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Clawson and Royal Oak to host 2 trick-or-treating events
BY TAYLOR CHRISTENSEN tchristensen@candgnews.com
ROYAL OAK/CLAWSON — The Royal Oak and Clawson communities are gearing up for a scary good October with the annual Royal Oak Spooktacular and Clawson Trick-or-Treat Trail.
Clawson Youth Assistance will host the annual Trick or Treat Trail from 6 to
7:30 p.m. Oct. 18 in Clawson City Park, 935 N. Custer Ave., near West Elmwood Avenue.
Children are encouraged to wear a costume while they stroll the woodchip trail in the park, where they can trick or treat at stations hosted by local businesses and groups. Participants should bring their own bags for candy.
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ABOVE: Archer England, 4, of Madison Heights; Rowen Oneill, 4, of Royal Oak; and Athena Kyro, 5, of Madison Heights, enjoy the candy they collected.
BY TAYLOR CHRISTENSEN tchristensen@candgnews.com
ROYAL OAK — Coming to the Baldwin Theater 2nd Stage is the story of “Amy and the Orphans,” a tale of family, acceptance and grief.
The story follows three siblings, Maggie, Jake and Amy. When their 85-year-old father dies, Maggie and Jake must figure out how to break the news to Amy, who has Down syndrome and has lived in a state home for years.
“Amy and the Orphans” is a dark comedy and a family drama by Lindsey Ferrentino. The Stagecrafters production is directed by Emily Lourim.
The show will run from Oct. 10-19, and tickets cost $25 with a $3 per ticket fee.
Leta Chrisman, who plays Kathy, Amy’s caretaker, said that the
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Noelle Ochoa plays Maggie and Tony Mattar plays Jacob in the Stagecrafters production of “Amy and the Orphans.”
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BY TAYLOR CHRISTENSEN tchristensen@candgnews.com
ROYAL OAK — Isaac Kremer has been selected as the new director of the Royal Oak Downtown Development Authority and began his role on Sept. 15. Kremer comes from Princeton,
Detroit Zoo brings on the spooky vibes this October
BY TAYLOR CHRISTENSEN tchristensen@candgnews.com
ROYAL OAK — The Detroit Zoo is preparing for a spooky season full of pumpkins and halloween-themed fun during the Zoo Boo event.
The Zoo Boo, presented by Corewell Health Children’s, has multiple dates throughout the month of October: Oct. 4-5, 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26. Each day the installation is open from 4 to 9:30 p.m. The Zoo Boo takes place only in the front half of the zoo.
During the event, participants will be able to see the “fun-kin” displays — fun elaborate and illuminated displays that set the spooky mood.
Participants can also expect treat stations for trick-or-treating, live strolling performers and interactive entertainment, hands-on learning opportunities, Halloween-themed face paintSee ZOO on page 9A
New Jersey, where he served as founding executive director for Experience Princeton.
Kremer is a “nationally recognized leader in the Main Street Approach to commercial district revitalization, bringing more than two decades of experience in downtown organization, strategy,
Isaac Kremer chosen as director of the Royal Oak DDA
promotion, design, and economic vitality,” according to a press release from the city of Royal Oak.
“Isaac’s professional qualifications truly set him apart, especially his experience serving as a downtown director in four communities, most recently Princeton, New Jersey,” Royal Oak City
Manager Joe Gacioch said. “What really stood out, though, was his personal appreciation for small businesses shaped by his own childhood growing up in a family-owned business. That kind of passion, rooted in life experience, came through clearly during the interview.”
Kremer
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A young boy dressed as a skeleton rides the carousel during a previous Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo.
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COREWELL HEALTH CHILDREN’S RAISES $116,000
ROYAL OAK — On Sept. 13, more than 2,000 people joined the Corewell Health Children’s Walk at the Detroit Zoo and raised $116,000.
The money will go toward the Children’s Miracle Network program at Corewell Health Children’s.
Participants dressed as their favorite superhero or fantasy character for the walk. All participants also received their own cape and visited the animals along the 2-mile path around the zoo.
While going through the path, people got to meet popular fairytale and comic book heroes provided by the League of Enchantment.
To learn more about the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at Corewell Health Children’s visit CorewellHealth. org/SE-CMN.
Euchre tournament with lessons available
ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Historical Society Museum is hosting a euchre tournament on Oct. 10 at Pronto Royal Oak, 608 S. Washington Ave.
Registration will begin at 6:15 p.m., a rule review will begin at 6:55 p.m., and the first deal will begin at 7 p.m.
The cost is $25 to play, which includes light appetizers, prizes and a full cash bar. The money will benefit the museum in the Northwood Fire Station.
New to the euchre tournament, volunteers will be available to help those who wish to learn how to play, so people of all skill levels will be allowed to participate in the tournament.
For tickets and more information, visit royaloakhistoricalsociety.com.
Learn more about the oldest cemetery in Oakland County
ROYAL OAK — Explore the history of the oldest integrated cemetery in Oakland County on Oct. 12 at the Royal Oak Cemetery, 1600 Rochester Road.
Local historian Don Drife will take interested people on a one-hour walking tour of the Royal Oak Cemetery, which was founded in 1826. Participants will get to visit the gravesites of notable Royal Oakers including Frank Drake; Ezra Parker; Asher Bull Parker and children; Charles Quick; Henry and Elizabeth Hamer; William and Frank Knowles; and James Johnson.
Preregistration for the event is required, and people can either go to the 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. walk. The event costs $15 per person. Parking is limited to 12 vehicles, according to a press release sent out by the Royal Oak Historical Society.
To register, visit royaloakhistoricalsociety. com.
WINTER BLAST MERGES WITH ROYAL OAK HOLIDAYS
ROYAL OAK — After 20 years, the Winter Blast event is starting anew and is merging with the Royal Oak Holidays.
