DIA Chronicles
The Founders Junior Council of the Detroit Institute of Arts held a cocktail reception on May 28 that included a tour of the Norman Rockwell exhibit.
Swing Time
The American Diabetes Association held its 17th Annual Commitment for a Cure Gala at the Westin Book Cadillac Detroit on April 23.
Legal Fiesta
The law firm of Butzel Long, along with the Consul of Mexico Detroit, hosted a reception on April 22 at Loco's Bar & Grill in Detroit's Greektown following the Society of Automotive Engineers annual exhibition.
Roman Feast
Antonio's Cucina Italiana in Canton Township held a private party called the Roman Feast to celebrate the introduction of wines from Celani Family Vineyards on April 22.Â
A Wine Affair
The Melting Pot in Novi held a wine-tasting event on March 10.
Motown Mogul
Don Davis, chairman of First Independence Bank in Detroit, a recording studio owner, and former Motown drummer held his 70th birthday party at the MGM Grand Detroit on March 28.
Opening Day
The Detroit Tigers held their first game of the season at Comerica Park on April 10 where a sell-out crowd watched the home team beat the Texas Rangers 15-2.
Kronk Fundraiser
The famous Kronk Gym held a fundraiser at the Townsend Hotel in Birmingham on March 25 for more than 400 dignitaries, including trainer Emanuel Steward.
For the Children
Orchards Children's Services, a non-profit family agency in Southfield, held its annual awards fundraiser at Seldom Blues restaurant in Detroit's Renaissance Center on April 2.
The Last Dance
The Parade Co. held a farewell reception for its former president, Joan LeMahieu, on Feb. 2 at Seldom Blues in Detroit. The event, called Sparkles and Magic, drew more than 100 people.