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Open House

Join us for the grand opening of The Noble Brand’s first retail location in Detroit on Saturday, June 8 from 12–4 PM at 19120 Grand River Ave. Celebrate with a ribbon cutting, live DJ, candle engraving station, raffles, and light bites. Explore non-toxic luxury home fragrances and connect with fellow wellness lovers, creatives, and community leaders. Open to the public—come experience a new kind of self-care rooted in culture, community, and intention. RSVP at https://partiful.com/e/sRDCvKRmAg248L6UgtEP. (323) 524-8848

A Night of Detroit Stars

Wed., May 21, 12 p.m.

MotorCity Casino Hotel

2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit Detroit

$100

Fundraiser

Don't miss this amazing event! Help support Detroit youth and enjoy a fabulous show featuring local Detroit entertainers including the Detroit Youth Choir. A Night of Detroit Stars is held at Motor City Casino's Sound Board Theater. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a cocktail reception, strolling dinner and a "Keys to the City" raffle. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. and is followed by a dessert reception with cast and crew. All proceeds benefit Covenant House Michigan which provides youth facing homelessness with shelter, educational and vocational programs, unconditional love, absolute respect, and relentless support. 313-463-2500

Lungs

Wed., May 21, 2-3:30 p.m., Thu., May 22, 7:30-9 p.m., Fri., May 23, 7:30-9 p.m., Sat., May 24, 7:30-9 p.m., Sun., May 25, 2-3:30 p.m., Wed., May 28, 2-3:30 p.m., Thu., May 29, 7:30-9 p.m., Fri., May 30, 7:30-9 p.m., Sat., May 31, 6-7:30 p.m. and Sun., June 1, 2-3:30 p.m.

Tipping Point Theatre

361 E. Cady St., Northville Detroit

Wormrot, No/Mas, Oxygen Destroyer

$25 - $55

Performance

This smart, funny, thought-provoking play explores the lifecycle of a relationship with all the hope, betrayal, pain and humor that exemplifies our modern-day love. Lungs centers around a couple grappling with the decision to have a child in a world fraught with environmental and ethical dilemmas. Presented as a continuous dialogue, the narrative unfolds in real-time, creating an intensely immersive experience for theatergoers; a truly moving and thought-provoking meditation on love, responsibility and the fragile balance of existence. “[a] distinctive, off-kilter love story is brutally honest, funny, edgy and current." -The Guardian 248-347-0003

Wed., May 21, 6 p.m.

Sanctuary Detroit

2932 Caniff St., Hamtramck Detroit

$20

Terre Rouge / Easton Wine Tasting Dinner

Wed., May 21, 6:30 p.m.

The Apparatus Room

250 W Larned St., Detroit Detroit

On Healing Land, Birds Perch

$150

Drink

Join us for an exclusive Wine Tasting Dinner in Le Grand Salon at The Apparatus Room on Wednesday, May 21st. This intimate event will feature a 5-course dinner paired with wines from Terre Rouge and Easton Wines. Tickets are available in advance through OT Experiences for $150 per person, plus tax and gratuity. This is a rare opportunity to experience exceptional wines alongside expertly crafted dishes in a one-of-a-kind setting. Reserve your seat today and enjoy a night of culinary and wine excellence. (313) 800-5500

Wed., May 21, 6:30-8 p.m.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library

1000 Beal Ave., Ann Arbor Washtenaw County

FREE to the public

Screening

This short documentary tells the remarkable stories behind one of the most iconic photos in history. This is the first documentary, from a Vietnamese born filmmaker, that explores the continuing aftershocks of the Vietnam War from the perspectives of both sides of the war. The story is told through the iconic Pulitzer winning photo of General Loan shooting a Vietcong, Captain Nguyen Van Lem in the head, two days after the 1968 Tet Offensive. A discussion and audience Q&A will follow the film. 734-205-0569

Line Dancing Lessons at Diamondback Music Hall!

