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MOUNT CLEMENS — Macomb Place and the Cherry Street Mall are the center of many public events in the “Bath City.” Next year, a massive overhaul will reshape the cultural core of Mount Clemens. Dubbed the “Downtown Revitalization Project,” the plan was designed by engineering consulting firm Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick and is set to begin construction in Spring 2024. The project aims to emphasize Cherry Street and Macomb Place’s role as an event and shopping space by making it more accessible for pedestrians while also bringing improvements to parking in the area. Representatives from AEW gave a presentation about the project at a Mount Clemens City Commission work session on Nov. 20. Meant to be worked on in two phases, the first part focuses on Macomb Place, the Cherry Street Mall and the New Street parking lot. “Cherry Street Mall was built originally in 1980 and closed Macomb Place and Cherry Street,” said Kyle Seidel, AEW project manager. “Then in 1992, they actually reopened Ma-
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LEFT: The 45th annual Holiday Market features pieces created by more than 100 artists from around Michigan. The market occupies the first floor of the Anton Art Center and runs until Dec. 23. BELOW: “Darleen Urbanek: Peaceful Moments” is the first solo exhibition of artist Darleen Urbanek, of Sterling Heights. Urbanek’s work highlights people, landscapes, animals and other scenes that reflect or inspire moments of peace. Photos provided by Anton Art Center
Anton Art Center to host December exhibition, Holiday Market BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com
MOUNT CLEMENS — It is not just you that is busy this time of year. The Anton Art Center is juggling two main events in December, hosting the solo exhibition debut of a Sterling Heights artist and the 45th annual Holiday Market. “We’ve got over 100 artists featured this year,” said Phil Gilchrist, Anton Art Center executive director. “About 20% of those are new to the organization and to the market. We’re showcasing literal tons of items here for sale for the holidays, encompassing all kinds of stuff. Home decor, holiday decor, gift items, fine art, crafts, jewelry, fiber arts. … You name it, we probably have it.” The market has evolved over its nearly half-century, going from showing items on shelves made from stacked wood planks and cinder blocks to having the resources and volunteers needed to run a professional retail operation. “I give a lot of credit to the people in the beginning who had the forethought to pull this together,” Gilchrist said. “Over the years, it’s helped a lot of artists and it’s been a very important program for the Anton Art Center during that entire time. It really was all volunteers. Even today we rely on volunteers to pull it together and every year they do an incredible job, so we’re really happy and proud to have those folks involved here at the Anton Art Center and are thankful of all of the work that they do to bring this together every year.” Moving up a floor from the market takes guests
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Exhibition remembers what made Hudson’s magical during the holidays BY K. MICHELLE MORAN kmoran@candgnews.com
DETROIT — For generations of metro Detroiters, shopping — especially around the holidays — meant a trip to Hudson’s. Although the retailer ceased to exist in 2001 — with stores at first becoming Marshall Field’s and later Macy’s — a mention of Hudson’s is almost certain to bring back memories for anyone old enough to have visited one of them. The Detroit Historical Museum is tapping into those memories — and introducing the beloved Detroitbased retailer to a new generation — with “Hudson’s Holidays,” a small exhibition on view through Dec. 30. At the heart of the display is a glass case housing an assortment of toys carried by Hudson’s, including a collection of Santa Bears. The exclusive stuffed bears were produced annually from about 1985 to 2007, with many shoppers collecting all of them. “When they walk in, people are drawn to the Santa Bear tower,” said Jeremy Dimick, director of collections and curatorial for the museum. “It’s a big nostalgia hit.” The same case contains scores of other toys as well, including a wind-up car from the 1920s, an early Ken doll, slot cars and an erector set. In many cases, the boxes that the toys came in are on display as well, giving a peek into the marketing of that era. See HUDSON’S on page 10A
into the first-ever solo exhibition by artist Darleen Urbanek, of Sterling Heights. Titled “Darleen Urbanek: Peaceful Moments,” the show includes over 60 original works focusing on animals, people and landscapes that reflect moments of peace. “Darleen’s work tends to be impressionistic,” Gilchrist said. “She really gets into the feeling of the work, and what she’s representing is less about having very specific details and being realistic and more about how the moment makes you feel.” Urbanek says she has been painting since she was “old enough to hold a pencil,” honing her artistic skills outside of a formal classroom setting. “I’ve never really had any formal training,” Urbanek said. “I was chosen as a gifted artist through the Detroit See ANTON on page 7A
Santa Bears and other popular toys sold at Hudson’s over the decades can be seen as part of an exhibition on display until the end of the month at the Detroit Historical Museum. Photo provided by the Detroit Historical Museum
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HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Frank Wojtal, 50, was a husband, a father and a member of his community. On Nov. 12, Frank was killed when he was hit by a car while crossing Metropolitan Parkway in Harrison Township. A man of many things, Frank did it all. Having cerebral palsy throughout his life, he would teach karate when able and worked desktop support for Geek Squad. He was a member of the St. Hubert Catholic Church parish and a fourth-degree member of the Knights of Columbus, according to wife Susan Wojtal. At home, he was a father of five children and husband of 22 years, marrying Susan after becoming her tutor at Baker College in 1997. “We were able to give him a beautiful service, as best as you can with it being a funeral,” Susan said. “He was a (member of the) Knights of Columbus, so they got an amazing rosary for him and a color guard watching his body. The community came together for his luncheon and donated some food … The community has been an amazing help. It’s just very hard that he’s gone.” Despite the outpouring of support, which included a 5K walk in Frank’s honor, the Wojtal family has been saddled with a series of financial hurdles alongside the stress and grieving.
