SPORTS


May 31: "Catch Me If You Can" Fishing Festival for Children & Young Adults-Held at the William H. Haithco Rec. Area, Saginaw.  Win prizes for catching "the big one" and, new this year, come and see boats and recreational equipment along with learning more about fishing.  You can make a fish print shirt to take home!  If you don't know how to fish and do not have the equipment, the first 200 contestants will receive a free fishing pole!  Supplies and people to help you fish will be on-site.  Win trophies and all children registered will be entered into a drawing to win a free charter fishing trip!  Schedule, info. and prices are: $3 per child that includes lunch and a fishing pole, (*Note-for the first 200 registered).  Registration-Call in advance to receive an entry form at 790-5280 or you may register the day of event from 7:30am-9am.  If you would like to Pre-Register, form must be sent with entry fee of $3 per child BY MAY 29 to the Saginaw County Parks & Rec.    Fishing contest runs from 7:30am-11am.  Age Categories: 5 years & under; 6-11 years; 12-15 years old.  Hands-on Learning/kids demos and activities will take place throughout the day: From 9am-1pm there will be a Boat & Rec. Show; Lunch, (adults will pay $3 extra) at 11:15am; Awards & Prize Giveaway from Noon-12:30pm.  Please bring a bucket to transport your fish to the measuring station.  Bait will be sold on-site. 

May 24: Saginaw Sting Indoor Arena Football-Saginaw Sting vs. Chicago Slaughter.  Game begins at 7:30pm, held at the Dow Event Center Arena, Saginaw. Admission. 

Jun. 6: Saginaw Sting Indoor Arena Football-Saginaw Sting vs. Muskegon Thunder-Game begins at 7:30pm with admission.  Held at the Dow Event Center, Saginaw. 

Jun. 7: Kid's Free Fishing Fun Day-The 28th Annual Kid's Fishing Day will be held at Ojibway Island, Saginaw, from 8-10am.  The contest is for children ages 3-15 years.  Registration begins at 7:30am at the Island.  The first 400 children will receive a goodie bag and snack.  Please bring your own fishing pole and bait.  There will be many prizes including bicycles and fishing gear given away this year.  No pre-registration required, (registration will be held on the Island the day of event.)

Jun. 17: Annual Scholarship Golf Scramble-Held at The Sawmill Golf Club, Saginaw.  8am registration and 9am shotgun start.  $100 per golfer, $400/foursome includes 18 holes and cart, lunch at the turn, drink tickets, buffet BBQ dinner, chance to win $10,000 for hole-in-one, prizes.  You do not need to be an MSU grad to participate-All Golfers Welcome!  Contact Dave Corcoran at 799-6581; fax at 686-4676 or visit corcorand@chartermi.net. 


AUDITIONS

Jun. 18-19: Auditions for "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe"-Auditions are held from 6:30-8:30pm, held at the Bay City Players, Columbus Ave., Bay City.  Please arrive a few minutes early to fill out audition forms.  Director Robin Devereaux is looking for 16 speaking roles, male & female, ages 8-17 and 8-10 "extra" roles for ages 8-17.  Also needed are youth to work with lighting, sound, backstage, costumes and publicity as well as several parent volunteers.  Performance dates are Aug. 7-10.  The play tells the story of 4 children who go to live with an old uncle during WWI.  While playing hide & seek, Lucy, the youngest of the children, finds a wardrobe which leads to a magical land called Narnia.  However, Narnia is being ruled by the evil White Witch who has made it snow for 100 years, and, according to an old prophecy", Edmund, Lucy, Peter and Susan the "chosen ones" who will defeat the witch.  They are assisted by the true ruler of Narnia, the lion, Aslan.  Auditions are open to the public & newcomers are welcome!  Those auditioning will be asked to read selections from the script.  Scripts are available from the check-out from the Bay City Players office for a $10 refundable deposit and due back no later than June 13th.  Please call the office at 893-5555 for more info.  

CINEMA

May 23: "Daddy Long Legs" The 1955 movie with Fred Astaire and Leslie Caron.  An Oscar-nominated musical about a millionaire who falls in love with an 18-year-old Parisian orphan and becomes her secret benefactor.  2pm, held at the Castle Museum of Saginaw.  Admission is free with general admission to the museum. 

May 23: The Valley Film Society of SVSU Film Selection Meeting-The membership will nominate films for the next season of the VFS.  Anyone who joins the VFS for the next season may nominate films either at this meeting or by mail.  Meeting to be held in room Curtiss 100, SVSU campus.  Call (989) 964-4015 for times. 

May 29: "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers"-Son, Adam, would like to find a bride.  In the town he meets Milly, who he woos into marring him and takes her back to the homestead where she meets Adam's uncivilized brothers.  Temple Theatre People's Choice Film.  Organ prelude begins at 12:15pm with show at 12:45pm.  Cost is $7 adults for film only.  Call 754-SHOW for more details.

