July 2008
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Living Our Legacies
Legacy dogs our existence. How many of us leave a memory based on what we do apart from children and career?
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Easy Ryder
Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels were once driving forces in pop music. But there were some rough bumps for Ryder on the road ahead, as chronicled in a new book following the singer’s career. Despite his setbacks, the seasoned rocker continues to roll.
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Strolling History
Preservation Wayne walking tours let participants step back in time to appreciate Detroit history — and new city developments.
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Hollywood in Motown
About 25 cast and crew came from Hollywood for up to eight weeks to film “The Job.”
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It’s a Woman’s World
Now in its third decade, a five-day music festival will again fill the air in Oceana County. And, as always, the all-female celebration doesn’t include guys. It was 1976, Lisa Vogel was 19, and two social movements were in their ascendancy — outdoor rock concerts and proud feminism.
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On the Move
Nayo Wallace’s part in “Speed Racer” could put the former Detroiter in the Hollywood fast lane.
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French Evolution
The new owners of La Becasse up north have modeled the menu and ambience after a European village inn
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Mayday!
Fifty years ago, a British bomber crashed into an east-side Detroit neighborhood.
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The Birmingham Grand Trunk Railroad Station
The Birmingham Grand Trunk Railroad Station, 1931
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The Best Bars in Metro Detroit
Readers voted for their favorite watering holes in metro Detroit. The 90 top vote-getters are named here.
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2008 Detroiter of the Year
A volunteer is marshaling resources for the restoration of Detroit’s island jewel.
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Travel Guide
Whether they’re jet-setters or students abroad, voyagers seek good looks that travel well.
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White Hot Pours
German wines new to the area spice up the market.
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Square Meals
Three chefs take a geometric approach to entertaining, tucking creative and well-rounded meals into Japanese-style bento boxes.
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Market Value
Midtown shoppers prize the eclectic inventory and ambience at Zaccaro’s
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Grab a Crab Claw
This seafood appetizer adds some splash to summer patio parties.
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Tre Monti and La Pita Café
This handsome restaurant, in a free-standing building tucked behind the San Marino Club, is an extension of the club’s cultural heritage…
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Honey Business
Local beekeepers diligently tend backyard hives, reaping a golden harvest with natural health benefits.
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Hour Media’s 2008 Wabeek Country Club Outing
On July 14, Hour Media held its 2008 Golf Outing at Wabeek Country Club in Bloomfield Township. The afternoon included a shotgun start, cocktails, dinner, and awards.
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The 29th Annual Women’s Caring Program Twilight Gathering
On July 10, the 29th Annual Women’s Caring Program Twilight Gathering was held at the home of Carol Walters in Milford.
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Top Dentists 2008
On July 30, Hour Media recognized the Top Dentists at Tre Monti Ristorante in Troy.
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Work It Out Get-Fit Day
The fourth annual Danialle Karmanos’ Work It Out Get-fit day took place on July 30, at downtown Detroit’s Campus Martius Park.
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Fish and Loavers Community Food Pantry
On July 29, Fish and Loavers Community Food Pantry celebrated the grand opening of a Client-Choice food pantry in Taylor.
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Hangar Party
The second annual Hangar Party was held on July 31 at the Oakland County International Airport, to help kick off the 30th annual Meadow Brook Concours d’ Elegance.
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Greening of Detroit
On July 27, The Greening of Detroit Garden Cruise offered a cocktail party and a peek inside several private gardens.
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Contributors: July 2008
Matt Lee, Richard Bak, Joshua Kristal, Darcy Muenchrath
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Regan Bloom and Elaine and Maurice Ltief
Their stylish menus are enticing enough to attract a loyal clientele of discriminating diners, but no matter how expert they are, restaurant people like to take a break from their own kitchens for a taste of someone else’s cooking.
