Community Corner
Get Out: 'FlipClips,' Bike Safety Day, and a 100-Year Celebration
From short films made by Jewish teens to starting your own garden, there's something for everyone this weekend in West Bloomfield.
It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. West Bloomfield Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and events to attend in the area.
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When: Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Why go: Appetizers, beer and Friday nights just seem to go together. If you are not familiar with sour ales, they are sometimes described as the wines of beer. They are usually aged in wood barrels and made with a wild yeast which gives them their yeasty complex flavor. You can sample 10 of these sour ales and enjoy plenty of appetizers to dine on while you do.
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When: Saturday at 10 a.m.
Why go: The Church is starting a new community garden. Anyone in the community can purchase a plot and participate in the work session today. Today is about picking out your plot, mending and turning it for planting begins next week. If you are looking for a fun summer project or would like to eat your own garden tomatoes this is a great place to get started. A light lunch will also be provided.
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When: Saturday at 9 a.m.
Why go: This is a great family event that is not only fun, but teaches children the importance of safe practices while biking. The event offers free bike helmets, sizing and inspections. Children can participate in an eight-station bike safety course, meet a police officer, enjoy ice cream upon completing the course, and have a chance to win some giveaways.
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When: Sunday at 2:30 p.m.
Why go: As part of the 2011 Lenore Marwil Jewish Film Festival, FlipClips will be shown Sunday afternoon. Twenty-six local teens participated in creating these short films that link Jewish teens with their Detroit Jewish heritage. The teens focus on family and community and why it is important to continue to live in Detroit.
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When: Sunday at 5:30 p.m.
Why go: All weekend long, Congregation B'nai Moshe celebrates its 100-year anniversary. On Sunday there is a special Gala Centennial Celebration and dinner and dance honoring past, present, and future members. There will also be a half hour slide show presentation included that will show the history of the congregation going back a century.