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“With (Frank) being disabled, I do not receive any survivor benefits and I have to pay back his Social Security for the month because he died a few days too soon,” Susan said. “I have to pay back his money for the month plus have to make rent … every little bit that comes in helps pay for myself, my daughter and another daughter.” To aid the family through these hardships, an old friend of Frank has stepped in to help by setting up a GoFundMe effort. Steven Parks, a friend of Frank who is disabled and unable to make the trip from Ohio to Michigan, says he immediately began work on the fundraiser when he heard the news. “We always talked about, ‘If I do go, watch out for my wife,’ and he was like, ‘You know I will,’” Parks said. “I think it is the least I can do at this time.” The fundraiser has run since Nov. 13 and has generated nearly $20,000 toward a goal of $65,000. A link to the fundraiser can be found by searching for “Frank’s Memorial” on GoFundMe.com. Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043. Photo provided by Susan Wojtal
Frank Wojtal of Harrison Township died after being hit by a car on Nov. 12. A fundraiser has been set up to help his family.
hosting free boater safety classes at 43565 Elizabeth Rd. in Mount Clemens. The two-day course will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 13, and Thursday, Dec. 14, from 5 to 9 p.m. Attendees who complete the course will leave with a boater safety card. Registration for the classes is required and can be done through the Department of Natural Resources’ website at michigan.storefront.kalkomey.com/em/events/5827. The class is limited to 50 people.
Children pose with Santa at a past St. Peter Catholic Church and St. Mary Catholic School Christmas Extravaganza. Photo provided by St. Peter Catholic Church
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CLINTON TOWNSHIP — An 84-year-old Harrison Township man has been arraigned in connection with the death of a pedestrian in July. Richard Munro was arraigned in the 41B District Court in Clinton Township on Nov. 28 for the July 3 death of a 47-year-old Troy resident, Mehn A. Sinh, who was crossing Jefferson Avenue. It is alleged Munro hit Sinh while traveling northbound and under the influence of alcohol. Munro is charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing death, a 15year felony. Magistrate Ryan Zemke set Munro’s bond at $25,000 and suspended his license. Munro will be required to wear an alcohol-monitoring tether if released. He will next be in court on Tuesday, Dec. 5, for a probable cause hearing at 1:30 p.m. before District Court Judge Carrie Fuca. Munro “This individual’s reckless choice has forever altered the course of a family’s life,” said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido in a press release. “Driving under the influence is not just against the law; it’s a profound injustice that shatters families. Our pursuit of justice will be unwavering as we seek accountability for the innocent life that was taken.” Munro did not have a defense attorney listed in court documents.
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MOUNT CLEMENS — St. Peter Catholic Church and St. Mary Catholic School are hosting their 3rd annual Christmas Extravaganza on Wednesday, Dec. 13, at 95 Market Street in Mount Clemens from 5 to 7:30 p.m. This free event will feature free cookies and hot chocolate, food trucks for meals, a bike raffle, heated tent, a live Nativity scene, live reindeer, an abundance of caroling and a visit from Santa Claus. For more information visit stpetermtclemens.com/christmas-extravaganza.
MACOMB COUNTY — As the holidays march on through December, Macomb County Meals on Wheels is seeking volunteers to deliver food throughout the county. “We currently have a waiting list for seniors who need meals, especially for those who live in the north end of the County,” said Director Sheila Cote in a press release. “We are asking for our community to help support our seniors by delivering meals.” Northern Macomb County communities in high need of volunteers include Richmond, Lenox, Memphis, Ray Township, Armada and New Haven. Volunteers are also needed in Clinton Township, Harrison Township, Warren and Sterling Heights. The Office of Senior Services runs 84 Meals on Wheels routes, each route requiring one volunteer a day. Hundreds of volunteers are needed to serve the about 1,700 seniors included in these routes. Individuals interested in helping can apply today through the Office of Senior Services at macom bgov.org/departments/senior-services/volunteer. Further information can be directed to volunteeer@ macombgov.org.
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Public Schools back in grade school and my grandma used to take me on the bus down to the art museum for classes. Other than that, I’ve really just taken workshops and nothing really formal over the years. I might see an artist that I like so I would go take a workshop with them.” Most of the paintings on display were made for “Peaceful Moments,” and those moved by Urbanek’s work will have the rare opportunity to bring it home with them. “Darleen’s work is going to be sold on a cash-and-carry basis, which is kind of unusual for an exhibit,” Gilchrist said. “If anybody were to come here and be really interested in one of the pieces she created, they could buy it and take it home that same day.” In case the whole exhibition sells out before its ends, Urbanek’s work can be found on sale in the Holiday Market. Both the market and “Peaceful Moments” end on Saturday, Dec. 23. The Anton Art Center is under seasonal hours for December. The center is open on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday from 10 a.m. to
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METRO DETROIT — From concerts to plays and more, stages across the region will be brimming with holiday cheer this year. Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts in Detroit’s holiday programming includes the soulful and jazzy Dave Koz and Friends 25th Anniversary Christmas Tour Dec. 7 and the witty, musical show “One Sleepy Night” — about a grandfather, his telescope and the meaning of Christmas — Dec. 15. Tickets: www.musichall.org or (313) 887-8500. “Our holiday lineup is a great illustration of Music Hall’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, which really dates back to our founding in 1928 as a variety house,” Music Hall Director of Development Julie Gervais said via email. “This holiday season has dance, a couple of different musical genres, and a brand-new Urban Theater production — a musical that we’re all excited to see for the first time!” The Macomb Center for the Performing Arts, located on the main campus of Macomb Community College in Clinton
