Thursday, August 9
Chamber Networking
Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce holds a Quarterly Networking Meeting. 1-800-LAW-FIRM, 26700 Lahser Rd., Suite 400, in Southfield. Its free and includes cocktails and hors doeuvres. RSVP to (248) 996-8340 or lkalou@chaldeanchamber.com.

Breast Cancer
A fundraiser for Chaldean breast cancer patients, held in memory of Vivian Esshaki Shouneyia, raises money to help women with their various financial needs as they fight the disease. The evening includes wine and appetizers and runs from 6-9 p.m. at 3220 Erie Drive in Orchard Lake. Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door. Givinghearts36@gmail.com or Facebook.com/GivingHeartsForBreastCancer.

Sunday, August 12
Drums and Ice Cream
The Oak Park HS Drumline performs at Dairy Delights, 4-5 p.m., 13807 W. Nine Mile (at Coolidge) in Oak Park. Face Painting and Balloons for the kids and Ice Cream Specials from 3-6 p.m.

Wednesday, August 15
Food for College Students
Prep Your Pantry  College Bound teaches students and parents how to stock a college pantry with basics to create quick, healthy meals using limited appliances. Includes recipes designed to keep students energized during long study nights and care-package tips. 6:30 p.m., Demonstration Kitchen, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Road. $19. (248) 325-3890 or dk@hfhs.org.

Thursday, August 16 - Thursday, August 16
Downtown Detroit Days
Downtown Detroit Days transform the empty lot that was once J.L. Hudson's into a marketplace featuring Detroit and Michigan brands. Local artists and entertainers will also be on hand. Free shuttles leave Somerset Mall in Troy every half hour. The last bus to Detroit leaves Somerset at 6 p.m. and the last bus back to Somerset is at 8 p.m. DowntownDetroitDays.com.

Saturday, August 18
Woodward Dream Cruise
The Woodward Dream Cruise officially takes place from 9 a.m.-9 p.m., but in reality, classic cars will be out and about all week  and then some. This is the 18th year for whats billed at the worlds largest car show, stretching along 16 miles of Woodward Avenue from Berkley to Pontiac. WoodwardDreamCruise.com.

Tuesday, August 21
Vegan Cooking
Vegan Cooking gives tips on transitioning to a vegan (animal-free) diet or adding healthy, plant-based options to your current lifestyle. 6:30 p.m., Demonstration Kitchen, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Road. $19. (248) 325-3890 or dk@hfhs.org.

Friday, August 31 - Friday, August 31
Detroit Jazz Festival
Now in its 33rd year, the Detroit Jazz Festival takes place over several city blocks in downtown Detroit, from Hart Plaza to Campus Martius, with five stages and 100 acts. Also included are educational activities for adults and children, fireworks, late-night jam sessions, opportunities to meet the artists and more. And its all free! DetroitJazzFest.com.

Monday, September 10
ECRC Bible Study
Bible Study: Proclaiming the Kingdom: The Synoptic Gospels, Acts and the Letters of St. Paul classes begin at the ECRC. This is Year B of a program based on the Denver Catholic Biblical School; Year A is not required to participate. Classes are held 7-9 p.m. at the ECRC, 4875 W. Maple Road in Bloomfield Township. Registration required. (248) 538-9903.

Wednesday, September 12
Ghaly Jarbo Memorial Golf outing
Golf: Third Annual Golf Outing in memory of Ghaly Jarbo includes lunch, a 1 p.m. shotgun start, open bar and dinner at Shenandoah Country Club. The fee is $200 per player or $60 for dinner only. Attendees can view a plaque honoring Jarbo at the Chaldean Cultural Center. (248) 798-6767 or nov1124@aol.com.

Thursday, September 13
Chaldean Chamber Industry Outlook
Chamber: Social Networking is the topic of this years Industry Outlook from the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce. 6 p.m., Regency Manor in Southfield. (248) 996-8340.

Friday, September 14
Fashion Fundraiser
Fundraiser: Rockin the D on the Runway benefits Jacobs Fight, which battles pediatric brain tumors. The event, hosted by Indigo Salon, includes a fashion show, gourmet appetizers and desserts, live and silent auctions, signature martinis and a cash bar. $50 donation. 7 p.m., Edgewood Country Club in Commerce. (248) 960-4990 or JacobsFight.com.

