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Visit Greenfield Village with Your Model T
Now - September 28, 9:30am-5pm
The Henry Ford, Greenfield Village, 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn
A special ticket package will provide Model T owners two admissions to Greenfield Village, access to drive and park your Model T in Greenfield Village, $20 in Fun Money, a commemorative gift and a special photo opportunity.
July
The Petoskey Summer Antiques Festival
July 4-5
North Central Michigan College, Petoskey
Set in the old-time country atmosphere of Emmet County, the Petoskey Summer Antiques Festival has become one of the area's most anticipated and widely attended events. A diverse selection of formal and country American, European, Oriental antiques and American folk art are featured. Musicians, story tellers, demonstrations, and over 150 Exhibitors.
Emotional and Legal Issues of Divorce
July 10, 7-9pm
Jewish Family Center, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
This workshop will address several emotional and legal issues associated with the divorce process. Cost is $30, refreshments included. Course approval #050508-02.
7th Annual Classic Car Show
July 12, 10am-4pm
Livonia Church of Christ, 15431 Merriman Rd, Livonia
Proceeds go to Angela Hospice.
Older adults are easy targets... helping to avoid scams
July 13, 10-11:30am
Congregation Beth Shalom, 14601 W Lincoln, Oak Park
For more information, call 248-592-2667.
Concert of Colors
July 17-20
Max M. Fisher Music Center, Detroit
Metro Detroit’s beloved diversity music festival marks its 16th anniversary this year with a stellar lineup of today’s most compelling international and world music acts and a lively, first-of-its-kind multimedia exhibition that conjures up all the historic action and energy of the event itself, featuring images by longtime festival photographers Bruce Harkness and Rebecca Cook.
The Ladies of Harmony
July 18 - August 16, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm
Broadway Onstage Live Theatre, 21517 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe
All opening night tickets are $14 and all other tickets are $16. For ticket reservations call 586-771-6333.
6th Annual Orchard Lake Fine Art Show
July 25, 6-9pm Ticketed Artist Preview Party
July 26, 10am-7pm Free Admission
July 27, 11am-5pm Free Admission
Orchard Lake (St. Mary's) Schools, 3535 Indian Trail, Orchard Lake
Purchase tickets for Friday, July 25th at TicketWeb.com. Free admission on Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27.
Women's Self-Defense Seminar
July 26, 10am-4pm
Oakland Community College Orchard Ridge Campus, J Building, Room 306, 27055 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills
Fee for the workshop is $35 and pre-registration is encouraged. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a lunch. For further information call the Womencenter at 248-522-3642.
The Ultimate Doo Wop Show
July 26, 8pm
Freedom Hill, Sterling Heights
The Ultimate Doo Wop ShowThe stellar lineup consists of: Lou Christie, Jay Siegel & The Tokens with their special guest, Jay Traynor, The Contours featuring Sylvester Potts, Arlene Smith of the Chantels, The Jive Five, Barbara Harris & The Toys, Cathy Jean & The Roommates, The Volumes, The Students, Stormy Weather, and The Rama Lama Big Band.
Get tickets at the Freedom Hill Box Office or at all TicketMasters outlets, online at ticketmaster.com, or by calling 586-268-5100. A portion of ticket sales benefits Detroit Public TV.
Creating Inner Strength in All Children and Teens
July 30, 12:30-4:30pm
Jewish Family Service, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
This workshop is appropriate for anyone working with children: therapists, counselors, pediatricians, educators, parents, and so on. Cost is $70, refreshments and choice of book included for each participant. Course approval #050508-03.
August
OCC National Women's Art Exhibition Calls for Entries
August 1
Oakland Community College, 27055 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills
The entry fee is $25 for up to three works. Entries are due by August 1, 2008. For further information and to receive an entry brochure for "From Our Perspective" call the Womencenter at 248-522-3642 or go online to oaklandcc.edu/womencenter/artshow.htm.
The Petoskey Summer Antiques Festival
August 2-3
North Central Michigan College, Petoskey
Set in the old-time country atmosphere of Emmet County, the Petoskey Summer Antiques Festival has become one of the area's most anticipated and widely attended events. A diverse selection of formal and country American, European, Oriental antiques and American folk art are featured. Musicians, story tellers, demonstrations, and over 150 Exhibitors.
LGBTQ Ally Training Seminar
August 27, 7-9pm
Jewish Family Service, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
This workshop will raise awareness of the heterosexual bias in society. Cost is $30, refreshments included. Course approval #090106-01.
Navigating Health Care
August 28, 7-8:30pm
27375 Bell Rd, Southfield
Navigating Health Care: How to be the best patient advocate for older adults with Shaarey Zedek.
SEPTEMBER
Harvey
September 5 - October 4, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm
Broadway Onstage Live Theatre, 21517 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe
All opening night tickets are $14 and all other tickets are $16. For ticket reservations call 586-771-6333.
Chemical Dependency Seminar
September 7, 9:30am-4pm
September 11, 8:30am-3pm
Jewish Family Service, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
6.0 CE Clock Hours. This program is pending approval.
Coping with Losses as Life Changes
September 14, 10-11:30am
Temple Emanu-El, 14450 W. 10 Mile Rd, Oak Park
Coping with losses as life changes.
