Labor Day weekend is here. Commemorate the unofficial end of summer with a trip to the Michigan State Fair or the Detroit Jazz Festival. The Romeo Peach Festival and the Mussel Beach Music Festival are also coming up. Plus, Hamtramck hosts a Labor Day Fest and there’s a Detroit Sandwich Party at Eastern Market. See what else is coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”
Read MorePreview the lineup and official poster for the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival. Plus, harpist Brandee Younger shares what people can expect from her special opening night performance at the festival and this year’s artist-in-residence Brian Blade talks about his residency and musical career. Then, see what events are coming up around town for Labor Day on “One Detroit Weekend.”
Read MoreAugust marks National Black Business Month, a time to celebrate and support Black-owned businesses across the United States. Guest host Trudy Gallant-Stokes speaks with Bartel Welch, president of The Detroit Black Chamber of Commerce, and Kai Bowman, chief strategy officer at the Michigan Black Business Alliance, about the challenges and opportunities for Black business owners in Detroit.
Read MoreAs students return to the classroom, the faith-based community continues to play a supporting role in their education. American Black Journal’s “Black Church in Detroit” series explores the contributions of local churches. Guest host Trudy Gallant-Stokes talks with Bishop Dr. Corletta Vaughn of Holy Ghost Cathedral Church and Pastor Velma Jean Overman of Christ Temple City of Refuge.
Read MoreThe “Black Church in Detroit” series explores the partnership between schools and the faith-based community. Guest host Trudy-Gallant Stokes explores how Black churches support students’ education. Plus, August is National Black Business Month. Gallant-Stokes learns about the current challenges and opportunities for Black business owners in Detroit.
Read MoreThis weekend is all about good food and good tunes. Visit a variety of food events like the Taste of Greece Festival, the Novi Taco Fest and the Polish Festival. Plus, find live music at the Ford House’s outdoor summer concert with the Michigan Philharmonic and at the Detroit Bourbon and Blues Festival in Eastern Market. See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”
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