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Good Eats Event Calendar Luxury Cruise Lines Budgeting 101 Community Resources Increasing Home Value Service Directory
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Restaurants Savannah Blue
Stylish eatery featuring contemporary soul food, sophisticated cocktails & a select wine list. 1431 Times Square, Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 926-0783 | Web: savannahbluedetroit.com
Bangkok 96 Street Food
Unfussy quick-counter outpost in a shipping container food court offering classic Thai fare. 474 Peterboro St, Detroit, MI 48201 Phone: (313) 979-1601 | Web: bangkok-96-street-food.square.
Vicente’s Cuban Cuisine
Tables surround a dance floor at this family-run spot known for salsa dancing & Havana-style eats. 1250 Library St, Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 962-8800 | Web: vicentesdetroit.com
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Rose’s Fine Food and Wine
Down-home American fare & housemade desserts served in vintage-diner environs with counter seating. 10551 E Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48214
Green Dot Stables
Slider joint with a chill vibe serves bite-sized eats with global flavors & bottled beers. 2200 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48216
Bucharest Grill
Trendy Middle Eastern & American counter-serve dolJoe Muer Seafood Enduring local classic for sea- ing out shawarma, sandwichfood & steak, plus an extensive es, burgers & dogs. 110 Piquette Ave, wine & cocktail offering. Detroit, MI 48202 400 Renaissance Center #1404, Detroit, MI 48243
Seva Detroit
Duly’s Place Coney Island
Unassuming, old-fashioned diner serving classic chili dogs, cheese fries & sandwiches. 5458 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209
Detroit 75 Kitchen
Popular food truck offering artisanal sandwiches, wings & hand-cut fries, plus picnic tables. 4800 W Fort Street, Detroit, MI 48209
Vegetarian & vegan spot serving diverse comfort fare & smoothies in a casual atmosphere. 66 E Forest Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Folk Detroit
Bright, airy cafe in a compact setting dishing up elevated breakfast & brunch plates. 1701 Trumbull, Detroit, MI 48216
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EVENTS Nov 18 19th Annual Detroit Tree Lighting Deck out your holiday season in style and enjoy spectacular live entertainment, Olympic figure skaters, and award-winning local performers and skating clubs. The night will also feature amazing lighting attractions, horse-drawn carriage rides, holiday shopping, hot chocolate giveaways, food trucks, visits from Santa, and much more! Learn more at downtowndetroit.org.
Nov 19 Ballroom & Latin Beginner Level Class Offering Ballroom, Latin, as well as Swing & Hustle, dancing is one of the best ways to stay fit, active, and entertained. It’s incredibly fun and you get the joy of meeting new people! This party is open to all dancers of all levels! Singles or couples, all are welcomed! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Dec 3 Noel Night Noel Night is a Cultural Center-wide holiday open house that presents free activities, including holiday shopping, family craft activities, artist demonstrations and performances by local and national music, theatre, and dance groups, and other special performances. Free and open to the public! Learn more at noelnight.org.
Jan 31 Beetlejuice – The Musical It was only a matter of time until the creepy camp cult hit film was turned into theatrical musical magic. The new production is based on the smash hit Tim Burton feature film released in 1988. Universally praised for its anarchic off-the-wall humour, tuneful music, wicked lyrics and a carnivalesque set design, Beetlejuice provides a feast for the eyes, ears and inner angsty gothic teenager. Learn more at visitdetroit.com.
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With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every
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whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.
We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.
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EVENTS Feb 26 Carrie Underwood with special guest Jimmie Allen On the heels of her triumphant headlining return to the iconic Stagecoach Festival, eight-time Grammy® Award winner and three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year, Carrie Underwood, announces her new arena tour, “The Denim & Rhinestones Tour,” with a date at Little Caesars Arena. Learn more at visitdetroit.com.