Jun. 12: "The Philadelphia Story"-This 1940 romantic story is about a bride-to-be whose plans are complicated by the simultaneous arrival of her ex-husband.  A Temple Theatre People's Choice Film, held at the Temple Theatre, N. Washington, Saginaw.  Organ prelude at 12:15 with film at 12:45pm.  Admission for movie only is $7.  Call 754-SHOW for more info.


INFORMATION 

May 31: The Saginaw Fraternal Order of Police Annual Civic Trash Bag Sale-Ending of this event is May 31st.  If we missed you, call 799-6166 or (800) 205-7174 and we will arrange to have a box of World Famous Yellow Trash Bags delivered to your door.  Big Yellow Trash Bag Hotline-799-6166 or (800) 205-7174.

June 1st-July 31st: Saginaw Celebrates Summer!  More than 50 events will take place at over a dozen venues throughout Saginaw and the Celebration Square area.  The list of events includes: Concerts, Stage Shows, Jazz Performances, Art Fairs, Workshops, Films, Exhibitions, Nature Hikes and much, much more!  Many of these events are free or have a reduced ticket price for members.  This will be an eight-week collaboration celebrating the arts, nature and the humanities with events for the whole family to enjoy!  This will be a great way for families to celebrate the diversity, heritage and vibrancy of Saginaw's arts, humanities and natural resources.  Keep watching for updates in further issues of The Review Magazine! 

June 10-Aug. 26: 'Thrifty Tuesdays' at the Zoo-The Children's Zoo at Celebration Square will be open from 10am-5pm and enjoy half-price admission every Tuesday, all summer long!  Zoo members are free.  Come out to support the Zoo with live animals, concessions, special events, carousel, train and much, much more!  Bring the whole family out to see the Zoo at half-price!  Great for families or a special day out for all of your friends!   

INSTRUCTION/LECTURE


May 29: MATRIX:MIDLAND presents Meet Constance Ramos-Host of HGTV's new series "Color Correction", Constance will give some clever solutions to your color dilemmas.  She will share her passion for design, offering ideas and tips for transforming "off-color" homes into fresh, new and inviting spaces with a sensible balance of color.  Held at the Midland Center for the Arts Auditorium at 7:30pm.  Tickets are $30 which includes complimentary beverage and meeting Ms. Ramos after the program.  Tickets available at the MCFTA box office, by phone at 631-8250 or at www.mcfta.org.

Jun. 2: Analyzing Politics, Media and the Law with host speaker Jeffrey Toobin-CNN senior analyst and best-selling author of "The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court" discusses the disturbing impact of politics on the rule of law in the United States.  7:30pm, Midland Center for the Arts, Little Theatre, Midland.  Part of MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival.  Tickets $17; available at the MCFTA box office or by calling the ticket office at 631-8250 or visit www.mcfta.org.   

Jun. 2: Tasty Tales presents a "Read & Feed" program for children ages 3-7 years.  Held at Carriage House Hall, Midland, at 1:30pm.  Session features two classic stories and a themed snack an a look at an object or two.  The feature will be "Appalachia Folk Tales"-Aunt Nancy and Cousin Lazybones and Soap! Soap! Soap!  Tasty treat will be French Toast.  Admission is $4 per child or $3 for MCHS member child.  Adult chaperones and babies are no charge! 

Jun. 4: J. Craig Venter-Our Genomic Future-7:30pm, Midland Center for the Arts, Little Theatre, Midland.  Biologist and genetics pioneer, J. Craig Venter, will present "Our Genomic Future-Emerging Technologies That Will Change the World".  Dr. Venter is regarded as one of the leading scientists of the 21st century for his invaluable contributions in genomic research.  He speaks passionately about the impact genomi information will have on the future of biology and medicine, as well as the complex relationship between genes, environment, disease and behavior: from positively impacting human health and better treating disease, to enabling a better understanding of the environment and potentially creating new biological sources of energy.  Part of MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival.  Tickets are $27 adults and $17 students; available at the MCFTA box office, or by calling 631-8250.  Visit www.mcfta.org for more information. 

Jun. 7: Walking History Tour-"Ghosts Up Close"-Ghosts-Legends-Crimes.  Take a walk back in history and hear the stories and tales of the notorious riverfront where saloons and brothels lined "Hell's Half Mile".  Tour leaves at 4pm from the Bay City Antique Center at 3rd and Water Streets, Bay City.  Admission is $5 adults and $12 & under are free!  For more info. call the Antique Center at 893-5733.

