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Month: August 2018

Diverse, Powerful Lineup Announced for 39th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival Presented by Quicken Loans

August 21, 2018 Press Release 0

DETROIT — In keeping with its tradition of assembling a unique, true-to-jazz lineup of artists to headline its signature event, the Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation has announced […]

PHOTOS: Inaugural Motor City Muscle festival in downtown Detroit

August 21, 2018 Gloria Rzucidlo 0

AmericaJR’s Gloria and Jerome Rzucidlo were LIVE in downtown Detroit for the inaugural Motor City Muscle festival. On the weekend of August 17th – 19th, […]

Trivia Tuesday: 5 New Trivia Questions from “Page-A-Day”

August 21, 2018 americajr 0

Every Tuesday is a Trivia Tuesday on AmericaJR… Look for five new trivia questions and answers from the “365 Amazing Trivia Facts for 2018” calendar. […]

U-M Battery breakthrough: Doubling performance with lithium metal that doesn’t catch fire

August 20, 2018 Press Release 0

by Jim Lynch / University of Michigan ANN ARBOR — A rechargeable battery technology developed at the University of Michigan could double the output of […]

PHOTOS: 2018 South Point Car and Truck Show (Las Vegas, NV)

August 20, 2018 Jason Rzucidlo 0

AmericaJR’s Jason Rzucidlo reports from the South Point Hotel Casino & Spa for their 2018 Car and Truck Show. See some of the hottest rides […]

Movie Monday: Friday’s Upcoming Movie Releases for 8/24

August 20, 2018 americajr 0

Look for these new movies to hit the box office on Friday, August 24, 2018: “The Happytime Murders” Rated R. 91 minutes. Action, Comedy, Crime, […]

PHOTO GALLERY: 2018 Woodward Dream Cruise (Ferndale, MI)

August 19, 2018 Gloria Rzucidlo 0

AmericaJR’s Gloria and Jerome Rzucidlo were LIVE at Woodward and 9 Mile Road for the 2018 Woodward Dream Cruise. It is the world’s largest one-day celebration […]

Vegas Goes Country: Fremont Street Experience to Host 26th Annual Downtown Hoedown

August 18, 2018 Press Release 0

LAS VEGAS — Fremont Street Experience is calling all cowboys and country music fans to grab their boots, chaps and cowboy hats and head on over […]

GALLERY: 2018 Sweetest Heart of Mary Pierogi Festival in Detroit — Part Two

August 18, 2018 Jerome Rzucidlo 0

AmericaJR’s Gloria and Jerome Rzucidlo were LIVE at the 2018 Sweetest Heart of Mary Pierogi Festival last weekend. It is described as the largest Polish festival in […]

How to Get Your Child to Do Homework Without a Fight

August 17, 2018 americajr 0

By Carol Tuttle, author of The Child Whisperer When it comes to your child’s homework, do you beg, plead, or bribe? Do you threaten consequences? You […]

GALLERY: Las Vegas 51s 14, Reno Aces 2 @ Cashman Field

August 17, 2018 Jason Rzucidlo 0

AmericaJR’s Jason Rzucidlo reports from Cashman Field for a minor league baseball game between the Las Vegas 51s vs. Reno Aces. The game took place on […]

‘Queen of Soul’ Aretha Franklin passes away at 76 in Detroit

August 16, 2018 Jason Rzucidlo 0

DETROIT — The Motor City’s own Aretha Franklin has died at the age of 76 on Thursday morning with her friends and family by her […]

EARTH TALK: Companies Incentivizing Employees To Live Greener, Promote Sustainability

August 16, 2018 americajr 0

Dear EarthTalk: What are some ways that companies are encouraging or incentivizing employees to live greener and promote sustainability? —Jane Bussbaum, Troy, NY Many companies talk […]

PHOTO GALLERY: The Main Event Novi Free Festival (Novi, MI) — Part Two

August 16, 2018 Jerome Rzucidlo 0

AmericaJR’s Gloria and Jerome Rzucidlo were LIVE in downtown Novi, Mich for The Main Event. It featured a fabulous food truck rally, craft beer and wine, an […]

New illuminated sign welcomes visitors to downtown Las Vegas

August 15, 2018 Jason Rzucidlo 0

LAS VEGAS — A new City of Las Vegas sign was installed last week to welcome visitors to the downtown area. It is located at […]

PHOTOS: 37th annual Sweetest Heart of Mary Pierogi Festival in Detroit

August 15, 2018 Gloria Rzucidlo 0

AmericaJR’s Gloria and Jerome Rzucidlo were LIVE at the 2018 Sweetest Heart of Mary Pierogi Festival last weekend. It is described as the largest Polish […]