The new, expanded Royal Oak Holidays will span five consecutive weekends of free holiday fun in downtown Royal Oak from Nov. 21 through Dec. 21.
Winter Blast activities such as the zip line, carnival attractions and ice sculptures will continue as a part of the Royal Oak Holidays. Unlike at the Winter Blast, these events will all be free to participants.
The upgraded Royal Oak Holidays will feature five themed weekends each with multiple attractions. Like the Winter Blast, Royal Oak Holidays will feature one weekend of free skating at the Rink at Royal Oak scheduled for Dec. 12-14.
Royal Oak Holidays will kick off at 4 p.m. Nov. 21, with the Lighting of the Park and the season opening of the Rink at Royal Oak.
For more information, visit royaloakholidays.com.
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Vegas entertainer puts audience under his spell in ‘Hypnosis Unleashed’
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
EASTPOINTE/ROYAL OAK — Kevin Lepine is a triple threat.
He’s a comedian, magician and hypnotist who has been entertaining audiences with his “Hypnosis Unleashed” for several years at the Canyon Club inside the Four Queens Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
Once a year, the 1993 Eastpointe High School graduate returns to his roots to Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle. Lepine will bring laughs and more when he performs “Hypnosis Unleashed” Oct. 12 at the Comedy Castle, located at 310 S. Troy St. in Royal Oak. Showtime is 7 p.m., and the show is for those 18 and older.
Lepine provides an entertaining evening where he takes volunteers from the audience who are willing to be hypnotized on stage and become part of the act. When under hypnosis, Lepine creates different scenarios that promise to make the crowd laugh. For instance, turning someone into a body builder is always a hit.
“The routines are dictated by personalities on stage,” the talented performer said. “You never know what responses you are going to get.”
During one skit, Lepine will turn a volunteer into the Laughter Police, who will try to stop the audience from laughing. He’ll transform macho guys into showgirls, cheerleaders or Britney Spears. Another funny moment in the show is when those on stage think napkins are $100 bills.
“People will grab them and put them down their shirts. One guy pulled out his wallet and put them in there,” Lepine said. “To be able to perform is one of the greatest privileges of my life.”
Lepine said one of his latest creations is turning those under his spell into martians. Audience members volunteer to be hypnotized for different reasons.
“Some people have been hypnotized before and they love the feeling,” he said. “Some are curious about it.”
Lepine’s wife, Emily, has assisted over the years to make the show a success. You might even spot her on stage during the show.
“We’re always changing things up and writing new material,” Lepine said.
Comedian Joel Fragomeni has known Lepine for about 25 years. He works as a doorman at the Comedy Castle and always catches Lepine’s show. He’ll see it again Oct. 12 because he’ll be working the door.
“I’m looking forward to it. Kevin is a very dynamic performer. He really gets the
audience engaged. It’s a lot of audience participation. I don’t think people realize that it’s almost like a rock concert. They’re the performers and Kevin is the frontman,” Fragomeni said. “It’s super fun. People come back and see it every year. It’s different every time. I would recommend that people see it.”
One of Fragomeni’s favorite bits is when See HYPNOSIS on page 19A
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Kevin Lepine, a 1993 Eastpointe High School graduate, will bring “Hypnosis Unleashed” to Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle in Royal Oak Oct. 12. Showtime is 7 p.m., and the show is 18 and older.
Legendary Brother Rice head coach Al Fracassa leaves behind everlasting legacy
BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Longtime
Brother Rice football coach and teacher Al Fracassa passed away on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 92 years old.
Fracassa was on the sidelines for Brother Rice from 1969 until his retirement in 2013 where he amassed 386 wins. He also coached Royal Oak Shrine in the 1960s prior to taking over at Brother Rice, and his career mark of 430 wins as a head coach is the second
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CRIME WATCH
Vehicle stolen
ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 11:25 p.m. Sept. 20 and 2 a.m. Sept. 21, an unknown person stole the complainant’s vehicle from the parking lot of the Citizens Bank at 200 S. Main St.
Windshield broken
ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 11:20 p.m. Sept. 20, an unknown person broke the windshield of the complainant’s vehicle in the 3100 block of Maplewood Avenue, south of 13 Mile Road.
Parked car damaged
ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 2 p.m. and 4:15 p.m.
Sept. 23, an unknown person damaged the side of the complainant’s parked vehicle near the 3200 block of North Wilson Avenue.
Backpacks stolen
ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sept. 4, an unknown person stole two backpacks from the complainant’s unlocked vehicle near Woodland Avenue and Normandy Road.
Package
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ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 2:30 a.m. and 7:50 a.m. Sept. 10, an unknown person stole a package from the front porch of the complainant’s house in the 2500 block of Oliver Road, near West Webster Road.
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Al Fracassa celebrates with his players after winning the 2013 state championship game at Ford Field. It was the last game he’d ever coach.
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ing, themed photo stops, character meet and greets, and a seasonal market experience by Blakes with fresh cider and doughnuts for purchase. Twenty percent of proceeds from the Blakes purchases will support animal conservation.
Megan Gregg, senior events manager of the Detroit Zoo, said that the Zoo Boo has some additions to the displays this year.
“This year’s Zoo Boo has some exciting new additions, including enhanced entertainment throughout the zoo footprint, new pumpkin displays and fresh fall-themed photo opportunities throughout the zoo,” she said.
Each year, the event attracts thousands of families to the zoo.
“Zoo Boo has become a beloved tradition for families across metro Detroit. It’s a festive way to celebrate Halloween and all things fall that brings the community together in a unique setting,” Gregg said. “Whether it’s families coming year after year or new families discovering it for the first time, there’s a sense of joy and nostalgia that makes it really special.”
The Zoo Boo is sponsored by Corewell Health Children’s, but the event does not raise money for the hospital.
