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Sunday, December 06, 2009
Lynn Chadwick: In Contact (Sculpture Exhibition) (Arts and Entertainment)
Location: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Lynn Chadwick (1914-2003) was one of several talented British sculptors who burst upon the international art scene in the late 1950s. He established a critically acclaimed body of work that continued to develop well into the late 20th century. Inspired by the career of Henry Moore, Chadwick’s sculpture displays a fascinating evolution of personal images through powerful series of abstracted human figures, animals, birds and imaginary beasts. This retrospective exhibition, the first in the United States since the artist’s death in 2003, features 43 sculptures and 5 lithographs from the permanent collection of the Phillip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College. Beginning with the highly geometric and strongly linear figures and beasts of the 1950s, this exhibition follows the chronology of the master’s career through to the majestic and sensuous male and female forms of the 1980s.
Henry Moore: Master Printmaker (Arts and Entertainment)
Location: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
The Lillian Heidenberg Gift to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture ParkAlthough celebrated globally as one of the most influential sculptors of the 20th century, Henry Moore (1898 -1986) was also a master draftsman and printmaker. Although he first experimented with printmaking in the 1930s, it became a significant part of his repertoire beginning in the 1960s. This exhibition draws from a collection of 24 master prints recently presented to Meijer Gardens by Lillian Heidenberg, one of Mr. Moore’s primary gallerists. Moore explored many of his major sculptural themes in etchings and lithographs including seated and reclining figures, mother and child, and animals. This exhibition is the premier presentation of work from this important gift to Meijer Gardens.
A Grand Night For Hospice XXII Gala (Charity Fundraiser)
Women's Committee For Hospice Care, Inc. is celebrating its twenty second year of raising awareness and funds for hospice care with their annual black tie extravaganza on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at the Ritz Carlton, Dearborn. This year's Gala is sure to be "A Grand Night Like No Other". This marks the twenty first year that the Ritz Carlton has been in Metro Detroit and the twenty first year of collaborating with WCHC on an event that has been touted as one of the season's premiere social events. Tickets for the event are $300.00 per patron and $500 per benefactor. For information about A Grand Night For Hospice, call Linda Ebert at 248-593-6087, lindaebert@mac.com, or visit the WCHC Web site at www.wchcinc.org. For corporate ticket rates and table reservations, contact Beth Mayry at beth.mayry@nbcuni.com or call 248-542-9194.
A Christmas Celebration (Concerts)
Location: Northville High School
A Christmas Celebration! is the perfect holiday gathering to share with family and friend. BeckRidge chorale is dedicated to keeping the energy and majesty of Christmas alive! Discover for yourself why people return year after year for our Tickets are $13 & 16. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to curtain to allow for a Silent Wreath Auction. Saturday's performance is at 8pm, Sunday's is at 4pm.To order tickets or for more information about this or other performances, visit us on-line at www. beckridgechorale.org
Christmas Carol’d by Charles Dickens, adapted by Joseph Zettelmaier (Theatre performance)
Location: Performance Network Theatre, 120 East Huron Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Christmas Carol’d by Charles Dickens, adapted by Joseph Zettelmaier11/19 - 12/27/09Ebenezer Scrooge is just about the meanest old dude in London. But when three Christmas ghosts pay a spookyvisit, his “humbug” comes back to haunt him. Five actors play over forty roles in this fast-paced, gleefully inventivenew adaptation. A fresh, fun holiday event the whole family can enjoy. Starring John Seibert, directed by DavidWolber.
Annie (Musical theatre)
Location: The Meyer Theater La-Z-Boy Center in Monroe MI
Ticket PricesAdult $18.00Children (12 & under) $15.00Seniors $15.00Dec. 18th 2009 @ 8:00 P.M.Dec. 19th 2009 @ 2:00 P.M.Dec. 19th 2009 @ 8:00 P.M.Dec. 20th 2009 @ 2:00 P.M.
A Christmas Carol: The Musical (Musical theatre)
Location: Athens Auditorium, 4333 John R, Troy
Begin the holiday season with a visit to the theatre. The Athens Theatre Company’s production of A Christmas Carol: The Musical, will get you in the spirit. This musical version of Charles Dickens’s classic tale is set to music composed by Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid).Tickets are on sale now. A Christmas Carol: The Musical will be held in the Athens Auditorium (4333 John R) on December 4 and 5 at 8:01 pm, and December 6 at 3 pm. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for students, and $5 for seniors. Visit www.athenstheatrecompany.com for more details, or call 248.823.2914.
JVS Women to Work Job Help (Job Fairs)
Need a job because you've lost your source of income from divorce, your spouse's unemployment or other reason? The JVS Women to Work program can help. We'll supply the job search services and confidence you need to enter the work force. Call 248.559.5000.
Pancake Breakfast (Benefit Fundraiser)
Time: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Rochester OPC
Christmas Parade Pancake Breakfast December 6th 23rd Annual Benefit BreakfastThe Rochester Hills Kiwanis and America’s PRIDE group will be ready to serve you the morning of the parade from 8 am to 1 pm Sunday Dec 6th at the Older Persons’ Commission (OPC), 650 Letica Drive. All funds raised support young people in the community. Cost is $5 for adults and $2 for children 12 and under. Tickets are available at the door or through a member. Call 248-375-9617
Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World (Holiday Events)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Experience the most magical time of year as Meijer Gardens transforms into a world of winter magic with the glow of 300,000 lights, more than 40 captivating international trees and displays, strolling carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides and more surprises than can fit under the tree. The Gardens Holiday Express train exhibit, a holiday favorite designed by railway garden designer Paul Busse, winds its way through three separate indoor gardens.
