May 2009

Summer on Sale

On May 17, Detroit’s Eastern Market will be awash in a vibrant 15-acre display of annuals, perennials, shrubbery, and hanging baskets.

By Janet Macunovich

Hot Wheels

One day in 1893, the man destined to become the world’s most famous automaker brought home what countless enthusiasts were touting as the perfect mode of personal locomotion: a bicycle.

By Richard Bak

Casting Call

Incentives are luring moviemakers here, creating jobs, diversifying the economy, and giving Michigan a starring role. But critics say that the state may actually be getting short-changed.

By Nancy Nall Derringer

Suspended Animation

Aerial yoga provides a lift for those looking for a twist on their exercise regimen.

By Aleene Jinn Hang

Outward Bound

Outward Bound, an oil on canvas by American artist Norman Rockwell (1894-1978), originally appeared as a story illustration for Ladies’ Home Journal in October 1927.

By George Bulanda

Zooming In

Native Detroiter and Mazda honcho Jim O’Sullivan gets feted as Auto Exec of the Year.

By Gary Witzenburg

Health Links

“Biomechanics” is the buzzword, but it’s really about physical conditioning and preventive maintenance — making sure bodies work as efficiently as possible to reduce the likelihood of...

By Susan R. Pollack

Happy Rails

Vice President Joe Biden, who loves to ride the rails, has made himself point man to revive U.S. passenger-train service.

By George Bullard

Vessels of Luxury

Holland, Mich.-based Grand Craft, one of a handful of surviving wooden-boat manufacturers, is cruising along at about 18 boats a year — all custom-built right down to the size of the glove...

By Gabrielle Poshadlo

Open Season

Convertibles can make a mere car ride feel like a vacation. Here’s a sampling of what’s new and interesting among dozens of drop-tops available.

By Gary Witzenburg

Message in a Bottle

Say ‘Happy Mother’s Day’ with a new scent that delivers affectionate thoughts with each gentle summer breeze.

Making A Splash

Detroit Pistons Automation dancer Chelsey Buhler models summer syles from local shops.

Photographs by Roy Ritchie. Styling by Taryn Bickley. Hair and makeup by Gjysta Nuculaj, mijo-a event makeup studio & spa, Royal Oak

Arts & Entertainment

May 2009

We've Got Mail... May 2009

Praise us or pan us, but just put it down in words. Bravos or boos, we want to hear from you.

Places in the Sun

This year, especially, the early warm breezes may have the reviving effect of smelling salts — leaving us gulping and gasping with a sudden return to life.

By Rebecca Powers

The Grande Ballroom

No one even remotely familiar with Detroit’s musical history can dismiss the importance of The Grande Ballroom, a virtual temple of rock ’n’ roll.

By George Bulanda

Contributors: May 2009

Janet Macunovich, Roy Ritchie, Gabrielle Poshadlo, Craig LaRotonda