Multiple musicals offer upbeat entertainment in the coming weeks as “Hamilton” returns to the Fisher Theater, the Players Guild of Dearborn presents “Hairspray,” Dearborn High School presents “Guys and Dolls,” and Crestwood High School takes off with “Catch Me If You Can.” In addition, Southgate Community Players presents “Calendar Girls.” CRESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS ‘CATCH ME IF YOU CAN’ Crestwood High School Theatre presents the musical “Catch Me If You Can” April 25 to May 2 at the high school auditorium, 1501 N. Beech Daly in … [Read more...] about Multiple musicals offer upbeat entertainment
Allen Park
Man fakes merchandise return to steal merchandise
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A man entered Home Depot, 3163 Fairlane Drive, with no merchandise, yet later went to the return desk with a $60 microwave and a $27 faucet set, as well as a receipt, and tried unsuccessfully to return the items for a refund. He then walked out of the store without paying for the items, and left in a gray Ford Fusion being driven by another man. Police officers then stopped a car matching the description, recovered the stolen items, and arrested the passenger. Loss prevention … [Read more...] about Man fakes merchandise return to steal merchandise
Lincoln Historical Society annual dinner to celebrate country’s 250th anniversary
LINCOLN PARK — A tribute to the 250th anniversary of the United States and the Declaration of Independence will be celebrated by the Lincoln Park Historical Society & Museum at its annual dinner May 14. Tickets are $30 for historical society members, and $35 for non-members. The dinner will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Lincoln Park Middle School, 2800 Lafayette Blvd. A catered dinner will be followed by a presentation by historian, collector, and re-enactor Todd Brighton of Wyandotte entitled “Forging a Nation: Patriot … [Read more...] about Lincoln Historical Society annual dinner to celebrate country’s 250th anniversary
Dozens of hard-to-find books will be up for sale at AAUW rare book sale April 25
DEARBORN — The Vintage and Collectible Book Sale, organized by the American Association of University Women’s Dearborn affiliate, will feature books ranging from the mid-1800s to recent years. The book sale is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25 at Dearborn Historical Museum McFadden-Ross House, 915 S. Brady. Included will be sets with full-page illustrations, scholarly works and Dearborn/Detroit accounts. The books are culled from the thousands offered for sale at the AAUW’s annual fall sale at the Dearborn Ice … [Read more...] about Dozens of hard-to-find books will be up for sale at AAUW rare book sale April 25
Lincoln Park City Council OKs pursuit of three bridge replacement grants
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – Public Works Director John Kozuh received the City Council’s approval March 23 to submit grant applications to the Michigan Department of Transportation to replace three bridges. The three locations include Howard Street over the Sexton Kilfoil Drain, and both Frank and Porter streets over the north branch of Ecorse Creek. Hennessey Engineers and Link Engineering Services will submit the grant applications on behalf of the city to the MDOT Local Critical Bridge Program. … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park City Council OKs pursuit of three bridge replacement grants
Lincoln Park city manager addresses funding to repair Goddard Road
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – City Manager and Finance Director Lisa Griggs updated the City Council on the status of Goddard Road and its urgent need for repairs during the March 23 council meeting. She said the city has applied for grant funding with the help of Hennessey Engineering, as well as for congressional spending grants. “Those do take time, and even if they are awarded it’s generally two to three years before the funding comes through,” she said. “So, I had previously talked about doing … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park city manager addresses funding to repair Goddard Road
‘Suffs’ comes to the Fisher; ‘I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire’ at U of D Mercy; ‘Paradise Lost’ at WSU; ‘Tuck Everlasting’ at DYPAC
An eclectic array of offerings is poised to open on local stages, as the musical “Suffs” comes to the Fisher, the Theatre Company at Detroit Mercy presents “I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire,” Theatre and Dance at Wayne presents “Pardise Lost” through a modern lens, and the talented teens at the Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center explore the lure of immortality in “Tuck Everlasting.” THE MUSICAL ‘SUFFS’ COMES TO THE FISHER The Tony Award-winning musical “Suffs” tells the story of the determined American women who fought … [Read more...] about ‘Suffs’ comes to the Fisher; ‘I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire’ at U of D Mercy; ‘Paradise Lost’ at WSU; ‘Tuck Everlasting’ at DYPAC
No Kings rally held at Heritage Park in Taylor
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR – Downriver residents gathered with signs and quiet determination the afternoon of March 28 along Pardee Road at Heritage Park for a No Kings rally protesting the Trump administration’s actions. Organizer Kassi Gregory said the protests inspire people to take direct action that can inspire legal change. “It’s important to have visibility events so people can actually see how many people agree or disagree with causes when we need to bring about change to any important … [Read more...] about No Kings rally held at Heritage Park in Taylor
Crowds fill downtown Wyandotte for No Kings rally
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Protestors filled the plaza east of City Hall to hear speakers and lined Biddle Avenue while carrying signs the afternoon of March 28 during a No Kings rally. Downriver United 734 event co-organizer Ashley Perry voiced concerns about election interference, and spoke of action items people can pursue to prevent what she called President Donald Trump’s voter-limiting agenda. “Guys, he’s coming for Wayne County, and do not kid yourselves: he literally mentioned Detroit as the … [Read more...] about Crowds fill downtown Wyandotte for No Kings rally
Dearborn No Kings rally held at Henry Ford Centennial Library
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Protestors gathered outside Henry Ford Centennial Library for a No Kings rally the afternoon of March 28, displaying signs along Michigan Avenue and hearing speakers at the Veterans Park and War Memorial. Signs bore messages criticizing President Donald Trump and his policies, Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions, and encouraged evoking the 25th Amendment, which addresses presidential succession and disability, with both angry and clever slogans. Signs read, “ICE … [Read more...] about Dearborn No Kings rally held at Henry Ford Centennial Library