Friday, September 05, 2008
St. Mary Mercy Hospital Livonia programs for Seniors (Health and Safety)
St. Mary's along with AARP presents AARP Safe Driving on Monday, March 3rd and Tuesday, March 4 from 12:30 - 4:30 pm at their location. Registration and attendance at both sessions required. No walk ins. There is a $10 fee. Register at www.stmarymercy.orgAlso, March 5th 1-3 pm enjoy "Building Mental Muscle". Keep your brain cells from deteriorating from disuse. For information www.stmarymercy.org.
Donate to the National Kidney Foundation (Charity Fundraiser)
Want to get ride of your old car and possibly receive a tax deduction? Donate your vehicle to the national Kidney Foundation of Michigan. For information call 1.800.488.CARS. That's 800.488.CARS or visit www.NKFM.org.
The Day Everything Went Wrong, by Malcolm Tulip (Theatre performance)
Location: The Performance Network Theatre
The Day Everything Went Wrong, by Malcolm Tulip. From the star of Amadeus and I am My Own Wife, comes an original play conceived, directed by and starring this tour-de-force performer. Malcolm will use his signature style from the famed French school of Jacques LeCoq to craft an uproarious evening of clown-based theatre. Combing physical comedy with innovation, it is sure to be a wild ride you will truly enjoy. Featuring Malcolm Tulip, Brendan McMahon, Laurel Hufano and original music by Frank Pahl.
Share a Smile with Style Event (Charity Fundraiser)
Enjoy an afternoon of fashion, beauty and delights presented by Flagstar Bank. Enjoy a fashion show, gourmet treats, mini spa, health & Fitness tips, beauty consultants, boutique shopping and live and silent auction. The event is Sat, May 17th at the Royal Oak Music Theatre from 1-6 pm. General admission is $50. VIP tickets $100. For tickets visit www.tickets.com or call 248.399.2980. All proceeds benefit Share a Smile that provides relief to people in crisis. Find out more about them at www.shareasmile.org.
Tiger Stadium Memorabilia On Sale Now (Antiques & Collectibles)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
The Detroit Historical Society has an assortment of authentic items mined from Tiger Stadium. Bring in a ticket stub from any game at Comerica Park this season and recieve 50% off your total purchase.
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Cass Tech High School Class of '58 Reunion (class reunions)
Cass Tech High Class of 1958 Big 50 Year Reunion will be held on Sat, Oct. 11, 2008. Make plans now to attend. For details check online at casstech58.com or call Isabelle at 313.882.4626.
Online Museum Store (Antiques & Collectibles)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
If you didn't have time to shop the Museum Store during your last visit to the Detroit Historical Museum or Dossin Great Lakes Museum, you’re in luck. Now, you can buy a piece of history online. The Detroit Historical Society is pleased to announce the opening of its new online Museum Store at www.detroithistorical.org. The store features a larger selection of items, including the following:· Local history books from Arcadia Publishing;· Seatbacks and other items recently acquired from Tiger Stadium;· Detroit Historical Museum and Dossin Great Lakes Museum logo merchandise;· 30 Great Lakes and lighthouse-themed prints from Michigan artist Randall Higdon.
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Roseville High School Class of 1963 (45th reunion)
Time: 12:00 AM to 11:55 PM
Location: Sunnybrooklanes/17 MI.Sterling HTS.
cost $40.00 PER PERSON BUFFET DINNER.Dress informal. Golf outing sat morning 9-20-08 ,Farewell breakfast Sun 9-21 2008.DEADLINE August 1,2008 Contact Andrea Regan at 586-979-3316 or John Delong at 586-254-9690 or website www.wideopenwest.com/~jdelong/rhs63
Detroit’s Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center hosts a free monthly educational seminar that is open to the public. (Health and Safety)
WHAT: Detroit’s Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center hosts a free monthly educational seminar that is open to the public. WHEN: July 15, 2008 (and the 3rd Tuesday of every month) 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center of Detroit5877 Livernois, Suite 105 Troy, Michigan 48098 DETAILS: Please call Detroit’s Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center at (866) 443-4276 or visit www.fibroandfatigue.com for more information.WHO: The Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers (FFC) are dedicated to treating patients suffering from conditions known as fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. It is through a holistic, integrated and comprehensive approach to the treatment of underlying physiological factors that differentiates the FFC’s approach and ultimate patient success. It is the FFC’s goal to develop individualized and sustaining regimens that lead to a significant change for positive patient outcomes.Founded and based on the outcomes of Dr. Kent Holtorf, a chronic fatigue patient and practitioner specializing in fibromyalgia (FM) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) patients, the FFC brings these medically proven protocols to patients nationwide. Founder and Chairman of the Board, Bob Baurys, established the FFC after he found relief from his five year struggle with FM symptoms with Dr. Holtorf's treatments. Using a six step approach, physicians work with patients to create a treatment protocol that is unique to each patient.Centers are currently open in Atlanta, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Ft. Worth, Las Vegas, Norwalk, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Portland and Seattle. Out of town packages are available for all FFC locations to accommodate the special needs of patients not living near one of our current locations. To learn more about the FFC nearest you call toll free 1-866-443-4276.###
Daughters of the American Revolution (Exhibits)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
Daughters of the American Revolution, open through November 2, 2008, celebrates America’s journey to independence and the contributions of our patriot ancestors. Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, a service organization, are direct descendents of Revolutionary War soldiers and patriots. Since its founding on January 19, 1893, the Louisa St. Clair Chapter has served the Detroit metropolitan community with patriotic, educational, conservation and historic preservation projects. A total of 147 of the chapter’s current members worked to make this new exhibit a reality at the Detroit Historical Museum. The John Paul Jones Society, Children of the American Revolution, sponsored by the Louisa St. Clair Chapter since 1897, also has an exhibit within the DAR exhibit where visitors will see World War II-era Army items, a school desk and a Girl Scout uniform from that era.
