Detroit Events July 11, 2009
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| Concerts 507010 | HAP Summer SoundsLive music fills the air at Center Court all summer long. Check the website for a complete schedule of performers. 586.226.0330 http://www.sho... ridgecreek.com Ongoing Daily 5/23/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon-Thu 5:30pm-8:30pm; Fri 6pm-9pm; Sat 4pm-9pm; Sun 1pm-6pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 518408 | Mike WolvertonFamilies can gather at the park's Thomas S. Welsh Activity Center to hear and dance to big band and ballroom music from Mike Wolverton. 800.477.3172 http://www.metroparks.com 7/11/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm-10pm Cost: Free with park admission |
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| Exhibits 493601 | DinosauriaAnimatronic dinosaurs - 19 of them! - roar to life along the Dino Trail at the Detroit Zoo during a special summer exhibit. 248.541.5717 http://www.detroitzoo.org Ongoing Daily 5/13/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During regular zoo hours Cost: $3 + zoo admission |
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| Exhibits 422655 | In the Presence of LincolnThe exhibit celebrates Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday with original furniture from his Springfield, Illinois home and historic ephemera associated with the 16th President. 734.455.8940 http://www.plymouthhistory.org Ongoing Each Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 1/21/09 - 11/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 414775 | Of Life and LossOf Life and Loss: The Polish Photographs of Roman Vishaniac and Jeffrey Gusky includes about 90 black-and-white photos that shows Polish Jewish communities in the 1930s and those same communities in the 1990s. 313.833.7900 http://www.dia.org Ongoing Daily except Mon, Tue 4/19/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 412631 | Star Trek: The ExhibitionFamilies can boldly go where no man has gone before as they explore authentic ships, sets, costumes, and props from the complete series of Star Trek television shows and films. General museum admission is included with exhibit tickets. 313.577.8400 http://www.det... encecenter.org Ongoing Daily 2/14/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Adults $18.95; Seniors & Children (3-11) $14.95 |
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| Exhibits 518574 | Hatching the PastVisitors can learn about the lives of dinosaurs through Hatching the Past, an interactive exhibit focusing on dinosaur eggs, nests, and embryos. 248.645.3210 http://www.science.cranbrook.edu Ongoing Daily 2/9/09 - 9/6/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Exhibits 491822 | Rock Stars' Cars & Guitars 2Visitors to The Henry Ford can take a walk on the wild side and find out what truly drives rock stars during the all-new exhibit that features more than 20 cars, 50 guitars, and a wide array of rock memorabilia. The exhibit includes Camp Rock costumes worn by the Jonas Brothers, Snoop Dogg's 1974 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, Roy Orbison's 1967 Corvette, and more. Ongoing Daily 5/16/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: During regular museum hours Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Fairs & Festivals 430019 | European FestivalFamilies are invited to celebrate all things European through live entertainment, storytelling, arts and crafts, and authentic cuisine available for purchase from local restaurants. Animal enrichment activities are included as well. 248.541.5717 http://www.detroitzoo.org 7/11/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-3pm Cost: Free with zoo admission |
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| Fairs & Festivals 506673 | Oakland County FairThe Oakland County Fair hosts a plethora of free daily events, including a circus, racing pigs, horse shows, and animal exhibits. Plus, the fair features carnival rides and nightly grandstand events such as rodeos and a monster truck show. See the website for a complete schedule and for coupons. 248.634.8830 http://www.oakfair.org Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 9am-11pm Cost: Parking $10 |
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| Fairs & Festivals 513408 | Art in the ParkWarren's 29th annual art fair features fine arts, entertainment, a children's tent, and food vendors. 586.795.5471 http://www.warrenfinearts.com Ongoing Daily 7/11/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Free admission |
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| Films 515524 | Cinema in the StreetClawson closes down Main Street to show Indiana Jones at his best in Raiders of the Lost Ark (PG). 248.435.5299 http://www.downtownclawson.com 7/11/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: Dusk Cost: Free |
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| Films 510410 | Movies in the Moonlight: Marley & Me (PG)The heartwarming story of a family in the making and an extremely neurotic dog is shown on an outdoor screen in the parking lot at the corner of E. Third & Water, one block east of Main. Bring your own chairs and arrive early to secure a spot. The Gymnastics Training Center kicks off the evening with a pre-show tumbling exhibition, and families can visit the Leader Dogs for the Blind booth. 248.656.0060 http://www.Dow... chesterMI.com 7/11/09 Ages: 7-19 Time: 8:30pm; Movie at dusk (@9:15pm) Cost: Free |