Friday’s New CD/Album Releases for 8/17

August 15, 2018 americajr 0

Look for these new CDs/albums to hit store shelves on Friday, August 17, 2018: Animal Collective Tangerine Reef Ariana Grande Sweetener Austin Lucas Immortal Americans […]

NASCAR: Kevin Harvick wins Consumers Energy 400 at MIS

August 14, 2018 americajr 0

BROOKLYN, Mich. — The Consumers Energy 400 featured varying strategies by the teams throughout the race. The crew chiefs used the stage breaks to make […]

PHOTO GALLERY: Las Vegas 51s vs. Reno Aces @ Cashman Field

August 14, 2018 Jason Rzucidlo 0

AmericaJR’s Jason Rzucidlo reports from Cashman Field for a minor league baseball game between the Las Vegas 51s vs. Reno Aces. The game took place […]

Trivia Tuesday: 5 New Trivia Questions from “Page-A-Day”

August 14, 2018 americajr 0

Every Tuesday is a Trivia Tuesday on AmericaJR… Look for five new trivia questions and answers from the “365 Amazing Trivia Facts for 2018” calendar. […]

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EVENTS CALENDAR: “Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume”

Across nearly every medium Disney has touched, since the earliest days of animation, through innovations in live-action filmmaking, pioneering efforts in television, location-based entertainment and retail, and even gaming—one creative aspect of Disney has been seldom-recognized, but ever-present: that of costume design.

This exhibition explores nearly six decades of films produced by The Walt Disney Studios, Walt Disney Television, and Disney Theatrical Group, in an effort share with guests the level of craftsmanship and artistry required to produce every costume presented across stage and screen. Incorporating 79 costumes from 32 films and representing 24 different designers worn by 71 different actors, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume will prove to be truly unique and magical experience for guests of all ages.

Now – Jan. 1, 2023 at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Mich.

More info at: www.thehenryford.org.

EVENTS CALENDAR: “2022 NAIAS Detroit Auto Show”

The North American International Auto Show (aka Detroit Auto Show) is one of the most influential annual automotive events in the world and a showcase for emerging technologies. September of 2022 ushers in the next-generation auto show in Detroit featuring a totally transformed indoor and outdoor experience, including brand-defining vehicles, product ride-and-drives and dynamic experiential activations.

The reimagined event includes: AutoMobili-D, an inside look at future mobility platforms; Media Day, an opportunity for automakers and industry suppliers to debut new products and technologies; Industry Tech Days, a chance to preview emerging mobility technologies and engage with innovators; Charity Preview, a signature fundraising gala for children’s charities; and the Public Show, a nine-day mobility and community celebration with activations and entertainment citywide.

Huntington Place in Detroit, MI.

For more information, visit www.NAIAS.com

EVENTS CALENDAR: “Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas”

Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, will rev up this year’s Las Vegas Auction, June 30-July 2, at the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center with an impressive stable of Ford-powered pony cars and collectible Shelby vehicles.

Collector car enthusiasts interested in registering to bid for Barrett-Jackson’s 2022 Las Vegas Auction may do so here.

To purchase tickets and VIP packages to the event, click here. Join Barrett-Jackson’s online conversation with #BarrettJackson and #BJAC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

Visit www.barrett-jackson.com for more info.

EVENTS CALENDAR: “Downtown Rocks Free Concert Series”

The Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas invites you to these free concerts:

  • Sat, Jul 30th – Hoobastank, Soul Asylum, Alien Ant Farm (3rd St Stage, Time 7:00 p.m.)
  • Sat, Aug 13th – Saliva & Theory of a Deadman ( 3rd St Stage, Starts at 8:00 p.m.)
  • Sat, Aug 20th – Simple Plan (3rd St Stage, 9:00 p.m.)
  • Sat, Sep 3rd – Rick Springfield, Men at Work, John Waite (3rd St Stage, Time TBD)
  • Sat, Sep 10th – The Pretty Reckless ( 3rd St Stage, 9:00 p.m.)
  • Sat, Oct 15th – Jelly Roll (3rd St Stage, 9:00 p.m.)
  • Sat, Oct 22nd – Slaughter, Vixen, Sweet (3rd St Stage, Time TBD)
  • Sat, Nov 19th – Stone Temple Pilots (3rd St Stage, 9:00 p.m.)

All concerts are presented free of charge thanks to our casino partners, so give them some love.

For more information, visit https://vegasexperience.com/downtown-rocks-free-concerts/

EVENTS CALENDAR: “Broadway in Detroit”

Here are the list of upcoming plays and musicals produced by Broadway in Detroit:

“Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations”: Aug. 9 – 28, 2022 @ Detroit Opera House

“Il Divo Greatest Hits Tour”: Sept. 4, 2022 @ Fisher Theatre

“MasterChef Junior Live!”: Sept. 24, 2022 @ Detroit Opera House

For tickets and more info go to: www.broadwayindetroit.com


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