The Week Ahead in and Around Birmingham

Jazz with RJ Spangler  

Enjoy a live concert with the RJ Spangler Trio featuring Larry Smith on the alto sax from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, August 20 at the Birmingham Historical Museum and Park. The trio consists of Oliver Nevels on guitar and Greg Cook on the upright bass, and perform hard bop jazz of the 50s and 60s.

Whole Grain & Gluten Free Pasta Cooking Class

Learn the secrets to healthy and tasty cooking at the Community House at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21. Lisa Howard is a culinary author, food coach, and the creator of theculturedcook.com. To register or for more info call The Community House at 248-644-5832.

Eds and Meds at Cranbrook

Join Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) for a special program that features representatives from southeast Michigan’s largest medical and higher-education institutions who will discuss their organizations’ future plans for capital improvements, expansion projects, and facility upgrades. The event begins at 2:30 p.m. and runs to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21 at the Cranbrook Art Museum. Tours will be given between 5-6 p.m. 

Christian Leadership Academy Open House

Learn more about the latest school coming to the Bloomfield area at this informative event, staring at 7 p.m. Aug. 22. Take a tour of the building, 3600 Telegraph Road and have a chance to interact with the faculty and staff. 

Dinner with Sheriff Mike Bouchard

Join the The Birmingham Republican Women’s Club as they host Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard to discuss safety and security at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23 at the Village Club. Seats are available for $40 or $45, but RSVPs are required by noon Aug. 22 by calling 248-408-4375.