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Rock the Block #2 - Madison Heights

Date: Thursday, May 2

Last Updated: April 18th, 2024

Location: 150 Osmun St, Pontiac, MI 48342

Hosted By: Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County


Event Details: 8:30am – 3:30pmUniting homeowners, volunteers, community/corporate sponsors and staff, Rock the Block is part of Habitat Oakland’s neighborhood revitalization efforts, bringing immediate and visible change to multi-block areas. Volunteers work with Habitat’s construction staff to perform: Yard clean-up (including leaf removal)Trash removalLimited branch trimmingHedge trimmingLawn mowingEdging Rock the Block aims to ensure that homeowners reside in safe and appealing environments. The program not only contributes to the enhancement of home values but also plays a crucial role in fostering neighborhood stability. No experience necessary, opportunity to learn new skills! Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Please contact [email protected] Community Builder – $20,000– Corporate name on signage and logo on webpage– Keynote speaking role at morning kick-off– 2 days of volunteer engagement for up to 20 volunteers per day– Photo recognition on social media Hope Builder – $10,000– Corporate name on signage and logo on webpage– 1 day of volunteer engagement for up to 20 volunteers– Photo recognition on social media Welcome Home – $5,000– Corporate name on signage and logo on webpage– 1 day of volunteer engagement for up to 10 volunteers– Photo recognition on social media Stability – $3,000– Corporate name on signage and logo on webpage– 1 day of volunteer engagement for up to 6 volunteers– Photo recognition on social media


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Friends of the BPL Used Book & Media Sale - Friends Preview

Date: Friday, May 3 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Last Updated: April 22nd, 2024

Location: 300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Hosted By: Baldwin Public Library


Event Details: Friends members are invited to shop on Friday night from 6-8pm. Memberships are available at the door.


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Teen Talk Time

Date: Saturday, May 4 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Last Updated: April 15th, 2024

Location: 510 West Big Beaver Rd., Troy, MI, 48084, US

Hosted By: Troy Public Library


Event Details: Troy teens (6th -12th grade) who are working to improve their English language skills are invited to join us at the library to practice speaking and listening skills while making new friends in a fun, no-pressure atmosphere. All levels are welcome.This program is limited to 25 attendees. Registration is required.Teens who actively participate in helping each other improve English language conversation skills are eligible for one hour of volunteer credit. (Parents and younger siblings are welcome to join us at regular Talk Time in the library's meeting room.)


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Talk Time: English Conversation Group (Family Friendly!)

Date: Saturday, May 4 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Last Updated: April 19th, 2024

Location: 510 West Big Beaver Rd., Troy, MI, 48084, US

Hosted By: Troy Public Library


Event Details: If English is not your first language, join us at the library to practice your speaking and listening skills and improve your English vocabulary in a casual, relaxed atmosphere.All levels and ages are welcome! Feel free to bring your kids along -- we will have crafts and games for them to play and make new friends! Teens (grades 6 - 12) meet in the library cafe.


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Friends of the BPL Used Book & Media Sale

Date: Saturday, May 4 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Last Updated: April 22nd, 2024

Location: 300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Hosted By: Baldwin Public Library


Event Details: Shop tons of great gently used inventory on the lower level of the Library.


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Books and Blankets Family Story Time

Date: Saturday, May 4 from 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Last Updated: April 22nd, 2024

Location: 300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room

Hosted By: Baldwin Public Library


Event Details: Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Bring a blanket and enjoy a story time that is fun for the whole family. Story times use a first come, first served ticketing system. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before story time begins and will be handed out until 5 minutes after the scheduled start time. Please see baldwinlib.org/storytime or click More Information for complete details.


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May the Fourth - Grades K to 6

Date: Saturday, May 4 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Last Updated: April 25th, 2024

Location: 300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room

Hosted By: Baldwin Public Library


Event Details: Grades K to 6Caregivers must stay in the building during the program if the participant is ten years old or younger.Celebrate Star Wars Day with us on May 4th. Stop by Grams Discovery Room for Star Wars crafts and activities. Drop in, no registration required.


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23rd Annual APACC Gala

Date: Saturday, May 4 from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Last Updated: May 1st, 2024

Location: 27055 Orchard Lake Rd Bldg M - Rm 208, Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Hosted By: Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce (APACC)


Event Details: You are cordially invited to join APACC at our annual fundraising gala. Celebrate with our founding members, sponsors, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders to celebrate the past year's achievements. Please join us as we look back at 24 years of APACC and celebrate all the accomplishments and milestones. Featuring silent auctions and amazing performances! Ethnic or Black-tie attire is highly encouraged Parking: Hotel Valet is only available for guests who have rooms booked for the night. All other guests are welcome to self-park at the parking structure. Guests must be over 21 and bring a valid ID to cross the casino gaming floor. ​Check-In: There is no physical ticket to the event, please check-in at the registration table near the hotel valet lobby upon arrival. Book a Room at MGM Grand Detroit for $279.00 for the 23rd Annual APACC Gala on Saturday, May 4, 2024.  MGM Reservation link: https://book.passkey.com/e/50731091   Room not inclusive of tax and resort fees.  The reservation cutoff date is 04/03/2024 at 11:59 p.m.  (Regular room rates will be charged after the cut-off date 04/03/2024 - NO EXCEPTIONS) For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to customize a sponsor to fit your company goals, please contact Duc Nguyen Abrahamson at [email protected] or 248.430.5855. Sponsorships available here!​ Agenda: 5:30 p.m. VIP Reception 6:30 p.m. Grand Ball Room Opens Cultural Performance Master of Ceremonies Invocation Annual Gala Event Chair Welcome Speech 7:00 p.m. Dinner 8:00 p.m. Keynote 9:00 p.m. Silent Auction Closes Afterglow & Networking Reception DJ Zaneta Alvarez Special Performance, Van Nguyen 10:00 p.m. Event Concludes Media Sponsor: Corp! Magazine Magazine Sponsor: DBusiness * A virtual month-long celebration alternative will replace the in-person gala at the discretion of the Executive Director in case of health restrictions. 


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Friends of the BPL Used Book & Media Sale - Bag Day

Date: Sunday, May 5 from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Last Updated: April 22nd, 2024

Location: 300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Hosted By: Baldwin Public Library


Event Details: Stuff a bag full of sale items for just $5!


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Hybrid: Page to Screen

Date: Sunday, May 5 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Last Updated: April 22nd, 2024

Location: Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, 2nd Floor Delos Board Room

Hosted By: Baldwin Public Library


Event Details: Which one was better? The book or the movie? Each month we get together to decide who told the story better.Discuss a book and a related film. This month's selections are Ayoade on Top by Richard Ayoade and "View From the Top" (PG-13, 2003). To join the meeting please contact Adult Services librarian H Jennings, [email protected].


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