During our week of training at the Dearborn Inn, our organization scheduled Thursday night's dinner…read moreat the Henry Ford Estate (Fair Lane / Home of Clara & Henry Ford). As a novice of woodworking, I was blown-away by the intricate woodwork and finishings throughout the home. The three ladies that lead our tour of the home shared many interesting details about the property, its restoration, and details of Clara and Henry's years at the estate. Many of the restoration stories, like finding a tub for Henry's bathroom or how Clara had a section repainted white were intriguing. Even though much of the home, especially the second floor, is still being restored it was a fascinating experience.

The site here is open for limited hours and is fenced off from the surrounding university and…read moreparkland, which I guess is their right but which nonetheless was annoying for me as a visitor. There wasn't much actually open amongst the majestic-looking buildings while I was there, but the picnic area was hopping. The signage was bilingual-in English and Arabic-and what appeared to be a Yemeni wedding seemed to be taking place. The juxtaposition of the estate of an industrialist (or robber baron, or visionary, or racist, depending on your point of view) with a distinctive immigrant community makes for a striking reflection on Americana. The grounds include some gardens, and a lake with a path around it. Access to the river is limited, but it didn't look like that impressive of a river. The greenery is more worthwhile.

If you grew up in Farmington or Farmington Hills, then you've probably passed by this gorgeous…read moredowntown mansion a hundred times or maybe even taken a picture in front for prom or graduation. But what's the story behind this iconic small town landmark? Was Governor Warner a cool guy to know? What was Farmington like back in the day? These questions (and more) are no match for Sharon, who gave us an interesting and informative tour. For starters, the inside of the Warner Mansion have been preserved very well. It was built by PD Warner (who was the father of the governor) in a Victorian Italiante structure in 1867. The interior still holds the original late Victorian style and there is beautiful hand carved furniture throughout, original wall paper, a one-of-a-kind antique piano, ornate furnaces and an original Edison record player! PD Warner's photo is displayed a number of times throughout the tour but it's the same picture. From the photo, one might characterize him as congenial based on his smirk. His son, the governor, was presented as a well-liked man and 'everyone's friend'. The last inhabitant of the mansion was Edessa Warner Slocum, the daughter of Governor Warner. There is one picture of her on the refrigerator holding her grand child but not much was said about her current whereabouts. The mansion has an extensive garden and is a participant in many of Farmington's downtown parades and events. There is even a group of representatives called The Warnerettes. I enjoyed this tour very much and hope others get a chance to check it out. There is a donation box and it is asked that you give a $3 donation per adult and $1 per child. Anything extra goes to preserving the mansion and the upkeep which is very expensive. Sharon is a volunteer and so are the others who help to tend the garden and premise. It is thanks to them that these tours are possible.

What a treat to see a classic story like Beaty and the Beast acted out in this classic, historic…read moretheatre. Outside, handills and sandwich boards announce the current performance. Inside, the smell of freshly popped popcorn will greet you as you make your way into the lobby/foyer. Despite the ornate gold fixtures and red velvet curtains in the auditorium that speak to the theatre's bygone days, it's now a family-friendly place so popcorn as a snack option is a hit. Ticket prices are reasonable so the whole family can experience live theatre without breaking the bank. The matinee performances on Saturdays and Sundays are perfect for kids and birthday parties are a regular event. At the end of performances, after curtain calls, the cast announce the names of the birthday boys and girls and everyone, including the audience, sings happy birthday. Community theatre is a wonderful way to showcase local talent and it's fun to see such an active group alive and well in historic Northville.

They have great shows and have for many years. I'm confused by the woman below who is complaining…read moreabout someone stopping her from texting during a show. She's in the wrong! You shouldn't text during a show. Also, the shows are based on classic fairytales and not Disney movies. I see all their shows and the kids I take are always impressed.

Okay, quick. Without asking the Internet, name five brands of tires…read more This was my list: Michelin, Firestone, Pirelli, Goodyear, Continental. How did you do? Was Uniroyal on your list? Uniroyal was founded 1892 as the United States Rubber Company in Connecticut as part of the merger of nine separate companies which was one of the biggest corporate consolidations at the time. They became a major supplier for General Motors as an OEM manufacturer. In 1985, Uniroyal merged its tire operations with B.F. Goodrich, forming the Uniroyal Goodrich Tire Company and they were later acquired by Michelin in 1990, ending its run as an independent company. And I can't remember ever having a Uniroyal on my many vehicles. The Uniroyal Giant Tire was built for the 1964 New York World's Fair as a Ferris wheel styled structure. It was moved here to Allen Park and remains a symbol of their legacy. You can't miss it just off I-94. [Review 680 of 2025 - 388 in Michigan - 24241 overall]

If you're driving into Detroit- you can't miss the tire!…read more It's large and right along the highway. You can't get too close, as it lines the highway but also has a fence around the base of it. We didn't make a special trip to visit the tire but just acknowledged it's existence and size.

Super cute little village next to downtown Northville.Very close to the local shops and…read morerestaurants, easy to stroll to after a dinner out. Wonderful place to walk around and take pictures or just relax and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Very close to the baseball park and other conveniences

This is a huge museum with so many items. Cars, trains, planes, buses, steam engines, furniture &…read moremore. My favorite thing to see in this museum was the ACTUAL bus that Rosa Parks rode in & was able to sit on the bus. I saw some cars that the presidents drove in. So many different innovations and different vehicles too.

This is a huge museum with so many items. Cars, trains, planes, buses, steam engines, furniture &…read moremore. My favorite thing to see in this museum was the ACTUAL bus that Rosa Parks rode in & was able to sit in the spot she sat in. We saw some of the cars that the presidents drove in. So many different innovations.

I spoke to a woman here and I could tell that she is a fraud. Nothing she said resonated with my…read morelife and she was trying to get me to spill my business before she says anything to me so she can act like she's reading my situation and drawing conclusions. If she was legit, she would already know, at least to a degree right. Only for entertainment purposes

Recently I came in for an Angelic Reiki session with Sheri. She is just so wonderful, she will…read morelisten to and understand what you're dealing with and I believe she truly did a remarkable job during our session, as I haven't experienced any issues in my problem area since then. She was able to tell me much more than I even came in looking for! Donna at the front desk is also fantastic. She is helpful, understanding and a pleasure to talk to! I also should mention, over the years I've picked up a few candles from there and I've really enjoyed burning them as well. My favorite was the personalized one I got a few years ago after I had a card reading. I'll definitely be back to this gem soon!

We decided to try this Phoenix theater because we love the Livonia location so much…read more First of all the building is from 1946 but has been redone to be quite modern. Very very clean. The staff were so friendly and easy to talk to. The experience was really good as far as picture quality and sound. I recommend this theatre and it is now my go to movie house.

The theater seats are comfy and sound was great! Liked how the theater was smaller and intimate…read more Picture was bad though. Very grainy.