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As a young child, Bakpak Durden would often be found moving around tiny shapes of paper to form a design. “No one knew what I was doing with them, but my brother said it always turned out to be this big thing,” says the 31-year-old Detroit re…

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Nearly 400 guests attended the third annual American Cancer Society Detroit Discovery Ball at Huntington Place on October 22, 2022, to celebrate the courage and determination of individuals touched by cancer and those working to find its cure.

BasBlue hosted its inaugural gala fundraiser at its three-story space in Midtown on November 10. More than 240 guests came together to celebrate a robust year of the nonprofit’s accomplishments, which included building a diverse community of more than 700 members, hosting 150+ member program…

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Need a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Or perhaps you’re craving a fun night out on the town with your significant other, family members, or friends? Look no further than one of these metro Detroit comedy clubs where you’ll be sure to find a lineup of talented acts, lively…

The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) held their November 2022 Kidney Ball on Saturday, November 19 at the MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit. Approximately 420 guests attended this signature fundraiser and the $412,000 raised will support the NKFM’s many programs and services for…

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Women Rock Science, hosted by Cranbrook Institute of Science, is a women-led fundraising event that aims to celebrate women in STEAM and ignite curiosity in children. Proceeds from the event help bring more STEAM programming, delivered by Cranbrook Institute of Science educators, to pre-K to…

After having three of their songs featured in the 2018 best-selling video game Detroit: Become Human, Detroit band The Whiskey Charmers drew numerous new fans from around the world. Bandleaders Carrie Shepard and Lawrence Daversa were amused to note a common theme among the feedback from the…