Saturday, September 22
Run for Jesus
Race: Run for Jesus 5K Run/Walk is hosted by St. Catherine of Sienna Academy. The event features a timed race and free tee-shirt for those who register by September 15. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the Run/Walk begins promptly at 8 a.m. Pre-registration takes place on September 20-21 from noon to 4 p.m. Registration is $10-$25. 28200 Napier Road in Wixom. (248) 946-4848.

Wednesday, September 26
CABA Networking
Networking: Chaldean American Bar Association holds a speed networking event. 6-8 p.m., Shenandoah Country Club. $30 members, $40 non-members. (248) 521-2900 or info@ChaldeanBar.com.

Saturday, September 29
Health Screenings
Health: Free prostate education and health-screening event runs from 8-11:30 a.m. in the Alice Gustafson Center on the campus of St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital, 44405 Woodward Avenue in Pontiac. Free screenings include prostate (both DRE and PSA tests), blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol. To register, call (800) 372-6094.

Friday, February 1
2013 Cultural Exchange
Culture: 2013 Cultural Exchange is presented by the City of Sterling Heights and its Ethnic Community Committee with music and dance, cuisine and educational cultural displays. The public is welcome. $1 donation. 6-10 p.m., Sterling Heights Senior Center. Attendees can catch a free shuttle at Dodge Park. (586) 446-2489.

Ladies Night
Ladies Night at the Regency Manor in Southfield has appetizers, dinner and entertainment by Ahmad Hatoum, Adel Adeeb and Emad Batayeh. Coordinated by Hana Najor, Nita Murad and Jovann Dawood-Mihalian. 7 p.m., tickets are $40. (248) 979-0279 or (248) 353-1133.

Sunday, February 3
Doah Bowl
The 9th Annual Doah (Super) Bowl takes place at Shenandoah Country Club. Doors open at 5 p.m. and kickoff is at 6:30. Buffet runs from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Members only. $30 adults, $20 kids 12 and younger. (248) 454-1927 to reserve. Regency Manor in Southfield has a Super Bowl party with buffet dinner and cash bar. Doors open at 5 p.m. and kickoff is at 6:30. Tickets are $40. (248) 353-1133.

Tuesday, February 5
CASA Bowling
Bowling: OU CASAS winter bowling league begins today and runs through April 9 at Langans. Practice begins at 9:30 p.m. and the games start at 10. $10 per person. OU_CASA@yahoo.com.

Friday, February 8 - Friday, February 8
Motown Winter Blast
Festival: Motown Winter Blast makes the cold weather fun, with live music, outdoor activities, indoor comfort zones, food and much more in and around Campus Martius Park in Detroit. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $1, a can of food, or a book. WinterBlast.com.

Saturday, February 9
Solanus Casey Dinner
The Solanus Casey Center hosts its ninth annual fundraising wine, dinner and auction event at 6 p.m. at the Met Hotel, Troy. Includes cocktail hour, sit-down dinner, fine wines, live and silent auctions, and musical entertainment. Tickets are $75. (313) 579-2100, ext. 153.

Wednesday, February 13
Valentine's Party
Party: Valentines Party at the Regency Manor in Southfield includes appetizers, refreshments, cash bar and entertainment by Munter Fahmi, Ahmad Hatoum and Emad Batayeh. Doors open at 9 p.m.; tickets are $25. (248) 979-0279 or (248) 353-1133.

Monday, February 18
Auditions
Open auditions begin at 7 p.m. for A Night of Chaldean Comedy, which will be presented in May by Skys the Limit and Manna Chaldean Productions to benefit the Chaldean Community Foundation. Actors must be 18 or older. Farmington Manor, 23666 Orchard Lake Road. Visit SkysTheLimitProductions.net for audition material or call (877) 785-7763.

Friday, February 22
CASAblanca Fashion
CASAblanca Fashion Show & Shopping Extravaganza begins at 8:30 p.m. at Shenandoah Country Club. After the show, the runway is removed and it becomes a giant party. Proceeds benefit the D-Man Foundation, which helps quadriplegics and others with disabilities achieve the highest quality of life possible. Tickets, $50, include open bar. OU_CASA@yahoo.com.

Sunday, February 24
Chaldean Hockey League
Hockey: Sixth Annual Friends & Family Night benefits Chaldean refugees. Free open skate from 6-7 p.m. at Orchard Lake St. Mary's Ice Arena, followed by the Chaldean Hockey League's first round of playoffs. Food and beverages will be on sale.

Saturday, March 2
Parenting Seminar
Seminar: Meeting the Critical Challenges of Effective Parenting is the topic of a seminar from Dr. John T. Chirban, author and advisor to the Dr. Phil Show. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tickets, $10, include lunch. St. Mary Orthodox Church, Livonia. (734) 422-0010.

