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October 19, 2006 • Page Image 51

…When purchasing two, full-course dinners. Specials not included. Dining room ONLY Monday-Thursday. Excludes holidays. Expires 11/30/06 Great Food, Friendly Service and a Clean Atmosphere...All For a Great Price! That's Why We're Michigan's 2:,931- Tian Restaurant! Roman \ 'Rage CUCINA 1TAUANA 9924 Dix Ave. 26356 Ford Rd. Bet. Miller & Lonvo The Heights Shopping Center 37646 W. 12 Mile Rd. Fi-Jisted Village Shopping Center Dearborn ...…

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…tresiless- -- EKORNES Sherwood Studios is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of our Stressless® Gallery Ekornes® Collection of fine furniture. Turn any room into a luxurious home theater with specially designed seating to enhance unique comfort you never imagined. THE INNOVATORS OF COMFORT 7_/ ENDORSED BY AY Don't miss out on this terrific Home Theater Promo! Here's how it works: When you purchase... 2 3 Seats, you'll get $350 Off* 4...…

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…PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER ARTHUR M. HORWITZ CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER r F. KEVIN BROWETT EDITORIAL DIRECTOR ROBERT A. SKLAR EDITOR ALAN HITSKY CREATIVE DIRECTOR DEBORAH SCHULTZ SENIOR COPY EDITOR DAVID SACHS wogentc., PRODUCTION DIRECTOR MICHELLE SHERIDAN ac EDITORIAL DESIGNER LINDSAY SCHWARTZ CREATIVE SERVICES CATHY CICCONE ANNE LADA DONNA PACE TODD SKIBA ° i 61)3 cce.Ne. o y on" Ilex; caVerms oteer. MICKIE WARDEN STAFF PH...…

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…10'44 ( 7ctorlif Stith 0 44 ' a with, dm diveateia GIFT CARDS ONE SIZE FITS ALL Suitable for friends and family of all sizes. Available in any dollar amount you choose. G ET A $25 GIFT ARD eatalard cekka4THE HOLIDAYS AT MCP with every gift card purchase of $100 or more Book your holiday parties now! FOR RESERVATIONS AND INCA TO GO 61(;e4 BIRMINGHAM 248-540-WINE 2towit UTICA 248-803-WINE LIVONIA 734-4-MANCIA I of pPO bucad...…

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…Downtown Birmingham: T o say its a small town might give the impression its streets fold up at dusk. To refer to it as just a suburb would be a slight to its big-city trappings that provide its singular character – a sense of some place rather than anyplace – replicated nowhere else. Indeed, in this geographically sprawling region of ours, downtown Birmingham maintains its allure, putting on a fresh face every now and again, pulling in even...…

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…MAINSTREETS nowntown Birmingham BIRMINGHAM FROM PAGE 9 Leaf (172 N. Old Woodward, 248-283- 0260) or Spot 0' Tea (261 Merrill, 248- 723 4TEA). Lastly, you'd be remiss to end a meal, or pass on an opportunity to treat yourself without indulging in the fine pastries and baked goods from Charlie's Patisserie (126 S. Old Woodward, 248-723-2126), Canella Patisserie and Creperie (300 Hamilton Row, 248-203-9704), or The Cupcake Station (136 N. Old ...…

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…VIVID AND DIST CT S TTIN TO ACCOMMODATE EVERY OCCASION VISIT US TODAY AND ENJOY OUR: Hand-cut Aged Steaks, Delicious Lamb Chops & Seafood c.7) Extansive Wine & Chatnagne Cellar Also featuring: GOT '7 -7) On-site Brew House ) Handcrafted Sodas located upstairs. Ut1RA LOUNGE Experience our new dance floor, CHIC decor and SEXY atmosphere while you enjoy LIVE entertainment by DJ Mike Anthony and friends. BIRMINGHAM MICHIGA 248.647....…

