July 2012
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Pain Takes Many Forms
No one should tell you that the pain you are feeling does not exist. Nor should anyone try to challenge you to tough it out. Pain is highly subjective, yet there is no doubt that it deserves proper management.
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Top Dentists 2012
VIEW THE 2012 TOP DENTISTS
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Contributors: July 2012
Ilene Wolff, Joe Lapointe, Annabel Cohen, Kim Rosen.
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Essential Ingredients
Say all you want about the cult of personality, youth, and self-branding, food and good conversation are what keep them coming back for more.
Letters from Readers: July 2012
Praise us or pan us, but just put it down in words. Bravos or boos, we want to hear from you.
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Detroit’s Failed Bid to Host the 1968 Olympics
Detroit went for the gold to host the 1968 Olympics, but ended up singing the blues.
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July Sports Calendar
Who says these are the dog days? July offers plenty of activity for armchair athletes, sideline fans, and actual players. This year brings the additional excitement of the Summer Olympics. Watch, play, get physical.
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U.K. Not OK in Cuisine
This summer brings the biggest British invasion to our shores since the Beatles, Twiggy, and The Kinks.
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Remembering Former Detroit Tiger Jake Wood
Jake Wood, a Tiger from the 1960s, sparks some diamond-bright memories for one stalwart fan.
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Detroit Siblings a Hit on Broadway
Siblings from Detroit are small in stature, but that’s turned out to be a big asset in nabbing plum roles.
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SPF — A Monogram for Beauty
It’s no secret that shielding the face from the sun’s harmful rays is one of the keys to healthy, youthful-looking skin. This summer, go beyond traditional sunscreen and add these luxe products with a protective streak to your beauty routine.
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A-List: Best Bets for July
ONE // The new Detroit Mercantile Co. in Eastern Market’s FD Lofts, a 1917 fire-department building, carries a wide array of home goods, furnishings, and gifts in a stylish setting with antique oriental rugs on the floor. For sale are American/Michigan/local products: retro metal signs, handmade jewelry, antiques (including an 1877 Detroit street map), posters, […]
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Restaurant Review: London Chop House
The reopened London Chop House serves plenty of old-time atmosphere, but fresh updates mark the menu, too.
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Greengos Serves a Breath of Fresh Air
It’s ‘go green’ at Greengos in Grosse Pointe Park, where the owner serves foods
that are a breath of fresh air. Lenny Miller & Diamond Jim Brady’s Sharon Juergens
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.-
The Franklin Grill & Pizzeria Biga
Restaurant veteran Molly Abraham noshes around town, tracking down some top spots.
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Recipe: Chilled Corn Soup
Chiles provide a kick to Chris Johnson’s
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Wine: Bordeaux Blues
Steep prices and over-hyping of vintages have flattened the sales from France’s top wine region.
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Hot Spot: John D Bistro
This stylish yet casual spot brings something just a little different to the eclectic mix that is Ferndale. Its one-room space is a complete reworking of what in a previous life was the funky Club Bart — and if I have to tell you who the designer was, you haven’t been paying attention. The menu […]
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Doctors Behaving Badly
When doctors cross the line, their severe offenses are often met with mild penalties // Illustrations by Kim Rosen
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Arts & Entertainment
Art Ariana Gallery Whimsical new jewelry designs by Link Wachler, artisan-designed studio glass from around the country, paintings by the late Jack Kevorkian, and colorful abstract paintings by Juan Carlos Zeballos Moscairo are on display. 119 S. Main St., Royal Oak; 248-546-8810, arianagallery.com; http://arianagallery.com. ART Artcite The second part of the […]
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Feeding Detroit’s Future
In a city hungry for positive economic news, nine pioneering food entrepreneurs not only supply a much-needed demand, they also serve as catalysts for nourishing and sustaining the communities where they do business.
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Pizza on the Grill Adds a Spin to BBQ Fare
Forget the ribs and burgers. Grilled pizza is a crispy alternative to the
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100 Women for the Arts
On June 27, leading women in business and civics gathered at the Townsend Hotel in Birmingham for a fundraiser to help preserve the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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ARTWN Progressive Party
On June 28, art lovers gathered at the Rust Belt Market in Ferndale for the ARTWN Progressive Party, benefiting Ferndale’s ARTWN outdoor sculpture exhibit.
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Amor de Fashion
On June 30, boutique Amor de Moda sponsored the 1st Annual Amor de Fashion Show, showcasing local designers in Detroit and benefiting the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation.
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In Seventh Heaven
On June 30, guests attended a fundraiser at the Roostertail, benefiting For the Seventh Generation, which supports foster children with vital services and benefits that the foster care system can’t provide.
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In the Swim
Ten swimwear picks that let you reveal – or conceal – as much as you dare.
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LACASA Twilight Party
On July 14, patrons visited the Triple Diamonds Alpaca Ranch in Howell to benefit LACASA, a center supporting victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault.
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Concert of Colors
On July 14, a VIP reception was held to benefit the 20th anniversary of Concert of Colors, a free annual festival that celebrates diversity in music.
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March of Dimes Caribbean Cruise
On July 11, patrons gathered at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club for a Caribbean-themed fundraiser to benefit the March of Dimes.
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Spend a Weekend in Wine Country
More than 90 destinations await your visit
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Top Dentists 2012 Party
On July 17, Hour Detroit hosted the 2012 Top Dentists party at Cafe Cortina. The event included cocktails, appetizers, and live entertainment.
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Easter Seals Cruise
The Ovation Yacht set sail July 19 from St. Clair Shores for a fundraising event in support of Easter Seals of Michigan.
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D-Man Hollywood Night
Danny’s Miracle Angel Network (D-MAN) held its 3rd Annual Hollywood Night on July 21 at the Filmore Theatre. The fundraiser benefited the D-MAN foundation.
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An Evening at the Village Club
An annual fundraiser was held July 19 at The Village Club in Bloomfield Hills to benefit the Crossroads Pregnancy Center.
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4th Annual Skin 2012
The 4th Annual Skin 2012 was held July 21 at The Bosco in Ferndale to benefit the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center and melanoma research.
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Hour Detroit Magazine’s Top Dentists Party 2012 Recap Video
Hour Detroit hosted the 2012 Top Dentists party at Café Cortina on July 17th. Guests celebrated Hour Detroit’s 2012 Top Dentists and enjoyed cocktails, appetizers, and live entertainment.
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Manicures Flaunt Fall Colors
This autumn, ‘finger’ painting takes a vibrant turn