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Red Cross Blood Donors Needed to Help Save Lives (Charity)
Time: 12:00 AMLocation: Southeast Michigan--Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, St. Clair and Washtenaw Counties
All blood donors, particularly Type O-negative blood donors, are encouraged to make an appointment and donate now. If you are unsure of your blood type, this is the perfect time to find out; the Red Cross will advise you of your blood type after your first donation.<br><br>Walk-ins are available and appointments can be made by calling 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. To donate blood, one must be 17 or older, weigh 110 pounds or more and be in general good health.
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Detroit Historical Museum Marks Its Summer Recess (Exhibits)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum
The Detroit Historical Museum will close to the public at the end of the day Sunday, August 24th for a three-week summer recess. The Detroit Historical Society will install four new exhibitions before the Museum opens again to the public with “dollar days” the weekend of September 13th and 14th.
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Vista Maria of Dearborn Heights, MI looking for alumnae (class reunions)
VISTA MARIA IS CELEBRATING 125 YEARS. REUNITE TO SHARE STORIES OF SUCCESS AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO EMPOWER FUTURE GENERATIONS.BUILD YOUR LEGACY OF HOPE. RECONNECT WITH VISTA MARIA NOW. CALL 313-271-3050 EXT. 182 OR VISIT WWW.VISTAMARIA.ORG
Duffy Adams Run and Walk for Autism (Charity Fundraiser)
Judson Center gives parents of children with autism the resources, education and support necessary to regain hope for their child's future.”“Join them Sunday, September 13 for the Duffey Adams Run and Walk for Autism at Kensington Metro Park in Milford. Whether you are an avid runner or you walk for fun, come out and help us raise money for autism.”“Register online at www.active.com. For details, call 248-288-3711 or visit www.judsoncenter.org.”
Free Blood Pressure Screenings (Health)
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Northwest Activities Center
According to the Centers for Disease Control, 90 percent of adults will develop high blood pressure in their lifetime. This “silent killer” has no warning signs, and gone untreated, it can lead to heart attack, stroke and kidney failure. Now, Metro Detroiters can take charge of their health and participate in a quick, accurate and free screening right in their own backyard.Detroit’s Northwest Activities Center will be home to free weekly blood pressure screenings, provided by the healthcare professionals of Quality Home Health Care Services of Michigan. As of July 21, screenings will be provided every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No appointment is necessary, and all are welcome.For more information, please call toll free at 866-270-2558.
Free Healthcare for the Uninsured (Health)
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: 8045 Second Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202
The Dr. Albert B. Cleage, Sr. Memorial Health Center offers FREE HEALTHCARE TO UNINSURED DETROIT RESIDENTS FOUR DAYS A WEEK!
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SEPTEMBERFEST 2007 (Festivals)
Time: 12:00 PM to 11:15 PM
Location: Warren
Location: St. Louise de Marillac Parish 2500 Twelve Mile Road Warren MI 48092 Phone: (586) 751-3340FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH ~ 5PM TO 11PMSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH ~ NOON TO 11PMSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH ~ 1PM TO 7:30PMBINGOJACKPOT50/50 ON THE HOURFLEA MARKETBAKE SHOPPEVEGAS / TEXAS HOLD 'EM ALL THREE DAYSCHILDREN'S GAMES / INFLATABLE RIDESCOUNTRY STORERAFFLESDOLL BOOTHPOLISH-LOWICZ DANCERS ~ 3pm SATURDAYBATTLE OF THE BANDSMUSIC AND DANCING (WOODEN FLOOR)FRIDAY NIGHT 7pm - 11pm ~ SOUL PROVIDER SATURDAY 1pm - 5pm ~ EDDIE ADAMIC BIG DADDY LACKOWSKI and his LA-DEE-DA'S6PM - 11PMSUNDAY 2pm - 7pm ~ THE COACHMEN
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Extraordinary Women Conference (Conference)
Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: Bethesda Christian Church, 14000 Metropolitan Pkwy, Sterling Heights
Featuring Chonda Pierce, Carol Kent, Thelma Wells, Karen Kingsbury, Angela Thomas and Charles Billingsleywith musical guests Avalon and Denver & The Mile High Orchestra. Early Bird Special through September 26. Register for only $49.00 per person for individuals and $39.00 per person for groups of 10 or more. The price will increase $10 beginning on September 27th! Be sure to register early for the special savings! For more information visit www.ewomen.net or call 1-800-526-8673.
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