Executive Committee Meeting 10-15-24

President's Report

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ADDRESSES

WHERE TO DRINK

pastry shop and art gallery. � İ The Congregation – Map on the second inside flap of the cover - 9321 Rosa Parks Blvd - t (313) 307-5518 - thecongregationdetroit. com - 8/9am-9pm (Sun. until 6pm) - closed Mon. This church converted into a cafe is a handsome space where, depending on the time of day, you can enjoy a hot drink, grab a bite to eat (bagels, sandwiches, salads), or have a glass of something. All kinds of events hosted: concerts, themed evenings, yoga classes, and more—check out the busy program. A true community living space. Bars � Ĩ Kiesling – D1 - 449 E. Milwaukee Ave - t (313) 638 2169 - www.kieslingdetroit.com - 5pm-midnight (Fri-Sat. 2am) - closed Sun. The Kiesling Saloon of the 1920s has had a makeover! Today, it’s a beautifully decorated bar that blends old and new, with comfy sofas, several small lounges, and a nice patio. The cocktails are excellent: Kiesling regularly ranks among the top 30 bars in the country. Rivertown, Belle Isle, inside flap of the cover Off the detachable map Bars ı Brix Wine Bar – 1588 Franklin St - t (313) 656-4300 - www.itsbrix. com - 4pm-10pm (Sat. 2pm), Sun. 12pm-6pm - closed Mon.-Tue. A winery that is also a pleasant wine bar where Lake St. Clair Map in the second

you can taste an interesting selection, accompanied by boards of cheese, cold cuts, or sandwiches. Holds tasting evenings (reservation only) . North Map in the second inside flap of the cover Off the detachable map Coffee shops/cafes lj Commonwealth Cafe – 300 Hamilton Row - Birmingham - t (248) 792-9766 - gocommonwealth. com - 7:30am-3pm . A wide selection of quality coffees from a variety of sources, plus food (quiches, salads, pastries, etc.) in a pleasant setting where you can really take it easy. Bars ij One Eyed Betty's – 175 W. Troy St - Ferndale - t (248) 808-6633 - www. oneeyedbettys.com - 4pm-midnight (weekend 10am-midnight). Great for an all-American dinner, “Betty's” bar is most popular for its beers, sourced from all over the world, including more than 40 draft beers that change with the seasons, and for its large selection of whiskeys.

Eric Jackson/Brix Wine Bar

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www.milwaukeecaffe.com - 6am-5pm (weekend 8am-4pm). A tiny cafe the likes of which you might find in Italy (the inspiration): a coffee machine, a counter, and pastries galore! The perfect spot to take a beat from sightseeing. Later, swing by Kiesling next door: an excellent cocktail bar helmed by the same owners. � ħ Someday – D1 - 2857 E. Grand Blvd - t (313) 683-6088 - www.wearesomeday.org - 2pm-9pm - closed Sun.-Mon. An original site designed as a hybrid venue by its owners—she a model, he a photographer—, both contemporary art collectors. In what used to be a car dealership, you can feed mind and body in this halfway-house between

� ĕ Castalia at Sfumato – D4 - 3980 Second Ave - t (313) 305-1442 - www.castaliacocktails.com - 5pm-11pm - closed Sun.-Tue. A truly one-off establishment! A perfume store during the day, this Victorian house (bottom floor) morphs into a cocktail bar come evening (cocktails and mocktails), all inspired by the belief that smell and taste are inextricably linked. The concept really works. New Center & Milwaukee Junction Detachable Map Coffee shops/cafes Ħ Milwaukee Café – D1 - 447 E. Milwaukee Ave - t (313) 262-6223 -