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Friday, July 30, 2010
University of Detroit Mercy
Avenue of Fashion District
Detroit
Avenue of Fashion District
Detroit
6:00pm - 5:00pm
The Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC), the Michigan Southern Christian Leadership Conference, and the Detroit Rainbow PUSH Coalition are proud to host the Detroit Black Expo IV: A Weekend of Economic, Networking and Entrepreneurship Empowerment presented by the University of Detroit Mercy. The Detroit Black Expo (DBE) is one of the largest African American Consumer Exposé in the country featuring an expected 200 black-owned businesses, 500 conference participants and 2,000 consumers from July 28 – August 1, 2010. This year our goal is to partner with the community and set the stage for future economic growth and stability within the city of Detroit.
These are critical times in the State of Michigan's economy, but we as a community must support entrepreneurial activity and small business growth. We are also witnessing a tremendous paradigm shift-from a state dominated by the automotive industry towards a more diversified and progressive entrepreneurship environment. African Americans are realizing their consumer buying power and refocusing the dollar to support those who in turn support them. In the state of Michigan, African Americans purchase more than 4.7 billion dollars and represent better than 44,000 black-owned firms; 19,530 of those businesses reside in the city of Detroit alone.
This year's black expo and conference will be unprecedented in its ability to service the corporate community. The DBE will highlight businesses, speakers, workshops, small business resources, and multiple networking opportunities. We are in the business of helping businesses plant their global imprint throughout the great state of Michigan.
Opening Day Friday, July 30, 2010 - 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, July 31, 2010 - 10:00 - 8:00 pm
Closing Day Sunday, Aug 1, 2010 - 10:00 - 5:00 pm
These are critical times in the State of Michigan's economy, but we as a community must support entrepreneurial activity and small business growth. We are also witnessing a tremendous paradigm shift-from a state dominated by the automotive industry towards a more diversified and progressive entrepreneurship environment. African Americans are realizing their consumer buying power and refocusing the dollar to support those who in turn support them. In the state of Michigan, African Americans purchase more than 4.7 billion dollars and represent better than 44,000 black-owned firms; 19,530 of those businesses reside in the city of Detroit alone.
This year's black expo and conference will be unprecedented in its ability to service the corporate community. The DBE will highlight businesses, speakers, workshops, small business resources, and multiple networking opportunities. We are in the business of helping businesses plant their global imprint throughout the great state of Michigan.
Opening Day Friday, July 30, 2010 - 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, July 31, 2010 - 10:00 - 8:00 pm
Closing Day Sunday, Aug 1, 2010 - 10:00 - 5:00 pm
| Cost details: | Free admission |
| Contact: | Kenneth L. Harris |
| Phone: | (313) 638-2052 |
| E-mail: | kharris@detroitblackexpo.com |
| Web site: | http://www.detroitblackexpo.com |
West Bloomfield, Off of Orchard Lake Rd, South of
On the streets, Powers & Daly Roads
West Bloomfield
On the streets, Powers & Daly Roads
West Bloomfield
6:00pm - 9:00pm
New location in West Bloomfield. Hot Works presents 250, juried, award winning artists from around the world & locals.Live art demonstrations, music,& local culinary cuisine. The popular Youth Art competition in conjunction with the Institute for Arts and Education, a non profit, will have the youth art work displayed all weekend and cash prizes will be awarded to the winners. Focus is on artistry and community enrichment. This event has been voted in the top 100 shows in the country & won 5 awards in 2009 from Michigan Festivals & Events Association.
