Detroit Events July 3, 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 516031 | Justine BlazerLive 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 7/3/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 499833 | Fifty Amp FuseFamilies 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, Fifty Amp Fuse rocks it out at Kellogg Park. 734.455.1453 http://www.downtownplymouth.org 7/3/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 499704 | Randy Brock GroupAs 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 the blues sounds of Detroit by the Randy Brock Group. 248.349.7640 http://www.northville.org 7/3/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 490174 | Freedom's SistersThe traveling exhibit Freedom's Sisters at the Charles H. Wright honors and tells the stories of 20 exceptional African American women - ranging from Harriet Tubman to Rosa Parks and Shirley Chisholm - through historical simulations and interactive displays. 313.494.5823 http://www.maah-detroit.org Ongoing Daily 4/25/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: Unknown Time: During regular museum hours Cost: Free with museum 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 509818 | Westland Summer FestivalThe annual festival opens with a city parade along Ford Road at 6pm on July 1 and ends with a spectacular fireworks display on July 5 at 10:15pm. The festival, located behind City Hall, is family oriented with various children and adult events, including a petting farm, carnival rides, and games for all ages. Families can also enjoy Robinsons Racing Pigs, a arge arts and crafts show, various food concessions, and live entertainment nightly. 734.335.7943 http://www.westlandfestival.org Ongoing Daily 7/1/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Wed 5pm; Thu 4pm; Fri-Sun 12n Cost: Free admission |
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| Fairs & Festivals 507125 | Ann Arbor Summer FestivalAnn Arbor's Top of the Park - part of the Ann Arbor Summer Festival - features more than three weeks of free musical performances, activities, exhibitions, parties, films, and even a KidZone. Plus, the festival includes an indoor, ticketed Mainstage series showcasing great musical, dance, comedy, and theatrical performances. Head to the website to view a full schedule of events or to purchase tickets. 734.994.5999 http://www.ann... erfestival.org Ongoing Daily 6/12/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Cost: Top of the Park free; Mainstage tickets vary |
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| Fairs & Festivals 509822 | Comerica CityFestComerica Cityfest brings loads of food and entertainment to Detroit's New Center area with its free national and local talent on four stages plus more than 40 Michigan restaurants selling "tastes" of their specialties. Other activities include free stage shows, a Tot Lot, and a marketplace of unique Detroit products and memorabilia. The festival takes place on West Grand Boulevard between Woodward Avenue and the Lodge Freeway (M-10). Families with strollers might find it easier to move through the festival earlier in the day. Check the website for a full schedule of events. 313.927.2700 http://www.comericacityfest.com Ongoing Daily 7/1/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Wed-Sat 11:30am-11pm; Sun 11:30am-8pm Cost: Free; Taste tickets $10 for 16 tickets |
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| Films 500698 | Flushed Away (PG)Select Goodrich Quality Theaters offer family movies Mon-Fri throughout the summer for just a $1. This week's feature is Flushed Away. See website for additional locations. 734.844.3456 http://www.gqti.com Ongoing Weekdays 6/29/09 - 7/3/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: 10:30am Cost: $1 |
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| Holiday Seasonal 514504 | Allen Park DaysThe city celebrates the 64th annual Allen Park Days with a carnival, live entertainment, and a fireworks display Sunday at dusk. 313.928.1400 http://www.cityofallenpark.org Ongoing Daily 7/1/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Cost: Free admission |
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| Holiday Seasonal 512295 | Fireworks in the ParkOakland County's Addison Oaks Park shoots off fireworks at dusk. 248.693.2432 http://www.des... ionoakland.com 7/3/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Dusk Cost: Free with park entry fee |
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| Holiday Seasonal 512383 | Fireworks at Lake Erie MetroparkThe Teen Angels perform before fireworks light the sky at dusk at Lake Erie Metropark. 800.477.3189 http://www.metroparks.com 7/3/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-9pm Cost: Free with vehicle entry fee |
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| Holiday Seasonal 512382 | Fireworks at Hudson MillsBilly Mack and the Juke Joint Johnnies perform before fireworks begin at 10pm. 734.426.8211 http://www.metroparks.com 7/3/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-11pm Cost: Free with vehicle entry fee |
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| Holiday Seasonal 508022 | Salute to AmericaThe Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs rousing American musical favorites in celebration of Independence Day, capped off by Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture accompanied by cannon fire and fireworks. There's pre-concert entertainment, as well as kids' activities including 19th-century lawn games and a special visit from members of Greenfield Village's historic baseball teams. The event features lawn seating; families are welcomed to bring a blanket and a picnic meal. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Purchase tickets in advance through the website. VIP passes allow admission into VIP seating with chairs and parking in Eagle Tavern parking lot. Parking is $5. GoCityKids tip: The event area is quite dark after the fireworks conclude, so bring a flashlight to help pack up and safely move 'em out! 313.982.6001 http://www.thehenryford.org Ongoing Daily 7/1/09 - 7/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-10pm Cost: Adults $19-$27; Children (ages 5-12) $12-17.50, (4 & under) free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 506641 | Beasts on the BeachVisitors to Kensington can learn more about snakes and turtles during a drop-by program on Martindale Beach. 800.477.3178 http://www.metroparks.com Ongoing Daily 7/3/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Cost: Free with park vehicle entry fee |
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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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