Apr 22 Luke Combs Tour Come listen to the best country superstar there is, Luke Combs! Luke combs, who The New York Times calls, “the most promising and influential new country star of the last five years,” is a multi-platinum, award-winning artist from Asheville, NC. He’ll be touring in April along side with Riley Green, Lainey Wilson, Flatland Cavalry and Brent Cobb. Learn more at songkick.com
Jul 7 Art In The Park A signature Michigan event, Art In The Park, now in its 42nd year will welcome over 400 artists from around the U.S. offering paintings, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, glass, woodwork, photography, folk art & much more. Entertainment and cuisine will complement the art exhibitors , creating a sensory filled weekend experience. Learn more at artinthepark.com.
Aug 31 Michigan State Fair Privately produced, it will continue to provide all the great traditions of the State Fair. The Fair promotes agriculture, tourism, products and the people of the great state of Michigan. The Detroit Shrine Circus returns with the world’s largest circus tent. Fairgoers will enjoy a bigger and better midway, agricultural and livestock exhibits, live entertainment and tasty carnival treats. Learn more at michiganstatefairllc.com.
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SAGE METRO DETROIT RAINBOW RESOURCE GUIDE A special index for LGBT older adults, service providers, and allies that include LGBT-friendly businesses, organizations, and service providers. This resource guide contains information about non-discrimination policies and pieces of training that will help LGBT consumers make informed decisions about which service provider or business to use. SAGEMETRODETROIT.ORG | (734) 353-1172 LGBT DETROIT LGBT Detroit’s mission is to activate, amplify, and sustain the LGBTQ+ culture, education, advocacy, and human rights. LGBT Detroit commits to furthering its mission, and building a strong, healthy and vibrant community, with a focus on youth and young adult development, sexual orientation and gender identity education and advocacy, and emotional and physical well-being. TRANSGENDERLEGAL.ORG | (646) 8620-9396 THE NATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER ON LGBTQ+ AGING The National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging is the country’s first and only technical assistance resource center focused on improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender older adults, their families and caregivers. LGBTAGINGCENTER.ORG | (212) 741-2247 AFFIRMATIONS LGBTQ+ Affirmations LGBTQ+ community center has been the hub for southeast Michigan LGBTQ+ communities and it’s allies for the last 30 years. We provide a welcoming space where people of all sexual orientations, gender identities & expressions, and cultures can learn, grow, socialize and access the vital support they need! GOAFFIRMATIONS.ORG | (248) 398-7105 EQUALITY MICHIGAN EQMI partners with pro-LGBTQ+ individuals and organizations to ensure lawmakers and the public are educated on the laws, policies, and regulations needed to achieve and protect LGBTQ+ equality in Michigan. EQUALITYMI.ORG | (313) 537-7000
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Renovations to increase home value Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone. Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep
it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.
Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere. Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up
your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.
Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great
to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.
DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding. Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.
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ARCHITECT Visbeen Architects......................................................... front cover, back outside cover BAKERY Milano Bakery & Cafe................................................................................................. 17 DANCE ACADEMY Motor City Street Dance Academy............................................................................. 19 CAR DEALERSHIP Prestige Automotive Group...........................................................................................7 GYM/PERSONAL TRAINING Detroit Fitness............................................................................................................... 11 HAIR SALON Ezelli Salon................................................................................................................... 15 HOME HEALTH CARE Serenity Manor Of Canton............................................................................................7 INSURANCE Liberty Mutual............................................................................................................... 1 INTERIOR DESIGN Pophouse.............................................................................................back inside cover MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHY Lulu & Lula Photography............................................................................................ 15 MUSEUM Detroit Institute of Arts................................................................................................. 3 NAIL SALON The Ten Nailbar........................................................................................................... 17 PRESCHOOL Bright Horizons............................................................................................................. 3 SKIN CARE/ HAIR REMOVAL Bare Skin...................................................................................................................... 17 TIRES AND BRAKES Firestone Complete Auto Care ................................................................................... 15
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