May 2012
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Contributors: May 2012
Cybelle Codish, Jim McFarlin, Stephanie Potts
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A Thousand Islands
It’s said no man is an island, but all around us are islands of our own creation, mostly as a means to define and reflect our character and perceived worth.
Letters from the Readers: May 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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Metropolitan Community Church of Detroit Welcomes All
Ferndale’s MCCD fosters fellowship
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WW II-era Boxcar Comes to Holocaust Memorial Center
Metro Detroiters will have the opportunity this fall to experience one of the Holocaust’s most tangible relics.
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Six New Books for May
The Art of Cooking Morels, Detroit: A Biography, The Skeleton Box, The Michigan Companion, The Light Between, The Flying Firsts of Walter Hinton
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Remembering Detroit Architect Charles Agree
The elegant style of Detroit architect Charles Agree is remembered in a tour of some of his most storied buildings
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After 50+ Years, Streetcars Could Come Back to Woodward
The last streetcars in Detroit screeched to a halt in 1956, but some planners and developers say it’s time for them to return
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Kidney Transplant Patient Shares His Story
In life, there really is such a thing as a second act, as one man’s experience of waiting for — and receiving — a kidney transplant proves
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Bill Ford Jr.’s New Venture
In his new venture, Bill Ford Jr. taps into the power of technology to help solve global issues related to traffic congestion, pollution, and inefficient transit
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A-List: Mom to a Tea
Make Mother’s Day (May 13) memorable by taking her to a tea, brunch, breakfast, or even a baking class
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Sweet on Honey
Local beekeepers capture the golden essence of meadow blooms in a jar.
Recipe: A Taste of Honey
HONEY FIGS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND PECANS (Serves 6) 1 cup finely chopped pecans 1 log (6 ounces) goat cheese 12 fresh figs, such as Calimyrna or Black Mission, halved 3/4 cup clover honey Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper Place chopped pecans in a shallow dish. Season with salt and pepper. Roll goat-cheese […]
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Restaurant Review: Bella Piatti
Bella Piatti specializes in country Italian fare, but the menu veers in other culinary directions, too
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Dish Is Dee-lish
For 14 years, the little carryout and catering spot on Detroit’s east side has been a big draw
Cravings: Gemmayze & O’Connors Public House
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.
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Wine: Cork Smell Says Little About Wine Quality
Do you think you can sniff out a wine’s quality by smelling the cork? Sorry, but the nose doesn’t know.
Hot Spot: Clubhouse BFD
The letters stand for Beer, Food, Drink (although some may quibble with the redundancy: Isn’t beer a drink?). No matter. It’s a sports bar with a difference that includes a snappy Ron Rea décor featuring a number of oddball sports touches, from fishing waders to ping-pong paddle trays, and a beer menu that goes on […]
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Belle Isle Ferry Dock, 1910
THE WAY IT WAS
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Arts and Entertainment
Art Anton Art Center Cut & Paste: The Art of Collage features more than 100 multiple-media artworks from artists nationwide. May 4-June 6. Opening reception is May 4. • Works by members of the Lakeside Palette Club, Mount Clemens Art Association, and Warren Tri-County Fine Arts, Inc. are on display in Juried Group […]
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Guest-room Design Ideas and Etiquette Tips
Three well-designed guest rooms illustrate how attention to detail, little luxuries, and tactile furnishings invite visitors to settle in and stay awhile.
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Honor & Folly Bed & Breakfast in Corktown
A tiny Detroit inn illustrates, how attention to detail, little luxuries, and tactile
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Travel: Islands of the Great Lakes
There’s no need to head to Bermuda or the Aegean to go island hopping. The Great Lakes have plenty of isles waiting to be explored.
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Recipe: A Versatile Paella
With or without meat, it’s springing with flavor
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Roadside B&G & The London Chop House
MOLLY’S PICKS: Restaurant veteran Molly Abraham noshes around town, tracking down some top spots
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Room Service
Decorative perks give guest accommodations the VIP treatment
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Planned Parenthood Mid and South Michigan Tribute Luncheon
On April 24, the 18th annual Planned Parenthood Mid and South Michigan tribute luncheon was held at the Troy Marriott. The annual event featured Seinfeld writer and comedian Carol Leifer.
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The Art of Wine
On April 26, Tapper’s at the Somerset Collection in Troy hosted “The Art of Wine,” the 31st Detroit international wine auction to support the College of Creative Studies.
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An Evening for Starfish
On April 26, The Henry in Dearborn hosted the first fundraising event for Starfish, an Inkster-based children’s charity focused on school readiness for at-risk youth.
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Variety’s ‘A Star is Born’ Gala
Emagine Royal Oak held ‘A Star is Born’ on April 27, benefiting the children’s charity Variety-Detroit. The red-carpet event included the 2nd annual induction ceremony for the Michigan Celebrity Hall of Fame.
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Autism Heroes Gala
On April 28, Celebrities Against Autism held an event at a private residence in Novi honoring featured guest, actor, and father to an autistic daughter, Gary Cole (Office Space, Desperate Housewives).
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Michigan Modernism Gala Preview
On April 27, the Michigan Modernism Gala Preview was held at the Southfield Municipal Complex. The event benefited the Detroit Area Art Deco Society and featured live music, hors d’oeuvres, and wine.
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Band of Angels’ ‘Starry Night’ Gala
The Royal Park Hotel in Rochester hosted Band of Angels’ 7th annual “Starry Night” gala on April 27. Founded in 1994, Band of Angels provides support for individuals and families affected by Down syndrome.
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Metro Detroit Heart Ball
On April 28, the Heart Ball was held at MGM Grand Detroit, featuring gourmet food, live music, and an auction. The evening benefited the American Heart Association.
