Writer/Producer - Detroit enthusiast, Barenaked Ladies fan for life, and a mom.
The rain this morning didn’t stop Tony Hawk and the skateboarders from coming out to break in a new skate park on the corner of Monroe Avenue and Farmer Street. The new park will open to the public tomorrow, but we got a sneak peak of the new skate...
On Thursday night, ten semi-finalists were announced for the annual Hatch Detroit Contest out of more than 160 applications that were received. If you’re not familiar, Hatch Detroit is an annual contest where the winner will receive $50,000 from Comerica Bank and more than $200,000 in pro...
Get ready Metro Detroit, because 700 Marines will be coming to Detroit in September for the 8th annual Marine Week. The five day event will be held from Wednesday, September 6 through Sunday, September 10. “Detroit is honored to welcome the United States Marine Corps to our city,” said Mayor...
Oh boy, do I have some events for you this weekend. Let’s just say I needed to add in a bonus event there is so much. Let’s get this show on the road shall we? Sweetest Heart of Mary Pierogi Festival If you are a fan of pierogi...
There seems like there is always something happening now on Thursday evenings. This week is no different, where you’ll be able to shop ’til you drop. This Thursday night Bedrock will be hosting Evening On The Ave from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. The event gives people...
Have you ever wondered what it was like to travel across the Atlantic Ocean in 1492? If you have this weekend you have a chance to check out replicas of the Nina and Pinta ships that Christopher Columbus used to get to North America. These floating museums can transport you...
There’s something brewing in Royal Oak, and it’s a different kind of concept. I was able to check out the newest Jolly Pumpkin location in Royal Oak today — but this is a kind of unique situation as the Dexter-based brewery is partnering with Royal Oak based Bastone Brewery...
The District Detroit and the Little Caesars Arena have just announced two new restaurants to open on September 12 before the first ticketed event at Little Caesars Arena. With these two new restaurants opening in Little Caesars Arena there will be an additional 300 new jobs in Detroit. Mike’s...
Have you ever wanted to poke around the Packard Plant, but were afraid of getting picked up for trespassing? You’re in luck because Pure Detroit and Arte Express Detroit will be offering public tours of the plant starting Saturday, August 12. The Packard Plant was designed by Albert Kahn...
Where has this summer gone? If you are at all like me you’re a little mad that stores have started getting the shelves stocked with fall items. We still have August to enjoy, and let’s make the most of it. This weekend is chocked full of cool things...
The City of Detroit will be holding the first Detroit at Work Opportunities Fair this Friday. The job fair is in partnership with Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation. Detroit at Work representatives will be on hand during the fair to talk with fair attendees about the immediate job openings and recruitment...
Dan Austin is the man when it comes to history around Detroit. He has had a set of successful books (Lost Detroit, the Forgotten Landmarks of Detroit, etc.) and based on his excellent track record I’m excited that he has a new book coming out called “Greetings from Detroit:...
This week’s City 5 is being brought to via the Wi-Fi on the Amtrak Wolverine line on the way back from a few days in Chicago. It’s been hit or miss for the most of the trip, but I’ve powered through the frustration to bring you the...
The Detroit Experience Factory (DXF) is mostly known for the tours they offer around Detroit. However they also have an extensive list of the bars and restaurants located within the city limits. This year they are one again holding their DXF Challenge. This is the fourth year for the challenge....
It’s time to get your party shoes on, because Detroit turns 316 years old on Monday, July 24. So, on Saturday, it’s time to party. The Greektown Preservation Society and Jack Entertainment are co-hosting a party to celebrate Detroit’s Birthday. There will be live acoustic music by...
I'm really looking forward to this weekend. What can I say, there are some really great events going on. Have a great weekend! Crash Detroit I'm going to let you in on a secret about myself. I really hate crowds and I always have good intentions...
The much anticipated Beacon Park is almost ready to open to the public. The 1.5-acre park located on the west side of downtown Detroit has been under construction since last year. Today comes a time-lapse video of the construction. I’ve embedded the video above. The new park is...
Do you have any home movies from the 1960s collecting dust in the basement? If you do, it might be time to pull those out again because CNN, Zero Point Zero, and Anthony Bourdain are interested in checking them out. As we’ve written in the past, Anthony Bourdain the...
