Things to do in Metro Detroit this Weekend: 1/19 to 1/22

January 19 - 21

Sibelius' First Symphony & Prokofiev, Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Get swept away by the beauty of these Nordic marvels conducted and played by two young virtuosos, conductor Tabita Berglund, and the young French cellist Edgar Moreau. Full program details and tickets starting at $15 are available at dso.org 

January 20

Austen Brantley Solo Exhibition MUSÉ at Carr Center Gallery

MUSÉ, Austen Brantley's newest solo exhibition will be on display in the Carr Center Gallery from January 18 through February 25, 2022. Meet Austen at a special opening reception this Friday from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Event is free to attend but registration is required here: eventbrite.com

Visit thecarrcenter.org for full exhibition hours and information.

George Clinton and The Parliament Funkadelic, Music Hall

Recording both as Parliament and Funkadelic, George Clinton revolutionized R&B during the ’70s, twisting soul music into funk by adding influences from several late-’60s acid heroes: Jimi Hendrix, Frank Zappa, and Sly Stone. The Parliament/Funkadelic machine ruled black music during the ’70s, capturing more than 40 R&B hit singles, including three number ones, and recording three platinum albums. Clinton’s mix of jazz, rock, pop, classical, and gospel is a musical style unlike all others, so much so that it eventually developed into its own identifiable style called P-Funk. musichall.org 

January 20 - 21

Fire & Ice Festival, Downtown Rochester 

Oakland County's Fire & Ice festival in downtown Rochester is back after a two year hiatus. This FREE winter event is set among the twinkling lights of Main street and offers something for everyone from axe throwing, cornhole, a climbing tower, scavenger hunt and more! Festival goers can warm up at the firepits while sampling bites from food trucks or the TasteFest & Beer Tent and browse the ice carvings themed "myths & legends". Both evenings end with a magical fireworks display. For more information and hours visit oakgov.com.

January 21

Little Cub & Explorers Club, DNR Outdoor Adventure Center, Detroit

10:30 am - noon

Foster and encourage a love of the outdoors with your littles by registering for the Little Cub & Explorers Club at DNR Outdoor Adventure Center. This month, the topic is animal tracks and scat which kicks off with an introductory lesson and activity for all kids followed by story time and crafts for Little Cubs (3 - 6) and a science or exploration activity for Explorers (7 - 10). Registrations is $3 in advance and can be done here: secure.rec1.com/MI/michigan-dnr

Royal Oak Beer Festival: Crafts, Seltzers and Ciders, Royal Oak Farmers Market 

Experience new brews, ciders and seltzers at the Royal Oak Beer Festival. This years event is benefitting K9 Charities so you will be helping out a great cause while enjoying live music and entertainment, breweries and brands, and more. For tickets and more information visit royaloakbeerfestivals.com

January 22

Bow Wow Breakfast with Paws Around Motown, Clawson

Grab some free breakfast and coffee while your pup has some fun and you get free dog training at Paws Around Motown in Clawson. Event is free but pre-registration is required and spots fill up fast! Register at pamtrainingschedule

Vinyl Pairing Dinner at The Kitchen by Cooking with Q

Vinyl Tasting presents their next coursed dinner inspired by and paired with the sweet sounds of Frank Ocean's Channel Orange. Enjoy a 5-course plated dinner by Chef Amber Beckem with wine or mocktail pairings, live DJ and special gifts. Vegan/vegetarian options available and seating is limited. Tickets are $80 with wine or $65 without wine, and must be pre-purchased at at eventbrite.com