| Sponsor(s): | Institute for Arts and Education, Hot Works,LLC, Ariana Gallery,Caesars Windsor,Troy Clogg Landscape Associates, Banterra Vineyards, etc |
| Cost details: | Friday, July 30 is the Artist Preview Party, 6pm-9pm @ $25./person. July,31, 10am-7pm & August 1, 10am- 5pm are FREE |
| Contact: | Patty Narozny |
| Phone: | (248) 684-2613 |
| E-mail: | info@HotWorks.org |
| Web site: | http://www.HotWorks.org |
Saturday, July 31, 2010
The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn
9:30am - 8:00pm
A two-day, family-friendly event that celebrates arts, crafts, engineering, food, music, science and technology projects and the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) mindset. It’s for creative, resourceful people who like to tinker and love to make things. Experience it here, in the birthplace and showplace of one of the world’s most famous tinkerers, Henry Ford. Regular adult tickets are only $25 for all day admission to Maker Faire AND Henry Ford Museum!
| Cost details: | $25 |
| Contact: | Sherry Huss |
| Phone: | (313) 982-6001 |
| E-mail: | sherry@oreilly.com |
| Web site: | http://makerfaire.com/detroit/2010/callformakers/ |
Zussman Park, by Hamtramck City Hall
3401 Evaline
Hamtramck
3401 Evaline
Hamtramck
12:00pm - 7:00pm
Calling all Artists!! Join Recycled Treasures and HATCH at the "Art in the Park" on Saturday July 31st. Display and sell your art at this outdoor event.
Recycled Treasures and the Hamtramck Art Collective (HATCH) are inviting artists of all mediums to participate in a joint “Art in the Park” to be held July 31, 2010 at Zussman Park in Hamtramck from noon to 7pm. The event is a family friendly event to raise money for both nonprofit organizations. The fun filled day will include a contest for the best art made from recycled materials, raffles, childrens activities, and a silent auction. Cost for tables is $20. To reserve a table or for more information call Catrina at 313-330-7076.
Recycled Treasures and the Hamtramck Art Collective (HATCH) are inviting artists of all mediums to participate in a joint “Art in the Park” to be held July 31, 2010 at Zussman Park in Hamtramck from noon to 7pm. The event is a family friendly event to raise money for both nonprofit organizations. The fun filled day will include a contest for the best art made from recycled materials, raffles, childrens activities, and a silent auction. Cost for tables is $20. To reserve a table or for more information call Catrina at 313-330-7076.
| Cost details: | Free to public/$20 per table for artist sales |
| Contact: | Catrina |
| Phone: | (313) 330-7076 |
| E-mail: | catstackpoole@comcast.net |
| Web site: | http://www.recycledtreasureshamtramck.org |
University of Detroit Mercy
Avenue of Fashion District
Detroit
Avenue of Fashion District
Detroit
6:00pm - 5:00pm
The Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC), the Michigan Southern Christian Leadership Conference, and the Detroit Rainbow PUSH Coalition are proud to host the Detroit Black Expo IV: A Weekend of Economic, Networking and Entrepreneurship Empowerment presented by the University of Detroit Mercy. The Detroit Black Expo (DBE) is one of the largest African American Consumer Exposé in the country featuring an expected 200 black-owned businesses, 500 conference participants and 2,000 consumers from July 28 – August 1, 2010. This year our goal is to partner with the community and set the stage for future economic growth and stability within the city of Detroit.
These are critical times in the State of Michigan's economy, but we as a community must support entrepreneurial activity and small business growth. We are also witnessing a tremendous paradigm shift-from a state dominated by the automotive industry towards a more diversified and progressive entrepreneurship environment. African Americans are realizing their consumer buying power and refocusing the dollar to support those who in turn support them. In the state of Michigan, African Americans purchase more than 4.7 billion dollars and represent better than 44,000 black-owned firms; 19,530 of those businesses reside in the city of Detroit alone.
This year's black expo and conference will be unprecedented in its ability to service the corporate community. The DBE will highlight businesses, speakers, workshops, small business resources, and multiple networking opportunities. We are in the business of helping businesses plant their global imprint throughout the great state of Michigan.
