Go Shop View archives

• BUREAU OF URBAN LIVING

  Filled with functional eye candy like colorful notepads, funky glassware, candles, prints and picture frames, this upscale home, office and gift shop in Midtown looks like something you’d see in cities like Chicago or New York, with brands like Umbra, Modern Metal and Pop Ink. (9/2011)

  460 W Canfield St
  313-833-9336
  www.bureauliving.com
  

• MOOSEJAW

  Whether you’re into backpacking, mountain biking, or kayaking or maybe you just dig cool gear, head to this Michigan-based outfitter for everything from hiking boots to high-end performance apparel. See the website for other Detroit locations or to check out their monthly contest, such as a recent call for design ideas for their new headquarters. (9/2011)

  34288 Woodward Ave, Birmingham
  248-203-7777
  moosejaw.com
  

• Dancing Eye Gallery

  Primarily known for its tiles by more than 50 ceramic artists from around Michigan, this gallery in charming Northville also sells handmade jewelry, apparel and other gift items. (9/2011)

  101 N Center St, Northville
  248-449-7086
  dancingeyeg...logspot.com
  

 

Go See View archives

• Marvin Gaye: The Motown Years 1960-1982

  You don’t need to hear it through the grapevine: See this exhibit of music, art and memorabilia dedicated to Marvin Gaye, who came to Detroit in 1959 as one of the Moonglows before going solo and recording such hits as "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)." (9/2011)

  At the Motown Museum 2648 W Grand Blvd
  313-875-2264
  motownmuseum.com
  

• DETROIT ZOO

  Whether you gravitate towards the indoor exhibits like Amphibiville and the butterfly/ hummingbird garden or prefer to be outside gazing at giraffes, lions and primates. make sure not to miss the Arctic Ring of Life, North America's largest polar bear exhibit with a 70-foot, clear underwater tunnel. (9/2011)

  8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
  248-541-5717
  www.detroitzoo.org
  

• WOODWARD DREAM CRUISE

  Don your poodle skirt and saddle shoes when the world's largest one-day celebration of classic car culture rolls into town. Around 40,000 custom and collector muscle cars will be on display. Aug. 20. (9/2011)

  Woodward Ave from Seven Mile Rd to downtown Pontiac
  248-626-0006
  www.woodwar...mcruise.com
  

 

Go Eat View archives

• ATLAS GLOBAL BISTRO

  This cozy Midtown eatery with an international menu is the perfect place to dine before or after catching a show at the theater or a game at Ford Field or Comerica Park. Start with truffled asparagus with tomato fondue followed by the Moroccan Grilled Quail with couscous. There's also a popular Sunday brunch. $$$ (9/2011)

  3111 Woodward Ave
  313-831-2241
  www.atlasgl...bistro.com
  

• Detroit Seafood Market

  Enjoy the swanky setting with exposed brick, high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows at one of the city’s newest restaurants. Along with fresh catches like perch and Chilean sea bass are Chef Leonardo’s famous lobster mac and cheese and blackened rib eye. $$$ (9/2011)

  1435 Randolph St
  313-962-4180
  thedetroits...dmarket.com
  

• Como's

  This lively restaurant-bar offers seating indoors or on a sprawling, lively patio. Serving up Italian-American fare since 1961, it's known for delicious pizza and late hours (until 4am most nights). $ (9/2011)

  22812 Woodward Ave, Ferndale
  248-548-5005

 

Go Party View archives

• Small’s

  Lovers of live music should make a night of it at this cozy neighborhood venue. Winning praise for its sound quality, the bar’s back room hosts the best in local and national bands, like Guttermouth and Jesse Malin & The St. Marks Social. Just looking to grab a few drinks with friends? Cozy up to the mahogany bar and feed the jukebox. (9/2011)

  10339 Conant St; Hamtramck
  313- 873-1117
  smallsbardetroit.com
  

• Majestic Theatre

  Music lovers looking for top national acts should make a night of it at one of the city’s best live music venues. Located in Detroit's cultural center, the 1915 former movie theater has hosted the likes of Buddy Guy and Los Lobos. (9/2011)

  4120 Woodward Ave
  313-833-9700
  majesticdetroit.com
  

• THE MAJESTIC THEATRE

  Music lovers looking for the hottest national acts should make a night of it at one of the city’s top live music venues. Located in Detroit's cultural center, the 1915 former movie theater has hosted the likes of Buddy Guy, Los Lobos and Wilco. This month, check out Rusted Root (July 10) and Steve Earle (July 30). (9/2011)

  4120 Woodward Ave
  313-833-9700
  www.majesticdetroit.com