Yay! It’s October, which happens to be my favorite month of the year. “Why,” you ask? Well, first of all, it’s my birthday month. In just over a week I’ll be 40. I know, I don’t look it, thank you. But it’s true. Secondly, I love pumpkin seeds. Not the kind you buy in a package, those won’t do. I love pumpkin seeds that you roast yourself. And October is the month of pumpkins. Third, I also happened to marry my fabulous husband during the month of October.
Ok, enough about me (for now), lets get on with today’s business.
Weekend Roundup:
1. Fashion IN Detroit - This two-day fashion event makes its debut at the Detroit Zoo featuring 12 fashion shows by top designers. October 1-2.
2. The 14th Annual Great Lakes Regional Chili Cook-off and Motorcycle Bike Show - This competition in Plymouth features categories in red chili, green chili, and salsa. And there's a bike show too! October 4th.
3. The Pioneer Building 9th Annual Open Studios - The Pioneer Building is a former factory that has been converted into artists' studios. Twenty-seven artists are welcoming visitors into their workspaces. Visitors can observe how they work, see works in progress, and buy original art. October 3rd. (Hat tip to @CatherineHilker)
4. Fall Farm Festival at Kensington Metropark - Cirque Amongus will be teaching children how to juggle and walk the balance beam and traditional carpentry skills will be demonstrated. Other activities include a corn maze, hayrides, and learning about Michigan's cultural history. October 3-4.
5. The Fantasticks - The Hilberry Theater opens the season with this simple American musical about love. This happens to be one of my favorite musicals and it's the longest running Off-Broadway musical of all time. October 2-24.
Do you know of a great event going in on Metro Detroit this weekend? Add it to the comments and share it with us!