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Things to Do  

Antique Buildings

Antique Buildings, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  There are antique buildings all over the town, especially on Gibralter Road and down near the river, across from Huroc Park. They have relocated some of the oldest buildings into a park area behind the library on Gibralter Road, including the original General Store, which... 

Huroc Park

Huroc Park, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  The Huron River runs right through Huroc Park, which has walking trails, picnic areas, fishing and playgrounds for the kids. There is a large gazeebo near the river that would be perfect for small, intimate outdoor weddings.There are squirrels, and many birds in the park as... 

Restaurants  

Flat Rock Family Cafe: Nice Hometown Atmosphere, Good Food

Flat Rock Family Cafe: Nice Hometown Atmosphere, Good Food, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  We regularly dine at Flat Rock Family Cafe, which offers a large selection of American traditional favorites as well as some Mediterranian dishes as well. Breakfast is served all day, every day, too! It's got a nice diner/small town atmosphere, with friendly staff, timely... 

Big Bear Lodge: Big Bear Lodge

Big Bear Lodge: Big Bear Lodge, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  I have not yet had the opportunity to eat here yet, but it is getting excellent reviews. The night I went to eat there, there was a 45 min- 1 hour wait for a table! Features wild game, fish and other outdoorsy dishes.Constructed to immitate a rustic lodge, game mounts, as... 

Nightlife  

Whorelan's, I mean Harlans: Hoochie's and Has Been's
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There is a reason it's nicknamed Whorelan's

Underage girls with fake ID's and spandex mini skirts and thirtysomething loosers. This place is all washed up and Tootsie Roll is still their number one hit.

Dress Code: Whatever you would see on a street corner in any major city...

Written Jun 7, 2003

Address: Telegraph Rd

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Transportation  

No Speeding!
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Whatever you do, DO NOT SPEED ON GIBRALTER ROAD!!!

The speed limit is a cumbersome 25 miles an hour, and the police station is right there in the middle of it all. You will get pulled over for even 5 miles over, especially with out of state tags.

It sure does stink travelling this road every morning, on my way to I-75, for work...

Written Jul 12, 2003

Related to:
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Shopping  

Not Many To Speak Of!: We Don't Even Have A Grocery Store!

Not Many To Speak Of!: We Don't Even Have A Grocery Store!, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  When I first moved to Flat Rock, we had a K-Mart and a FoodTown on Telegraph Road, which was the closest thing to a shopping center we had, until FoodTown closed it's doors about a year and a half ago, and we all know of K-Mart's demise...The closest Grocery store is either... 

Supple's Greenhouses: Great Greenery!

Supple's Greenhouses: Great Greenery!, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  Supple's Greenhouses has provided me and my family with wonderful summers by providing healthy, quality plants and greenery for my yard and garden. Supple's offers a huge selection of decorative plants, house plants, vegetable plants, herb plants, bushes, trees and more! The... 

Local Customs  

Native Attire...
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If you wish to fit in with the locals, sweatpants or sweat shorts and a stained tank top or tee shirt should do for summer (preferrably with a hunting or nascar theme on it), and a carhartt coat and overalls with a camo baseball cap for winter. YEEHAW!!!

Written Jul 12, 2003

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What to Pack  

Colder Than A Witches... WINTER

Colder Than A Witches... WINTER, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  Might want to consider a sled dog team... By all means PLEASE bring warm winter attire. I don't mean a lined leather jacket. Bring a down filled winter coat, mittens, scarf and hat or earmuffs. Snow pants aren't even a bad idea! Snow boots are a must! If you are driving... 

Welcome to Hell, I Mean Michigan! SUMMER

Welcome to Hell, I Mean Michigan! SUMMER, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  Garbage Bags, Suitcase, Backpack, whatever you have... Our weather is "like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get"!Even in the summer, you are wise to bring a light jacket, an umbrella and a few pairs of slacks or jeans. There are days it is very windy,... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Fishing the Detroit River/Lake Erie

Fishing the Detroit River/Lake Erie, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  The Detroit River is listed as one of the Top 10 Walleye waters by several sources. You can fish either from a boat or from the shore all along the Detroit River and Lake Erie from Detroit City all the way to the Ohio Border!You can catch Smallmouth, Largemouth, Walleye,... 

Huron River Steelhead Run

Huron River Steelhead Run, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  There are 2 steelhead runs each year at the Huroc Park on the Huron River. Spring run is around March and fall run is around Sept-Oct. Use spawn sacs and BB shot for best results with light casting tackle or a fly rod! 

Flat Rock Speedway

Flat Rock Speedway, Flat Rock

 truesunn Says:  Local drivers come to compete in short track Nascar-like racing every Saturday night. There is also figure 8 racing with the older 80's sportscars. A chair cushion, your favorite Nascar shirt and a 6 pack of beer. 

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