Birmingham, MI August 2023

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The Kids and Pets Issue

I hope this letter finds you in good health and in high spirits!

This issue is always one of my favorites. I suppose because of the immense joy that children bring to their families and the significant impact they make on their communities.

Children are not merely the hope for a brighter tomorrow; they are the foundation upon which our society stands. Their innocence, curiosity, and boundless potential have the power to shape the world in ways we can only imagine. Kids represent our hardest work and greatest investment and we are happy to highlight the best for Birmingham's kids in this issue.

Secondarily, who could forget pets? The special companionship they offer us can be a transformative experience for children and adults alike. Pets provide us with unconditional love, and the opportunity to learn, grow and develop essential life skills. And who could ignore the bond between kids and their furry friends? The bond is often deep and meaningful, fostering qualities like empathy, responsibility, and companionship.

What children and pets share in common is that they need us. Our care, attention and intention shape how they are raised and who they become. We hope this issue inspires you to pour a little extra into the children and pets in your life this month.

Cheers!

ALI KRAMER, PUBLISHER

@BIRMINGHAMCITYLIFESTYLE

August 2023

PUBLISHER

Ali Kramer | ali.kramer@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Lynne Konstantin | lynne.konstantin@citylifestyle.com

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Rayna Southart | rayna.southart@citylifestyle.com

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Lisa Gindi | lisa.gindi@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Angela Broockerd

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Janie Jones

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry

VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES Tiffany Slowinski

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson

DIRECTOR OF FIRST IMPRESSIONS Jennifer Robinson

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Josh Klein

CONTROLLER Gary Johnson

AD DESIGNER Evan Deuvall

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kelsey Ragain

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Year after year, Meredith Colburn Real Estate is recognized as the #1 Top Producing Team at The Agency Hall & Hunter. Ranked in the top 1% of Realtors® nationwide, we continuously provide our clientele with extensive local expertise, personalized concierge service, cutting-edge technology and access to a vast global network.

Nanci J. Rands Associate Broker

Jessica Weisman Realtor®

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Caroline Johnson Realtor®

Lauren Colburn Marketing Director/Realtor®

Brooke Goodstein Director of Operations/Realtor®

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city scene

Where neighbors can see and be seen.

1: At the Kirsch Daskas Law Group Ribbon Cutting for its new location in Bloomfield Township, May 24.: Jenifer Schrader and Lisa Kirsch Satawa. 2: Lisa Kirsch Satawa and Alex Gaggos. 3: Eunice Beya, April Luer, Carol Kellman, Alex Gaggos, Linda Bishop, Hannah Roberts.

Eunice Beya, April Luer, Carol Kellman, Alex Gaggos, Linda Bishop, Hannah Roberts. 5: Steve Reina and Terry Johnson. 6: Savannah Carmona, Terry Johnson, Carol Kellman, Hannah Roberts, Eunice Beya, April Luer, Rachel Williams, Lisa Kirsch Satawa, Tami Robertson, Jenifer Schrader, Alex Gaggos, Amy Gallup, Linda Bishop, Steve Reina, Isabelle Zablock, Sandy Khalil.

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7: At the Detroit Children’s Fund 5th Annual Dinner, Chroma in Detroit, May 20. Photos by Derek Cookson Photography. 1 Lyrical Heat featuring Karla Pace. 8: Ben Sharkey and his band. 9: Entertainment provided by Matt Rappaport’s Detroit Event Co. in Berkley. 10-13: The 58th Annual Village Fair took place June 1-4 at Shain Park in Birmingham. The fair was filled with thrilling rides, delicious food, interactive games and face-painting. Photos by Rachel Devries, Kelly Bennett, Lily Renke and Dave Scott (4 Scotts Photo)

A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Meredith Colburn celebrates 30 years in real estate.

Since beginning her career in 1993, Meredith Colburn has successfully established herself as a go-to expert in the local market and industry. Meredith Colburn Real Estate is consistently recognized as the Top Producing Team at The Agency in Birmingham, and Colburn was recently honored with The Agency Chairman Award for 2022. In celebration of her 30th anniversary, Colburn and the team proudly launched a rebrand in July demonstrating they are still as fresh as ever.

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BACKYARD FUN

ARTICLE BY ANGELA BROOCKERD

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES

Create a kid-friendly backyard space.

