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Top Toronto Neighbourhoods (that's how they spell neighborhoods in Canada) By Michael Dwyer Entertainment District I chose to stay in the “Entertainment District” of Toronto, near the Roy Thompson Hall. Home to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the hall hosts many events. Happening on the evening of my arrival, the Munk Debates were on. “The Munk Debates seek to provide a lively and substantive forum for leaders to debate the major issues facing the world and Canada,” states … [Read more...]
Travel Bloggers Trample Toronto By Michael Dwyer The Impact on Toronto Over 13 hundred bloggers converged, in person, on the Canadian city that plays host to many world travelers. While that number of people in a giant city, with so many tourists floating around, will likely not be noticed on a large scale; it was sure noticeable to those in attendance of the TBEX (Travel Bloggers Exchange) Conference this past weekend. Toronto doubled the size of the event from one year ago in … [Read more...]
There is a new way to shop for the right car. Vote on Cars is the creation of Rochester Hills resident, Matt Klein. Matt, his family and his friends combined their talents and time to design this peer-to-peer review website to match the buyer to the car. Shoppers want honest and authentic reviews of several cars. Instead of flipping through dozens of car magazines to see only a few like models reviewed, buyers now have the option to see people just like them, with their budget, test driving … [Read more...]
Friends of the Clinton River Trail Promote National Trails Day By Michael Dwyer American Hiking Society The American Hiking Society is celebrating their 21st annual National Trails Day on Saturday, June 1; a day devoted to the individuals that help maintain the trails and help build new ones. Thousands of public events take place across the country to honor this day. Trail users and enthusiasts will hike, bike, bird watch or ride a horse on one or more of the many trails in … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Parade in Rochester and Rochester Hills By Michael Dwyer Decoration Day Memorial Day weekend is the traditional “kick off” to summer. It offers most Americans a three-day weekend to travel or relax. Some will take the family away on vacation for the long weekend and others will put their garden in and have a BBQ. First called Decoration Day following the American Civil War, Memorial Day (May 30) did not become an official holiday until 1971 when it was changed to … [Read more...]
By Michael Dwyer The Good Person of Szechwan Bertolt Brecht wrote "The Good Person of Szechwan" between 1939 and 1943 while in exile from Germany during World War II. It made its debut on February 4, 1943, at the Schauspielhaus Zurich, in Zurich, Switzerland. Considered one of the best epic plays by Brecht because of its universal themes and the way it challenges the audience. The first English-language version of the play came to the United States in 1948 and the Brecht parable … [Read more...]
Saugatuck’s Top 9 Reasons to Make the Drive By Michael Dwyer 1. Award winning Oval Beach continues to be a hot attraction for visitors. People come to sunbathe, swim and build sand castles. Packed full of families having fun, the beach is open year-round to enjoy the sand dunes, waves or sunsets. 2. Since 1913 the Saugatuck Drug and Soda Fountain has refreshed everyone who walks through the door. Old-fashioned malts or sodas cool down the child of any age. Do you need a kite, … [Read more...]
9 Reasons to Visit Chattanooga Tennessee By Michael Dwyer 1. Ruby Falls is located deep inside the underground caverns of Lookout Mountain. Discovered by Leo Lambert in 1928, and named after his wife Ruby, this 145-foot waterfall is natural wonder. A “must see” for over 80 years. 2. Perched on top of Lookout Mountain is Rock City Gardens, opened in 1932, this attraction is well known for its use of advertising on barn roofs across the south, as much as the attraction itself. … [Read more...]
Story and Photos by Michael Dwyer Thousands of three-year-old thoroughbreds begin the road to the 2013 Kentucky Derby at the start of the year; only 20 horses will enter the starting gates for the big event. The best of the best will race one another over a dirt track for 1 1/4 miles. The winner will go on to be famous and the owners will receive a nice payout. Kentucky Derby 139 The Kentucky Derby has picked up several well-known phrases over the years – here are the popular … [Read more...]
Story and Photos by Michael Dwyer Tim Comes to Town "We are thrilled to announce the opening and welcome Tim Horton's to Rochester Hills. I am sure this is the most anticipated nine-seat restaurant opening in the city’s history! It is obvious to me that Tim Horton's has a loyal following and we are pleased that our residents will now be able to enjoy their coffee and food close to home. We welcome them and wish them much success in the years to come,” said Rochester Hills mayor Bryan … [Read more...]
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