OCC National Women's Art Exhibition
September 18 - October 10
Orchard Ridge Campus' Smith Theatre Gallery, Oakland Community College, 27055 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills
The accepted artists will be honored at a public Awards Reception and Open House on Thursday, September 18 at 7:00pm. For further information call the Womencenter at 248-522-3642 or go online at oaklandcc.rdu/womencenter/artshow.htm.
Stewards of Children Prevention Program
September 18, 6-9pm
Jewish Family Service, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
This program is designed for agencies and organizations that serve children and youth, and any/all adults interested in protecting children. Cost is $50, light meal and refreshments included. Course Approval #050508-00.
A Great! Scrapbook Show
September 20-21, Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm
Gibraltar Trade Center, 15525 Racho Rd, Taylor
Consumers can find unique paper craft products and tools, learn basic scrapbooking skills, meet store owners and home-business consultants, and reserve space to work on projects with their friends. For more information visit GreatScrapbookEvents.com or call 810-287-7711.
Legal Ease
September 25, 7-8:30pm
Adat Shalom Synagogue, 29901 Middlebelt Rd, Farmington Hills
Legal Ease: Must know legal documents and terms.
The Southfield Pavilion Antiques Exposition
September 26-28
Southfield Municipal Complex, 26000 Evergreen Rd, Southfield
A top quality, general show in its twenty-eighth season. Features a diverse selection of American, European, and Oriental, antiques & decorative art. 100 exhibitors.
OCTOBER
The Chamber Arts Series
October 10 - April 17
Rackham Auditorium, Ann Arbor
Seven concerts that showcase the best in classical chamber music. For tickets or additional information, contact the University Musical Society at 734-764-2538 or online at ums.org.
Monster Record and CD Collector's Show
October 12, 10am-4pm
Weber's Inn, 350 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor
General admission is $3 at 10am and early admission is $15 at 8am. For dealer information call Ken at 574-329-1483 or kpwildwood@sbcglobal.net.
Chamber Arts Series: Tokyo String Quartet
October 12, 7pm
Rackham Auditorium, Ann Arbor
The Tokyo String Quartet with Sabine Meyer. For tickets or additional information, contact the University Musical Society at 734-764-2538 or online at ums.org.
The Changing Face of Long Term Care
October 16, 1-4pm
Jewish Family Service, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
The goal of this workshop is to educate those who are currently, or who at some time in the future will be, involved in long term health care either as a caregiver or as a care recipient. Course approval #050508-04.
Moonlight and Magnolias
October 17 - November 15, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm (no show on Friday, November 7)
Broadway Onstage Live Theatre, 21517 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe
All opening night tickets are $14 and all other tickets are $16. For ticket reservations call 586-771-6333.
Choral Union Series
October 19 - April 24
Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor
The signature Choral Union Series includes 10 concerts focusing primarily on the canon of Western classical music. For tickets or additional information, contact the University Musical Society at 734-764-2538 or online at ums.org.
Choral Union Series: Anne-Sophie Mutter
October 19, 7pm
Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor
For tickets or additional information, contact the University Musical Society at 734-764-2538 or online at ums.org.
Andras Schiff: Beethoven Sonata Project Concert 5
October 24, 8pm
Rackham Auditorium, Ann Arbor
For tickets or additional information, contact the University Musical Society at 734-764-2538 or online at ums.org.
Ethics
October 26, 9:30am-4pm
October 30, 8:30am-3pm
Jewish Family Service, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
6.0 CE Clock Hours, Pending approval for SW Ethics requirement.
Chamber Arts Series: Andras Schiff - Beethoven Sonata Project Concert 6
October 26, 4pm
Rackham Auditorium, Ann Arbor
For tickets or additional information, contact the University Musical Society at 734-764-2538 or online at ums.org.
NOVEMBER
Choral Union Series: Emanuel Ax and Yefim Bronfman
November 8, 8pm
Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor
For tickets or additional information, contact the University Musical Society at 734-764-2538 or online at ums.org.
A Great! Scrapbook Show
November 8-9, Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm
Gibraltar Trade Center, 237 North River Rd, Mt. Clemens
Consumers can find unique paper craft products and tools, learn basic scrapbooking skills, meet store owners and home-business consultants, and reserve space to work on projects with their friends. For more information visit GreatScrapbookEvents.com or call 810-287-7711.
Choral Union Series: Jerusalem Symphony
November 16, 4pm
Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor
The Jerusalem Symphony with music director Leon Botstein and violinist Robert McDuffie. For tickets or additional information, contact the University Musical Society at 734-764-2538 or online at ums.org.
Wellness and Pain/Symptom Management
November 19, 9am-1pm
Jewish Family Service, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
4.0 CE Clock Hours, Pending approval for SW Pain/Symptom Management requirement.
The Nutcracker's Nuts
November 28 - December 20, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm (special 2pm matinee on Sunday, December 7)
Broadway Onstage Live Theatre, 21517 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe
All opening night tickets are $14 and all other tickets are $16. For ticket reservations call 586-771-6333.
DECEMBER
Addictions and Anxiety Disorders
December 7, 9:30am-4pm
Jewish Family Service, Orley Building, 6555 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield
3.0 CE Clock Hours, this program is pending approval.

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