metromode - Features

Juice Juice Revolution

Patrick Dunn — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Caitlin James went from Peace Corps worker to successful entrepreneur in less than three years. And she's yet to cross her thirtieth birthday. Partnered with her four sisters and mentored by Garden Fresh's George Vutetakis, James has turned DROUGHT Juice into the local food business to watch.

FilterD: June 13 - 19

Walter Wasacz — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Thornetta Davis (pictured) is one of several stellar Detroit performers not to miss at this weekend's 10th annual Jazzin' on Jefferson street party. Details in FilterD.

Made in Michigan: Modernism

Natalie Burg — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Michigan is home to an impressive list of inventions and innovations, but few would give a shout out to Modern design. Cranbrook, the state's Historic Preservation Office, and Preserve America would like to change that. This week launches an effort to raise awareness about the Mitten's profound contributions to American Modernism.

Guest Blogger: Carrie Jones

Carrie Jones — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Not long ago, Michigan start-ups just weren't getting the venture capital love. No more. Carrie Jones, president of the Michigan Venture Capital Association, discusses the state's big climb in the national VC rankings, and why start-ups are moving to Michigan.

FilterD: June 6 - 12

Walter Wasacz — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400

The Source Family, a doc that looks inside an early-1970s California cult led by Father Yod, screens at the Detroit Film Theatre this weekend. Details in FilterD.

Back to the Future of Food Trucks

Nicole Rupersburg — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400

In the last two years, Metro Detroit has been playing catch up to the nation's mobile food vending scene. Now food carts and trucks are hitting the road, even serving as trial runs for brick and mortar restaurants. Nicole Rupersburg, Metromode's food cartologist, dishes with a few of these mobile chefs.

Speaker Event: Freshwater Metropolis

Metromode staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

TONIGHT on the campus of Lawrence Technological University join us for a conversation with experts, activists, and business leaders about how green and blue infrastructure is transforming our region and learn what you can do to be a part of this movement.

FilterD: May 23 - June 5

Walter Wasacz — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Loosen up for Movement Festival weekend with a pre-party or three, including one at MOCAD featuring live electronic music, modern dance and DJs. Find the details in FilterD.

Where's the Beef in Metro Detroit? (& Lamb, Pork, & Duck)

Nicole Rupersburg — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Man does not live by gluten-free vegan cuisine alone. Some might argue that's not living at all. For all the love that's given to the how-green-is-my-garden folks, Metromode's Nicole Rupersburg feels it's time to give a big bloody hug to locals who want to put their incisors to good use.

Longboard Company Creates Custom Boards, Global Customers

Julia Woehrer — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Build it local, sell it global. It's the philosophy of many a Metro Detroit business. And skateboards are no exception. Case in point: CR Boardworks in Madison Heights, which has made a big name for itself in a short amount of time.

Driving Urban Vibrancy Forward

Nina Ignaczak — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

The first step in creating a regional transit authority for metro Detroit is done. Now the work begins to create a shared vision and a comprehensive plan to make it all happen. Nina Ignaczak talks to the people already rolling up their sleeves.

Metromode Takes a Memorial Day Vacation

Metromode staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Metromode will be taking next week off to spend time with friends and family, enjoy the start of summer, and pay our respects to those who sacrificed for our country. We'll be back June 6!

Michigan Hosts the Architectural & Industrial Design Event of the Year

Brian Conway, Michigan State Historic Preservation Officer — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

State Historic Preservation Office launches blockbuster show June 14 at Cranbrook Art Museum in Bloomfield Hills.

Thanks for listening, Michigan!

MSHDA — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

People across the state have helped "the Prosperity Agenda" radio show on Detroit news/talk 760 WJR win international acclaim.

Guest Blogger: Julie Wood

Julie Wood — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

With its concentration of defense industry companies, southeast Michigan is a cornerstone of the U.S. defense industry. Julie Wood, president of Women in Defense's Michigan chapter, discusses how the industry is forging on despite the financial pressure of sequestration.