This adorable outdoor play space is not only easy and inexpensive to build, but it is full of charm and the perfect spot for the kids to play and lounge. The A-frame structure is easily customizable to any style and color scheme desired — leave the wood bare, or embellish with paint or stain. An outdoor clubhouse provides a space that allows kids to make it their own and to let their imaginations run wild while spending time outdoors.

For this project, we visited our local hardware store to get all the necessary supplies we needed. The deck is an 8 x 10 decking so there is no need to cut down the length of any boards and pressure treated wood was used. First, dig holes 18 inches down to place the footers, which is a 4 x 4 x 8 treated post, and cut those into two foot lengths. Next, pour quick-set concrete in the holes. Add water, and set the posts in and let it dry. We used lag screws to

attach the base 2 x  10’s to the corner posts, and then 2 x 6’s  for the joists with metal hangers. Now time to put on the decking boards with  exterior screws. Don’t forget to constantly check with a level.  Once the decking is  finished, now it’s time for the fun!

For the A frame, you will need a 60-degree angle at the top of the A, and a 30-degree angle at the bottom. You can run a 4 x 4 along the decking to attach the A frame to, which adds a bit of

height so adults can stand in it as well. Use heavy-duty exterior screws to attach the A frame 2 x 4’s to the structure. The top of the A comes together and is held by exterior screws. For the roofing, we used 8-foot corrugated clear panels and screwed those into the A frame for a weather-protecting cover. We left  three feet uncovered so a chair and some pots with herbs and flowers could be added to the entrance.

Decorate with outdoor pillows, a children’s table, outdoor rug and hanging flower pots to make it feel like a special place for kids to go. If entertaining friends, charcuterie boards (make a simple one yourself or order from Thyme & Honey in Metro Detroit) are always a hit. Add fruit, pastries and colorful macarons (we love Cannelle in Birmingham and Chez Pierre et Genevieve in Bloomfield Hills) to sweeten the fun.

An outdoor clubhouse provides a space that allows kids to make it their own and to let their imaginations run wild while spending time outdoors.

The AAO recommends that kids see an orthodontist by the age of 7 to get a head start on a lifetime of confident, healthy smiles. This spring, your whole family can take steps towards a smile they’ll love to share with:

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We regularly resolve cases within the following fields:

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HONOR ROLL

In recognition of local star students — who have gone above-and-beyond in academics, athletics, community service and more.

OLIVIA ROSEWARNE

Olivia Rosewarne is polite, kind and helpful to all. In addition to being committed to academic excellence, she plays violin in the school orchestra; she was chosen to be the speaker at the Fifth Grade End-ofYear Ceremony; she’s a member of the school safety patrol, participated in the Science Olympiad; participated in the Greenfield Leadership Group; and was a participant for the Greenfield National School of Character Application.

OZZY BORMAN

Ozzy Borman is a bright, motivated student. This year, he launched an initiative called SportsCycle, where he collected used sporting equipment and made it available to students at no cost with on-going pop up shops. He excels academically; plays baseball; does Judo; plays viola in the symphony orchestra; and is a member of the Seaholm Spanish Honor Society.

FATIMAH ALZOBEIDI

Fatimah Alzobeidi is recognized by teachers and peers as a kind and thoughtful student. Although she has only attended Pierce for a short time, she has made friends and led them to make a difference. Last winter, she spearheaded the development of a Recycled Art Show and worked with the school principal, secretary and friends to see it to fruition. There were more than 30 entries in the recycled art contest and two winners received a curbside recycle bin donated by SOCRRA.

5th grade, Greenfield Elementary  Rising sophomore, Seaholm High School

5th Grade, Pierce Elementary

ZOE HENDERSON CIERA GREEN

Groves High School graduate

Ciera Green’s personal statement: “I aspire to be a physician because I have always been passionate about helping my community in any way possible. Experiences in my life, specifically within my family, inspire me to learn more about disparities in health and healthcare. I want to understand the social determinants of health, so that I can ultimately be part of the solution: providing high-quality medical care that is accessible, regardless of a person’s identity or background.” She graduated with high honors; is a member of the National Honor Society; AP Scholar; African American Recognition Program Scholar; Ron Brown Scholarship recipient; competitive dancer; leadership roles within community service. Next stop: Harvard.

8th Grade, Birmingham Covington School

Zoe Henderson is known to be polite and respectful. She maintains a 4.0 GPA and exemplifies leadership; loves helping others, plus reading, baking and painting. She is on the BCS Girls Swim Team, Girls Basketball Team plus Franklin Softball League and Michigan Women’ Golf Association Girls Golf program; president of the National Junior Honor Society; young investor in Money Matters 4 Youth; second-place award in 2019 Science Olympiad competition; and recipient of the 2023 Robert Amberg Award, presented to an outstanding 8th-grade student who is committed to giving service to the entire community. And she’s a Girl Scout.

