Mark Ridley鈥檚 Comedy Castle:听Detroit native and听Last Comic Standing听champion John听Heffron听knows a thing or two about humor. He is one of only a handful of comedians to have produced two Comedy Central specials. Nov. 8-10. $20+.听310 S. Troy St., Royal Oak;听248-542-9900;听
Orchestra Hall: Grammy-winning pianist Emanuel Ax will perform Beethoven鈥檚 first published piano concerto, the aptly named First Piano Concerto. Ax will be joined by composer Cristian Macelaru, who will perform Play by Andrew Norman. Nov. 9 and 10. $15+.听3711 Woodward Ave.; Detroit; 313-576-5100;听
Pet Expo:听Dogs, cats, and other animals will be the main attraction at the upcoming Novi Pet Expo. The fun and insightful three-day event for animal lovers and owners alike, will feature pet shows, adoption opportunities, micro-chipping services, and more. Nov. 9-11. $10+.听Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi; 248-348-5600;
Little Caesars Arena: Twenty years after the hit HBO TV show Def Comedy Jam launched him to stardom, famed comedian and sitcom star Martin Lawrence is scheduled to host a new show. The Lit听AF Tour features Lawrence as well as fellow comedians DeRay Davis, Rickey Smiley, Deon Cole, Clayton Thomas, and Benji Brown. $45+. Nov.听10. 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 800-745-3000;
Sip Savor Stomp:听Six types of wine from more than 50 wineries and vineyards will be available to sample at this year鈥檚 Sip Savor Stomp event in Royal Oak. The tasting will showcase local wines as well as imports. Nov. 10. $45+.听Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Rd.; Royal Oak; 248-224-5104;
Detroit Historical Museum: The 1997 documentary The Hudson Building examines the famous Hudson department store in downtown Detroit and its journey from being a thriving metropolitan shopping center to an abandoned building. The run time is 45 minutes. Nov. 10 and 11. No cost.听5401 Woodward Ave.; Detroit; 313-833-1805;
REO Speedwagon: Formed in 1967, the rock group is still going strong more than 50 years since its inception. Known for hits like 鈥淐an鈥檛 Fight This Feeling鈥 and 鈥淜eep on Loving You,鈥 REO Speedwagon鈥檚 long-term success can be credited, at least in part, to their energetic performances. Catch them live in Detroit this month. Nov. 11. $93+. SoundBoard at Motor City Casino Hotel, 2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 800-745-3000;
International Science Day: Celebrate all things science at the Michigan Science Center with free general admission to over 250 exhibits, stage shows, and more. Nov. 11. No cost. Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R. St., Detroit; 313-577-8400;
The Temptations: For over 40 years, the Motown legends have been creating and performing R&B and soul tunes. Be sure to catch them performing their classic hits 鈥淢y Girl,鈥 鈥淭he Way You Do the Things You,鈥 and more in metro Detroit. Nov. 11. $25+. Andiamo听Celebrity Showroom, 7096 E. 14 Mile Rd., Warren; 586-268-3200;
The Henry Ford:听For Veterans Day, the Dearborn museum will offer free admission to the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation and Greenfield Village to veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families. Military ID must be presented. Nov. 11. No cost. The Henry Ford, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn; 313-982-6001;
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