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| Films 512679 | Saturdays at the CinemaThe Warren Civic Center Library shows a G-rated movie every Saturday in the story time room. No registration is required. 586.751.0770 http://www.libcoop.net/warren Ongoing Each Sat 6/6/09 - 11/30/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 506642 | Nature's All-You-Can-Eat BuffetFoodies can learn all about the edible plants found in nature, plus take home some recipes. Advance registration is required. 800.477.3178 http://www.metroparks.com 7/11/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: 1pm Cost: $2/person |
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| Nature & Outdoors 518749 | Butterfly FestivalThe Oakwoods Nature Center celebrates the butterfly with crafts for kids, gardening tips, and live butterflies. Advance registration is required. 734.782.3956 http://www.metroparks.com 7/11/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-4pm Cost: $3/person |
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| Nature & Outdoors 518737 | TadpolesChildren can expect stories, crafts, and more at the nature center. This month's theme is eagles. Advance registration is required. 734.782.3956 http://www.metroparks.com 7/11/09 Ages: 2-5 Time: 10am Cost: $4/child |
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| Nature & Outdoors 518740 | Nature NUTS: Do Insects Bug You?Children ages six through 10 can expect stories, crafts, and more during a program at the nature center. Advance registration is required. 734.782.3956 http://www.metroparks.com 7/11/09 Ages: 6-10 Time: 10am Cost: $4/child |
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| Nature & Outdoors 506544 | Muskrat Club - What Say Cray(fish)?Children in kindergarten through third grade are invited to the Marshlands Museum and Nature Center to discover more about the crayfish (aka mudbugs). Advance registration is required. 734.379.5020 http://www.metroparks.com 7/11/09 Ages: 5-10 Time: 10:30am Cost: $2/child |
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| Nature & Outdoors 518425 | Hike by Bike - LighthousesVisitors can bring bikes for a guided ride around Belle Isle. 313.852.4056 Ongoing Daily 7/11/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: 12n Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 518089 | The Fireflies of JulyIt's summer and the fireflies are out! Kids can learn about nature's light makers, play flashlight games, eat snacks, and seek out fireflies at the Environmental Discovery Center. Advance registration is required. 248.625.6640 http://www.metroparks.com 7/11/09 Ages: 6-19 Time: 8:30pm Cost: $3/person |
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| Nature & Outdoors 518804 | Bug Hunt for ToddlersLittle ones can go on a bug hunt at Hudson Mills Metropark. Advance registration is required. 734.426.8211 http://www.metroparks.com 7/11/09 Ages: 1-5 Time: 11am Cost: $2/child |
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| Nature & Outdoors 504120 | Kite CraftingKids can design their own kite and test it for flight. Advance registration is required. 734.782.3956 http://www.metroparks.com Ongoing Daily 6/27/09 - 7/27/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: 10am Cost: $3/person |
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| Nature & Outdoors 504121 | Michigan SnakesFind out about the importance of snakes during a program at the nature center. Advance registration is required. 734.782.3956 http://www.metroparks.com Ongoing Daily 6/27/09 - 7/27/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: 1pm Cost: $2/person |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 447336 | Children's Story Time at Nicola's BooksAn experienced teller spins yarns every Saturday for children ages seven and younger. 734.662.0600 http://www.nicolasbooks.com Ongoing Each Sat 4/18/09 - 12/25/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-7 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 376638 | Storytime at Dearborn BordersFamilies are invited for stories and crafts every Saturday. 313.271.4441 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Each Sat 1/14/06 - 4/30/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-10 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 376478 | Storytime at Canton BordersKids can join Mrs. Debbie each Saturday for a storytime and games. 734.844.2090 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Each Sat 9/20/08 - 9/20/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-10 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 376568 | Storytime at Borders in NoviThe store offers a weekly storytime on Saturdays. 248.347.0780 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Each Sat 9/20/08 - 9/20/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-10 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 376577 | Storytime at Downtown Ann Arbor BordersThe book store invites kids for stories every Sunday on a different theme each week. 734.668.7652 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Daily 9/21/08 - 9/21/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-10 Time: 1pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 376454 | Birmingham Borders StorytimeThe Birmingham Borders invites kids each Wednesday for a themed storytime. 248.203.0005 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Each Sat 4/4/09 - 9/24/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-6 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 198020 | Children's Story Hour at BordersFamilies can enjoy story hour at the Borders in Oakland Mall every Saturdy morning. Advance registration is not required. 248.585.6029 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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