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NUTRITION & CANCER: THE PATH TO WELLNESSA

Sat., April 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Durfee Innovation Society

2470 Collingwood Street, Detroit Detroit

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Free

Food, Self-care

Join Us for an Informative Session on Nutrition in Cancer Care.We invite you to hear from expert speakers as they discuss the important role nutrition plays in cancer care. Learn about common nutritional myths, the latest trends, and how to make informed choices during and after treatment. Hands-On Food Demonstration: Making Healthy Eating Enjoyable.Following the presentation, enjoy an in-person food demonstration where you’ll discover how to prepare nutritious and delicious meals that are both supportive and satisfying.We look forward to sharing, learning, and tasting together! BRUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED. 2485813891
Health and Wellness Expo

Sat., April 26, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Health and Wellness Expo

9435 Hayes, Detroit Detroit

Free

Neighborhood meeting

Free raffle every 15 minutes. Stop by and pick up free stuff from the exhibitors and get free health and wellness information. LA Fitness will give us pointers. Yvette will teach Chair 1 exercise class. Starr from the All Starr Hustlers will teach you how to hustle. Get a free massage from Robert, and much, much more. We will be rocking out to the Motown Sounds all day. City Council member Latisha Johnson will be there and she will meet and greet! 313-372-1501
Techno: The Rise of Detroit’s Machine Music

Through April 30

Michigan State University Museum (temporary location)

311 Abbot Rd., East Lansing Michigan

No cover with museum admission

Exhibits

The MSU Museum is excited to announce its latest exhibition, Techno: The Rise of Detroit’s Machine Music, an innovative exploration of Detroit’s role as the birthplace of Techno music and its connection to Afrofuturism. This immersive exhibition will run from February 4, 2025, to April 30, 2025, at the MSU Museum’s temporary location at 311 Abbot in downtown East Lansing.
Bill Rauhauser: A Retrospective

Through May 1, 5-8 p.m.

Coup D’état

9301 Kercheval Ave., Ste. 6, Detroit Detroit

No cover

Art Exhibition

Coup D'état is honored to present “Bill Rauhauser: A Retrospective,” a special exhibition celebrating the life and work of the late Bill Rauhauser, one of Detroit’s most revered photographers. The retrospective will open on Saturday, March 29th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Coup D'etat located inside the Lantern Building in Detroit, Michigan's newest cultural corridor “Little Village," recently named one of TIME Magazine's "World's Greatest Places 2025." This exhibition is a partnership between Coup D'état and The Hill Gallery, showcasing Rauhauser’s iconic photographs that captured the soul and spirit of Detroit. Rauhauser, who was affectionately known as “The… 313-782-4480
Warp and Weft: Technologies within Textiles

Through May 3, 5-8 p.m.

The Shepherd

1265 Parkview St., Detroit Detroit

Art Exhibition

Library Street Collective is pleased to present Warp and Weft: Technologies within Textiles, a group exhibition curated by Allison Glenn, Artistic Director of the Shepherd. Warp and Weft considers how artists experiment with new technologies, interrogate materials, and embed innovative, inherited, familial, or ancestral epistemologies into their practices, to foreground narrative and allegory. From the invention of and subsequent improvements to the Jacquard loom, to the reframing of traditional weaving styles, and the incorporation of computers and other forms of mechanization, there is a long history of technologies located within, and born of, deep engagements with textiles. Warp and Weft:…
"Fly High ,take chances."

Tue., April 15, Wed., April 16, Thu., April 17, Fri., April 18, Mon., April 21, Tue., April 22, Wed., April 23, Thu., April 24, Fri., April 25, Mon., April 28, Tue., April 29, Wed., April 30, Thu., May 1 and Fri., May 2

Oakland County International Airport

6500 Highland Road/M-59, Waterford Detroit

free

Art Exhibition

The Impressionist Aviation Paintings by Greg Upshur (248) 666-3900
April is Jazz Appreciation Month! The Preservation of Jazz Presents a Month-Long Celebration at Aretha’s Jazz Café

Mon., April 21, 7-10 p.m. and Mon., April 28, 7-10 p.m.