Jun. 9-19: Library's Summer Reading Program for Children, Teens and Adults-"Catch the Reading Bug", the Public Libraries of Saginaw is holding a free program designed to encourage reading all summer long.  To sign up, simply visit any Saginaw library branch from June 9th through June 19.  Participants will receive a reading record to mark off time spent reading, listening to audio books or listening to someone else read.  All those completing the reading goals will receive special Summer Reading Program incentive prizes, such as a color changing cup, back sacks, lunch coolers, and T-shirts.  Adults who complete the program will also be entered into a special drawing for prizes.  The last day to report & receive prizes is July 26, 2008.  All programs are Free and families are welcome.  For more information please call 755-9826. 

Jun. 10-20: Explore Art   Day Camp!-Held at the Saginaw Art Museum.  Try a great variety of media each day while creating fantastic art with sculpture, drawing, paint and even food!  Class is for ages 6-10 years old.  Classes held from 10am-Noon.  Cost is $70 for members and $75 for non-members.  Call the Saginaw Art Museum at 754-2491 for further information.  A GREAT WAY for your children to spend quality time at the Museum this summer! 

Jun. 11: "Pond Life"-Join the Saginaw County Mosquito Abatement and Saginaw County Parks in exploring the edges of Haithco Lake and small ponds to discover the aquatic life within.  Look for frogs, toads, fish, damselflies, dragonflies and much more!  Held at the William H. Haithco Parks & Rec. Area, Saginaw, from 1-2pm.  Gate fee is $5 per car.  Program is free! 



HAPPENINGS

May 23-24: Townwide Attic Sales!  Held from 9am-5pm in the Village of Chesaning.  Over 85 sites in a square mile will hold special sales. 

May 24: Cemeteries of Bay City Tour-Visit the final resting places and the stories of the pioneers, industry titans, heroes and gold-rush adventurers of Bay City.  The tour will visit one or more local cemeteries including Elm Lawn and Oak Ridge.  Tour boards at 2pm, at 3rd and Water Streets, Bay City.  Tickets, $8 adults and $4 for those under 12 available at the Bay City Antique Center, N. Water Street, Bay City.  For more info., call 893-5733.

May 24-25: Dog Bowl 2008-Pet Parade, Dog Breeds of the World Show, Wienerdog races, Stupid Pet Tricks, Rockin' Dog look-alike contest, vendors.  Pet friendly dining and lodging available.  Held at Frankenmuth River Place, S. Main Street, Frankenmuth.  Call 1-800-600-0105 for more info.

May 25: Theodore Roethke's Centennial Birthday-Held at the Andersen Enrichment Center, Saginaw, from 1-4pm.  Celebrate Saginaw's only Pulitzer Prize Winning Poet where there will be Poetry Reading Stations; Books on Sale and the Roethke Video-"In Dark Times".  Take a walk across the Court Street Bridge and participate in a fundraising dinner held at Jake's Restaurant at 6pm.  Dinner tickets are $55 per person.  Call the Andersen Enrichment Center at 759-1363  for more info.

May 26: Saginaw Memorial Day Parade-Parade begins at 10am on Washington Ave. at Federal, traveling South to the Veteran's Memorial Plaza in front of Hoyt Park, Saginaw.

Jun. 3: Try the Trail Nights-Even more reasons to walk the Saginaw Valley Rail Trail!  The Trail has teamed up with the Michigan Rec. & Park Association and Blue Cross/Blue Shield to hold Walk Michigan/Walking Works events!  Each night that you walk the trail, your name will be entered in a drawing to win a trip to Mackinaw Island!  Trip includes 4 days/3 night stay at Mission Point Resort on August 29-September 1.  Learn more about the Trail with an opportunity to talk to Park Employees with hand-outs of the map of the Rail Trail and other park information as well as to sign up for the trip to Mackinaw Island.  There will also be some "Try the Trail" events with additional organizations for you to meet, such as-Friends of the Saginaw Valley Rail Trail, the Stable or Step-Up Saginaw.  "Try the Trail" is held at the Van Wormer Road parking lot at the corner of Swan Creek Road & Van Wormer Road from 5:30-7pm.  Cost is Free!  *Important Note!  The NEXT TRY THE TRAIL NIGHT WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 17 with the same schedule. 

Jun. 4: Senior Day at the Zoo!  Seniors, ages 65+, can enjoy a free day at the Children's Zoo at Celebration Square!  See how far the Zoo has come with many new animals,

Jun. 4: Dog Days of Summer!  Back by popular demand and for another joyous season!  Bring your dog pal(s) out to Imerman Memorial Park, Midland Road, just a few miles from Freeland.  You'll have a GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO MEET NEW PEOPLE who love their companions as much as you do!  Also, your pet will love the chance to romp outside in an enclosed, safe environment.  You will also have the chance to win cool doggie door prizes, courtesy of Pet Supplies Plus.  Held from 6-8pm.  Free! 

