﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss xmlns:a10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title>Staff &amp; Reader Submitted</title><link>https://annarbor.bubblelife.com/community/detroit_ireporter</link><description>Staff &amp; Reader Submitted</description><item><link>https://annarbor.bubblelife.com/community/detroit_ireporter/library/35828020/key/350263133/Hawaii_Fluid_Art_Bring_Unique_Art_Experiences_to_Detroit_Suburb_Wixom_Michigan</link><author>Editor EmailWire</author><category>Lifestyle</category><title>Hawaii Fluid Art Bring Unique Art Experiences to Detroit Suburb, Wixom, Michigan</title><description>&lt;p&gt;WIXOM, MICHIGAN  &lt;a href="https://www.emailwire.com/"&gt;(EmailWire&lt;/a&gt;) -- Maya Ratcliff, founder and CEO of &lt;a href="http://www.hawaiifluidart.com/"&gt;Hawaii Fluid Art&lt;/a&gt; (HFA), announced the Grand Opening for a new studio in Wixom, Michigan&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WHERE:&lt;/strong&gt; 49016 W Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI 48393&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WHEN:&lt;/strong&gt; Friday, February 21, 2025 from 3:00p.m. to 5:00p.m.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WHAT:&lt;/strong&gt; Grand Opening, an art studio/gallery that offers distinctive art classes that bring people together for a one-of-a-kind experience.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ON-SITE CONTACT:&lt;/strong&gt; Cara McLauchlin | cara@hawaiifluidart.com | 248-672-2029&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For anyone looking for a fun way to de-stress and reconnect with their inner artist, HFA is the place to be.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Open seven days a week, Hawaii Fluid Art, Wixom, offers art classes, retail shopping, an art gallery, and more. The art classes are engaging and accessible, making fluid art an ideal activity for all ages and skill levels. The studio provides classes in fluid art, resin beach scenes, resin tumblers, glass painting, charcuterie boards, and wine glasses. Hawaii Fluid Art Wixom is an ideal venue for individual skill building, birthday parties, private events and celebrations, corporate events and team building, ladies nights and date nights.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Grand opening festivities will feature drawings for a $25 gift card for anyone who joins the studio mailing list now through the grand opening weekend, along with entry into a raffle for additional prizes. The first 10 walk-in customers will receive a free art experience valued at $65. Live ukulele performances by a talented art instructor will take place on Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Complimentary food and beverages will also be provided throughout the celebration.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Hawaii Fluid Art in Wixom, MI, is committed to offering all skill levels the chance to learn and explore new art techniques and is quickly becoming a local favorite activity spot. We offer a vibrant array of hands-on art experiencesfrom fluid art and resin beach scenes to customizable charcuterie boards, resin tumblers, and patch party hats, mosaics and glass art Hawaii Fluid Art has something for everyone. Its the perfect hub for family fun, Girl scout troops, birthday parties, social gatherings of all kinds, and corporate team-building events. With activities for kids as young as two, Hawaii Fluid Art is a playful, inclusive space where creativity knows no bounds. said McLauchlin.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From the moment you walk into one of our studios, you will feel loved, supported, important, empowered and capable, added Ratcliff.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Classes and private events can be booked online at &lt;a href="https://hawaiifluidart.com/wixom-mi"&gt;hawaiifluidart.com/wixom-mi&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Walk-ins are always welcome.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Hawaii Fluid Art&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Founded in 2020, Hawaii Fluid Art delivers a unique blend of entertainment and professional art instruction. Hawaii Fluid Art students are proud to display their one-of-a-kind creations in their homes and offices. Since going public with the franchise in April 2022, more than 150 units have been sold, with more than 35 studios opening in the next six months.