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3/28/07

Disposable Heroes - Cass Cafe - Paintings by Ron Zarkin



Disposable Heroes
New paintings by Ron Zakrin

The Dirtbombs - Michigan Union Ballroom - Ann Arbor - Thur March 29th 8pm












THE DIRTBOMBS [w/ The Films, The Vigilantes, and The Singles]

Thursday, March 29 8pm

Michigan Union Ballroom

530 South State Street

Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109


CORRUPTED MINDS - Director's Cut - Main Art Theatre - Thursday March 29th 7pm

Detroit Premiere
Corrupted Minds (Panic in Detroit)
Main Art Landmark Theatre
Thursday March 29th 2007 7:00pm - TIX $45
Afterglow - D'Amato's - 9:30pm
Silent Auction benefits Boys & Girls Club
DJ SGL spinning all night

3/27/07

Where the Wild Things Are - Detroit Opera House - Fri/Sat Mar 30-31st



Where the Wild Things Are
Grand Rapids Ballet
March 30-31, 2007

Detroit Opera House

"Max and the Wild Things leap from the pages of the classic children's book and onto the stage. Featuring sets and costumes by author/illustrator Maurice Sendak, the acclaimed production is fun for the whole family."

Bob Wayne & The Outlaw Carnies - The Machine Shop - Flint - Wednesday Mar 28th


3/22/07

KITTIE - The Ritz - Sat Mar 24th


THE RITZ & BLK-MANAGEMENT PRESENT TOUR OF THE CENTURY WITH "KITTIE" ALSO APPEARING: WALLS OF JERICHO - DEAD TO FALL 36 CRAZYFISTS & IN THE MOMENT. 18 & OLDER

EVENT DOORS @ 7:00P.M.

The Ritz
24300 Hoover
Warren, MI 48089
(586) 756-6140

The Whitney - Now Open for Dinner


The Whitney
4421 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, Michigan 48201
(313) 832-5700

Search for the 2007 WRIF Rock Girl - Sat Mar 24th


WRIF Rock Girl 2007 Search begins with the 1st of 3 casting calls to be the next chick that lip sinks "BABY!"

1st of 3 casting calls:
SATURDAY, MARCH 24TH

3p-7p @ WRIF Studios [map]

3/19/07

The Mydols - Four Green Fields - Sun Mar 25th


Detroit Derby Girls - Season Kickoff





Season Opener for the DDG

After party - Northern Lights Lounge

Masonic Temple - Detroit - $15

Willie Nelson - Fox Theatre - Fri Mar 23rd




Willie Nelson with Merle Haggard and Ray Price

March 23, 2007

Friday - 7:30 PM

Fox Theatre Detroit MI

Friends of the Family - Cadiuex Cafe - Sat Mar 24th

Friends of the Family

Saturday March, 24 2007

Cadieux Cafe
4300 Cadieux Rd
Detroit, Michigan 48224

9 pm - $5.00

Ann Arbor Film Festival - Tues Mar 20th - Sun Mar 25th


Ann Arbor Film Festival
Downtown Ann Arbor
Michigan Theatre
603 E. Liberty St
Tuesday March 20th-Sunday March 25th

3/16/07

Juxstaposed! - Adnan Charara - Arab American National Museum - Fri Mar 16th


Exhibition of new artwork by Detroit-based artist Adnan Charara.
This exhibit, entitled Juxtaposed!, explores the challenges of immigrating to the United States and the process of becoming American.
Arab American National Museum
13624 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126 Phone (313) 582-AANM (2266)

Detroit St Patricks Day Events


FREEP says

March 16, 2007
FRIDAY

D B Coopers: Replica Junkies, 9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 29028 Campbell, Madison Heights. 248-398-7951.

Four Green Fields: Good Gravy, 10 p.m. 30919 Woodward, Royal Oak. 248-288-2088.

Nemo's Bar: Balduck Mountain Ramblers, 6-10 p.m. Fri. and 2-9 p.m. Sat. 1384 Michigan, Detroit. 313-965-3180.

Old Shillelagh: St. Patrick's Eve, open at 11 a.m. with two heated tents and live Irish entertainment until midnight, DJ & dancing from midnight to close with a fish fry from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 349 Monroe, Detroit. 313-964-0007.

Tonic: St. Patrick's Day Pre-Party, with DJ Lyrikal, 9 p.m. 29 S. Saginaw, Pontiac. 248-334-7411.