Opening Day Friday, July 30, 2010 - 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, July 31, 2010 - 10:00 - 8:00 pm
Closing Day Sunday, Aug 1, 2010 - 10:00 - 5:00 pm
These are critical times in the State of Michigan's economy, but we as a community must support entrepreneurial activity and small business growth. We are also witnessing a tremendous paradigm shift-from a state dominated by the automotive industry towards a more diversified and progressive entrepreneurship environment. African Americans are realizing their consumer buying power and refocusing the dollar to support those who in turn support them. In the state of Michigan, African Americans purchase more than 4.7 billion dollars and represent better than 44,000 black-owned firms; 19,530 of those businesses reside in the city of Detroit alone.
This year's black expo and conference will be unprecedented in its ability to service the corporate community. The DBE will highlight businesses, speakers, workshops, small business resources, and multiple networking opportunities. We are in the business of helping businesses plant their global imprint throughout the great state of Michigan.
Opening Day Friday, July 30, 2010 - 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, July 31, 2010 - 10:00 - 8:00 pm
Closing Day Sunday, Aug 1, 2010 - 10:00 - 5:00 pm
| Cost details: | Free admission |
| Contact: | Kenneth L. Harris |
| Phone: | (313) 638-2052 |
| E-mail: | kharris@detroitblackexpo.com |
| Web site: | http://www.detroitblackexpo.com |
West Bloomfield, Off of Orchard Lake Rd, South of
On the streets, Powers & Daly Roads
West Bloomfield
On the streets, Powers & Daly Roads
West Bloomfield
6:00pm - 9:00pm
New location in West Bloomfield. Hot Works presents 250, juried, award winning artists from around the world & locals.Live art demonstrations, music,& local culinary cuisine. The popular Youth Art competition in conjunction with the Institute for Arts and Education, a non profit, will have the youth art work displayed all weekend and cash prizes will be awarded to the winners. Focus is on artistry and community enrichment. This event has been voted in the top 100 shows in the country & won 5 awards in 2009 from Michigan Festivals & Events Association.
| Sponsor(s): | Institute for Arts and Education, Hot Works,LLC, Ariana Gallery,Caesars Windsor,Troy Clogg Landscape Associates, Banterra Vineyards, etc |
| Cost details: | Friday, July 30 is the Artist Preview Party, 6pm-9pm @ $25./person. July,31, 10am-7pm & August 1, 10am- 5pm are FREE |
| Contact: | Patty Narozny |
| Phone: | (248) 684-2613 |
| E-mail: | info@HotWorks.org |
| Web site: | http://www.HotWorks.org |
Sunday, August 1, 2010
The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn
9:30am - 8:00pm
A two-day, family-friendly event that celebrates arts, crafts, engineering, food, music, science and technology projects and the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) mindset. It’s for creative, resourceful people who like to tinker and love to make things. Experience it here, in the birthplace and showplace of one of the world’s most famous tinkerers, Henry Ford. Regular adult tickets are only $25 for all day admission to Maker Faire AND Henry Ford Museum!
| Cost details: | $25 |
| Contact: | Sherry Huss |
| Phone: | (313) 982-6001 |
| E-mail: | sherry@oreilly.com |
| Web site: | http://makerfaire.com/detroit/2010/callformakers/ |
University District, Detroit
Birchcrest at Santa Maria
Detroit
Birchcrest at Santa Maria
Detroit
11:00am - 5:00pm
University District Community Association
Five luxurious homes and two eye-catching private gardens will be open for public viewing; also Gloryland Community Garden and the newly renovated North American headquarters of the Vatican's Pontifical Institute for Foreign Missions (PIME). Welcome Center, ticket booth, free parking, refreshments and music located on Birchcrest north of McNichols. Trolley tours included with ticket or separately at $5 per person.
