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CHAI time CHALDEANS CONNECTING COMMUNITY EVENTS IN AND AROUND METRO DETROIT FEBRUARY 2018 Thursday, February 4 Music: This year’s Sphinx Competition Finals Concert will be hosted at 2:00 p.m. on February 4. The competition offers young Black and Latino classical string players a chance to compete under the guidance of an internationally renowned panel of judges and to perform with established professional musicians. The winner of the Senior Division will receive the ,000 Robert Frederick Smith Prize. The concert will include a number of performances including the Sphinx Competition finalists, the Sphinx Symphony Orchestra, and the inaugural performance of EXIGENCE. For more information, visit http://SphinxMusic.org Friday, February 9 Music: The Michigan Philharmonic presents An Evening of Artistic Expression on February 9th at 7:30pm. This intimate musical and artistic experience will feature vocalist Lonnie Reed, guest artist for the “Rock, Pop & Soul” concert. This event will be taking place at artist Tony Roko’s Warehouse Studio in Plymouth. Tickets for the event are , and light appetizers, wine, as well as Atwater Brewery craft beer are included. This event benefits Music and Arts Education Programs of the Michigan Philharmonic and Art Foundation. For more information, visit http://www.michiganphil.org/ Friday, February 9 Theatre: The Detroit Mercy Theatre presents “A Bright New Boise”, starting Friday, February 9 through February 25 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. This event occurs weekly, on Sunday, Friday and Saturday. Tickets are for adults and for students. For more information about A Bright New Boise and showtimes, visit http://Detroitmercyarts.com or call (313) 993-3269. Friday, February 9 Dancing: Put on your dancing shoes and come dressed in your best vintage attire for the ultimate swing dance party experience at The Cube in Midtown. Arrive early and receive a dance lesson and a classic cocktail. Live music will be provided by the Civic Jazz Orchestra with special guest clarinetist Dave Bennett. Cocktails and live DJ – 9:00 p.m., dance lesson – 9:30 p.m., live music and open dance floor – 10:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. For more information, visit http://www.dso.org/ShowEventsView. aspx?id=4971∏=4970 Saturday, February 10 Music: Rock, Pop, and Soul with the Michigan Philharmonic at The Village Theater at Cherry Hill in Canton on February 10 at 7:30 p.m. Rock it out with the Michigan Philharmonic as the orchestra carries you back in time to the great music from the iconic groups of the 70s and 80s. Tickets are for general admission, for seniors, and for students. For tickets and information, visit www.michiganphil.org Wednesday, February 14 Art: Join Detroit Loves Dogs this Valentine’s Day at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) with your four-legged furry family member. PetCalls is hosting Detroit’s second annual fundraiser for the Detroit Dog Rescue on February 14 from 5:30 to 10:00 p.m. Bring your dog and mingle with other dog lovers. Food and drinks will be provided. Tickets are priced between to 0. For more information or to purchase your tickets, visit http://www.petcalls.net Saturday, February 17 Bridal Show: Join us Saturday, February 17 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. for the ultimate bridal event. Keasha’s Spectacular Beautiful Bridal Showcase will be located at 2921 E Jefferson Ave Detroit, M.I. inside the historic Bagley Mansion. Interact with Keasha’s preferred bridal vendors, find your perfect sample sale dress at a discounted price, and speak with Keasha herself during a Q&A session at 1:00 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/1813251195353928/ Sunday, February 18 Magic: An Evening of Wonder is coming to the Berman Center for the Performing Arts on February 18 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. The evening will feature master illusionist Vitaly Beckman, who invented and designed each illusion in his stage show, treating spectators to a theatrical experience not seen anywhere else in the world. Beckman is regarded as one of the most captivating and enjoyable illusionists in the world. To purchase tickets, visit www.theberman.org or call 248-661-1900 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. For groups of 10 or more, please call or email theberman@jccdet.org. Wednesday, February 21 Wine & Music: Sommelier and music expert, Ron Merlino leads a wine tasting experience at the Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. The evening will feature rare French wines paired with live music by DSO musicians. Sip, savor, listen and learn about composers—Berlioz, Saint-Saens, Debussy, and Ravel—their wine tastes, histories, music and more! Tickets for this event are and will include wine tasting, live classical music, mini crepe bites and light fare, and a commemorative wine glass. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://https://www.dso.org/ ShowEventsView.aspx?id=4873∏=4872 Saturday, February 24 Faith: ECRC is hosting the Vigil Project at St. Thomas Chaldean Catholic Church. This event is in collaboration with ECRC’s monthly Ignite the Spirit Event and will be taking place at 7:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.ecrc.us Sunday, February 25 Bridal Show: Viviano’s Annual Bridal Showcase is back at the MotorCity Casino Hotel on February 25 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. There will be over 200 floral designs on display, all crafted by Viviano Flower Shop. This in attendance will be able to hold and sample bridal and bridesmaid bouquets, as well as view numerous samples of ceremony and reception designs. Meet with some of Michigan’s best wedding vendors including, photographers, videographers, bakeries, caterers, DJ’s, boutiques, and more. Thousands of dollars in prizes and discounts will be given away. Admission is ahead of time, or at the door. Children 12 and under are free. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/1XQ80Ar Tell them you saw it in the Chaldean News! 16 CHALDEAN NEWS FEBRUARY 2018
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