SATURDAY
17th Street Bar & Grill: Opens at 10 a.m. with a DJ and karaoke, green Jell-o shots, green beer and Reubens. 3905 Seventeen Mile Road, Sterling Heights. 586-264-8644.

Belmont Bar: St. Patrick's Day party with music from Decibilt, Chapstik, Blue Ohm and Fun Ender, 9 p.m. 10215 Jos Campau, Hamtramck. 313-871-1966.

Black Lotus Brewing Company: Opens at 7 a.m. with Irish breakfast & lunch buffet and Celtic music. 1 E. Fourteen Mile, Clawson. 248-577-1878.

Bullfrog Bar & Grill: St. Patty's Day 2007, featuring music from Deadhouse, Soul Shadow, Drop and False City, 8 p.m. 15414 Telegraph, Redford. 313-533-4477.

Buzz Bar: St. Patrick's Day Party, featuring T Money Green, 9 p.m. 546 E. Larned, Detroit. 313-962-1800.

C K Diggs: Opens at 11 a.m. with green beer, Irish stew, corned beef & cabbage and Murphy's Irish Red. 2010 W. Auburn, Rochester Hills. 248-853-6600.

Conor O'Neill's Irish Pub & Restaurant: St. Patrick's Day Party, opens at 7 a.m. with live music all day, bagpipers, Irish dancers and drink specials. 318 S. Main, Ann Arbor. 734-665-2968.

Corktown Tavern: "Reject," a group art exhibition for those who display a different approach to the world, with more than 25 artists including Martin Hirchak, Megan Thompson and Gean Wilson. Music by Danny Dollrod, Tim Vulgar, Bootsey X and Pennytration, 8 p.m. 1716 Michigan, Detroit. 248-924-0298. $5.

D B Coopers: St. Patrick's Day Party, with music by the Replica Junkies, giveaways, green beer and more, 9 p.m. 29028 Campbell, Madison Heights. 248-398-7951.

Dick O'Dow's: St. Patrick's Day Celebration, opens at 7 a.m. with continuous music by the Bowzies, the McGlynns and Company of Strangers, as well as bagpipers, Irish cuisine. No cover. 160 W. Maple, Birmingham. 248-642-1135.

Dooley's Tavern: Opens at 7 a.m. with bagpipers, green beer, giveaways and more. 12414 Hall Road, Sterling Heights. 586-323-3501.

Duggan's: St. Pat's Party, opens at 7 a.m. with Irish food, Irish music, bagpipers, green beer and special activities. 31501 Woodward, Royal Oak. 248-549-3659.

Dunleavy's: Opens at 7 a.m. with live Irish music, bagpipers, Irish menu and drink promotions. 6004 Allen, Allen Park. 313-382-4545.

Eastgate Pub: St. Patty's Blowout, opens at 7 a.m. with a leprechaun, green beer specials and Irish cuisine. 26449 Gratiot, Roseville. 586-776-2740.
Eden Nightclub: St. Patrick's Day Celebration; wear green and you don't have to pay a cover, 10 p.m. 22061 Woodward, Ferndale. 248-541-7674.

Elysium Lounge: "Green," a St. Patrick's Day event with DJ Vince, DJ Melle Mel and DJ Flex, 9 p.m. No cover for anyone wearing green. 625 Shelby, Detroit. 313-962-2244. $10 ladies, $20 guys.

Emerald Theatre: Cash balloon drop, green drink specials, beads and music by DJ Karl, 9:30 p.m. 31 N. Walnut, Mt. Clemens. 586-913-1920.

Esko Lounge: St. Patty's Day Bash, with DJ music and green beer, 9 p.m. 201 Michigan, Detroit. 313-962-3000.

Foran's Irish Pub: Opens at 7 a.m. with live entertainment, corned beef specials and shamrock shots. 612 Woodward, Detroit. 313-961-3043.

Fort Street Brewery: DJ Pete, rock, alternative and dance music plus an Irish sing-along, 9 p.m. 1660 Fort, Lincoln Park. 313-389-9620.

Four Green Fields: Opens at 7 a.m. with rugby on the big screen and live music with Pat McDunn & the Gales and Cliff Erickson. 30919 Woodward, Royal Oak. 248-288-2088.

Full Kilt: "Thank God We Don't Have to Drive to Detroit!," opens at 7 a.m. with outside activities, Celtic music and a heated tent. 143 N. Main, Mt. Clemens. 586-307-8450.

