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METRA MAGAZINE
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Ok, so summer has settled in, and still the bars and clubs are under restricted, services and dictatorial social distancing guidelines, with no indoor services only patios and a lot of them many bars and clubs have built or have expanded and remodeled their patios to satisfy all government regulations! But the outdoors camping sites are up and running and a lot of people are heading out to the wilds to escape and enjoy the outdoors! So, let’s see who is doing what and who in Metraland! …MICHIGAN Allen Park: BLOSSOMS (313-389-5900), they do some remarkable work on all their arrangements for every occasion. They never disappoint you on the finished product. For a better visual display try BlossomsFlorist@blossomsbydebbie. Detroit: ADAMS APPLE (313-240-8482), is open and serving on their beautiful patio from opening till closing, stop by check it out and have a few drinks. BODY ZONE (313-366-9663), they have been doing a lot of remodeling and want you to come and see all the things they’ve done also they have all their August events all scheduled. Tuesdays & Thursdays are “BOYS NIGHTS” with FREE lockers for members under 30. Then on Wednesday it’s “WET & WILD” Wednesdays with FREE lube. Fridays are their infamous “LIGHTS OUT” affaire on Friday, August 14th and August 28th. On Friday, August 21st its “CUMUNION” put on your “kilts” come play in the International Sex Party. They’re open 24/7 and have a current governContinued on page 10 ment issued photo ID required for entry. 8 Metra Magazine, Issue # 946
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ESCAPE BOOKSTORE (313-336-6558), has been restocking all their DVD’s for rent or sale with the most current available. And they are back to their regular schedule Monday –Saturday 10am –midnight, and Sundays from noon – 10pm. remember to please bring a regulated mask and not handle of merchandize! Ask the attendant they will assist you! GIGI’S (313-584-6525), has a NEW patio yes, they’ve turned ½ their parking lot into a sprawling “Showroom Patio-Bar” where you can have drinks, watch the shows, and enjoy some fun while they practice social distancing just to keep everyone safe! There is NO COVER, 18+ welcomed and all the fun begins at 9:00pm. HAYLOFT SALOON (313-581-8913), has a all new remodeled patio, to serve their loyal customers, stop in and enter through their new entrance, and check it out. Patio service with Sam Stallion and a hot crew! MENJO’S COMPLEX (313-863-3934), is currently serving drinks on their “parking lot patio” as repairs are made, plus the Eagles patio also has seating and drinks! 24 HR. VIDEO (313-271-1100), has some new hours and guideline that have to be followed, stop in and the attendant will assist you with your requests! Ferndale: SOHO (248-542-7646), is open daily from 4pm – 2am. Come and enjoy their patios with cold brewski’s and cocktails. continued on page 16 10 Metra Magazine, Issue # 946
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Shelby Township: SALON ONE & DAY SPA (586-739-1164), a salon for women and men, so make your appointments today, for a NEW summer do, or a close cropped crew cut, manicures and pedicures are available by appointment. They also carry a huge line of “ONE” hair care products and they have that soothing CBD cream for those aching, stiff, and sore joints. Stockbridge: CREEK RIDGE CAMPGROUND (517-565-3800), on Friday, July 31st 9am – Sunday, August 2nd at 12pm will, have their “TOGA WEEKEND” starting things off at the pool from 9:30pm - 12 midnight for a moonlight swim and the movie “Animal House” Please NO FOOD or GLASS at the pool. Saturday, August 1st from 4pm – 6pm under the Big Top it’s “Nakkid Cocktails” by Jim and Jason with KAROAKE by Jason and Adam. Then at 7pm it’s their “BIG TOP BINGO:” where everyone always has a great fun time. Over at Solitude it will be flowing with Toga’s from 9:30 until 12:30 with a Toga Party Contest at 11:30pm for a $25 prize for best Toga. In the morning the Lodge will have free coffee at “Morning Joe” from 9:00am until 11am. Friday, August 7th - Sunday, August 9th it’s the “Cowboy Weekend: Mr. CRC Cowboy 2020” and also a “Tool Party” at Site # 108. August, 14th - August 16th they’ll have “Whatever Floats Your Boat Weekend”, then August 21st - 23rd party in the woods with their “Glow Somewhere in the Woods” a great fun time for all. August 28th - 30th will be their “Miss CRC 2020 Crowning and Queen of the Camp” so there you have it folks, a whole month of weekends and parties that are planned at Creek Ridge Campground. Lansing: CLUB TABU (517-393-1159), has two Alternative Lounge locations now inside Fantasies Unlimited, in Lansing at 3208 S. MLK Blvd with hours Sundays – Thursdays 11am – 10pm and another in Alpena at 2643 US23 South (989-354-6708) open Mondays – Saturdays: noon – 8pm and closed on Sunday. For more information check continued on page 18 the website at www.Club Tabu. 16 Metra Magazine, Issue # 946
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Grand Rapids: The APARTMENT (616-451-0815), has built a huge patio area in front of the bar, and they want to thank all their loyal customers for “MASKING” up whenever they’re not seated and for the love and support during these difficult times. Please wear your mask as you enter the patio area, if you don’t have one ask and they give you one. Come and have a few cocktails or beers on the patio enjoy the warm summer nights and have fun! Royal Oak: PRONTO! (248-544-7900), 8:00pm every Friday its “RuPaul’s Drag Race: ALL STARS” with limited occupancy, reservations are highly recommended. They have $2 Miller High Life beer and $5 on all Stoli vodkas. FIVE15 (248-515-2551), has their new “Virtual Drag Queen Bingo” action happening where you can check out their site for information on private virtual bingo parties and visit their reservations page to join a virtual show! Traverse City: SIDETRAXX (231-935-1666), is making Saturday’s Sizzle, come and join the Hottest Dance party in Northern Michigan, with a smokin’ hot dance floor. They have what it takes to heat you up and also to cool you down with awesome drinks specials all night long! continued on page 20 18 Metra Magazine, Issue # 946
Pontiac: LIBERTY BAR (248-758-0771), up at the Liberty bar they have “WING WEDNESDAYS” with .50¢ wings of your choice and they do have a great selection of wings to choose from great cocktails and domestic beer and Game Night, also live music performers doing a few sets occasionally! Every Sunday they offer a fabulous “Patio Brunch”. Their brunch menus features tasty waffle bowls, fresh Avocado toast, and almost bottomless mimosas and much more. On Sunday, August 2nd through August 30th from 10:00am - 3:00pm they’ll have a (special Drag Edition Brunch) on Sunday, August 30th with two shows at 11am and noon! Come up and enjoy a great brunch and cocktails with the Liberty staff. ...ILLINOIS Chicago: 2nd STORY (312-923-9536), well, do you want to escape “Boystown” head downtown and give Second Story a try. They have strong cheap drinks! LEATHER64TEN (773-508-0900), is open and can fill all your leather goods fantasies. You can shop in store but you have to wear a mask, and gloves will be provided to handle goods or you can order or shop online 24/7 at their website www.leather.com! That’s it for this issue! Our next deadline is Wednesday, August 19th, 2020 for our Wednesday, August 26th, 2020 issue to cover all your September events; you can always contact me at AuntieM4doro@aol.com! And if you choose Email me your upcoming events today! 20 Metra Magazine, Issue # 946
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