November 2009
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Contributors: November 2009
Chuck Bennett, Calef Brown, Craig LaRotonda.
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We’ve Got Mail… November 2009
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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Below the Surface
Spend time beside any of our Great Lakes and you鈥檙e quickly reminded of what it means to be watchable.
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Dead Alert
During Day of the Dead, Detroit鈥檚 Mexicantown is very much alive.
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Hula Hoopla
In a fitness trend that makes sense for its sheer simplicity, exercise-minded adults are embracing an activity that dates to ancient Greeks and Egyptians.
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Enduring Culture
For Native Americans, Thanksgiving can be tinged with sorrow.
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Get a Move On
Detroit Dance Loft gives a lift to the Eastern Market neighborhood.
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On Call with Dr. Gupta
The metro Detroit native chats about having H1N1, dieting, more effective CPR, and 鈥榗heating death鈥.
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Taking Steps for History
Next month, several high-profile metro Detroiters will dance their way into history 鈥 in a manner of speaking.
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A New Leaf on Maple
Veteran retailer Mark Keller has moved upstairs, where he sells Icelandic designs above Linda Dresner鈥檚 boutique.
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Clean, Green Machines
Most environmentally savvy drivers know about Toyota鈥檚 Prius hybrid, Ford鈥檚 Fusion and Escape Hybrids, and GM鈥檚 2-Mode Hybrid trucks and the soon-to-come 2011 Chevy Volt range-extender electric sedan. But other than high-end offerings from Tesla and Fisker, what鈥檚 out there for the eco-minded luxury car buyer?
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A-List: November 2009
Best bets for November include vegan cosmetics, volcanic ash cleanser, Jenna Kator purses and Gucci’s Twirl watch.
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From Rogue to Reformer
Sophie Lyons spent the last several years of her life preaching that crime doesn鈥檛 pay, but those sifting through the contents of her safe-deposit box shortly after she died were hard-pressed to believe it.
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The Vine Arts
At a wine tasting at the home of an ardent collector, it鈥檚 not merely about quaffing vino and nibbling food. Drinking in the camaraderie and conversation is just as important as admiring the bouquet from an impressive vintage. And the sipping and socializing often lead to an educational experience.
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Mex to the Max
Brian Polcyn鈥檚 Cinco Lagos has high-quality food at low prices.
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Great Shakes
A Bloomfield Hills native and his business partners spice up the market with their creative gourmet salt blends.
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Dale Daniel and Joe & Jennifer Wegrzyn
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.
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Cinco Lagos and Ernie’s Mediterranean Room
Brian Polcyn鈥檚 take on festive Mexican food has replaced his upscale regional American menu, and the transition has worked well.
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True Grits
This hearty shrimp-and-grits dish is a real helping of Southern comfort.
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Quattro Cucina Italiano
Birmingham鈥檚 newest destination restaurant 鈥 in the stunningly reworked space that formerly housed City Cellar 鈥 is a striking contrast to its predecessor with its expanses of glass, light colors, and decorative elements recalling ancient Rome.
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Ford Field
Ford Field has been the Detroit Lions鈥 home turf since 2002, but the team has called several stadiums home through the years.
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16 Best Dressed Detroiters
Society writer Chuck Bennett, a regular on the party circuit, surveyed the local scene and named 16 locals who wear it well.
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Arts and Entertainment
November 2009
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Cranbrook Schools Family Event
On Oct. 28, Bobbi and Julie Taubman hosted an event for Cranbrook Schools Families, Board Members, and Art Academy students and faculty at MOCAD in Detroit.
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Cookies ‘N’ Dreams Fundraiser 2009
On Oct. 29, Camp Mak-A-Dream, Michigan Chapter, The Somerset Collection, and 17 area bakers hosted the 11th annual Cookies ‘N’ Dreams fundraiser.
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Masquerade Mystique Benefit at the Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts
The Masquerade Mystique benefit was held on Oct. 30 at the Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts in Detroit.
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Frank D. Stella’s 90th Birthday Celebration
Civic leader Frank D. Stella celebrated his 90th birthday with a “La Festa” gala on Oct. 30 at Penna’s in Sterling Heights.
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Adventures in Toys and the Bottomless Toy Chest Cancer Fundraiser
On Nov. 9, Adventures in Toys in Birmingham and the Bottomless Toy Chest held an invitation-only party to kick off a November effort to help children hospitalized with cancer this holiday season.
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Arthritis Foundation Michigan Chapter 2009 Fundraiser
The Michigan Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation held its annual fundraising tribute on Nov. 5 at The Ritz-Carlton, Dearborn.
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American Cancer Society Cattle Baron’s Ball 2009
The seventh annual American Cancer Society Cattle Baron’s Ball was held on Nov. 7 at the Shotwell-Gustafson Pavilion on the campus of Oakland University.
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Crittenton Hospital Medical Center’s Gourmet Gala
On Nov. 8, Crittenton Hospital Medical Center’s Gourmet Gala benefit was held at the Troy Marriott Hotel.
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Top Docs Gala 2009
On Nov. 10, the fourth annual Advanced Strategies Group Inc./香港六合彩图库资料 Top Docs party was held at MOCAD (Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit).
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Michigan Jewish Sports Foundation Hall of Fame Induction Gala
On Nov. 2, the Michigan Jewish Sports Foundation held its annual Hall of Fame induction gala at the Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit in West Bloomfield Township.
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Ignite 09 – Uniting Voices for Arts and Culture in Michigan
Ignite 09 – Uniting Voices for Arts and Culture in Michigan was held on Nov. 10 at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit.
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Military Moms 2009 Luncheon at Andiamo Italian, Warren
On Nov. 11, the annual Military Moms luncheon was held at Andiamo Italia in Warren.
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香港六合彩图库资料’s 2009 Best Dressed List Party
On Nov. 11, an invitation-only gathering was held to honor 香港六合彩图库资料’s 2008 and 2009 “Best Dressed” list.
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Saks Fifth Avenue’s Heart to Heart de Mode at Brio Tuscan Grille
On Nov. 12, Saks Fifth Avenue held Heart to Heart de Mode at Brio Tuscan Grille at Somerset Collection in Troy.
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Grosse Pointe Academy’s Legends 2009 Auction
The Grosse Pointe Academy’s Legends party was held on Nov. 12 at the home of Michael and Beth Fisher.
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U of M Congenital Heart Center Benefit at the Michigan League
The University of Michigan Congenital Heart Center hosted a strolling dinner and wine tasting on Nov. 13, at the Michigan League in Ann Arbor.
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A Night of Beauty for Be Beautiful CosMediSpa
On Nov. 12, A Night of Beauty was held for Be Beautiful CosMediSpa in Southfield.
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To the 9s Gala
To the 9s Gala was held on Nov. 14 to benefit the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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World Medical Relief’s International Celebration of Life
On Nov. 14, the World Medical Relief’s International Celebration of Life was held at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit.
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Flutes, Friends and Fa-la-la
On Nov. 19, Variety FAR Conservatory staged Flutes, Friends, and Fa-La-La at the Seligman Center for the Performing Arts at Detroit County Days school.
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Motown Alumni Reception and Bop to Ballroom
The Motown 50th anniversary party, Bop to the Ballroom, was held on Nov. 20 at the Roostertail in Detroit.
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Motown 50 Golden Gala
On Nov. 21, the Motown 50 Golden Gala, Live it Again!, was held at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center.
