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First Lady’s Tea at Dearborn Hills

April 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Donna Inch, CEO of Ford Land

The Dearborn Community Arts Council is pleased to announce that its distinguished speaker for this years’ First Lady’s Tea will be Donna M. Inch, the Chairman and CEO of Ford Land.  Ms. Inch is highly respected in the competitive international property development market. The Annual First Lady’s Tea is Saturday, May 1, 1:00 PM at the Dearborn Hills Golf Course on Telegraph Road.  Each table will reflect a different theme as 18 hostesses creatively set and decorate their space to charm and wow the attendees. An incredible glass vase sculpture, designed by Mayor John … [Read more...]

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Fairlane Title Brings Best Practices to Dearborn

April 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Ali Dagher of Fairlane Title Agency

Michigan’s tough economy and recent turmoil in the real estate market did not discourage local attorneys Rachel Ross and Ali Dagher from partnering to form Fairlane Title Agency, LLC, to fill the needs of local real estate brokers, attorneys and banks. According to both Dagher and Ross, the need has never been greater to establish an agency that incorporates only the best practices of the title insurance industry in combination with professionalism and integrity. Fairlane Title Agency is underwritten by First American Title Insurance Company to service both residential and … [Read more...]

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New Trash Collection System

April 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
New Receptacles

DEARBORN, Mich. – A new contract for the pick up of residential trash and recyclable materials will introduce a more efficient curbside collection system, encourage even more recycling, reduce blowing litter and improve the overall look of neighborhoods on “trash day”. The City approved a seven-year contract with Republic Waste Services for curbside trash, recycling and yard waste collection on Monday. The contract and the new automated collection system are effective in July. All materials currently picked up will still be collected at the curb under the new contract. And, as … [Read more...]

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Local Mom Markets Reusable Glass Drinking Straws

April 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Example of Reusable Straws

If the “best things in life are free,” the next best may be ideas that are born from people’s passions. For Daedra Surowiec, a Michigan mom of two young boys, it means creating a new business, Strawesome, that allows her to care for her children at home, use her artistic gifts, help the environment, and supplement the family’s income. Surowiec launched Strawesome in March 2009 to sell reusable drinking straws that are both durable and stylish with creative, fun designs. Hand crafted by Surowiec from clear or colored borosilicate glass, each drinking straw is guaranteed against … [Read more...]

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Detroit Dance Collective 30th Anniversary Gala Concert

April 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Detroit Dance Collective, Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Detroit Dance Collective (DDC) Celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year. DDC has played a vital role in the arts community of Dearborn and Metro-Detroit with their dance program since 1980. On April 30th, 2010 DDC will present their 30th Anniversary Gala Concert at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, in Dearborn. It will be a night you won't want to miss! The Gala Concert titled "An Historic Journey into the Art of Dance" will rewind to visit dances created in the past and fast forward to present exciting dances of the "moment". Dance has historically been part of all … [Read more...]

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Free Haircuts/Styling for Unemployed at Hair Designs North

April 19, 2010 By 1 Comment
Free Haircuts and Styles for Unemployed, Hair Designs North

Dearborn, MI – Hair industry icon and former Artistic Director of Vidal Sassoon, Maurice Tidy, will be in Detroit on April 25th and 26th for his national “Live to Give” charitable organization, Hair Care, which partners with local salons in cities throughout the U.S. to give free haircuts and pre-interview style maintenance advice for those who have lost their jobs and are competing to find work. The Hair Care event will be hosted by Mr. Tidy’s colleague Al O’Sada and Kimberly Briffa at their Detroit area salon, Hair Designs North, located at 841 S. Military, Dearborn, MI … [Read more...]

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Westborn Market’s Floral Department Finds New Home

April 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Westborn Market - New Flower Shop

DEARBORN, Mich. – Westborn Market recently completed the expansion of its Dearborn store to house the full-service flower department, previously located across the street on Michigan Avenue. As quickly as winter turned into spring, the spacious new storefront addition was filled with a medley of custom designed floral arrangements, colorful bouquets, unique giftware, fresh cut flowers, gift baskets and more. “We are delighted to give our customers the convenience of shopping for all their grocery, gift and floral needs under one roof,” said Erin Childs, manager of the store’s … [Read more...]

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