SUMMER ADV ENTURE
GEARING UP FOR DREAM CRUISE
INSIDE THE CRANBROOK TENNIS CLASSIC HEAD TO MARQUETTE
A FAMILY-STYLE CRAB BOIL
The Explore Issue
July is here, and with it, the perfect time to explore the offerings of our community during this sunsoaked month. As we embrace the height of summer, we turn our focus to the adventures that await, the hidden gems ready to be discovered, and the stories that inspire our wanderlust.
Summer in our community is a time of vibrant energy and endless possibilities. From bustling farmers' markets brimming with fresh local produce to lively outdoor concerts under the stars, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Families can revel in fun-filled days at local parks and splash pads, while adventure enthusiasts can explore scenic trails, pristine lakes, and captivating natural landscapes.
July is also a great time to travel outside of our community and explore the beauty our state has to offer. Whether it's a weekend getaway to a charming small town, a road trip along scenic byways, or a visit to one of Michigan's many natural attractions, there's no shortage of incredible destinations waiting to be discovered.
Let's celebrate the joy of summer and the richness of our community. Here's to long days filled with sunshine, laughter, and discovery. We hope this issue inspires you to embrace the season, explore your surroundings, and create unforgettable memories. Enjoy the read!
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1: Burn Bright’s fourth-annual Burn Bright, Sister fundraising event supporting Project 2, May 10, Sylvan Lake. 2: A Project 2 workshop, designed to equip women with business skills, confidence and job-search support. 3: Burn Bright events benefit Project 2 and its workshops, like this.
A Superior Adventure
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Head to Marquette for world-class outdoor fun.
Kayaking Presque Isle.
Photo by Liam Kaiser.
Rushing natural waterfalls, grand rock formations, sweeping postcard-perfect vistas and lush, dense forests — all right in our backyard. No need to drive across the country: A six-and-a-half hour drive from Metro Detroit (or a quick flight to Sawyer Regional Airport), Marquette is the majestic land of beauty, history, nature and a vast playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Most Michiganders know it as a stunning winter wonderland, but it’s prime for four-season family fun. Tucked into Michigan’s forested Upper Peninsula on the shores of Lake Superior’s clear waters, Marquette offers 350 miles of some
Cliff jumping at the Black Rocks of Presque Isle
of the U.S.’s best hiking and biking trails, plus 83 miles of shoreline, 150 streams and more than 300 lakes for fishing, kayaking, sailing, exploring plus golfing and chasing the elusive Northern Lights.
Named after French Jesuit missionary and explorer Jacques Marquette, the village of Marquette was established in 1849, and is today home to Northern Michigan University and was the film location for Otto Preminger’s 1959 movie, Anatomy of a Murder (starring James Stewart and Lee Remick), based on an actual shooting at a local bar in Big Bay. In addition to its natural surroundings, Marquette’s charming and historic downtown is a destination for peak shopping, dining, local award-winning craft breweries and inns for unwinding and trading tales of your day’s adventures. It also pays homage to the rich mineral deposits, dense forests and maritime markers that have helped to shape its history.Below, a few notto-miss itineraries and the summer’s festival lineup. For more details, info, trail maps and more, visit travelmarquette.com
The rocky shore and clear blue waters of Lake Superior
Marquette’s Fourth of July SensoryFriendly Laser Show
DAY TRIPPING
Go Chasing Waterfalls
Marquette County is home to many natural wonders, including more waterfalls than any other county in the state of Michigan. Family- and often dog-friendly falls like Yellow Dog Falls — featuring more than seven drops of varying distance within a mile-long walk — and Warner Falls — a short fanning drop that pours into a swampy creek — continue to be fan-favorite sights. Keep an eye out for a glimpse of the several species that call these natural wonders home.
Hit the Water
Lake Superior is the largest fresh-water lake in the world, and Marquette County is home to more than 300 lakes and 150 rivers and streams. Take to the water and spend a day kayaking at Marty’s Cove, with views of the historic Marquette Harbor Lighthouse, or around the Black Rocks and sandstone cliffs of Presque Isle. Grab a pole and rent a charter with Great Ideas Charter or a guided fishing trip with Black Shadow Guide Service, or head to the Lower Harbor to reel in one of the many species of fish, including Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Lake Trout and Whitefish. And though it’s a 40-minute drive from Marquette, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is one of Michigan’s most-visited geological sites — stunningly vibrant streaks of color are ingrained in the rock formations that line Lake Superior. Pictured Rocks can be seen by boat tour or hiking trails, but kayaking to the site is a wondrous sight.
