Parade
goers can get a free hot beverage inside the Angelina Italian Bistro
beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning.
DETROIT
-- How’s
this for a real heart (and hand) warmer: for one day – November
25 – the Detroit People Mover (DPM) will add to its route
by opening up a special “station” on Thanksgiving: one
complete with free hot beverages.
Right across
the street from the DPM Grand Circus Park stop, and sponsored by
WADL TV 38, the DPM “Family / Patron Station” inside
Angelina Italian Bistro will give away complimentary hot chocolate
and coffee starting at 8:30 AM on Thanksgiving Day. The restaurant
is located at 1565 Broadway, on the first floor of the old Madison
Theater Building and across from the Detroit Opera House. All free
beverages and giveaways will be available until noon or while supplies
last.
The People
Mover will distribute free children’s Santa Antlers (reindeer
hats) and December transit passes. Visitors will also have an opportunity
to submit their best wish for Detroit in the New Year.
“Families
are some of the People Mover’s most favorite VIP’s –
Very Important Patrons,” said Barbara Hansen, Detroit Transportation
Corporation general manager. “What better way to bring in
the holiday season than being surrounded by loved ones, taking in
a great event, having some hot chocolate with real whipped cream
and a fast People Mover ride to get you there and back.”
While there,
guests can take a stroll down memory lane in a cozy holiday setting,
featuring WADL’s classic television lineup of yesterday and
today.
“WADL
TV38 continues to be a very touchable broadcast entity in Detroit,”
said Denise Dody Johnson, marketing and public relations director,
WADL. “The commitment continues with WADL TV38 and the viewers.
We are not just a TV station, we are a community connection. We
want to provide not only great programming, but also information,
and activities that firmly represent our passion to be a resource
to our community.”
For those
who want to experience a taste of Italy, Angelina’s will also
showcase its signature lattes, cappuccinos, baked goods and full
bar offerings at a special event price.
“Our
in-house pastry chef, Ann Weertz, is going all out with freshly
prepared cinnamon rolls, brownies and cookies. We’re proud
that everything is made on-site and that we are part of the downtown
revival,” said Angelina co-owner Tom Agosta.
People Mover
service hours on Thanksgiving Day are 6AM-7PM.
Steeped
in the traditions of Italy but with a modern attitude, Angelina
Italian Bistro features a moderately-priced menu of handcrafted
pasta, pizza, and inspired regional Italian entrees for the entire
family. Located on the first floor of the old Madison Theater Building,
Angelina Italian Bistro is open for dinner and special events, and
offers a full 40-seat bar highlighting Detroit’s own micro-brews
and wines from around the world in a non-smoking environment. Catering
and private dining rooms for holiday parties, wedding dinners and
other events are also available.
