Detroit Moxie's Weekend Roundup
Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at 11:33PM
Becks Davis in Becks Davis, Detroit, Detroit, Detroit Moxie, downtown hoedown, events in detroit, flower day, things to do in Detroit, weekend in detriot

There is only one thing to say today. Let's go Red Wings!

Weekend Roundup

1. Northern Lights 1966: The Powerful Story of Detroit Students Who Stood Up For Their Rights and Won - The Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit premieres this original play with music at the DFT. It tells the story of students at Northern High School who fought for their rights. May 13-15, 20-22.

2. Great Lakes Taiko - Japanese drumming bangs on at Friday Night Live! at the DIA. It's a treat for both the ears and eyes. May 13th.

3. WYCD Downtown Hoedown - Yeehaw! National and local country acts take to Hart Plaza for a 3-day concert that will attract around a million people. Channel 7 anchor Stephen Clark and The Trending Topics perform on Sunday. May 13-15.

4. Farm Days at Maybury Farms - Fun for the whole family down on the farm! Sheep sheering, hay rides, tractors, entertainment and baby animals. Baby animals! May 14-15.

5. Flower Day at Eastern Market - Get your green thumbs ready! Annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees and more. Over 150,000 people visit the flower show, which is one of the largest in the country. May 15th.

6. Motor City Comic Con - Love comic books and pop culture? Then this is the place to be! Merchandise and memorabilia, costume contests, and comic book creators will be on hand. May 13-15.

Do you know of a great event going on in Metro Detroit this weekend? Add it to the comments and share it with us!

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