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PARADISE AT HOME
Imagine waking up to the gentle shimmer of the water, sipping your morning coffee on a private pier, or hosting unforgettable evenings in your own lush backyard oasis.
Kristie Lohmann of RE/MAX First specializes in high-end luxury properties that turn dreams into daily life. Whether it’s a waterfront retreat, an elegant estate, or a backyard built for serenity, Kristie brings unparalleled market knowledge, personalized service, and a passion for helping you find not just a house— but your perfect escape.
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A Salute to the Modern Gentleman
Hello, my friends!
As the summer sun settles in, June gives us the perfect opportunity to celebrate the timeless spirit of the gentleman — a man of honor, heart, and humility.
In this special "Gentleman’s Issue," we tip our hats to the many ways men enrich our lives, from creating memories around the grill to building legacies rooted in love and service. You’ll find a mouthwatering summer steak recipe with bright, bold flavors that are perfect for backyard gatherings. We also introduce you to Chris Henninger of Live Oak Tree Services, a true gentleman who lives by faith, family values, and a commitment to treating others with kindness and respect.
As Father’s Day approaches, we’ve gathered meaningful gift ideas that go beyond the usual, offering ways to create priceless memories for the dads and father figures who have shaped our lives. We also touch on an often-overlooked act of love: securing life insurance — because real strength lies in planning for those we hold dear.
And finally, every man deserves a space to unwind and recharge. Take a peek at inspiring ideas for creating the ultimate man cave, whether it’s a cozy retreat or a bold statement of personality.
Here's to the men who lead with integrity, love fiercely, and live fully. This issue is for you.
Cheers,
KIMBERLY JANOWICZ,
PUBLISHER
June 2025
PUBLISHER
Kimberly Janowicz | kimberly.janowicz@citylifestyle.com
EDITOR
Marshall Zweig | marshall.zweig@citylifestyle.com
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Katie Bobrow, Mel Boban, Emily Foster
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CRO Jamie Pentz
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LAYOUT DESIGNER Kathy Nguyen
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WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN
1: Manuela Koziarz celebrates her 2nd anniversary as the owner of The Nest Collaborative. 2: Focused, determined, unstoppable — congratulations on advancing toward Black Belt and Beyond. 3: Paddles the Duck reminds us to enjoy the free kayak rentals on the Clinton River! 4: One step closer to Black Belt — your hard work and dedication shine bright! 5: The Mount Clemens Lions Club celebrates 90 years of dedicated service to our community! 6: Smiles, laughter, and new dictionaries for 3rd Graders — thanks to the Kiwanis and Rosco! 7: Congratulations to Jack, recipient of the Mount Clemens Lions Club Lawrence F. Schott, Jr. Scholarship!
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SUMMER GRILL RECIPES
ARTICLE BY KATIE BOBROW
THESE DELICIOUS RECIPES ARE LIGHT, BRIGHT AND FEEL LIKE SUMMER
The sun has returned, and grilling season is upon us. With the nice weather comes vegetable gardens and fresh produce, along with the overwhelming desire to be outside as much as possible. We’ve compiled some fresh and light dishes that you can shop for at your local farmers market and whether you’re looking for a quick mid-week meal or something to grill for a crowd on the weekend these dishes won’t disappoint. These pair well together or can stand on their own!
INGREDIENTS:
• 2lbs. Outside skirt steak*
• 2 Tablespoons lime*
• 2 Tablespoons finely, chopped cilantro
• ¼ Cup olive oil or avocado oil
• ¼ White onion, finely chopped
• 1 Tablespoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
1. Place skirt steak into gallon freezer bag
2. Combine all other ingredients in bowl and mix. Pour over steak and marinate for 3-4 hours or overnight in the fridge.
3. Bring skirt steak to room temperature by letting it sit out for one hour.
4. Get your grill hot on one side and medium on the other.
SIMPLE SKIRT STEAK
5. Once the grill is ready, wipe excess marinade off steak. Starting on the hot side, place skirt steak on grill for 2 minutes per side, attaining a nice sear.
6. Transfer steak to the cooler side of grill and cook until the internal temp is 130°. Let rest for 10 minutes (temp will rise while resting).
7. Carve and serve. This dish pairs well with beans and rice or served as tacos. Following is a chimichurri sauce that compliments it nicely.
*Outside skirt steak is a more tender cut than inside skirt steak, for this recipe outside skirt is recommended. Do not use too much lime as the citrus can cook the meat before putting it on the grill, resulting in a tougher texture.