“Corewell Health Children’s is the presenting sponsor of Zoo Boo, and we are incredibly grateful for their support, which helps make this beloved family tradition possible,” said Sarah Culton, Detroit Zoological Society communications manager. “While Zoo Boo is full of Halloween fun, it’s also a celebration with purpose. Every ticket sold supports
the Zoo, our mission and the animals and habitats we strive to protect at home and around the world.”
Zoo Boo continues to cultivate an environment of excitement each year.
“People should be excited about the magical atmosphere we have created this year. From the creatively decorated trick-or-treat trails to the live entertainment,” she said. “Whether you’re coming for the costumes, the doughnuts or just the fall fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.”
Tickets for the Zoo Boo range from $21 to $25 and can only be purchased online at detroitzoo.org/events/zoo-boo. All ages 2 and older need a ticket.
There are a few options for add-on activities like a dinner buffet for $23; cider and doughnuts for $8; and an attraction add-on that includes a 15-minute 4D film experience with 3D and special effects or a ride on the carousel for $3-$6.
Thousands of families attend the Zoo Boo each year. Photo provided by the Detroit Zoological Society
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Kremer has worked on various projects across the United States, according to his website, isaackremer.com.
Some of those projects include the Northern Manhattan Art Deco Project, in 2005, where Kremer documented over 200 art deco buildings in northern Manhattan, and a case study on historic preservation in the Ransom Place neighborhood in Indianapolis in 2004.
Kremer also previously worked in Detroit from 2006 to 2007, when he digitized 8,101 records from the 1976 Detroit Urban Conservation Project.
“I have gained a perspective on what it takes to achieve revitalization by visiting over 400 cities in the U.S. and internationally and serving as the revitalization professional for five downtowns,” Kremer said. “No two places are alike, though lessons learned in one can apply to the others. My work has been heavily focused on economic development and placemaking. I see a lot of opportunities to bring the vacancy rate down, improve the business mix, and make Royal Oak a destination of choice for businesses.”
Kremer said he has a passion for seeing
his work become successful in the communities he interacts with.
“I look back at my career and think of the countless businesses supported, jobs created, and places improved,” he said. “Honestly, I have one of the best jobs anywhere because I get to help so many people.”
Kremer found the DDA director position through a friend who encouraged him to apply.
“Upon taking a look at the job description, website and annual reports, it was a no-brainer. Royal Oak felt like a perfect fit and a place I would really enjoy working in,” Kremer said. “Having been born in Lansing and living the first half of my life in metro Detroit, coming home to Michigan has been a remarkable experience.”
Bringing new development online and supporting the unique cafes, bakeries, restaurants, bars and specialty retailers is what Kremer hopes to do as he steps into his new position.
“Eveyrhting ties back to making this better,” he said. “Whether this be filling a vacant storefront, beautifying a street or managing events that attract customers to local businesses, every thought and action helps to bring about a better place for everyone.”
Kremer also holds a variety of certifications, including Main Street American Revi-
talization Professional, Strategic Doing Practitioner from the Strategic Doing Institute, Historic Real Estate Finance from Grow America, Economic Development 101 from the Economic Development Council, and How to Turn a Place Around from the Project for Public Spaces, according to the press release.
Over the course of his career, Kremer reportedly has secured more than $3.5 million in grants.
Gacioch said that Kremer’s previous experience is one of the key factors in why he
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“We were looking for a director who could immediately take on key priorities: addressing vacant storefronts, guiding the board in developing a long-term strategic plan, and launching a strong business recruitment and retention program,” he said. “Isaac’s depth of experience and his proven engagement with small businesses make him the perfect fit to deliver.”
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most in the history of Michigan high school football.
“He put Brother Rice on the map,” Brother Rice Director of Athletics Jeff Calcaterra said. “For the 50-some years that he’s been a part of this community, he’s mentored, taught and impacted so many men that have come to this school.”
Fracassa’s list of accomplishments on the field might never be seen again. He retired with 21 Catholic High School League titles and 10 state championships, along with producing hundreds of collegiate football players and 13 NFL players.
“Coach took the time to get to know every one of the boys in his program,” Calcaterra said. “Coach spent time and wrote a handwritten letter to every one of his seniors for all the years that he coached. … He just had that gift to make people better.”
The outpouring of love and support from the community is evidence of his impact. Services for Fracassa were held at the Brother Rice campus, and people from all over the country came to town to pay respects and offer support to his family.
“The number of alumni that flew in … we had a ’77 alum fly in from Hawaii to be at his services,” Calcaterra said. “It says everything that you need to know.”
Current Brother Rice head coach Aaron Marshall is in his second year coaching Brother Rice, but he’s been a part of the program for nearly his whole life. Marshall wants to honor Fracassa any way he can, and he wants to make sure the players never forget Fracassa’s impact.
“I had the privilege of being coach’s ball boy in the ’91 season. I was 8 or 9 years old,” Marshall said. “His legacy will live on forever. … His formula I follow today.”
Marshall explained that Fracassa wanted to build up young men in all aspects of their lives, and that if he did that, then football would take care of itself.
Fracassa still attended as many home games as he could right up until his passing. He retired in 2013 but never left the program that he helped build.
“We saw him week one, and he came to the game. It was very special. Me and him hugged each other and told each other that we loved each other, and I was so happy that he
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Up North Wine
BY GREG TASKER
ichigan’s growing wine scene is home to wineries of all different sizes and designs. There’s a Tuscan-style villa perched on a hill on Old Mission Peninsula. A Kentucky-style plantation on the Leelanau Peninsula. Modern industrial-like structures here and there. And, of course, revamped houses and restored barns (even a chicken coop).
But an Airstream trailer may be a first in Michigan.
