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DARKROOM DETROIT OPENS WITH ‘PREFACE’ GROUP PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

Darkroom Detroit is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to increasing photography access and education in Detroit using both traditional and digital processes.  They promote visual storytelling rooted in the local community, while bringing global perspective and photography talent to Detroit.  Their new space in Islandview hosts classes and workshops for all ages and levels, including free […]

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DDF 2017: DESIGN IS EVERYWHERE SYMPOSIUM

In celebration of Detroit Design Festival 2017 and the UNESCO City of Design designation, Grand Circus Magazine is co-hosting the “Design Is Everywhere!” Symposium in partnership with PLAYGROUND DETROIT. As a part of the official festival programming on Thursday, September 28th from 5-7PM [to kick off Eastern Market After Dark] this lecture and panel discussion […]

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DLECTRICITY 2017 RETURNS SEPT 22-23RD TO MIDTOWN DETROIT

DLECTRICITY™ will again bring thousands of people into Midtown Detroit September 22 & 23, 2017! Join us 7 PM – midnight to see projects illuminate the Woodward cultural corridor from the DIA to MOCAD. DLECTRICITY, inspired by Nuit Blanche arts festivals from around the world, presented two major light-based art + technology festivals in 2012 […]

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DETROIT DESIGN FESTIVAL 2017 CELEBRATES THE UNESCO CITY DESIGNATION

September has been named as the ‘Month of Art and Design’ in Detroit by Detroit Creative Corridor Center (DC3), Detroit Design 139, DLECTRICITY and Murals in the Market who are collaborating to celebrate creativity. These special exhibits and festivals will bring together designers, architects, artists and enthusiasts to honor Detroit’s role as a national and […]

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MURALS IN THE MARKET FESTIVAL 2017 RETURNS WITH WEEK-LONG SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Murals in the Market returns to Detroit with more artists, more exhibitions and more programs than ever. During Detroit Design Month from September 21st through the 28th, Murals In The Market returns to Detroit’s Historic Eastern Market (and beyond) as more than 50+ local and international artists will be painting live throughout the district over […]

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THE CRIBS TO PERFORM LIVE AT THIRD MAN RECORDS ON SEPT. 16TH

The heavy force of The Cribs’ latest album is immediate. The opener, “Give Good Time,” crashes into you with that certain exhilaration that only a distorted, super-fuzz bass riff can render, supplementing a gesyering vocal choruses that demand soul-wringing wails over the stormy, cymbal-smashing drum fills. We are in The Cribs territory, we are also […]

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THE ART OF PLAY EXHIBITION FEAT. JIM MILLER MERLBERG ON VIEW SEPTEMBER 12- OCT 16TH

Opening to the public on September 12th, “The Art of Play” Panel Discussion with Jim Miller Melberg, a Michigan Modernist will take place at 6P at DCDT Gallery; as a part of September’s Design Month and Detroit Design Festival 2017, the programming includes a cocktail reception. With Michigan’s rich history of design and manufacturing, DCDT […]

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RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR DEBUTS IN DETROIT ON SEPTEMBER 16-17TH

Renegade is a celebration of creative spirit and for each Fair gathers emergent and seasoned independent makers alike. Renegade Craft Fair will be hosting their first ever Detroit Fair on September 16 + 17th at Eastern Market. This event is all about empowering small businesses and the creative community. Join the best artisans and makers […]

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PAXAHAU CELEBRATES 19 YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH LOREN, DJ MINK + BLACK MADONNA AT TV LOUNGE

When it comes to throwing events, Detroit’s Paxahau sets the golden standard. Founded in 1998, the web platform turned boutique production powerhouse has elevated electronic music in Detroit. Most notable for the internationally-renown Movement Festival, Paxahau showcases homegrown talent while simultaneously importing notable acts for some of the best performances the city has seen. This […]

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THE ORIGINAL POP UP: DALLY IN THE ALLEY CELEBRATES 40 YEARS

“Dally is essentially the original Pop-up,” says Adriel Thornton. The veteran event coordinator and media guru has been volunteering his support to the annual street party for several years, and isn’t surprised by its perseverance. This Saturday, in the Cass Corridor, between Forest & Hancock, and 2nd & Anthony Wayne, the 40th annual Dally in […]

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DETROIT CITY OF DESIGN SUMMIT RETURNS TO KICK OFF DESIGN FESTIVAL 2017

Attend the second annual Detroit City of Design Summit as participants explore our unique opportunity as the first and only UNESCO City of Design in the United States. The Detroit Creative Corridor (DC3)  has a number of great events lined up to celebrate the recent UNESCO designation, which is just over a week away! “The […]

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THE DO OVER PARTY RETURNS TO DETROIT WSG AT THE BELT ON AUGUST 26TH

The Do-Over music event series has been ‘doing it’ in Los Angeles for over ten years; now presented by adidas, this international multi-city event will return to Detroit on Saturday, August 26th, 2017. The free BBQ day party filled with fun in the sun, good times loaded surprise musical guests was established in 2005 as […]

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