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…You've chosen the finest silk, the freshest flowers, and the hest of friends. Now choose Bali Pointe Golf Club. n your wedding day, everything should be as perfect and carefree as you imagined. At Bay Pointe Golf Club, we'll help you realize the wedding of your dreams in a private, lushly landscaped setting. We'll graciously accommodate your intimate gathering up to 250 guests for a glorious reception. You will enjoy our amenities, including...…

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…SAVE 25-40% OFF" *On select styles ENTER TO WIN! Stop by before October 31 and enter to win a $4,000 shopping spree.. No purchase necessary. store for complete details. 001 Mon., Tue., Wed.. Fri.. 10 am — 6 pm Thurs., 10 am — 8 pm Sat., 10 am — 5 pm Integral to Birmingham's social life is the pre- and post-movie saun- ter through town. With two movie houses — the cozy, eight-screen Uptown Birmingham (211 South Old Woodward, 248-723-6230...…

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…This holiday season, touch the life of someone you love with a Reel Interviews DVD Package! Surprisingly affordable. Always timeless. Laser Hair Removal Gentle, Effective and Safe 20% OFF Laser Hair Removal Packages Achieving beautiful, silky smooth skin is now easier than ever. Our medical professionals perform advanced laser treatments in the comfort of our medical office. Expires 12/31/06 FREE consultation with our physician. eel In...…

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…Downtown Detroit: t doesn't get more "main" than Woodward Avenue. And Detroit's storied artery doesn't get more interesting than the stretch from Jefferson Avenue north to Grand Boulevard. I Lined with sepia-toned memories, to be sure, of streetcars, stores and shop- pers galore, an ongoing revitalization is steadily coaxing Woodward out of its long slumber. A new shop here. A spiffy restaurant there. And now, increasingly, a place to call...…

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…)FTPOIT rPOM PA.r;F: V:"^ 471-3446) dishes up thick malts and juicy burgers. The hardscrabble neighborhood to the north shouldn't be overlooked, as a true diamond in the rough, the Atlas Global Bistro (3111 Woodward, 313- 831 2241) truly shines with its sunlit dining room and "worldly" specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In the Midtown/Wayne State area, legendary haunts like Mario's (4222 - Enjoy Classical Days with Dave Wagner a...…

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…The Cosmetic Center of Sinai-Grace in Southfield offers a wide range of surgical and non-surgical procedures. With any Sinai- of our treatments you can be assured of safe, high-quality care on-Surgical from our experienced, specially trained doctors and nurses. Botox Treatment FALL SPECIALS ON NON-SURGICAL PROCEDURES Chemical Peel Soften your fine lines and refreshen the look of your facial skin Dermal Fillers with these non-surgica...…

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…Deliciously Intoxicating, Great Priced Authentic Northern Italian _Niet./v/ieci t0ervi c elebrating its --7/th year of service to Metro Detroit. Located across from Comerica Park, in 'The Fabulous FOX, DaEdoardo proves itself through the finest culinary sophistication. From spicy Calamari Arrabbiata, Veal Chops, Steaks, Salmon & Succulent Shrimp -- to Pastas, Rustic Oven Pizzas, Soups, Sandwiches and DaEdoardo Salads and more. FOX...…

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…g iscovering ... Red Wings, The Max, casinos, opera, theater Our Famous Dishes... Dover Sole, Sauteed Perch, Baby Back Ribs, Pancho Burger, Medallions of Beef Also in the neighborhood, Biegas Gallery (35 E. Grand River, 313-961- 0634) displays the works of regional contemporary artists. Make sure to visit the gallery's Purple Door Tearoom for a thoughtful, inspired respite. A handful of galleries and artist cooperatives make their homes j...…

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…Seifu Lessanework will cook in your home Ethiopian & Kosher* Soulfully inspired. 11 Home . Where form and function peacefully coexist. ANN ARBOR 221 E. Washington St. - 734-998-4746 FERNDALE • • • • • 545 West 9 Mile T fw 3Luv Nik 248-547-6699 RICHARD ROSS DESIGNS studio on site. 22941 Woodward Avenue Ferndale. MI 4822o Phone: 2 48- S44- 3944 Hours: M—Fio-6; SAT. 1.1-4. Also by appointment. For Kosher home cookin- food must be bro...…

