Gov. Gretchen Whitmer discusses Michigan’s population. A book talk with Adam Mansbach. The “Three Chaplains” film. Plus, weekend events around town.
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Interfaith relationships and the impact of the Israel-Hamas conflict | American Black Journal
The “Black Church in Detroit” talks with three Detroit pastors about the Israel-Hamas conflict and its impact on interfaith relationships.
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Uniroyal Promenade, ‘Eight Nights’, Turning Point, Blue Bird Inn, One Detroit Weekend | One Detroit
The Uniroyal Promenade opens. Detroit Public Theatre’s “Eight Nights.” Turning Point teaches sexual assault awareness. Plus, Blue Bird Inn gets rehabbed.
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Opera tenor George Shirley, Omega Psi Phi Detroit Chapter 100th, MEDF 30th anniversary | American Black Journal
Trailblazing opera tenor George Shirley. The Detroit Chapter of Omega Psi Phi celebrates 100 years. Plus, the MEDF hosts a 30th anniversary gala.
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Higher Education and the Battle for Gen Z Talent | One Detroit Future of Work Special Episode
One Detroit presents a one-hour special episode with conversations on Michigan’s population growth, higher education, and equity in college access.
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Ruth E. Carter exhibit at The Wright Museum, Dance Theatre of Harlem 2023-2024 tour | American Black Journal
Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter discusses her exhibit at The Wright Museum. Plus, Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Detroit stop on its 2023-24 tour.
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Latin-X-Tech event, Curtis Chin memoir, FAR Friends 2023, One Detroit Weekend | One Detroit
A Latin-X-Tech event in Southwest Detroit. Curtis Chin details his new memoir. FAR Therapeutic gears up for FAR Friends 2023. Plus, “One Detroit Weekend.”
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Blue Bird Inn, World Mental Health Day, Social media and teens’ mental health | American Black Journal
Detroit’s historic Blue Bird Inn is set for a massive renovation; World Mental Health Day; and social media’s impact on teens’ mental health.
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‘Madame Butterfly,’ AAPI representation, Weekend events, ‘Detroit Performs’ Season 13 | One Detroit
Madame Butterfly” premieres at Detroit Opera. AAPI representation in the arts. Events around Detroit this weekend. Plus, a new season of “Detroit Performs.”
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Fundraiser for the wrongfully convicted, The Yunion’s 20th anniversary | American Black Journal
“American Black Journal” explores the barriers of re-entry for the wrongfully convicted and The Yunion celebrates its 20th anniversary.