Marquette’s charming and historic downtown is a destination for peak shopping, dining, local award-winning craft breweries and inns.
Downtown Marquette
The historic Marquette Harbor Lighthouse.
Photo by Snehit Photo.
Take to the Trails
Whether you’re a beginner or expert cyclist, hit the backroads and cruise along the endless bike trails that Marquette County has to offer. With routes such as the 47-mile Iron Ore Heritage Trail along the scenic Iron Range that connects five towns across the county, and the Morgan Creek Loop, riders can coast through the scenic area to see the culture and history the Upper Peninsula area has to offer. Designated as a bronze-level Ride Center by the International Mountain Bicycling Association (one of just 27 ride centers in the world and only seven in the Midwest), these routes throughout the county are the perfect outdoor activity that the whole family can enjoy. The one-mile, ADA-accessible Thomas Rock Trail and Scenic Overlook offers excellent views of Big Bay, Lake Superior and, on a clear day, the Keweenaw Peninsula.
Summer Events
Not just overflowing with water and outdoor experiences, Marquette County is home to a thriving cultural scene. Here, a summertime lineup of local celebrations and events.
Marquette Fourth of July Sensory-Friendly Laser Show (July 4): The largest architectural laser show in North America, it gives residents, visitors, children and those with sensory sensitivities a comfortable opportunity to participate in Fourth
Hiking the Yellow Dog River
of July celebrations and witness the night sky light up above the picturesque Lake Superior.
Hiawatha Traditional Music Festival (July 19-21): The only event of its size and scope on Michigan's Upper Peninsula, this festival features traditional music with performances of bluegrass, old-time, Cajun, Celtic, acoustic blues and folk styles.
Blueberry Festival (July 26): This longstanding event celebrates the start of blueberry season with vendors, live music and endless blueberry bliss at the all-day event in downtown Marquette. Snack on blueberry pizza, beer and, of course, fresh-picked blueberries.
Art on the Rocks Festival (July 27-28): This two-day juried exhibition between Marquette’s historic downtown and the Cinder Pond Marina on sparkling Lake Superior has rapidly become one of the area’s finest and most competitive art shows. More than 140 artists and roughly 10,000 people flock to Marquette for the event each year.
25th Annual ORE to Shore Bike Epic (Aug. 9-11): Venture to the Upper Peninsula region to witness Michigan’s largest (and the third-largest in the country) point-to-point mountain bike event. The long-distance 48-mile course takes riders through some of the most beautiful sights in the area, giving them a final chance to drift through the crisp summer air of Michigan before the fall season.
Marquette Area Blues Fest (Aug. 31-Sept. 2): As August ends and September rolls around, avoid the end-of-summer blues at the treasured concert series at Mattson Lower Harbor Park. Featuring world-class musical talent, artist workshops, local food vendors and a beverage tent stocked with many of Marquette's best-crafted brews.
Marquette offers 350 miles of some of the U.S.’s best hiking and biking trails.
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Thomas Rock trail, with scenic overlooks
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A SMASHING SUCCESS
CATCHING UP WITH DAVID DEMUTH, FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF THE CRANBROOK TENNIS CLASSIC.
ARTICLE BY LYNNE KONSTANTIN
David DeMuth.
Photo by Lisa Spindler.
Last year, at the close of the first-annual Cranbrook Tennis Classic, founder and director David DeMuth asked the 3,000-plus crowd if the tournament should return the next year.
The response was a standing ovation.
So DeMuth (with quite a lot of help) has delivered — the second-annual Cranbrook Tennis Classic runs June 30-July 7. The tournament is part of the ATP Challenger Tour, the world’s men’s professional tour, featuring pro men’s tennis veterans battling against future stars for coveted ranking points and a wildcard to the US Open — plus prize money of $80,000. In addition, DeMuth says, “it’s a celebration of sport, culture and the community.”
This year, spectators are projected at 5,000 or more. (For details and tickets, visit cranbrooktennisclassic.com.)