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…Ferndale: E very city's got one: A place that's full of quirks yet charmingly offbeat. A place that doesn't take itself too seriously but is serious about having fun. A place that works hard to maintain its small-town airs, while at the same time embraces change. Around these parts that place is Ferndale. Indeed, few communities in southeastern Michigan do what Ferndale does so well: merging the old with the new, the norm with the unpredict...…

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…FERNDALE FROM PAGE 21 ever, as Maria's and Assaggi serve up absolutely addictive, warm housemade bread. So much so, it takes only a nibble to become hooked. Africa, too, gets a nod from the criti- cally acclaimed Ethiopian cuisine from the Blue Nile (545 W. Nine Mile, 248- 547-6699), while toothsome Cajun fare gets top billing at Howe's Bayou (22848 Woodward Ave., 248-691-7145). Across the street from Maria's are the quirky restaurants-cum-ar...…

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…Ready for something new? 4 hours $6500 ate, g ate& lam& For bookings call (866) 727-7898 or visit www.cassensmurphy.com 1166840 DISTINCTIVE CUSTOM FURNITURE INC. 248.399-917 5 . • Fine Furniture • Lacquer • Wood Licensed Hilberry Gallery (700 Livernois, 248-541-4700), and the well-known Lemberg Gallery (23241 Woodward Ave., 248-591-6623), both of which specialize in contemporary pieces in a variety of mediums. Many of the bars, lou...…

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…EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL* Specializing in First-Class Events At the Embassy Suites Hotel — Detroit/Southfield we know how much work goes into planning and catering a special event. Our highly trained catering department has years of experience catering to the tastes of a wide variety of special events in the Metro Detroit area. The Embassy Suites Hotel can help you create memorable bridal luncheons, showers, bar/bat mitzvahs, anniversary partie...…

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…Southfield, Oak Park, Berkley & Beverly Hills: A !though it tends to get overlooked due to its proximity to brasher, broader boulevards, Greenfield does more than hold its own. A patchwork, to be sure, of leafy neighborhoods and businesses big and small, of tired retail storefronts waiting patiently for some TLC and brick-fronted strip malls still shining like new, Greenfield, between Eight and 14 Mile roads, can be more than the quickest r...…

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…MAINSTREETS xjoirk iniki pxy t Southfield, Oak Park, Berkley & Beverly Hills -YAD EZRA P.4 Detroit's only kosher food pantry helps ensure that no one in our community goes hungry Warehouse Volunteer Outreach to Synagogues & Schools 4111 , Anar 94 Yom Kippur Food Drive Committee Work r Establish a Memorial Fund Food Basket Centerpieces CORN DOG 4 NUGGETS SO ,: 2 Fundraising in the Community CRUISE SATURDAYS, urchase cases of fo...…

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…PROTECT YOUR VALUABLES!! NOW SELLING CONCEALED WEAPONS & SHOTGUNS Safes Unlimited has safes you can depend on for the security of your most important possessions. If you carry every day, we have the gun for you. •Floor Safes •Wall Safes •Gun Safes We Offer Complete Delivery & Installation S unlimited Peace of Mind. At Home & Work. 3361 Orchard Lake Rd. • Keego Harbor, MI 48320 248-738-1500 RELIABLE • SAFE • CONVENIENT ource for all...…

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…Park Avenue Lifestyle Meets Woodward Avenue Location. Luxury. Lifestyle. Condo homes from $200,000 to about $1 million. Sophisticated two-story lobby Concierge Free Valet Parking Dry Cleaning Service Free Covered Guest Parking State of the Art Security System High Speed Internet & Wifi On Site Car Wash 3rd Floor Garden Terrace Rooftop Terrace with panoramic views Over 80% Sold For a limited time save on quick occupancy or inves...…

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…Novi & Northville: n the competition of sister cities, it's no fun always being runner- up, plodding along in silence, often overlooked, while the brasher, bolder sibling takes center stage. Indeed, no one ever penned a famous song about Oakland. Can you imag- ine the opening credits of a steamy nighttime melodrama dubbed "Fort Worth"? And it just wouldn't have been the same had Mary Richards tossed her tam while window shop- ping in the stai...…

