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‘The Riot Report,’ President Joe Biden drops out, Pianist BLKBOK, Weekend Events | One Detroit

A documentary airing on Detroit PBS chronicles the civil uprisings in the summer 1967 and the presidential commission charged with investigating racial disparities in America. One Detroit contributors weigh in on President Joe Biden’s decision to not seek re-election. Detroit piano prodigy BLKBOK talks about his unique neo-classical sound. Plus, upcoming events on “One Detroit Weekend.”

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Trump assassination attempt, state of small business, Concert of Colors, Weekend events | One Detroit

One Detroit contributors discuss the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump and give their perspectives on how it could impact the 2024 election. A future of work report on the state of small business in Michigan. Detroit’s annual world music festival Concert of Colors returns for its 33rd year. Plus, check out some upcoming summer events on “One Detroit Weekend.”

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Detroit egg rolls, Downtown Boxing Gym, Detroit People’s Food Co-op, One Detroit Weekend | One Detroit

One Detroit’s Bill Kubota explores the history of Asian corned beef egg rolls, a dish that’s Truly Detroit. Students are learning to cook in the Downtown Boxing Gym’s new commercial kitchen. The impact the Detroit People’s Food Co-op has on healthy food access and economic development in Detroit. Plus, check out some upcoming weekend events and activities on “One Detroit Weekend.”

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Michigan Central Station, Outdoor Adventure Center, Ford Piquette Plant, ‘Double ID’ | One Detroit

Explore the historic, six-year transformation of Michigan Central Station. Visit the Outdoor Adventure Center, a unique spot in Detroit where you can enjoy outdoor adventures inside. A look at Detroit’s automotive history at the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum. Plus, The Wright Museum hosts an exhibit of artworks from actress CCH Pounder’s personal art collection.

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Pewabic Pottery, Obsidian Theatre Festival, Birdie’s Bookmobile, One Detroit Weekend | One Detroit

One Detroit’s Bill Kubota visits Pewabic to learn about its #TrulyDetroit history and how it’s still going strong today. Details on the 4th annual Obsidian Theatre Festival, which highlights Black stories and storytellers. A Detroit teacher embarks on a mission to get more books into the hands of students and encourages them to read. Plus, upcoming events on “One Detroit Weekend.”

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