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Attractions
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Battle Creek Bombers: Affordable baseball in a fine park
(Jul 16, 2010)
Battle Creek Bombers: Affordable baseball in a fine parkNothing says summer like a day at ball park, enjoying the game, munching a hotdog, downing an icy beer. But, with Major League Baseball prices as they are, who can afford that? You can with the Battle Creek Bombers at C.O. Brown Stadium.
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The Purple Rose Theatre Company: An American beauty of a playhouse
(Jul 9, 2010)
The Purple Rose Theatre Company: An American beauty of a playhouseWhat if you could magically recreate intimate, cutting-edge theaters like New York’s late, lamented Circle Repertory in the Midwest? Then you would have the Purple Rose Theatre Company, a gem of a theater in Chelsea, Mich. The theater is just 15 minutes from Ann Arbor and an hour from either Detroit or Battle Creek.
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FireKeepers Casino: Scorching gaming and more
(Jun 9, 2010)
FireKeepers Casino: Scorching gaming and moreFireKeepers Casino, one of Michigan’s newest gambling casinos, delivers red-hot gaming, dining and nightlife in southwest Michigan.
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Detroit Historical Museum: A lot more than just automobiles
(Sep 24, 2009)
Detroit Historical Museum: A lot more than just automobilesThis metropolitan museum explores the diverse and colorful history of Detroit through artifacts and unique and creative exhibits.
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The music of motor city lives on at the Motown Historical Museum.
(Sep 21, 2009)
The music of motor city lives on at the Motown Historical Museum.Visit where some of the greatest Motown sounds were made. From this small house dubbed Hitsville USA came the music of The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5, Rare Earth and Marvin Gaye, but to name a few.
Events
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Purple Rose’s 2010–11 season: Four home-grown world premiere plays
(Jul 11, 2010)
Purple Rose’s 2010–11 season: Four home-grown world premiere playsIn celebration of its 20th season, the Purple Rose Theatre Company’s 2010–11 season will have a whopping four world premiere plays — all by Michigan playwrights!
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Madcap Puppets bring Wild West to Southfield Library
(Jun 20, 2010)
Madcap Puppets bring Wild West to Southfield LibraryHey, buckaroos! Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and come to Madcap Puppets’ free performance on July 14 at the Southfield Library: the zany puppet performance, Target Dinner Theater: Annie Oakley’s Wild West Show.
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Madcap Puppets bring Wild West to Battle Creek
(Jun 20, 2010)
Madcap Puppets bring Wild West to Battle CreekHey, buckaroos! Don’t miss Madcap Puppets’ free performances on June 23 at the Miller Stone Building, which will feature Annie Oakley’s Wild West Show, a zany puppet performance, complete with stunts and tall tales.
Restaurants
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Uptown Bar-BQ: the best BBQ ribs in town
(May 14, 2010)
Uptown Bar-BQ: the best BBQ ribs in townLocated on Livernois Avenue in Detroit, Uptown BBQ has been a staple for many families for more than two decades. The smell of slow-cooked ribs and chicken can often be smelled emanating from the grills at Uptown a mile away, drawing in customers just by the sheer, delicious aroma. With all of that fresh barbecue smell, it seems that all patrons have to do is follow their noses to Uptown.
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Mexican Town Restaurant: Authentic Mexican in Detroit
(May 13, 2010)
Mexican Town Restaurant: Authentic Mexican in DetroitThere is always a fiesta happening at Detroit's Mexican Town Restaurant. There is just something about the vibrant, colorful interior and huge, fruity margaritas that just seems to make everything a little bit loco.
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Polish Village Cafe: Old world flavor and friendly service
(May 13, 2010)
Polish Village Cafe: Old world flavor and friendly serviceThe Polish Village Cafe, located in the city of Hamtramck, is a long-time Detroit institution that prides itself on authentic Polish food, friendly service and the kind of atmosphere where "everyone knows your name."
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Hockeytown Cafe: Face Off for Great Food
(Feb 7, 2010)
Hockeytown Cafe: Face Off for Great FoodThere's no denying it: The Hockeytown Cafe in Detroit is the place to be when it comes to food and fun. The decor of Hockeytown Cafe is playful and impressive; Motorcycle collections, sports artifacts, and lots of big screens take center stage
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El Wood Bar and Grill: Legendary Local Eats
(Feb 7, 2010)
El Wood Bar and Grill: Legendary Local EatsJust feet from Comerica Park and Ford Field, this popular restaurant is a hot spot before and after Detroit sporting events. Frequenters flock to El Wood for reasonably-priced eats that are simple, delicious and fresh-- along with the company of good friends and refreshing, icy-cold brew.
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The Whitney: historical fine dining in Detroit
(Feb 7, 2010)
The Whitney: historical fine dining in DetroitSelf-described as Detroit's most iconic mansion, The Whitney Restaurant is more than just a fine dining establishment-- it's a history lesson that simply can't be taught with a book. The luxurious decor is decidedly decadent, reminiscent of an era when quality was never sacrificed for quantity
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They Put The Zing in Zingerman's!
(Sep 11, 2009)
They Put The Zing in Zingerman's!One of the world's most famous deli's thrives far from New York City. Ann Arbor's Zingerman's put the deli in delicious.