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…SHOPPING & DINING ARE GREAT IN ORTHVILLE and '.tcoc% c7, Rqu6 tic ,4.1itik,(Denim , :Paige (Premium (Denim Tavernitti ..S'o Jeans ff . f jrnarson jeans 199,1Wita cianuk, j et: Company 221liclidel -Starr , Peops Ltheration 575 Denim I (Brand Mention this ad and get $75 off complete pair. *see store for details . I I I \V. Si. Nurthvi Nil '1 248.344.9000 Dr. Rob Diegel Downtown Northville 248.347.9090 Ella Moss, Rachel...…

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…4 1* Novi/Northville STUDIO 427 regina abraham gallery 122 W Main StietkE I Ncm thvilit: I MI 4816; 248 449 6501 I www, F.tiAtio427 not NOW/NORMHVILLE FROM PAGE 29 ions at Dueto (102 E. Main St., 248- (43526 W. Oaks Dr., 248-374-8024) 449 4600); high-styled garments for offers up the perfect style quotient, ladies from Rococo (126 W. Main St., while their thrifty pals can be found 248-449-8066); plus fine lingerie at the among the racks ...…

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…GINA AGO STA HAIRCOLOR - DESIGN & SPA NOVI 248.477.2266 WWW.AGOSTA.COM Gin- CARDS AVAILABLE ONLINE COMING FALL 2006 ?T13 14,0 ,1 • C. :0i 0.11,T r,,,tri • 17.0 .1, tkti tr. & Ten NOVI/NORTHVILLE FROM PAGE 31 - 4, ,,,.: • 1 1 666._ . I C H r;4 C A ILIANc6 BISTRO 6 MILE & HAGGERTY ROAD • NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP • 248-675-0066 SOMERSET COLLECTION • TROY • 248-816-8000 32 OCTOBER • 2006 RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED PFCHANGS.COM • 1-86...…

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…COMMUNITY BANK NSTAR is proud to be a Community Bank, dedicated to developing and maintaining relationships with customers who value exceptional service. We invite you to call or stop by, and discover how personal service and exceptional rates define a truly great Community Bank, NSTAR Community Bank - Welcome to Our Community. NSTAR COMMUNITY BANK • 31780 Telegraph Rd • Bingham Farms, MI 48025 248-645-8888 • www.NSTARcommunitybank.com MEM...…

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…presents Broadway's Tony Award Winning Musical! riar_ci NOVEMBER 1 & 2 I 7:30 PM I FISHER THE Join us of m r c EVENT SPONSOR Many Thanks! Business Advantage ivb- tion JARC Video Underwriter Picture Premier Sponsor Victoy GARY GILBERT Harder CAMELOT productions, inc. IDARALKJIAINT JEWELERS Corporate Underwriters forestpost.com WorkSquared THE ONE. THE ONLY. PICTURES Corporate Benefactor worV Title Sponsor Online Option...…

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…Orchard Lake Road: LAW at LEFT ention Orchard Lake Road and you're sure to get an ear full, as this (in)famous thoroughfare has both legions of fans and detractors. M For those in the peanut gallery, their biggest gripe is the street's egress, a seemingly steady flow of cars that makes for some daring driving maneuvers, and its chock-a-block development that can overwhelm even the most regular shoppers. Those in the cheering section, th...…

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…ORCHARD LK FROM PAGE 35 Fantastic Gifts for Any Occasion! Come in and make your wish list today. 30975 Orchard Lake Road Farmington Hills CMCPY'S Creative Jewelers 1.. 248.855.0433 Family owned & operated since 1947 10am- 5:45pm Mon - Sat It's no coincidence that Orchard Lake Road is so restaurant heavy. Indeed, all this shopping requires sustenance. While a smattering of chain restau- rants, mostly "fast casual" places, are beginning...…

