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2013 May See Rebirth of Southfield Arts Group

2013 May See Rebirth of Southfield Arts Group 150 150 sccadmin
By Sandra Armbruster

SOUTHFIELD – Following on the heels of the hugely successful Detroit Institute of Arts outdoor art exhibit in Southfield, the City Council is reviving a public art commission.

“The purpose of this is to get art out into the community,” said council President Ken Siver, who presented an outline of the commission’s structure to fellow council members at a recent meeting.

Southfield has made past forays into the art world in the ‘80s, with an outdoor art sculpture display in the Civic Center’s pavilion area…

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Alive After Five

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Over 100 people attended the Alive After Five event on December 20 at Tango’s, where they enjoyed food, drinks and networking. The City of Southfield shared the City Centre vision and information on upcoming improvements and new tenants coming into the area. Attendees included members of Detroit Young Professionals, students from Lawrence Technological University, and employees of Warren Strategies, which is expanding into a new space at the Town Center.

“They enjoyed hearing the new vision for the City Centre,” said Southfield Business Development Manager Rochelle Freeman.”They were really pleased with the new outlook for the area, and the city’s desire to make it a more walkable environment.”

Check out the Southfield City Centre Facebook page for  more photos and updates.

Aerotek Inc.

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Aerotek Inc. is a leading provider of technical, professional and industrial recruiting and staffing services, and a valuable staffing partner with businesses in Southfield. “Aerotek recruiters have the expertise and local, industry-specific knowledge to locate, screen and place the most qualified professionals to meet each company’s unique staffing needs,” said director of business operations, Chris Anthony.

A family-oriented, team-driven company, Aerotek, with three decades of experience, fits candidates with the best suitable employer. Originally founded in 1983 to service staffing and recruiting for the aerospace and defense industry, today Aerotek has expanded into many industries. Aerotek’s mission is to bring great people and great organizations together.

“Southfield is an ideal location to serve our client base. Because of Southfield’s close proximity to every major highway, we’re able to work with companies in all area of Southeast Michigan efficiently and effectively,” said Anthony. Aerotek is located in the Southfield Civic Center. “In addition to Southfield’s large business population and central location to our client base, Southfield has a lot to offer our employees when a break from a hectic workday is needed – from restaurants and shopping to other recreational activities.”

Check Out the Southfield Public Library Friends Book Cellar

Check Out the Southfield Public Library Friends Book Cellar 150 150 sccadmin

The Friends Book Cellar offers gently used books, magazines, DVDs, CDs and much more for incredibly low prices. All of the proceeds benefit the Southfield Public Library.

The sale is open Wednesday, January 2 (1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.); Thursday, January 3 (10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) and Saturday, January 5 (10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

Click here for more information.

Detroit Free Press Lists Gastronomy Among Top 10 Best New Metro Detroit Restaurants

Detroit Free Press Lists Gastronomy Among Top 10 Best New Metro Detroit Restaurants 150 150 sccadmin

Gastronomy, a modern American bistro located in the City Centre’s Baker Tilly building, was recognized by the Detroit Free Press as one of Metro Detroit’s best new restaurants. Food Critic Sylvia Rector writes:

When you can’t stand to see one more comfort-grub menu, head to Gastronomy in Southfield, where executive chef Adam Hightower successfully bridges the chasm between approachable American bistro cuisine and contemporary fine dining. Hightower’s beautiful presentations on oversized serving pieces are calculated to wow the eye. But what you’ll remember most are the flavor combinations of dishes like the seared scallop trio, each piece paired with a different sauce or purée to be eaten in order, mildest to boldest. Try the steak-and-eggs starter, which won’t look like what you expect — but that’s the idea. 

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City Officials Envision New Pathway Around Municipal Lawn

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Council approves motion to seek bids, then decide on spring construction
By Jessica Strachan Velazquez

SOUTHFIELD – City officials see Southfield’s Municipal Complex as a “canvas” of sorts, and health is at the center of that blank canvas, council members explained during a recent meeting.

A proposed sidewalk loop for recreational activities, which would encompass the lawn, leads the way in promoting healthy activity on municipal grounds.

“Parks and Recreation has had a plan, pretty much on the books for 20 years, of doing a circular loop in the front lawn,” City Planner Terry Croad explained to council during the Dec. 3 meeting. “I thought it was a great idea for many reasons. As you know, we’re trying to make the City Centre District more pedestrian-friendly and also put life on the street.”

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Lawrence Tech Inducts Nine into Engineering Hall of Fame

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Nine alumni of Lawrence Technological University have been inducted into the College of Engineering Hall of Fame in recognition of their outstanding contributions to their profession and the world.

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LTU Signs Robotics Agreement with Ohio Community College

LTU Signs Robotics Agreement with Ohio Community College 150 150 sccadmin

Lawrence Technological University (LTU) has signed an agreement to allow students from Terra State Community College in Fremont, Ohio, to transfer up to 64 credits toward completion of a bachelor of science degree in robotics engineering.

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Grede Holdings Took Bankrupt Assets and Forged a 21st-Century Business Model

Grede Holdings Took Bankrupt Assets and Forged a 21st-Century Business Model 150 150 sccadmin

From the Detroit Free Press
by  Alisa Priddle

Iron cast foundries may evoke visions of Charles Dickens’ novels, but a Michigan supplier has taken bankrupt assets and forged a 21st-Century business model and strategy of aggressive growth.

The company is Grede Holdings, and it was formed in 2010 with the merged assets of three companies: Grede Foundries, Blackhawk Foundry and Citation. read more

Pepper Hamilton LLP

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Pepper Hamilton LLP is a multi-practice law firm with its Michigan presence located in the Southfield Town Center, 4000 Building, Suite 1800. The office represents clients in complex matters in a range of practice areas, including corporate and securities, environmental law, bankruptcy and reorganization, labor and employment, litigation and real estate law.  The firm employs more than 500 lawyers nationally.

 

Pepper has had a presence in Michigan since 1979.  Originally located in Detroit’s Renaissance Center, the office relocated to Southfield in 2011 in order to better serve its regional clients. The firm selected the City Center’s Town Center as its new location. “It had many of the amenities that we enjoyed for many years at the Renaissance Center – the indoor shops, hotels, restaurants and covered parking. It’s also more centrally located for our staff and attorneys,” said office administrator Larry Halicki. “We’re very happy here. It’s a great complex!”

 

Working closely with lawyers in Pepper’s other offices, the Detroit office blends Pepper’s depth of national expertise with the breadth of the Detroit office’s local experience. Pepper attorneys assist clients who have business interests in the manufacturing, auto, finance, retail, energy, food, transportation and technology industries in Michigan and throughout the country. Pepper attorneys serve as outside counsel for companies ranging from small start-ups to large multinationals in acquisitions, divestitures and all aspects of their day-to-day legal services.

 

Each Pepper office is active in its local community and serves as a base for the firm’s national and international work. The firm uses modern communications technology to link its offices and, when appropriate, staffs projects with lawyers from more than one office, enabling clients to benefit from the talents and experience of all of Pepper’s lawyers.

 

For more information about pepper Hamilton LLP’s services, call 248-359-7300.