Outside Charlevoix, a restored 1973 Airstream serves as the summer tasting room for Blu Dot Farm and Vineyard. You can walk up to a window — the Airstream has been customized — and order a sampling of up to 10 wines or a glass of your choice. Grab a chair under an umbrella-topped table, while you sip a glass of Party Girl Sparkling and enjoy views of ripening grapes and a former horse farm next door.
Blu Dot Farm and Vineyard is among the wineries belonging to the Petoskey Wine Region, home to about a dozen small, family-owned wineries growing wine grapes not far from the shores of Lake Michigan. Fall is an ideal time to visit the Petoskey Wine Region. Most of the wineries are located in rural patches outside small towns and surrounded by farmSee WINE on page 15A
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ABOVE: Blu Dot Farm and Vineyard is among the wineries belonging to the Petoskey wine region. TOP: The husband-and-wife team of Derrick Vogel and Izabela Babinska run Folklor Wine & Cider, located south of Charlevoix.
RIGHT: Pond Hill Farm’s market features canned ciders, wine, jarred goods and more.
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Doughnuts and cider will be provided by Clawson Parks, Recreation and Senior Services and Clawson Youth Assistance in the pavilion following trick-or-treating.
“We have up to 2,000 kids attending; when the weather is nice, families are outside,” said County Commissioner Penny Luebs, president of Clawson Youth Assistance. “This is our 16th year of hosting the Trick or Treat Trail at Clawson City Park. People line up beginning in the parking lot with the line following the fence line of the football field, and some families pride themselves on being first in line and arrive at 5 p.m.”
New to the Trick or Treat Trail this year, according to Luebs, will be the performances by the Detroit Circus Co. that will be entertaining people who are waiting in line. There is also going to be a strolling magician from Wunderground Magic Shop.
“I love to see the excitement and smiles on everyone’s face as they walk the woodchip trail to see the decorated sites while they trick or treat,” Luebs said. “I also love the relationships we have built with our businesses and community groups who return year after year.”
The event is free, and parking is free. There will be no parking in the Clawson City Park parking lot from 3 to 8 p.m. for the safety of the children.
“Families will be amazed at the variety and different decorations at each site. It is also a chance for a practice run at getting your costume right and seeing the imagination of all the wonderful costumes kids and adults are wearing,” Luebs said.
For more information on the Clawson Trick or Treat Trail, visit cityofclawson.com.
The 42nd annual Spooktacular in Royal Oak is bringing the Halloween vibes to Centennial Commons again this year with some exciting festivities and plenty of candy for all to enjoy.
From 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 19 at Centennial Commons, 204 S. Troy St., kids and families will gather for the free alternative to neighborhood trick-or-treating, and other festivities.
“We expect and prepare for hundreds of kids to join us in the streets of downtown and Centennial Commons. This year marks the 42nd annual Spooktacular in Royal Oak, and we encourage families to dress up with their kids for a safe, festive event,” said Heather Zeller, Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce director of events and communications.
The event will include trick-or-treating
from 1 to 4 p.m. where kids can go to various downtown businesses and collect candy.
“New to this year, members of Stagecrafters’ production of ‘Frozen’ will join us for a mini song showcase, followed by a meet and greet with the cast in Centennial Commons from 3 to 3:45 p.m.,” Zeller said.
From 1 to 5 p.m., there will be a DJ
For more information on the Spooktacular, visit royaloakchamber.com.
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A person dressed as a T. rex distributes candy at the 2024 Spooktacular.
File photo by Donna Dalziel
playing spooky tunes, a magic show, face painting, a Royal Oak Fire Department truck, a kids costume parade and contest, and free treats for the kids in attendance.
most compelling part about this show is the emotional truth of it.
“Everyone in the show has a journey to go on, and there are such deeply moving moments, and some really funny ones too,” Chrisman said. “The characters and their relationships are really relatable, and the way the story unfolds is beautifully done.”
Chrisman said she is pleased to be playing Kathy.
“She’s sassy and funny, but deep down she’s got such a big heart, just like me, although my Midwest accent doesn’t hold a candle to her Long Island one,” Chrisman said.
Chrisman hopes that the show can influence the audience to think about how they connect with the community around them.
“I want people to leave this show and really think about how they connect with the world and the people around them, not just family, but also friends, coworkers and even strangers,” she said. “The connections we form are so important. I love Amy’s view of her network of friends and how essential it is to her life.”
Beth Tetrault plays Sarah, the mother of the main character, Amy, and her two older siblings, Maggie and Jake.
“At first I had a hard time relating to my character because she makes a very devastating life decision. But, I related to her as a parent,” Tetrault said. “I saw how incredibly hard parenting was for her because she didn’t have the resources and support she needed.”
The show is special because it highlights a main character with Down syndrome, Tetrault said.
“This show is so unique because it prominently features a character with Down syndrome. I’ve never seen a play like this presented before,” she said. “The character Amy
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and the wonderfully talented young woman playing her, Maria, are both funny, talented and brave. I think audiences will fall in love with her.”
The emotional rollercoaster that the show takes audiences on is sure to interest those in attendance, Tetrault said.
“I think audiences will be drawn into the drama and comedy of this unique family,” she said. “I hope our audiences laugh with us, maybe shed a tear, but mostly leave with a heart that is a little more open, and new perspective on the neurodivergent community.”
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Photo provided by Bureau Detroit Amy, the main character of “Amy and the Orphans,” is played by Maria Nazareno.
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land turning golden brown. Swaths of woods color the landscape in fiery reds, oranges and yellows.
Adding to seasonal fun are small farm markets and roadside stands loaded this time of year with pumpkins, apples, cider, donuts, and family-friendly activities. Both Pond Hill Farm and Bear Creek Organic Farm are worth checking out.
Petoskey wine country is very different from the Traverse Wine Coast or the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail in the state’s southwestern corner. You’ll find mostly hybrid grapes among the Petoskey-area wineries — grapes like Marquette, Petite Pearl, Frontenac and La Crescent. Some wineries have had success growing more-commonly-known grapes like Chardonnay and Riesling.