SUM MER
CHIMICHURRI
INGREDIENTS:
• ½ Cup parsley, finely chopped
• ½ Cup cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 3 Cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Red chili (whole or deseeded depending on desired level of heat)
• ½ Teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 Teaspoon salt
• 1 Tablespoon lime juice (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
Combine all ingredients in a bowl. You can make this in the late morning and let it sit for around 4-6 hours, or you can make it the day before and let the flavors meld overnight in the fridge. Just be sure to take it out and get it to room temp before you serve it, as olive oil hardens in the fridge. Serve over skirt steak or tacos.
ROASTED CORN SALSA
INGREDIENTS:
• 2 Ears sweet corn
• 10oz. Cherry tomatoes
• ¼ Cup lime juice
• 1 Finely chopped jalapeno or serrano (whole or deseeded depending on desired level of heat)
• ¼ Cup cilantro, finely chopped
• ½ Cup white onion, chopped
• 2 Cloves garlic, minced
• Salt to taste
DIRECTIONS:
1. Grill corn, you do not need to soak the corn beforehand.
2. Place corn on the grill (inside their husks) over medium heat turning every few minutes.
3. After 10 to 12 minutes shuck the corn and put the cobs back on the grill for 2-4 minutes rotating frequently to achieve that charred look and flavor.
4. Cut the corn from the cob, place in bowl and add all other ingredients. Let the mixture meld for about an hour and serve with tortilla chips or as a taco garnish.
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ARTICLE BY MARSHALL ZWEIG
The Giving Trees
Chris Henninger reflects on trees, life lessons, and the roots of compassionate service
I ask Chris Henninger, owner of Live Oak Tree Service, why he chose to dedicate his life to trees.
“Trees look ancient. You never know how they’re going to grow once you plant them. They're majestic.” For Chris, trees symbolize both unpredictability and grace, mirroring life itself.
Chris’s relationship with trees began early: in the summers he worked alongside his father, who owned a tree service in Macomb County. "My dad taught me this trade,” Chris declares, adding that he’s been climbing trees professionally since 1993. When Chris lived for a time in Florida, he encountered the southern live oak—a tree that would profoundly inspire him. “It’s the heaviest, densest hardwood in North America. It doesn’t grow in Michigan, but I fell in love with it down south. When I returned, naming my business after it felt right.”
Trees for Chris are deeply personal—and he’s not the only human who’s like that: Chris recalls trees being significant markers in many of his clients’ lives. "I’ve had trees with sentimental value in my own life,” he reflects. “I try to respect that with customers.”
Chris also knows the flip side of trees: “Some give peace,” he notes, “others cause anxiety. A perfectly healthy tree can still pose a hazard, so peace of mind and prudence have to take priority. But it’s all about what's right for their home and family. Sometimes people hesitate to remove a tree. I tell
them, 'We can always prune first. It’s costlier, but you won’t have to say goodbye yet.’”
He recalls one couple's struggle with a majestic oak whose branches repeatedly threatened their home— and their toddler. “We started to remove the tree, and they came out, torn. They weren’t ready. So we waited,” Chris says gently. “Ten minutes later, they decided. It was hard. A week later, they called me to come trim one of their other trees, and the man told me his wife had been in tears the whole week over the loss of that tree.”
I suggest that when a tree of ours dies, we’re confronted with your own mortality. Chris agrees. “It’s sobering,” he says. “Maybe that’s why people grieve them so deeply.”
Chris’s deep emotional connection with trees surfaces vividly when he brings up Shel Silverstein’s The Giving Tree— a book I still know by heart and immediately demonstrate to Chris. We’re both moved recalling the end of the book, when the tree—now a stump—offers the boy, who’s now an old man, a place to rest. “That's profound,” Chris opines. “That book shows how important trees are to creation.”
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“I’ve had trees with sentimental value…I respect that with customers.”
Chris Henninger
When I ask about Chris’s guiding philosophy, he takes a moment before thoughtfully referencing Colossians 3:17: “Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus.” For Chris, this isn't mere scripture—it’s how he runs his business. “When I show up at someone’s home, my goal is honesty and integrity. I want to serve them well, as though working directly for God.”
Reflecting on his most valuable life lessons, Chris distills them succinctly: “Do what you say you’re going to do, and always treat people how you want to be treated. Those are the two biggest lessons I’ve learned—good and bad.”
When I ask about the future of his business, Chris’s aspirations remain clear: “I want to always provide good service at a fair price. If I can’t, I'll find something else. That’s my ambition—to simply do right by people and their trees.”
I come away clear: for Chris Henninger, caring for trees is more than a business. It’s a sacred covenant, rooted— quite literally—in service, compassion and respect.
To talk with Chris about your tree needs: liveoaktreecompany.com or (586) 419-1783
Live Oak Tree Service
Tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and health-focused tree care—delivered with integrity and deep respect for your home and land. Chris Henninger brings decades of experience and a heart for service to every job, offering honest advice, careful craftsmanship, and a commitment to peace of mind.