Five luxurious homes and two eye-catching private gardens will be open for public viewing; also Gloryland Community Garden and the newly renovated North American headquarters of the Vatican's Pontifical Institute for Foreign Missions (PIME). Welcome Center, ticket booth, free parking, refreshments and music located on Birchcrest north of McNichols. Trolley tours included with ticket or separately at $5 per person.
| Cost details: | $15 in advance; $18 day of tour |
| Contact: | Mary Leonard |
| Phone: | (313) 345-8036 |
| E-mail: | mleonard6@juno.com |
| Web site: | http://www.udcatour.com |
University of Detroit Mercy
Avenue of Fashion District
Detroit
Avenue of Fashion District
Detroit
6:00pm - 5:00pm
The Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC), the Michigan Southern Christian Leadership Conference, and the Detroit Rainbow PUSH Coalition are proud to host the Detroit Black Expo IV: A Weekend of Economic, Networking and Entrepreneurship Empowerment presented by the University of Detroit Mercy. The Detroit Black Expo (DBE) is one of the largest African American Consumer Exposé in the country featuring an expected 200 black-owned businesses, 500 conference participants and 2,000 consumers from July 28 – August 1, 2010. This year our goal is to partner with the community and set the stage for future economic growth and stability within the city of Detroit.
These are critical times in the State of Michigan's economy, but we as a community must support entrepreneurial activity and small business growth. We are also witnessing a tremendous paradigm shift-from a state dominated by the automotive industry towards a more diversified and progressive entrepreneurship environment. African Americans are realizing their consumer buying power and refocusing the dollar to support those who in turn support them. In the state of Michigan, African Americans purchase more than 4.7 billion dollars and represent better than 44,000 black-owned firms; 19,530 of those businesses reside in the city of Detroit alone.
This year's black expo and conference will be unprecedented in its ability to service the corporate community. The DBE will highlight businesses, speakers, workshops, small business resources, and multiple networking opportunities. We are in the business of helping businesses plant their global imprint throughout the great state of Michigan.
Opening Day Friday, July 30, 2010 - 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, July 31, 2010 - 10:00 - 8:00 pm
Closing Day Sunday, Aug 1, 2010 - 10:00 - 5:00 pm
These are critical times in the State of Michigan's economy, but we as a community must support entrepreneurial activity and small business growth. We are also witnessing a tremendous paradigm shift-from a state dominated by the automotive industry towards a more diversified and progressive entrepreneurship environment. African Americans are realizing their consumer buying power and refocusing the dollar to support those who in turn support them. In the state of Michigan, African Americans purchase more than 4.7 billion dollars and represent better than 44,000 black-owned firms; 19,530 of those businesses reside in the city of Detroit alone.
This year's black expo and conference will be unprecedented in its ability to service the corporate community. The DBE will highlight businesses, speakers, workshops, small business resources, and multiple networking opportunities. We are in the business of helping businesses plant their global imprint throughout the great state of Michigan.
Opening Day Friday, July 30, 2010 - 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, July 31, 2010 - 10:00 - 8:00 pm
Closing Day Sunday, Aug 1, 2010 - 10:00 - 5:00 pm
| Cost details: | Free admission |
| Contact: | Kenneth L. Harris |
| Phone: | (313) 638-2052 |
| E-mail: | kharris@detroitblackexpo.com |
| Web site: | http://www.detroitblackexpo.com |
West Bloomfield, Off of Orchard Lake Rd, South of
On the streets, Powers & Daly Roads
West Bloomfield
On the streets, Powers & Daly Roads
West Bloomfield
6:00pm - 9:00pm
New location in West Bloomfield. Hot Works presents 250, juried, award winning artists from around the world & locals.Live art demonstrations, music,& local culinary cuisine. The popular Youth Art competition in conjunction with the Institute for Arts and Education, a non profit, will have the youth art work displayed all weekend and cash prizes will be awarded to the winners. Focus is on artistry and community enrichment. This event has been voted in the top 100 shows in the country & won 5 awards in 2009 from Michigan Festivals & Events Association.