Township, will feature the holiday shows Celtic Angels Christmas Dec. 8, the Detroit Concert Choir Dec. 9, the Macomb Symphony Orchestra Dec. 10 and PRISM Men’s Chorus Dec. 16. Tickets: www.macombcen ter.com or (586) 286-2222. Also in Macomb County, singer Karen Newman will be joined by Frankie Scinta for a concert of holiday classics Dec. 17 at the Andiamo Celebrity Showroom in Warren. Tickets: www.andiamoshowroom.com or (586) 268-3200. Broadway in Detroit will offer the family-oriented dance and music mashup of Tchaikovsky and rap during “The Hip Hop Nutcracker” Dec. 9 and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer The Musical” Dec. 15 and 16, both at the Fisher Theatre in Detroit, and the Gregory Porter 2023 holiday tour Dec. 22 at the Detroit Opera House. Tickets: (313) 887-1256 or www.broadway indetroit.com. After a four-year absence, the Rackham Choir — Detroit’s oldest choir — presents its signature jazz gospel and classical mix, “Too Hot to Handel,” Jan. 13 at the Detroit Opera House. This 20th anniversary production had been staged over the holidays in See SHOWS on page 9A
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TOP: “Too Hot to Handel” returns to the stage after a four-year absence for its 20th anniversary production Jan. 13 at the Detroit Opera Theatre. Photo provided by Rackham Choir
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the past but has been moved to Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend. Tickets: (313) 237-7464 or www.detroitopera.org. Meadow Brook Theatre, on the Oakland University campus in Rochester, will stage its 41st annual production of “A Christmas Carol” — based on the Charles Dickens novel — through Dec. 24, with longtime MBT favorite Thomas D. Mahard starring as Ebenezer Scrooge and Conrad Nichols, of Shelby Township, and Chase Thomas, of Oxford, alternating as Tiny Tim. Tickets: (248) 377-3300, www.ticketmaster.com or www.mbtheatre.com. “We have a lot of people who come back year after year,” MBT Managing Director Cheryl Marshall said in a press release. “It’s a little like a reunion both on stage and in the audience. Some families are on their third and fourth generations coming together to see the show as part of their holiday traditions.” “Home Alone in Concert” Dec. 13 was sold out at press time, but the Detroit Symphony Orchestra has plenty of other seasonal concerts for all ages at the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center in Detroit. The 11-member vocal ensemble Voctave will perform sans the orchestra during “It Feels Like Christmas” Dec. 8. A Tiny Tots concert by Fox & Branch will offer rootsy sing-alongs Dec. 9. The short film “The Snowman” will be accompanied by the DSO during a Young People’s Family Concert Dec. 9. The DSO plays its annual “Home for the Holidays” shows Dec. 1517. “The Music of the Nutcracker with the DSO” Dec. 20 and “‘Elf ’ in Concert” Dec. 22-23 round out the programming. Tickets: (313) 576-5111 or www.detroitsymphony. com. “Orchestra Hall is a magical place during the holiday season: from classical, pops, and family performances, to our beloved Home for the Holidays program,” DSO Creative Director of Popular and Special Programming Jessica Slais said by email. “We invite Detroit audiences to celebrate cherished holiday traditions and make new memories with the DSO.” 313 Presents brings a wide range of festive productions to various venues. Detroit’s Fox Theatre will host “A Magical Cirque Christmas” Dec. 8, “Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet” Dec. 10, Brett Eldridge’s Christmas concert Dec. 15, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis Dec. 17, “The Illusionists — Magic of the Holi-
days” Dec. 21-23 and Charlie Wilson Dec. 31. Little Caesars Arena will feature TransSiberian Orchestra Dec. 23 and WWE Holiday Tour Dec. 27. Tickets: (800) 745-3000 or www.313presents.com. Take in the vibrant wonder of the Magic of Lights tours through Dec. 30 at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston. Tickets: www.magicoflights.com. “313 Presents has curated an exceptional holiday show lineup this season and invites families to create one-of-a-kind treasured memories at the Fox Theatre, Little Caesars Arena and Pine Knob Music Theatre,” 313 Presents President Howard Handler said by email. “The Fox Theatre is beautifully decorated to welcome guests in for A Magical Cirque Christmas, Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet, Mannheim Steamroller, The Illusionists and Brett Eldredge’s ‘Glow Live’ holiday tour. TransSiberian Orchestra is set to spread rock vibes and WWE Live Holiday Tour brings its superstars to Little Caesars Arena. Finally, Magic of Lights, the dazzling drivethrough spectacular spanning 1.5 miles, has returned to Pine Knob Music Theatre through December 30.” Have a Santa-worthy belly laugh during the hilarious sketches that make up “Into the Santaverse,” the 13th annual original holiday revue at GoComedy! in Ferndale. The show runs Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 23 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7. Tickets or more info: (248) 327-0575 or www.gocomedy.net. For a big, bold dose of cheer, the Motor City Brass Band will perform “Sounds of the Season” at 3 p.m. Dec. 17 at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center in Dearborn. Tickets or more information: www.mcbb.org, www.dearborntheater.com or (313) 943-2354. “Motor City Brass Band looks forward to getting you in the holiday spirit with music for every age,” Music Director and Conductor Gordon Ward said by email. “In addition to your holiday favorites, we are also pleased to present ‘Christmas is Coming!’ — a new piece by composer Paul LovattCooper.” The Ringwald Theatre, inside Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center in Ferndale, will present Vince Kelley’s “Jingle Babs” through Dec. 18. The comedic show imagines Barbra Streisand doing a live TV show in conjunction with her 1967 Christmas album, except that a terrible snowstorm has prevented her special guests from getting to the studio, forcing the studio staff band to improvise. Tickets: www.thering wald.com.
