Mount Clemens, MI July 2023

Choosing the right Medicare coverage can be confusing with its alphabet soup of options. There is Original Medicare (Parts A and B), Medicare Supplement (Plans A-N), Prescription Drug Plan (Part D), Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C) and more.

How do you know what is the right choice for you?

Let’s have a no-cost to you, no-obligation conversation, and I’ll provide answers to your questions, and you’ll learn about:

 The A, B, C’s of Medicare

 How and when you can enroll

 What are supplements and how they help

 Extra Help with prescription drugs

 What is not covered by Medicare

 What are the options beyond Medicare

Call, message or email me to schedule an appointment and let me help you understand your options.

Summer is Here!

I hope this letter finds you laying by the pool or lake and soaking in some much-needed sunshine.

As the days grow longer and the weather gets warmer, I find myself so energized. There's just something about this season that brings about a sense of excitement and adventure!

Sure, fall has my favorite flavors and scents, winter has its cozy charms, and I can't deny the beauty of spring. But when the summer solstice rolls around, I’m more than ready for the long, languid days of floating in the water, working in my garden, or enjoying a great meal outdoors.

The pages in our Summer Fun issue will help you make the most of this season in and around Mount Clemens. And even if summer doesn't mean three months of summer vacation anymore (because we're, you know, adults) we can still look forward to an adventure by crossing things off our ultimate summer bucket list and curling up with a new favorite beach read. (P.S. Teachers, you deserve this much-needed break!)

As we roll out our seventh issue, I’d love to express my appreciation to our advertising partners. Their investment in this publication gives us the opportunity to bring this magazine free to your home or business each month. And they’re not just investing in the magazine, they’re helping to spread GOOD NEWS about our community to nearly 60,000 readers each month.

Please, take a good look at our advertising partners in this, and every issue, and patronize them as a way of saying “thank you” for supporting our community!

Cheers,

KIMBERLY JANOWICZ, PUBLISHER @MOUNTCLEMENSCITYLIFESTYLE

July 2023

PUBLISHER

Kimberly Janowicz | kimberly.janowicz@citylifestyle.com

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Amy Niezur | amy.niezur@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Lauren Lane

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Kevin Shea, Kelly Hughes, Janie Jones

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA Mindy Hargesheimer

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

AD DESIGNER Rachel Chrisman

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kathy Nguyen

city scene

Where neighbors can see and be seen.

1: PGS Dentistry at the Natural Health and Wellness Fair with new location in Harrison Township. 2: Skin Therapy by Lara at the Natural Health and Wellness Fair. 3: Owner Cheryl Pittiglio and her sons Cole and Dalton offer demolition-free mold remediation. 4: Susan Laurent of Natural Healing Therapeutic Massage, a therapeutic functional movement massage practice. 5: Jennifer Gale of The Urban Naturopath produced the Natural Health and Wellness Fair. 6: Manuela Koziarz, new owner of gift shop The Nest, at the Made in Michigan Show. 7: Mount Clemens gear at the Made in Michigan Show.

Photography by Kelly Hughes

Photography by Kelly Hughes

8: The Made in Michigan Show showcased over 70 vendors this year. 9: Dogs delight at the Mount Clemens Farmers Market. 10: Enjoying the Made in Michigan Show outside of Clementine’s Pastries. 11: The perfect mug at the Made in Michigan Show. 12: Shopping local at the Made in Michigan Show. 13: Music in the air at the Mount Clemens Farmers Market. 14: Young shoppers at the Mount Clemens Farmers Market.

business monthly

A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Cabinetry by Better Bilt Celebrates 5th Anniversary

Cabinetry by Better Bilt, located in Mount Clemens, is celebrating five years in business under its current owner, Interior Designer Andrea Yeip. After joining the company in 2012, Andrea purchased the business from the original owner in June of 2018 and is proud to lead their talented team. From left to right: Interior Designer Alex Tooma, Interior Designer and Design Manager Devon Moore, Interior Designer and Owner Andrea Yeip, and Design Assistant Danielle Malecki.