“I aspire to be a physician because I have always been passionate about helping my community in any way possible.

— Ciera Green

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owner & founder

Chelsea is a Bay City Native, and moved to Metro Detroit in 2013. In July of 2021, she took the leap to open Detroit Sweat. As a former collegiate athlete and business major, this is exactly where she belongs.

She is known for her energetic and motivating coaching style, along with keeping you on your toes at all times.

Chelsea resides in Birmingham with her husband, Tim Her #1 goal is to challenge, inspire, and make sure you are looking forward to your next session!

Backyard Chickens

Everything you need to get started on your backyard coop.

Chickens have become increasingly popular as pets in both suburban and urban areas during the last 20 years. Backyard chickens may seem to be an unsuspecting animal to keep as a pet but the tried and true egg producers are back in fashion as food costs are soaring and families are looking for more food independence in light of recent supply chain shortages. There’s a lot to like about raising chickens in your backyard. Surprisingly, chickens are relatively low maintenance. And bonus – unlike dogs, they don’t need to be bathed or groomed, and they don’t shed on your clothes or require training. Oh and bonus – they make you breakfast.

The eggs from backyard chickens are the best—tastier and fresher than any store-bought eggs. Much of the day, the birds entertain themselves, picking at grass, worms, beetles, and all of the good things that go into making those delicious farm eggs. Plus, with their keen eye for insect pests, chickens make for great gardening companions.

Chickens can provide family companionship, fun, entertainment, sustainable fresh food, and plenty of poop that gardeners prize as a natural fertilizer/composting material. Could backyard chickens be the perfect pet/producer to add to your home?

Things To Consider Before Getting Chickens:

First, check local town ordinances to ensure that keeping chickens is even allowed in your neighborhood or if there is a limit to the number of chickens you can keep at once.

Make sure you have the space for a henhouse or a full-size chicken coop. It has to hold a feeder and water containers, a roosting area, and a nest box for every three hens. A proper coop should be large enough that you can stand in it to gather eggs and shovel manure comfortably, but a simple hen house can be quite a bit smaller. Plus, any housing must be sturdy enough to keep your chickens safe from all the predators out there. Gorgeous coops are aplenty on places like Pinterest if you’re building your own, but many pre-made options are available through various farm supply stores as well.

Chickens need food and water daily. Feed is about $20 per 50-pound bag, but prices vary depending on your location and the quality of the feed. How long a bag lasts depends on the number of chickens you have.

Hens will lay eggs through Spring and Summer and into the Fall, as long as they have 12 to 14 hours of daylight. Expect to collect eggs daily, or even twice a day.

Backyard Chicken Q&A:

HOW MANY CHICKENS SHOULD I KEEP?

Chickens are sociable creatures, so plan to keep three to six birds at least. With this amount, you’ll always have a steady supply of eggs, since an adult hen lays about two eggs every three days, on average. Local ordinances also dictate how many chickens one household can keep.

HOW MUCH DOES KEEPING CHICKENS COST?

All of this costs money, of course. The materials to build and furnish a coop and a 20 x 5-foot run—including wood, fencing, and hardware—are going to set you back at least $300. If you can’t do this work yourself, you’ll also be buying skilled labor.

Overall, expect to spend between $500 and $700 when getting started depending on the size of your flock, coop and run. For prefabricated coops, expect to pay $600 or more.

WHAT KIND OF SHELTER DO THEY NEED?

Chickens need to have an enclosed coop that provides adequate space, protection from the elements and predators, and good ventilation. A modified shed, barn, or stable with an outdoor run is a good option for a coop. The outdoor run should be fully enclosed if you have predators like hawks or owls nearby. Ideally, coops are slightly elevated off the ground to prevent flooding and have windows on each side, enough nest boxes to allow several chickens to nest simultaneously, outlets for lighting, fans if they’re needed, air inlets or ventilation holes on the roof, and a concrete floor treated with a pet-safe waterproof coating that allows for easy cleaning and drainage.

Want to go the fancy route?

Search Pinterest for “chicken coop building plans” if you’re building your own or consider going the luxury route with a gorgeous custom-built coop from a company like CutestCoops.com .

WHEN DO CHICKENS START LAYING EGGS?