Aretha's Jazz Cafe

350 Madison St., Detroit Detroit

Get Tickets
$35-$50

Live/Concert

April is Jazz Appreciation Month! The Preservation of Jazz Presents a Month-Long Celebration at Aretha’s Jazz Café 3/31 The Dinah Washington Tribute ft. Nina Simone Neal Hosted By Mike Bonner Show Opener Lucretia Sain 4/6 The Billie Holiday Tribute ft. Sky Covington Hosted By Mike Bonner Show Opener Lucretia Sain 4/14 The Bessie Smith Birthday Celebration Tribute ft. The Queen of Blues Thornetta Davis Hosted By James Anderson 4/21 The Phyllis Hyman Tribute ft. Lady Vonne Hosted by Lucretia Sain Show Opener Lucretia Sain 4/28 The Nancy Wilson Tribute ft. Veronique Musique Hosted by Mike Bonner Show Opener Lucretia Sain 2483833385
Emilia

Through April 19, 8-10:30 p.m.

Hilberry Gateway - STUDIO

4715 Cass Ave, Detroit Detroit

Get Tickets
$15-$25

Performance

Discover the untold story of Emilia Bassano, a trailblazing poet and feminist voice of the Renaissance, in Morgan Lloyd Malcolm's captivating play, Emilia. Set in Elizabethan England, the play follows Emilia's journey from obscurity to empowerment as she navigates a society dominated by men. With a blend of humor, passion, and raw emotion, Emilia celebrates female resilience and the power of women's voices throughout history. This empowering production sheds light on forgotten heroines and ignites a fiery call for equality and recognition. Join us for an inspiring and exhilarating theatrical experience that will leave you moved and empowered. 313-577-2972
Hip Hop Evolution: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop Photography

Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through April 30

801 W Fort Street

801 West Fort Street, Detroit Detroit

Free

Art Exhibition

Renowned photojournalist Andre Smith invites the community to experience "Hip Hop Evolution: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop Photography.” The exhibit is set to open on February 19, 2025 at Wayne County Community College District’s Downtown Art Gallery, and celebrates hip hop’s rich history. Featuring rare and iconic images of the legends of the industry like DJ Kool Herc and Queen Latifah to the pioneers who shaped the industry, visitors will explore the energy, resilience, and artistry that turned hip hop into a global phenomenon.
Wanderlust: Art by MOD Market

Mondays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through May 4

The Baker House Gallery at VITRINE

233 S Main Street, Plymouth Wayne County

Art Exhibition

The Gallery at The Baker House is excited to collaborate with MOD Market to present, WANDERLUST, an art exhibition featuring MOD Market artists MOD Market is part of the Living & Learning Enrichment Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Northville. Their mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing therapeutic, social, work-based, and community engagement opportunities. Through these efforts, they strive to support, inspire, and empower participants and their families to achieve their goals. The Living & Learning Enrichment Center’s vision is to become a national model for providing the highest quality of life 7342598251
AllMachines

Through Dec. 30

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Free

Benefit

AllMachines simplifies choosing heavy machinery with its comprehensive and reliable resource hub. Covering all models and brands of tractors, forklifts, harvesting, hay and forage equipment like combines, headers, balers, rakes, and tedders across the US, our platform provides extensive details on dealers, specifications, and features. With downloadable manuals, expert user reviews, and in-depth model insights, AllMachines gives you everything you need to make informed decisions and select the right equipment for your needs. 4158304348
Wild Wild Weiss

Through May 17, 5 p.m.-12 a.m.

