Detroit Events July 31, 2009
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| Concerts 512391 | Vans Warped Tour '09The annual Vans Warped Tour - a full-day, multi-stage concert event showcasing a range of popular alternative bands - also features demos, booths for non-profit and social organizations, and giveaways. (Note: An air-conditioned "Reverse Day Care" featuring free water is available for parents who wish to avoid the crowds and mosh pits.) Purchase tickets in advance online at or at the door. http://www.warpedtour.com 7/31/09 Ages: 14-19 Time: 11am Cost: $33 |
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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 518405 | Air MargaritavilleJimmy Buffet songs take center stage as the Buffet tribute band Air Margaritaville plays at Eastwood Beach in Stony Creek Metropark. Concertgoers should arrive early for best seating and bring a chair or blanket. Picnic baskets are allowed; food is available for purchase at the park's concessions. 800.477.7756 http://www.metroparks.com 7/31/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:30pm Cost: Free with vehicle entry fee |
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| Concerts 516038 | Lolita's WayLive 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 7/31/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 508214 | DSO - Big Band BashThe Detroit Symphony Orchestra continues its Summer Nights concert series with a Big Band Bash. Order tickets in advance. 313.576.5111 http://www.detroitsymphony.com 7/31/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: 8pm Cost: $15-$30 |
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| Concerts 519209 | Jr. Walker's All-Star BandThe Bud Light Riversight & Sound Concert Series presents the Motown sounds of Jr. Walker's All-Star Band in the final concert of the season. 586.469.4168 http://www.dow... untclemens.com 7/31/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 521119 | Farmington Community BandThe Rhythmz in Riley Park concert series in Farmington features a variety of upbeat, quick-tempo music, including the always popular Farmington Community Band. 248.473.7276 http://www.dow... farmington.org 7/31/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 499913 | Gia WarnerFamilies 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, Gia Warner bring her rock/pop sound to the park. 734.455.1453 http://www.downtownplymouth.org 7/31/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 499709 | Fifty Amp FuseAs 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 Detroit's premier party band - Fifty Amp Fuse. 248.349.7640 http://www.northville.org 7/31/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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| Dance 523444 | Indian Dance WorkshopAll are invited to learn an easy dance style that offers a glimpse into another culture - Indian Social and Recreational Dance. Register in advance or at the door. 248.473.1857 http://www.fhgov.com 7/31/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: Workshop 7pm-8pm; Open dancing 8pm-10:30pm Cost: Adults $15-$20; Students & Seniors $10 |
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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 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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| 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 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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| 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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