Gaelic League: St. Patrick's Day Party, with music by including Benny & the Jets and the Codgers, the Heinzman Dancers, bagpipers, Irish cuisine and green beer, noon-1 a.m. 2062 Michigan, Detroit. 313-963-8895. $10 cover.

Gator Jake's Bar & Grill: St. Patrick's Day Party, opens at 7 a.m. with breakfast buffet with bagpipers, green beer, giveaways. 36863 Van Dyke, Sterling Heights. 586-983-3700.

Goodnite Gracie: St. Patrick's Day Live-a-Palooza, opens at 9 a.m. featuring live music all day from 15 bands. 301 W. Huron, Ann Arbor. 734-623-2070.

Great Baraboo Brewing Co: St. Patty's Day Party, opens at 7 a.m. with green beer, shot specials and Irish food. 35905 Utica, Clinton Twp. 586-792-7397.

House of Shamrocks Sports Pub: St. Patrick's Day Party, opens at 7 a.m. with music by Millish, a heated patio, corned beef & cabbage and green beer. 23420 John R, Hazel Park. 248-543-8388.

Jack's Waterfront Restaurant: Opens at 11 a.m. with Irish food and green Jell-o shots. 24214 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. 586-498-8442.

John Cowleys and Son's: St. Patrick's Day Party, opens at 10 a.m. with music from 11 a.m. to midnight and corned beef & cabbage. Lower level is nonsmoking. 33338 Grand River, Farmington. 248-474-5941. $10.

Lager House: St. Patrick's Day Party, with Universal Temple of Divine Power, Siddhartha, Battling Siki and Circus Boy, 9 p.m. 1254 Michigan, Detroit. 313-961-4668.

Live At PJ's: St. Patrick's Day Live-a-Palooza, opens at 9 a.m. featuring live music from 15 bands all day 102 S. First, Ann Arbor. 313-590-1335.

Luna: St. Patty's Day Party, with alternative dance, 9 p.m. 1815 N. Main, Royal Oak. 248-589-3344.

Magic Stick: St. Patrick's Day party with Downtown Brown and the Amino Acids, 8 p.m. 4120 Woodward, Detroit. 313-833-9700.

Marilyn's On Monroe: St. Patrick's Day Green Party, two floors to party, DJs Daddy Riff and Dangers, prize to the best in green, 9 p.m. 419 Monroe, Detroit. 313-963-1980.

Miles World: Missin Time Band, 9 p.m. 17689 Masonic, Fraser. 586-415-4500. Free.

Mixx Lounge: St. Patrick's Day Party, opens at noon with drink specials, free rides home from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. and March Madness basketball screening. 43155 Main, Novi. 248-347-6499.

Mo Doggie's: St. Patrick's Day Bash, featuring Another Roadside Attraction, Zuby, Last Warning, the Whip and more, 5 p.m. 715 Torrey, Fenton. 810-629-1415.

Nancy Whiskey's: Opens at 9 a.m. with Irish music, cuisine and green beer. 2644 Harrison, Detroit. 313-962-4247.

Nemo's Bar: St. Patrick's Party, opens at 11 a.m. with a heated tent, food served all day, shuttle service and live music beginning at 2 p.m., including Balduck Mountain Ramblers. 1384 Michigan, Detroit. 313-965-3180.

New Way Bar: Blasphemous reunion gig with Broadzilla and the Lobby Rats, 9:30 p.m. 23130 Woodward, Ferndale. 248-541-9870.

NOMI: St. Patrick's Day Celebration, opens at noon with Celtic performers, traditional Irish cuisine, drink specials and more. 133 W. Main, Northville. 248-449-3200.

O'Callaghan's: Opens at 6 a.m. with 93.9 FM (CIDR) broadcasting in the morning, an Irish menu and live music from Brunos Boys. 449 S. Main, Milford. 248-685-2800.

O'Toole's of Novi: Opens at 7 a.m. featuring kegs and eggs in the morning with music by Austin Scott, Steve Taylor and Bagpipers throughout the day, DJ Rock the House from 9 p.m. to close and promotions and giveaways all day. 24555 Novi, Novi. 248-349-7038.

O'Tooles: Opens at 7 a.m. with bagpipers, giveaways, drink specials and music from Jeff Gurney and Jerry Sprague. 205 W. Fifth, Royal Oak. 248-591-9226.

Old Shillelagh: Opens for breakfast at 7 a.m. with two heated tents and live Irish entertainment until midnight, DJ & Dancing from midnight to close. 349 Monroe, Detroit. 313-964-0007.