Jun. 4: Jazz on Jefferson-Enjoy free entertainment all along Jefferson Avenue, Saginaw, with street musicians, performers, outdoor cafe, food vendors and a concert held at First Congregational Church at 7:30pm featuring the Saucecats.  Visit the Castle Museum, Hoyt Public Library, and many other locations in Saginaw for an evening of fun!  Events will be held from 5-8pm.  For more information and events, call 752-2861. 

Jun. 5: "Bowls, Berries & The Big Screen"-6pm, held at the State Theatre of Bay City.  This is a fundraiser for the State Theatre's Operating Fund.  Enjoy ice cream with toppings from a homemade bowl created by a local artist, (which you can keep!), while watching a film that has become a family classic: "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory".  Admission is $20 adults, $10 children and $5 for the movie only!  Please call the State Theatre of Bay City at 892-2660 for more info. 

Jun. 5: Mid-Michigan Children's Museum-Special Ribbon Cutting and children reeive a free gift!  Ribbon cutting is held at 11am.  Part of "Saginaw Celebrates Summer."

Jun. 7: Saginaw Railway Museum Event-See the following sites: 1907 Pere Marquette passenger depot and an 1880's manual interlocking tower, a massive and ever-growing HO Scale layout in the basement of the Museum, several pieces of rolling stock including two cabooses, a rare outside-frame wood boxcar, and a 1930's C&O crew car, which houses the Etter Railroad Library.  See two locomotives currently undergoing restoration, 1943 US Navy yard engine, a rare Alco RS-1 locomotive and more!  Museum is open from 1-4pm.  Admission is $2 per person or $5 per family.  The Saginaw Railway Museum is located at 900 Maple Street, Saginaw.  For more info. call 790-7994.  *Note-The next Railway Museum will be held on June 21st.  Same information applies. 

Jun. 9: MATRIX:MIDLAND Presents "Chef's Table at The H Hotel"-Celebrate the unvieling of Midland's hottest new downtown destination with chef demonstrations at each of its restaurants, culminating in a delectable dessert in the new courtyard.  Held at 1:30pm, The H Hotel, 111 W. Main Street, Midland.  Visit www.thehotel.colce.com for more information.  Tickets TBA.

Jun. 9: Using Native Plants in Your Landscape-Seminar held at Green Point Environmental Learning Center, from 6-7pm with program at 7-8pm.  Native Plant Sale included. 

Jun. 11: Japan Day-Japanese Cultural Center, Tea House & Gardens.  Held at the Japanese Tea House, Saginaw.  Bonsai display, Kimono dressing demonstration, tea ceremony.  Held from Noon-5pm.  Free!  *Note-The Saginaw Trolley will run the Celebration Square loop between Andersen Enrichment Center and the Children's Zoo. 

Jun. 11: D.E.A.R. at the Zoo- (Drop Everything and Read)-Held at the Children's Zoo at Celebration Square, Saginaw, from 10am-7pm.  This event promotes family reading and storytelling.  Each child who attends will receive a free book!  Author visits, storytelling, amphitheater programs and a fun family evening program.  Presented by the READ Association, area organizations and businesses.  Regular admission to the Zoo and Zoo members are free!  For more info. on this special event at the Zoo, call 759-1408.  *Note-The Saginaw Trolley will run the Celebration Square loop between Andersen Enrichment Center & the Children's Zoo.

Jun. 11: Art & Garden Festival-This event, held at the Andersen Enrichment Center, Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw, features demonstrations, art and garden vendors, a silent auction, lunch and the famous strawberry shortcake!  10am-3pm.  Free admission!  *Note-The Saginaw Trolley will run the Celebration Square loop between Andersen Enrichment Center & the Children's Zoo.   

Jun. 12: Guitar Hero Headlines Teen Fest 2008-All area teens in 6th through 12th grades are invited to Teen Fest, for a great time playing 'Guitar Hero', from 4-7pm, held at the Hoyt Library of Saginaw.  It will also feature music, games, relays, food & entertainment.  For all 6th-12th graders in Saginaw County.  For more information, please call 755-0904.  

Jun. 12-15: Frankenmuth Bavarian Festival-Sing and dance to German bands, enjoy traditional German foods and beverages as well as fun activities.  Held at Heritage Park, Frankenmuth.  Admission.  For a full schedule of activities call 1-800-FUN-FEST. 


ART

May 22: Open Studios: Figure Drawing-For those looking to hone their skills without benefit of formal instruction.  Kiel Darling will be the facilitator.  Pre-registration required as space is limited!  Cost is $10 per student.  Held at the Saginaw Art Museum, N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw.  Call 754-2491 ext. 206 for more instructions. 

