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The Memorial Day Weekend traditionally heralds the coming of summer; but more importantly, Memorial Day is about honoring fallen U.S. soldiers. There are several ceremonies and parades scheduled in 2012, including:

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Motor City Comic Con, 2007 © Jason

The weather might be getting warmer and the days longer, but rainy days still happen; so check out the things to do indoors over the summer months in the Metro-Detroit area. Trade Shows, Expos and Conventions coming to the area this summer include Pet-A-Palooza, Honoring Mother Earth POW WOW, the Animation Convention, Motor City Comic Con, Motorcycle Mecca, and the International Indoor Gardening Expo.

The Green Street Fair © Laurie Sternberg, licensed to About.com

In its 5th year, Plymouth's Green Street Fair is hosting more than good times with green living. The Eco-Beats Stage traditionally hosts several local bands throughout the weekend; but in 2012, The Verve Pipe should be a highlight. The band is scheduled to perform on Saturday at 5 PM. Check it out!

The Green Street Fair is just one of many Things to Do in May in Detroit.

As the concert season heats up, the theater season winds down in Metro Detroit; but that is not to say there are not still plays, musicals, Broadway shows and operas set to perform. Here are just a few to plan on:

Mom's Day is coming and it doesn't pay to leave it to the last minute to make plans. To get you started, here is a list of restaurants that host a special Mother's Day Brunch, Buffet or Special Menu. And whatever you do, don't forget to buy mom a gift!

The Marquis at the Fillmore 2009 Detroit Music Awards © Peter Schorn

Looking for something to do this weekend? If so, check out the last weekend of Detroit's Restaurant Week at one of 21 fine-dining restaurants. If food isn't your thing (which I find hard to believe), check out the 21st annual Detroit Music Awards, The Smiths, Bo Burnham, Tyler Perry's Madea Gets a job, VegFest Vegetarian Tastefest & Expo...Read more.

If you're looking for a great breakfast in Metro Detroit, check out one of these restaurants that specialize in the meal:

Canton: Scrambler Marie's Breakfast Bistro (3 1/2 stars) is a big restaurant and relatively new on the scene, which means it is still working on perfecting a flawless service. While waiters might be busy, they are friendly and knowledgeable, and the food is well worth the wait.

Farmington: The Breakfast Club (4 stars) takes the meal to a new level. Not only does the restaurant manage a sunny atmosphere, it consistently provides quality, unique dishes. For instance, it has a long list of daily specials so the menu never gets stale.

Sterling Heights: The Pantry (4 stars) is a neighborhood favorite, mainly because it consistently does the meal up right with dishes like fresh fruit crepes, German pancakes and Belgium waffles. Unique and decadent touches -- mushroom sherry sauce on its omelets -- consistently result in quality food.

The season for the Detroit Lions doesn't officially start until September 9th, but the next best thing for a Lions' fan is the NFL Draft. As might be expected, professional and arm-chair analysts are offering information, predictions and strategy leading into the 2012 NFL Draft:

• Draft Prospect Analysis: Receivers and Tight Ends / Official Detroit Lions website
• Lions will draft a defensive back, CBS Sports writer says / Detroit Free Press
• Strategy for Detroit Lions NFL Draft Picks in 2012 / Arm-chair enthusiast

If you're looking for a restaurant in Ann Arbor, check out a few favorites:

4 Stars: If you're looking for a great place to grab a pizza but want a little atmosphere as well, check out The Original Cottage Inn Restaurant. It is also a great place to go for a glass of wine and an Italian or Greek dish.

4 Stars: If you're looking for an Ann Arbor landmark with good food and a unique dining room, check out Weber's Inn, a fine-dining restaurant that specializes in seafood, steak and prime rib.

3 Stars: If you are looking to take advantage of the warm weather, check out Palio Restaurant, an Italian eatery with a huge rooftop patio. The food is good, if a bit over priced, and the service is friendly.