Pat O'Brien's Tavern: Opens at 7 a.m. with a 4,000-square-foot heated tent, DJ music, bagpipers, green beer and more. 22385 E. Ten Mile, St. Clair Shores. 586-771-5715. $10 cover after 10 a.m.

Patrick O'Ryan's Public House: St. Patrick's Day Party, with music by Celtic Cross, Tartan Army and Toast 'N Jam, drink specials all day and Irish cuisine, 2 p.m. 25 Pitt St. East, Windsor. 519-977-5722.

Plan B/Confidential Lounge: "Shamrock & Shenanigans," with DJ Tom T and DJ Sneak, 9 p.m. 211 W. Congress, Detroit. 888-257-4992.

Roger's Roost: St. Patrick's Day Party, opens at 8 a.m. with green beer, corned beef & cabbage, bagpipers, Gibbon the Troubadour and traditional Irish folk music by Kevin Tyler. 3362 Schoenherr, Sterling Heights. 586-979-7550.

Rosie O'Grady's: St. Pat's Party, opens at 7 a.m. with green beer, Irish food and more. 24200 Grand River, Detroit. 313-535-6771.

Rosie O'Grady's: St. Pat's Party, opens at 7 a.m. with green beer, Irish food and more. 42012 Hayes, Clinton Twp. 586-286-0008.

Rosie O'Grady's: St. Pat's Party, opens at 7 a.m. with green beer, Irish food and special activities. 30400 Twenty-three Mile Road, Chesterfield Twp. 586-421-1962.

Rosie O'Gradys: St. Pat's Party, opens at 7 a.m. with green beer, Irish food and special activities and events. 175 W. Troy, Ferndale. 248-591-9163.

Sean O'Callaghan's: Opens at 6 a.m. with 95.5 FM (WKQI) broadcasting beginning at 9 a.m. and live music from the Shawn Riley Band, bagpipers, drink specials and giveaways. 821 Penniman, Plymouth. 734-459-6666.

Sevin Night Club: DJ Mark-E spinning '80s, '90s, hip-hop and rock mash-ups, 9 p.m. 40 W. Pike, Pontiac. 248-745-7461.

Shanahan's Irish Pub: Company of Strangers, 1-6 p.m. 17123 N. Laurel Park, Livonia. 734-462-2096.

Shores Inn: St. Patrick's Day Celebration, opens at 7 a.m. with giveaways, a heated patio, bagpipers, Irish menu, green beer and more. 23410 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores. 586-773-8940.

Silky's Martini & Music Cafe: The Pat Brennan Band, 9:30 p.m. 21931 Michigan, Dearborn. 313-565-6278.

Sindbad's Restaurant: "Shamrock Shindig," featuring Passages, 8 p.m. 100 St. Clair, Detroit. 313-822-7817.

Stout Irish Pub: St. Patrick's Day party, opens at 7 a.m. with an authentic Irish menu, green beer, bagpipes, Irish dancing, face painting, a party tent and music by Gerard Smith, Larry Conklin, Shawn Garth Walker and DJ Scottie Alexander. 125 E. Grand River, Brighton. 810-225-9571.

TC's Speakeasy Bar & Grill: St. Patrick's Day Party, featuring the Ragbirds, Paul's Big Radio, the New Tricks and more, 6 p.m. 207 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti. 734-483-4470.

The Ritz: Sex & Patriotism, 9 p.m. 24300 Hoover, Warren. 586-756-6140.

Tiki Bobs Cantina: Irish drinking songs, a chance to win a pot of gold, drink specials and music by DJ Rickey. 25 S. Saginaw, Pontiac. 248-335-6100.

Tipperary Pub: St. Patrick's Day Party, opens at 7 a.m. with Irish stew, Guinness beer and a heated tent. 8287 Southfield Fwy, Detroit. 313-271-5870.

Tonic: St. Patrick's Day Bash, with DJ Lyrikal, 9 p.m. 29 S. Saginaw, Pontiac. 248-334-7411.
Venue: "Venue O'Dearborn," St. Patrick's Day party with DJ Mike Scroggs, green drafts and specials, 9 p.m. 22048 Michigan Ave., Dearborn. 313-359-2799.

White Horse Inn: St. Patrick's Day Party, featuring Dennis Penars & Pat McDunn, 7:30 p.m. 1 E. High, Metamora. 810-678-2150.

Youngers Irish Tavern: The Bowzies, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. 120 S. Main, Romeo. 586-752-4400.

