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Sunday, December 18, 2011

Weekend Countdown: Chill Out and Enjoy Live Music

Bringing you the latest and greatest for the weekend in Fenton and the surrounding area.

Our pick for today: Enjoy Live Music  Where: Fenton Hotel Tavern and Grille, 302 N. Leroy St., Fenton, MI When: 8 p.m.-midnight Friday, Dec. 23 and Saturday, Dec. 24 Cost: Free Why go: Chill out before the holiday by listening to the music of Rusty and Laurie Wright Come back to Fenton Patch Tuesday for more weekend-things-to-do options. Or, visit our Events guide here.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Are You Ready for Thanksgiving? 5 Restaurants Open On Thanksgiving

No inclination to cook? On your own for the holiday? Try these picks.

1. A Thanksgiving Day brunch buffet is offered at The French Laundry, 125 W. Shiawassee Ave. in Fenton, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; cost is $24.95 for per person; it's $12.95 for children ages six through 12 and free for children under the age of six. Tickets must be purchased at the restaurant or by calling 810-629-8852 for regular seating. No reservations are taken for the bar seats, so those are available on a first-come, first-served basis for brunch. 2. Fenton Hotel Tavern and Grille, 302 N Leroy St. in Fenton, has seatings from noon-6 p.m.; reservations only for regular seating; bar seating is first-come, first-served. Call 810-750-9463 to reserve your spot. 3. Ruby Tuesday, 19005 Silver Parkway in Fenton, serves up its regular menu between…

Monday, November 21, 2011

Ready for Thanksgiving? 5 Places to Spend the Biggest Bar Night of the Year

Here's a list of what's happening in and around Fenton for Wednesday.

1. Sagebrush Cantina has a DJ, dancing and drink specials for the night before Thanksgiving (aka the biggest bar night of the year). 2. Mo Doggie's Bar and Grill features live music from Acoustic Madness, a terrific band, on Wednesday night with no cover charge. 3. Rusty & Laurie Wright perform from 7-11 p.m. Wednesday at the Fenton Hotel Tavern and Grille; admission is free. 4. Joe & Lewie's Penalty Box has nothing unusual planned but always has a big turnout; last year more than 400 came to eat, drink and be merry. 5. Rockin For Rick - Want to skip the actual bar scene and still have fun? Friends of Rick Harman, who is battling life-threatening cancer, are hosting a fundraiser at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center. The event will …

Sharon

3:16 pm on Monday, November 21, 2011

I must be older than I feel -- I had absolutely no clue that the BIGGEST BAR NIGHT OF THE YEAR had anything to do with Thanksgiving ........   more ›

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Get Out: Five Things to Do This Weekend

Here's what's going on around town the next couple of days.

This weekend is nearing and it's time to start planning. We've rounded up some of our favorite let-yourself-go, get-out-and-make-life-happen events. But be careful to pace yourself, though: These selections are charged with good times! 1. Camping for Memorial Day weekend at Groveland Oaks Where/when: Groveland Oaks, 14555 Dixie Hwy., Holly; daily. Why go: Oakland County Parks and Recreation celebrates Memorial Day by hosting a family camping weekend at Groveland Oaks County Park with patriotic art, bingo, tie-dye, bicycle parade, face painters, outdoor games, entertainers, DJ Dance and bands. Price: Varies. 2. Beth Stalker & Jim Rawlings live at the Fenton Hotel When/where: Fenton Hotel, 302 N. Leroy St., Fenton; Saturday, 8 to 11 p.m. Why…

Joe Klimaski

11:55 am on Monday, May 30, 2011

Went on line to find something to do to entertain our friends from NC. Still sitting here tring to find something. Pure Southern Michigan........Pure Boring!!   more ›

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Food and 'Spirits' at the Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille

Local restaurant is known for its fine cuisine and haunting history.

When Christopher Bailey talks about visiting the Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille, he comments on the "wonderful food” and how renovations that the restaurant’s owners, Nick and Peggy Sorise, completed in 2006 have given the building an upscale, modern feel. Then, he’ll tell you about the ghosts. Bailey is the research director of Grimstone, a scientifically based paranormal research organization with main offices in Warren and Lansing. Since Grimstone originated 15 years ago, it has conducted investigations across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin. The organization has undertaken three investigations at the Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille as well as supported fundraisers for the establishment by leading haunted tours of the …

Graham Dawson

5:06 pm on Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Does the restaurant still have all you can eat frog legs on Monday nights?   more ›

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