Articles tagged: "detroit transportation"
1: The Party is On: A Year 's Worth of Great Detroit Events
From celebrating the automobile to recognizing the region 's ethnic diversity and musical contributions, the city of Detroit knows how to throw a great event. The city is known for its unique major festivals and events - not found in any other part of the country.
2: Exploring the Districts of Detroit
In Detroit, many of the really great destinations are nestled in the communities that spiral out of the city. Easily mistaken as purely quiet suburbia, these districts of Detroit possess vibrant downtowns and other unique attractions that make them worth exploring.
3: Detroit Attracts Groups with Endless Attractions
A premier convention and meeting destination, the city of Detroit is more than just 35,000 competitively priced hotel rooms and numerous spaces for your meeting needs. Undergoing the country 's largest urban redevelopment boom, Detroit offers convention and meeting attendees endless activities and attractions that will ensure their visit to the Motor City will not be their last.
4: From Conventions to Family Reunions, Detroit is the Host of Choice
Undergoing the country 's largest urban redevelopment boom, Detroit serves as an exciting and unique destination for groups of all sizes. Redevelopment efforts encompass more than $20 billion in new development under way. The international destination, located only one mile from Windsor, Canada, is also accessible by way of a 90-minute flight for 60 percent of the nation 's population.
5: Detroit City Shines with Tinsel-Town Locations
With the filming of blockbusters such as 8 Mile, The Island, and Transformers in local Detroit locations, filmmakers are discovering Detroit is a city rich with extraordinary film location possibilities.
6: Detroit Comes Alive After Five
Detroit is a city of possibilities. From world-class museums to ethnic communities, endless shopping and events galore, the city of Detroit knows a thing or two about how to entertain its guests. The fun doesn't end with the five o'clock bell. In fact, parts of Detroit are just starting to heat up.
7: Playing Your Song: Detroit Concert Venues Feature the Biggest Names in Music
Up for some music? Want to see your favorite music performer in action? Love the live experience of a concert? Detroit 's capacity for handling big crowds and drawing the biggest names in music makes it a prime destination for concert-goers. This is Motown after all - the city where the likes of Stevie Wonder and the Supremes launched their careers.
8: Pure Michigan: Discovering the Four-Season State
Annually, Michigan offers hundreds of attractions for its residents and visitors, and every year there is something new to enjoy - from beachtowns overlooking Lake Michigan to the urban vibe in southeast Michigan. 2008 has many milestone events, including the portside city of St. Clair celebrating its 150th anniversary and the 100th anniversary of the Ford Model T and General Motors.
9: Bragging Rights: Detroit is a City of Championship Events
Beyond championship teams like the Detroit Pistons and the Red Wings, Detroit 's passion for sports and ability to host huge events makes it a city of championship events. This includes World Cup Soccer, the MLB All-Star Game, Super Bowl XL, the Buick Open, and the Ryder Cup.
10: Detroit Preserves Its Rich African-American Heritage
You can literally go in any direction from Detroit 's riverfront and see why this is such a major center for African American culture. From the world 's largest museum of African American history or Hitsville U.S.A., where all Motown stars were born, when it comes to African American culture and history, all roads eventually lead to Detroit.
11: Detroit Casinos Add Revitalized Vibe to City
Located in three distinct regions of downtown Detroit, as well as across the Detroit River in Windsor, casinos are creating a bit of Vegas glam to the cityscape. Open everyday around the clock, Detroit casinos feature well-appointed surroundings, big-name entertainment, and of course, exciting gaming.
12: College Sports Reign Supreme in Detroit
Detroit is a sports town. It 's a city with passionate fans and remarkable teams. When it comes to collegiate sports, Southeastern Michigan delivers a range of excitement, from Michigan State to the University of Michigan to Wayne State.
13: Taking Flight: The Detroit Metro Airport Takes Service to a New Level
With many new renovations in place, it 's hard not to notice the dramatic changes Detroit 's Metro Airport has undergone in the last few years. With a new terminal, an additional sixth runway, convenient access, a new parking garage, and the luxury-class Westin Hotel,
14: Detroit: The City Cars Built
As the automotive capital of the world and home to General Motors, the Ford Motor Company, and Chrysler, Detroit is a city built by cars. From the stunning mansions built by auto barons to sprawling automotive facilities, the automobile has left its mark the city and its people.
15: City of Detroit Landmark Enchants Guests with Dazzling Theater Productions
Envisioned by the Fisher Brothers as "the most beautiful building in the world," the Fisher Building in Detroit was designed by Albert Kahn in the early 1920s. The seven brothers were sons of Lawrence Fisher, Sr., a Ohio carriage maker.
16: The Finest Opera and Dance Make Their Appearances at the Detroit Opera House
With superb acoustics and an orchestra pit large enough to accommodate 100 musicians, the restored 1922 Detroit Opera House is home of the Michigan Opera Theatre, producer of grand opera and dance productions.
17: The DSO Emerges Audiences in Symphonic Delight
For nearly a century, the internationally-acclaimed Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) has achieved greatness by providing audiences with unforgettable performances, visionary maestros, and illustrious guest artists. The DSO 's standards of musicianship and artistry on the stage of Orchestra Hall is admired throughout the world.
18: DIA: Beacon of Detroit Culture for More Than a Century
Located in the heart of Detroit 's Cultural Center and founded in 1885, the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) began its life on Jefferson Avenue in Detroit, but due to its rapidly expanding collection, moved to a larger site in 1927.
19: What 's New in the 'D'
Detroit has had a deep impact on the world. From putting the world on wheels to the Motown sound - Detroit has crafted American culture. Metro Detroit is a city full of surprising offerings. Currently undergoing a renaissance with new developments and attractions, Detroit 's downtown boom is one that has to be experienced to be appreciated.
20: Cleaning Your Production Parts Washer
In order to keep your washer producing top quality, clean parts it is necessary to perform the required preventive maintenance. Cleaning the washer is a tough and dirty job, but if it is not performed the washer will not perform up to expectations. Residue develops on parts during the manufacturing process, and when the washer removes the residue, it is left in the washer.
21: Parts Washers: Misconceptions about Solvents
Despite popular misconceptions, solvents are a legal and safe method of cleaning. Increasingly rigorous environmental standards have given rise to a belief that aqueous cleaning systems are the only available option for washing parts.
