The Ambassador Theater Group’s Broadway in Detroit season begins Sept. 22 to Oct. 4 with “The Notebook – The Musical” at the Fisher Theater, 3011 W. Grand Boulevard in Detroit. The musical is based on the 1996 bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks, which was made into the 2004 romantic drama film. “‘The Notebook’ is ultimately a celebration of life, love, and the power of memory,” said producers Kevin McCollum and Kurt Deutsch. “Audiences first fell in love with this timeless story as a novel, then as an iconic film, and now they can … [Read more...] about ‘The Notebook – The Musical’ opens Broadway in Detroit season
Dearborn
POP mural ‘History of Tomorrow’ brightens DHM office building
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – The latest Pockets of Perception student team mural, “The History of Tomorrow,” sponsored by the Dearborn Community Fund, was dedicated Aug. 26 at the Dearborn Historical Museum offices, 915 S. Brady. Dearborn Community Fund Board President Johanna Seidel said the latest mural is the 15th art installation that has been placed throughout the city since 2010 by the Pockets of Perception youth public art program. She said the team designed and painted the mural … [Read more...] about POP mural ‘History of Tomorrow’ brightens DHM office building
PGD and OBTC open seasons with ‘Disaster!’ and ‘Boom’
Ready for disaster and humor? Look no further than the Players Guild of Dearborn opening season show, “Disaster!” a campy, 1970s jukebox musical, and Trenton’s Open Book Theatre Company’s season starter “Boom,” featuring a bomb shelter first date as a comet hurtles toward Earth. THE PLAYERS GUILD OF DEARBORN PRESENTS ‘DISASTER!’ The Players Guild of Dearborn presents Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick’s “Disaster!” a 1970s-themed jukebox musical comedy spoofing the disaster films of the era with earthquakes, tidal waves, … [Read more...] about PGD and OBTC open seasons with ‘Disaster!’ and ‘Boom’
Six Dearborn elementary schools recognized for excellence in reading education
Six elementary schools in Dearborn Public Schools have been recognized for beating the odds with their literacy scores. River Oaks, Maples, Nowlin, Miller, Oakman and Howard elementary schools were recently recognized with Bright Spot Top School awards. Each school surpassed expectations when looking at the number of third grade students proficient in reading and factoring in the number of low-income students in the building. The awards were announced by The 74, a nonprofit newsroom that covers education across the … [Read more...] about Six Dearborn elementary schools recognized for excellence in reading education
AAUW to hold annual book sale Oct. 2 to 4 at the DISC
DEARBORN – Used books and media will be available Oct. 2 to 4 at the Dearborn Ice Skating Center, 14900 Ford Road, as the American Association of University Women-Dearborn holds its annual sale. The offerings include adult used books sorted into more than 20 categories, along with a room full of children’s books. Also included in the sale are vinyl records, CDs and DVDs. Those seeking first pick may pay $15 for early admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Oct. 2. After the early-bird sale, admission is free. From 11 a.m. to 8 … [Read more...] about AAUW to hold annual book sale Oct. 2 to 4 at the DISC
Paint the Park brings color to downtown Allen Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – Color filled the downtown Aug. 23 as the city’s Downtown Development Authority presented Paint the Park, with an art fair, murals and kid crafts. The event, which began last year as a way to bring art to the community, has turned into a weekend that celebrates creativity and the power of public spaces. While Aug. 22 was interrupted by rain, Aug. 23 found attendees strolling amid booths, children enjoying crafts and a bouncy house, and artists painting on … [Read more...] about Paint the Park brings color to downtown Allen Park
Flower power: Southgate butterfly garden fundraiser supports animal rescue groups
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – The Felty Farm, a suburban flowering oasis on Windermere Circle, was in full bloom Aug. 23 for the butterfly garden’s annual fundraiser for animal rescue groups. Animal rescue groups, including Verne Felty’s Blind Cat Sanctuary, the River Rouge Animal Shelter, Friends of Companion Animals, and Happy Paws Haven participated, along with other supporters and volunteers. Raffle baskets added to the fundraisers, and participating groups had individual booths … [Read more...] about Flower power: Southgate butterfly garden fundraiser supports animal rescue groups
Shoplifter tracked by drone
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A man who stole items from Dollar General, 7630 Wyoming the morning of July 19 was arrested for retail fraud and for having an open intoxicant in public was arrested after a police department drone tracked him until police officers took him into custody. The man concealed merchandise in his backpack and on his person while in the store, then left without rendering payment. When police officers approached him, he was drinking from a can of stolen liquor, and … [Read more...] about Shoplifter tracked by drone
Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Under sunny skies, five dozen artists filled the top of the hill at Homecoming with colorful creations during the annual Paint Out in the Park competition. Artist and event staff member Sasha Corder said this is the 12th Paint Out in the Park and the biggest year yet, with 60 artists participating. “Everyone forgets it is a competition,” she said. “Everyone just spends all three days making friends, meeting new people, networking, exchanging styles and techniques and … [Read more...] about Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park
Dearborn acquires Fordson Island property from State Land Bank
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – The city council approved the acquisition of Fordson Island property from the State Land Bank for $1 as part of its consent agenda during the April 18 city council meeting. The meeting, which was overshadowed by the anti-Muslim protests led by political agitator Jake Lane, was held at the Henry Ford Centennial Library. The property acquisition was discussed during the Aug. 13 mayoral briefing to the city council, which was held at the Dearborn Administration … [Read more...] about Dearborn acquires Fordson Island property from State Land Bank