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Visitors will find an assortment of other Hudson’s memorabilia as well, including a collection of annual holiday shopping bags — on loan from local historian Michael Hauser — dishes and serving pieces from the downtown Detroit Hudson’s restaurant, photos, clothing, an old brass nameplate from the downtown store and a pneumatic tube that Dimick said was used to send messages throughout the downtown store. The Hudson’s store on Woodward Avenue in Detroit was 25 stories tall and was the world’s tallest department store until 1961. The downtown store closed in 1983. “One of the nice things about this exhibition is people reading all of the historic panels,” Dimick said. “It’s getting to the point where the people who remember Hudson’s are getting older.” Hauser said the holiday shopping bags reflected that year’s holiday décor theme. He said Hudson’s would also have special wrapping paper created each year embracing the theme. “The shopping bags are fun because that’s an art form that’s completely gone away,” Hauser said of the sturdy, decorative paper bags with handles. Hauser worked for Hudson’s at Southland Mall in Taylor for roughly a decade. He penned several books for Arcadia Publishing with co-author Marianne Weldon that explore the history and impact of Hudson’s and other department stores: “Hudson’s: The Grand Dame of Detroit Retailing,” “Hudson’s: Detroit’s Legendary Department Store” and “20th-Century Retailing in Downtown Detroit.” All the books are available at The Detroit Shoppe at Somerset Collection in Troy; Hauser said proceeds from the book sales benefit the Detroit Historical Museum. Hudson’s was known for its customer service. Hauser, who specialized in men’s shirts and ties, said employees kept books listing their best customers and would call them and put merchandise on hold for them when new items arrived. In addition, long before online shopping, customers could order items from their local store, which Hauser said had its own fleet of delivery trucks. “You could order almost anything and have it delivered (to your home) almost immediately,” Hauser said. “They were the Amazon of their day.” Today, Hudson’s lives on through the Hudson-Webber Foundation, which has given more than $200 million in grants to Detroit nonprofits since its inception in 1939.
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Merchandise and memorabilia from Hudson’s make for a trip down memory lane for Detroit Historical Museum visitors in December. “They were incredible community leaders, and they left us with so many events that are still with us today,” Hauser said of the Hudson and Webber families. Hauser said iconic events launched by Hudson’s include the Freedom Festival Fireworks (now the Ford Fireworks), America’s Thanksgiving Parade and the Fash Bash, among others. Rebecca Salminen Witt, the chief strategy and marketing officer for the Detroit Historical Society, which operates the Detroit Historical Museum, said this is the third and final year the museum will be offering a Hudson’s holiday exhibition. “This is such a crowd pleaser that we wanted to do it one more year,” Salminen Witt said. This year’s exhibition is in the Gallery of Invention. In early 2024, Salminen Witt said, this space will become a new gallery, City of Champions, which will spotlight Detroit sports stories, starting with the Detroit Pistons in honor of the 35th anniversary of the franchise’s 1989 and 1990 championship seasons and the 20th anniversary of the 2004 championship. “Our sports exhibitions do so well here,” Salminen Witt said. “This will allow us to do more (of them) and do more consistently.” On Sundays in December, Detroit Historical Museum admission is free. Admission to the DHM’s sister site, the Dossin Great Lakes Museum on Belle Isle, is also free on Sundays in December. The Detroit Historical Museum is located at 5401 Woodward Ave. For more information, visit detroithistorical.org or call (313) 833-1805. Call Staff Writer K. Michelle Moran at (586) 498-1047.
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New master plan aims for a resilient Harrison Township BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com
HARRISON TOWNSHIP — It’s been over a decade since Harrison Township took a long look at its future development. This time, new priorities will be considered. Harrison Township is developing a new master plan to replace its current one from 2010, aiming to have a vision for the township’s development into the 2040s. “It’s time to be refreshed, be updated,” Harrison Township Supervisor Ken Verkest said of the master plan. “It’s something that we should be doing on a recurring basis.” Much like prior plans, the new master plan will focus on zoning matters such as land use, housing and transportation. But the new plan will incorporate ideas on how to anticipate a changing coastal environment. Funding for the new plan comes from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy in the form of a coastal management grant. The grant will cover 50% of the expected $60,000 to be spent on the master plan development process so long as the final document includes ideas on how to make the township resilient to a changing en-
vironment. “They’ve provided a lot of documentation to help us review and look at flood range and green infrastructure and shoreline erosion and other hazards to the ecosystem and anything that would affect public health, safety and welfare,” Harrison Township Planning Commissioner Carol Murray said. “We’re in the stage of reviewing that information and collecting data that will help us make changes to our master plan to better serve Harrison Township’s waterways and coastlines.” What environmental resilience will look like in Harrison Township is still yet to be seen. The new master plan is still early in development and the analysis of information is key at this current stage. Public input is a key part of the master plan process. The first public forum on the plan was held on the evening of Nov. 28 and a survey for residents is being conducted until Dec. 31. The survey can be found at surveymonkey.com/r/HarrisonTownshipSurvey or at the Harrison Township Hall at 38151 Lanse Creuse St. A second public meeting is planned for spring 2024. Murray says the Harrison Township Planning Commission aims for a draft to be
Adam Young of consulting firm Wade Trim discusses the Resilient Harrison 2040 Master Plan with residents at the St. Hubert Catholic Church Activity Center on Nov. 28. Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
completed and sent to the Township board by summer 2024. “We know where we’ve been. We hope
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to discover where we want to go and figure out how to get there,” Murray said. “That’s the goal of the master plan.”