Thru May 30: "Art at the Andersen" featuring artist Victoria Scelfo-Victoria is a self-taught, award-winning artist whose unique collection of watercolors and acrylics are a must to see!  Held at the Andersen Enrichment Center, Saginaw.  Hours: Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm.  Call 759-1363 for more info. 

Thru May 31: Napkin Ring Display-A local collector will display their antique napkin rings from the turn of the century during the month of May.  Held at the Antique Warehouse, Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw.  Free exhibit. 

Jun. 1: Children's Art Festival-Art activities, performances, games and prizes along with concession and art exhibits.  1-5pm, held at the Saginaw Art Museum, N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw.  Admission is free for children, $5 for non-members adults 16 and older.  For more info. call the Saginaw Art Museum at 754-2491. 

Jun. 1-30: Pink Vista Dinnerware Display-A collection of Pink Vista Dinnerware will be on display during the month of June.  Held at the Antique Warehouse, Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw.  Call 753-5719 for more information on this exhibit. 

Jun. 5: The Antique Walk-Presented by The Antique Center.  Held in downtown Bay City from 5-8pm.  Look for RED BALLOONS marking participating establishments!  The Gallery Walk is a free event all within walking distance.  For a map and more information, visit www.gallerywalkbc.com. 

Thru Jun. 8: Lois Teicher-"A Sculptural Retrospective, 1979-2008"-On view will be more than 50 works, including major fabricated metal sculptures, maquettes, (small models of planned sculptures), and whimsical drawings spanning her career since 1979.  Teicher's monochromatic works consist of forms reduced to simple, geometric shapes, utilizing modern materials and technology.  Lois Teicher's work can be seen at the Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw.

Jun. 15: Open Studio for Ages 16+-Painting for ages 16+ with Jeremy Wallace, facilitator.  Held at the Saginaw Art Museum, from 1:30-4:30pm.  $7 pre-registration required!  Space is limited so call the Saginaw Art Museum at 754-2491 to register. 

From the Permanent Collection-Ongoing Exhibits at the Castle Museum of Saginaw-"Lady Justice"-In the Mid-1800's on rooftop parapets of the Old Saginaw County Courthouse, four ten-foot statues made of zinc were installed.  In the 1970's, the statues went missing and Lady Justice was found in a cornfield up north and purchased by Executive Director Irene Hensinger who wanted the statue to be placed on top of the Clock Tower, but the condition was too fragile.  She has been donated to the Castle Museum for all to see.  "Revealing Our Buried Past: The Archaeological Story of the Saginaw Valley"-This exhibit tells the story of Saginaw Valley's rich archaeological history through carefully designed combination of text, professional photographs, video and artifacts spanning over 5,000 years.  Learn about the native peoples and changing geography of the region.  See this incredible story fro the glacier era to the first European contact.  Located in three newly renovated rooms on the lower level of the museum.  "The Gig"-The 1859 lifeboat that survived 1700 miles of the Pacific Ocean after the U.S.S. Saginaw was shipwrecked and on display in Centennial Hall.  Don't miss the harrowing story of five men how manned the lifeboat to save their crewmates.  "Spendless Seemore Circus"-In several alcoves of the museum, this homage, an annual South Middle School fundraiser which began in the 1930's to keep the school afloat during the Great Depression, can be seen.  Being such a success the event was continued into the 1950's.  The exhibit consists of photographs and ephemera related to this fun, memorable piece of Saginaw's history.  Also on exhibit: Stop by and see the Mobile Kaleidoscope and be amazed as colors and textures meld into incredible moving designs!  Post Office Gallery-An homage to the Museum's original use and features a video on the history of the Castle Post Office and access to the Catwalks used by postmasters as an early form of worker surveillance.  The Castle Museum is located at 500 Federal Ave., Downtown Saginaw.  For museum hours, admission and events, call (989) 752-2861 or visit www.castlemuseum.org. 


THEATER


May 20-23: "The Pillowman"-A play by Martin McDonagh.  7:30pm, SVSU Studio Theatre, Saginaw Valley State University campus.  For more info. on this play, please call (989) 964-4261. 

May 30: "Kids In The Hall"-Royal Oak Music Theatre.  Tickets available at the Royal Oak Box Office; all Tickets.com outlets or charge by phone at (800) 919-6272. 