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!
KidZone: A Family Experience (Family and Kids)
Time: 10:10 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: New Lothrop Community Life Center, 7406 S. Saginaw St., New Lothrop, MI 48460
Dozens of volunteers will come together October 12 in New Lothrop to create a unique family experience for area communities.Launching Sunday, October 12, at 10:10 a.m., KidZone fuses together music, dance, games and drama for a high-energy experience designed to keep both children and parents engaged—all while teaching key values and morals.KidZone will take place every Sunday from 10:10 a.m. to noon in the New Lothrop Community Life Center, located at 7406 S. Saginaw Street in New Lothrop, MI.For more information, visit http://www.kidzonefamily.com or call 810.638.ZONE.
America's Largest "O" Scale Model Railroad & Historic Railroad Artifacts (Family and Kids)
Time: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Chi-Town Union Station & West Oakland Railroad Museum, 8275 Cooley Lake Road, Commerce MI 48382
AMERICA'S LARGEST "O"" SCALE MODEL RAILROAD The Model Railroad covers 8,300 square feet with more than 7,000 feet of track in operation. Five mainline railroads connect to a huge 12 track passenger station complex that is almost 100 feet long. Two of the railroads along with the passenger station are computer operated. Watch the constant arrivals and departures of beautifully detailed passenger trains. Action on the other three mainlines bring the total to 25 trains running continuously through the Towns, Countryside and Mountains.
Goodwill Industries 12 Days of Christmas (Charity)
Time: 1:10 PM to 2:00 PM
Location: Southeast Michigan
The "12 Days of Christmas" campaign encourages Metro Detroiters to donate new toys for area children whose parents are unemployed and working toward new jobs with help from Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit. Donations will be accepted at all 19 Metro Detroit Caribou Coffee locations from November 27 through December 8. The toys will be available for purchase in Goodwill Industries' "Santa Shop," which offers individuals receiving employment education and training support from Goodwill the opportunity to purchase holiday gifts for their children at highly discounted prices.Anyone donating a new, unwrapped toy to Goodwill Industries at any of Metro Detroit’s 19 Caribou Coffee locations throughout the campaign will receive a coupon for a free small coffee redeemable at any area Caribou Coffee location. Locations in Royal Oak, Troy, Grosse Pointe, Novi, Plymouth, Commerce, Madison Heights, Livonia and Rochester Hills.
Second Annual Pointe Academy Burt Meisel ALS Holiday Benefit (Benefit Fundraiser)
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Oakland University, Varner Hall
A professionally performed dance and music concert, benefiting ALS of Michigan, a non-profit organization. Pre ticket and raffle sales are available. All information can be found at pointeacademy.com. Last years raffle prizes included Red Wings and Piston tickets, Trans Siberian Orchestra w/ suite tickets, fine jewelry, DIA dining package, several restaurant gist certificates, and several store and service gift certificates.
Pinocchio (Theatre performance)
Time: 2:30 PMLocation: Marquis Theatre
A fun musical story of how a puppet becomes a real boy.
Once Upon a Christmas Eve (Concerts)
Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Troy High School
Reporter Katie Current pulled an assignment on Christmas Eve to uncover the facts of the story “Fairytales Exposed” at the Books Zen Books Zen Bookstore. Current’s interviews with quirky characters creates “Once Upon a Christmas Eve,” a lighthearted family show by the 70 members of the Sterling Heights-based Great Lakes Chorus of Sweet Adelines International.The performance is at 3 p.m. Dec. 6 at Troy High School, 4777 Northfield Parkway in Troy. Special guests are The Grunyons, a men’s vocal jazz ensemble. There are only 750 seats to be sold. Tickets are $20 at the door. Advance tickets cost less and they can be purchased through PayPal at www.glcsing.org For information, call (248) 651-8803.
Co-Dependency Support Classes (Family)
Time: 6:30 PMLocation: Northville, MI
CODEPENDENCY SUPPORT CLASSESOngoing November thru DecemberLearning to deal with issues brought on by growing up in a dysfunctional family.TUESDAYS 6:30 PM-7:45 PM$12/classNorthville LocationCall 734-420-8175 for more info or to register.
McGivney Musical (Musical Performances)
Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Assumption Grotto Catholic Church
An original Broadway style musical on the life of Fr. Michael McGivney. Founder of Knights of Columbus.
KORK - TV (Encore Presentation) (Theatre performance)
Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: 33445 Warren Rd (Inside Warren Rd Light and Life Church), Westland, MI 48186
Please join us for an Encore Presentation of KORK-TV ..... The show will be re-run December 5 at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7:00) and December 6 at 3 p.m. (doors open at 2:30 p.m.) Tickets are $ 12.00 each ( group tickets are available for 10 or more $ 10.00). KORK-TVReg and Simon are defrocked televangelists convicted of fraud and sent to minimum security prison. But wait! On the way, they are offered a chance at community service - turn a defunct TV station in the small town of Cork Idaho into a profitable enterprise. Catch? They MUST keep their identity a secret while retaining all the current employees. And they are being watched! By who? Whom?This original comedy will be a stage production and will be filmed as a pilot and shown on Access television. For further information or ticket purchases please contact Len Fisher at 734-751-7057.
Miracle On 34th Street (Theatre performance)
Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan
“Faith is believing in things when common sense tells you not to.” It’s a timeless message from a classic play, Miracle on 34th Street. The holiday runs November 20th to December 13th at the Farmington Players Barn Theater in Farmington Hills. Tickets are available at farmingtonplayers.org or at the box office, (248) 553-2955.This is first show to use the newly installed rigging system at the Barn, and audiences will be stunned by the technology and creativity involved.
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