Farmers Market, on Gratiot Avenue in Clinton Township, received a fresh look when it was completely remodeled two years ago. But new and returning customers can always expect to find nothing less than the same great value and fresh selections at this “international marketplace” that has been serving the community since 1982. “It’s been family-operated for a long time,” said Tony Youhan, the market’s manager. “We refurbished the entire place two years ago. Everything is new and easier for customers to navigate. It offers a new look with the same great low prices, and the same great value.” The meat counter at the Farmers Market has been deemed the area’s best many times over the years, offering a wide variety of meat, poultry, and deli selections. Unlike most modern chain grocery stores, the butchers at Farmers Market specialize in hand cutting, trimming, and wrapping your selections. Special orders and specialty cuts are available. Farmers Market also offers fresh-baked
breads, cookies and sweets, delicatessen favorites, party trays, and easy-to-heat prepared grab-and-go meals. “We carry things some other places don’t carry,” Tony said. “It’s more unique, with lower prices than the big-box stores and better quality and service, especially for meat and deli.” The locally sourced fresh vegetables, brand-name dairy products, large assortment of frozen foods, organic items, and international items line the market’s shelves. Farmers Market also offers a wide selection of cheeses, specialty foods, and wines. “People are surprised at the variety and quality of items we offer, always coming back for the products and great service.” Tony said. Guests can shop for all of it in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, away from the supermarket lines and higher prices. They can also pick up their lottery tickets and pay bills at the payment center located in the front office. Farmers Market, “an international marketplace,” is located at 37685 S. Gratiot Ave., in Clinton Township. To reach the store, call (586) 469-2525. For more about the market, including their loyalty program and digital coupons, go to farmersmarketinc.com. 0041-2349
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comb Place, but it was only for pedestrians before and now they allow cars. I’m not here to tell you that we’re closing these streets. We’re making it possible to close for special events. We’re making it safe for people to walk around there.” Macomb Place will become a curbless street with a new multimaterial paved surface cutting diagonal stripes across the length of the road from Walnut Street to Pine Street. The level surface will make it easier for pedestrians to walk around, while heavy objects like planters, decorative boulders and hydraulic bollards will create barriers between the walking path and the space
cars will pass through. Street parking will be maintained, though commissioners raised concerns over businesses maintaining outdoor seating and streetside loading zones. The fountain stage is also set to be redesigned as part of phase one. AEW planners came to the meeting with plans for an uncovered stage, though commissioners stated one with a roof (or the ability to have a roof ) would be best for all-season use. “I know that Santa is going to show up to get the key from the city with a roof or not,” said City Commissioner Erik Rick. “I think a roof might be worth it.” Roofless or roofed, changes will be made to the stage. It will remain a circle but will be relocated to the western side of Macomb Place about 15 feet away from its current location. Patterned pavement will
adorn Cherry Street where it meets Macomb Place, transitioning to a zig-zag pattern once further away from Macomb Place. New entrances will be made at either end, and lighting upgrades will be included as part of the first phase. Topping phase one off is the repaved New Street parking, which will have 67 spots including two electric vehicle charging spaces and three spaces accessible to those with mobility limitations. Parking meters will be removed in favor of parking kiosks. The lot is designed to make garbage collection easier by placing dumpsters along Pine Street. There are 11 fewer parking spaces in the proposed plan than the current 78-space lot. Phase two consists of redesigning Cherry Street between Market Street and New
Street. The 30-foot right of way will be reprofiled to emphasize pedestrian use, bringing the southern sidewalk up to 9 feet and reducing the roadway to 16 feet. Traffic will flow one-way eastbound from New Street. The project is estimated to cost $5.65 million, with funding coming from local, state and federal sources, including $3.5 million committed to the project from John James’ congressional office. Construction for phase one is set to begin in June or July 2024 alongside underground utility work. Access to the area will be restricted during construction, and a meeting on Dec. 6 at 48 Cherry Street is set for planners to discuss the project with business owners. Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.
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ABOVE: This is a rendering showcasing the redesigned Cherry Street Mall as part of the Mount Clemens Downtown Revitalization Project, as viewed from the northeast side of Macomb Place. The fountain stage has been moved across the street while patterned pavement and festoon lighting have been added. BELOW: This is a rendering of the redesigned Macomb Place as part of the Mount Clemens Downtown Revitalization Project. The road is level for a better pedestrian experience with movable planters and boulders separating the pedestrian-only areas from space in which vehicles will traverse. Hydraulic bollards will be placed at either end of the street to block vehicle access as desired. Images provided by Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick
You can’t buy a mature tree. You have to plant the seed, train its roots, cultivate the land and nurture the tree as it grows stronger and flourishes. Leaf and Bud founder and CEO Mark Savaya, Detroit’s “Henry Ford of Cannabis,” applied that same philosophy to his business, which is transforming the cannabis industry in metro Detroit and communities across Michigan by rehabilitating long shuttered (and in some cases historical) properties, employing hundreds of workers and providing the very finest products at the best prices for consumers. “At Leaf and Bud, we cultivate in-house, from seed to sell. We do cultivation, processing and retail under one roof,” Savaya said. Leaf and Bud is open for business at two locations in Detroit: at its headquarters on Livernois, south of Fenkell Avenue, and on Gratiot Avenue. They’re also up and running on Sherwood Avenue in Center Line, and on Dequindre Road in Hazel Park. Other locations include Lenox Township, Battle Creek, New Buffalo (on the west side of the state) and downtown Ann Arbor (open soon). Leaf and Bud’s products include the finest flower, gummies, oil, cartridges and accessories. “There was a lot of R&D that went into the ‘Mark Savaya Collection,’ a lot of trial and error, lost strains and endless hours. It was finally accomplished with the triumph of the hybrid born from Lemon Cherry Gelato and Sherbert Gelato strain,” Savaya said. “This high potency euphoric strain has become immensely popular in my collection, and no one has the cut.”