Jun. 12-15: MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival presents Dream Engine-The innovative Dream Engine, a creative company from the UK, will perform their unique free, outdoor performances at the parking lots of Midland Center for the Arts and at Dow Diamond.  The visually stunning, large-scale aerial performances fuse the daredevil with beautiful acrobatic work.  There will be two different performances: On June 13 & 14 only-they will perform "Heliosphere"-a weightless aerialist suspended beneath huge helium-filled balloon explores the uncharted space between street level and rooftops.  The Heliosphere rises and falls to a wistful musical soundtrack as the Helionaut tumbles and turns with balletic grace and beauty  At night, the Heliosphere becomes alive with  internal color-changing light show.  The next show, held on June 12 & 15, will be "The Conedancers"-This show offers a 21st century maypole tradition that parodies every folk dance you have ever seen!  Two aerialists, bathed in music and light, walk up the sides of an 8-meter high, air-filled cone where they begin to dance, tumbling and turning around opposite sides.  Acrobatic and upbeat, passionate and moving, this US premiere of Conedancers is a spectacular performance of suspended choreography.  The troupe will perform a 20-minute show, twice daily, June 12-15, and alternating their locations between the Midland Center for the Arts parking lot and the Dow Diamonds.  Schedule: June 12: The Conedancers will hold their act in the MCFTA parking lot at 6:30pm and 9:30pm.  June 13-"Heliosphere" will perform at Dow Diamond at 6pm and 9:30pm.  June 14-"Heliosphere" will perform in the parking lot of the MCFTA.  June 15-"The Conedancers" will perform at Dow Diamond at 6pm and 8pm.  *Note-Performances will be cancelled if inclement weather threatens the performers' safety.  Please visit www.mcfta.org for updates.  All performances are FREE and GREAT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!! 

Jun. 13: Craig Ferguson-Comedy Show.  Royal Oak Music Theatre.  Tickets available at the Royal Oak Box Office; all Tickets.com  outlets or by phone at (800) 919-6272. 


CONCERTS

May 22: Kanye West "Glow in the Dark Tour" featuring special guests Rihanna, N.E.R.D. & Lupe Fiasco-The Palace of Auburn Hills, 7pm.  Tickets available at all Ticketmaster locations. 

May 22: Tim McGraw wsg Jason Aldean and Halfway to Hazard-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  All Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. 

May 23: Dave Mason-8pm, The Ark, Ann Arbor.  Singer-guitarist and Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame member.  Tickets $30; available at all Ticketmaster. 

May 23: Eddie Money wsg Impossible Tuesday-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $34.50 pavilion, $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

May 23: Magic 80's Prom wsg Tom Waite-Fun & dancing 80's style!  Doors at 6:30pm with concert at 6:30pm, held at Royal Oak Music Theatre.  For tickets go to Tickets.com or call (248) 399-2980.  *Note-18+ only! 

May 24: Jason Mraz wsg Matt Nathanson-The Fillmore, Detroit.  All Livenation.com. 

May 25: Rilo Kiley-7pm, Royal Oak Music Theatre, Rochester Hills.  New heros of the indie rock scene, featuring sultry pop female-led vocals.  Tickets $22.50-$25; available at Tickets.com; the Royal Oak Box Office at (248) 399-2980 or 1-800-919-6272.

May 26: Detroit Electronic Music Festival featuring Speedy J w/Scott Pagano-Held at Hart Plaza, Downtown Detroit, from 2pm-midnight.  Cost is $40 for weekend pass, $150 for VIP tickets.  Call your local Ticketmaster for tickets.  

May 28: MATRIX:MIDLAND presents Bernadette Peters-8pm, Midland Center for the Arts Theatre.  A glamorous songbook evening celebrating Broadway shows with a 28-piece orchestra led by Ms. Peter's music director, Marvin Laird.  The evening will include popular standards by Rodgers & Hammerstein and Stephen Sondheim, amoung others.  Tickets are $37, $48, $57; available at the MCFTA box office, by phone at 631-8250 or online at www.mcfta.org. 

May 30: MATRIX:MIDLAND presents Rissi Palmer-7:30pm, Midland Center for the Arts-Outdoors at Dow Gardens.  Gates open at 5:30pm.  Enjoy the sweet, soulful sounds of one of country music's hottest new singers.  Tickets are $29 general admission-lawn seating only.  Tickets available at the MCFTA box office, by calling 631-8250 or online at www.mcfta.org.  *Note-you are invited to bring a blanket or chair, a picnic dinner and unwind in our special Garden Pub & Patio before the concert.  In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Midland Center for the Arts Auditorium. 

May 30: Badfish, A Tribute to Sublime wsg Scotty Don't-An homage to the 90's band Sublime, whose career was cut short by singer Brad Nowell's untimely overdose in 1996.  If you never got to see them live, this is your chance to keep memories alive at sold-out shows from coast-to-coast.  Doors at 7pm and held at Clutch Cargo's, Pontiac.  Tickets are $16 in advance; available at all Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. 

