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Corvette Memories

3 Jan

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I was reading Megan Swoyer’s article in the January issue of  Hour Detroit magazine, and it reminded me of my favorite car. It was a hunter green Corvette with a tan top and tan interior. We owned it in 1994 or so and like all Corvettes, it was fast and fun.

Swoyer’s article gives a complete timeline and a walk down memory lane for Corvette lovers.  She also interviews some Corvette aficionados.

I’m looking forward to the upcoming 2013 North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center where we can see the newest Corvette with a brand new design.

Sharing the Spirit of the Season

24 Dec

The generosity of Beaumont Health System employees is overwhelming.  Each of the three hospitals collaborated with charities to make sure children in need had presents for the holidays. At Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak the staff purchased presents for more than 280 children at the Judson Center, a Royal-Oak based nonprofit organization, serving abused and neglected children and adults with developmental disabilities. At Beaumont Hospital, Troy employees worked in the Adopt-A-Family program through Oakland County Services, serving families in Southeastern Michigan. At Beaumont Hospital, Grosse Pointe bins were filled with toys, blankets, mittens and other winter needs for children and adults at LifeBuilders, a Detroit nonprofit that helps people struggling with unemployment, homelessness and addictions.

As Director of Community Affairs at Beaumont, I’m proud to belong to this caring, compassionate health system. Darlene Nikisic, shown in the photo, is part of the Community Affairs staff, and she coordinated the collection of gifts for the Judson Center.

Wrap it Up with Style!

21 Dec

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Stressed this holiday? No time to wrap gifts? Motown Savvy has the solution. Lisa’s Gift Wrappers in Royal Oak will wrap your gifts for you. The store offers more than 175 styles of wrapping paper. Whether it’s a personal or corporate present, your professionally wrapped gift will dazzle. This season jewelry designer Denise Ilitch, of Denise Ilitch Designs, created some unique wrapping paper, including the heart paper (shown). Everything is connected to Motown — even the paper was printed in the “D” at Tepel Brothers Printing in Troy.

If you haven’t decided on a gift yet to wrap, check out the Somerset Holiday Collection Book.

Leon and Lulu Hosts Thank You Party

15 Dec

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AIDS Walk Detroit held their thank you party for all walkers, volunteers and fundraisers who participated in the 2012 event at the Farmers Market in Royal Oak. The walk raised more than $200,000 to promote HIV prevention, education and services for those living with HIV/AIDS. Leon and Lulu, an eclectic boutique in Clawson, hosted the event. These charity events are de rigueur for this fascinating emporium. Leon and Lulu is the ultimate shopping experience for men, women, children and adults. There is something for everyone. From the $1.99 bangles (shown) to the stylish fashions to the whimsical home decor, this store is not to be missed. Even the space is a visual odyssey — it’s a former roller rink now bedecked with chandeliers.

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Hi everyone! I’m Carla Schwartz, Detroit native and former magazine editor. I’m here to guide you on all-things-Motown.

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