Detroit Events July 29, 2009
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| Concerts 512727 | The Paisley FoggThe Paisley Fogg performs folk rock and pop tunes for Birmingham's summer concert series. In case of bad weather, concerts may be relocated to the Seaholm High School auditorium. 248.530.1650 http://www.bha... summerconcerts 7/29/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 502145 | Concerts in the Park - bugs Beddow bandWest Bloomfield sponsors summer concerts in Drake Sports Park. Family activities begin at 6pm, and the rhythm and blues of the bug Beddow band follows. 248.451.1901 http://www.wes... fieldparks.org 7/29/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Activities 6pm; Concert 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 512743 | Gazebo Concert Series - Motor City Side StrokersThe Motor City Side Strokers play Depression-era scores, plus their original folk material at Children's Park in downtown Lake Orion. http://www.downtownlakeorion.org 7/29/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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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 519235 | Devin Scillian & Arizona SonFamilies can bring picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs and enjoy an outdoor concert on the War Memorial's grounds by country and folk music artists Devin Scillian & Arizona Son. Food is available for purchase. 313.881.7511 http://www.warmemorial.org 7/29/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Gates open 6pm; Concert 7:30pm Cost: Adults $8; Children (10 & under) $4 or free with a paying adult |
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| Concerts 512352 | Jill JackThe Wild Summer Nights concert series presents the rockin' folk sound of Jill Jack at the Zoo's main picnic grove. Concert goers are invited to bring a blanket and pack a picnic. Food, snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks can be purchased from the zoo's concessions. 248.541.5717 http://www.detroitzoo.org 7/29/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm-8pm 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 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 523541 | Buy Michigan NowBuy Michigan Now features vendor markets, workshops, entertainment, and more to encourage consumers to select and use Michigan-made products and services. See the website for a complete schedule of activities. 248.449.9950 http://www.dow... northville.org Ongoing Daily 7/27/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Cost: Free |
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| Farms & Gardens 519554 | Hello DollyUse old techniques to make vintage dolls from the late 1800s and early 1900s. Participants should have basic sewing skills. Advance registration and pre-payment are required. 800.477.3175 http://www.metroparks.com 7/29/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: 1pm Cost: $2/doll or $10/all six dolls |
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| Films 512664 | Tale of DespereauxFamilies can enjoy the Despereaux (G) based on Kate DiCamillo's book. Snacks are provided. Advance registration is requested. 248.246.3725 http://www.ropl.org 7/29/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 500702 | Shrek the Third (PG)Select Goodrich Quality Theaters offer family movies Mon-Fri throughout the summer for just a $1. This week's feature is Shrek the Third. See website for additional locations. 734.844.3456 http://www.gqti.com Ongoing Weekdays 7/27/09 - 7/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: 10:30am Cost: $1 |
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| Library Programs 512691 | Family Towel Folding FunKids (and adults) can learn how to make those cool little animals just like cruise ship staffs make. Participants should bring their own towels. Light refreshments are served. Advance registration is required. 586.751.0770 http://www.libcoop.net/warren 7/29/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 504119 | Wednesday Night Summer SeriesPark interpreters present a program on a different natural topic each Wednesday evening throughout the summer. Advance registration is required. 734.782.3956 http://www.metroparks.com Ongoing Each Wed 6/17/09 - 8/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: $3/person |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 433031 | From Manna to Matzah BallsShalom Street's interactive exhibit allows children and adults to play with their food (or even take a nap on a corned beef couch!) as they taste, cook, make crafts, and explore Jewish comfort foods. 877.SHALOM.3 http://www.shalomstreet.org Ongoing Daily except Fri, Sat 2/22/09 - 8/16/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: 1pm-5pm Cost: $5/person; $18/family |
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| Ongoing Library Programs 512680 | Wonderful WednesdaysStop by the Warren Civic Center Library for a craft and scavenger hunt. No registration is required. 586.751.0770 http://www.libcoop.net/warren Ongoing Each Wed 6/17/09 - 7/29/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: 12n-7:45pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 576439 | Whimsical WednesdaysKids are invited to the Plymouth Historical Museum for a storytime. After each book reading, participants can tour the museum. 734.455.8940 http://www.plymouthhistory.org Ongoing Each Wed 7/29/09 - 8/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 1:30pm Cost: Adults $5; Children (5-17) $2; Families $10 |
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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 516030 | Books, Buddies & BlanketsFamilies can bring lawn chairs and blankets and listen to a different storytime each week in Festival Park. 248.375.9451 http://www.vil... esterhills.com Ongoing Each Wed 6/19/09 - 8/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-10 Time: 11am-11:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 111936 | Pre-School StorytimeA library storytime program for children ages 3 1/2 to 5 years. Advance registration required. 248.546.2504 http://www.ferndale.lib.mi.us Ongoing Each Tue, Wed 2/9/06 - 2/9/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-5 Time: Tue 11:15am & Wed 6:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 108058 | Storytime at Taylor BordersStories and activities. Ongoing each Wed; check with location for exceptions. 734.374.5345 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 107985 | Preschool StorytimeStories, songs, and fingerplays for children ages three to five. Advance registration required. 586.226.5000 http://www.cmpl.org Ongoing Each Tue, Wed 1/13/06 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue 2pm; Wed 11am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 107987 | Family Story TimeFamilies gather for stories, songs, and fingerplays. Advance registration required. 586.226.5000 http://www.cmpl.org Ongoing Each Wed 3/8/06 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm Cost: Free |
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