Community Corner

5 Things to Know in Clawson This Week

1. A "girls night out" can benefit the needy in Clawson, if you take part in the March of Dimes Girls Night Out on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. A food sampling from Metro Detroit restaurants, desserts, live music, wine, shopping, and more are on the agenda at Leon & Lulu. For more information, including cost, and how to RSVP, visit: March of Dimes Girls' Night Out.

2. The American Red Cross will stop by Leon & Lulu on Tuesday from 1 to 6:45 p.m. to take blood donations. To register online, visit redcrossblood.org.  For more information, visit: Red Cross Blood Drive.

3. Trinity Lutheran Church hosts a special Vacation Bible School on Sunday at 6 p.m. This week's trip focuses on Wellington, New Zealand. This free event is open for children ages 3 through sixth grade. For more information, including how to register, visit: Vacation Bible School - World Tour 2013.

4. If you or someone you know is facing a loss of energy or confidence due to financial instability, consider visiting the Circle for Self-Esteem on Monday at 7 p.m. Contact Liz Carnegie to register at ecarnegie@aol.com or call (248) 307-0850. Meetings are held at Grace Apostolic Church.

5. The Clawson Planning Commission meets on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit: cityofclawson.com.

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