Most hens will start laying eggs when they’re about 18 to 20 weeks old, although it may take more time for them to reach their peak output. Often, the first eggs are laid irregularly or are smaller or oddly shaped when compared with a typical egg. This is nothing to worry about! Once a cycle is established, most hens will lay one egg per day.

1370 Pilgrim | Birmingham

Closed 5/3/23 - $2,550,000 - Listing Agent Closed 5/9/23 - $1,860,000 - Listing Agent

OVER $35 MILLION CLOSED YEAR TO DATE IN 2023

3675 Squirrel, Bloomfield Twp.

Closed 1/6/23 - $1,020,000 - Listing Agent

171 N Worth, Birmingham

Closed 1/6/23 - $560,000 - Listing Agent

20150 Village, Beverly Hills

Closed 2/8/23 - $587,400 - Listing Agent

20060 Pemberly, Beverly Hills

Closed 2/25/23 - $2,550,000 - Listing Agent

1242 Willow, Birmingham

Closed 2/28/23 - $3,850,000 - Buyers Agent

18184 Kinross, Beverly Hills

Closed 3/6/23 - $797,500 - Buyers Agent

6866 Spruce, Bloomfield Twp.

Closed 3/8/23 - $448,800 - Buyers Agent

311 Pingree, Royal Oak

Closed 3/10/23 - $405,000 - Listing Agent

Old Orchard (vacant land), Bingham Farms

Closed 3/13/23 - $375,000 - Buyers Agent

19037 Saxon, Beverly Hills

Closed 3/15/23 - $375,000 - Buyers Agent

3036 Morningview Terrace, Bloomfield Twp.

Closed 3/15/23 - $2,105,000 - Buyers Agent

293 Berwyn, Birmingham

Closed 3/23/23 - $940,000 - Listing & Buyers Agent

909 Bennaville, Birmingham

Closed 3/24/23 - $740,000 - Listing Agent

4108 Woodland, Royal Oak

Closed 4/6/23 - $910,000 - Listing Agent

77 Boulder, Bloomfield Hills

Closed 4/14/23 - $695,000 - Buyers Agent

962 Puritan, Birmingham

Closed 4/18/23 - $1,625,000 - Listing Agent

1347 Washington, Birmingham

Closed 4/28/23 - $1,525,000 - Listing Agent

655 Madison, Birmingham

Closed 5/1/23- $915,000 - Listing Agent

3233 Bradway, Bloomfield Twp.

Closed 5/3/23 - $1,198,000 - Listing Agent

210 Warrington, Bloomfield Hills

Closed 5/5/23- $700,000 - Listing Agent

925 Westview, Bloomfield Twp.

Closed 5/31/23 - $467,500 - Buyers Agent

939 Poppleton, Birmingham

Closed 5/31/23 - $1,865,000 - Buyers Agent

Puppy Love!

Make the most of your opposable thumbs — follow these Michigan-based Instagram-famous

ARTICLE BY LYNNE KONSTANTIN

DAPHNE & VINNIE

@daphneandvinnie

24.2K followers

French Bulldogs from Fenton

Mom: Hailey

Daphne is a four-year-old Pied Frenchie (mostly white with brindle patches). In the summer she’s practically a fish, says her mom, Hailey. “She absolutely loves swimming — she even loves jumping in off our Pontoon boat.”

Vinnie is a two-year-old black-masked fawn. “He’s the biggest mama’s boy. Wherever I am, he is,” Hailey says.

ENZO & BELLA

@enzo.and.bella

12.5K followers

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixes from Utica

Parents: Alexandra and Christian

Enzo, 6, is a social butterfly that loves cheese. “He has a new habit of picking up a shoe whenever we get home or someone comes over and walks around the whole house with it in his mouth,” Alex says. Bella, 5, “is our little ‘Queen B.’ She runs the house, knows what she wants and isn’t afraid of letting us know.” Bella loves to cuddle and is obsessed with playing fetch. She likes to choose a specific toy before bed to sleep with.

Note: Enzo and Bella have inspired Alexandra and Christian to create Spotted Nose Designs (spottednosedesigns.com), a brand-new (opened in June) boutique in Utica, selling the couples’ own designs plus other brands of functional and aesthetic products for dogs and humans.