Wed., May 21, 6:30-10 p.m. and Wed., May 28, 6:30-10 p.m.

Diamondback Music Hall

49345 S. Interstate 94 Service Dr., Belleville Detroit

DD Osama & Sugarhill Ddot: The New Wave Tour 2025

$10-$15

DJ/Dance, Dance lessons, Drink

Looking to learn line dancing? 🕺 💃🏽 Mark your calendars for every Wednesday, and head over to Diamondback Music Hall for exciting line dance lessons! You don’t need any prior experience—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to have a blast! This class is perfect for everyone, whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced dancer👯‍♀️ Plus, we’ll have open dancing 💃🏻 as well! ALL-Ages Welcome! Tickets purchased in advance online are discounted to only $10! Otherwise, it’s $15 at the door🎫 7345891111

Planet Funk

Wed., May 21, 7-10 p.m.

Spkr Box

200 Grand River, Detroit Detroit

DJ/Dance

Planet Funk w/ Hazmat Live & Electric Otto's Funk Factory (313) 496-1010

Wed., May 21, 7 p.m.

The Shelter

431 E. Congress St., Detroit Detroit

Line Dancing Lessons at Diamondback Music Hall!

313-961-6358

Wed., May 21, 7 p.m., Wed., May 28, 7 p.m., Wed., June 4, 6:30 p.m. and Wed., June 25, 6:30 p.m.

Diamondback Music Hall

49345 S. Interstate 94 Service Dr., Belleville Detroit

Teddy Swims - I've Tried Everything But Therapy Tour

Wed., May 21, 8 p.m.

Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill

14900 Metropolitan Pkwy., Sterling Heights Detroit

$49.50-$125

7 Days Entertainment Label Night

586-268-5100

Nightcap Detroit

Wed., May 21, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

Spkr Box

200 Grand River, Detroit Detroit

DJ/Dance

Nightcap Detroit w/ Whodat (313) 496-1010

Wed., May 21, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

Spkr Box

200 Grand River, Detroit Detroit

$10

DJ/Dance

7 Days Entertainment Label Night w/ Big Strick, Generation Next, Butterbandz & Ron Cook (313) 496-1010

Art Of Living Part-1 Program w Gurudevs session

21st of every month, 6-9:03 p.m.

Art Of Living Happiness Center

44815 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton Detroit

Self-care, Yoga

What is the Art of Living Part 1 course? Impact of SKY® on Health and Wellbeing Science-backed benefits of SKY®, taught in the Art of Living Part 1, shown in over 100 independent studies Key Highlights of the 3 Day Part 1 Course “Meditation is the journey from sound to silence, from movement to stillness, from a limited identity to unlimited space.” ~ Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar "Life Changing" "May be the fastest growing spiritual practice on the planet" "Shows promise in providing relief for depression" "Like Fresh air to millions" 7047050425

Free Skin Cancer Screenings from Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery

Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 31

Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery

42505 Woodward Ave, Ste 200, Bloomfield Hills Oakland County

FREE

Health screening

For the month of May, Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery is offering free skin cancer checks at select locations in recognition of Melanoma Monday and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Schedule your appointment and reference Melanoma Monday free screenings to secure the offer. To sign up, please call: 866-202-7050. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up soon! Full list of participating locations in your area are as follows: Bloomfield Hills- 42505 Woodward Ave, Ste 200 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 Wyandotte- 1500 Eureka Rd Wyandotte, MI 48192 Warren- 13450 12 Mile Rd Warren, MI 48088 Shelby Township- 13717 23 866-202-7050

LAFCU's Pathway to Financial Transformation Essay Contest

Through May 31, 9 a.m.

Lectures & Classes

LAFCU is now accepting entries for its Pathway to Financial Transformation Essay Contest, which will award $10,000 in grants to help individuals strengthen their financial futures. Four winners will each receive up to $2,500 to support personal financial growth and long-term stability. Open to Michigan residents, the contest invites participants to submit a 500-word essay reflecting on their financial journey, recent achievements, and goals for the future. Submissions must follow specific formatting guidelines and be submitted online. Essays are due by May 31. More information is available at www.lafcu.com/ptft.