As you might have guessed, the weather here is much colder in the winter. The distinctive climate and soil types contribute to the region’s designation as the Tip of the Mitt, a federally designated wine region that stretches from just south of Charlevoix to the Straits of Mackinac and east to Alpena.
Blu Dot Farm and Vineyard is one of the newest wineries. The inspiration to renovate an Airstream into a tasting room came from the owners — Paul and Jennie Silva — wine travels. The couple became enamored of vineyards and winemaking after visiting Napa a few decades ago. Realizing a need for more Michigan wine grapes, they created their own winery.
Their property used to be an old horse training and breeding facility. Many of the original barns, stables and tracks have been restored and are used today. The Airstream is open during the summer season — from May to October.
Blu Dot is among the wineries producing Marquette. Developed to withstand brutal winters, Marquette is a long-distance cousin of Pinot Noir and often tastes fruity and earthy.
Several years ago, Walloon Lake Winery’s Marquette won the Best Dry Red in the annual Michigan wine competition. Other notable Marquette producers include Mackinaw Trail Winery, Boyne Valley Vineyards and Crooked Vine Vineyard.
Just south of Petoskey, Mackinaw Trail Winery is the largest winery in the region, offering a variety of red and white wines, craft beer and food. Some 15 acres are dedicated to growing cold-hardy varietals La Crescent and Frontenac Gris.
Mackinaw Trail boasts some of the best representations of Marquette in Michigan. Currently, the winery is pouring its 202 Estate Marquette, barrel aged for 18 months, and described as a “true Up North Wine.
Winemakers here are as passionate about their craft as winemakers anywhere. Chances are, you’ll run into the owner or winemaker (sometimes one and the same) behind the tasting room bar or out in the vineyard.
That was the case at one of the region’s newest wineries: Folklor Wine & Cider, a boutique winery located off the beaten path south of Charlevoix.
The husband-and-wife team of Derrick Vogel and Izabela Babinska were behind the bar at Folklor on the afternoon I visited. Vogel is the winemaker and Babinska is business manager. Both tend the grapes. They describe themselves as “Northern Michigan enthusiasts, lake swimmers and dry Riesling devotees.”
Once a u-pick apple and cherry orchard, Folklor Wine & Cider is the couple’s wine dream. They began growing wine grapes here in 2021, planting vineyards on about two acres of the 52-acre farm. More vines were planted the following year.
“We want our wines to reflect the season and the place,” Vogel tells me, noting he is stepping outside some of the boundaries of traditional winemaking. Between the vines, for example, nature is taking its course wth grasses, plants and flowers blanketing the rows. He uses native yeast in fermentation and sprays no herbicides or insecticide on his grapes. “We felt the freedom to let these grapes speak for themselves.”
In the tasting room, you can sample “the season and place” in a variety of Rieslings, as well the red blends and ciders. I especially enjoyed Folklor’s 2023 Lake Swimmer, a blend of Blaufrankisch, Cabernet Franc and a bit of Zweigelt, which is grown on the farm. Lower in alcohol, this red blend was lighter and refreshing, especially on a warm fall day.
The winery’s name is the Polish spelling of folklore (Babinska is a Polish immigrant) and is the name for Polish folk art. The name celebrates more than Polish folk art, the owners say; it’s a connection between wine and storytelling.
And that’s part of the experience at Folklor — learning the stories of how this couple came to plant their roots in Northern Michigan, their efforts to grow grapes in a challenging environment and the way they’re making their wine.
But I’ll let them share those stories with you when you visit.
Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer.
LEFT: Doug Thompson, of Royal Oak, brought his red 1978 Ford F-700 Hahn pumper fire truck to Sandbaggers Sept. 17. BELOW: Paul “Pauly G” Gutkowski, a member of the Burnouts Detroit Car Group, holds a weekly car show on Wednesday nights at Sandbaggers in Center Line.
Local car show goes to the dogs
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
Warren resident Paul “Pauly G” Gutkowski is not only a bona fide car buff, but he also has a soft spot for animals.
During the classic car cruise season, he organizes the weekly car shows from 5 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday at Sandbaggers Sports Bar and Grill in Center Line. Jerry and Fran Czapski built Sandbaggers, and son Dave Czapski is the current owner. Gutkowski, owner of a
1968 Mercury Cougar, also holds fundraisers at other car shows to raise money for the I Heart Dogs Rescue & Animal Haven in Warren. Gutkowski is a member of the Burnouts Detroit car group.
The group, along with the Center Line Festival Foundation, held a charity car show during the Center Line Beer Fest at the city’s Memorial Park Sept. 13, which raised $1,832 for the animal shelter. Money was raised through registration fees, charity raffles and 50/50s. At the Sept. 17 Sandbaggers car show,
Gutkowski presented a check to Cindy Yankley, events director for the I Heart Dogs Rescue & Animal Haven.
“That can pay a lot of medical bills for our dogs,” Yankley said. “We’re so grateful to Paul because he’s been doing this event for us at the Center Line car show. He has made a really big difference in the lives of a lot of dogs. We’re so grateful to him and to everyone else.”
In addition to the $1,832, the nonprofit animal shelter had a table at the beer fest car show, which brought in $600 in donations, and
one dog was adopted out. I Heart Dogs Rescue & Animal Haven will hold a dog and cat adoption event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 4 at its shelter located at 22415 Groesbeck Highway in Warren. For more information, go to iheartdogs.org or email bark@iheartdogs.org.
Every week at the Sandbaggers car show, Gutkowski and his wife, Michelle Gutkowski, set up a canopy where they sell miniature toy cars and Gutkowski serves as the unofficial disc jockey, playing classic rock music for the crowd.