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Pure Air Mold Removal Macomb Has Help for Allergy Sufferers

Pure Air Mold Removal Macomb owner Cheryl Pittiglio has the prescription for those needing help with allergy symptoms. A line of air purifiers from GreenTech Direct are now available through Pure Air’s website at pureairmacomb.com. The PureAir 3000 is a whole-home air purifier, and smaller purifiers, down to wearable personal purifiers, are also on offer. Cheryl says the wearable purifies air in a 3-foot radius, perfect for working out or spending time outdoors.

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Mount Clemens Fire Department Announces New Firefighter

The Mount Clemens Fire Department is proud to announce the arrival of its new probationary firefighter, Jake Korzenowski. Jake will be working on Shift 1 for the Mount Clemens Fire Department and will be spending the rest of the year earning his place with the rest of the team. Congratulations Jake!

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Photography Kelly Hughes

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Summer Entertaining

FRESH RECIPES FOR BACKYARD GRILLING

Warm summer evenings are perfect for firing up the grill and enjoying the best of the season with friends and family. Lauren Lane of @Lauren_Lane_

Culinarian is serving up some of her favorites. Try an easy and delicious salad with tomatoes, peaches, and burrata cheese and steak hot from the grill with a savory Chimichurri sauce. A pitcher of ice-cold vodka lemonade will refresh your guests, and a grilled corn salad adds the perfect touch.

ARTICLE BY AMY NIEZUR AND LAUREN LANE PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES

Tomato, Peach, and Burrata Salad

ingredients:

• A few big pinches of Kosher salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano or

• 2 teaspoons fresh oregano

• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

• 2 large heirloom tomatoes or large plum to toes, or cherry tomatoes (about 2 1/2 pounds total)

• Two peaches

• 8 ounces mozzarella pearls or small balls

• 4 ounces burrata cheese

• ¼ cup torn fresh basil leaves, plus additiona whole leaves for garnish

• Thinly sliced salami (optional)

directions:

1. Combine salt, pepper, oregano, balsamic vinegar, torn basil, and olive oil in a small bowl for dressing.

2. Place the burrata cheese in the center of a platter. Slice tomatoes and peaches. Arrange tomatoes, peaches, and mozzarella around the cheese. Fold slices of salami and add if desired.

3. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with more salt and pepper to taste and garnish with whole basil.

Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh Italian parsley, packed

• ½ cup olive oil

• 1/3 cup red wine vinegar

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, packed (optional)

• 2 garlic cloves, peeled

• ¾ teaspoon dried crushed red pepper

• ½ teaspoon ground cumin

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 ½-2 lbs flank steak

directions:

1. In food processor, combine all ingredients (except steak) and puree until smooth. Transfer sauce to bowl.

2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Sear steak for 6-8 minutes on each side until heavily browned on the outside and slightly pink in the center.

3. Thinly slice steak across the grain. Top with sauce and serve.

Grilled Corn Salad

ingredients:

• 2 ears corn, grilled and cut from cobs

• 1 small shallot, thinly sliced in rings

• ¼ cup feta or goat cheese, crumbled

• 3 sprigs basil, stems removed and torn

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

• Black pepper (to taste)

• Sliced jalapeno (optional)

directions:

1. Place corn kernels in a bowl. Add remaining ingredients and mix to combine.

2. Taste and add additional salt, pepper, and vinegar as needed.

Pitcher Vodka Lemonade

ingredients:

• 48 ounces homemade lemonade (or store-bought)

• 12 ounces vodka

• Ice, for serving

• 1 lemon, sliced thinly

• Fresh mint for garnish

directions:

1. Make lemonade if desired. Pour homemade or storebought lemonade into a pitcher.

2. Add vodka and lemon slices.

3. To serve, pour over ice and garnish with fresh mint.

ADDITIONAL IDEAS TO ROUND OUT YOUR MEAL:

• Drizzle store-bought hummus with olive oil and fresh basil, crumbled feta, toasted pine nuts or capers and serve with warm pita.

• Top slices of store-bought pound or angel food cake with fresh berries, whipped cream, and mint leaves.

LOVE THE SKIN YOU’RE IN

Belle Santé Medical Spa Shares Their Journey and How to Make Summer Skin Glow

“I had no plans to open a spa, or even to hire any employees,” says Jessica Harpe, owner of Belle Santé Medical Spa and Licensed Esthetician and Massage Therapist. “I started out as a solo practitioner in 2008. I just enjoyed what I did and never had any aspirations of being a business owner. My passion for beauty and wellness was enough to get me started, and I had built up a large following—so large that I reached a point where if I wanted to expand, I would have to hire others to help meet demand and move out of my mom’s basement.”

