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Detroit Events July 18, 2009

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CategoryEvent DescriptionLocation
Concerts
507010

HAP Summer Sounds


Live 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

The Mall at Partridge Creek

17420 Hall Road
Clinton Township, MI48038


Concerts
518409

Satin Sounds


Families can gather at the park's Thomas S. Welsh Activity Center to hear and dance to big band and ballroom music from the Satin Sounds.
800.477.3172
http://www.metroparks.com
7/18/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 6:30pm-10pm
Cost: Free with park admission

Metro Beach Metropark

31300 Metropolitan Parkway
Mount Clemens, MI48046


Exhibits
493601

Dinosauria


Animatronic 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

The Detroit Zoo

8450 West 10 Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI48067


Exhibits
422655

In the Presence of Lincoln


The 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

Plymouth Historical Museum

155 South Main Street
Plymouth, MI48170


Exhibits
412631

Star Trek: The Exhibition


Families 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

The Detroit Science Center

5020 John R Street
Detroit, MI48201


Exhibits
518574

Hatching the Past


Visitors 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

Cranbrook Institute of Science

39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, MI48303


Exhibits
491822

Rock Stars' Cars & Guitars 2


Visitors 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

The Henry Ford Museum

20900 Oakwood Boulevard
Dearborn, MI48124


Fairs & Festivals
518887

Farmington Art on the Grand


A 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

Downtown Farmington

Farmington Road and Grand River Avenue
Farmington, MI48335


Fairs & Festivals
521108

Farmington Area Founders Festival


Started 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

Riley Park

33113 Grand River Avenue
Farmington, MI48336


Fairs & Festivals
519195

Ann Arbor Street Art Fair


Celebrate 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

Ingalls Mall

915 East Washington Street
Ann Arbor, MI48109


Fairs & Festivals
519557

Lavender Festival


The 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

Wolcott Mill Metropark

63841 Wolcott Road
Ray, MI48096


Fairs & Festivals
516057

Ragtime Street Fair


Visitors to Greenfield Village can experience the sounds of Ragtime through live performances, games, and authentic food of the early 20th century. At the end of each day, a Dixieland jazz parade weaves through the Village Green and down Main Street.
313.982.6001
http://www.thehenryford.org
Ongoing Daily 7/18/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 9:30am-9pm; Sun 9:30am-5pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

Greenfield Village

20900 Oakwood Boulevard
Dearborn, MI48124


Fairs & Festivals
507507

Concert of Colors


The Concert of Colors is metro Detroit's annual world music festival, bringing together diverse communities and ethnic groups. Admission is free to all performances on three stages (two indoors, one outdoors). The festivities also include ethnic food booths, multicultural arts and crafts vendors, and a children's activity area. Visit the website for a full lineup.
313.624.0200
http://www.concertofcolors.com
Ongoing Daily 7/18/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 4pm-11pm; Sun 3pm-10pm
Cost: Free admission

Max M. Fisher Music Center

3711 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI48201


Farms & Gardens
500259

MSU Tollgate Gardens Open House


Families can tour the more than 20 gardens located at the MSU Tollgate Education Center, plus MSU Master Gardeners are on hand to answer gardening questions, and quilts created by local artists are on display throughout the gardens. Refreshments are served. Call 248.347.3860 x251 for more information.
248.347.3860
http://www.tollgate.msu.edu
7/18/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-3pm
Cost: Free

Tollgate Education Center

28115 Meadowbrook Road
Novi, MI48377


Farms & Gardens
519531

Make a Broom


Kids can join the Historic Center's staff in learning the history of brooms and creating a broom to take home. Advance registration and pre-payment are required.
800.477.3175
http://www.metroparks.com
7/18/09

Ages: 12-19
Time: 2pm
Cost: $8

Wolcott Mill Metropark

63841 Wolcott Road
Ray, MI48096


Films
510412

Movies in the Moonlight: Madagascar 2 (PG)


The hit animated sequel 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. A live animal pre-show is scheduled, and The Assistance League hosts a booth with information on their organization.
248.656.0060
http://www.Dow... chesterMI.com
7/18/09

Ages: 5-18
Time: 8:30pm; Movie at dusk (@9:15pm)
Cost: Free

Downtown Rochester

308 Main Street
Rochester, MI48307


Films
512679

Saturdays at the Cinema


The 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

Warren Civic Center Library

1 City SquareSuite 100
Warren, MI48093


Films
518397

Movies in the Park


Bring a chair or blanket and catch a movie at Lake Erie Metropark. Call for movie information.
800.477.3189
http://www.metroparks.com
7/18/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: Dusk
Cost: Free with park admission

Lake Erie Metropark

32481 West Jefferson Avenue
Rockwood, MI48173


Nature & Outdoors
506648

Dissecting Owl Pellets


Future biologists can learn what was on the menu of stealthy night creatures by dissecting owl pellets. Advance registration is required.
800.477.3178
http://www.metroparks.com
7/18/09

Ages: 5-19
Time: 1pm
Cost: $2/person

Kensington Metropark

2240 W. Buno Road
Milford, MI48380


Nature & Outdoors
518755

Critter Crafts for Kids


Kids can come to the nature center and make some critter-themed crafts. Advance registration is required.
734.782.3956
http://www.metroparks.com
7/18/09

Ages: 3-10
Time: 1pm
Cost: $3/child

Oakwoods Metropark

17845 Savage Road
Belleville, MI48111


Nature & Outdoors
518583

Star Gazing Paddle on Argo Pond


Bring a flashlight and let the stars help guide your boat down the two-mile Argo Pond section of the Huron River. Each boat is provided with a star chart. No advance registration is necessary.
734.794.6241
http://www.a2gov.org/canoe
7/18/09

Ages: 5-19
Time: 8am-11pm
Cost: $18/boat

Argo Canoe Livery

1055 Longshore Drive
Ann Arbor, MI48109


Nature & Outdoors
518091

Composting with Worms


Families can learn the basics of vermiculture (composting with worms), make a worm bin, get some red worms, and learn how to keep them fed. All materials are included; advance registration is required. Workshop takes place at the Environmental Discovery Center.
248.625.6640
http://www.metroparks.com
7/18/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 1:30pm
Cost: $17/family

Indian Springs Metropark

5200 Indian Trail Road
White Lake, MI48386


Nature & Outdoors
504120

Kite Crafting


Kids 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

Oakwoods Metropark

17845 Savage Road
Belleville, MI48111


Nature & Outdoors
504121

Michigan Snakes


Find 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

Oakwoods Metropark

17845 Savage Road
Belleville, MI48111


Ongoing Storytimes
447336

Children's Story Time at Nicola's Books


An 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

Nicola's Books

Westgate Shopping Center2513 Jackson Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI48103


Ongoing Storytimes
376577

Storytime at Downtown Ann Arbor Borders


The 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

Borders

612 East Liberty
Ann Arbor, MI48104


Ongoing Storytimes
376454

Birmingham Borders Storytime


The 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

Borders

34300 Woodward Avenue
Birmingham, MI48009


Ongoing Storytimes
376638

Storytime at Dearborn Borders


Families 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

Borders

5601 Mercury Drive
Dearborn, MI48126


Ongoing Storytimes
376568

Storytime at Borders in Novi


The 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

Borders

43075 Crescent Boulevard
Novi, MI48375


Ongoing Storytimes
376478

Storytime at Canton Borders


Kids 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

Borders

43435 Ford Road
Canton, MI48187


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