| Sponsor(s): | Institute for Arts and Education, Hot Works,LLC, Ariana Gallery,Caesars Windsor,Troy Clogg Landscape Associates, Banterra Vineyards, etc |
| Cost details: | Friday, July 30 is the Artist Preview Party, 6pm-9pm @ $25./person. July,31, 10am-7pm & August 1, 10am- 5pm are FREE |
| Contact: | Patty Narozny |
| Phone: | (248) 684-2613 |
| E-mail: | info@HotWorks.org |
| Web site: | http://www.HotWorks.org |
Monday, August 2, 2010
University District, Detroit
Birchcrest at Santa Maria
Detroit
Birchcrest at Santa Maria
Detroit
11:00am - 5:00pm
University District Community Association
Five luxurious homes and two eye-catching private gardens will be open for public viewing; also Gloryland Community Garden and the newly renovated North American headquarters of the Vatican's Pontifical Institute for Foreign Missions (PIME). Welcome Center, ticket booth, free parking, refreshments and music located on Birchcrest north of McNichols. Trolley tours included with ticket or separately at $5 per person.
Five luxurious homes and two eye-catching private gardens will be open for public viewing; also Gloryland Community Garden and the newly renovated North American headquarters of the Vatican's Pontifical Institute for Foreign Missions (PIME). Welcome Center, ticket booth, free parking, refreshments and music located on Birchcrest north of McNichols. Trolley tours included with ticket or separately at $5 per person.
| Cost details: | $15 in advance; $18 day of tour |
| Contact: | Mary Leonard |
| Phone: | (313) 345-8036 |
| E-mail: | mleonard6@juno.com |
| Web site: | http://www.udcatour.com |
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Walsh College Troy Campus
3838 Livernois Road
Troy
3838 Livernois Road
Troy
2:30pm - 5:30pm
During the eight weekly, three-hour sessions, participants will learn the processes and tools of basic project management based on the Project Management Institute's Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Who should attend: Anyone interested in a career as a project manager, or who may need future PMP certification from the Project Management Institute.
Walsh College is proud to offer these free workshops to workers in transition (unemployed, downsized, laid off, or otherwise are not currently in the workforce).
Class size is limited. Please, only register if you are absolutely sure you will attend this 8 week workshop.
DATE: Wednesdays beginning July 7, 2010, weekly for eight weeks (skipping Wednesday, July 28) ending on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. Attendees should plan to attend all eight workshops.
INSTRUCTOR: Joan Kelly, PMP is currently under contract with Right Management, assisting displaced workers with job search strategies. She holds both Master of Public Administration and Bachelor of Science in Vocational Education degrees from University of Michigan. She is a skilled instructor and facilitator in project management, root cause analysis, process improvement, change management and leadership development. Joan will be assisted by Mary Wright, PMP.
Who should attend: Anyone interested in a career as a project manager, or who may need future PMP certification from the Project Management Institute.
Walsh College is proud to offer these free workshops to workers in transition (unemployed, downsized, laid off, or otherwise are not currently in the workforce).
Class size is limited. Please, only register if you are absolutely sure you will attend this 8 week workshop.
DATE: Wednesdays beginning July 7, 2010, weekly for eight weeks (skipping Wednesday, July 28) ending on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. Attendees should plan to attend all eight workshops.
INSTRUCTOR: Joan Kelly, PMP is currently under contract with Right Management, assisting displaced workers with job search strategies. She holds both Master of Public Administration and Bachelor of Science in Vocational Education degrees from University of Michigan. She is a skilled instructor and facilitator in project management, root cause analysis, process improvement, change management and leadership development. Joan will be assisted by Mary Wright, PMP.
| Cost details: | Free to workers in transition (unemployed, downsized, laid off, or otherwise are not currently in the workforce). |
| Contact: | Jan Hubbard |
| Phone: | (248) 823-1392 |
| E-mail: | jhubbard@walshcollege.edu |
| Web site: | http://www.walshcollege.edu/takecharge |
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Roast @ the Westin Book Cadillac Hotel
1128 Washington Blvd
Detroit
1128 Washington Blvd
Detroit
5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Women Lawyers Association of Michigan's Wayne & Macomb Regions are having a Summer Happy Hour for Lawyers, Judges & Law Students.