Photo by Live Oak Tree
Priceless Memories
Advice Editorial: Gift Giving Inspiration For Dads
ARTICLE BY MEL BOBAN
Learn Together
Learning a new skill together, or sharing a favorite hobby, is a great way to bond. If Dad likes woodworking or fishing, finding a class to attend together goes beyond gifting tools and allows fun.
Retro Movie Night
Enjoy a movie night together with popcorn, candy and all the fixings. Home movies enable strolls down memory lane, or one of his favorite movies from his childhood makes for fun conversation. Ordering a projector for a large format screening makes the movie night feel extra theatrical.
Chef’s Kiss
Take the food pressure off Dad and invite local culinary experts to prepare a meal. A fun theme, based around his favorite vacation, such as Hawaiian food, will make the evening memorable. Alternatively, try a local cooking class together based on his favorite cuisine.
Blast From The Past
Brainstorm childhood memories together and enjoy a day reliving them. If he chaperoned a trip to the zoo, experience it again together. If short on time, stop at a favorite ice cream stand and tell him how much you cherish the memories.
THE HONORABLE THING, THE LOVING THING
TO HEALTHMARKETS’ SUE EVERETT, LIFE INSURANCE IS ABOUT MAKING SURE THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE YOU AREN’T LOST WITHOUT YOU
ARTICLE BY MARSHALL ZWEIG
Earlier this year—fifteen years into her career—Sue Everett got the call no life insurance agent forgets.
It was her first death benefit claim.
“It was sobering,” Sue says. “I’ve spent years helping people plan for the unthinkable. But when it actually happens—when someone’s gone and the family’s left picking up the pieces—that’s when you see the real value of this work.”
The man who passed had done what too many don’t: he got coverage. Because of that choice, his family had a financial cushion. Not riches. Not magic. But breathing room. The space to grieve without panic. To cover loose ends. To begin adjusting to a life they never expected to live.
Sue, a seasoned HealthMarkets agent, says many men don’t want to talk about life insurance. “It feels morbid, or like you're planning for failure,” she explains. “But death is not failure. It’s reality. And insurance is a way to protect the people you love most.”
When men are willing to talk about life insurance, they often joke about it.
“One guy told me, ‘Why would I die and let her next boyfriend enjoy my money?’
Another said, ‘If I’m gone, they’ll figure it out.’ But here’s the thing: nobody should have to figure it out in the middle of their grief. That’s not love. That’s just irresponsible. Do the honorable thing, and protect your loved ones the way they deserve to be protected."
Sue specializes in helping young families in the prime of life. Those men often think they don’t need life insurance, because time is on their side. “I hear it all the time: young, healthy, optimistic guys saying, 'I'm not going to die tomorrow,’ Sue relates. “I reply, 'That's exactly why now is the best time to set up life
insurance—while it's affordable. The younger and healthier you are, the easier—and cheaper—it is to get covered.”
That’s a young person’s other misconception: life insurance is too costly. But Sue says the reality is, healthy people in their late 20s or early 30s can secure substantial coverage for as little as $10 to $30 a month. "When I hear a guy claim they can't afford it, I pull out my 'mom' pad and ask about daily coffees, takeout lunches, or streaming subscriptions. Most people spend far more monthly on these little luxuries than it would cost to protect their families."
One overlooked option Sue highlights is whole life insurance for children, which not only protects them early but builds value as they grow. "“It’s one of the smartest things you can do for your kids,” Sue says. “You’re setting them up with something lasting, something they’ll thank you for years down the road. It's pennies a day when they're young, but it offers lifelong benefits.” Sue even took advantage of those lifelong benefits herself: “I cashed in my own policy after 12 years and got a very nice chunk of change. It can come in handy when you might need it."
At the end of the day, Sue says, love is about facing life’s saddest truth with a brave heart and a clear head.
“We're all going to leave this life someday. The honorable thing—the loving thing—is making sure those left behind aren't burdened financially. That's why I'm committed to this work. It's not just insurance; it’s compassion in action."
Sue’s HealthMarkets office is located at 21370 Cass Avenue in Clinton Township. Walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a free consultation and needs analysis, call Sue’s assistant, Debbie Nagle, at (586) 424-6464
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Sue Everett
Sue Everett helps protect what matters most—your family, your future, your peace of mind. From life insurance to health and Medicare plans, she makes sure you’re covered when life throws the unexpected—and helps you build a strong foundation for what’s next.
GIVE YOUR MAN
A Look at The Man Cave
ARTICLE BY EMILY FOSTER INTERIORS
Ok ladies, for those of you that live with your man and are not too keen on his collection of deer heads or affinity for all things Chicago Blackhawks, then let me help you create his very own man cave, that you and he can be proud of.