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MADISON AND ISLA

@keepingupwiththewheatens

8,340 followers

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers from Detroit

Parents: Crystal and Alex

“Both girls are intelligent, sassy divas with a lot of personality and so much love to give,” Crystal says. They both love swimming, the snow and going for car rides. They know how to “wave.” Their favorite treats are no-hides and bully sticks. Isla, 2,  is very silly and goofy and loves to cuddle. She is always running laps around her sister. Madison, 4, “is Miss Independent and wants cuddles on her own terms.” She never shies from the camera.

MAX

@max.the.doggoo

13K followers

Rescue from Ann Arbor

Parents: Travis and Brianna

Five-year-old Max’s parents did a doggy DNA test and found that he is a mostly Beagle Hound mix. His favorite foods are anything meaty and hates all fruits and veggies — “won’t eat them at all,” Travis says. “His best trick is to sit pretty, and he can hold it for minutes at a time. Max loves to play Tug-ofWar and will be so gentle and slow until he has it and then all hell breaks loose!” He has a unicorn from Despicable Me that he carries around everywhere.

KEEP YOUR KIDS’ TEETH HEALTHY

Nine tips from a local family dentist.

ARTICLE BY LYNNE KONSTANTIN

Most parents know that they want to prevent their children from getting cavities in their teeth. Beyond that, though, there are a number of important factors for parents to keep in mind — including when to schedule the first dental appointment.

Dr. Morgan Semaan is a general and family dentist, seeing patients of all ages at Birmingham Family Dentistry in Beverly Hills. A longtime Misch Implant Institute, Birmingham Family Dentistry shifted the focus of their practice to general and family dentistry when Semaan came on board.

Specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the oral cavity, including the teeth and gums, Semaan earned her degree in dental surgery from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. A new mom herself to a 16-month-old son with her husband, the Birmingham resident chose family dentistry because “I love the variety of procedures I get to do on a daily basis,” she says. “And I love the relationships I get to form with my patients and watching their families grow over the years. Plus, being able to change someone’s life just by changing or enhancing their smile is incredibly rewarding.”

We turned to Semaan to get the low-down on what to know about keeping children’s teeth healthy.

1. Start brushing kids’ teeth with a toothbrush and safe-to-swallow toothpaste as soon as the first tooth comes in — start using fluoride toothpaste at age three.

2. Stop using a bottle at age one to prevent issues with tooth alignment. Stop using a pacifier and thumb-sucking by age three (or younger) to prevent issues with tooth alignment and bite.

3. Always limit sugar intake in kids — “but if they do eat sugar, have them rinse with water after,” she says.

4. Schedule your child’s first dental visit by age one. This will be the child’s first oral evaluation, where they should receive a complete “knee-to-knee exam.” Because this will be the child’s first introduction to the dentist’s office and dental chair, “the dentist and parent will sit knee to knee while the child sits on the parent’s lap with head in the dentist’s lap,” Semaan says. The dentist will examine the child’s teeth for decay

Dr. Morgan Semaan

or enamel defects and will examine the gum tissue, making sure it looks healthy. The dentist will also observe the development of the teeth and jaws. The dental hygienist will clean the patient’s teeth and then apply fluoride, a naturally occurring mineral that helps prevent cavities. The hygienist will then go over brushing and flossing techniques that parents can do for the child at home, and will also ask the parent about the child’s diet, making sure that sugar is limited and that the child is consuming tap water, which contains fluoride.

5. Teeth that are discolored, broken or painful or gums that are red, swollen or bleeding should be looked at by a dentist.

6. Parents should brush their child’s teeth until around age six-to-eight years old, when the child’s manual dexterity is fully developed.

7. Preventative X-rays will be taken at hygiene visits starting around the age of two or three to help with diagnosis.

8. Don’t serve your child juice under the age of one. If your child likes juice, only serve 100-percent fruit juice served in a cup (not bottle or sippy cup), limit to two-to-four ounces a day and serve only during mealtimes.

9. After the first visit, parents should bring their kids to the dentist every six months for preventative dental cleanings and to allow for early detection of common diseases and conditions that impact overall health. Early detection can save the patient (and parent) considerable time, money and pain.

WHY ORTHODONTICS?

A LOCAL PRACTICE TELLS US WHY THEY MATTER.

ARTICLE BY LYNNE KONSTANTIN

People have had crooked teeth forever — archaeologists have found mummies in Egypt with metal bands around their teeth. The first specialist in orthodontics dates back to 1900, when a dentist restricted his practice solely to moving teeth and aligning jaws. But why is it important?

Since 1989, TDR Specialists in Orthodontics has been advancing that specialty, curating a dedicated team of doctors and staff and building their practice to four locations, including Howell, Novi, Rochester Hills and Birmingham.

