Things to do in Detroit this weekend: September 12, 2024
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a salsa dance party at The War Memorial in Grosse Pointe Farms this weekend. There’s also Canterbury Village’s Oktoberfest and Frankenfest at the Historic Fort Wayne. Plus, get your arts and culture fix with Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Disney on Ice: Mickey’s Search Party. See what’s coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”
September is Black Reading Month encourages people to turn off the TV and read Black authors
The annual September is Black Reading Month returns for its 45th year. The observance encourages readers to explore literary works by Black authors. Host Stephen Henderson talks with September is Black Reading Month Co-Founder Malik Yakini about the creation of the month-long observance and literary issues in America.
Keep Growing Detroit pursues food sovereignty with focus on access to fresh produce
Keep Growing Detroit strives to cultivate food sovereignty for Detroit residents with a focus on providing access to locally grown fruits and vegetables from Detroit. One Detroit’s Will Glover and Chris Jordan spoke with Keep Growing Detroit’s Engagement Manager Danielle Daguio about the relationship between growing food and heritage and how Keep Growing Detroit supports Black farmers.
2024 Presidential Debate, Keep Growing Detroit, Black Reading Month, One Detroit Weekend
Contributors share their thoughts on the presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Keep Growing Detroit shares its food sovereignty efforts and its support for urban farmers. September is Black Reading Month Co-Founder Malik Yakini talks about the observance’s 45-year history and literacy issues in America. Plus, check out some upcoming events on “One Detroit Weekend.”
September is Black Reading Month encourages people to turn off the TV and read Black authors
The annual September is Black Reading Month returns for its 45th year. The month-long observance encourages readers to explore literary works by Black authors. Host Stephen Henderson talks with September is Black Reading Month Co-Founder Malik Yakini about the observance’s history and literary issues in America. Plus, they recommend books written by Black authors.
Jemar Tisby’s ‘The Spirit of Justice’ explores Black activism and its link to the Black church
“The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race and Resistance” by historian and New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby explores the link between Black activism and the Black church. Host Stephen Henderson talks with Tisby about prominent Black activists and the impact their faith had on the fight for racial justice. Tisby also shares his thoughts about Black history being taught in schools.
Jemar Tisby’s ‘The Spirit of Justice’ book, 45th Annual September is Black Reading Month
A new book, “The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race and Resistance,” by historian and New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby tells the untold stories of Black activists in the fight against racism. Plus, September is Black Reading Month Co-Founder Malik Yakini discusses the observance’s 45-year history, its goals and literacy issues in this country.
Rocket Companies Founder Dan Gilbert talks with the Detroit Economic Club
Watch the Detroit Economic Club’s sold-out conversation with Dan Gilbert at The Icon in Detroit. Gilbert is the Founder and Chairman of Rocket Companies, which includes Rocket Mortgage, the nation’s largest retail mortgage lender. He is the majority owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Things to do around Detroit this weekend: September 6, 2024
From the BRED Hip-Hop Theatre Festival and the Trenton Art Festival to the Plymouth Fall Festival and the Old Car Festival, there’s plenty to do this weekend. There’s also an event at the Royal Oak Farmers Market that supports multiple sclerosis and an outdoor writing event with InsideOut Literary Arts. See what’s coming up around town this weekend on “One Detroit Weekend.”
Truly Detroit Gems: Pewabic, Ford Piquette Plant Museum, Indian Village, Outdoor Adventure Center
We’re visiting some Truly Detroit gems, including Pewabic Pottery. The ceramics factory has cemented its place in the city’s history with intricate tiles and designs. There’s also the Ford Piquette Plant, a place that’s working to preserve Detroit’s automotive history. Plus, tour Detroit’s Indian Village, a national historic district. Find some upcoming weekend events on “One Detroit Weekend.”
Meet Robert D. Tompkins, our Islandview Community Liaison and Content Producer
Robert D. Tompkins is a freelance digital strategist and technical trainer, who was born and raised in Detroit. Robert graduated from Marygrove College with a degree in business and also from Specs Howard School of Media Arts with a certificate in graphic design.
He has done work for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Mississippi-Booneville Unit, Metro Youth YMCA, Central Michigan University Upward Bound, Marygrove College, Wayne State University, Detroit Branch NAACP, AFSCME Local 1659 and the Wayne County Clerk’s Office. His articles have appeared in BLAC Detroit, Tower Times and other publications.
He has been involved in many community groups, including the Coalition to End Unconstitutional Tax Foreclosures, the Detroit Branch NAACP, and 5 Alive, as well as serving in leadership positions in professional organizations.
His love of the city prompted his interest in how the neighborhood of Islandview wasn’t waiting to be saved but rather went about saving itself. This true Spirit of Detroit attitude paved the way for Robert to be in a position to not only highlight what’s happening in and around Islandview but how its approach can be copied elsewhere.
Islandview is ripe with potential not just in its land but also in the talent and character of its residents. Robert aims to magnify the light beaming from Islandview so the rest of Detroit can see the power that lies within.