Tuesday, March 5
Crohn's Lecture
Health: Beaumont Lecture Series presents Living with Crohn's and Colitis: Treatment options, research and tactics for daily living with inflammatory bowel disease. 7 p.m., Berman Center for the Performing Arts, 6600 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. A reception follows. Admission is free but registration is required by visiting theberman.org (select buy tickets) or calling (248) 661-1900.

Wednesday, March 6
College Night
College: Marian High School hosts a College Night from 6:30-8 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Michigan Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, and all area high school students and parents are welcome. The participating list of colleges will be found at www.marian-hs.org. 7225 Lahser Road, Bloomfield Hills. Entrance and parking are in the rear.

Thursday, March 7
CALC Fundraiser
Fundraiser: Malts for Matts raises funds for CALCs Mattress Fund, which assists in providing mattresses, beds and bedding to the needy. Tickets, $75, include dinner and malt tasting. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., dinner is at 7 and the malt tasting begins at 8:30. Sponsored by Men for a Cause. Duo Restaurant & Lounge, 29555 Northwestern Highway, Southfield. Gus Shamoon, (248) 521-4410.

Sunday, March 10
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Parade: The 55th annual Detroit St. Patricks Parade begins at 2 p.m. on Michigan Avenue and 6th Street, continuing down to 14th Street. Sponsored by United Detroit Societies. DetroitStPatricksParade.com.

Thursday, March 14
CALC Fundraiser
Fundraiser: First Annual St. Pattys Pots & Pans Fundraiser from CALC runs from 8 p.m.-midnight at CK Diggs Restaurant, 2010 W. Auburn Road, Rochester Hills. The night includes a raffle, complimentary hors doeuvres and cash bar. Bring a new pot or pan or make a monetary donation. (248) 538.8300 or jshallal@CALConline.org.

Saturday, March 16
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Parade: The Norman O'Brien Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians hosts a St. Patrick's Day Parade in Royal Oak. It begins at 11:30 a.m. at Royal Oak Middle School and proceeds south on Washington, turns west on Seventh Street and ends at the St. Mary Church parking lot.

Sunday, March 17
COACH Carnival
Carnival: The Fourth Annual COACH Carnival includes games, prizes, tattoos, cotton candy, a cash raffle with $5,000 in prizes, and more. 2-6 p.m., Shenandoah Country Club. CoachInfo.org.

Free Legal Assistance
Law: The Law Offices of Hakim, Daman & Toma provide free legal assistance and consultation to the public. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Mother of God Chaldean Catholic Church, 25585 Berg Road, Southfield.

Tuesday, March 26
Eating After Bariatric
Health: Healthy Eating After Bariatric Surgery is geared for patients, family members and those considering bariatric surgery. Learn how to cook healthy, tasty entrees that meet dietary guidelines and portion-size recommendations. $19. Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. (248) 325-3890 or dk@hfhs.org.

Wednesday, April 10
Art X Detroit
Art: Art X Detroit: The Kresge Arts Experience presents dance, musical and theatrical performances, literary readings, workshops, panel discussions and public art, all free, at more than a dozen venues in Detroits midtown Cultural Center. April 10-14. ArtXDetroit.com.

Friday, April 12
Chamber Dinner
Chamber: The 10th Annual Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner begins at 6 p.m. at Shenandoah Country Club. Sold out! (248) 996-8340.

Monday, April 15 - Monday, April 15
Macomb Restaurant Week
Restaurants: Marvelous Macomb Restaurant Week features daily lunches and dinners at special prices from April 15-20. Visit the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce for a list of participating restaurants at SUSCC.com.

Friday, April 19
Stand-Up Comedy Night
Comedy: Limelight Entertainment, Johnny Kenaya and CACA OU present the Stand-Up Comedy Night starring Amer Zahr and Vincent Oshana. Hosted by Ali the Bulldog and sounds by DJ Chrome. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8, and an after party with food, drinks, hookah and music goes until 2 a.m. Ages 18 and older. Regency Manor, Southfield. Visit neptix.com for tickets or call (313) 492-2000 for VIP seating.

Sunday, April 21
VegFest
Food: VegFest 2013 explores the health, environmental and ethical benefits of a plant-based diet with speakers, panelists, cooking demonstrations, children's activities and vegan cuisine from 50 local restaurants and bakeries. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Admission is $10; free for kids under 6. VegMichigan.org.