Detroit Events July 30, 2009
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| Concerts 524119 | Carl Cafagna & North Star JazzMusic fills the air in front of Troy's Columbia Center during the Jazz on the Corridor concert series. Concertgoers should bring lawn chairs or blankets. http://www.troymi.gov 7/30/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 522512 | Concerts in the Park: Dr. PocketRelax along the banks of the Huron River as Dr. Pocket kicks it up with high energy R&B during the Concerts in the Park series at Milford' Central Park. http://www.villageofmilford.org 7/30/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 500393 | Spicy Latin Night: Tumbao SalsaConcert goers can listen to the Latin rhythms of Tumbao Salsa, plus learn a few dance moves as professional salsa dancers lead the audience through some basic moves. Crafts and activities for kids are also available. The Thusdays Concerts in the Park series is free, but non-residents must pay a $5 park entry fee; Novi residents get in free. 248.347.0473 http://www.cityofnovi.org 7/30/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 504368 | Music on the Plaza 2009Families can make a jazzy getaway to The Village Plaza every Thursday to hear some of the best jazz artists n southeast Michigan perform. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs are welcome. http://www.thevillagegp.com Ongoing Each Thu 6/4/09 - 8/6/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm 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 516039 | Heart of the Hills Barbershop ChorusFamilies can listen to the music of the Heart of the Hills Barbershop Chorus as it strolls along the Village Main Street. 248.375.9451 http://www.vil... esterhills.com 7/30/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 499950 | Grievous AngelFarmington's summer concert series at the amphitheater in Heritage Park continues with the folks and blues sounds of Grievous Angel. Families can bring blankets, lawn chairs, or picnics. In case of rain, concerts are held at the Costick Activities Center. 248.473.1857 http://www.ci.... on-hills.mi.us 7/30/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 521203 | Grievous AngelVisitors can bring blankets or folding chairs and gather on the lawn around Heritage Park's amphitheater for a free summer concert featuring folk group Grievous Angel. 734.394.5460 http://www.leisure.canton-mi.org 7/30/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:30pm-9pm 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 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 522484 | Sterlingfest Art & Jazz FairIn addition to nightly concerts, Sterlingfest Art & Jazz Fair attractions include a juried arts and crafts fair, continuous entertainment throughout the day, food from local restaurants, a family midway, and a Kidzfest Tent featuring clowns, magicians, puppets, live music, and more. A shuttle bus service is available for $1 per way. 586.446.2489 http://www.sterling-heights.net Ongoing Daily 7/30/09 - 8/1/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-11pm Cost: Free |
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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 519561 | Read a Book, Meet a HorseChildren can visit an animal, read a book, make a craft, and enjoy a snack at the Farm Center. Advance registration is required. 586.752.5932 http://www.metroparks.com 7/30/09 Ages: 2-12 Time: 11am & 1pm Cost: $5 |
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| Films 504954 | Mall Cop (PG)Families can bring their lawn chairs and blankets to catch a free outdoor flick at City Square. 586.268.8400 http://www.cityofwarren.org 7/30/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: 8pm 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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| Films 523454 | Annie (G)The 1982 classic musical starring Carol Burnett, Albert Finney, and Aileen Quinn plays at the Penn Theatre. 734.453.0870 http://www.penntheatre.com 7/30/09 Ages: 3-19 Time: 1pm & 7pm Cost: $3 |
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| Library Programs 507922 | Animation AnticsTeens who live or attend school in Southfield or Lathrup Village can be inspired by one of Tim Burton's stop motion animation films to create a figure of their own. 248.796.4200 http://www.sfdlib.org 7/30/09 Ages: 12-18 Time: 1pm-4pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 518601 | Meet the Nature Center AnimalsKids are invited to meet the nature center's animals up close, get a picture taken with one, and then take a walk on the nature trail. Advance registration is required. 586.463.4332 http://www.metroparks.com 7/30/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: 1pm Cost: $2/child |
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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 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 524113 | Story Time Under the Story TreeBring a blanket and some snacks and settle back to listen to tales read under the story tree. 248.524.3570 http://www.troymi.gov/museum Ongoing Each Tue, Thu 6/23/09 - 8/27/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-5 Time: 11:30am Cost: Free with museum admission |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 111935 | Toddler TimeA lapsit program including stories, songs, and more for children ages two to three and a parent or caregiver. Advance registration is required. 248.546.2504 http://www.ferndale.lib.mi.us Ongoing Each Mon, Thu 2/9/06 - 2/9/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-3 Time: 11:15am Cost: Free |
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