Detroit is My Home

25
Oct

Write on!

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Make plans now to attend the “Essence of Motown” Writers’ Alliance Literary Weekend - taking place Nov. 9-10.

Author Panels (for readers & writers) will be Nov 11 and 12. Click on the website fo details.

24
Oct

According to the PB&J Campaign, the classic lunchbox staple will save the equivalent of 2.5 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions when it’s chosen instead of an average animal-based lunch like a hamburger, a tuna sandwich, grilled cheese, or chicken nuggets.

Somehow I don’t think those gourmet PB&J restaurants qualify, like the one I saw at DTW (and why would anyone buy a PB&J, anyway?). But it’s an easy way to go green, and save some green in the process.

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23
Oct

More fun facts

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Detroit:
• is home to the largest flower-bedding market in the world – Eastern Market

• shares the world’s first auto traffic tunnel between two nations – the Detroit/Windsor Tunnel

• has the most registered bowlers in the United States

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21
Oct

New mall opens

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

I can’t wait to check out the new Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township. A closer alternative to Somerset for east side residents, the new mall boasts a Parisian, Apple, Brooks Brothers, and Brighton Collectibles - a high-end women’s accessories store.

The Free Press reports that the mall created 1,500 construction jobs and 2,000 permanent retail jobs.

It’s located on Hall Road, between Romeo Plank and Garfield.

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19
Oct

More fun facts

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Did you know … Detroit:

• is the potato chip capital of the world, based on consumption

• is home to the world’s only floating post office, the J.W. Westcott II, can be found on the Detroit River

• is north of Canada

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18
Oct

Zoo Boo returns

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

“Zoo Boo” returns to the Detroit Zoo tomorrow. The annual “merry not scary” Halloween event features a treat trail through the zoo, a children’s game tent, Haunted Reptile House and the famous mini-musical Zoo Boo Revue.

Zoo Boo runs October 19-21 and 25-31
Info: (248) 398-0900

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17
Oct

Halloween-field Village

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Step back in time to a turn-of-the-20th century Halloween at Greenfield Village. Follow a path of hand-carved jack-o-lanterns and meet colorful characters along the way. Feel the whoosh as the headless horseman rides by, banter with a clever witch, and make stops at several treat stations spread throughout the Village.

Dates:October 19-21 & 26-28

MEMBER Adults & Children $10
NONMEMBER Adults & Children $12
CHILDREN 2 Years & Younger free
More info

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16
Oct

Flu shots available

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

The City of Detroit Department of Health and Wellness Promotion will offer flu shots at various locations in Detroit from now through December 6. Local residents, particularly those considered high priority for getting flu shots, are urged to get their vaccinations as soon as possible. The cost for the vaccine is $10 for those who do not have Medicaid or Medicare (Part B).

The best way to prevent the flu is getting a flu vaccination each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people at high risk for serious flu complications include:

Children from six months to age five
Pregnant women
Individuals ages 50 and older
Individuals of any age with chronic medical conditions, such as asthma and diabetes
Individuals who live with or care for persons at high risk

People with severe allergic reactions to eggs, thimerosal, or have a history of Gullian Barre Syndrome, should not get the flu vaccine. In addition, individuals with a fever, respiratory illnesses, or with active infections should see their doctor prior to receiving this vaccine.

For more information, call (313) 876-4334 or click here.

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15
Oct

Take action

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Today is Blog Action Day, a day where bloggers around the globe are asked to make their readers more aware of environmental issues.

To that end, here is a blog that provides simple tips and ideas on how you can easily and effectively make a difference. I encourage you to check it out, and then try a few of the ideas. We only have this one planet - let’s make it last.

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15
Oct