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Yes, She's Wearing White after Labor Day
(What are you implying?)
he's on a tear to get THE dress for her big day —
and we pity the fool who gets in her way. You
want some of that? We didn't think so.Thank-
fully, this month there's a bridal gown show that
should cool her off. Of course, if it's not there then we're all in
trouble.
Not getting married? There's a back alley event on Cass
that's neither seedy nor illegal, and a good band in concert,
too. Perhaps you want to browse high-end retail in the city?
Somerset Collection has spent the summer putting its toe in
the water in downtown Detroit.
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September is, of course, the official end of summer (collective
sigh) — but climate change didn't consult the Roman calendar —
so we fully expect you'll take advantage of the numerous outdoor
activities we've culled for you this month.
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One of alternative music's pioneer bands, They Might Be Giants is the quintessentially
quirky collection of rockers who have been a part of the"alt rock"scene since before "alt rock"
was even a term — remember "New Wave" anybody?
The boys from Brooklyn come back to Detroit with a brand-new show and a brand-new
album: Join Us. With 30 years of making fans smile (both adults and kids), their shows are
always upbeat, fun and high energy.
Doors open to the all-ages show at 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 17; Majestic Theatre, 4120
Woodward, Detroit; $18-$20; (313) 833-9700; majesticdetroit.com .
SOMERSET IN THE CITY
When Somerset CityLoft opened in Detroit for its first weekend of Summer in
the City shopping events in July, shoppers were waiting in line to get through
the doors. The 4,000-square-foot pop-up shop, a portion of whose proceeds
benefit Detroit community groups, houses 41 mini-stores in Detroit's Mer-
chants Row, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Coach, MaxMara and Baby Gap
from the Somerset Collection in Troy — and is open for its last weekend
this month.
Daily fashion shows, live entertainment, food and a fleet of 10 compli-
mentary Cadillac Escalades to shuttle guests from downtown offices and
hotels shows just how much potential Detroit has. Call (248) 643-6360 or
visit somersetcollectioncityloft.com for specific dates and times.
FOR ARTY EVES AND ADAMS
In its 47th year and esteemed as Michigan's second-largest juried fine arts festival with
more than 285 artists from across the country, Paint Creek Center for the Arts' Art & Apples
Festival is the show of art shows.
Artists offer their wares — including clay, glass, leather, jewelry, wood and toys. Also enjoy
local and national entertainment, three food courts, a kids'zone and an apple pie and des-
sert contest all packed into Rochester Park's 30 acres. Come Sept. 9-11: 4 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Friday; 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Rochester Park, Rochester. (248)
651-4110; artandapples.com .
ALLEY CATS
Every September since 1977, the alley at Second and Forest in
Detroit's Cass Corridor is transformed — for one day only — into the
performing-arts festival Daily in the Alley. The narrow passageway that,
in the 1890s, housed horses and carriages belonging to the owners of
the corridor's stately homes, now packs in more than 100 participat-
ing vendors and restaurants — selling food, beverages and a creative
variety of wares.
Local music is a big draw, with dozens of bands playing all day long
on four stages, including one devoted exclusively to electronica.
Saturday, Sept.10; rain day Sunday, Sept. 11. Dallyinthealley.com .
HEY BRIDEZILLAS
Shriners Silver Garden Events
Center is the perfect venue for any
occasion. With the stunning stained
glass and picturesque waterfall-
garden you can have an elegant
indoor event or in warmer months
a beautiful outdoor Wedding or
Mitzvah.
Let our experienced event
planners guide you in creating
your magical moment. Our first
class chef will help design a unique
and personalized celebration that
you and your guests will forever
remember.
24350 Southfield Road
Southfield Mi 48075
Formally the venue that housed
Congregation B'nai David
248-569-2299
info@silvergardenevents.com • wwwsilvergardenevents.com
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All bridal, all the time! Almost 200 of Metro Detroit's wedding-related experts, products
and services, all under one roof, at the 2011 Fall Bridal Celebrations Show at the Palace of
Auburn Hills, noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18. A fashion show, displays of gowns and accesso-
ries, wedding planners on hand to answer questions, plus deals on everything from venues
to honeymoons. $8/advance; $10/at the door; free/children 12 and under. (800) 745-3000;
palacenet.com .
MEET ME IN ST. LOUIE (AKA ROYAL OAK)
In 1942, the New Yorker magazine ran a weekly feature by Sally Benson called "5135
Kensington," which detailed her childhood in turn-of-the-century St. Louis. The immensely
popular stories were then gathered into a book by the author called Meet
Me in St. Louis and subsequently turned into the 1945 musical starring
Judy Garland, who made the film's songs "The Trolley Song" and "Have
Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" classics. (And who also ended up
marrying her director, Vincente Minnelli).
The musical was also transformed into a Tony Award-winning
Broadway stage version in 1989, which we can now enjoy at Stage-
crafters in Royal Oak Sept. 16-Oct. 9. 415 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak.
$18-$20. (248) 541-6430; stagecrafters.org .
NO SLEEP TILL BROOKLYN
Detroit darlings Jack White and Brendan Benson bring their
band, the Raconteurs, along with Sheryl Crow, to headline the
first-annual MI Fest, Michigan's new music and camping festival.
The outdoor fest features the best of Michigan, including music
(Mitch Ryder, the Howling Diablos and Jill Jack), food (American
Coney Island, Jacques'Tacos and Badass Beer), an outdoor market-
place featuring local artisans — and the newly relaunched Creem
magazine will be on-hand selling memorabilia.
Camping facilities are available, or come and go as you please.
\ Gates open at noon Saturday, Sept. 17. $79. Michigan Interna-
tional Speedway, Brooklyn, Mich. (800) 354-1010; mi-fest.com ;
mispeedway.com .
— By Lynne Konstantin
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