“I want to thank everyone for coming
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RIGHT: Gary White, of Warren, bought his 1958 Chevrolet Impala almost five years ago. He said he knew most of the guys at the Sept. 17 Sandbaggers car show in Center Line.
Photos by Maria Allard
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out again tonight. This lets people know about events in the city,” Gutkowski said. “I grew up with Dave and Sandbaggers.”
Gary White, of Warren, brought his 1958 Chevrolet Impala to the event. White, 73, has owned the white Impala for almost five years. His son knew he wanted an Impala and found one through an online marketplace site.
“I immediately got in touch with the guy. I went the next morning and bought it,” White said. “I drove it home. It was a rough drive home. It needed a lot.”
To give it a smoother ride, White and his son changed the engine, transmission, altered the brakes and more.
“It’s got air conditioning, power steering and power brakes. People see it and think it’s the ‘American Graffiti’ car. I had a blue one when I was about 19. I had it for about two years. All the old cars are fantastic. They’re all fun,” White said. “That’s back when you bought a car for $200. Cars were cheap back then — not anymore.”
Back in the day, White and his buddies cruised Eight Mile Road, stopping at the Big Boy in Hazel Park. Other times they’d hit
Woodward Avenue and would meet up at another of their favorite Big Boy restaurants.
“It was fun,” White said. “We were out looking for girls.”
Doug Thompson, of Royal Oak, brought his red 1978 Ford F-700 Hahn pumper fire truck to Sandbaggers. He’s never been a firefighter, but he enjoys driving the vehicle to restaurants and cruise and car shows. It’s always a conversation piece with strangers.
“I’ve taken it all over the place. It’s just a good riding truck,” Thompson, 72, said. “It’s just like a big red truck with lots of shiny stuff. I have so much fun with it. People are drawn to it. They ask so many questions.”
Thompson often runs into retired and current firefighters.
“The old firefighters, they look at it and it brings back memories,” he said.
That includes viewing the manual controls once used to fight fires.
“The older firefighters taught me how to use them,” Thompson said. “They give me hints. I learn from their experience.”
Thompson purchased the fire truck from the small town of Sedan, Kansas, which he said is known as “Tornado Alley.” He even hung a sign on the side of the truck that reads “Tornado Alley 1978 Ford F700 Hahn Pumper Sedan, KS.”
Photo by Maria Allard
At the Sept. 17 Sandbaggers car show in Center Line, Warren resident Paul “Pauly G” Gutkowski, left, presented Cindy Yankley, events director for the I Heart Dogs Rescue & Animal Haven, right, with a $1,832 check for the animal shelter. The money was raised during the Center Line Beer Fest at the city’s Memorial Park Sept. 13.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
18A/ ROYAL OAK REVIEW • OCTOBER 1, 2025
OCT. 2
Community Conversations: Ask questions, share ideas and connectwith Royal Oak Schools Superintendent Dr. John Tafelski, 8-9 a.m., The Office Coffee Shop, 402 S. Lafayette Ave. in Royal Oak, royaloakschools.org
OCT. 3
Spooky Spirits: Includes samples from 100-plus drink options while exploring illuminated and decorated pathways, also live music by Weekend ComeBack and Stereobabe, roaming performers, zookeeper chats, tarot and aura readings, costume contest and more, for ages 21 and older, 7-10 p.m., Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road in Royal Oak, dzoo.org/spookyspirits
OCT. 4
Ferndale Fall Festival: Include hayrides, pony rides, roller skating, carnival games, prizes, crafts, face painting, pumpkin painting, trick-or-treat trail, music and more, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Martin Road Park, 1615 E. Lewiston Ave., wristbands required, (248) 544-6767, recreation@ferndalemi.gov, bit.ly/fprfallfestival
OCT. 10
Euchre tournament: Also light appetizers, prizes and full cash bar, registration at 6:15 p.m., rules at 6:55 p.m. and deal at 7 p.m., Pronto!, 608 S. Washington Ave. in Royal Oak, benefits Royal Oak Historical Society and Museum, tables available for those who want to learn game, register at royaloakhistoricalsociety. com/events, (248) 318-8357
OCT. 11
Whiskey, Wine and WWII: Try tastings representing major events during World War II, each course features cheese and chocolate pairing, fundraiser for Michigan World War II Legacy Memorial also includes Officer’s Club social hours, dinner, silent auction and more, 6 p.m. (doors at 5:30 p.m.), Kilgour Scottish Centre, 2363 Rochester Road in Troy, register by Oct. 1, michiganww2memorial.org/events-1
OCT. 12
Cemetery tours: Visit gravesites of notable local residents with historian Don Drife, hourlong walking tours begin at 1 and 3 p.m., Royal Oak Cemetery, 1600 Rochester Road (use 12 Mile Road entrance), RSVP at royaloakhistoricalsociety.com/programs
OCT. 16
Spaghetti dinner and sauce sale: All-you-can-eat event hosted by Royal Oak Woman’s Club, includes salad, “famous” dressing, bread, dessert and beverages, also gluten-free option, 4:30-7 p.m., ROWC Clubhouse, 404 S. Pleasant St., order sauce by Oct. 9 (don’t need to attend dinner), (248) 549-3701, rowc. org/events
OCT. 17
‘Symphony Spooktacular’ concert: Performance by Royal Oak Symphony Orchestra, audience encouraged to wear costumes, 7:30-9 p.m., Royal Oak Middle
School, 709 N. Washington Ave., season continues Dec. 5, March 13 and May 8, royaloakorchestra.com
OCT. 18
Medicare educational seminar: Presentation by licensed insurance counselor David Banet, free event also includes boxed lunch, 11 a.m., Blair Memorial Library, 416 N. Main St. in Clawson, registration required, (248) 588-5500
OCT. 21
Royal Oak Musicale concert: Features Lakeside Bassoon Trio and Meadowbrook Woodwind Trio, 1 p.m., First Congregational Church of Royal Oak, 1314 Northwood Blvd., free but goodwill donation appreciated, next performance Nov. 18, royaloakmusicale. com
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Zoo Boo: Includes trick-or-treating, character meet and greets, illuminated decor and displays, costumed performers, Halloween-themed face painting and photo stops, seasonal market and more, 4-9:30 p.m. Oct. 4-5, 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26, Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road in Royal Oak, detroitzoo.org/events/ zoo-boo
‘Amy and the Orphans’: Play about sparring siblings on road trip after father’s death, performance by Stagecrafters 2nd Stage features actress with Down syndrome as title character, 7:30 p.m. ThursdaysSaturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Oct. 10-19, The Baldwin Theatre, 415 S. Lafayette in Royal Oak, (248) 541-6430, info@stagecrafters.org, stagecrafters.org
