Detroit Events July 17, 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 516036 | Rick MatleLive music is performed in the gazebo at the Village of Rochester Hills from May through September as part of the Sounds of Music concert series. 248.375.9451 http://www.vil... esterhills.com 7/17/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 519202 | Bill Haley's CometsThe Bud Light Riversight & Sound Concert Series presents the first band of rock 'n' roll (now led by the original bass and trumpet player Al Rappa), Haley's Comets. 586.469.4168 http://www.dow... untclemens.com 7/17/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 499834 | Steve King & the DittliesFamilies are invited to the heart of downtown Plymouth for free concerts on Fridays as part of the summer Music in the Air series. This week, Steve King & the Dittlies perform rock 'n' roll from the past and present. 734.455.1453 http://www.downtownplymouth.org 7/17/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 499706 | The Kris K BandAs part of Northville's Summer Friday Night Concert Series, families can enjoy evening concerts in the Town Square on Fridays. This week's concert features rock 'n' roll by the Kris K Band. 248.349.7640 http://www.northville.org 7/17/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 515504 | Summer in the City: Paula DoakThe Merry Music Maker, Paula Doak, performs on the steps of Birmingham City Hall. Families are invited to bring blankets and picnic dinners. 248.433.3550 http://www.enjoybirmingham.com 7/17/09 Ages: 0-7 Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm Cost: Free |
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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 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 518887 | Farmington Art on the GrandA family-friendly, interactive fine arts fair, featuring a wide variety of artists from across the country working in numerous media, including paintings, sculpture, fiber, photography, glass, jewelry, ceramics, and more. The event includes children's art activities, face painting, and live performances. 248.473.1848 http://www.fhgov.com Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri 12n-9pm; Sat 10am-9pm; Sun 11am-5pm Cost: Free |
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| Fairs & Festivals 521108 | Farmington Area Founders FestivalStarted to celebrate Farmington as the state's first Quaker settlement, the Founders Festival in downtown Farmington continues to represent the rich cultural heritage of the area. Children's activities abound with the Meijer Go PlayGround featuring Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey clowns and performers, plus inflatables, crafts, interactive theater, and a virtual playground. Crafters from around the country display their wares for sale; vendors offer a wide variety of food and snacks; and several stages are set up for live entertainment for the whole family. 248.477.1199 http://www.foundersfestival.com Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri & Sat 9am-12m; Sun 11am-5pm Cost: Free admission |
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| Fairs & Festivals 519195 | Ann Arbor Street Art FairCelebrate the 50th anniversary of an Ann Arbor original! The fair features 150 juried artists, a continual and eclectic program of music and dance, art workshops, and kids' recycled art activities at the ArtZone on the north end of Ingalls Mall. 734.994.5260 http://www.artfair.org Ongoing Daily 7/15/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Wed-Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 10am-6pm Cost: Free |
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| Fairs & Festivals 519557 | Lavender FestivalThe scent of lavender is in the air at the Wolcott Mill Farm Center during a festival featuring hands-on workshops, free lectures, artist demonstrations, French cooking classes, and vendors. http://www.mic... erfestival.net Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Adults $4; Children (12 & younger) free |
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| Films 500399 | Shark Tale (PG)Families are invited to break out the lawn chairs and blankets and watch a movie under the stars on a huge inflatable screen. Prior to the movie, kids can enjoy games and crafts. A $5 park entry fee applies to all non-residents. 248.347.0473 http://www.cityofnovi.org 7/17/09 Ages: 4-18 Time: 8pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 500700 | Daddy Day Care (PG)Select Goodrich Quality Theaters offer family movies Mon-Fri throughout the summer for just a $1. This week's feature is Daddy Day Care. See website for additional locations. 734.844.3456 http://www.gqti.com Ongoing Weekdays 7/13/09 - 7/17/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: 10:30am Cost: $1 |
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| Films 521221 | Family Campout /Movie NightFamilies are invited to set up their tents around the park's amphitheater and enjoy Journey to the Center of the Earth (PG) at dusk. If you've got a GPS, bring it to find hidden caches. Other activities include inflatables, a climbing wall, and entertainment. Advance reservations are not necessary. 734.394.5460 http://leisure.canton-mi.org 7/17/09 Ages: 3-19 Time: Tent set up 12n; Activities 6pm Cost: Camping $15; Activities and move $5/person |
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| Library Programs 507919 | Chess for ThoughtStudents in third through seventh grades can brush up on their chess skills with instructor Russell Mukes during a drop-in program at the library. Space is limited to the first 24 students. 248.796.4200 http://www.sfdlib.org Ongoing Each Fri 7/10/09 - 8/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-13 Time: 2pm-3:30pm Cost: Free |
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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 Library Programs 507909 | Be Creative CrafternoonElementary-aged children (along with a caregiver) can drop by the library on Fridays for craft making. 248.796.4200 http://www.sfdlib.org Ongoing Each Fri 6/19/09 - 7/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-11 Time: 1pm-4pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 376469 | Storytime at Hall Road Borders in UticaKids are invited every Friday to join Miss Cathy for a special storytime and craft. 586.726.8555 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Each Fri 9/19/08 - 9/19/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-6 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 376609 | Storytime at Arborland BordersKids are invited to stories and a craft at the Arborland Borders. 734.677.6948 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Each Wed, Fri 9/20/08 - 9/20/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-10 Time: Wed 6:30pm; Fri 11am 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 376644 | Storytime at Borders in BrightonThe book store offers stories, sing-alongs, and crafts twice a week. 810.225.1717 http://www.borders.com Ongoing Each Mon, Fri; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-10 Time: Mon 10:30am; Fri 1pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 178781 | Storytime at Rochester Hills BordersMr. Don reads stories to kids inside the Rochester Hills Borders store. Advance registration is not required. 248.652.0558 http://www.bordersstores.com Ages: All Ages Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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