euchre tournament and silent auction on April 27 at Wonderland Lanes in Commerce Township. Some of the auction items are signed Jonas Brothers merchandise (Nick Jonas also has Type 1 diabetes), Pistons merchandise, Tiger tickets, restaurant certificates, and more. Here is a link to Team Tyler’s website, if you know anyone interested in supporting the event. http://main.diabetes.org/goto/tylerkramer
Michigan Animal Rescue League "Tail Wagger Two Step Walk and Adoption Event" (Charity Fundraiser)
The Michigan Animal Rescue League will hold its 15th annual "Tail-Wagger Two Step Walk for Animals and Adoption Event" on Sunday, May 18th at Independence Oaks Park from 9 am - 1 pm. Bring your dogs, your friends or just yourself for food, fun and a leisurely walk to raise money for homeless animals. Cats and dogs will be available for adoption. For information call 248.355.9290 or www.michigananimalrescueleague.org.
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.
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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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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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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Exits and Entrances (Theatre performance)
Location: The Performance Network Theatre
Exits and EntrancesStarring Robert Grossman (Man of La Mancha) and Kevin Young. EXITS AND ENTRANCES is based on the friendship between the idealistic young Athol Fugard and an older actor struggling to find meaning and dignity at the end of his career. It is a play that celebrates theatre and its relevance to society. Set in the apartheid world of Port Elizabeth, South Africa, it seeks to define why art matters, especially as a weapon against oppression.
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Manuscript (Theatre performance)
Location: Tipping Point Theatre
When a manuscript is discovered that can guarantee success, three ambitious college freshmen on winter break from their Ivy League schools set into motion a manipulative quest for vengeance and fame in this calculating dark comedy thriller by 27-year old playwright Paul Grellong. Unfolding on stage with youthful wit and razor-sharp dialogue, Manuscript proves you’re only as good as your word.
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Barefoot Productions presents Agatha Christie's BLACK COFFEE (Theatre performance)
Location: 240 North Main Street, Plymouth, MI 48170 (the Walker/Buzenberg Furniture Building)
Barefoot Productions, Plymouth's newest Community Theatre presents Agatha Christie's BLACK COFFEEDirected by Craig A. HaneMay 8,9,10 16 & 17 at 8:00 PMMay 11 & 18 at 2:00 PM 240 North Main StreetPlymouth, MI 48170(the old Walker/Buzenberg Furniture Building)$15.00 General$10.00 Seniors/Studnets(Group rates available)for TICKETS and info call734-582-9688
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Summer of Wonder Raffle (Benefit Fundraiser)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
The Detroit Historical Society once again is conducting a "Summer of Wonder" raffle featuring prize packages to some of metro Detroit's signature summertime events and attractions. The grand prize is a Buick Open package for four people.
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Youth Football/Cheer Coaches Needed (Sports)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Detroit
Midwest Tigers Youth Athletic Association of Southeastern Michigan Pop Warner Football League is screening football coaches, cheer coaches and is looking for a cheer coordinator for 2008 season. Call Walt at 734-637-2671.
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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Emerson Church UU Spring Sale (Charity Fundraiser)
Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Emerson Church Unitarian Universalist • 4230 Livernois • Troy, MI 48083 • 248.524.9339
Emerson Church Unitarian Universalist is pleased to announce it's spring sale.The sale offers a collection of Perennials, books and nature inspired artwork.For further infomation, please visit our web site or contact the church at:Emerson Church Unitarian Universalist4230 Livernois • Troy, MI 48083 • 248.524.9339http://www.ecuu.org
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Photos 11: Landing at MoonWinks (Exhibits)
Time: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: MoonWinks Cafe
"Photo 11: Landing at MoonWinks" is an exhibition of photography by Philip Dattilo, whose 30-year resume lists clients such as the University of Michigan and the University of Chicago and who recently had work accepted into the collections of the Holocaust Memorial Center of Michigan and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History. Credits include Fortune, Business Week and The Wall Street Journal. "Photos 11" is an eclectic selection of Dattilo's work from subject matter as diverse as Europe, Ann Arbor, children and landscapes. To glimpse the larger body of his work, log on: www.philipdattilo.com
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Inforum, 46th Annual Meeting, Presents "The Future of the U.S. Health Care System and How It Could Affect Your Wallet and Quality of Care" (Lecture)
Time: 11:30 AMLocation: Troy Marriott, 200 W. Big Beaver Rd. Troy, MI 48084.
