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Community Events Calendar
March
March 1-June 5 - The Sole of Birmingham: History of Sherman Shoes Exhibit Birmingham Historical Museum & Park
Runs through June 5, 2010. Museum Hours Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1-4 p.m.
The exhibition explores and chronicles the founding of a family owned shoe business first in Detroit, and later its expansion in 1957 into Birmingham and the entire Metro-Detroit area. The exhibit features historic photographs, memorabilia, and vintage shoes from D. Larry Sherman’s personal collection.
Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for seniors, students and Birmingham Historical Society members. For more information regarding Museum programming and opportunities to volunteer, please call (248) 530.1928 or e-mail at museum@ci.birmingham.mi.us. The Birmingham Historical Museum & Park is located at 556 W. Maple, Birmingham.
March 13 - Sears Outlet Family & Friends VIP Event
9 a.m. - Noon
Sears Outlet welcomes you, your families and friends. In addition to a great shopping experience you will enjoy savings of 25 to 70 percent off regular retail prices plus a Family & Friends discount of an extra 10 percent off the lowest Outlet price on refrigerators, washers, dryers, ranges, TVs, fitness equipment, lawn tractors, mattress sets and so much more. Click here to see examples of the amazing deals and doorbusters available at our stores. A VIP voucher is required for this event.
March 16 - Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber - Investepreneur™ Roundtable: Green Technology at The Townsend Hotel 4 - 6 p.m.
The Townsend Hotel - 100 Townsend, Birmingham
As we continue cultivating our local economy, please join us at our next Investepreneur™ Roundtable where local investors, business entrepreneurs and global climate change champions share insight and business expansion opportunities in the emerging markets of renewable energy, electric vehicles and sustainable green development.
Speakers:
Mitchell Mondry, President
M Group
Michael T. Kulka, P.E., Vice President and Principal Engineer
PM Environmental, Inc.
Mark J. Bennett, Senior Counsel
Miller Canfield, Climate Change Practice
$65 Chamber Members prior to 3/15, after $75
$85 Nonmembers prior to 3/15, after $95
March 16 - 8-Hour Advanced Mediator Training 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Oakland Mediation Center - 550 Hulet Dr, Ste 102, Bloomfield Hills
Workshop will advance a mediator's skill set to include tools and techniques to facilitate meaningful group discussion and decision-making. For more information on training contact Jennie at (248) 338-4280, ext 217.
March 16 - Schoolcraft Collge KIDS ON CAMPUS Open House Tuesday, March 16 - Schoolcraft Collge is hosting a KIDS ON CAMPUS Open House
from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the VisTaTech Center at the Livonia campus.
The Summer 2010 Schoolcraft College KIDS ON CAMPUS program offer plenty of options to pique the interest of budding students. These unique camps and workshops in math, science, the arts, computers and career -exploration provid learning opportunities for 1st - 9th graders, as well as programs designated for "talented and gifted" (TAG) students.
March 20 - Trial & Heirs: Estate Planning Lesons from Celebrities 2 - 4 p.m. Arden Courts - 24005 West 13 Mile Rd, Bingham Farms Meet Danielle and Andrew Mayoras as they discuss their newly pulbised book, which highlights many publicized, high-profile estate battles to illustrate the importance of proper estate planning. The first 50 attendess will receive a free book. Authors will sign following the workshop. Reservations are required. Call (248) 644-1800 or e-mail binghamfarms@arden-courts.com
March 22 - BIGGBY Coffee Benefit Preview Open House for the Variety Far Conservatory
Grand Opening from Noon - 6 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting at 3 p.m.
112 Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham (corner of Maple and Old Woodward)
Join BIGGBY Coffee for FREE beverages and treats as they celebrate the opening of the Birmingham BIGGBY COFFEE and support the Variety Far Conservatory! Variety Far is a local program providing education for children and adults with special needs through therapeutic opportunities. Donations of any amount.