DeMuth, the CEO of Doner, an advertising agency based in Southfield is “super-passionate about tennis,” he says. The Bloomfield Hills resident is part of a group of people who envisioned and funded a new tennis complex at the city’s Cranbrook Schools. Completed in 2021 by GMB Architecture + Engineering, who won the ASBA’s top award for outdoor tennis facility of 2022, the complex has eight outdoor courts with a 10-foot-high elevated viewing concourse between the rows of courts and a terrace area, plus a 450-square-foot team room, all nestled amid Cranbrook’s historic and lush 319-acre grounds — critical to Cranbrook’s identity, it serves to reinforce harmony between architecture and landscape. Envisioned for student athletes, the world-class complex’s completion inspired a lightbulb moment for DeMuth. “Detroit and the surrounding areas have a pretty thriving and diverse tennis community, but no professional tennis here. I’d had in the back of my mind for some time that I wanted to try to bring professional tennis to the area,” he says. Once the ATP visited and signed off, DeMuth and his partners were ready to go and last year was the first pro tennis in the area in more than three decades.
“The vision for the tournament was to bring world-class tennis to Detroit, have it played in a really intimate and beautiful setting and make it highly accessible for families and kids,” DeMuth says. The complex’s elevated seating allows for an up-close-and-personal experience, which thrilled DeMuth, who intended this to be an inspirational opportunity for kids. “A lot of kids don’t get the opportunity to see professional tennis at this level, up close, so that was really cool.”
Similarly, DeMuth had another goal. “In the process, we would be able to do something good for the community, in terms of giving back,” he says. While planning the tournament, he founded Tennis Forward, a 501c3 that ensures all proceeds benefit the People for Palmer Park Tennis Academy in Detroit and Cranbrook Athletics. Last year’s event generated $25,000 for those organizations.
“It’s creating opportunities for people through tennis,” DeMuth says. “Tennis Forward runs and operates the tournament and any monies and profits go back to the community. Palmer Park Tennis Academy is a really outstanding program, run by Leonora King. It gives kids a lot of opportunities they might not otherwise have, including mentoring and tutoring.
“I like finding the intersection between things I really love and giving back,” DeMuth says. “This is one of those intersections. For me, this is an opportunity to do something.”
Last year, he says, “we pulled it off. I’d never run any kind of
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Cranbrook's award-winning eight-court complex, designed by GMB Architecture + Engineering. Photo courtesy of GMB.
2023 champion Steve Johnson reacts to his tiebreaker against Mikhail Kukushkin.
tournament before, and it was a pretty amazing learning experience for me. The best and brightest young players coming up on the pro tour will be here playing. It’s exciting and the competition is really intense.”
DeMuth says that players rank anywhere between 100 to 250 in the world. Among last year’s players, however, were Kei Nishikori, a Japanese player who has a career-high ranking of No. 4 and was a US Open finalist; Steve Johnson, ranked as high as 20 in the world, was last year’s champion; and finalist Mikhail Kukushkin, a RussianKazakhstani player who has been ranked as high as 30 in the world.
“It’s world-class tennis,” he says. “Many people who played last year competed in this year’s French Open. We had 60 players from 16 different countries, plus officials and ATP staff from London.
“Tennis is at once an incredibly global sport, but a very local sport, too, and I think that interplay is something really cool about our tournament. We have players coming from all corners of the world to play, but we’ve also had really amazing support from the local community, which has been really gratifying,” DeMuth says. More than 3,000 people came out, 70 volunteers, 50 ball kids, and high-profile sponsors include Feldman Automotive, JP Morgan, Meijer, Taft Law, Core Power and 30 others. “Whether it is the business community, tennis enthusiasts or just people that you meet who say, ‘Hey, I’d love to help you, I’ll do whatever.’ That’s pretty cool.
“It’s also really great for Cranbrook,” he says. “It opens up the campus to other people who might not know to go back there and check out the grounds, the art museum and the science center. Cranbrook has been an amazing partner and super supportive.”