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Catholic Social Services Spring Gala
On April 28, the Inn at St. John’s in Plymouth hosted the Catholic Social Services of Oakland County Spring Gala. The event themed “An Evening in Tuscany,” featured dinner and live and silent auctions.
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Detroit Waldorf School ‘Taste of Detroit’
On April 28, the Gleaners Community Food Bank in Detroit hosted ‘Taste of Detroit,’ a benefit auction celebrating the Detroit Waldorf School’s 45th anniversary.
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Bow Wow Brunch
The Dearborn Inn hosted the Michigan Humane Society’s 23rd Annual Bow Wow Brunch on April 29. The event included silent and live auctions benefiting the MHS.
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30th Annual Karmanos Dinner
On April 28, the GM Vehicle Engineering Center in Warren hosted the Barbara Ann Karmonos 30th Annual Dinner. The event raised nearly $1.7 million, making it the most successful annual dinner in Karmanos’ history.
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Real Estate All-Stars 2012
This is news we’ve been waiting to hear! Real Estate is moving again. Home and condo sales in metro Detroit climbed a respectable 9 percent during the last half of 2011 and, as this year began, early sales continued on pace.
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DMC’s ‘Be a Part of the Heart’
On May 4, the Grosse Pointe War Memorial hosted a cocktail reception, strolling dinner, and auction benefiting the DMC Cardiovascular Institute’s heart-disease research and educational programs.
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‘Alive 2012’
The Michigan Design Center hosted Donate Life Coalition’s ‘Alive 2012’ event on May 4. The evening supported Donate Life’s mission of educating the public of the need for more registered organ donors.
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Women Helping Women Luncheon
The 14th Annual ‘Women Helping Women’ Luncheon and Fashion Show was held May 5 at the Royal Park Hotel in Rochester. All proceeds benefited homeless and abused women and children at Grace Centers of Hope.
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Pink Ball
On May 5, the Pink Ball fundraiser was held at GM’s Wintergarden in Detroit, hosted by the Greater Wayne County Chapter of The Links Inc. Proceeds benefited the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute.
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Charlotte’s Wings 5th Annual Benefit
On May 5, the Royal Park Hotel in Rochester hosted the 5th annual Charlotte’s Wings benefit. The evening featured cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and a silent auction.
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Savour the Journey
On May 5, the Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center held the 2nd annual “Savour the Journey” event, benefiting The Arbor Hospice Foundation.
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Childhelp ‘Drive the Dream’ Gala
The GM Heritage Center in Sterling Heights hosted Childhelp’s ‘Drive the Dream’ gala on May 5, featuring a performance by Jon Secada. Proceeds benefited Childhelp’s Mentoring and Independent Living Skills program.
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16th Annual Great Lakes Great Wine Walk Around Tasting
Area Events Offers a Wide Selection of Regional Wine and Foods
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HAVEN Promenade of Hope
On May 9, HAVEN presented Promenade of Hope at the GM Heritage Center in Sterling Heights. The 24th annual event supported Oakland County’s center for the treatment and prevention of domestic and sexual violence.
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Nightingale Awards for Nursing Excellence
On May 10, the San Marino Club in Troy hosted the 24th Annual Nightingale Awards for Nursing Excellence to publicly recognize contributions of remarkable nurses. The even supported Oakland University’s School of Nursing.
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Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Fashion Show Luncheon
On May 10, the Oakland Hills Country Club hosted the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s annual fashion show and luncheon with Saks Fifth Avenue. Proceeds benefited CCFA’s research,
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Choose You Detroit
On May 11, the Knollwood Country Club in West Bloomfield hosted the American Cancer Society’s “Choose You” luncheon, featuring keynote speakers Michelle Bommarito and Jennifer Gray.
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Christ Child Society’s ‘Pour Les Enfants’
The Christ Child Society of Detroit hosted this year’s ‘Pour Les Enfants’ luncheon at Pine Lake Country Club in West Bloomfield Twp. on May 11. The event featured boutique shopping and fashion show benefiting needy children.
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Stroll & Roll
On May 11, Spa Renaissance in Troy hosted a “Stroll & Roll” casino night benefiting several nonprofits, including the FORCE Cancer Charity, Young Survival Coalition, and Pink Blessings.
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Kid Rock DSO Fundraiser Concert
On May 12, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra teamed up with Kid Rock for a special one-night-only concert at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. The event raised more than $1 million for the DSO.
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Urban Land Institute Lifetime Achievement Awards
On May 17, Sidney Forbes was honored by the Urban Land Institute with the 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Westin Book Cadillac in Detroit.
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Turning Point Spirit of Leadership Awards
On May 17, MacRay Banquet Center in Harrison Township held the 2012 Spirit of Giving Awards, benefiting Turning Point’s domestic violence and sexual assault services.
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Annual Royal Oak Wine Stroll
On May 19, the eight annual Wine Stroll in Royal Oak benefited the Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Oakland County. Guests sampled more wine and food from more than 20 participating vendors.
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Italian Night at the Opera
On May 19, Italian Night at the Opera featured an afterglow hosted by Anthony Rugiero and David DiChiera. The event, which featured strolling hors d’oeuvres and wine, benefited the Michigan Opera Theatre.
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JCC Annual Gala
On May 21, the Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit held its annual gala, honoring Hugh Greenberg and Mark Reuss, at the Berman Center for the Performing Arts in West Bloomfield.
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A Night for Sight Gala
The 11th annual ‘A Night for Sight’ gala main event was held at the Ford Conference & Event Center in Dearborn on May 19. Guests of the black-tie event were treated to wine, auctions, and dinner by Opus One.