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Current open locations include: Gulf Shores, AL; Peoria, AZ; Scottsdale, AZ; Tucson, AZ; Liberty Station, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Castle Rock, CO; Brookhaven, GA; Johns Creek, GA; Burlington, NC; Cedar Hill, TX; Cedar Park, TX; Coppell, TX; Denton, TX; Dominion Springs, TX; Flower Mound, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Houston Heights, TX; League City, TX; Mansfield, TX; Lubbock, TX; Pflugerville, TX; The Woodlands, TX; Franklin, TN; Mt. Juliet, TN; Geneva, IL; Tinley Park, IL; Noblesville, IN; Overland Park, KS; Kansas City, MO; Glendale, WI; Lehigh Valley, PA; Oklahoma City, OK; Omaha, NE; Rochester Hills, MI; Wixom, MI; Salt Lake City, UT; Smith Mountain Lake, VA; Hilton Head, SC; Greenville, SC; Pembroke Pines, FL; Coconut Creek, FL; Naples, FL; Winter Springs, FL; Waikoloa, HI; and Las Vegas, NV.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;This press release is issued through EmailWire (&lt;a href="http://www.emailwire.com/"&gt;www.emailwire.com&lt;/a&gt;)  the local and global newswire that provides &lt;em&gt;Press Release Distribution with Guaranteed Results.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://detroit.bubblelife.com/viewimage/key/3513496863/wixom_michigan_studio_owner_-_cara_mclauchlin.png?w=512&amp;h=384"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://detroit.bubblelife.com/viewimage/key/3513496852/hawaii_fluid_art_logo_white_backround.png?w=512&amp;h=384"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 19:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://annarbor.bubblelife.com/community/detroit_ireporter/library/35828020/key/359219521/Potbelly_Gifts_Fans_Free_Sandwich_and_Soft-Baked_Sweet_Surprises_for_47th_Birthday</link><author>Donna Kang</author><category>Food &amp; Dining</category><title>Potbelly Gifts Fans Free Sandwich and Soft-Baked Sweet Surprises  for 47th Birthday</title><description>&lt;p align="left"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Neighborhood Sandwich Shop Celebrates with a Weekend of BOGO Sandwiches and Complimentary Cookies &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CHICAGO &lt;/strong&gt; Potbelly is turning 47, and it's giving fans a weekend full of gifts to celebrate the occasion together. The beloved brand is thanking fans for nearly five decades of frequent shop visits, giving their fans a free sandwich* on Friday, January 12&lt;span&gt;th&lt;/span&gt;, and a free cookie** on Saturday and Sunday, January 13&lt;span&gt;th&lt;/span&gt; and 14&lt;span&gt;th&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Potbelly kicks off the birthday celebration offering fans nationwide an exciting sandwich deal. For one day only, fans can purchase any Original-sized or BIG sandwich and get a second original size sandwich free. This exclusive promotion is available for everyone, but only with orders placed through the Potbelly app and online at Potbelly.com with promo code BOGO.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The celebration continues over the weekend with an exclusive offer for Potbelly Perks Members. On January 13-14, Perks Members can enjoy any baked fresh daily cookie complimentary with the purchase of an entrée. That includes the all-new Birthday Cake Cookie which is only available for a limited time. This soft-baked cookie with rich birthday cake flavor is loaded with colorful sprinkles and is sure to add a festive flavor to the celebration. When ordering on Potbelly.com, the Potbelly app, or in-shop scan, its a golden-baked opportunity for fans to savor a delightful cookie alongside their favorite entrée. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Potbelly is turning a page on another year we celebrate 47 years of satisfying cravings for our hot, oven-toasted sandwiches. To thank our legions of fans, we thought it was only fitting to give them more of what they love, whether a sweet treat or their fan-favorite sandwich, said David Daniels, Chief Marketing Officer at Potbelly. Were approaching nearly a half-century of building meaningful relationships in the neighborhoods we serve and wanted to ensure we celebrate those connections as we turn another year older.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For exclusive offers and rewards, Potbelly encourages fans to join the Potbelly Perks program, where they can unlock free sandwiches, cookies and special offers throughout the year. To sign up for the Potbelly Perks reward program, visit &lt;a href="http://www.potbelly.com/perks" rel="nofollow"&gt;www.potbelly.com/perks&lt;/a&gt;, and, for more information on Potbelly, visit &lt;a href="http://www.potbelly.com/" rel="nofollow"&gt;www.potbelly.com&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Potbelly&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Potbelly Corporation is a neighborhood sandwich concept that has been feeding customers smiles for more than 40 years with warm, toasty sandwiches, signature