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CHAI time chaldeans conNecting [Wednesday, May 1] Seminar: St. Joseph Mercy Oakland’s Michigan Bariatric Institute hosts a free educational seminar on bariatric surgery options. 6 p.m., Franco Communications Center, 44405 Woodward Avenue in Pontiac. To register, call (877) 949-9344. [Thursday, May 2] Cooking: Seasoning Without Salt teaches how to flavor food without extra high sodium. Noon-1:30 p.m. . Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Road. Register by calling (248) 325-3890. [Sunday, May 5] Walk: Activities for the annual Walk for Israel, which has the purpose of uniting the metropolitan Detroit community to celebrate the establishment of the modern Jewish State of Israel and support its right to live in peace and security, begin at 8 a.m. with a run. At 11, former FBI Assistant Director Steven Pomerantz speaks, followed by a free kosher lunch at noon, and the walk at 1 p.m. Temple Shir Shalom, 3999 Walnut Lake Road in West Bloomfield. (248) 737-8700 or WalkForIsrael.org. [Sunday, May 12] Brunch: Mother’s Day Brunch at Shenandoah Country Club has two seatings, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2-4:30 p.m. Seating is by reservation and advance payment only. adults, kids under 12. Call Natasha to reserve, (248) 454-1948. [Saturday, May 13] Conference: JDRF presents a daylong conference on the latest technologies and management techniques for type 1 diabetes. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. The Wayne County Community College District - Western Campus. Free. Register at jdrfmichiganeast.org. [Wednesday, May 15] Talk: Sr. Ann Shields from Renewal Ministries and Ave Maria speaks on “Defining and Nurturing our Catholic Faith — Addressing the Question: What Is Faith?” 7:30 p.m., Our Lady of Refuge Church, 3750 Commerce Road in Orchard Lake. RSVP to olrcarol@comcast.net. [Friday, May 17] Dance: ‘50s Sock Hop benefits the Solanus Casey Center in Detroit. community events in and around metro detroit MAY 2013 Presented by St. Bonaventure, the event includes dinner, dancing, prizes for best ‘50s costumes, raffles and a cash bar. Tickets are . 6-11 p.m., Lakeland Manor, 26211 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores. (313) 579- 2100 ext. 130. [Tuesday, May 21] Food: Mushroom Season in Michigan features healthy mushroom-inspired recipes. . 6:30-8 p.m., Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Road. Register by calling (248) 325-3890. [Friday, May 24 – Monday, May 27] Festival: The ever-popular St. Mary’s Polish Country Fair celebrates its 40th year. Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Campus, 3535 Indian Trail. StMarysPolish- CountryFair.com. [Saturday, May 25 – Monday, May 27] Music: The Movement Electronic Music Festival takes over Detroit’s Hart Plaza with five outdoor stages, more than 100 artists, dozens of official after-parties and art displays. More than 107,000 people came to last year’s festival. Pre-sold passes start at . Movement.us. [Wednesday, May 29] Breastfeeding: Resources for Breastfeeding Support covers breast pumps, returning to work, and the law regarding breastfeeding. Open to mothers-tobe and new mothers. Free; register at (248) 325-3890. 6:30-8 p.m., Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Road. [Thursday, May 30 – Sunday, June 3] Fair: The 50th Annual Birmingham Village Fair has carnival rides, games, food and more, all on the streets surrounding Shain Park in Birmingham. Wristbands are in advance, at the event. (248) 644-1700. [Friday, May 31 – Sunday, June 2] Festival: It’s the 31st year for the WYCD Downtown Hoedown with more than 40 country artists on three stages on the grounds surrounding Comerica Park. Headliners include Uncle Kracker, Drake Owen and Joe Nichols. A three-day pass costs . wycd.cbslocal.com/category/hoedown. 14 CHALDEAN NEWS MAY 2013
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