‘Silver Foxes’: Comedic play about queer men who save friend from homophobic assisted living facility, 7 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays and 3 p.m. Sundays Oct. 3-27, Ringwald Theatre at Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center, 290 W. Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, (248) 545-5545, theringwald@gmail.com, theringwald.com
Royal Oak Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays until late November and Saturdays year-round, also antiques and collectibles from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays year-round, plus food truck rally with live music, vendors, face painting, kids crafts and bounce house from 4-8 p.m. every second Wednesday of month through October, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, (248) 246-3276, farmersmarket@romi.gov, see additional special dates at romi.gov/1533/farmers-market
Fall color walks: Led by Royal Oak Nature Society, 2 p.m. Oct. 5 and 19, Cummingston Park, park on street and meet at intersection of Torquay and Leafdale, and 2 p.m. Oct. 12 and 26, Tenhave Woods in Royal Oak, park at Marais/Lexington lot and walk 300 feet east to entrance, romi.gov/411/nature-walks
Royal Oak Musicale Chorus rehearsals: Female group celebrating 101st season, meets 10-11:30 a.m. Mondays through December and February-May, Clawson United Methodist Church, 205 N. Main St.,
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performance with Royal Oak Musicale Harmonics scheduled for 7 p.m. Dec. 16, First Congregational Church of Royal Oak, 1314 Northwood Blvd., www. royaloakmusicale.com
Harmony United Chorusrehearsals: Practice with Greater Detroit chapter of men’s barbershop-style group, 7-9 p.m. most Tuesdays, Royal Oak Middle School, 709 N. Washington Ave., greaterdetroit.org
Encore Chorus rehearsals: Tenor and bass vocal types can practice with LGBTQIA+ affirming group, 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Zion Lutheran Church, 143 Albany St. in Ferndale, holiday concert scheduled for Dec. 13, encorechorus.org
CAMEO Quilters Guild meetings: 7 p.m. (doors at 6:30 p.m.) every third Thursday of month through June, Clawson United Methodist Church, 205 N. Main St., (248) 544-4504, cameoquilters@gmail.com, cameoquilters.org
Royal Oak Garden Club meetings: 7-8 p.m. (socializing at 6:30 p.m.) most second Mondays of month through June, Unity of Royal Oak, 2500 Crooks Road, royaloakgardenclub@gmail.com, royaloakgarden clubmi.org
Widowed Friends breakfasts: 9:30 a.m. every second and fourth Wednesdays of month, The Avenue Family Restaurant, 31253 Woodward Ave. in Royal Oak, RSVP to Marilyn at (248) 543-1018, widowedfriends.com
Monthly groups: For kids, LGBTQIA+, book clubs for horror fans and more, Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile Road, (248) 246-3700, romi.gov/1532/ library
• Journaling and discussion group for older adults meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. every third Monday, and writing group for all skill levels and genres meets 6-7:30 p.m. every fourth Wednesday, Blair Memorial Library, 416 N. Main St. in Clawson, registration required, (248) 588-5500, clawson.lib.mi.us
• New Self-Help Book Club led by journalist Cindy La Ferle meets 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 15 (discuss “The Let Them Theory” by Mel Robbins) and Nov. 24 (“How to Be Enough: Seven Life-Changing Steps for Self-Critics, Overthinkers, and Perfectionists by Elle Hendrickson), and Wednesday Afternoon Book Club meets 1-2 p.m. Oct. 15 (“The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald), Nov. 19 (“The Ministry of Time” by Kaliane Bradley) and Dec. 17 (“Wishin’ and Hopin’: a Christmas Story” by Wally Lamb), Blair Memorial Library, 416 N. Main St. in Clawson, registration required, (248) 588-5500, clawsonlibrary@gmail.com, clawson.lib.mi.us
Bingo: 12:30-1:30 p.m. every first Friday of month, Mahany/Meininger Senior Community Center, 3500 Marais Ave. in Royal Oak, (248) 246-3900
Kit Homes of Clawson exhibit: Includes advertisements, photos, artifacts and more about unique
CLASS REUNIONS
OCT. 4
Seaholm High School — Class of 1995: 30th reunion, includes live music by Lain Hanna, DJ Coop (Kevin Childs) and DJ Second Nature (Brett Belcastro), also light food and drinks, 7-11 p.m., ZANA, 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. in Birmingham, purchase ticket at eventbrite.com
OCT. 11
Warren Cousino High School — Class of 1980: 45th reunion, includes appetizers, buffet dinner, open bar, DJ playing ’70s music, photo booth, prizes and surprises, 6-10 p.m., Vintage House, 31816 Utica Road in Fraser, purchase ticket at warrencousinoclassof1980@gmail.com
Henry Ford II High School — Class of 1975: 50th reunion for first graduating class, includes open bar and professional photographer from 6-11 p.m., strolling hors d’oeuvres and desserts from 6-8 p.m., and pizza buffet at 9:30 p.m., Fern Hill Golf Club, 17600 Clinton River Road in Clinton Township, purchase ticket at myevent. com/henryford2classof1975reunion
Seaholm High School — Class of 1975: 50th reunion, includes food stations, drink ticket, music and other activities, also cash bar, 6 p.m., The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills — A Doubletree by Hilton, 39475 Woodward Ave., purchase ticket at seaholm1975@gmail.com or (248) 217-0990, make optional hotel reservation at (248) 644-1400
OCT. 18
Lahser High School — Class of 1985: 40th reunion, 5-11 p.m., The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills — A Doubletree by Hilton, 39475 Woodward Ave., purchase ticket at eventbrite.com
early 20th century housing, 2-5 p.m. Saturdays and Wednesdays until Dec. 31, Clawson Historical Museum, 41 Fisher Court, cityofclawson.com, (248) 588-9169, historicalmuseum@cityofclawson.com
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less: Virtual 15-week program presented by AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services and led by registered dietitian nutritionist, free for first-time participants ages 60 and older, register at (833) 262-2200 or wellnessprograms@ageways. org, tinyurl.com/agewaysworkshops
Health workshops: Hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, corewellhealth.org/classes-events/ southeast-michigan
Lupus support groups: 10 a.m. every second Tuesday of month and 7 p.m. every last Wednesday of month, Zoom, (248) 901-7299, milupus.org/support-groups
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was able to join us,” Marshall said. “We want to make him proud.”
