Russell Gallery in the Russell Industrial Center

[ January 24, 2009; ]  

“My Wish for 2009″ 
A mixed media art show 
 
January 24th – February 21st 
Opening Reception January 24th

You have not shopped until you have shopped at the Russell Bazaar, open weekends in Detroit. Inspired by the great street marketplaces of Europe, but installed in a converted Albert Kahn factory, the Russell Bazaar is a world of shops, all under one roof. [...]

Dining: Detroit Synergy Supper Club @ Angelina Italian Bistro

[ January 28, 2009; 6:00 pm; ] Detroit Synergy’s popular epicurious experience Supper Club is back for the new year with a brand-new restaurant on deck: Angelina Italian Bistro, located at 1565 Broadway in a highly visible location right off Woodward.  For the still-low recession-friendly cost of just $30.00 per person (inclusive of tax and tip), participants can enjoy a full four-course [...]

Dining: Antinori Vineyards Wine Tasting @ Enoteca Campo Marzo

[ January 28, 2009; 6:00 pm; ] This fun filled event hosted by soumelier Robert Bassett includes light appetizers, tax and gratuity. Limited seating, call and reserve your spot.

Where: Enoteca Campo Marzo, Detroit
When: Wednesday January 28th 6:00PM-8:00PM
Tix: $30.00 (includes tax and gratuity)
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Dining: Prestigious Chaine Dinner Event @ Iridescence

[ January 25, 2009; 5:00 pm; ] A rare opportunity – dining with members of the prestigious Chaine des Rotisseurs Society, an international culinary society bringing together professionals and amateurs since 1248.

Chef Hightower of Iridescence has created a menu combining traditional ingredients and methods with a personalized touch and presentation. Each course has been impeccably paired with wines to compliment Chef Hightower’s [...]

Music: An Afternoon Serenade @ Marygrove College

[ January 25, 2009; 3:00 pm; ] Chamber Music at the Scarab Club, in collaboration with the Marygrove College Department of Music, is pleased to present AN AFTERNOON SERENADE in Denk Chapman Hall on the beautiful campus of Marygrove College. The highlight of this program is Benjamin Britten’s Serenade for tenor, horn and strings featuring Marygrove College’s Adjunct Professor of Voice, Anthony [...]

Music and Comedy: Vindaloo Vandals, “Don’t Mess With the Curry” @ Music Hall

[ January 24, 2009; 8:00 pm; ] Two and a half Indians, and half a Japanese, combine to bring you the wildly funny  comedy tour…Vindaloo Vandals: Don’t Mess With The Curry, with comedians Sugar Sammy, Jazz Mann and Dan Nainan who star in this uproarious clash of cultures and comedy.

Where: Music Hall, Detroit
When: Saturday January 24, 8:00PM
Tix: $22.00-$42.00
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Jazz: Freddy Cole and his Quartet @ Jazz Cafe

[ January 23, 2009; 8:00 pm; ] Jazz Café at Music Hall is honored to present one of the greatest practitioners of The Great American Songbook, the esteemed vocalist and expressive balladeer, Freddy Cole and his Quartet, for two intimate sets on Friday, January 23rd, 2009, at 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM in the timeless atmosphere of Jazz Café in the heart [...]

Jazz: Han Bennink and Mary Oliver @ 2739 Edwin

[ January 23, 2009; 8:00 pm; ] Han Bennink returns to one of his favorite cities with his partner and Instant Composers Pool collaborator Mary Oliver on violin and viola.  Two of the outstanding musicians of our time, Han and Mary can careen from swinging chamber jazz to the furthest reaches of free improv.

Han first came to notice as the young Dutch [...]

Event: Friday Night Live! At the DIA

[ January 23, 2009; 6:00 pm; ] Music: Vijay Iyer Trio
7 & 8:30 p.m.
Vijay Iyer was described in the Village Voice as “the most commanding pianist and composer to emerge in recent years.”

Drop-In Workshop: Artist Trading Cards
6–9 p.m
(12 and under must be with an adult)
Create a miniature work of art on a 2½ × 3½ inch card to keep or trade.
Location: Loggia, [...]

Stand Up: Show Up and Go Up Open Mic Comedy Night @ Jazz Cafe

[ January 22, 2009; 8:00 pm; ] Stand Up Comedy returns to Downtown Detroit with a diverse blend of comedy from some of the best up and coming comedic talent in Detroit. Ron “Double R” Reed and Calvon Brown emcee this monthly talent hunt.

Where: Jazz Café inside Music Hall, Detroit
When: 8:00PM
Tix: $5.00
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www.jazzcafedetroit.com
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