Once Jessica made the decision to go into business for herself, it continued to bloom. “Over the years,” she says, “I have moved locations a few times as my business continued to grow. I eventually settled in the Lakeshore Plaza of St. Clair Shoes at 13 Mile and Harper, where I have been ever since. I was very proud of the spa I had built.”

Unfortunately, despite her success, Jessica faced a significant setback. “In March of 2021, our spa had a fire. We lost everything overnight. All of the hard work I put into my business went up in smoke and I had to spend some time doing some

real soul-searching as to what I wanted to do next. I had a dream of turning my day spa into a medical spa. I wanted to be able to continue offering the same services to my customers that they had come to know and love but add a few more things to our service menu. I will be honest, as much as I loved the idea, I knew I could not do it alone. I had no idea what running a medical spa would be like. I spent time learning about this new side of the industry and making sure I hired the right team to guide me and help run my business. After a few months of construction, we reopened our doors as Belle Santé Medical Spa in December of 2021.”

Part of the team Jessica relies upon is Josh Gartner, Belle Santé Medical Spa’s Creative Director and Operations Manager. With warmer weather here, and many of us wanting to get our skin looking its best for the beach while keeping it safe from the damaging effects of the sun, Josh says Belle Santé can help.  At Belle Santé Medical Spa, clients can choose from a menu of services from fillers to waxing, and from laser hair removal to skincare products targeted to your needs.

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ARTICLE BY AMY NIEZUR PHOTOGRAPHY BY KEVIN SHEA

Belle Santé also offers a variety of spa packages for those looking to indulge themselves in a little well-deserved pampering, including their popular “Half Day Bliss” option, which includes a massage, soothing muscle treatment, preventative facial and eye mask.

For keeping summer skin safe from damaging rays, Josh suggests always wearing sunscreen. “Even if it’s cloudy out or it’s raining,” he says, “put on some sunscreen. The sun can cause so much damage to our skin in just a few minutes, so make sure you’re taking care of yourself and putting on sunscreen every single day no matter what.”

Josh also emphasizes the importance of proper cleansing to keep your skin looking great. “A deep facial once a month is perfect to maintain and protect healthy skin all summer long,” he notes. Belle Santé offers a variety of facials depending on your individual needs, including preventative, hydrafacials, and corrective facials customized by the aesthetician for each client.

The range of choices can seem overwhelming, but Josh emphasizes the best option is to come in for a free consultation. “We have the best staff,” he says. “They are so knowledgeable and truly have mastered what they do. Not everyone has the same skin, and we are all built differently—so there is not a one size fits all answer.” Their aestheticians, says Josh, “can put together a custom plan for you.”

From its start in Jessica’s mother’s basement to its rebirth as Belle Santé Medical Spa, Jessica reflects on the journey. “It has been a real learning curve over the last year and a half. I know that there’s always more to learn—and that’s why I continue to attend conferences, network with people in the industry and stay on top of what the latest and greatest technology is in the beauty industry.”

Jessica Harpe

“At Belle Santé Medical Spa, clients can choose from a menu of services from fillers to waxing, and from laser hair removal to skincare products targeted to your needs.”

ARTICLE BY AMY NIEZUR PHOTOGRAPHY BY KEVIN SHEA

Sturgeon for Tomorrow

STEVE GUC ON HIS PASSION FOR OUR NATIVE FISH

The lake sturgeon, one of the oldest fish species on earth, has long lived in the Great Lakes. Steve Guc, a State Farm insurance agent in Mount Clemens, is one of their champions. Through his work with St. Clair-Detroit River Sturgeon for Tomorrow, Steve aims to improve public outreach and understanding of conservation of this important fish and its habitat.

St. Clair-Detroit River Sturgeon for Tomorrow was organized in October 2010, says Steve, “by a group of anglers that hosted a National Geographic sturgeon fishing segment for the ‘Monster Fish’ series.” The National Geographic story focused on the invasion of Asian carp and how this could affect lake sturgeon populations in the Great Lakes watershed.

“We came to the realization that we have something very unique and important here. Lake sturgeon are a somewhat inaccessible hidden gem of the Great Lakes. As abundant as they are, they are hardly seen,” says Steve. “Most people do not even know they exist in the St. Clair River, and many cannot identify one when they see it.”

