Monday, November 12, 2012
The Royal Oak Barnes & Noble chooses Beaumont Children’s Hospital as the local non-profit recipient of its Annual Holiday Book Drive.
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Monday, November 12, 2012
Barnes & Noble stores across the country invite customers to give the gift of reading to children in need during its annual Holiday Book Drive, taking place now through Jan. 1. The Barnes & Noble Holiday Book Drive provides an opportunity for customers to donate books through locally designated non-profit organizations. Holiday Book Drive recipients throughout the country include schools, libraries, literacy organizations, family social service agencies and homeless centers. This year, the Royal Oak Barnes & Noble, located at 500 S. Main Street will be collecting books for Beaumont Children’s Hospital. “The Holiday Book Drive is one of our most popular community partnerships,” says Sarah DiFrancesco, Director of Business Development for …
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Check out this week's Patch picks.
This weekend Arts, Beats & Eats will be taking over downtown Royal Oak for a fun family weekend. If the festival isn't your thing there are plenty of other fun happenings nearby. 1. DINOSAURIA When/where: Runs now through Monday, Detroit Zoo Why go: Grab the family and go see the largest outdoor dinosaur exhibit of its kind in the country. There are more than 30 animatronic life-sized dinosaurs, kids will be able to excavate a dino dig site and sift for fossils, check out interesting biofacts including dinosaur teeth, claws and skulls, plus you get to walk through a simulated dinosaur rib cage! Pricing: $4 plus regular zoo admission: adults $12, seniors $10, children 2-14 years old $8. 2. A STORYTIME WITH LLAMA LLAMA When/where: Thursday 6…
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Detroit Zoological Park
8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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42.48575
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Barnes & Noble Booksellers
500 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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709387
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42.49017
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Main Art Theatre
118 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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709455
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42.488104
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D'amato's Neighborhood Restaurant
222 S Sherman Dr, Royal Oak, MI
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709287
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42.46067
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261 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI
GoComedy! Improv Theatre
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
Patch picks for the weekend as summer winds down.
Summer is winding down and back to school is looming ahead. It's time to get out and enjoy the weekend. Here are some ideas: 1. ARTS DU JOUR When/where: Thursday 6 p.m., Royal Oak Farmers Market Why go: This Arts, Beats & Eats preview party raises money for 10 charities in Royal Oak and Metro Detroit. The event will feature food samplings of 50 Metro Detroit restaurants, live music and strolling illusionists. More details on Arts du Jour Pricing: $75 What else: Ages 21 and up 2. SUMMER ZOOMANCE When/where: Thursday 6 p.m., Detroit Zoo Why go: Enjoy an adults-only twilight stroll among the wild at the Detroit Zoo. Live music will be performed at the Rackham fountain featuring the Kris Johnson Group. Food and adult beverages will be …
Thursday, June 9, 2011
There are lots of options for families, singles and couples this weekend.
Always plenty to do in and around Royal Oak on the weekends. Here are some suggestion: 1. CAMILO PARDO'S FUEL INJECTED SOLO EXHIBITION Where/when: 323 East Art Gallery, 323 E. Fourth St.; Saturday 6 p.m. Why go: Camilo Pardo's artwork features beautiful women and cars. His artist reception will be at 323 East on Saturday when his new collection of work will be unveiled. The new works are displayed on silkscreen on canvas, found objects and other surfaces, metal and more. There will also be ladies wearing designs created by Pardo. Pricing: Free 1. ALLAN GOODWIN Where/when: Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle, 310 S. Troy St.; Thursday 8 p.m. Why go: Have a night of laughs at the Comedy Castle with Allan Goodwin. He has beeen featured on America's …
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Check out this week's Patch picks.
This weekend Royal Oak has a variety of fun things going on. Whether you're looking for a night of laughs, music, or fun with the kids there's a lot to see and do that will provide an enjoyable evening. 1. SPRING FLING Where/when: Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile; Thursday 6 p.m., 21 and up Why go: The Spring Fling is a networking event that will take place among the butterflies and humming birds at the Zoo. Ticket price includes parking, one drink ticket and complimentary hors d’oeuvres. There will also be a cash bar available. Pricing: $15 for Zoo, Detroit Young Professionals, Fusion and After 5 Detroit members. $20 for non-members. 2. A SPECIAL STORY TIME FOR EASTER Where/when: Barnes & Noble, 500 S. Main St; Thursday 6:30 p.m. Why go: …
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Detroit Zoological Park
8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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710027
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42.48575
-83.14413
Barnes & Noble Booksellers
500 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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709387
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42.488087
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Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle
310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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1639027
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42.487354
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323 East
323 E 4th St, Royal Oak, MI
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Fifth Avenue
215 5th Ave, Royal Oak, MI
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Thursday, December 16, 2010
Music, benefits, comedy, film and more on tap in Royal Oak.
Looking for something to stimulate the senses this weekend? We've got a few suggestions for your eyes and ears. 1. Don't miss the Martinis and Mistletoe Party at Royal Oak's Goodnite Gracie, 224 S. Sherman, on Thursday. This festive party will benefit Lighthouse of Oakland County. Hear some of Detroit's hottest recording artists, including Brandon Calhoon, Joey Spina, JC Westwood, Carolyn Striho and more. Santa and his elves will also be in the house to pose for photos and find out if you've been naughty or nice. The party runs 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. and there is no cover charge. Enjoy $4 Zodiac Vodka specials all night long, plus complimentary appetizers 7-8 p.m. 2. Have some laughs with Michigan native David Dyer at Mark Ridley's Comedy…
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The Luna Lounge
1815 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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42.48981
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Memphis Smoke
100 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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709506
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42.49017
-83.14431
Main Art Theatre
118 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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709455
/locations/2756108
42.488087
-83.141866
Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle
310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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1639027
/locations/2756109
42.488104
-83.147088
D'amato's Neighborhood Restaurant
222 S Sherman Dr, Royal Oak, MI
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709287
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