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VINTAGE VEHICLES: Get behind the wheel of a favorite car
or settle down along the sidewalks of Woodward to be part of this
year's Dream Cruise. Scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 19, the Cruise
enters its 12th year with horns beeping and outfits that go back as
far as the 1950s, when teen cruisers found their fun as they drove
along Woodward. Keep current with Cruise activities and fare by
visiting www.woodwarddreamcruise.com .

TIME WARP: The Michigan Renaissance Festival invites visitors
to step back in time and experience activities and foods that were
part of the past. This year's events, scheduled 10 a.m.-7 p.m. week-
ends Aug. 19-Oct. 1, continues the armored jousting and magical
children's realm among artisans, foods and games enjoyed long ago.
Watch for the costumed street entertainers. (800) 601-4848.
www.michrenfest.com .

MUSIC FOR TODAY: Mary J. Blige performs her own style
of rhythm and blues at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20, at the DTE
Energy Music Theatre in Clarkston. Her special guests are Jaheim
and LeToya. $79.50-889.50. (248) 377-0100.

402 S. Main, Northville

2 blocks north of West 7 Mile Rd.

Introducing the Couture Champagne Room...

248-348-2783

Sidewalk Sale

Friday Aug 4TH- Sunday Aug 6TH

20% off any one full price item.

(Offer valid through 8-31-06)

102 E. Main St.
Northville, MI 48167
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
248.449.4600
www.duetoclothing.com

COUNTRY CORNER: Animals to watch, carnival rides to expe-
rience, concerts to hear and foods to savor add up to the annual
Michigan State Fair scheduled Aug. 23-Sept. 4 on the corner of
Eight Mile and Woodward, Detroit. Family-friendly activities and
competitive meets will be featured 10 a.m.-10 p.m. each day with
parades and a circus as well. $9 adults, $4 children 3-12 and free
for tots 2 and younger. $5 parking. (313) 369-8250/54. Get the full
schedule of events and festivities — particularly the concerts – by
visiting WWW. m ic hig an . g ov/ mistat efair.

ALLERGY FIGHT: Ken Daniels, Detroit Red Wings TV
announcer, is the honorary celebrity, chairperson for the Walk
for Food Allergies: Moving Toward a Cure Event, which begins
at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, at Kensington Metropark, Milford.
Sponsored by the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN),
the walk is to raise funds and awareness to help those made ill by
certain kinds of foods. To find out about participation, go to
www.foodallergy.org.

AMPLE ACTIVITIES: There's plenty to do at Arts, Beats &
Eats being held Sept. 1-4 in downtown Pontiac. Visitors can look
at a juried art show, hear local and national musical talents and
chow down favorites from metro restaurants. (248) 334-4600.
www.artsbeatseats.org.

MUSIC PLUS SETTING: Richie Havens Sergio Mendes and
the Funk Brothers are part of the six-stage lineup at the Detroit
International Jazz Festival on tap Sept. 1-4 in the downtown area.
A riverboat showcasing student ensembles and offering jazz educa-
tion is part of the 27th annual free event that also offers a jazz-
inspired art show. Specialty foods are available for a fee.
(313) 647-0149. www.detroitjazzfest.com .

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PCOMIN EVENTS.

August 4-6 Sidewalk Sale
Every Thursday through 10-26 Farmers Market
First Friday (of every month) Art Walk &
Horse and Carriage Ride and Concerts
September 14-17 Victorian Festival
September 16-17 Art Market

E-mail items to Suzanne Chessler at PlatinumPlanner@aol.com .

Call Northville Chamber of Commerce 248.349.3743 for details

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