We've been members on and off for years…read more Several steel tip dart boards adorn the walls. Complete with throwing oches. Everything up to specs, too. A cozy little den on one side with shelves full of books. They provide comfortable leather chairs and beautiful wood dining tables for your comfort. There's even an old style English phone booth...with a working phone! Friday night is special with a fish fry including chips (ya know, fries) and only an authentic British fish fry would include mushy peas. I like the malt liquor for my fries and sneak a little lemon and tartar sauce on my cod. Head up to the full bar for something cold and wet to wash it all down. They have plenty of room with several tables to accommodate. But you need to hurry, rumor has it they've sold the building to Kenny's liquor shoppe, next door.

Heard recommendations about the fish and chips open to public on Fridays at 5-7pm. They were not…read morewrong. The buildling can be easily missed in the evening for the area is not lighted well. Parking and entrance door is in back. So, you order from the bar your food and drinks. They hand you a food ticket. Then, you walk over to the sweet older ladies (in aprons that are running the food from the kitchen window) and hand them your food ticket. They may or may not ask your name so they may call your name or what is in your order when it is ready to pick up. It took about 10 min for our orders to be called. They do not use cod (heaven forbid!), rather large pieces of hake and it is hand-battered. The fish was very tender, delicious, and flavorful. Batter was light and crisp. The dish comes with slaw and bread. We got the mushy peas for the whole cultural experience. We also got the steak pie. It was like a beef potpie without the veggies, packed with steak and gravy in a very tender crust. All were very filling and delish. Besides the fish and chips, a major highlight was how friendly the members were, welcoming us so warmly. The sweet older ladies that served us are the the cutest, charming ladies with their accents. Whenever I ESPECIALLY hear a British accent, I feel like I am in a movie or TV show. It is just slightly surreal. I want them to keep talking to hear how British they are. I am just having my own personal show. Anyway... We will definitely come back.

I was drawn in by a news article that talked about the gallery's holiday art sale. I was drawn in…read moreby the variety and caliber of the art offered for sale. When I went to pick up the art that I'd paid for, I was greeted by an exhibition's closing complete with a cookout and talk from the artist. This gallery is a gem in the community and truly makes art accessible for all.

A very inviting gallery. Personal and serene giving the space to enjoy the art. The owner is…read moreextremely wonderful.

Lots of cool and unique metal sculptures, much had the rustic and rusted finish from the outside…read moreelements. Metal signs indicate sculptures can be purchased. Not sure if the gates are ever open or not. We were able to check out the sculptures through the fence only.

Alhamdulilah, very beautiful mosque. However, it was a very sad when I travelled with my family…read moreduring the month of Ramadan and they don't serve Iftar. It's a historic landmark and representing the Muslim community in the USA and it is the largest mosque in the country. I'm very disappointed that I Ramadan, Iftar and Maghreb is not celebrated there.

Very Beautiful Masjid, Highly recommend, there is an area for Lectures it's a very big and nice…read moremasjid, clean bathroom and peaceful.

I have had several class reunions here, my baby shower here and they never disappoint. The food is…read morealways top notch, the service is friendly and properly trained. overall I come back because they are consistent.

Brides - do yourself a favor and book the Hellenic Cultural Center as your reception venue!!…read more The space is warm, inviting, and beautiful. The food is incredible, and weeks later, our guests are STILL talking about it. There was also a bridal suite and groom room on site, which was the perfect place for us all to convene for hair and makeup during the morning of the wedding. Best of all, the staff is incredibly kind and accommodating! There's so many details that other venues told us they would charge for, that the Hellenic Cultural Center included for us, which made the process so seamless! From providing decor (like hurricane vases and plate chargers) to working with outside decorators to create the space of our dreams to having a professional serving/bar staff, the Hellenic Cultural Center had everything we needed. We can't thank them enough for making the wedding of our dreams come true! Marlee helped immensely throughout the entire process by answering our thousands of questions over email, to helping on the actual big day. She was instrumental in bringing our vision to life. We are just so, so grateful to her and the whole team!!

Beautiful Saturday afternoon to stroll through the garden and check out the geese and wildlife…read more Not a long stop but worth pulling in for half an hour or so

I had a very lovely experience at the Japanese Cultural Center and Tea House. We went on the 2nd…read moreSaturday of the month for the Traditional Tea Ceremony that they offer... totally worth it! I love history and tea and snacks, so it was a perfect way to spend the afternoon. The women were extremely kind and informative and willing to answer any questions that arose. I learned a lot and now want tatami maps (and let's face it, a tea house) of my own. Unfortunately we went during the winter so there wasn't much of a garden to speak of, but the ceremony and getting to see the tea house in my mind were well worth the trip.

New Edge Theater BLOG NOMINATED FOR 2013 EDUBLOG AWARD…read more The Edublog Awards is a community based incentive started in 2004 in response to community concerns relating to how schools, districts and educational institutions were blocking access of learner and teacher blog sites for educational purposes. The purpose of the Edublog awards is promote and demonstrate the educational values of these social media. The best aspects include that it creates a fabulous resource for educators to use for ideas on how social media is used in different contexts, with a range of different learners. It introduces us all to new sites that we might not have found if not for the awards process.

It is great to see urban renewal maintaining historic charm. During my first visit to Toledo, I…read morewent for a walk and found myself in this historic area. It is a works in progress though it is already beat to wander. Many store fronts are empty though look ripe for new businesses to open soon. There is an artist vibe here with a few art places including an art supply shop. I have uploaded a few photos. Walkable and a number of places to eat out at.

If you love Detroit (or just great local finds), put this everything-Detroit boutique at the very…read moretop of your list. It's one of those shops that perfectly captures the spirit of the city while still feeling welcoming, creative, and genuinely community-focused. The location in Midtown is super convenient, with easy street parking nearby -- always a bonus in the city. And if you have time, definitely pop next door to Nest, which they also own. It has the same thoughtful vibe and is absolutely worth browsing plant-centric items. This is my go-to spot for gifts, although I'll admit some items mysteriously end up staying with me. The selection is fantastic: unique Detroit-themed T-shirts, beautiful jewelry, coasters, drinkware, cutting boards, locally made soaps, baby gifts, and so much more. Everything has a Michigan connection, and a lot of the pieces come from local artists and makers, which makes shopping here feel even more meaningful. What really sets this place apart, though, is the people behind it. The staff are genuinely kind, knowledgeable, and clearly invested in their community. You can tell they care about supporting local artists, small businesses, and the neighborhood as a whole -- and that makes supporting them feel good too. If you want authentic Detroit gifts, thoughtful local products, and a shopping experience that feels personal rather than corporate, this spot absolutely delivers. I always look forward to coming back.

Located adjacent to their sister store Nest, City Bird is a small shop specializing in Detroit…read morethemed housewares and gifts from local artists . If looking for a unique gift for your favorite Michigander,this is the place to go.