14 island getaways you can (and should) take near Michigan

For the times you want the island life without the chlorine pool and overly sweet cocktails. By Michael Milhim

By Metro Times editorial staff

Gross Ile Finally, we have an island in the metro area! Maybe this isn't far enough away for you to consider it a vacation, but maybe it can be your new weekend walking place instead -- a personal weekly vacation. Take Jefferson downriver to get to this metro area extension. Photo via the Gross Ile Township Facebook
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14 metro Detroit acts you should see this summer if you can

     It's hard to keep track of all the legit shows featuring the area's best local favorites, so we made a…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Mexican Knives: I know they were just mentioned, but they deserve their own spot on this list. Their only other posted show so far this summer is on July 12th @ Painted Lady in Hamtramck.
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See inside the $7.7M mansion Floyd Mayweather Jr. bought IN CASH

Floyd "Money" Mayweather is back at it again, flaunting his wealth, that is. At least he has ok taste in properties. All…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Ok, like I'm not here to invalidate Mayweather's hard work and savvy, but I wonder what kind of house the guy who invested in the artificial heart lives in.
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28 photos from the Joy Formidable at the Magic Bag

Photos by Mike Pfeiffer.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: 28 photos from the Joy Formidable at the Magic Bag
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22 flawless photos of Beyonce fans at Ford Field

Photos by Liv Martin

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: 22 flawless photos of Beyonce fans at Ford Field
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Horoscopes (June 15-21)

By Metro Times editorial staff

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): At a time when you could use double doses of clarity, your perceptions are out of shape from having way too much on your plate. The flexibility demands are bigger than ever. Your peeps are either on the same bandwidth, or they’re having trouble trying to figure you out. If you’re less interested in being their dream date, it’s only because you have a raft of stuff that has to happen before you have space to breathe. Don’t try too hard to please those who need more than you have to give. Life goes two ways. If they cared about this, they would know enough to let you be.
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22 photos from Flossy's Suitcase in Highland Park

Flossy's Suitcase is located at 12521 Woodward Ave., Highland Park. Photos by Liv Martin.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: 22 photos from Flossy's Suitcase in Highland Park
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All of the beautiful people we saw at Motor City Pride

Photos by Jeannette Fleury.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: All of the beautiful people we saw at Motor City Pride
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Everything we saw at the Midtown Getdown

Photos by Mike Pfeiffer.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: Everything we saw at the Midtown Getdown
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15 mesmerizing photos from Florence and the Machine at DTE Energy Music Theatre

Photos by Mike Ferdinande.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: 15 mesmerizing photos from Florence and the Machine at DTE Energy Music Theatre
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PHOTOS: Smokey Robinson at Music Hall

Photos by Brita Brookes.

By Metro Times editorial staff

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PHOTOS: Everyone I Owe at the Loving Touch

Photos by Mike Pfeiffer.

By Metro Times editorial staff

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40 photos of Barenaked Ladies at DTE Energy Music Theatre

Photos by Mike Ferdinande.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: 40 photos of Barenaked Ladies at DTE Energy Music Theatre
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20 farmers markets every Detroiter should visit this summer

Farmers markets are one of the hallmarks of summer. There's really nothing better than spending a morning wandering through, feasting your eyes (and sometimes…

By Metro Times editorial staff

photo via Facebook: Lathrup Village Farmers Market
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The top 10 places to eat in Detroit if you love sandwiches

For the times where the only utensils you want to use are your hands and some bread. By Michael Milhim

By Metro Times editorial staff

 Astro Coffee Michigan avenue off the West Fisher service drive Now we’re into vintage ubran whatever chic territory here. They can do coffee and sandwiches and baked goods well? Count me in. (Photo from Yelp user Sally A.)
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Horoscopes (June 8-14)

By Cal Garrison.

By Metro Times editorial staff

GEMINI: May 21 – June 20 What goes around comes around. Given recent events you're either riding a wave of generosity and fulfillment, or you've crashed and burned. There's no easy way to talk about where you're going. Those of you who are on higher ground need to enjoy those blessings and bask in that goodness while it's alive. Those of you who have been hung out to dry are living with the laws of Karma. No matter how dire those consequences might be, everything is open to change. There is always redemption for anyone who sees the error of their ways and who wants to make amends.
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31 photos from John Doe at the Ark

Photos by Brita Brookes.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: 31 photos from John Doe at the Ark
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PHOTOS: Steely Dan at DTE Energy Music Theatre

Photos by Mike Ferdinande.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: PHOTOS: Steely Dan at DTE Energy Music Theatre
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18 weird and wonderful summer festivals in Michigan

Ever wanted to gather together with hundreds of other people in celebration of bologna? How about a weekend devoted to The Wizard of…

By Metro Times editorial staff

 Wizard of Oz Festival When: June 17-18 Where: Ionia What: Whether your experiences with the Wizard of Oz involve watching the classic film as a kid or embarrassing yourself auditioning for your high school's rendition of Wicked as a teenager, this Ionia-based celebration offers a fun and friendly atmosphere for fans and fanatics of L. Frank Baum's classic novel.
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10 new works by Detroit pop artist Davin Brainard

For lovers of charming yet provocative paintings, the first look at TIMESTEREO artist Davin Brainard’s new, large steamy vignettes is like tall,…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Davin Brainard: New Works - "SHINY SHINY"
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Vintage photos of Chicken Shack

John and Iola Sobeck opened the first Chicken Shack in Royal Oak in 1956, which means the purveyor of broasted chicken is…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: Vintage photos of Chicken Shack
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19 classic photos of Ford Motor Company's history in Detroit

On June 4th, 1896, Henry Ford made his first successful test drive of his first car, the Quadricycle, in the streets of Detroit. Here's…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Henry Ford Driving Old Model Car Passing a Stage Coach from Virtual Motor City (Photo credit: Detroit News Collection, Walter P. Reuther Library, Wayne State University)
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37 hippy, dippy, and trippy photos from Peacefest at L.A. Cafe

Photos by Mike Pfeiffer.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: 37 hippy, dippy, and trippy photos from Peacefest at L.A. Cafe
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PHOTOS: DIIV at the Loving Touch

Photos by Mike Pfeiffer.

By Metro Times editorial staff

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Everything we saw at the Chevrolet Belle Isle Grand Prix

Photos by Mike Ferdinande.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: Everything we saw at the Chevrolet Belle Isle Grand Prix
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PHOTOS: Sheepdogs at the Shelter

Photos by Brita Brookes.

By Metro Times editorial staff

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23 trails near Detroit you probably didn't know about

They say that spending time in nature is like hitting the reset button on your soul. Whether that's true or not, it's…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Park Lyndon County Park Lyndon Township One of southeastern Michigan’s finest natural area preserves, this hilly terrain is full of various species of plant life and boasts a great view of Lake Genevieve. The trail connects to the state’s Waterlook-Pinkney Trail for a combined hiking experience of almost 50 miles. Photo via Facebook, Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
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