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DATELINE: METRO OFFICES

ATTENTION ALL BUDDING DIRECTORS, ACTORS, WRITERS & PRODUCERS!

Bradric Productions and The McCarty Metro, are pleased to announce its' fourth McCarty Metro Film Project. The event will take place from June 22-28, 2015. The event is open to all. We are looking for people get an idea of a film in accordance with the rules on June 22, then over the next 7 days, write, act, direct and produce a short 4 minute or less movie and submit it by 11:59 pm Sunday June 28.

For complete information and rules, please visit our McCarty Metro Film Project page.
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DATELINE: DETROIT, MICHIGAN

Recent postal retiree Margaret McCarty has signed up with St. Ronald Parish to work at 10 Detroit Tiger home games raising money in the concession stands. She was working on opening day selling nachos, and also a very cold New York Yankee game manning (or womanning) a very busy hot chocolate stand. If at an upcoming Tiger game, or coming to the Rolling Stones concert this summer, check out section 331 and stop by & get some food & drinks!

Opening Day - 4 Hours Before Game Time Margaret With Annette At The Big League Grill In Section 331

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 BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT

Gina Deakins is excited to announce the birth of her 8th grandbaby, Miss Iris Jane Love. Iris was born on April 21st weighing in at 9 lbs 3 oz and is 21 inches long. Both mother, Emily Love, and little Iris are doing great. Sweet Scarlett is such a proud big sister.

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DATELINE: DETROIT, MICHIGAN

Austin and Hilary took in a show at the historic Fillmore Theater in Detroit. The act they went to see was comedian Dave Chappelle. Reports came into the Metro that Dave Chappelle fans thought the comedian’s dazed and confused Thursday's late performance in Detroit was half baked at best. The usually sharp-witted Chappelle chain-smoked, slurred his speech and shouted at hecklers as he rambled his way through the 9:30 p.m. show at the Fillmore Detroit, according to attendees. Austin and Hilary went to the early show and said it was a great show. The duo provided some pictures from the evening.

DATELINE: TUESDAY NIGHT KARAOKE

On April 7th, a group of McCarty's including Steve, Jerry, Kelly and Mike got together for a little night out on the town. The night began with the group heading up to Andiamo's Restaruant for a cocktail. They were also joined by Bob Dantzer and Kelly's wife Margaret. While in the lounge area (as luck would have it), Brad Savage brought a guitar, and the group provided musical entertainment for the bar patrons, everything from Sweet Caroline to All About The Bass. After the cocktails, they went to the Wellington for the karoake. Hightlights of the Karaoke included Brad Savage singing Sweet Caroline in the parking lot. Get Up Off That Thing by Kelly & Jerry and Steve's rendition of Spill The Wine. The only thing missing was a little drunken Elvis.... Maybe next time Larz???

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GULL LAKE XXXI - THE RETURN OF THE MCCARTYS

After going without a McCarty for the past 6 years, Mike Wiacek and Augusta golf officials announced that 3 McCartys will be in the field of 16 for Gull Lake XXXI being held from May 20-22 outside of Kalamazoo, Michigan. Steve McCarty along with event co-founder Kelly McCarty will be on the tees for the annual spring event.

Mike Wiacek reported the news in his January press conference (email), "I hope everyone finds a little warmth or the thought of warm weather in this note. Exciting news to Gull Lake 2015 the return of the McCartys! It will be great to have them back this year after a short hiatus." Kelly was in the original event in 1985.

Tee Times Are..
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 Bedford Valley 9:36 am --- 10:03 am
Gull Lake View East 3:00 pm --- 3:27 pm
Thursday, May 21, 2015 Gull Lake View West 9:00 am --- 9:27 am
Gull Lake View East 2:15 pm --- 2:42 pm
Friday, May 22, 2015 Stonehedge South 9:00 am --- 9:27 am

DATELINE: HUDSONVILLE, MICHIGAN

Budding artist Luke McCarty poses by his "Splat the Cat" drawing on April 27 at the Hudsonville Public Schools Art Show at City Hall. What inspired the Jamestown Elementary kindergartner to draw Splat? "My teacher told me to."

ED NOTE: Stay tuned for a very special Peanut & Jocko with special guest Splat The Cat.

DATELINE: SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA

Austin McCarty flew to San Jose/Santa Clara late March to give a presentation at EPPICon about their start up company, Syntheslide. His company was a Speed-pitch award recipient. He also ended up going to the Microsoft and Google campuses to visit. It was a short, fun, and warm trip.

PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES

Here are some of the travel destinations this past month from our readers.

 Jerry traveled to Mexico, Michigan, and China for business & fun
 Kathlene, Jerry and Evan traveled to Portland Oregon to visit Dana at school 
 Steve traveled to Chicago and to Knoxville for business
Austin traveled to San Jose, California for business
Larry traveled to Las Vegas for business (and a little recon maybe???)

