Public Pool is definitely making a splash in city’s cultural life
(Editor-at-Large Walter Wasacz writes a weekly column on life in Hamtramck.) By Walter Wasacz After we attended the late March opening of Public Pool, an art gallery that took over…
Movers and Shakers …
By Mike Murphy Who is he? Mark Nowotarski, life-long Hamtramck resident and documentary filmmaker, has been involved in the news and broadcasting profession since 1981. His most recent film, “The…
Public schools celebrate Cinco De Mayo with concert and art
Hamtramck got a little taste from south of the border last Wednesday on Cinco De Mayo Day. Thanks to the combined bands from the Hamtramck Public Schools, a couple of…
Sometimes in spring, it’s best to shush up and just look around
(Editor-at-Large Walter Wasacz writes a weekly column on life in Hamtramck. A version of this article first appeared in modeldmedia.com) By Walter Wasacz After rhapsodizing about spring being a special…
If recycling is a crime, then the Redo Crew is guilty
By Ian Perrotta Note to the upcoming weekend clean-ups: One person’s trash is another person’s recycled treasure. That’s the lesson learned at Recycled Treasures, the nonprofit resale shop that offers…
In Hamtramck, taking a tour of the world comes easy
By Ian Perrotta Review Staffwriter Smiles were free and laughter was plentiful at last Saturday’s (April 24) World’s Fair at People’s Community Services (PCS). About 200 people showed up for…
Street life: Baseball, Punks, Polish Muslims & Strawberry Festival
(Editor-at-Large Walter Wasacz writes a weekly column on life in Hamtramck. A version of this article first appeared in modeldmedia.com) By Walter Wasacz Of all the seasons, springtime in Hamtramck…
Movers and Shakers…
Movers and Shakers… By Ian Perrotta Fuad F. Katbi, M.D., is a cardiologist who practices at 10005 Jos. Campau. Originally from Damascus, Syria, Katbi graduated from the University of Damascus…
Comedy concert provides laughs and a helping hand
By Lisa Robertson Special to The Review For 20 years Forgotten Harvest has been able to provide free food to needy families in Hamtramck and the metro area. Unfortunately, the…
Program offers free windows, doors and paint job for old houses
If you live in a house built before 1978 – and in Hamtramck that means most houses – you may qualify for some major repairs. The catch is, there must…
