On the Ground

Metromode's On the Ground series allows us to partner with coalitions of community stakeholders to identify and capture the story of talent, investment, innovation and emerging assets that are shaping the future of Metro Detroit's cities and towns.

Photo courtesy Legato Salon & Spa

Salons and barbershops find downtown Farmington a cut above the rest

Ruby Blu Salon. Joe’s Headquarters. Legato Salon & Spa. Decades of business in downtown Farmington between them. We reached out and this is what we heard.

Masonic Lodge, at Grand River and Farmington Rd.
Blue Hat Coffee & Gallery plans to open a second location in downtown Farmington

So let’s start with the first thing everyone wants to know: when will Blue Hat open its doors?

Photo courtesy Farmington Brewing Company.
Local groups use downtown Farmington brewery as social hub

If you see 100 people gathered outside of Farmington Brewing Company this summer, it might not be for the beer--though there’s a good chance that could be a reason, too.

Panel at Farmington Civic Theater. Photo by David Lewinski.
What is the future of downtown Farmington?

About a hundred locals gathered in Farmington’s Civic Theater’s upstairs auditorium recently to take part in a panel discussion on Farmington’s future. Here's what they learned.

Farmington Master Plan Land Use Map
Farmington turns to residents for input on latest master plan update

Officials are currently tweaking the plan in response to comments gathered at the open house. A draft plan will be available on the city’s website within one to two weeks.

Scott Freeman. Photo by David Lewinski.
Farmington’s Civic Theater marries old with new

The classic, beautifully restored 1940 movie house was the sole venue for the 6th annual Farmington Film Festival which showcased some of the latest and greatest “good films for a better world”.

Neu Kombucha. Photo by David Lewinski.
Kombucha maker tinkers with recipe for a healthy soda from storefront in downtown Farmington

The soda aims to give people who may not love Kombucha more choices for a healthy beverage.

Meet the transplants: How five folks found a home in Farmington

Figuring out where to put down roots – particularly when you have a family – can be stressful. So Metromode recently checked in with some local residents to hear their respective answers to the question, 'Why Farmington?' 

Downtown Farmington public art contest extends deadline

Farmington artists are being encouraged to enter a public art contest that pairs artists with local businesses.

Sunflour loaves. Photo by David Lewinski,
Specialty food scene takes root in Downtown Farmington

From craft beer to cheeses to bread, Kombucha, and more, foodies will find plenty to love in Farmington's downtown specialty food cluster.

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