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Weekend Planner: Halloween Happenings, Parenting Class and Museum Gala

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It's the end of the week. You're bored. You want something to do. Dearborn, you've come to the right place.

Here are some of the highlights of the week.

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Where/When: , 7 p.m. Thursday

Why Go: A unique way to get into the Halloween mood, this talk will explore Poe's interest in Arab and Islamic literature, his orientalism, and its connections to his more famous works.

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Pricing: Free

2.

Where/When: , 5:30-8 p.m. Monday; , 5:30-7 p.m. Sunday; , 6 p.m. Monday

Why Go: Who needs trick-or-treating? Kids can load up on candy and families can help support several local churches throughout the weekend with these events.

Pricing: Free

3. HALLOWEEKEND AT MOOSE'S

Where/When: , 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday and Saturday

Why Go: Free food, drink specials, Halloween costume contests and more–both nights!

Pricing: Free to attend

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Where/When: , 6 p.m. Saturday

Why Go: Celebrate and support the work of the with this sit-down dinner. Live entertainment, a fashion show and a preview to the museum's newest exhibit (VIP only) are included.

Pricing: $250 patrons, $500 benefactors

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Where/When: Guardian Lutheran Church, 8:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday

Why Go: This all-day program for parents and kids will help teach children how to be internally motivated to do great things. Registration is required, and can be completed here.

Pricing: $25 per adult

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