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…' - lily;#1,944,144emi'ca4h," — Danny Reskln 11,1 ;7~ al Ci4tile aizscale & co:444d of.ve —Sylvia Rector COMMERCE GRILLE 2528 Union Lake Rd. south of Willow • Commerce 248-366-3311 Mon.- Thurs. 1 1-10 • Fri. 11-1 Sat.4-1 1 • Sun. 1-8 Available for Private Parties/Catering OUTSTANDING VOCALISTS & MU THAT BALANCE ENERGY & E www.chateaubanticor #1 ) 1 Ranked Detroit Parity.440. /() The Finest DJs & Karaoke www.zackent.com ...…

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…Celebrate the Season with Danielle Peleg Gallery The Leading Gallery of Israeli Art in the Midwest. Join us for Israeli Wine and hors d'oeuvres daily until Nov. 04, 2006. Featuring: Again Alter Arad Ben Simhon Brodinsky Drabkin Faktor Guy Kossowsky Livne Leo Ray Ta rka Tremler Magal Mainwn Orly Ostropsky Wissotoky & many others kraeli Artwork in stock Froied . Is Specidi offe(iS'Olici no\iv tfir t °v. 4, 2006. -4301 Orchard Lake Roa...…

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…60 Years of Award-Wiming Pizza ORCHARD LK FROM PAGE 39 c2ft Qonh aludidigioV • All-you-can-eat Dine-In Party Packages make party planning a breeze. Call your favorite Buddy's today for reservations! • Party-sized pasta, salad and veggie trays are great for entertaining large groups! "Recognized as One of the Nation's Best 5 PiZZA Places..." was taUtetaftt f Met. J CO,Petif.-Dai. Farmington Hills 31646 Northwestern Hwy 248 855 4600 Dea...…

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…Gary & His Staff Look Forward to Catering Your Next Event! UPTOWN CATERING • Fresh, Healthy and Delicious Foods a The Original Roll Up Sandwiches a A Variety of Fresh Salads, Fruit & Veggie Trays • Delicious Hot Dinners Tasty Hors D'Oeuvres and more! • Coney Island Hot Dogs and Gyros Parties Full-service catering for office parties, luncheons, holiday parties and get togethers. Service staff available. 4076 West Maple Road Bloomfield Hills...…

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…Greg's Photography Customized Packages Available for any Budget. Bar/Bat Mitzvah and Wedding Special discount with purchase of both photo and video. New contracts only. 00 • Portraits • Passports • Old Photos Copied & Restored Mention this ad for a Special Discount Farmington Hills 2.48-553-4867 Iciegbee told ov.„, Feae tei? oyeetcd4 Full-service catering, our location or yours BarlBat • Showers • Shiva Meals • Anniversaries • Cor...…

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…Royal Oak: F or years, the only thing piercing the sky in Royal Oak was the painted water tower marking the flora and fauna of the Detroit Zoological Park. And technically, it's not even in the heart of town. Today, though, it's a bird of a different sort – construction cranes, that is – assembling a host of soft loft buildings and condominium towers creating, for the first time, a true skyline. S ta ff p ho tos by Ang ie Ba an So it's onl...…

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…ROYAL OAK FROM PAGE 43 finds the friendly Lily's Seafood (410 S. Washington, 248-591-5459), and authen- tic tapas at Sangria (401 S. Lafayette, 248-543-1964), where the namesake drink is a must. Two Italian stalwarts, Lepanto (116 W. Fourth, 248-541-2228) and D'Amato's (222 S. Sherman, 248-584-7400), vie for atten- tion with differing takes on what's probably the country's favorite ethnic food. Breakfast, too, is not forgotten thanks to the P...…

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…Complimentary Restaurant Club Card with Ticket Purchase! I Youth Theatre, Youth $6, Adult $9 Pied Piper - The Musical Dec. 7 - 10, '06 Main Stage, Tickets $16 - $18 at HuilaBallo° (210 W. Sixth, 248- 398-8890), while moms with tykes in tow will gush over the offerings in Sprout, which calls itself a neighbor- hood kid's store (619 W. Washington, 248-399-5560). For watches and a lot more, check out Metals In Time (322 S. Msain, 248-582-94...…