salads, hand-scooped ice cream in creamy shakes, customized just the way customers want them. Potbelly promises Fresh, Fast &amp; Friendly service in an environment that reflects the local neighborhood. Since opening its first shop in Chicago in 1977, Potbelly has expanded to neighborhoods across the country, with more than 400 company-owned shops in the United States. Additionally, Potbelly franchisees operate over 40 shops in the United States. For more information, please visit our website at &lt;a href="http://www.potbelly.com/" rel="nofollow"&gt;www.potbelly.com&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*With the purchase of an Original-sized or BIG sandwich&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;**For Potbelly Perks members with the purchase of any entrée&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://detroit.bubblelife.com/viewimage/key/3519168983/bday_image-3.png?w=512&amp;h=384"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 13:13:07 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://annarbor.bubblelife.com/community/detroit_ireporter/library/35828020/key/359245132/Potbelly_Welcomes_Return_of_the_Legendary_A_Wreck_Salad_to_the_Underground_Menu</link><author>Sarah Boylen</author><category>Food &amp; Dining</category><title>Potbelly Welcomes Return of the Legendary A Wreck Salad to the Underground Menu</title><description>&lt;p align="left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;The Beloved Menu Item Makes its Comeback Exclusively &lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;on the App Starting January 1 &lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Potbelly Sandwich Works announces the highly anticipated return of its A Wreck Salad. Previously a staple on the brands menu, the A Wreck Salad will make a long-awaited comeback, available exclusively through the Potbelly Apps Underground Menu on January 1, 2024.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The A Wreck Salad is renowned among Potbelly fans for its meaty combination of hand-sliced turkey breast, hickory smoked ham, salami, Angus roast beef, Swiss cheese, diced hard-boiled egg, crisp cucumbers, and grape tomatoes. Served on a bed of fresh field greens, this tasty salad is topped with a generous drizzle of creamy buttermilk ranch dressing.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;"At Potbelly, we understand our fans' passion for memorable classics, and the A Wreck Salad holds a special place in the hearts of many. We are excited to kick off the new year by further bolstering the array of menu offerings to our loyal fans available through our Apps Underground Menu," said David Daniels, Chief Marketing Officer at Potbelly. "This revival exemplifies the brands commitment to engaging with our fans in unique ways, and offering remarkably craveable menu items you can only get at Potbelly. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;To indulge in this blast from the past, fans can download the Potbelly App and order on the Underground Menu, which holds a treasure trove of hidden favorites.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Potbelly is keeping the holiday celebration rolling into the new year with a salad offer exclusive to Perks members. Beginning January 1 - January 7, when Potbelly Perks members order any whole salad they earn a free entrée on their next order. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Potbelly fans are urged to join the Potbelly Perks program, where they can earn free sandwiches, cookies and special offers throughout the year. To sign up for the Potbelly Perks reward program, visit &lt;a href="http://www.potbelly.com/perks"&gt;www.potbelly.com/perks&lt;/a&gt;. For more information on Potbelly, visit &lt;a href="http://www.potbelly.com/"&gt;www.potbelly.com&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Potbelly&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Potbelly Corporation is a neighborhood sandwich concept that has been feeding customers smiles for more than 40 years with warm, toasty sandwiches, signature salads, hand-scooped ice cream in creamy shakes, customized just the way customers want them. Potbelly promises Fresh, Fast &amp; Friendly service in an environment that reflects the local neighborhood. Since opening its first shop in Chicago in 1977, Potbelly has expanded to neighborhoods across the country, with more than 400 company-owned shops in the United States. Additionally, Potbelly franchisees operate over 40 shops in the United States. For more information, please visit our website at &lt;a href="http://www.potbelly.com/"&gt;www.potbelly.com&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;
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