May 30, 31, Jun. 1: A Kevin Cole Concert Honoring Bay City Players at 90: The Bay City Players will present four concerts by Kevin Cole.  Schedule: Friday & Saturday evening performances begin at 8pm.  Saturday and Sunday matinees begin at 3pm.  Tickets are $20; available at the Bay City Players, 1214 Colunbus Ave., in Bay City.  This special concert concludes the Players' celebration of its 90th anniversary of community theater.  This program will be filled with favorite American music from some of the Theatre's finest song writers.  Composers include Irving Berlin, Richard Rodgers, Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Harold Arlen, Hugh Martin, Stephen Sondheim & Jerome Kern.  The Bay City Players box office is open Monday-Saturday from Noon to 2pm and 7-9pm; Sunday from 2-3:30pm.  For more information on this very special event, please call 893-5555. 

May 31: "Making the Band" tour and Danity Kane-The Fillmore, Detroit.  All Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. 

May 31: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers wsg Steve Winwood-8pm, The Palace of Auburn Hills.  Tickets $99.50, $55 reserved; $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster locations. 

Jun. 1: The Breeders w/Kim & Kelly Deal-The Magic Stick, Detroit.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 4: Stone Temple Pilots -The Fillmore, Detroit.  All Ticketmaster or Livenation.com. 

Jun. 4: Jazz on Jefferson presents street musicians, performers, arts and crafts, outdoor cafe, food vendors and a Concert by The Saucecats.  Concert begins at 7pm at the First Congregational Church, Saginaw. 

Jun. 4: Death Cab for Cutie-The 89X Birthday Bash-Fox Theatre, Detroit.  All Ticketmaster or Livenation.com.  More bands scheduled to play. 

Jun. 4: James Taylor and His Band of Legends-8pm, Meadow Brook Music Theatre, Rochester Hills.  Tickets $65, $45 pavilion; $24.50 lawn.  All Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. 

Jun. 4: Natasha Bedingfield wsg The Veronicas-St. Andrew's Hall, Detroit  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 5: She Wants Revenge wsg Be Your Own Pet-St. Andrew's Hall, Detroit.  Tickets available at LiveNation.com. 

Jun. 5: Umphrey's McGee-Intersection, Grand Rapids.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 6: Alicia Keys wsg Ne-Yo & Jordin Sparks-8pm, The Palace of Auburn Hills.  Tickets $100, $75, $49.50, $39.50.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 7: The Raconteurs-Fronted by The White Stripes' Jack White.  The Fillmore, Detroit.  Doors at 6pm with tickets at $35; available at all Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. 

Jun. 8: The Raconteurs wsg Black Lips-The Fillmore, Detroit.  Doors at 6pm.  Tickets $35; available at LiveNation.com. 

Jun. 8: Temple Theatre Organ Club-Organ concert at the Temple Theatre of Saginaw.  Concert starts at 2pm and is free! 

Jun. 8: Marcia Ball-The Ark, Ann Arbor.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 8-14: Bay City Players presents Youtheatre Performances-The Bay City Youtheatre will hold its 35th annual summer presentation at the Bay City Players Club, Bay City.  Performance times are: 10am, 2pm, and 7pm each day.  Eight different one-act plays will be performed, suitable for all ages.  Tickets are $3 per session, (each session includes 2-3 plays), or $5 for a three-day pass with admission to all performances, all days.  Tickets available at the door. 

Jun. 9: Dave Matthews Band wsg Alejandro Escovedo-DTE Music Theatre, 7pm, Clarkston.  Tickets $75 pavilion; $40 lawn.  All Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. 

Jun. 10: Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band-8pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $137.50 pavilion; $37.50 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 11: "True Colors" Tour featuring Cyndi Lauper, The B-52's, Rosie O'Donnell wsg Tegan & Sara and the Cliks with host Carson Kressley.  6pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $75, $50 pavilion; $20 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 11: Donita Sparks of L7-Magic Stick, Detroit.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 12: Amos Lee-Presented by MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival.  Unwind with a sultry evening of unique folk, blues and soul music, deeply rooted in American tradition and delivered to uplift and inspire.  Held in Dow Gardens, Midland, at 7:30pm.  Gates open at 5:30pm.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic dinner and enjoy!  Tickets are $32; available at the box office or by calling 800-523-7649.  You may also buy online at www.mcfta.org.  *Note-In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held indoors in the MCFTA Auditorium. 

Jun. 12: Special Showcase Concert featuring Hello Dave, Maybe August and Pinky Lee-7pm, State Theatre, Bay City.  Admission is $10.  For more information or for tickets,  call The State at 892-2660.

Jun. 12-14: Rock City Festival featuring-Sloan, Von Bondies, Matt & Kim, VHS or Beta, Thunderbirds Are Now! The Death Set, DJ Frankie Chan, Javelins-any many more!  Over 50 bands will play at the Majestic Theatre, Woodward Avel, Detroit.  Tickets: Weekend Pass is $30; Single Day Pass at $20; available at Detour-Mag.com.  You may also call (313) 833-9700. 

