HyperLocal News for Auburn Hills, Michigan

The Purple Rose Theatre Company: An American beauty of a playhouseWhat if you could magically recreate intimate, cutting-edge theaters like New York’s late, lamented Circle Repertory in the Midwest? Then you would have the Purple Rose Theatre Company, a gem of a theater in Chelsea, Mich. The theater is just 15 minutes from Ann Arbor and an hour from either Detroit or Battle Creek.

FireKeepers Casino: Scorching gaming and moreFireKeepers Casino, one of Michigan’s newest gambling casinos, delivers red-hot gaming, dining and nightlife in southwest Michigan.

Great Wolf Lodge: Splash with the fam in SanduskyThe Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park is the perfect Northeast Ohio destination for family fun. This large indoor water park has everything you could ask for in a family style resort -- twisting water slides, cool pools, a lazy river, wet playground, four restaurants, a bar and plenty of comfy accommodations to make your stay worthwhile.

African Safari Wildlife Park: go wild this summer!Port Clinton's African Safari Wildlife Park is wildest family destination this side of the Prime Meridian. Featuring dozens of animals including friendly giraffes, zebras, warthogs and Scottish Highlanders (famed for their impressive horns), the drive-through portion of the safari puts visitors up-close-and-personal with even the most exotic of animals.

Detroit Historical Museum: A lot more than just automobilesThis metropolitan museum explores the diverse and colorful history of Detroit through artifacts and unique and creative exhibits.

The music of motor city lives on at the Motown Historical Museum.Visit where some of the greatest Motown sounds were made. From this small house dubbed Hitsville USA came the music of The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5, Rare Earth and Marvin Gaye, but to name a few.

Inland Seas Maritime Museum shines light on lake's rich historyThe Inland Seas Maritime Museum in Vermilion is one of Northeast Ohio’s premier maritime attractions, with ship models, antique documents, artifacts and artwork depicting the rich history of our Great Lake.

Put-In-Bay: Ohio's 'Key West' getawayLocated near Port Clinton, Put-In-Bay is one of Northeast Ohio’s most well known tourist hot spots. Made up of several small islands in the great Lake Erie, Put-In-Bay attracts visitors with its prime location and getaway feel.

Cedar Point: the most coast money can buyDoes "America's Roller Coast" live up to the boast? Certainly the world-renowned Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio, would be hard to top.

Purple Rose’s 2010–11 season: Four home-grown world premiere playsIn celebration of its 20th season, the Purple Rose Theatre Company’s 2010–11 season will have a whopping four world premiere plays — all by Michigan playwrights!

Madcap Puppets bring Wild West to Southfield LibraryHey, buckaroos! Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and come to Madcap Puppets’ free performance on July 14 at the Southfield Library: the zany puppet performance, Target Dinner Theater: Annie Oakley’s Wild West Show.

Uptown Bar-BQ: the best BBQ ribs in townLocated on Livernois Avenue in Detroit, Uptown BBQ has been a staple for many families for more than two decades. The smell of slow-cooked ribs and chicken can often be smelled emanating from the grills at Uptown a mile away, drawing in customers just by the sheer, delicious aroma. With all of that fresh barbecue smell, it seems that all patrons have to do is follow their noses to Uptown.

Mexican Town Restaurant: Authentic Mexican in DetroitThere is always a fiesta happening at Detroit's Mexican Town Restaurant. There is just something about the vibrant, colorful interior and huge, fruity margaritas that just seems to make everything a little bit loco.

Polish Village Cafe: Old world flavor and friendly serviceThe Polish Village Cafe, located in the city of Hamtramck, is a long-time Detroit institution that prides itself on authentic Polish food, friendly service and the kind of atmosphere where "everyone knows your name."

Hockeytown Cafe: Face Off for Great FoodThere's no denying it: The Hockeytown Cafe in Detroit is the place to be when it comes to food and fun. The decor of Hockeytown Cafe is playful and impressive; Motorcycle collections, sports artifacts, and lots of big screens take center stage

El Wood Bar and Grill: Legendary Local EatsJust feet from Comerica Park and Ford Field, this popular restaurant is a hot spot before and after Detroit sporting events. Frequenters flock to El Wood for reasonably-priced eats that are simple, delicious and fresh-- along with the company of good friends and refreshing, icy-cold brew.

The Whitney: historical fine dining in DetroitSelf-described as Detroit's most iconic mansion, The Whitney Restaurant is more than just a fine dining establishment-- it's a history lesson that simply can't be taught with a book. The luxurious decor is decidedly decadent, reminiscent of an era when quality was never sacrificed for quantity

They Put The Zing in Zingerman's!One of the world's most famous deli's thrives far from New York City. Ann Arbor's Zingerman's put the deli in delicious.

Old Prague Restaurant: Old-World flavor west of ClevelandAt Old Prague Restaurant in Vermilion, the entrees and atmosphere make diners feel like they’re really back in the Old Country.

El Castillo Grande Mexican Restaurant lives up to its big nameFor more than 25 years, El Castillo Grande Restaurant on West Erie Avenue in Lorain has been an icon for the greater Cleveland area. The "big castle" serves up a big, tasty Mexican meal.

Chez Francois: a little bit of France in Cleveland's western suburbsDiners come to Chez Francois Restaurant in Vermilion looking for haute cuisine and a lakefront view — and that's just what they get. Tasty French-American dishes await there in an intimate setting.