At this point, he says, now that they’ve got the logistics down, “We’re just trying to make the whole experience better for players and the fans.” Between the official tournament hotel, the Kingsley in Bloomfield Hills, catering by Chartwells, shuttles back-and-forth all day, a world-class facility and gym and “goodold Midwest hospitality,” DeMuth says they aim to please. “There are more than 200 ATP Challenger Tour tournaments played around the world every year, from Kazakhstan to Lake Como to Bloomfield Hills, and we were rated No. 3 by the players for player experience. That was pretty cool. So now we’re trying to get to No. 1. That’s the goal.”
Also gratifying for DeMuth is that his oldest son, Alex, 30, who also works at Doner, has been his partner in the whole process. “He’s been an amazing help,” he says. “He played college tennis and he loves it as much as I do.”
Why tennis? It’s a passion he shares with his family: Wife, Kristen, and their four children — including Alex and a 19-yearold son, Owen, who was named Mr. Michigan Tennis as a senior at Cranbrook and now plays at Georgia Tech. “Like many people my age, I fell in love with the game during the ‘tennis boom’ of the 1970s — Connors, Borg, McEnroe and all the colorful characters that seemed so athletic, so competitive, so different, and so cool,” DeMuth says. Playing consistently since his 20s, he says he’s made “so many friends from all sorts of backgrounds and places playing tennis, so it’s very special to me and I want to share my passion with others.” Plus, he says, “I just saw a study that says tennis players live 10 years longer than people who live sedentary lives. That’s more than any sport, so I’m banking on that.”
Kasia Bennett, Henry DeMuth, Alex DeMuth, Julia David, Trevor Illitch and David DeMuth watch the action.
Steve Johnson with David DeMuth
ARTICLE BY ERICA HOBBS
Dream Cruise Gearing Up for
TWO LUXURY DEALERSHIPS PREP FOR CAR AFICIONADOS’ FAVORITE DAY OF THE YEAR.
The Woodward Dream Cruise is rolling into the Motor City next month, on Aug. 17, and car aficionados throughout the region and beyond are readying to gather and share their enthusiasm. (Find the entire route and day’s festivities at woodwarddreamcruise.com.) The Dream Cruise has been a Michigan tradition since 1995, when enthusiasts wanted to relive and recreate the nostalgic heydays of the 1950s and ’60s along Woodward — America’s first highway. Today’s Dream Cruise is the world’s largest one-day automotive event, drawing more than one million people and 40,000 classic cars from around the world, often caravaning from all across North America.
While vintage cars may be the focus, car-lovers will have the opportunity to experience the other end of the spectrum with local luxury car dealers who will be on hand to display the latest offerings of 21st-century vehicles. Here, two to look out for.
At the Birmingham Shopping District’s annual Birmingham Cruise Event. Photo Courtesy of Birmingham Shopping District.
The recently unveiled Polestar 4
POLESTAR DETROIT
Royal Oak’s Polestar Detroit, part of the family-owned LaFontaine Auto Group, rooted in the Metro Detroit community for four decades, is looking forward to showing off the brand’s latest model of its luxury enhanced-performance electric vehicles. The dealership — the only one in the state and larger region — will have models of the Polestar 2, 3 and 4 (just revealed in June) available for viewing and testing, as well as a hospitality experience for visitors.
Polestar is a relatively new brand, introduced in 2017 under Volvo and Geely. The Polestar Detroit vehicles were originally sold under LaFontaine Volvo Farmington Hills in 2022 before moving into its own space in March 2023 on Woodward Ave., right along the Dream Cruise route.
Polestar Detroit Space Manager Greg Ostrowski says the Dream Cruise is an opportunity for visitors to check it out first-hand.
“It’s a great experience for us, too, because we get to talk to a bunch of people who either have been wanting to see us in person but haven’t had the opportunity, because they’re not from the area, or didn’t know we were here,” he says. “We also get to experience all the vehicles and people that are on Woodward on that day.”
Ostrowski says Polestars are more design- and performance-focused than competing electric vehicle brands, and are backed by nearly 100 years of manufacturing experience from Volvo.
Some of the brand’s capacities, he says, include going from 0-60 miles per hour in 4.1 seconds, 400 horsepower and a 320-mile range, plus luxury features like Bridge of Weir leather, Bowers and Wilkins stereo systems, soft closed doors and adaptive air suspension systems, depending on the model.