Leaf and Bud is dedicated to giving back to the community by transforming properties in the neighborhoods it calls home. That includes a former Coca-Cola facility and the former Farmer Jack distribution center in Detroit, and the Sanders chocolate factory in Highland Park. Savaya is also committed to giving those convicted of nonviolent drug offenses a second chance through employment. “They’re the best workers. They love what they do,” Savaya said. “It’s a win-win situation. They get a second chance in life, and we give hope to the right people.” Savaya said the success enjoyed by Leaf and Bud has allowed him to give back to hospitals, churches and shelters in the community. “I started this business with nothing at all except my own knowledge! I ended up growing myself and growing a wonderful team with over 350 employees,” Savaya said. “I work hard for everything, and I just want to help others to be just as successful! I’m always here to help anyone in any way I can.” Controlling its product from seed to sale and supplying its own retail inventory allows Leaf and Bud to offer customers the very best wholesale prices. “We cultivate everything in-house, so we sell it to the consumers for the wholesale price,” Savaya said. “That’s only at Leaf and Bud. We have over 8,000 lights growing, indoor cultivation.” Find Leaf and Bud on weedmaps.com or go to leafandbud.com for more about locations and products. 0404-2349
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In a nutshell, the new chairlift provides a warmer, more comfortable lift to the top of the hill. Across Michigan, snow sports enthusiasts will find a range of upgrades, including new chairlifts, additional lighting, improved snow-making and grooming, quicker access to the slopes and new dining and other amenities. “There is a lot of good news for snow lovers right now as demand for skiing continues to grow following the pandemic in 2020. What we are seeing is more investing in infrastructure, including snowmaking and chairlifts,” says Steve Kershner, chairman of the Michigan Snowsports Industries Association and director of snow sports for Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire. “Ultimately all of us who love to ski in Michigan are the benefactors of these investments.” The Camelot 6 at The Highlands, formerly Boyne Highlands, is expected to begin operating early this month. December The bubble lift features heated, extra wide, ergonomically designed seats with footrests. A tinted, weatherproof bubble keeps riders warm and protected while being whisked up the slopes at a fast speed. It also boasts advanced safety features. That addition is one of many improvements at the Boyne Resorts property, which celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The resort also has expanded night skiing and added new dining options, including a Waffle Cabin on the slopes, a pop-up chophouse restaurant at the Country Club of Boyne and a Mexican twist at the Zoo Bar. More outdoor bars are being added — to improve apres-ski options — along the base area. At nearby Boyne Mountain, two new lifts are opening up this season, replacing old ones. One is a four-person Doppelmayr fixedgrip chairlift that will haul skiers uphill in less than four minutes, half the time of the former ride.. The other is a three-person Doppelmayr fixed grip chairlift that will provide skiers and riders with a quicker trip upward as well as improved loading and unloading. You might remember that Boyne Mountain is home to SkyBridge Michigan, a 1,200-foot-long pedestrian bridge that opened in the fall of 2022. For the holidays, the 118-foot-high bridge will be outfitted with a holiday light installation by Zoro’s Lights of Livonia. The display features more than 150,000 twinkling lights and will be illuminated through March 31. At Crystal Mountain, look for quicker access to the slopes, lessons to take home with you, and the ability to pay for lessons online in advance, saving time at check-in at the Mountain Adventure Zone.
Like other ski areas, the Thompsonville resort is working to improve the learning experience for children and is introducing Flaik. Flaik uses a GPS tag that students wear during their lessons allowing instructors to track their progress. It also allows instructors and parents to locate kids on the slopes. Student progress reports and satisfaction surveys will be included in the ‘Re-live Your Lesson’ follow-up messaging. “We’re excited about implementing Flaik for Crystal’s Snowsports school because it allows kids and their parents to ‘re-live the lesson’ even after the session is over,” said Chris Fisher, director of Snowsports. “Plus, it allows our instructors to know where the student left off and where to pick up in teaching when the student returns for another lesson.” Nub’s Nob, outside Harbor Springs, is rolling out a new learn-to-ski program for the season called “2024: A Ski Odyssey.” The program is aimed at prospective skiers ages 9 and above. The program includes two group lessons, equipment rental and lift tickets for just $50 a lesson. At the end of the second lesson, skiers can purchase a Bargain Pass for the remainder of the season for $100 and receive a $100 discount off a ski package. “All of us at Nub’s are stoked to see how this goes as it’s a real chance for us to bring new skiers into the sport,” said Ben Doornbos, general manager. Among the many improvements at Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire is the expansion of operating hours for its open-air shuttle, the Skibra. Painted like a zebra, the Skibra makes it easier for skiers and riders to get around the 5,500-acre resort, which is home to four distinct villages. Like other resorts, Shanty Creek is moving toward all cashless transactions. This season guests will simply swipe or tap their cards or smart devices for resort-related transactions. Guests without non-cash forms of payment will find kiosks throughout the resort to convert to prepaid cards. The Treetops Resort in Gaylord is unveiling a state-of-the-art ski instruction program called Terrain Based Learning. That program is a process for teaching beginner skiers and snowboarders that uses purposebuilt snow features, helping novices learn the movements, sensations and body positioning needed for the sport. Treetops is the only ski area in Michigan offering the program. “We are so excited to offer this new way of learning to our guests. Our instructors are exclusively trained by the Snow Operating team who has trademarked the program. We can’t wait to see the smiles on the snow as kids and adults alike take their turn in the Terrain Based Learning adventure, allowing them to enjoy the sport sooner with no fear,” said Barry Owens, general manager. Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer.