Weiss Distilling Co

34 E 14 Mile Rd, Clawson Oakland County

Drink, Food

We’ve been in cahoots on this one for a while now… Wild Wild Weiss is kickin’ down the saloon doors and our barkeeps will be slangin’ the best drinks this town has ever seen. 🐴 Saddle up partners, it’s about to get WILD. Can we get a YEE-HAW!? 9294843932
Battle of the Fans

Ongoing, 12 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

FREE

Football

📢 Calling all WOLVERINE and SPARTAN Fans! Let's get the competition started early with a BATTLE OF THE FANS Photo Contest! We want to see which fans have more spirit! Now through Sept 22nd... 1. LIKE our Battle of the Fans post 2. SHARE our Battle of the Fans post 3. COMMENT with a picture of you in your team's gear Three winners will be selected to win swag from their favorite team! *Must LIKE, SHARE, and COMMENT to enter. 5862937800
Coveted - All Luxury Watches at One Place

Ongoing, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Get Tickets
00

Marketplace

Coveted is your ultimate destination for luxury watches, featuring an extensive collection of iconic brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet, etc. The platform offers detailed insights into watch specifications, collections, and exclusive features, making it a go-to resource for enthusiasts and collectors. With curated reviews, comparisons, and expertly crafted articles, Coveted helps users make informed decisions about their next timepiece. Explore collections based on materials, design, and functionality, ensuring a tailored browsing experience. Coveted blends a passion for horology with a user-friendly interface, offering unparalleled access to the world’s finest luxury watches. Visit Coveted to discover timeless elegance. 4158304348
Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt

Ongoing, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location

160 E Congress St, Detroit Detroit

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$39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team

Game, Guided tour

Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016! Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all 8884338966
Aviation Impressionism, Acrylic on Canvas

Mondays-Fridays and Tue., April 15

Oakland County International Airport

6500 Highland Road/M-59, Waterford Detroit

free

Art Exhibition

"Fly high , take chances " A collection of impressionist Aviation works by local Greg Upshur. Runs through May..Free In the lobby at Oakland County International Mon thru Fri 9 to 5 (248) 666-3900
Beginners fitness bootcamp

Mondays, 7:30-8:30 a.m. & 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Kratos Fit Gym

9379 Telegraph, Redford Detroit

Free

Self-care, Other

Beginner friendly fast paced bootcamp fitness class with great trainers that keeps the class fun and simple. 3138707580
Beginning BRIDGE

Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m.

90

Seniors

Starting May 8th: Learn to Play BRIDGE with little or no memorization in our online classes with ClubKing’s Peter Steinberg, one of America’s favorite (and funniest) teachers. • Eight online sessions: 6 lessons and 2 Supervised practice sessions. • Students play hands from the very first class. • Interactive notes available for each lesson and every session is recorded. • Catch up or review at any time. • And you won’t need a partner! Participate solo, or with a group of your friends. Zoom Classes: Register at https://clubkinginc.com/become-a-beginner/
Monday Night Improv!

Mondays, 8 p.m.

Planet Ant Theatre

2320 Caniff St., Hamtramck Detroit

Get Tickets
$5

Improv

(313) 365-4948; (313) 365-0782 (FAX)
Blind Pig Comedy

Mondays, 8 p.m.

Blind Pig

208 S. First St., Ann Arbor Washtenaw County

Get Tickets
FREE

Stand-up

734-996-8555
Adult Skate Night

Mondays, 8:30-11 p.m.

Lexus Velodrome

601 Mack Ave., Detroit Detroit

Get Tickets
$5

DJ/Dance, Self-care

Only $5! Celebrate fitness, friends and Detroit at the Lexus Velodrome every Monday! At 9 p.m. the lights go down, the music goes up, and the Dome will come to life while you skate, run or walk. Awesome specials available at the SpokeEasy Lounge, and the soundtrack will evolve with the crowd. 21+, waivers must be filled out on your first visit. Join us to create the city's most unique night out!
Senior Lunch And A Movie: Join Emagine Theaters for a Special Screenings in April!

