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To submit your community event, email jcupal@dptv.org. Please submit events at least one week prior to the start of the event.
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Escanaba in Da Moonlight
Fridays & Saturdays through May 17, 8pm
Broadway Onstage Live Theatre, 21517 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe
For more information, call 586-771-6333.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
May 7-11
Fries Auditorium, Grosse Pointe War Memorial, 32 Lakeshore, Grosse Pointe Farms
Tickets are $22. For more information, call 313-881-4004.
SING JUBILEE! The Story of The Fisk Jubilee Singers
May 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18
Fridays & Saturdays, 8pm
Sundays, 4pm
Detroit Film Theatre, Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit
One of the most inspiring stories in African American music, The Fisk Jubilee Singers performed with dignity and grace for mixed audiences, political leaders and royalty at a time when newly freed slaves were still fighting for education, racial equality and basic rights. They sang the "secret songs," or spirituals, handed down from generation to generation, and their voices kept alive a history of strength, hope and triumph that is still treasured today. Featuring the deeply stirring voices of The Mosaic Singers. Tickets for general admission are $20. Matinee and student tickets are $10. For more information, call 313-833-4005.
The 2008 Navy SEAL Fitness Challenge
May 10, 8am-2:30pm
Recreation Center, Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn
Metro Detroit residents ages 13 and up will have the unique opportunity of testing their personal fitness levels against members of the elite Navy SEAL community. To learn more about the Navy SEAL Fitness Challenge or to pre-register for the event, please visit sealfitnesschallenge.com.
Healthy Lifestyles = Healthy Families
May 10, 1-3pm
Children's Museum, 6134 Second Ave, Detroit
The whole family is invited to have fun while learning how to improve your health and well-being. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. Reservations are required. Call 313-873-8100 to register.
100 Years of the Polish Community in Windsor
May 10, 6:30pm
Windsor's Community Museum, 254 Pitt Street West, Windsor
RSVP to (519) 253-1812.
Free Screening & Discussion of Independent Film New Year Baby
May 10, 7-9pm
Detroit Film Center, 1347 E. Fisher Fwy, 3rd Floor, Detroit
girl in a red shirtBorn in a Thai refugee camp on Cambodian New Year, filmmaker Socheata Poeuv grew up in the United States never knowing that her family had survived the Khmer Rouge genocide. In New Year Baby, she embarks on a journey to Cambodia in search of the truth and why her family's history had been buried in secrecy for so long. RSVP Today
This Merry-go-round Called Life
May 12, 7pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
Sylvia Rubach, motivational speaker, presents an informative and entertaining talk on How Can a Person "Keep Up" These Days? For more information, call 248-246-3727.
Living in a watershed
May 14, 7pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
Melissa Damaschke, Sierra Club Great Lakes Regional Representative, discusses what we need to do to protect Michigan's greatest asset, the Great Lakes. For more information, call 248-246-3727.
OCC Campus Open House for High Schoolers & Parents
May 15, 5:30-7:30pm - Building H, gym, Orchard Ridge Campus, 27055 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills
May 21, 5:30-7:30pm - Building H, gym, Auburn Hills Campus, 2900 Featherstone Rd, Auburn Hills
Participants will be able to talk directly to OCC faculty and staff members about topics such as college and career planning, specific programs and courses, college costs, financial aid and scholarships, and admissions procedures. Participants are asked to RSVP at admissionsrecruiter@oaklandcc.edu to indicate which campus event they are attending and how many will come. For more information, call 248-233-2733.
Steven Gross - Is Film Dead?
May 15, 7:30pm
Oakland Community College, Royal Oak Campus, Lila Jones Johnson Theater, 739 S Washington, Royal Oak
Mr. Gross, a twenty-five year veteran in the industry, continues to shoot weddings in traditional black and white film. On the other hand, he photographs all of his corporate work 100% digitally. In this captivating lecture he will discuss the impact of today's technological advances on photography as a whole. For more information, call 248-246-2633.
Thank God for Evolution!
May 16, 7pm
First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor, 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline, Ann Arbor
A powerful 2-hour presentation based on Rev. Dowd's breakthrough book about how the marriage of science and religion will transform your life and our world. For more information, call 734-665-6158.
Dreams of Dust
May 17, 2pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
Film directed by Laurent Salgues features Mocktar, a Nigerian peasant, who comes looking for work in Essakane, a dusty gold mine in Northeast Burkina Faso, Africa, where he hopes to forget the past that haunts him. For more information, call 248-246-3727.
Places in Between - Third Thursday Book Discussion Group
May 19, 10pm
Senior Room, Jack and Patti Salter Community Center, 1545 East Lincoln, Royal Oak
I Remember Mama
May 20, 6pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
George Stevens' charming film version of Kathryn Forbes' collection of short stories entitled Mama's Bank Account features Irene Dunne as Mama in one of her finest and most ingratiating performances. For more information, call 248-246-3727.
Getting Personal: An Essay Workshop
May 20, 7pm
Youth Activities Room, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
Personal essays look deceptively simple - but the require craft, editing skills, and sincere attention to detail. Cindy La Ferle will discuss the importance of finding universal heart in our personal stories. Limited to 30 participants. Registration is required. For more information, call 248-246-3727.
Getting a Good Night's Sleep
May 21, 7-8:30pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
For more information, call 248-246-3727.
Mindfulness Meditation
May 22, 7pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
Join Donna Rockwell for an insightful lecture on mindfulness meditation. Learn more about the practice of living and being in the moment and how the practice of meditation can assist you in actualizing your dreams and goals. For more information, call 248-246-3727.
Belle Isle Botanical Society Plant Sale
May 24, 9am-3pm
Belle Isle Greenhouses
Get perennials, annuals, herbs, miniature roses, geraniums, peppers, and heirloom tomatoes. Proceeds benefit the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory & Gardens. For more information, call 313-331-7760.
Broadway Onstage Live Theatre Auditions
May 27 & 29
Broadway Onstage Live Theatre, 21517 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe
Auditions for the first three productions of the 2008-2009 Season. Productions are The Ladies of Harmony, Harvey, and Moonlight and Magnolias. For more information, call 586-771-6333.
Eco Impact: How Our Choices Affect the Earth
May 28, 7pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
How much of an impact do you have on the Earth? Join Lisa Forzley, Humane Education Specialist at the Detroit Zoo, as she discusses our place in the natural world and how our choices can make a big difference. For more information, call 248-246-3727.
June
8th Annual Lupus Loops Bike Ride
June 1
Shelby Township
There will be a pancake breakfast at the VFW hall in Bruce Township halfway through the ride. There will be an 18 mile casual ride, 75K road ride, 1000K challenge ride, and a trail ride. Proceeds will benefit the Lupus Alliance. For more information, call 800-705-6677.
Saving Money by Saving Energy
June 2, 7pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
What works and what doesn't, inexpensive materials that lower the bills, shopping for energy efficient appliances. For more information, call 248-246-3727.
Become a Hometown Tourist This Summer
June 3 , 7pm
Friends' Auditorium, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
Ellyce Field, Detroit News online columnist and author of Michigan Family Field Trips - Fun Sites for Kids. Field will offer great suggestions for special day and overnight trips for your kids in and around Michigan. For more information, call 248-246-3727.

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