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The JATC for the Pipefitting Industry and Pipefitters, Steamfitters, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Service Local Union #636 of the United Association will be accepting applications for our Construction Apprenticeship beginning Monday, November 20,2023, through December 20, 2023. Then again starting Tuesday, January 2, 2024 through January 25, 2024. Application days and times will be as followed: Monday, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturdays: December 9th & 16th, also January 6, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Qualifications necessary for an applicant to be considered are: 1. Must be 18 years of age or older. 2. Complete the application and return to the Pipefitting Industry Training Center with: a. A valid driver’s license. b. High School diploma or high school equivalency (GED) certificate. c. There is a $45.00 testing fee that will be collected when turning in the application. This is a drug free Program. An individual tentatively selected for entrance into the Program after testing and interview will be required to submit to a drug test, which will include testing for marijuana. The Pipefitting Industry Training Center is located at 636 Executive Drive in Troy, MI between John R and Dequindre, north of E. 14 Mile Road. PH: 248-585-0636 No resumes please. For more information, please visit our website at : www.pipefitters636tc.org
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DEC. 9
Christmas with the DCC: Performance by Detroit Concert Choir, 7:30 p.m., Macomb Center for the Perfoming Arts on Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, www. macombcenter.com A Ukulele Christmas Concert: Featuring Lakeshore Ukulele Strummers, 1 p.m., Harrison Township Public Library, 38255 L’Anse Creuse, Suite A, (586) 329-1261 Great Lakes Comic Expo: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (early bird 10 a.m.), Trinity Lutheran Church/School, 38900 Harper Ave. in Clinton Township, greatlakescomicexpo.com
DEC. 10
‘Then Sings My Soul’: Holiday concert featuring Alexander Abaté, 6 p.m., The Emerald Theatre, 31 N. Walnut St. in Mount Clemens, TheEmeraldTheatre.com
DEC. 11-12
Free boating safety classes: 5-9 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, 43565 Elizabeth Road in Mount Clemens, facebook.com/macombcountysheriffsoffice
DEC. 14-17
‘The Little Town of Christmas’: Twelve sketches performed by Clintondale Community Theatre, 7-9 p.m. Dec. 14-16 and 1-3 p.m. Dec. 17, Clintondale High School, 35100 Little Mack Ave. in Clinton Township, (586) 303-2602
DEC. 16
PRISM Men’s Chorus holiday concert: 8 p.m., Macomb Center for the Perfoming Arts on Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, www. macombcenter.com ‘Darleen Urbanek: Peaceful Moments’: Exhibit featuring portraits of animals, people and landscape, daily (except Mondays) until Dec. 23, Anton Art Center, 125 Macomb Place in Mount Clemens, theartcenter.org Widowed Friends breakfasts: 10:30 a.m. every second Monday of month, Big Boy, 16880 Hall Road in Clinton Township, RSVP to Gerry at (586) 556-9471
DEC. 21
ONGOING
Knitting and crochet circle: 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, Harrison Township Public Library, 38255 L’Anse Creuse, Suite A, projects donated to charitable organizations, group in need of yarn, fleece craft store gift cards, (586) 329-1261
Holiday market: Shop for gifts and décor by more than 100 Michigan fine artists and crafters, daily (except Mondays) until Dec. 23, Anton Art Center, 125 Macomb Place in Mount Clemens, theartcenter.org
OF THE WEEK
Community Christmas Extravaganza: Santa arriving on fire truck, live reindeer and nativity with camels, bike raffle, Christmas music and caroling, cookies and hot cocoa, and food trucks, 5-7:30 p.m., St. Peter Catholic Church, 95 Market St. in Mount Clemens, stpetermtclemens.com/christmas-extravaganza
• 10 a.m. every third Friday of month, The Pantry, 44945 Morley Drive in Clinton Township, RSVP to Loree at (810) 335-2096. Men overcoming loss of partner/spouse: Meetings 6-7:30 p.m. every third Tuesday of month, virtual and in person, Hospice of Michigan, 39531 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, wlawton@hom.org, (586) 263-8514
Widowed Friends lunch: 1:30 p.m., Bentley’s Roadhouse, 28410 S. River Road in Harrison Township, RSVP to Sue at (586) 549-1041 by Dec. 15
DEC. 13
Grief Support Group: Meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays until Jan. 9, Social Hall at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 21400 S. Nunneley in Clinton Township, GriefShare.org
DEC. 15
The Songs of Christmas: Presented by Motor City Chorale, 7:30 p.m., Cross Lutheran Church, 35831 Utica Road in Clinton Township, motorcitychorale.com/home
K E E W E H T F O RIME C • K E E W E H • CRIME OF T NEWSWORTHY INCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE, AS COMPILED BY C & G REPORTERS
Police arrest suspect who allegedly stole nitrous oxide
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 5:25 p.m. on Nov. 5, a report was made about a retail theft that occurred on the same day in the 28000 block of Harper Avenue. Upon arrival, an officer spoke with the caller, an employee, who stated he had multiple pictures of the suspect vehicle and its license plate. The suspect had come into the store twice that day. The first time, he purchased a canister used to generate whipped cream with nitrous oxide gas, worth around $100. The second time he came in, he stole another canister and walked out without paying. The employee said this suspect has stolen from them in the past. The officer spoke to the owner over the phone who stated he wanted to prosecute the suspect since he didn’t listen to his previous warnings. The officer told the owner to save the photos and security footage for detectives. Another officer spoke briefly with the suspect over the phone. A sergeant was able to locate the suspect at an apartment complex. He was parked behind the buildings. The two officers could see the suspect, a 45-year-old man, sitting in the driver’s side, apparently inhaling nitrous oxide. The vehicle was locked, and he was told multiple times to unlock it. The suspect continued inhaling and refused to open the door. Eventually the suspect opened the door but refused to get out of the vehicle. An officer took the canister out of the suspect’s hands. The suspect grabbed onto the steering wheel at the same time and refused to exit the vehicle as another officer tried to pull the suspect out of the driver’s side. A struggle ensued before the officers and sergeant were able to get the suspect out of the car, into handcuffs and into the rear seat of a police car without further incident. The suspect’s vehicle was impounded. The vehicle next to the suspect’s vehicle was scratched and the owner was notified and gave officers their information for insurance purposes. On the way to the police station, the suspect was informed multiple times he was no longer welcome at the business and that he would be charged for trespassing if he showed up. The suspect reportedly said he understood.
Men steal lottery tickets
ST. CLAIR SHORES — On Nov. 7, a report was made about a case of retail theft that occurred the previous day, Nov. 6, in the 20000 block of 11 Mile Road. Upon arrival at the business, an officer spoke to the manager, a 30-year-old woman, who stated that around midnight, two men entered the store and asked the employee, a 21-year-old woman, for assistance
near the back of the store. At that time, another man allegedly went behind the counter and stole lottery tickets in the amount of approximately $460. The manager gave the officer a spreadsheet listing the stolen tickets.
