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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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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.

WLC Class of 1978 Reunion (class reunions)

Walled Lake Central Class of '78 is hosting a 30th class reunion on July 26th, 2008 at 59-West, Highland. For further information contact wlc78@comcast.net or Roger Houston at dhousto@msn.com or 248.698.2475.

Be a Host Family for Exchange Student (Educational)

Give your family the gift of a lifetime. Host families are needed for International Students arriving in August for High School 5 - 10 month stays. Shair their culture, their friendship and learn about another part of the world from a new family member. Students have their own insurance and spending money. Open your heart and home and share the American way of life. For more information call IntoEdventures at 1.800.808.4551.

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.

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.

Relay for Life Event (Charity Fundraiser)

The American Cancer Society hosts Relay for Life a fun-filled event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for research and programs for the ACS. Local events happening so call to donate or get involved at 1.800.ACS.2345 or www.cancer.org.

Flavors of Michigan 2008: Culinary Experience (Charity Fundraiser)

Enjoy this unique fundraiser that brings together 24 of the area's top chefs to offer their signature cuisine to a table of 10 guests in an intimate and exclusive setting at the Ritz Carlton in Dearborn. The event will take place on Mon, June 9th at 6 pm and will benefit the American Liver Foundation-Michigan Chapter. Tickets $200.00 per person. For information www.liverfoundation.org/chapters/michigan or call 248.615.5766.

Komen Race for the Cure (Charity Fundraiser)

Join the Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure May 31st at Comerica Park. Thousands will gather to help save lives and end breast cancer forever. Visit Karmanos.org or call 1.800 Karmanos. 1800.527.6266.

Fundraiser for Diabetes (Charity Fundraiser)

Tyler, is the Youth Ambassador for the Tour de Cure, which is the premier cycling fundraising event for the American Diabetes Association, on June 8 at Island Lake Recreation Area in Brighton. To help raise money for the Tour de Cure, enjoy a bowling fundraiser, euchre tournament and silent auction on April 27 at Wonderland Lanes in Commerce Township. Some of the auction items are signed Jonas Brothers merchandise (Nick Jonas also has Type 1 diabetes), Pistons merchandise, Tiger tickets, restaurant certificates, and more. Here is a link to Team Tyler’s website, if you know anyone interested in supporting the event. http://main.diabetes.org/goto/tylerkramer

Michigan Animal Rescue League "Tail Wagger Two Step Walk and Adoption Event" (Charity Fundraiser)

The Michigan Animal Rescue League will hold its 15th annual "Tail-Wagger Two Step Walk for Animals and Adoption Event" on Sunday, May 18th at Independence Oaks Park from 9 am - 1 pm. Bring your dogs, your friends or just yourself for food, fun and a leisurely walk to raise money for homeless animals. Cats and dogs will be available for adoption. For information call 248.355.9290 or www.michigananimalrescueleague.org.

For the Love of Glass Art Exhibit (Arts and Entertainment)

Celebrating 21 years of exhibiting Fine Art Glass enjoy this event at the Ariana Gallery, 119 S. Main St. in downtown Royal Oak. 248.546.8810 or www.arianagallery.com. The exhibit runs April 25 - May 30, 2008.

Salvation Army Spring Donation Drop Off (Community)
Location: Various, Across Metro Detroit

8 NEW Salvation Army donation drop-off sites at participating Kroger store parking lots now open on weekends. Donations of gently used clothing, household goods and furniture accepted Saturdays and Sundays 9-6, through June at SA mobile donation locations in Macomb Township, Richmond, Troy, Grosse Pointe Farms, and Farmington Hills. See complete list at www.SalArmyThrift.com (select ‘Mobile Donation Locations’). For Listing of SA Donation Centers open daily, year-round, select ‘Store Locations’. Donation receipts available from attendant.

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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.

St. Stanislaus Kostka Polish Festival (Festivals)

St. Stan's Polish Festival is May 23 - 25 at the Wyandotte Church located at 266 Antoine St. Enjoy Great Polish, American and Italian food, entertainment, games, rides and more. For more information call 734.285.9509.

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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Summer of Wonder Raffle (Benefit Fundraiser)
Location: Detroit Historical Museum

The Detroit Historical Society once again is conducting a "Summer of Wonder" raffle featuring prize packages to some of metro Detroit's signature summertime events and attractions. The grand prize is a Buick Open package for four people.

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May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness month (Charity Fundraiser)
Location: www.firstgiving.com/hdawarenessmi

May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness month and I am asking for your support in finding a cure for Huntington’s Disease.*I have set up a secure donation website atwww.firstgiving.com/hdawarenessmiIf you support by check please mail them to: Huntington’s Disease Society of America 505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902New York New York 10018Please make checks payable to HDSA-Michigan ChapterFind more information about Huntington’s Disease at:www.HDSA.orgwww.hdsa-MI.comwww.HDAwareness.com * Huntington disease is a fatal neurodegenerative disorder. It progressively destroys both mind andbody, eventually taking away the ability to speak, walk, and even eat without help and ultimately leads to totalincapacitation and death.HD remains incurable, and there are currently no effective treatments. But hope for a cure hasnever been more real. In 2006 Canadian researchers were able to stop the progression of HD in mice.Many thanks for your support!

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All Trades Softball Tournament (Sports)

Enjoy this weekend tournament May 17th and 18th at Lansing, Michigan Gier Park (North Larch, left at Taco Bell). Games begin at 9 am Saturday and Sunday. Bring the family for a weekend of fun. Concessions available. This event will raise money to fund a research center finding a cure for diabetes. For information call 517.484.8427.

Youth Football/Cheer Coaches Needed (Sports)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Detroit

Midwest Tigers Youth Athletic Association of Southeastern Michigan Pop Warner Football League is screening football coaches, cheer coaches and is looking for a cheer coordinator for 2008 season. Call Walt at 734-637-2671.

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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Photos 11: Landing at MoonWinks (Exhibits)
Time: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: MoonWinks Cafe

"Photo 11: Landing at MoonWinks" is an exhibition of photography by Philip Dattilo, whose 30-year resume lists clients such as the University of Michigan and the University of Chicago and who recently had work accepted into the collections of the Holocaust Memorial Center of Michigan and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History. Credits include Fortune, Business Week and The Wall Street Journal. "Photos 11" is an eclectic selection of Dattilo's work from subject matter as diverse as Europe, Ann Arbor, children and landscapes. To glimpse the larger body of his work, log on: www.philipdattilo.com

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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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Henry Ford 30 th Class Reunion (Reunions)
Time: 5:00 PMLocation: Westin Hotel in Southfield

Dear HFH Classmates:We are elated about the overwhelming response to our 30th Year Class Reunion website. If you have not visited the website yet, you are missing a treat! It is our desire to present the best class reunion ever. Consequently, it is imperative that we get an approximate number of attendees who plan to participate. The reunion committee aims to secure the best location for this “auspicious” occasion. This event promises to be the most memorable weekend to date. Tentative plans include the following:August 1-3 2008At the elegantWestin Hotel Southfield1500 Town CenterSouthfield, Michigan

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Grief Support Group: Adult Loss of a Parent (Grief Support)
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: The Residence of Arbor Hospice

A support group for adults focusing on issues relating to the loss of a parent.Presented by Arbor Hospice.Advanced registration is required; please call 734-794-5177 or e-mail info@arborhospice.org.

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Grief Support Group: General Loss (Grief Support)
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Arbor Hospice, 331 N. Center Street, Northville

A support group for adults coping with a lossPresented by Arbor Hospice.Advanced registration is required; please call 248-348-4980 or e-mail info@arborhospice.org.

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