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As the days get shorter, the to-do lists are getting longer. Such is the end of summer.
Take some time to enjoy life with your family and friends, right here in your community. Here are five events happening in and around Saline these weekend.
Saline vs Rockford Football
What: When we last saw Saline, nearly half the town followed the Hornets to Ford Field for the state championship game. These kids want to get back there and to do so, they're going to need to beat teams like Rockford along the way.
Where: Hornet Stadium, Saline High School
When: 7 p.m., Friday
Cost: $5
First Responder Classic Car Show
What: Like classic cars? Want to learn more about local firefighters and police? This event hits both those spots. Drive in your classic cars and compete for trophies. At the same event, you can watch Pittsfield Firefighters demo the "jaws of life." Oh yeah, Chief Hoeft and the SAFD will be grilling hot dogs.
Where: Crispin Chevrolet, 7112 E Michigan Ave,
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday
Cost: Free
Saline Farmers Market
What: Fresh veggies and fruits, plus baked goods and other locally produced goods.
Where: Downtown Saline, in the lot behind Benny's
When: 8 a.m. to noon.
Cost: Free
World War II Anniversary
What: The public is invited to help celebrate the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. There will be World War II veterans and "Rosie the Riveters" on hand.
Where: VFW Post 423, 3230 S Wagner Road
When: 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday
Cost: Free. RSVP at 734-428-0284
Luke Winslow-King Concert at Mangiamo
What: From New Orleans via Cadillac, Mich., Luke Winslow-King plays an eclectic mix of delta-folk, classical composition, ragtime and rock and roll. The New York Times described his music as “a boiled-down live, almost improvised, sound that seamlessly melds Delta blues, gospel and jazz themes with personal, simplified lyrics.”
Where: Mangiamo Italian Grill, 107 W. Michigan Ave.
When: 8 p.m., Sunday
Cost: $15 (K-12 students are free)
More News from Saline
- SOFTBALL: Saline Roars Back to Earn Split With Dexter Saline split its doubleheader with Dexter Monday to maintain its grip on the SEC Red.
- BASEBALL: Saline Rebounds to Split Doubleheader with Dexter Saline lost its first SEC Red game of the season against Dexter Monday but rebounded for a split to keep the Hornets atop the conference.