Flowers & Stars A Solo Exhibition by Kim Ward

Mondays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through June 1

The Gallery at The Baker House presents: Flowers & Stars A Solo Exhibition by Kim Ward

233 S Main Street, Plymouth Detroit

MobilityTown: Out of Our Cars and Into the World

In Flowers & Stars, Kim Ward invites viewers into a whimsical universe where color, texture, and childlike wonder converge. This collection celebrates the joyful dance between nature and imagination—between the earthbound beauty of blooms and the infinite mystery of the night sky. Layer by vibrant layer, Ward builds her mixed media pieces using found materials, scraps, and encaustic wax, creating works that sparkle with energy and emotional depth. Her process, playful yet intentional, mirrors the uninhibited creativity of children’s art. Each piece in Flowers & Stars is a visual poem—both spontaneous and thoughtful—evoking innocence, surprise, and magic. 734-259-8251

Through June 7

New Lab @ Michigan Central

2050 15th St, Detroit Detroit

An interactive, animated art installation by artist Carla Diana and projectionist Motomichi Nakamura that imagines a pedestrian-first Detroit through animated scenes of modular, self-driving transit. MobilityTown is on view through June 7 at Newlab at Michigan Central. Admission is free and open to the public. N/A

AllMachines

Through Dec. 30

Free

Benefit

AllMachines simplifies choosing heavy machinery with its comprehensive and reliable resource hub. Covering all models and brands of tractors, forklifts, harvesting, hay and forage equipment like combines, headers, balers, rakes, and tedders across the US, our platform provides extensive details on dealers, specifications, and features. With downloadable manuals, expert user reviews, and in-depth model insights, AllMachines gives you everything you need to make informed decisions and select the right equipment for your needs. 4158304348

Escape The Asylum

Wednesdays-Sundays, 4-8:30 p.m. Continues through June 30

Eloise Asylum

30712 Michigan Avenue, Westland Detroit

Mint Artists Guild - Youth Art Show

$35.00

Game

Embark on an electrifying journey into the heart of darkness at Escape the Asylum at Eloise: Unleash Your Fear. 855-688-7277

Tuesdays-Saturdays, 5-9 p.m. Continues through May 24

MAC Galleries

18943 Livernois Ave., Detroit Detroit

Free

“GRAVITAS” ART AND COLLECTIVE HEALING EXPERIENCE

MAC Galleries presents "Sister, Sister" by Mint Artists Guild. The show will have work created by nore than 20 young artists. April 26 - May 24. Reception April 26, 5 - 9pm. 3138717690

Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1-5 p.m. Continues through May 31

Color & Ink Studio

20919 John R Rd., Hazel Park Detroit

Free

Crimson Commuter- New store event

Color | Ink Studio & Gallery is presenting “Gravitas”, a solo exhibition of powerful paintings by artist Dawn Smith centered around the topics of grief and hope. The show opens Friday, May 2 and runs through May 31. According to Smith, “The intention behind these paintings is to cultivate understanding, healing and unity surrounding the human experience of grief—a topic that is so universal and yet still so taboo in our culture.” Part of the proceeds from art sales will benefit Six Feet Over, a non-profit organization that provides financial and emotional support for survivors of suicide loss. 248-398-6119

Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m., Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., Saturdays, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through Jan. 1

Crimson Commuter-Reiki, Tarot & Crystals

28736 John R Rd., Madison Heights Oakland County

Free

Marketplace

Help me welcome my new store Crimson Commuter-Reiki, Tarot & Crystals. Visit our new location in the heart of Madison Heights for all your healing, tarot, & spiritual needs. Right next door to the old Mystic Moon store. We offer classes, workshops, tarot readings, Reiki sessions, chakra balancing, community and a safe atmosphere. 248-766-0330

