Letter from the Editor — The Cars are here

Well, the cars never left here, but today marks the beginning of The North American International Auto Show 2012 (NAIAS). The world of cars stops here throughout January. Starting today new cars are announced (like the stylish Chevrolet Code 130R), awards are given (Motor Trend Magazine just named the Car and Truck of [...]

Letter from the Editor — the healing power of art

Several years ago, I volunteered at the Capuchin Soup Kitchen on Conner Street in Detroit.  I volunteered with their art therapy program. I worked with elementary school students – most of whom had very difficult family situations.  Sister Nancyann led the program.  She would discuss the day’s project, and then the volunteers would work with the [...]

Movement. Now. (Or: I Heart Jason Huvaere)

It has been three weeks since Movement ended. My head still throbs with the bass vibrations, my body still swaying to the syncopated beats. After leaving the pulsing lights and packed dancefloor of the final after-party, dancing one last time to Benny Benassi’s distinct brand of heart-thumping electro house and inhaling the last wisps of [...]

Bravo, and Encore!

Here in Michigan, and especially in metro Detroit, the sky is falling. This is the worst recession that the majority of us will have ever lived through, and could potentially be the worst recession in Michigan’s history. Things are bleak; there’s no denying it.
But if you were at last week’s 10th Annual BravoBravo! fundraiser, you’d [...]

Getting to Know the Detroit Derby Grrrrls

Roller Derby began as a note on a napkin inside a Chicago Johnny Rocket’s in 1932. After that, the national derby scene exploded over decades of increasing showmanship and ratings boosts, under the leadership of Leo Seltzer. Its popularity ultimately became its downfall, as derby became more concerned about the spectacle than the sport, and by the ‘90s it had faded off into oblivion. That is until 2001, when the sport of roller derby was resurrected in Texas, conceived as an all-female athletic event. The Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) was born, which regulates the national flat-track roller derby rules and offers the chance for inter-league bouting and championships. The Detroit Derby Girls were officially formed in…

First Midwest Literary Walk in Chelsea

[ April 18, 2009; 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] First Midwest Literary Walk
April 18, 2009, at 1 p.m.
Chelsea, MI

The Chelsea Center for the Arts and the Chelsea District Library are pleased to present the first ever Midwest Literary Walk in Downtown Chelsea. With the inspiration of M.L. Liebler, the program will bring together many of America’s best-known, award-winning fiction writers and poets, along [...]

Creative Arts and Antiques Festival

When visiting the Russell Street Bazaar Creative Arts and Antiques Festival this weekend make sure that you allow time to explore the galleries and studios in the Russell Industrial Center.

The Russell Gallery is presenting an exhibition entitled, “Detroit: A New Beginning”. This mixed media show presents art works from many regional artists showcasing metalwork, painting, and photography. One of these artists featured in the Russell Gallery is BeloZro. He is known nationally for…

Making His Band: Wanna be Diddy’s Back up?

Music Audition
Saturday, March 21, 2009 – 10:00am – 3:00pm
Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Rapper Diddy is searching the country for musicians as he puts together an all-star band to back him up on his upcoming tour, and you could be a part of it!
Diddy is putting out the word for male and female musicians [...]

University Liggett Alumni Exhibit

By Cybil Codish

Six alumni  from University Liggett School  will be on hand for the Young Alumni Art Exhibit held w in the Manoogian Arts Wing through Feb. 20. The former students will display paintings, drawings and photography and other work in the art show. Three alumni, Matthew Smith, Justin Rock and Adam Serafino will provide [...]

Macomb County All-Students Show: Win Cash Prizes & Awards!

Students from across Macomb County are invited to participate in the Anton Art Center’s upcoming All-Students Show, opening April 5, 2009.  The exhibition will be open through May 3, 2009.  The Macomb All-Students Show is generously sponsored by Macomb Community College.
The exhibition will take place in two parts.  Students in grades 7 through 12 are [...]