“Lake sturgeon are a somewhat inaccessible hidden gem of the Great Lakes. As abundant as they are, they are hardly seen,” — Steve Guc

Steve Guc

“We bring people and sturgeon together through our different outreach events, and more importantly, by promoting ethical and sustainable fishing.” — Steve

Guc

“Sturgeon spend most of their time in deep water, where they cannot be smelled, seen, touched, tasted, or heard,” Steve adds. Through Sturgeon for Tomorrow, “we bring people and sturgeon together through our different outreach events, and more importantly, by promoting ethical and sustainable fishing.”

One of the outreach events is their Earth Day event, which seeks to “create understanding that our attitudes and actions have a large impact on the world around us,” says Steve. Held this year in late April at the St. Clair County Earth Fair in Goodells, Steve notes the importance of spreading the word about sturgeon, which were pushed to the brink of extinction by overharvest, habitat degradation, and pollution. “The message is to be aware of the consequences of our attitudes and actions.”

Sturgeon for Tomorrow’s outreach programs are not limited to Earth Day. The Sturgeon in the Classroom program, guided by the cooperation of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the St. Clair-Detroit and Black Lake chapters of Sturgeon for Tomorrow, aims to build awareness of the lake sturgeon for schoolchildren. “Students receive a baby lake sturgeon in early fall to raise during the school year,” says Steve. “These are hatchery-raised fish that are a few months old and a few inches long. They are held under special collectors and endangered species permits issued by the DNR. At the end of the school year, the fish, which are typically 12 to 15 inches long, are returned to their native waters to live out their lives in the wild.”

For those interested in getting involved, Steve recommends going sturgeon fishing with a charter captain or joining St. Clair-Detroit River Sturgeon for Tomorrow. “Fishing creates the greatest opportunity for interaction with sturgeon. Most everyone that catches one develops a deep appreciation for the fish. Very few are ever harvested,” he says. “Last but not least, sturgeon are fun.”

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CITY LIFESTYLE

Summer Bucket List

Welcome, summer! As a hyper-local publication, we thrive on helping our readers make connections with the cities they live in, the businesses that make up their communities and the inspiring individuals making a positive mark. Are you ready for your most adventurous, fun summer? Here are summer bucket list ideas for you to accomplish this year. We hope you’ll explore a new neighborhood, spend a lazy Saturday afternoon at a new winery or taste the flavors at a local ice cream shop. Let us know what you discover and enjoy! We’d love to hear.

KIDS

Make the most of this Summer! Check off these activities on our Kids Summer Bucket List as you complete them throughout the summer. P.S. You might need an adult’s help with some of these! Make

Explore a New Local Park Go

Do a Random Act of Kindness for a Stranger

Write a Kind Note to a Friend

Ride a Rollercoaster

Visit a Carnival

Summer is finally here. Take advantage of the season with our Adult Summer Bucket List. Check off these activities as you complete them with your family and friends and congratulate yourself on a Summer well-spent!

EXPLORE A NEW AREA OF YOUR CITY

events

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

Blake’s Lavender Festival

BLAKE’S, 17985 ARMADA CENTER RD ARMADA, MI | 10:00 AM

It’s that time of year again! Sip a cool lavender lemonade or enjoy a lavender-infused hard cider or beer. Classes, demonstrations, DIY make and take, children’s activities, u-pick lavender, and more. Runs through July 16, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. Visit blakefarms.com for more information.

Crocker House Museum Garden Walk

CROCKER HOUSE MUSEUM AND GARDENS, 15 UNION ST MOUNT CLEMENS, MI | 9:00 AM

Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of Mount Clemens’ beautiful gardens! Start at the Crocker House Museum with refreshments and an optional museum tour, then grab a map to enjoy the gardens. Tickets are $12 for members and $15 for non-members. Visit crockerhousemuseum.org for more information.

Riverfront Sight and Sound Concert

CLINTON RIVER PARK, MOUNT CLEMENS, MI | 7:00 PM

Bring your picnic and enjoy a night on the riverfront from 7:00 to 9:00 PM! Air Margaritaville will be performing. Brought to you by Mount Clemens Downtown Development Authority. Free.

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