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…mAINSTREETS HAGOPIAN Advertisers CLEANING SERVICES Let Michigan's most experienced cleaning company care for your carpet, rugs & furniture! N-HOME CLEANING 2 For 1 Rug Cleaning 5 Rooms* 99 95 2 Rooms* 4990 Bring us your Oriental & Area Rugs and well clean every other one FREE! T Sofa* 49 95 The Original Hagopian. . ;Who Else Can You Trust? Annabel & Co. Catering Antonio's Cucina ltaliana ' Expect the best. Expect 1-800 HAGOPI...…

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…METRO CARS® DRIVEN BY EXCELLENCE The premier Jrovider of chauffeur driven, luxury transportation in and around Detroit for over 25 years. When planning your own "ultimate evening" you'll want to make sure it is perfect in every way. A Metro Cars luxury sedan and personal chauffeur adds that special touch and turns the night into an evening you'll remember. Live I Work wwwernetrocars.com Tampa Bay (888)45f) 1827 Ft. Myers/Naples (888) 45...…

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…FONTAINE COLLECTION Sterling silver, 18k gold, diamonds and faceted stones JEWELERS 32940 Middlebelt at 14 Mile Rd. • Farminvon Hills, M 248.85'5.1730 • toll free 888.844.3916 • www.greis.com …

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…Arts & Entertainment OH HE COVER ap Jewish-inspired superheroes take wing in West Bloomfield. Superman is coming to you! Elizabeth Applebaum Special to the Jewish News y day he is Superman, playing George Reeves (who starred on TV as the Man of Steel) in the new film, Hollywoodland. But by night, Ben Affleck is just another comic book-loving mortal whose favorite hero is the Green Arrow, a crime fighter famed for his one-of-a-kind maste...…

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…Arts & Entertainment Remembering Babi Yar Conductor Valery Gergiev — director of the Mariinsky Theater in St. Petersburg, Russia, (home to the Kirov Opera and Ballet) — and the theater's resident, Kirov Orchestra, return to Ann Arbor's Hill Auditorium this weekend for the second installment of the Shostakovich Centennial Festival, a two-part series Valery Gergiev of concerts presented by the University Musical Society celebrating the 100th...…

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…r WHERE THE HOLIDAY LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS ON. At Buca, we serve flavorful Italian food made from authentic recipes and enabling the visitor to be in the middle of the story." Aimed at people of all faiths and of all ages, the exhibit is presented with input from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem Institute of Archeology and is endorsed by the Israeli Ministry of Tourism. DeVos Place is located at 303 Monroe NW Hours are 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-T...…

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…Arts & Entertainment ON THt: pen and pencil and ink and typewriter. Usually it was a single short comic book at a time, but one day, publishers asked for an entire Batman book of four stories. Robinson volun- teered to write one of the four, which also "would serve as my assignment for my creative writ- ing class [at Columbia]," he says. Until then, the Caped Crusader had merely battled "a lot of small-time hoodlums," Robinson says. "But a s...…

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…111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 Move Over, Superman Read up on some little- known comic characters and facts. • The first comic book ever published was Funnies on Parade, in 1938. • The first single-character comic book featuring an origi- nal hero was Superman #1, in 1939. • The longest-running comic- book series is Batman. • The first comic-book conven- tion was in 1964. • In 1992, Superman died in Superman #75. Mor...…

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…Entertainment ON THE COVER 06ses5e6 with David DiChiera, General Director One of the most beloved operas in the world returns to Detroit for 8 dazzling performances! The Cershwins® October 21-November 5, 2000 by George Dershynn, Dose and Dorothy Heyward and Ira Gershwin Sat. Sun. Wed. Fri. Oct. 21, Oct. 22, Oct. 25, Oct. 27, 7:30pm 2:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm Sat. Sun. Sat. Sun. Oct. 28, Oct. 29, Nov. 04, Nov. 05, 7:30pm 2:30pm 7:30pm 2:...…

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