SUNDAY
O'Tooles: "Keggs & Eggs," featuring Bloody Mary bar and 16-ounce taps, 1-3 p.m. 205 W. Fifth, Royal Oak. 248-591-9226.

Tonic: St. Patrick's Day Recovery Party, with DJ Lyrikal, 9 p.m. 29 S. Saginaw, Pontiac. 248-334-7411

3/13/07

State of the City Address - Kwame Kilpatrick - Tues Mar 13th - Max M. Fisher Music Center - 7pm





Mayor Kilpatrick delivers his 6th State of the City Address tonight at 7pm at Fisher Theatre


Here is a link to last years rousing speech


Channel 4 is providing the live feed of the speech so tune in for all the details of the year to come in Detroit.









COUP DETROIT - The Berkley Front - Fri Mar 16th


Friday, March 16th
Berkley Front
3087 W. 12 Mile Rd.
wsg/ Walkways

3/12/07

The Maltese Falcon - Redford Theatre - Fri/Sat Mar 16-17th

The Redford Theatre
17360 Lahser Road, Detroit
313-537-2560


The Maltese Falcon
March 16 & 17, 2007
Tickets - $4.00




Humphrey Bogart-Mary Astor-Sidney Greenstreet

A story as explosive as his blazing automatics!
A guy without a conscience!
A dame without a heart!
He's as fast on the draw as he is in the drawing room!
Plus "Bugs Bunny Rides Again"

3/8/07

25th Annual St. Patrick's Parade Corktown Races - Sun Mar 11th



25th Annual St. Patrick's Parade Corktown Races
Sunday, March 11, 2007
1/4 Mile Kids Run
11:30 AM
1.5 Mile Walk/4 Mile Run
12:00 Noon
Tiger Stadium @ Michigan Avenue & Trumbull

300 - Metro Detroit Movie Theatres - Fri Mar 9th



5 reviews
3001hr 57min - Rated R - Action/Adventure/Drama/War - Trailer - IMDb

Phoenix Theatres Bel-Air Centre10100 East 8 Mile Road, Detroit, MI - Map12:01am 12:30

MJR Southgate 2015651 Trenton Road, Southgate, MI - Map11:59

MJR Marketplace Sterling Heights Cinema 2035400 Van Dyke, Sterling Heights, MI - Map11:59

AMC Star Gratiot 2135705 Gratiot Avenue, Clinton Township, MI - Map12:01am

Birmingham - Palladium 12250 North Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham, MI - Map12:01am

AMC Forum 30 with IMAX44681 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights, MI - Map12:01am

Thursday Blowout


3/7/07

Detroit Blues Festival - Detroit Opera House - Sat Mar 10th


DETROIT BLUES FESTIVAL
Sat/Mar 10, 2007
4pm & 8:30 pm

Bobby "Blue" Bland, Marvin Sease, Mel Waiters, Floyd Taylor,Theodis Ealey, Latimore, Shirley Brown, Bobby Rush

Tickets $50.50 - $58.00
Detroit Opera House
1526 Broadway, Detroit
(313) 961-3500

Tour of the Town - Ferndale - Fri Mar 9th 6-10pm


Hamtramck Blowout - Wed-Thur-Fri-Sat Mar 7th-10th



hamtramck Blowout Weekend 2007

Starts tonight and runs through Saturday

Check the bands playing

Buy a wristband

Eat at Polish Village Cafe on Sunday

3/3/07

Total Lunar Eclipse - Saturday 5:44pm


There will be a total eclipse of the moon tonight and should be an great opportunity to snap some kickass photos of the moon in a large red state.
Small event at the Detroit Science Center from 6-8pm for telescope viewing and other related activities.

Opening Day Tiger Tickets on sale today




"Tickets for 2007 Opening Day at Comerica Park will soon be available for purchase. Since there are a limited number of tickets available, applicants must fill out and submit the online registration form to participate in this opportunity to purchase up to two tickets.In order to be eligible for this opportunity, you must complete and submit the online entry form before 11:59 PM ET on Sunday, March 11, 2007. The Tigers will then conduct a random selection of winners from the pool of registrants. Those selected will be notified via e-mail no later than Friday, March 16." - Tigers.com

American Baby Faire - Novi - Sat Mar 3rd/4th



American Baby Faire

Rock Financial Showplace (Hall A)
March 3-4 2007
Saturday 10-5/Sunday 10-5
Adults: $8 Grandparents and children under 12: FREE
46100 Grand River Avenue, Novi
Parking: $5