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HIS SPACE
With how a man cave is usually done in mind, there are plenty of ways to make this hideaway both agreeable and full of style. I always start with what is most important to your man and 9 out of 10 times it is comfortable seating. So, with that in mind, I start with smart seating. Do we need a sectional? Can we get away with a cool reclining chair? Do we need Barstools? Comfortable, durable, and stylish seating is my jumping-off point.
COMFORTABLE SEATING
THE RIGHT TELEVISION
Next, of course, there will need to be a TV for gaming and/or sports watching. Try and get him the size he wants, if it can work in space and not be too obnoxious (ladies, you’ll thank me later) because this is all men truly care about. He gets his big TV, then you have more of an opportunity to get what you want in the rest of the house. It’s a win-win.
EXPRESSIVE DECOR
Lastly, without getting too “theme-y,” I organize what he loves and treasures into a gallery wall. I recently did one wall of really cool wallpaper for a husband that was a huge Star Wars fan. It was a black and white Star Wars print that gave this aficionado a fun way to bring his subject matter and style together.
No matter who you are or what you like, I believe every person needs a space where he or she can relax, breathe and be joyful in. Man Caves are no exception.
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JUNE 6TH, 13TH AND 20TH
Friday Night
Summer Grooves
Main Stage on North Walnut Street
The Uptown Friday Night Concert Series is back June 6, 13, and 20! Bring a portable chair and friends for an evening of live music and fun in Downtown Mount Clemens. Before the concert, grab dinner at your favorite spot and enjoy a great night out. Follow Mount Clemens City Lifestyle on Facebook and Instagram for the full concert lineup!
JUNE 7TH
Classic Cars, Live Music, and Family Fun in Mount Clemens!
Downtown Mount Clemens, at the center of Main and Market Street. | 7:00 AM
Celebrate the golden days of cruising at the 33rd Annual Mount Clemens Cruise! It starts Friday, June 6, 2025, with Pre-Registration Night and live music at 5 PM. Then, on Saturday, gather downtown to relive classic memories and make new ones with family as we cruise Gratiot Avenue together. Hosted by Friends of Mount Clemens. Details at mountclemenscruise.com
JUNE 14TH
3rd Annual Urban Street Fair by The Bohemian Goat
The Bohemian Goat, 69 North Walnut Street, Mount Clemens, MI | 11:00 AM
It’s a whole vibe! Celebrate creativity at the 3rd Annual Urban Street Fair by the Bohemian Goat! Discover eclectic art, groove to live music, and experience a day full of vibrant expression. Join us June 14th, 11 AM–7 PM. Follow The Bohemian Goat on Facebook for artist spotlights, entertainment lineups, and more creative magic.
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My son has been a student at Romanelli’s for over five years. I cannot express how great this dojo is. My son’s first experience with karate was through a school organization, and that teacher clearly did not know how to deal with young children. The instructors at Romanelli’s are unbelievably GREAT with children of all ages. They naturally modify their teaching styles and expectations based on each child’s individual age, level, and individual needs. The growth my son has shown in both selfesteem and physical abilities is un unbelievable. I would HIGHLY recommend this dojo for children, teens, and adults.
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JUNE 21ST
Finders Keepers at The Conservatory
June Flea Market!
The Conservatory, 38807 Harper Avenue, Clinton Township, MI | 10:00 AM
Discover “History for Your Home” at The Conservatory Flea Market— owned by collector, designer, and dealer Holly Moyer. Browse vintage treasures, antiques, and handmade crafts, then grab a bite from local food trucks. Don’t miss the charming old-fashioned apothecary upstairs for a truly unique shopping experience! Follow The Conservatory on Facebook and Instagram for more details.
JUNE 22ND THROUGH 23RD
Sweet Summertime Fun at Blake’s
Strawberry Festival
Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill, 17985 Armada Center Road, Armada, MI | 8:00 AM
Bring the whole family to Blake’s Strawberry Festival and kick off summer with sweet, sun-kissed fun! Pick your own strawberries (8 AM–7:30 PM), enjoy kid-friendly activities, live music, and line dancing (4 PM–10 PM). Treat yourself to delicious strawberry sweets, farm-fresh hard cider, and craft beer. No tickets needed! Visit blakefarms.com/ strawberry-festival for details.
JUNE 27TH
Stars, Stripes, and Fireworks on the Clinton River
Clinton River Park, downtown Mount Clemens | 7:30 PM
Spend a timeless summer evening celebrating our nation’s independence! On Friday, June 27, gather along the banks of the Clinton River with blankets and picnic baskets for live music at 7:30 PM, and a dazzling fireworks display at dusk. Boat wells are available first-come, firstserved. A true All-American night for the whole family! Rain date June 28th.
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