Another differentiating feature of the brand is a nearly entirely digital shopping model, with transparent, fixed pricing and the ability to filter, personalize and select a car online without stepping into a dealership. However,
Polestar Detroit Space Manager Greg Ostrowski. Photo by Aly Darin.
The Polestar Detroit Space in Bloomfield Hills.
Ostrowski says, online shopping doesn’t take away from the in-person customer experience, which is an important value of all the LaFontaine dealerships.
“The sole philosophy of having a space here is to be able to be accessible to our customers, to be able to experience the different vehicles, the different trim and materials and really just help them with the shopping experience,” he says. “It’s not to sell or push people into vehicles, it’s to be able to create that ultimate user experience and allow them to have any questions they have to be able to be answered and move that shopping experience forward.”
OSTROWSKI’S FAVE VINTAGE WHEELS
Ostrowski says his favorite vintage car is a 1960s Shelby Cobra, as well as the Fox Body Mustang, the Volvo P1800, the Aston Martin DB5 and the DeLorean DMC-12. “As an ’80s baby, I absolutely love Back to the Future,” he says.
LINCOLN OF TROY
Lincoln of Troy, located on W. Maple Road in Troy, will also be celebrating the Dream Cruise. The dealership will offer a Cars & Coffee event for visitors who want to stop by to show off their classic vehicles and the work done in restoring them.
The personal interaction with guests and customers is an important value of the dealership.
“We try to give every client a delivery that stands out above the rest so they leave our store feeling as if they just left a five-star resort and couldn’t be happier when taking delivery of their new vehicle,” says Lincoln of Troy General Manager Michael Sabatini.
Vintage Lincoln
Lincoln Nautilus SUV interior
Lincoln Nautilus SUV
The family-run business was launched by Bob Borst before ownership was passed to the North Brothers, eventually becoming Lincoln of Troy in 2014. The dealership celebrated the 10-year anniversary of its current location last November.
During the Cars & Coffee event, visitors can also learn about Lincoln’s new Nautilus SUV. The vehicle features an immersive panoramic display - the largest in its class — offering enhanced levels of customization and convenience while driving, including curated cabin fragrances, massaging seats, ambient lighting, air filtering and driver-assist technology.
Sabatini says the Nautilus is flying off the shelves.
“Lincoln really knocked it out of the park with this vehicle, putting us exactly where we need to be when it comes to design and technology,” he says. “This was a great introduction for our clients for what is to come with Lincoln vehicles, and we are all so excited to slowly see the new vehicles come into our showroom that showcases some of the best tech you can find in vehicles.”
SABATINI’S FAVE VINTAGE WHEELS
Sabatini says his favorite vintage cars include the 1988 Land Rover Defender 90, the 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello, the 1967 Porsche 911 and the 1975 Lamborghini Countach LP400.
“A v12 engine producing close to 400 horsepower back in the ’70s for people to drive around in must have been an experience,” he says. “The technology was not like what we have today to keep the car stable and safe. It was all on the driver to keep control of the vehicle — and this vehicle really pushed Lamborghini into the next generation of automobiles.”
Sabatini’s all-time favorite, however, is the 1967 Ford Mustang Eleanor Tribute Edition.
“This car is hands-down a work of art, and I would take this Mustang over any other one that has been created to date — besides the new GTD,” he says.
CURT’S SERVICE
Before any vintage car can cruise down Woodward Ave., it must run smoothly, and that’s where Curt’s Service comes in. The auto-repair shop, located on W. Eleven Mile Road in Oak Park, has become a go-to for many vintage car-owners.
Owner Curt Massoll says the shop starts getting a steady stream of vintage cars about two months before the Dream Cruise every year, servicing up to 15 at once in the week leading up to it.
While some vintage cars need a full restoration — which requires rebuilding it from the frame up — Massoll says his shop focuses on repair.
“We fix the things that bother you and keep you from driving your car,” he says.
The family-run shop, founded in 1981, has grown into one of the community’s most trusted and advanced auto-service centers, offering repairs and enhancement services for a range of foreign and domestic vehicles, specializing in European, Asian, domestic and specialty vehicles.
Some of the vintage cars that Massoll has worked on include DeLoreans, Rolls Royces, Barracudas, Firebirds, Mustangs and Corvettes.