Making a Ripple Rather Than a Blast

Natalie Burg — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Hans Hegge was into texting before anyone knew the meaning of "LOL." It's hard to believe but six years ago text message technology was an open frontier. And Hegge's Text Ripple was an early pioneer. Today the Auburn Hills-based text marketing company has clients in 38 states and big plans for the next tech innovation.

FilterD: May 16 - 22

Walter Wasacz — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Hamtramck sculptor Graem Whyte created a new dodgeball-esque game that is also a fab piece of art. Join him and check it out at MOCAD's Family Day this Sunday. Details in FilterD.

Taking the "Home" Out of Homework: Clintondale's Flipped High School

Patrick Dunn — Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Why do athletes who struggle in the classroom succeed on the playing field? Could it be because the coach is there to guide them every step of the way? What if that same approach was applied to academics? That's what Clintondale's Flipped program did - with remarkable success.

Metro Detroit's Hottest Home Markets

Kim North Shine — Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Houses are selling before they're listed. Buyers are getting into bidding wars. Sound familiar? No, it's not a return to the crazed real estate market of 2003... but a few metro Detroit communities are coming back with a vengeance. Why? Well, vibrant urban cores have a lot to do with it.

FilterD: May 9 - May 15

Walter Wasacz — Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Whydontweownthis.com advocacy group is hosting a get together at its downtown Detroit base this Friday to discuss use of a community mapping service. Get the lowdown in this week's FilterD.

What I've learned during Michigan's fight on home foreclosure

Mary Townley — Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

MSHDA is partnering with the state’s religious leaders and faith communities to help homeowners avoid foreclosure with a program that addresses each homeowner’s unique situation.

Guest Blogger: Martin Williams

Martin Williams — Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Unlike many other cities that have long been in their heyday, Detroiters have the potential to reshape their landscape. Martin Williams, a graduate student in real estate at NYU, gives his perspective on Detroit from afar, and how a new design hotel could work in the city.

MAD Inspiration: Alan Bernstein's Quest to Make a Documentary About the "Usual Gang Of Idiots"

Constance Crump — Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Spy Vs. Spy. Snappy Answers To Stupid Questions. The Fold-In. For 60 years MAD Magazine has made hysterical sense of an insane world. Royal Oak filmmaker Alan Bernstein is making a documentary about the satirical mag with the help of a highly successful Kickstarter campaign.

FilterD: May 2 - 8

Walter Wasacz — Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Moody, introspective UK dubstar James Blake might be the best young musical talent you've never heard. Now's your chance. He's in town for the first time this Friday at Detroit's Majestic. Details in FilterD.

A Market Grows in Downtown Pontiac

Natalie Burg — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

If there's a canary in the coalmine for downtown vibrancy, it's a thriving grocery store. Lafayette Market and Cafe in downtown Pontiac opened its doors at the end of 2012 and is reaching beyond the loft-dwellers that live above to connect with the surrounding community.

FilterD: April 25 - 30

Walter Wasacz — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

The Blowout, now in its 16th year of rocking Detroit and Hamtramck from winter into spring, has expanded to include venues in Ferndale. Check the listings, put on your dancing shoes and get out there. See FilterD for details.

Rust Belt Market Redux: The Success of Small Businesses in a Big Box Store

Kim North Shine — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

What started as a noble experiment in support of local artists, creatives and vendors has turned into a vibrant success. Not only has Ferndale's Rust Belt Market been both a home and launching pad for new businesses, it's in the process of becoming an event destination.

Special Edition: Growing the Defense Industry

Jon Zemke — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

GraviKor, Plex and Patriot Services are firms that are expanding business in the defense and aerospace industry sectors. In this Metromode and Model D Special Edition, Jon Zemke shows us how this business gets done in Metro Detroit.

Special Edition: Q&A with Gravikor's Jim Richter

Jon Zemke — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Gravikor's Jim Richter is also the president of the Michigan Research Institute, a non-profit research incubator based in Ann Arbor that is working to help bring more cutting-edge technology into the marketplace. Jon Zemke asks the questions.

Guest Blogger: Alisa Peskin-Shepherd

Alisa Peskin-Shepherd — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

In competitive business markets, all service providers are dispensable. Divorce attorney Alisa Peskin-Shepherd discusses how best to go it alone, while still making your business a standout.