Brother Rice has helmet stickers that the team is wearing for the remainder of the season with the legendary coach’s initials and date of his passing on them.
In the first game after Fracassa’s death, Marshall wanted to make sure that everyone on the team understood the magnitude of the moment. There were hundreds of alumni at the game, which was played the same day as the funeral, and Marshall encouraged his players to talk to those who had come to the game.
“The boys, we attended the funeral and were kind of the honor guard,” Marshall said. “I said, ‘Look what you have to live up to. It’s not pressure; it’s responsibility.’... Seeing the great men who came before them that wore those jerseys, that was priceless.”
Fracassa’s final game as the head coach for Brother Rice was the 2013 state championship game, which the team won. His legacy will be felt through the thousands of lives he touched in his more than 50-year career. Marshall stated that the team has dedicated this season to the legendary coach.
“They didn’t talk about the records. There wasn’t much talk about the state championships. It was always talking about what he was as a father, a grandfather, a greatgrandfather, a husband, a mentor, a teacher, a coach,” Calcaterra said. “Those Brother Rice Warriors that wear that helmet understand that why the program is as revered as it is and why the brand is so cherished is because of coach Fracassa.”
Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.
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Lepine gives a secret code to an audience member whose spouse is on stage.
“That will tip them to do something romantic. The wife will give a sexy dance. It’s very wholesome,” Fragomeni said. “Kevin brings out in people what they didn’t know they had in them. Act like Britney Spears or pretend they play drums in a rock band.”
Lepine began performing costume characters for birthday parties when he was 16. Many comics left an impact on him throughout his lifetime.
“My influences go way back to the days of vaudeville. Groucho Marx, George Burns, Jack Benny,” he said. “‘The Muppets’ were a huge influence on me. Jim Henson is one of my heroes.”
Lepine also appreciates George Carlin and Richard Pryor and “the comedy boom of the ’80s.”
“You’ve got your Belushis and your Chevy Chases, Bobcat Goldthwait,” he said.
Anthony Jeselnik is another favorite.
“He’s dark and twisted,” Lepine said.”I don’t know where the punchline is going to go.”
For Lepine, one of the best aspects of Las Vegas is performing for crowds from all walks of life.
“There’s every demographic,” he said. “High rollers and people on a budget vacation are all sitting together laughing with each other and having fun.”
For more information on Kevin Lepine and “Hypnosis Unleashed,” go to vegashypnosisshow.com. To purchase tickets for the Oct. 12 show at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, go to comedycastle.com.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
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20. Doomsayer’s sign
21. Perfume bottles
22. Tombstone
acronym
23. Construction binder
26. “____: The Movie,” 2002 slapstick comedy
30. Genetic info carrier, acr.
31. Dorsa, sing.
34. “He’s Just Not That ____ You”
35. *Like some sweaters
37. Earth Day mo.
38. Opposite of cation
39. “Que Sera ____”
40. Approved
42. Denotes middle
43. Assess pro rata
45. Lorraine’s neighbor
47. Doctor Dolittle, e.g.
48. Temporary stay
50. Chicago’s Navy ____, tourist destination
52. *Popular fall spectator sport
55. Hutu’s opponents, 1994
56. Quinceanera or bat mitzvah
57. Biblical captain
59. Rocky ridge
60. Having wings
61. Russian parliament
62. Diamond or ruby
63. An affrmative
64. Dog command
DOWN
1. Cameron, to friends
2. The Fonz: “Sit ____ ____!”
3. Civil rights icon Parks
4. Richard Wright’s “____ Son”
5. Relating to mole
6. Whatever rocks them!
7. “Green Gables” protagonist
8. Walking helper 9. Smiley face
10. “____ Now or Never”
12. Smooth, in music
13. Before appearance of life, geology
14. *Patch purchase
19. ____ Hop dance
22. Ewe’s mate
23. *Like air in fall
24. Keyboard key
25. Introduction to economics
26. Twelve angry men, e.g.
27. Carl Jung’s inner self
28. Indifferent to emotions
29. Type of probe
32. *Leaf collector
33. R&R stop
36. *Bushels of apples, e.g.
38. Impromptu
40. Over the top, in text
41. Time for an egg hunt
44. Falcon’s home
46. Uses two feet
48. Bridal veil fabric
49. Smidgins
50. Unadulterated
Individual unit
Brawl
Clod
Tibetan priest
Chasing game
*Cushion on a fall ride