The newest addition to the Birmingham office, Dr. Tamara Mackie, is a “lifelong Wolverine,” she says, having attended undergrad, dental school and orthodontics residency at the University of Michigan.

“We literally change lives by changing smiles every day,” Mackie says. “I love creating healthy beautiful smiles, and helping people have the smile that they feel on the inside, shine on the outside. I love seeing the self-confidence and happiness emerge in my patients as their smile steadily improves and when they finally get their braces off. This is a field that is as rewarding for the patient as it is for the professional.”

The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that your child get a check-up with an orthodontist at the first recognition of the existence of an orthodontic problem, but no later than age 7, Mackie says. “Early evaluation provides both timely detection of orthodontic problems and allows a greater opportunity for us to provide more effective treatment at the optimum time.”

Oral health is a window into your overall health, and left untreated, orthodontic problems like misaligned teeth, difficulty chewing and shifting jaws can cause health issues later. Tooth decay, gum disease and abnormal wearing of tooth enamel can lead to periodontitis, airway problems such as sleep apnea and speech problems.

“Problems that may lend themselves well to early treatment include: underbites — when the lower front teeth are ahead of the upper front teeth; crossbites — when the upper teeth are inside of the lowers; very crowded teeth; extra or missing teeth; or thumb-, finger- or pacifier-sucking that is affecting the teeth or jaw growth,” Mackie says. “We monitor

facial growth and dental development, as well as determine the most appropriate time to address any identified problems.”

TDR sees patients of all ages — children, teens and adults. “In fact, more than a quarter of today’s orthodontic patients are adults because it’s never too late to invest in straighter, healthier teeth,” she says. Treatments Mackie provides include expanders, traditional metal braces, clear/ceramic braces, Invisalign, orthodontics in conjunction with orthognathic surgery, retainers and mouthguards, and sometimes a combination of the above.

Mackie believes that no two smiles are the same. “I love to tailor a smile design to someone’s unique beauty,” she says. “We are a completely digital practice at TDR — we use technology and teamwork to not only cut down on the length of braces or Invisalign treatment but also to make the process as easy and as comfortable as possible.”

DR. TAMARA MACKIE

TDR Orthodontics

Fun Tricks To Teach Your Puppy

A list of exciting new tricks to teach your puppy

ARTICLE BAILEY MORRIS

We created a list of some fun tricks to teach your puppy! Whether you just welcomed a new furry friend into your home or you’re teaching an old dog new tricks, you and your pet are sure to have a fun time! Spending time playing and training with your pet makes for a great bonding experience! Don’t forget to reward them with some delicious dog treats when they successfully do a trick. My pup’s personal favorite treats are chicken, peanut butter, and carrots. We hope you and your pup have a great time learning the tricks on this list!

SPEAK

Get your dog to bark naturally (try ringing the doorbell or knocking on the door). Once they bark, say ‘speak’ and reward them.

STAY

Have your dog sit and then tell them to stay. Hold your hand out with your palm toward their nose in the stop position. If they hold the position for a second or two, praise them and reward them with a treat. Keep repeating this and gradually having them stay longer.

SHAKE

Hold your hand out in front of your dog. Your dog may do some experimenting trying to figure out what you want. Once they put their paw in your hand, immediately praise and reward them.

Kristi P. (Actual Patient)

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events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

EVERY WEDNESDAY IN AUGUST! In the Park Summer

Concert Series

SHAIN PARK

Enjoy live music in downtown Birmingham’s Shain Park during the free In the Park Summer Concert Series, on Wednesday evenings* all summer long. For the latest concert information and line-up, visit  bhamgov. org/summerconcerts. *The series includes some lunchtime concerts on select Wednesdays throughout the series. Check the line-up for details.

EVERY SUNDAY IN AUGUST!

Birmingham Farmers Market

PUBLIC PARKING LOT 6 AT 660 NORTH OLD WOODWARD AVENUE

Nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, the Birmingham Farmers Market is an outdoor market open every Sunday featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. Visitors of all ages can enjoy live music, food trucks, kids activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday!

AUGUST 11TH

Birmingham Outdoor Movie Nights

BOOTH PARK

It’s show time! Head to Booth Park for an outdoor movie night! As always, the event is FREE. Pre-show entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m.; movie at 7:30 p.m. *In the event of inclement weather, Movie Nights will be held the following evening (Saturday). Visit allinbirmingham. com/calendar for more information.