DETROIT–Inforum, Michigan's largest professional organization for women, will hold its 46th Annual Meeting on May 9, 2008. The program will feature a panel of experts discussing the future of the United States health care system -- problems, fundamental fixes needed, and what the different solutions proposed by presidential candidates could cost in terms of dollars and quality of care. One model to be reviewed is actuarial insurance, which could impact everyone differently based on individual's health. Date: Friday, May 9, 2008 Time: 11:30 a.m.-Registration and VIP Reception; 12 noon-Lunch and Panel Discussion. Location: Troy Marriott, 200 W. Big Beaver Rd. Troy, MI 48084. Tickets: Inforum members $50; Non-members $70; Table of 10 includes special seating, VIP reception and program recognition, $750. (Add $10 to registrations received after May 6 and at the door.) Register or information: visit www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
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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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Spring Fling Festival (Festivals)
Time: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Location: Yack Area, Wyandotte
Wyandotte Catholic Consolidated School - St. Joseph’s-St. Patrick’s Parishs' Spring Fling FestivalYack Arena31313rd St, in Wyandotte Free Admission!Fri., May 9 5pm – Midnight Sat., May 10, 12pm – Midnight“MOTHER’S DAY FLOWERS”CRAFTS–RAFFLES–FOOD–BEVERAGES –IRISH COFFEE–“WATKINS STYLE BURGERS”-BIG SCREEN TV TO WATCH SPORT EVENTS–GAMES– RIDES–MUSIC–PORK CHOP & STUFFED CABBAGE DINNERSVEGAS TEXAS HOLD-EM MINI TOURNAMENTS- NO–PRE-REGISTEREntertainment“Fifty Amp Fuse” Friday 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm The Best in Funk & Rock “New Generation”Saturday 2pm–6pmFrom Polkas to Old-time Rock & Roll “Legend, the Band” Saturday 7pm–Midnight The Best in Oldies
Behind the Scenes of the Players' Playhouse (Theatre performance)
Time: 6:00 PMLocation: The Players' Club
Enjoy the best of the Players' season as the perform three of their favorite one-act plays. The evening will include a tour of the historic Playhouse built in 1925.
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Free Movie Night (Movies)
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: 8000 Woodward
Free movie every second Friday of the month on wide screen in Kresge Auditorium at Metropolitan United Methodist ChurchConcessions on sale for fifty cents each
Memorial Gathering (Grief Support)
Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Angelica Lutheran Church, Allen Park
The staff and volunteers of Arbor Hospice’s Grief Support Services cordially invite you, your family, and friends to honor the memory of your loved one at “A Time to Remember” Memorial Gathering. Light refreshments will be served following the gathering.An RSVP is appreciated. 734.486.4060Friday, May 9, 7pmAngelica Lutheran Church8400 Park AvenueAllen Park, MI 48101
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South Lyon East High School spring musical CATS (Arts and Entertainment)
Time: 7:00 PMLocation: South Lyon East High School Theater
South Lyon East High School cast and crew of "CATS" - partnering with the Humane Society of Livingston County to raise funds and supplies at their upcoming performances. $1 will be donated to the shelter for each ticket sold for the Mothers' Day 2:00 matinee
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SING JUBILEE! The Story of the Fisk Jubilee Singers (Musical Performance)
Time: 8:00 PMLocation: Detroit Institute of Art
Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit proudly presents the world premiere of SING JUBLIEE! The Story of The Fisk Jubilee Singers by OyamO. One of the most inspiring stories in African American music, The Fisk Jubilee Singers performed with dignity and grace for mixed audiences, political leaders and royalty at a time when newly freed slaves were still fighting for education, racial equality and basic rights. They sang the “secret songs,” or spirituals, handed down from generation to generation, and their voices kept alive a history of strength, hope and triumph that is still treasured today. May 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18, 2008 Friday & Saturday 8 p.m.Sunday matinees 4 p.m. School Matinees Thursday May 8 & 15 10:00 a.m Reservations (313) 872-6910.
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Run For Your Wife by Ray Cooney (Theatre performance)
Time: 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Location: Bushnell Congregational Church
Rosedale Community Players presents "Run for Your Wife", a comedy by Ray Cooney.Show dates: April 25/26, May 2/3/9/10 at 8pm; matinee on May 4 at 2pm.Tickets are $14; group and senior rates are available.Call RCP at 313.532.4010 or Margaret Bross at 313.537.7716 for tickets.
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"Every Day of My Life" (Concerts)
Time: 8:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Location: Detroit Country Day School Auditorium, 22305 W. 13 Mile, Beverly Hills, MI
28th annual spring concerts featuring the 85-voice Farmington Community Chorus. Directed by Steve SeGraves, accompanied by assistant director Susuan Garr, plus instrumentalists. Featuring music of the Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Stephen Sondheim and more -- "That's Life", "A Day in the Life of a Fool", other music depicting the day/life theme. Tickets $12 in advance; $15 at door. Advance tickets: (248)669-4146.
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