Jun. 14: John Michael Montgomery-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $37.50 pavilion; $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 15: Stevie Nicks wsg Boston-7pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $125, $75, $39.50 pavilion; $25 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 15: Saginaw Eddy Band plays "Play Ball"-Family concert, held at 7pm, Ojibway Island, Saginaw.  *Note-The Saginaw Gold Vintage Baseball Game will be held prior to concert.  Free! 

Jun. 16: Sara Hickman-The Ark, Ann Arbor.  All Ticketmaster locations. 

Jun. 17: Robert Plant and Alison Krauss-Fox Theatre, Detroit.  All Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. 

Jun. 17: Dethklok wsg Chimaira & Soilent Green-Clutch Cargo's, Pontiac.  Tickets available at LiveNation.com. 

Jun. 17: Steve Miller Band-DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 18: Jack Johnson wsg Mason Jennings & Money Mark-7pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $49.50 pavilion; $35 lawn.  All Ticketmaster.

Jun. 19: Summer Solstice Concert featuring Equinox-Held at the State Theatre of Bay City, 7pm.  Admission is $10 adults and $5 children.  For tickets and more info., call The State at 892-2660.

Jun. 19: Newsboys wsg Superchick & DecembeRadio-7pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $35 pavilion; $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 20: Bachman-Cummings-Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings will team up for this special concert.  7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre.  Tickets $45, $32 pavilion; $15 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 21: WKCQ Country Music Festival-Held on Ojibway Island, Saginaw, with the day beginning at 9am.  One-day concert showcasing the talents of nationally known, as well as, up and coming artists.  Special guests: Joe Nichols and Tracy Lawrence.  Free! 

Jun. 21: Fresh Rhymes & Videotape Tour featuring Dilated Peoples, The Alchemist, Aceyalone and 88-Keys-Guests will be treated to exclusive video premieres, installations, giveaways, and more from indie Hip-Hop's finest performers!  St. Andrew's Hall, Detroit.  Doors at 7:30pm with tickets at $18.50 in advance.  Tickets available at LiveNation.com. 

Jun. 21: Chicago wsg The Doobie Brothers-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre.  Tickets $67.50, $39.50 pavilion; $25 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 22: ABBA: The Tour, (Tribute Show)-8pm, Meadow Brook Music Theatre, Rochester Hills.  Tickets $32.50 pavilion; $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 24: Stevie Wonder-DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 27: Steve Miller Band wsg Joe Cocker-7pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $59.50, $39.50 pavilion; $25 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jun. 29: The Temptations wsg The Four Tops-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre.  Tickets $36.50 pavilion; $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jul. 1: Less Than Jake wsg Goldfinger, Big D and The Kids Table, Suburban Legends-Royal Oak Music Theatre.  Tickets available at the Royal Oak box office; at all Tickets.com or charge by phone at (800) 919-6272. 

Jul. 3: Gin Blossoms wsg Pat McGee-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $34.50 pavilion; $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jul. 3: "1964-The Tribute", (Beatles Tribute Show)-8pm, Meadow Brook Music Theatre, Rochester Hills.  Tickets $20 pavilion; $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jul. 3-6: SPECIAL EVENT Presented by the Rothbury Think Tank on Climate Change & Renewable Energy.  A Sustainable Camping Festival Celebrating Music, Art & Action!  Tentative Bands to appear: Dave Matthews Band, Widespread Panic, John Mayer, 311, Phil Lesh & Friends, Primus, Snoop Dogg, Modest Mouse, Gov't Mule, Slightly Stoopid, Taj Mahal, Zappa Plays Zappa, Jacob Dylan & the Green Mountain Rebels, Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi Soul Stew Revival-And Many, Many More!!   The location is the Double JJ Ranch, Rothbury, MI.  For more information such as tickets and camping information visit www.rothburyfestival.com. 

Jul. 4: "Ted, White & Blue" Tour featuring Ted Nugent wsg We Are The Fury-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jul. 5: Coldplay-7:30pm, The Palace of Auburn Hills.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jul. 5: Jonas Brothers wsg Demi Lovato-7pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $67, $57 pavilion; $32.50 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jul. 7: Bon Jovi wsg The All-American Rejects-7:30pm, The Palace of Auburn Hills.  Tickets $132, $55, $39.50 reserved.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jul. 11: Martina McBride wsg Jack Ingram & Chris Young-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $49.50 pavilion; $25 lawn.  All Ticketmaster. 

Jul. 13: Creedence Clearwater Revisited-7:30pm, DTE Music Theatre, Clarkston.  Tickets $34.50 pavilion; $10 lawn.  All Ticketmaster.