For all customers, Massoll says, the focus is on providing them an excellent experience that prioritizes safety and affordability. He says they work with customers to present what repairs are needed as a whole, before presenting cost-effective timelines and options.
He says his favorite car to work on is the one that makes his customer happy.
“My favorite,” he says, “is when we’re able to give their car back to them more valuable than before while saving them money, so they don’t have to go out and buy a brand-new car.”
Curt’s Service in Oak Park: Jayson Preston, Keith Massoll and owner Curt Massoll.
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Lindsay Schey’s Hot Summer Picks
THE GIFT-GIVING PRO TELLS WHAT YOU NEED TO CREATE SUMMERTIME ADVENTURE, WHEREVER YOU ARE.
We’re fully immersed in the summertime groove, but can always benefit from a little boost. We turned to Birmingham mom, wife and entrepreneur Lindsay Schey for her top pool- (or lake- or ocean-) side picks, wherever your travels take you.
A nationally recognized gift-giving and shopping expert, speaker and on-air spokesperson, Schey is passionate about helping people find the perfect gifts. She launched a small hobby blog, “With Love,” in the early days of blogging, and saw it take off in 2010. Transforming the blog into a full-fledged website called The Gift Insider (thegiftinsider.com; @thegiftinsider), Schey now has more than 14 years under her belt as an influencer and gift-giving expert. Throughout her career, she’s partnered with various brands, has traveled the country sharing her top gift ideas on more than 100 morning news shows and regularly contributes to leading online and print publications. Here, her curated summer list.
1. Lindsay Schey, founder of The Gift Insider | 2. Stunning and entrancing, this Pink Lines Plate from Tisch New York, is handcrafted in Sweden of birchwood veneer. Lori Karbal, Birmingham; lorikarbal.com. | 3. Bring the party to the water: Bote’s PVC Inflatable Hangout Water Hammock has a BVA foam deck, contoured mesh bed and features Magnepod compatible connection points for Bote’s magnetic drinkware. Boyne Country Sports, Bloomfield Hills; boynecountrysports.com. | 4. A colorful Wave Kayak with Paddle just for kids, from age seven (up to 130 pounds). With swim-up step, molded finger handles and “all-soft” contours. Area Dick’s Sporting Goods; dickssportinggoods.com. | 5. This portable marbled Silverware Caddy has four compartments for forks, knives, spoons and napkins and is made of luxury acrylic — making indoor and outdoor easy breezy. Guys N Gals, West Bloomfield; shopguysngals.com. | 6. Chic and chill, this zippered straw Here Comes the Sun Tote is equally at home at the beach or Sunday brunch. Arm Candy, Birmingham; @shop_arm_candy_. | 7. Pomelo Casa’s terracotta Blue Pitcher is handpainted in Southern Spain with traditional Spanish Lebrillo design — a five-centuries-old technique — and pomegranates. Perfect for flowers, cutlery or sangria. The Good Day, Birmingham; thegoodday.com. | 8. Let her take her sparkly style underwater: Supersmall’s glittery Pink Splash Goggles are embellished with pink gems and iridescent lenses. Nordstrom.com. | 9. UV-, mildew- and puncture-resistant, the YETI Hopper Flip 18 Cooler is the Caddy of coolers, holding up to 30 cans or 28 pounds of ice. Moosejaw, Birmingham; moosejaw.com. | 10. Cut from super-soft cotton, Peixoto’s Ora Mini Dress is detailed with intricate embroidery and
ruffled cuff — making it smooth sailing from poolside coverup to evening cocktails. Saks Fifth Avenue, Somerset Collection, Troy; saks.com. | 11. Inspired by swaying lemon vines, the Minnidip Inflatable Fountain Sprinkler in Striped Lemone brings the iconic tilework of the Amalfi Coast to your backyard. Area Target stores; target.com. | 12. Wrap up poolside with Cosita Linda’s sheer and shimmery Skyline Sarong — self-ties embellished with tassels allow you flexible drape to achieve different looks. Everything But Water, Somerset Collection, Troy; everythingbutwater.com. | 13. Lightweight, water-friendly and vegan, Cougar’s Pool Party Slide in Coral brings all-day cushy comfort. Sundance Shoes, Birmingham; sundanceshoes.com
IT’S SMOOTH SAILING TO A FAMILY-STYLE CRAB BOIL, RIGHT AT HOME.
