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DATELINE: 2013 DAN MCCARTY GOLF CLASSIC

The 18th Annual Dan McCarty Golf Classic is scheduled for Saturday, June 22, 2013 at Greystone Golf and Country Club. Gather with friends, family, and colleagues for this 18 hole best ball scramble event. $110 per person or $440 per foursome. Each golfer receives a round of 18, golfer gifts, access to driving range and putting green, and lunch. Please visit our DMGC Web Page here on the Metro for full information and sponsorship opportunities. You can enter by going to the Lupus on-line registration site, or download and mail the registration form here. Early registration is encouraged as event participation is limited to ensure a 4-hour round.

You can also get more information about Greystone Golf Club, or getting more information about all the wonderful things the Michigan Lupus Foundation offers by clicking on the links. We hope to see you all at the event.the golf cours

DMGC EVENT TIMELINE

7 am : Registration, Continental Breakfast, Driving Range & Bloody Mary Bar
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8 am: Shotgun Start
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2 Complimentary Drink Tickets! Hot dog & chips on the turn!
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1 pm : Reception. A tribute to Dan McCarty, abundant food, awards and prizes.

DMGC QUIK FACTS

Date: June 22, 2013

Time: Registration 7 am
Time: Tee Time 8 am

Cost: $110 per person or
Cost: $440 team

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DATELINE: YPSILANTI, MICHIGAN

Austin McCarty (right) competed in his second run of the year, in preparation for a marathon in late summer. The Ypsilanti Color Run was held on Saturday, May 11 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. It was a party atmosphere that overtook the city as Austin and an estimated 15,000 others dashed through streets. Runners of all shapes and sizes doused in a kaleidoscope of colors crossed the finish line in Riverside Park as they concluded their 5k event. Smiles were abundant just about everywhere in Ypsilanti Saturday as the city was awash with color and abuzz with people enjoying The Color Run. This was the second year for the event.

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An estimated 15000 runners competed in this Ypsilanti event Video of the runners getting doused in rainbow of color
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DATELINE: A COMEBACK?

After being off the air for over 30 years, according to reports, the Detroit TV show "Bowling For Dollars" is making a comeback (see article to the right). Upon hearing the news, former BFD winner Larry McCarty is chomping at the bit. Says Larz, "I think I still have a tube of moustache wax from the 70's... and I'm single. I can use all the same answers. Where do I sign up?". The show will debut in September.

DATELINE: MACKINAC ISLAND, MICHIGAN

The countdown is on... Brad McCarty and Valerie Bain will tie the knot in a ceremony on Mackinac Island on June 8. The Columbus, Ohio couple will recite their vows in a small outdoor wedding on the lake with a few close family and friends with the backdrop of the Mighty Mac Bridge. An August Porch Party is being planned by the McCarty Metro so everyone will get a chance to can offer their congratulations to the couple. Good Luck Brad & Valerie.

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DATELINE: GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN

Karen and Mike McCarty were joined by Ryan McCarty and his son Luke for a short, wet, but fun evening of minor league baseball just outside Grand Rapids. The tarp went on the field at Fifth Third Ballpark after an inning-and-a-half. Then it came off for a batter. Then went back on. So we didn't stick around to see if the hometown West Michigan Whitecaps defeated the Great Lakes Loons from Midland. But we did see Rockford elementary school students sing the national anthem. And Ryan took Luke into the outfield before the game along with a lot of other parents and kids. And we did see a Whitecaps player leg out an infield hit. And a little kid beat mascot Crash the River Rat in a race around the bases. We also saw Luke slap hands/paws with the Whitecaps' pig mascot. Oh ,and it was dime hotdog night! Fortunately, Karen's tickets (she got 'em at a school auction) were good for a free hotdog and drink. But I popped for a second dog. We also learned from the free program that the West Michigan Whitecaps Hall of Fame includes Brandon Inge, Joel Zumaya and Ramon Santiago, among others. We'll go again. The Great Lakes Loons defeated the West Michigan Whitecaps, 6-1.

DATELINE: HOLLAND, MICHIGAN

Roosevelt Jones will perform in Holland summer series. Mike McCarty and Joe Lehman, who form the musical duo Roosevelt Jones, will be in the 2013 Downtown Holland Street Performer Series. Mike (acoustic guitar and vocals) and Joe (percussion) will play on June 13 (opening night), July 25, and Aug. 15. The outdoor series will run every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 from June 13 through Aug. 29. Each night, 32 acts -- music, magic, tumblers, jugglers, and more -- will be spread along the sidewalks of Eighth Street, from River Avenue to past College Avenue. Roosevelt Jones also played in last year's series. On June 13, Roosevelt Jones will play near Kilwin's on College Avenue at Eighth Street. On the other dates, the duo will be near stores at the corner of Eighth and River. If you'll be in the area, stop in and say "hi." 

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DATELINE: NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

Not to be outdone by Austin's Color Run, Larry McCarty and Gina Deakins participated in the annual Tap 'N' Run on May 11 in Nashville. Tap 'N' Run combined a ridiculous running race - a 4k with 3 beer chug stations* along the race course, a full beer at the Finish Line, crazy costumes, great times with friends, and unbelievable athleticism. JAM Active has teamed up with some rad bars in Nashville to create this awesome day of racing and community enjoyment! (*chug stations = 5-6 oz. of beer per) In addition to being a part of an awesome and unique racing experience, all participants received a sweet Finisher's medal (that doubles as a bottle opener...no, really), the equivalent of over two beers and a Tap 'N' Run t-shirt to commemorate your amazing accomplishment. You also had the option to have your race professionally timed so you and your friends can laugh about how long it took to finish a mere 4k while sipping some suds!

