The film, “Sure as the Wind, is the first in a new series of Michigan-based films that aims to share stories of founders, start-ups, investors, artists and more in an effort to change the narratives around Detroit.
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The generational impact of a Detroit dance studio
Detroit-Windsor Dance Academy is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a Black History Month concert Thursday at the Detroit School of Arts.
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Gospel’s orgins and evolution, Gospel artist Darius Twyman, Detroit’s gospel history | American Black Journal
American Black Journal explores the origins and evolution of gospel music and Detroit’s influence on the genre nationwide.
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‘Celebrating Black Arts’ with downtown exhibit
Bedrock and The Carr Center host “Celebrating Black Arts,” a showcase of 23 student artists as well as work from emerging and established Detroit artists.
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Mike Epps’ One Mike Detroit brings Black comedy downtown
The new downtown entertainment venue features a showroom for comedy acts and concerts and the restaurant and bar Day Day’s.
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Detroit filmmakers tackle Black family’s medical mistrust across generations
The narrative film explores the roots of vaccine skepticism, weaving a tale of trust and trauma through a family history.
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JB’s Bites: Ham shop for sale
BridgeDetroit food writer Jena Brooker talks with Detroit “sandwich week” founder Carlos Parisi about a beloved Detroit ham shop that’s up for sale.
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‘Famous’ Detroit ham spot going up for sale
The owners of Mike’s Famous Ham Place say it’s time to retire and sell the longtime business.
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Event to celebrate Black chefs and nurture young Detroiters in culinary industry
A Feb. 5 event featuring 23 Black male chefs will raise money for Detroit’s young culinary students.
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Detroit artists to lift legacy of Kelly ‘Native Child’ Mays
To commemorate their friend and fellow artist, Claretha “Peace” Bell and Rosemarie “One Single Rose” Wilson are hosting “Lyrics and Libations: A Tribute to Native Child” from 8-11 p.m. Wednesday.