Battle of the Fans

Ongoing, 12 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

FREE

Football

📢 Calling all WOLVERINE and SPARTAN Fans! Let's get the competition started early with a BATTLE OF THE FANS Photo Contest! We want to see which fans have more spirit! Now through Sept 22nd... 1. LIKE our Battle of the Fans post 2. SHARE our Battle of the Fans post 3. COMMENT with a picture of you in your team's gear Three winners will be selected to win swag from their favorite team! *Must LIKE, SHARE, and COMMENT to enter. 5862937800

Coveted - All Luxury Watches at One Place

Ongoing, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt

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Marketplace

Coveted is your ultimate destination for luxury watches, featuring an extensive collection of iconic brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet, etc. The platform offers detailed insights into watch specifications, collections, and exclusive features, making it a go-to resource for enthusiasts and collectors. With curated reviews, comparisons, and expertly crafted articles, Coveted helps users make informed decisions about their next timepiece. Explore collections based on materials, design, and functionality, ensuring a tailored browsing experience. Coveted blends a passion for horology with a user-friendly interface, offering unparalleled access to the world’s finest luxury watches. Visit Coveted to discover timeless elegance. 4158304348

Ongoing, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location

160 E Congress St, Detroit Detroit

Constellations & Affinities: Selections from the Cranbrook Collection

$39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team

Game, Guided tour

Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016! Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all 8884338966

Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Cranbrook Art Museum

39221 N. Woodward Ave., P.O. Box 801, Bloomfield Hills Oakland County

Museum Admission, Free on Thursdays

Matriarchs of Mastery – Women Shaping the Future of Glass Art

"Constellations and Affinities: Selections from the Cranbrook Collection" is now open at Cranbrook Art Museum! Sampling from the Cranbrook Collection, this ongoing exhibition gathers a broad and eclectic sampling of objects made by artists, architects, and designers associated with Cranbrook Academy of Art. Arranged like a contemporary curiosity cabinet, the works on view span numerous media and represent a broad range of practices taught at the Academy. Works have been arranged in various constellations to compare and contrast certain affinities in materials, processes, and approaches among the artists while acknowledging the singular artistic vision of each maker. 2486453323

Every 24 days, 12-5 p.m.

Habatat Galleries

4400 Fernlee Ave., Royal Oak Oakland County

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The Big Picture Guided Tour

Habatat proudly presents Matriarchs of Mastery: Women Shaping the Future of Glass Art, showcasing over 20 visionary women redefining glass through innovation and craftsmanship. Featured artists include Jen Blazina, Christina Bothwell, Nancy Callan, Amber Cowan, Anja Isphording, Claire Kelly, Lucy Lyon, Josepha Gasch-Muche, Sibylle Peretti, Marlene Rose, April Surgent, and more. Many works were recently featured at the Sarasota Glass Art Fair. Join us in February 2025 to celebrate their impact. For inquiries or to RSVP, contact Habatat Galleries. 248.554.0590

Tuesdays-Sundays, 1 p.m., Fridays, 6 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 3 p.m.

Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA)

5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

Free

Around the World in Blue and White: Selections from the William C. Weese Collection of Chinese Ceramics

313-833-7900

Tuesdays-Sundays

University of Michigan Museum of Art

525 S. State St., Ann Arbor Washtenaw County

free

Aviation Impressionism, Acrylic on Canvas

Trace the fascinating and sometimes. troubling stories behind the world's most desired ceramics. The technology and taste for blue and white porcelain originated in China in the fourteenth century, and quickly set off a worldwide craze that lasted five hundred years. Installed across four different galleries at UMMA, this exhibition explores that history and tracks the influence of blue and white ceramics across the globe. (734) 764-0395; (734) 764-3731 (FAX)

Mondays-Fridays

Oakland County International Airport

6500 Highland Road/M-59, Waterford Detroit

free