Catch up with, or meet for the first time lawyers, judges and law students from the Wayne and Macomb Regions. All are welcome.
RSVP by August 3rd to either:
Tenicia Vanzant, tvanzant@finsvcs.com or
Kristin Stone, mich.lawyers@gmail.com
Catch up with, or meet for the first time lawyers, judges and law students from the Wayne and Macomb Regions. All are welcome.
RSVP by August 3rd to either:
Tenicia Vanzant, tvanzant@finsvcs.com or
Kristin Stone, mich.lawyers@gmail.com
| Cost details: | $10 members/$20 nonmembers. Includes appetizers. |
| Contact: | Elizabeth Jolliffe |
| Phone: | (734) 663-7905 |
| E-mail: | elizabeth@yourbenchmarkcoach.com |
| Web site: | http://womenlawyers.org/ |
Omni Detroit Hotel at River Place
1000 River Place
Detroit
1000 River Place
Detroit
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Experience a summer tradition of live music on the Riverfront, every Thursday night at the Omni Detroit Hotel. With an ideal patio setting serving classic cuisine and cocktails, you'll see what makes Music on the River such a great Detroit tradition.
| Cost details: | free, $5 valet parking |
| Contact: | Shelby Davis |
| Phone: | (313) 567-7800 |
| E-mail: | sdavis@omnihotels.com |
| Web site: | http://www.facebook.com/DetroitPrincess?ref=ts&v=wall#!/pages/Detroit-MI/Music-on-the-River/130473153632153?ref=ts&ajaxpipe=1&__a=10 |
Grand Traverse Pie Company- Troy
1446 Maple Rd Troy
Troy
1446 Maple Rd Troy
Troy
8:00pm - 11:30pm
Our last event was great, now it's time for you to join us again! For you newbies here's some info: When everyone you know is in bed, you're hunched over your laptop. There are too few hours in the day and too many things you want to do. Sound like you? Come out for a great study sesh, late night work, or just to meet ...new people as dedicated to their work as you are!
| Cost details: | Free |
| Contact: | Erica Vandenberg |
| Phone: | (248) 660-9309 |
| E-mail: | vandenbergerica@gmail.com |
| Web site: | http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Detroit-Night-Owls/131532850213546?ref=ts |
Glass Academy
25331 Trowbridge St.
Dearborn
25331 Trowbridge St.
Dearborn
4:00pm - 10:00pm
Hot Glass + Cold Beer event kicks off this summer August 5th at the Glass Academy with live glassblowing demonstrations, tasty cold beer from Michigan breweries and food samples from Edible WOW advertisers.
Tickets sell for $45 and include a hand crafted drinking vessel made by Furnace Design Studio (value $35), 2 drink tickets, and food samples such as specialty sausages and Michigan made tortilla chips and salsa.
For those who like to really pamper themselves, consider the VIP ticket for $200. This ticket includes an extra fancy drinking vessel (value $150), air conditioning, private dining, and a chance to mingle with the Artists in an intimate setting.
Tickets sell for $45 and include a hand crafted drinking vessel made by Furnace Design Studio (value $35), 2 drink tickets, and food samples such as specialty sausages and Michigan made tortilla chips and salsa.
For those who like to really pamper themselves, consider the VIP ticket for $200. This ticket includes an extra fancy drinking vessel (value $150), air conditioning, private dining, and a chance to mingle with the Artists in an intimate setting.
| Cost details: | $45, VIP $200 |
| Phone: | (313) 561-4527 |
| Web site: | http://www.GlassAcademy.com |
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