‘Frequency’ is Detroit’s newest LGBT mixer
clarkek@detroi…
Tue, 07/24/2018 - 10:41
It’s been a while since a new LGBT-centered mixer arrived on Detroit’s scene, but Wednesday nights are home to a new LGBTQ meet-up in Islandview Village. Freqᐧuency is this summer’s newest monthly after-work mixer at Brix Wine & Charcuterie Boutique.
Residents invited to community meeting to discuss streetscapes in Villages
foleya@detroitmi.gov
Wed, 06/27/2018 - 09:27
A community meeting will be held Thursday night for residents in and around the Villages neighborhoods to discuss Strategic Neighborhood Fund-related improvements to the area.
The meeting is hosted by the City of Detroit’s Planning and Development department. Thursday’s meeting specifically hones in on streetscape improvement and retail attraction. Earlier this year, a new implementation plan was announced for the Islandview, West Village, East Village, Indian Village neighborhoods and nearby areas.
Improved Butzel Playfield, new Marcus Garvey Academy on docket for improvement in Villages
foleya@detroitmi.gov
Thu, 06/07/2018 - 19:16
More than $5 million in investments will go toward an improved Butzel Playfield, a more attractive streetscape along Kercheval Avenue, additional affordable housing options, and more neighborhood rehabilitation in the Villages neighborhoods are coming in the near future, City of Detroit planning officials announced Thursday night.
New plans for Villages neighborhood to be unveiled at community meeting Thursday night
foleya@detroitmi.gov
Wed, 06/06/2018 - 10:14
A community meeting will be held in the Villages to discuss final recommendations from the City of Detroit’s Planning Department on Strategic Neighborhood Fund-related improvements to the area on Thursday night.
After a series of community meetings, the Planning Department will unveil its plans based on more than 1,500 comments and other feedback from residents.
Detroit-based Nikki’s Ginger Tea looks to grow into new cafe
clarkek@detroi…
Mon, 12/04/2017 - 10:32
“I always wanted to be on the front lines of making this city better.”
Monique “Nikki” Sasser is the name behind Nikki’s Ginger Tea. I met with her on a blustery Saturday in November at her booth at Eastern Market.
FireHouse Music Series gives Detroit artists a platform
hernandezd@det…
Fri, 11/03/2017 - 09:52
Stephanie-Blair Watts was at a friend’s house a few years ago when she came across NPR’s Tiny Desk concerts, a music series where musicians perform intimate sets at the desk of “All Songs Considered” host Bob Boilen.
Share Your Story
Edgar
Mon, 08/28/2017 - 13:41
At The Neighborhoods, we’re interested in hearing from everybody in Detroit about what matters most to you.
Do you have a story to tell about what your community group is doing in the neighborhood? Tell us.
Do you have a story to tell about a home that needs to come down in your neighborhood? Tell us.
English Village Condo Assoc.
Edgar
Wed, 07/26/2017 - 17:25
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