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Larry & Gina on their trek through the course Huh?!?!

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DATELINE: OAKLAND TOWNSHIP

Congratuations to Jenna McCarty on making her first communion on Saturday, May 11 at St. Andrew's Parrish.

DATELINE: AUGUST, MICHIGAN

Congratualtions to the golfers who competed at Gull LakeXXIX from May 15-17. Although there were no McCartys at the event, several Metro subscribers and friends competed. The golfers had great weather, and special congrats to Glen Lukas, the 2013 champion.

We want to hear your questions, comments, rants, or editorials. Just submit them to soundoff@mccartymetro.com.

Dear Editor. I know you have played a lot of Street Football. Do you recommend 1 - Mississippi, 2- Mississippi,........ or 1 - Bolt , 2 -Bolt, 3-Bolt,...........? As a follow up, is it legal to go 1-2-3-4-5 Bolt, Bolt, Bolt, Bolt, Bolt? -Mrs. Higgins Tree

ED NOTE: That is a touchy subject with me. I tried to petition the NFL for the new rule of 1-bold 2-bolt, but was denied. They are looking into the other suggestions though of the side-saddle hike, and bringing a (Mrs. Hicks) tree into every field of play.

Dear Editor. I will walk my daughter down the aisle at her wedding in August. Which scenario is the favorite among oddsmakers: that I will trip or that I will go into the wrong pew? -Curious Klutz in GR

ED NOTE: Actually, on my trip to Vegas in January, I played the longest odds. I predict you will be just fine, the wedding will be beautiful, and your toast (although only 5 words) will go off without a hitch.

Dear Editor. Nice job on the Metro. Got some nice comments from friends on the slides of old pictures from Detroit. Some folks are wondering what all the slides are. Is there a place for answers or do you plan to put 'em next month?

ED NOTE: The photos you saw were from a group on the Facebook which I subscribe. They have lots of old photos and news about our old zip code in Detroit. It is called The Ol' Neighborhood 48227/48228..

Dear Editor. Congrats to Austin on Completing a Half-Marathon?  It seems a little contradictory.  I also want to congratulate the Editor on Completing a one-twentyfifth Walk to Chicago. -One-Eighth of an Only Child

ED NOTE: Since you are good with fractions, how can you tell that the following fractions are from Europe ? A/C, X/C and W/C ?  Because their numerators are all over C's. Get it??  

Dear Editor. Thanks for the Tips on going to Weddings. For your teenage readers, I'd like to recommend the Rum & Coke.  Nobody can tell. -Cousin Russ

ED NOTE: Good to hear from you Rusty. I also use your trick you taught me while drinking bloody marys, and you tell them that it's just your urine sample. Oh... by the way... I really think you should get that checked out.

Dear Editor. Just listened to the Mother's Day podcast. Good stuff! Sorry I missed the taping. I have a couple adds: For athlete/actor: Nobody mentioned O.J. Simpson and his brilliant, sensitive portrayal of Officer Norberg. And that '70s actor? Mom's choice of Robert Redford surprised me. I thought it was going to be James Garner. Also, Jerry, excellent Donald Trump impersonation on "Celebrity Apprentice." You gotta reprise it at Brad and Valeries's wedding on the Island. -Mike

ED NOTE: Metro readers... We have a group chat every Sunday at 9pm Eastern Time. You just need a web camera and microphone to participate, or, you can just watch. Also, usually, about once a month, Jerry does his podcast for KHTS radio from the Metro Chat Cafe'. Hope more can join us.

SAVAGE
IN THE

This is a new article for your editor. It will consist of things happening in and around Detroit. As a sports fan, I have had quite a few great moments in my lifetime. I got to see Detroit winning multiple Stanley Cups, along with seeing Red Wing greats like Gordie Howe, Steve Yzerman, and Nick Lidstrom. I experienced the winning of several NBA Championships, and seeing the Bad Boys dominated Michael Jordan. I also saw 2 World Series Championships in '68 and '84, along with seeing many Tiger greats over the years. One Tiger stands out, and that is Miguel Cabrera. We saw last year, he hit for the triple crown, and is on his way to doing it again. Why is he so good? I don't know. If you throw him strikes, he hits the ball hard. Even if you throw him balls, he can still hit the homerun as seen by 6 different videos (all outside the strike zone) that Miggy hit for home runs. GO TIGERS, and GO MIGGY!

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GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

Jeanne Cooper, 84, actress (The Young and the Restless). Ken Venturi, 82, golfer and golf analyst, winner of U.S. Open (1964), inducted into World Golf Hall of Fame (2013), multiple infections. Steve Forrest, 87, actor (Dallas, North Dallas Forty, S.W.A.T). Ray Manzarek, 74, rock musician (The Doors), bile duct cancer. 

A NOTE FROM GINA

For those of you who haven't heard, my dad is not battling dementia anymore, nor living in pain or with any suffering. He's always walked with the Lord on this earth and now he's skipping with Jesus in Heaven. So happy for him and looking forward to seeing him again. Please remember my mother in your prayers. Thank you for all of your support and love through this time with our family.

AND FINALLY...

Her Daddy couldn't be here for kindergarten graduation because he was killed 3 days ago in the line of duty. So her Phoenix Police family showed up and lined the walkway, cheering on Tatum Raetz, who managed to smile... even for a little while.

HAVE A SAFE JUNE, AND WE'LL SEE YOU BACK IN JULY

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