Phone stolen from locker room
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 2:35 p.m. on Nov. 2, a report was made about a larceny that occurred between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. the same day in the 20000 block of Eight Mile Road. The victim, a 70-year-old man, came into the police station and said that his iPhone was stolen from a gym locker room. The man said he arrived at the gym in the morning and changed in the locker room. He accidentally left his iPhone on the bench and proceeded with his workout. A short time later, he realized his iPhone was missing and checked the locker room. The man said he told a worker at the gym who performed a phone locator search. The search marked the phone in the city of Detroit. The same search was run at the police station, and it showed it to be east of Van Dyke and south of Outer Drive. The phone was called multiple times, but it went to voicemail.
Eastpointe police search for missing memorial bench
EASTPOINTE — Eastpointe police have issued an alert for a memorial bench that was stolen. The wooden bench has black bars on the side and is engraved with the line, “DONATED IN HONOR OF DR. BETSY COVILLE & HER BELOVED DOG CAMO.” The incident occurred on Nov. 7, around midnight. A light-colored Mercury Grand Marquis was traveling west on Collinson Avenue toward Kelly Road and stopped briefly next to the south side of the property at 21300 Kelly Road. The vehicle then turned to face east, toward Beaconsfield Avenue. The suspect then exited the vehicle, walked over to the bench, picked it up and placed it in the trunk before driving away eastbound on Collinson Avenue.
Vehicles do burnouts in parking lot
STERLING HEIGHTS — Police got a tip the night of Nov. 4 that a bunch of cars were allegedly doing burnouts in a parking lot in the 2000 block of Metropolitan Parkway, east of Dequindre Road. When police arrived, witnesses at the lot reportedly said the vehicles had already taken off.
Students cited for fighting on bus
STERLING HEIGHTS — Police investigated a reported assault and battery incident Nov. 3 at Davis Junior High School, 11311 Plumbrook Road. Police
said they heard from school staff that two students had fought over a bus seat while on a bus for around five to eight minutes. The two students were reportedly suspended, and police said they issued two citations for fighting in school.
Avenue. Another officer caught up with the suspect, who police said was, by this time, back on Beaufait. The suspect complained of medical problems and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Police said the suspect is facing retail fraud charges.
Cards taken
GROSSE POINTE CITY — Officers in Grosse Pointe City were called to the 1200 block of Whittier Road at around 2:30 a.m. Nov. 7 to assist officers in Grosse Pointe Park as they searched for and subsequently arrested larceny from auto suspects in the area, a police report states.
GROSSE POINTE WOODS — An unknown suspect is said to have stolen a credit card and a Sam’s Club membership card from the phone case of a customer after the customer dropped her phone while shopping at the Kroger store at 20422 Mack Ave. at around 10:40 a.m. Nov. 6. The customer said she checked with employees at the customer service desk to see if anyone had turned in a phone, but at the time, no one had. Later on, the customer told police she received a call from a Kroger employee telling her that her phone had been returned by an unknown man to a worker collecting carts in the parking lot. The customer said that when she got her phone back, the cards were missing, and someone had made unauthorized purchases at Sam’s Club using her membership card and debit card. The customer contacted her bank to have the credit card canceled.
Prowlers arrested
GROSSE POINTE PARK — A 19-year-old Detroit man and an 18-year-old Detroit man were arrested after police said they had been caught on home surveillance cameras rummaging through vehicles in the 1100 block of Bishop Road at around 2:30 a.m. Nov. 11. Police said the suspects fled on foot as officers approached, but they were both caught and taken into custody. According to a report, one of the suspects was found to be in possession of items that had been stolen from a vehicle in the area and was charged with larceny and resisting and obstructing police. The second suspect was given a citation for prowling. Officers from Grosse Pointe City were also called and assisted in finding and arresting the suspects.
Grocery theft suspect arrested
GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A 34-year-old Detroit man was arrested after he allegedly stole $369.96 worth of groceries from the Kroger store at 20422 Mack Ave. at around 9:21 p.m. Nov. 9. With a description of the suspect given to them by store employees, police located the suspect riding a bike going west on Beaufait Drive. An officer pulled into a driveway to block the suspect, but police said the suspect refused to stop as ordered by police, instead running north on Helen
Police assist neighboring department
Man allegedly breaks into home, punches woman
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 4:38 a.m. Oct. 29, Shelby Township police officers were dispatched to a residence in the area of Dequindre and Hamlin roads for an assault and battery complaint. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the caller, who reportedly stated that a male acquaintance had forced his way into her residence and punched her in the face. The suspect apparently was upset that the woman was there with another male acquaintance, according to the police report. The suspect had left prior to police arrival. Police went to the suspect’s home and questioned him. He was intoxicated and placed under arrest for domestic violence and home invasion, police said.
Violence occurs over Coca-Cola
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Officers were dispatched to a residence in the area of 21 Mile and Schoenherr roads for a domestic violence complaint at 6:12 p.m. Nov. 11. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the caller, who stated that her daughter had become upset after there was no more Coca-Cola in the home. The daughter then grabbed the mother and tried pushing her down, according to the police report. She then began to pick up items around the home and began to throw them at her mother, police said. The daughter was arrested for domestic violence and transported to the Police Department.
Jewelry stolen from hotel room
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 8:29 a.m. Nov. 8, officers were dispatched to the Hampton Inn, 51620 Shelby Parkway, on a larceny report. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the caller, who stated that she had spent the night at the hotel, as she was in town for work. When she went to check out, she noticed some of her jewelry was missing from her room. The jewelry was valued at $550. The Shelby Township Police Department’s detective bureau was investigating.
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