Category: Entertainment

The Secret World of Arrietty

The Secret World of Arrietty

Imagine that tiny people were living in your walls and under the floorboards of your house.  Would you want them gone or would you think that it’s pretty cool?  The Secret World of Arrietty is a wonderful movie about just that – it’s based on the classic book by Mary Norton called The Borrowers.   [...]

With Conception Comes Comic Relief

With Conception Comes Comic Relief

If you’ve ever had trouble conceiving, you might not have found the situation funny at the time.  Director, Josh Stolberg, and his wife were in the middle of a huge fight while they were trying to conceive their first child but “powered through” the necessary functions, because it was that time.  Josh Stolberg was able [...]

The Beauty and the Beast in 3-D

The Beauty and the Beast in 3-D

  The classic tale of the Beauty and the Beast is back in theatres starting January 13, 2012.  This time it is offered in 3-D, which is done ever so gently, not your typical 3-D effects of things flying and crashing all around you.  The effect does ad to the depth of the movie and [...]

The Muppets – In Theatre’s November 23rd

The Muppets – In Theatre’s November 23rd

We had the pleasure to attend the premier of THE MUPPETS, which opens just in time for Thanksgiving on November 23, 2011.   Kermit takes the lead along with Miss Piggy, Walter, Fozzy Bear and many, many more Muppets, along with Gary (Jason Segel) and Mary (Amy Adams) in this entertaining movie.  The movie starts [...]

Michgan Youth Theater Performs in Rochester

Michgan Youth Theater Performs in Rochester

The Michigan Youth Theater will be performing “The Picture of Dorian Gray” this weekend, November 18 – 20, 2011, in Rochester.  This production will feature many local area teens.  Plan to take in one of the performances to help support the organization and see a quality production for just a few dollars. Play synopsis: A [...]

Santa Comes to Briarwood Mall

Santa Comes to Briarwood Mall

Briarwood Mall invites area kids and parents to kick off the holiday season with Santa at the mall’s annual holiday celebration on Friday, Nov. 11 from 6-8 p.m. Santa’s arrival will feature live reindeer and musical performances by Voices in Harmony and Sweet Adoline’s International. Briarwood Mall has joined forces with the American Red Cross [...]

Play Platform Tennis for FREE

Play Platform Tennis for FREE

Platform Tennis is an American racquet sport enjoyed by thousands of people of all ages. It is the only racquet sport that players can enjoy outdoors in cold weather. This unique appeal attracts people who desire fresh air, competition, and social engagement – all on a chilly winter’s night. Because it is easy to learn, [...]

Goblins in the Garden at Ford House

Goblins in the Garden at Ford House

What better way to spend your fall than on the magnificent grounds at Edsel & Eleanor Ford House? The Ford House’s enhanced Halloween celebration featuring new themes, activities, entertainment and, of course, treats. Renamed Goblins in the Gardens, Ford House’s annual family favorite is scheduled for Sunday, October 23 with timed tickets beginning at 2 [...]

Stonewall Pumpkin Festival is Filled with Family Fun

Stonewall Pumpkin Festival is Filled with Family Fun

Weather.com reports that it will be sunny and 77 degrees on Saturday, October 8th.  It doesn’t feel like fall weather, but we’re not complaining!  In fact, it’s going to be perfect weather for heading out to the Stonewall Pumpkin Festival in Rochester Hills. For the admission price of $7 per person, plus a donation of [...]

Girls’ Night Out in Rochester

Girls’ Night Out in Rochester

Do free make-up consultations, live entertainment, goodie bags and free limo service sound like a good time?  Then make plans to don your most fashionable dress and mark your calendar for Thursday, October 6th!  From 5 – 9 p.m. local ladies will be hitting the town in style for Sass in the City. Here’s a [...]