Crab Boil!
ARTICLE BY LEANN PARKER | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES
July. It’s the best time to soak up the sun-kissed ease of summertime.
One of our favorite ways to do it — we love family-style meals like a crab boil this time of year. The food is the star of the show and a vital part of the tablescape — decor optional. Additional elements included here are a large paper-sail, light blue taper candles, a few large flowers, and heavy white rope as nautical accents. You can also use other elements such as large seashells, coral or seaglass. Use whatever you have on hand that lends a nod to the sea.
CENTERPIECE
• Blue Taper Candles placed in 8 oz. jelly jars filled with white sand (check out Royal Ram Natural Beach Sand on Amazon).
• Glass Bottles (12 packs sold at Michael’s) labeled “Let’s Sail Away.” Inside, roll up a handwritten note, joke or riddle for guests to enjoy a chuckle or conversation starter.
• Large Galvanized Tray (look for steel boot trays at Amazon or Lowe’s) overlaid with parchment paper to hold the crab-boil feast.
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.TABLE SETTING
• White Pasta Bowls
• Individual Ceramic Butter Warmers
• Linen Napkins
• Woven Placemats
• Galvanized Tavern Mugs
• Crab Napkin Rings (Arthurcourt.com)
• Crab Salt & Pepper (Arthurcourt.com)
• Crab Bottle Opener
• Parchment Paper
CRAB BOIL MENU
Fill a large stock pot halfway with cold water. Season with lemon peels, bay leaves, black pepper, red pepper flakes, Old Bay Seasoning and garlic powder. Bring to a boil and add crab
legs, sausage, potatoes and corn until cooked. Strain water and serve on a large galvanized tray, newspaper or parchment paper — enjoy with guests, family style. For fresh crab legs, head to Papa Joe’s Market or Plum Market, both in Bloomfield Hills; or you can carry-out readyto-eat from Hazel’s in Birmingham or Joe Muer Seafood in Bloomfield Hills.
Give each guest a bowl of garlic butter for dipping as well as lemons for squeezing (wrapped in cheesecloth and tied with twine to avoid seeds).
Include special beverages and desserts such as a tiered lemon cake or frozen treat to beat the heat.
For full instructions visit the blog at silvertoothhome.com/blog/crabboil.
The food is the star of the show and a vital part of the tablescape — decor optional.
ARTICLE BY STEPHANIE HASBROUCK
vacation VIBES
THESE EXOTIC COCKTAILS WILL TRANSPORT YOU TO PARADISE
Vacation time is just around the corner. We are dreaming of sitting on a secluded beach, sipping exotic cocktails with umbrellas in them. But why wait till vacation to enjoy a fun cocktail? These two easy and refreshing classics will instantly transport you to paradise.
Piña Colada
INGREDIENTS:
• 1 1/2 oz cream of coconut
• 2 oz light rum
• 3 oz pineapple juice
• Juice of ½ lime
• 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
• 1/2 cup ice
• Pineapple wedge for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS:
Blend frozen pineapple and ice for a couple of seconds. Add in the liquid ingredients and blend until smooth. (To make thicker, add ice. Add pineapple juice if too thick.) Garnish with a pineapple wedge.
Bay Breeze
INGREDIENTS:
• 2 oz vodka
• 3 oz cranberry juice
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• Pineapple wedge & maraschino cherry for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS:
Put desired amount of ice in glass, add vodka and pineapple juice. Top with cranberry juice. Garnish with a pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry and umbrella (of course).
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Exploring The Lost Pines Resort and Spa
Just on the outskirts of Austin, nestled on 400 acres of luscious and sprawling countryside, this fun-filled resort does not disappoint. Think Texas home-style ranch meets Southern luxury. Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa is a family-friendly destination that offers an array of activities for all ages to enjoy.
Guests are transported to a simpler time where both adults and kids can be seen casually riding bicycles around the property or strolling along the Colorado River that hugs the resort. Open areas with yard games, outdoor game tables, sports courts and a mini golf course invite families to engage in activities that allow for quality time spent enjoying the outdoors.