Tue., April 15, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Emagine Royal Oak

200 North Main Street, Royal Oak Oakland County

30

Screening

Each month, Emagine Royal Oak hosts a special Senior Citizen Lunch and a Movie. Tickets are $30 each and include a full lunch buffet, a 44oz. popcorn and a 21oz. fountain drink as well as a ticket to the showing. This offer is valid for guests aged 55 and up. Film: On-Sale dates vary. Check the website or the Emagine app for more information. Date: Tuesday, April 15 11:00am Lunch / 12:00pm Movie 248-414-1000
Public Lecture: Dolores Mallea

Tue., April 15, 6-7:30 p.m.

Cranbrook Art Museum

39221 N. Woodward Ave., P.O. Box 801, Bloomfield Hills Oakland County

Free

Artist talk

Join us for a lecture with architect Dolores Mallea, founder of SUR DEL CRUZ, a studio and workshop based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. SUR DEL CRUZ works at the intersection of architecture, design, art, and material research. This Cranbrook Academy of Art lecture is free and open to the public at Cranbrook’s deSalle Auditorium. Please note that Cranbrook Art Museum’s galleries will not be open. Enter through the Cranbrook Academy of Art Library entrance. 2486453300
half alive presents: Persona World Tour

Tue., April 15, 6 p.m.

Saint Andrew's Hall

431 E. Congress St., Detroit Detroit

Get Tickets
$39.50

Live/Concert

313-961-6358
Chelsea Grin with Shadow of Intent, Signs of the Swarm and Disembodied Tyrant

Tue., April 15, 6 p.m.

Magic Stick

4120 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

Get Tickets
$29.50-$59.50

Live/Concert

(313) 833-9700
Kyle Mikolajczyk (Kyle313) Acoustic

Tue., April 15, 6-9 p.m. and Tue., April 29, 6-9 p.m.

Corner Brewery

720 Norris St., Ypsilanti Detroit

Free

Live/Concert

Top 40 Acoustic, Requests Every Other Tuesday 6-9 Pm (734) 480-2739
Deconstruction

Tue., April 15, 7-10 p.m.

Spkr Box

200 Grand River, Detroit Detroit

DJ/Dance

Deconstruction w/ Human Robot (313) 496-1010
Nuclear Tomb/Sauron/MRSA/Baazlvaat

Tue., April 15, 7 p.m.-12 a.m.

Outer Limits Lounge

5507 Caniff St., Detroit Detroit

15

Live/Concert

Tuesday night Thrash Attack! The speed picked pummeling won't stop come out for this weekday calamitous cacophony! Nuclear Tomb Sauron MRSA Baazlvaat 8104239783
Sammy Rae and The Friends

Tue., April 15, 7 p.m.

Royal Oak Music Theatre

318 W. Fourth St., Royal Oak Oakland County

Get Tickets

Live/Concert

248-399-2980
Go Down

Tue., April 15, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

Spkr Box

200 Grand River, Detroit Detroit

$10

DJ/Dance

Go Down w/ Stevano & Dylan Drazen (313) 496-1010
Happy Hours

Tue., April 15, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

Spkr Box

200 Grand River, Detroit Detroit

DJ/Dance

Happy Hours w/ Ian Fink (313) 496-1010
Tuesday Karaoke in the Lounge

Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Continues through Dec. 16

Bowlero Lanes & Lounge

4209 Coolidge Hwy., Royal Oak Oakland County

Karaoke/Open Mic, Drink, Game

“Friday on a Tuesday” Karaoke with “The Millionaire” Matt Welz (karaoke extraordinaire) in the sumptuous cocktail lounge (18+). Full bar: craft cocktails, local craft bottles, cans & drafts, staples, standbys, cider, seltzers & mocktails. Stuffed pizza slices available while supplies last (only $3). Open bowling and pinball with throwback music videos in the lanes (9:30p+ when leagues in session). Never a cover. Free parking. 248-549-7500