March 2010
-
Here Comes the Sun
People are like dandelions. They find a way to spring up between even the slightest cracks in the sidewalk.
-
Contributors: March 2010
Jim McFarlin, Alexa Stanard, Joe Vaughn, Calef Brown
-
Street Hockey
Adults often underestimate the creative capacity of children, who can be just as inventive as their elders, if not more so. At play, young people are wonderfully adept at improvising.
-
Black’s Magic
As the headliner for the Laugh Detroit comedy festival, Lewis Black will aim for the funny bone. But don鈥檛 expect any cheap shots at the city鈥檚 expense.
-
A Reel Deal
Detroit鈥檚 Burton Theatre is drawing art-film crowds.
-
Flickers of Hope
Like lonely hearts seeking love, five downtown Detroit buildings may soon flash a more engaging smile in hopes of attracting suitors.
-
2-part Harmony
Alan Alda and Arnold Steinhardt mine Bach鈥檚 mysteries.
-
Shelter from the Storm
Local havens offer refuge to the rising number of homeless teens.
-
Building Blocks
At first glance, a photograph of Jim Garrett鈥檚 Fisher Building could easily be mistaken for an image of the real thing.
-
Second Chance
After a nearly 20-year hiatus, Jeff Scott is picking up the pieces of his musical career.
-
A Bright Outlook
Doreen Hermelin may avoid the spotlight, but she鈥檚 been a shining leader in raising funds for education and job training.
-
Shifting Gears
For automotive designer Bryan Nesbitt, taking the wheel of Cadillac brand-management wasn鈥檛 such a strange leap.
-
Spring Fever
Push the season with florals, pastels, airy fabrics 鈥 and a little skin, if you dare.
-
Restaurant of the Year 2010
The essence of “Cannonball” Adderley’s lessons hold true not only for jazz, but for just about anything, including 香港六合彩图库资料鈥檚 choice for the 2010 Restaurant of the Year.
-
Three Savory Startups
Shifting fortunes create new opportunities, and that may be most true in the restaurant business. In metro Detroit, a handful of relative unknowns and newcomers have pleasantly surprised us. Three dining spots, each chef-owned, are impressive enough to merit special recognition.
-
A Generation of Happy Campers
Between 1933 and 1942, an army of young men in the Civilian Conservation Corps dug ditches, planted trees, and battled fires. They also built bridges, dams, roads, and homes. But more important, the CCC built character, particularly for one skinny teenager from Detroit.
-
Past Presence
Corktown homeowners remove layers of paint and wallpaper to restore the humble beauty of Detroit鈥檚 onetime Irish enclave.
-
Cheesy Does It
Holiday Market鈥檚 wide cheese selection offers a slice of global and local flavors
-
Jon Sherer & Dan Maurer
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鈥檚 cooking.
-
Brigette’s Café and Wine Sync
Restaurant veteran Molly Abraham noshes around town, tracking down some top spots.
-
Belgian Bliss
This tasty dish from Bastone proves that waffles aren鈥檛 just for breakfast.
Uptown Grille
What is it that has made this big sports bar/restaurant so successful in the year and a half since it opened?
-
Not-So-Fab-Cab
The California red takes a spill from its perch.
-
Arts and Entertainment
March 2010
-
The Pink Ball Patron Party
Saks Fifth Avenue and The Greater Wayne County Chapter of The Links Inc. held The Pink Ball Patron Party on March 4 at Saks in Troy.
-
Escape to Monte Carlo at the Medallion Ball
Escape to Monte Carlo at The Medallion Ball was held on March 6 at Penna’s of Sterling in Sterling Heights. The Henry Ford Macomb Hospital fundraiser honors physicians, volunteers, and community partners.
-
“Exposed 2010” at The Dirty Martini
Exposed 2010 was held on March 12 at The Dirty Martini in Novi, where metro Detroit producers, directors, models, and actors gathered for a spring bash. Proceeds from the silent auction benefited the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute. Photographs by Agnes Domanska.
-
The Junior League of Birmingham
The Junior League of Birmingham hosted its seventh annual American Girl Fashion Show at the Townsend Hotel in Birmingham.
-
Trade Secrets fundraiser
Jewish Vocational Services (JVS) hosted its second annual Trade Secrets fundraiser on March 18 at the Townsend Hotel, Birmingham.
-
St. John Medical Center Guild kicked off activities for its summer 2010 50th annual Guild Dinner
On March 18, the St. John Medical Center Guild kicked off activities for its summer 2010 50th annual Guild Dinner.
-
The International Beer & Wine Extravaganza
The International Beer & Wine Extravaganza was held on March 20 at Villa Penna Banquet Center in Sterling Heights.
-
Restaurant of the Year Party
On March 22, 香港六合彩图库资料’s 2010 Restaurant of the Year Party was held at the Dirty Dog Jazz Caf茅 in Grosse Pointe Farms.
-
Masks for a Cause
The premiere Masks for a Cause Masquerade charity event was held on March 26 at Stilettos Night Club in Inkster.