March 24 - Winter Series for Serious Brides 7 - 8:30 p.m.
The China Closet is located at 219 North Old Woodward (across from Chen Chow), Birmingham
March 24: His and Hers, Merging Two Households into One Home.
Brides are encouraged to sign up early as space is limited. Phone (248) 258-6480 to make a reservation. There is a $25 fee, a portion of which goes to The Pink Fund, a charity providing financial relief for local women undergoing breast cancer treatment.
March 26 - Center For Yoga 24HR GRAND OPENING
3:30 p.m. Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber Ribbon Cutting
The 24hr event includes continuous yoga classes, delicious Vegan food donated by Whole Foods and special gift giveaways. Yoga classes begin at 4:30 p.m. on March 26th with special 1-of-a-kind classes running throughout the night. The event will end with a special Mediation from 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. on March 27th. Center for Birmingham is located at 555 S. Old Woodward Ave. in Birmingham.
The event is free and open to the community. Donations are welome to support the Judson Center.
March 31 - Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber - Business After Hours - The Rugby Grille 5:30 - 7 p.m.
The Rugby Grille - 100 Townsend, Birmingham (located inside The Townsend Hotel)
Mix and mingle with Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber Members and other guests. Registration is requested. $10 Members, $20 Nonmembers prior to 3/29/10, after $20 Members, $30 Nonmembers
April
April 8 - Metro Mastermind Alliance presents: Networking Event 6 - 10 p.m. Somerset Inn - 2601 W. Big Beaver, Troy Meet dynamic entrepreneurs in the Detroit Metro Region. Networking, employment opportunities, entertainment, hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. For more information contact Gary Zack (248) 237-1043. $20 at the door gives you a full membership to the Metro Mastermind Alliance visit www.metromastermind.com
April 9 - 20 Years of Magic - The Magic of Mediation! 6 - 10 p.m.
Auburn Hills Marriott - Pontiac at Centerpoint - 3600 Centerpoint Parkway, Pontiac
Oakland Mediation Center is hosting The Magic of Mediation. Cocktails, dinner, awards and magic show. Call Rebecca Schultz at (248) 338-4280, ext 213.
April 9 - SpeedMatching @ Hospice of Michigan Friday, April 9 - Hospice of Michigan will be hosting SpeedMatching @ Hospice of Michigan.
It will be from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. and held at Hospice of Michigan, 43097 Woodward Ave., Suite 102, Bloomfield Hills 48302.
An evening of networking and information on opportunities to volunteer at Hospice of Michigan. The format is similar to a speed dating event; quick introductions to all volunteer assignments and a chance to meet the staff.
Please RSVP to Robin Hunt @ 248.334.1318 option 4 or email rhunt@hom.org by March 31, 2010.
April 17 - Senior Living and Services Expo Saturday, April 17 - Senior Alternatives is hosting the Senior Living and Services Expo10 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Southfield Pavilion located at 26000 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI FREE Admission and Parking
For exhibitor information only: (800) 350-0770 ext 205
May
May 15-16 - Art Birmingham Saturday, May 15th 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, May 16th 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
For more information contact the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center at (248) 644-0866
June
June 3-December 2 - Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber - Professional Edge Workshop - Huntington Bank 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Huntington Bank - 801 W. Big Beaver, Troy
Join us for our interactive workshops for business leaders.
June 3 - Topic: Go Google
Communicate, collaborate and save. Power your business with Google!
September 14 - Topic: Retain, Rave, Repeat: Revenue Enhancing Customer Service
Retain more clients, turn them into raving fans and generate repeat business to increase your revenue.
December 2 - Topic: Position Yourself as the Expert
Speaking opportunities, blogging and public relations, oh my! How to effectively position yourself as an expert and gain exposure.
Chamber Members $10, $20 Nonmembers in advance. Price increases by $10 at the door for Members and Nonmembers.
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