Went on a trip or vacation? Send us your destination and pics to mccartymetro@gmail.com
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THE ADVENTURES OF FINN


Metro reader Becky has a website for her new dog. The site is called
"The Adventures Of Finn". http://www.adventuresoffinn.com

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Dear Editor: I was flabbergasted when I learned that I received not one, but two Dudley Awards! I wasn't prepared for this, so I'd just like to thank the Metro Academy on behalf of the others with whom I'm sharing this award - Karen, Brad Mathers and Jim Pass. And it's a real honor knowing the stiff competition we were up against. What, the music is playing already? OK, quickly, congrats to all the other winners. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'll hope to hit a couple of the Dudley Parties. What to wear? -Mike

ED NOTE: Although you didn't win for Mario and Rod, let me just tell ya big fella, that the contact to damage ratio of those columns is immense. And to answer your question... Wear the sequin shirt and toupee. It will be a hit.

Dear Editor: I just finished watching the Bruce Jenner interview with Diane Sawyer. I always remember Bruce as a manly Olympic athlete. Is there anything we possibly could have watched for over the years to see something like this coming? -Questioning Life

ED NOTE: I wish I could say yes. I remember the '76 Olympics as well, when he won the gold. I also remember all of his TV and Movie appearances which all seemed normal to me. Below is a pic from the 1980 film "Can't Stop The Music" (cute top), and a Bob Hope Special (I did have serious questions about Bob and Merlin about the same time).

We always want to hear your questions, comments, rants, or editorials.
Just submit them anytime during the month to to mccartymetro@gmail.com for inclusion in the next issue

GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN - THOSE WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY SINCE THE LAST ISSUE

Alex Johnson, 72, baseball player (California Angels, Cincinnati Reds, Detroit Tigers), prostate cancer. Daniel von Bargen, 64, actor (Malcolm in the Middle, Philadelphia, Super Troopers), complications from diabetes. Minnie Miñoso, 92, baseball player (Chicago White Sox, Cleveland Indians), pulmonary artery dissection. Eugene Patton, (Gene Gene, The Dancing Machine) 82, stagehand and performer (The Gong Show), diabetes. Bill Slayback, 67, baseball player (Detroit Tigers). Hot Rod Hundley, 80, basketball player (Los Angeles Lakers) and television broadcaster (Utah Jazz), Alzheimer's disease. Cynthia Lennon, 75, author and first wife of John Lennon, cancer. Robert H. Schuller, 88, televangelist (Hour of Power). Richard Dysart, 86, actor (L.A. Law, Wall Street, The Thing). Stan Freberg, 88, comedian and voice actor (Looney Tunes, Lady and the Tramp), pneumonia. Percy Sledge, 74, R&B singer ("When a Man Loves a Woman"), liver cancer. A. Alfred Taubman, 91, real estate developer, philanthropist and football team owner (Michigan Panthers). Robert P. Griffin, 91, politician, member of the U.S. Senate from Michigan (1966–1977) and House of Representatives from Michigan's 9th district (1957–1966). Lois Lilienstein, 78, actress (The Elephant Show) and singer (Sharon, Lois & Bram), cancer. Sawyer Sweeten, 19, actor (Everybody Loves Raymond), suicide by gunshot. Jayne Meadows, 95, actress (I've Got a Secret, Undercurrent, Song of the Thin Man). Verne Gagne, 89, professional wrestler, trainer and promoter (AWA). Suzanne Crough, 52, actress (The Partridge Family). Calvin Peete, 71, golfer, Tournament Players champion (1985).

ALSO PASSED THIS MONTH...

HOUTTEMAN, RICHARD “HOOT” aka DICK, age 91. It is with deep and heavy sadness that we announce the death of Richard Houtteman, who passed on April 8 at Beaumont Hospital in Grosse Pointe after a brief illness. He was born in Detroit, the first born son of Richard Joseph Houtteman and Alvina (Schneider) Houtteman and they preceded him in death as well as his brother and sister, Lee John Houtteman and Audrey Depestal. Richard spent most of his life in St. Clair Shores and graduated from South Lake High School, where he first met Geraldine Violet Fuhs. She remained the love of his life through 70 years of marriage. Richard was born “German stubborn” with Belgium family values. His family was his pride and joy. He is survived by his wife, Geri; six children, Toni Houtteman, Richard “Mike” (Donna) Houtteman, Debbie (Lee) Arend, Jeff (Karen) Houtteman, Scott Houtteman, and Lee (Pam) Houtteman; 15 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by life long friends from Michigan Bell and many dear neighbors on Culver Street. His 91.9 years on earth were spent “living within his means” as a navy pilot, milkman, Michigan Bell linesman, chief switchman and engineer, hockey coach and referee, outdoorsman, gardener, golfer, Christmas tree salesman, euchre player and lover of Mr. C’s pizza and beer. 

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Richard took fashion cues from no one. He could put together an entire ensemble for less than five bucks from his favorite Goodwill store. His signature look for family weddings included a pink sportscoat. Richard enjoyed a long life, surrounded by his loving family and many good buddies. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 am on May 7 at St. Isaac Jogues Church in St. Clair Shores. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to the St. Isaac Jogues’ School technology fund or your favorite charity. Burial will take place in Grass Lake, Michigan, at a private cemetery, overlooking the Arend Tree Farm.

ED NOTE: Dick Houtteman is best known to our Metro family as the man who was throwing ice cream at Mike & Karen's wedding reception in 1972.

AND FINALLY.... REMEMBER MOM ON MOTHER'S DAY

THE McCARTY METRO WILL BE BACK ON YOUR CYBERPORCH IN JULY

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