Choose between an adventurous getaway or a serene escape, as Lost Pines Resort and Spa has something for everyone. Resort experiences include horseback riding, skeet shooting, archery, guided ATV tours, fishing, kayaking and more. Cool off poolside at one of the many pools, or float on the 1,000-foot lazy river. Whether you’re a new or experienced golfer, the expansive, 18-hole, 7,200 yard golf course designed by award-winning architect Arthur Hills, allows golfers to enjoy the natural beauty of this championship course.
A Texas ranch-style resort wouldn’t be complete without animals. Visit the Lost Pines corral for daily meet and greets. Guests can interact with longhorns, miniature ponies, miniature donkeys, goats, alpacas and pigs. Families can enjoy nightly movies on the outdoor movie screen, and make s’mores fireside at one of the many
ADVENTUROUS GETAWAY OR A SERENE ESCAPE
“Resort experiences include horseback riding, skeet shooting, archery, guided ATV tours, fishing, kayaking and more.”
fire-pits around the resort. Scheduled kids activities are available day and evening throughout your stay. The expansive grounds allows guests to spend time exploring the activities on the property without feeling crowded by other guests.
The resort offers a variety of dining experiences for the culinary enthusiast including six different on-site restaurants, each offering unique bites and beverages. Enjoy a farm-to-table dining experience at Stories, where all food is sourced from local purveyors such as local wagyu beef and fresh garden greens grown at the on-site garden. They also offer an expansive selection of wines, scotch, and mixed drinks. For a unique dining experience, visit the renowned, exclusive 10-seat omakase, Sushi By Scratch, with Chef Philip Frankland Lee. This menufree establishment boasts a private and unexpected experience that is sure to please. Advanced reservations are required and encouraged as dining spots fill up quickly. For a more casual dining experience, visit one of the other four on-site restaurants including Maverick’s Roadhouse, the buffet style dining at Heartwood House, or the light bites enjoyed poolside at Old Buck’s Place. Eat alfresco at Maude’s Bar and Terrace with appetizers, small plates and cocktails. Listen to live music on the terrace and take in the night sky or cool off with a refreshing beverage after a day of activities at this charming spot. Located at the center of the resort, indoor and outdoor seating is thoughtfully arranged to invite guests to relax, unwind and enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds them.
After a day of making memories, retreat to the newly remodeled and spacious rooms and suites. The views are breathtaking, and all rooms offer elevated amenities that invite relaxation. The Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa is the perfect vacation destination to recharge regardless of what stage of life you are in. For more information visit LostPinesResortandSpa.com
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In the Park Summer Concerts
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. Concerts span a diverse range of genres appealing to all ages. Bring your entire family along for an unforgettable summer evening tradition! For the latest concert information and line-up, visit www.bhamgov.org/summerconcerts.
JULY 19TH
Birmingham Outdoor Movie Nights: Christmas in July
Booth Park
Head down to Booth Park for Birmingham's July outdoor movie night featuring The Muppets Christmas! 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 are held the following evening (Saturday).
The race may end here but your family legacy never does.
In 1925, Bayview Yacht Club launched its signature event from Port Huron to Mackinac Island, this is the 100 th year of the race. Sailors from around the globe participate in this yearly 204 -nautical-mile event. This is the longest continually run freshwater long distance sailboat race.
Jason M Geisz, has competed in the Bayview Mackinac Race for 24 consecutive years, winning back-to-back in 2009 and 2010, and being on the podium 4 other times in the last 5 years, after campaigning his Tripp 36, ‘Affirmed’, from 2011-2015. Jason is currently crewing on the SC70 ‘Evolution’, a member of the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club and CEO and Founder of Famiglia Wealth.
The Famiglia Wealth team has over 170 years of industry legacy, as in the sailing community, that matters. Wealth management is like sailing; strategic tax-efficient investing, analyzing estate planning instruments, communication, and most of all teamwork. Let Famiglia Wealth navigate your family through the waves of building your legacy.
JULY 27TH
Day on the Town
Downtown Birmingham
Visit downtown Birmingham on Saturday, July 27 for the biggest retail event of the year! Browse unique and discounted high-end merchandise in stores and on the streets and sidewalks throughout downtown Birmingham. There's something for everyone at this lively event. Visit allinbirmingham.com/visitors/dayonthetown for more information.
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