Detroit’s long-standing Dakota Inn Rathskeller is under new ownership

The nearly century-old German beer hall is now owned by Paddy Lynch, who also owns The Schvitz, Convent Detroit, and Dutch Girl Donuts

The search for a lost Detroit soul singer whose music still lives on overseas

A woman known as September Jones has mesmerized Northern Soul fans in the U.K. for decades with her raw, haunting voice. Fans have been trying to track her down for years.

Big Rock Italian Chophouse readies to open in Birmingham’s former Big Rock Chophouse space

A previously announced restaurant and cigar club are planning to open this summer
The Cass Café was a gathering place for artists, musicians, academics, and neighbors.

Detroit’s Cass Café reopens for art exhibit honoring Detroit artists Jim and Lucille Nawara

June 11, 2025

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By Steve Neavling
The Verve Pipe Saturday’s concert by Michigan rock band the Verve Pipe is a special one for local fans. Not only are we rounding this up to a hometown show of sorts (the band was founded in East Lansing), but the show serves as a release party for the vinyl version of the Verve Pipe’s 1992 debut I’ve Suffered a Head Injury, which includes an early version its biggest hit, the ’90s alt-rock anthem “The Freshman.” In an Instagram video, frontman Brian Vander Ark said this will be the only chance to grab this disc for a while. Doors at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at Royal Oak Music Theatre; 318 W. 4th St., Royal Oak; royaloakmusictheatre.com. Tickets are $43-$79.
By Metro Times editorial staff
Kayak down Detroit’s canals For a more intimate view of the Detroit River, try kayaking or paddle-boarding. Here’s a fun way to do so: Neighboring businesses Detroit River Sports and Coriander Kitchen & Farm offer “Paddle-to-Table” tours of the Jefferson-Chalmers canals — a charming residential neighborhood dubbed the “Venice of Detroit” by some. The tours go for about an hour and a half and end with a delicious dinner at an acclaimed riverside restaurant.Detroit River Sports and Coriander Kitchen & Farm; 14601 Riverside Blvd., Detroit; detroitriversports.com. Tickets are $180 per person and includes a tour, a four-course meal, beer and wine, and tip.
By Lee DeVito

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Detroit is launching a new same-day transit service for people with disabilities.
By Steve Neavling
Religious leaders and Wayne State University students demanded misconduct charges be dropped against a pro-Palestinian activist.
By Steve Neavling
Protesters rallied in downtown Detroit after migrants were detained at the Patrick V. McNamara Federal Building.
By Steve Neavling
Image: THE DETROIT RIVERFRONT CONSERVANCY’S SHIMMER ON THE RIVER FUNDRAISER KICKS OFF SUMMER ON JUNE 26 AT VALADE PARK
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Image: New Dodge Lounge Presents An Evening with The Smiths United
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Drag queen Golden O’Hara-Polo died in April.
By Lee DeVito
Covenant tells the story of Johnny “Honeycomb” James, who has returned to small town Alabama with uncanny musical ability after two years on the road.
By Randiah Camille Green
The Dakota Inn Rathskeller.
By Lee DeVito
Big Rock Italian Chophouse will replace the former Big Rock Chophouse in Birmingham’s old Grand Trunk Western Railroad Depot.
By Lee DeVito
Detroit City Distillery’s Michigan 4-Berry Pie cocktail is made from Achatz Handmade Pie Company pie filling.
By Lee DeVito
Image: Bobcat Bonnie’s closes Ferndale location
By Lee DeVito
Mac Saturn even Evan Mercer Photoshopped off of the cover of Hard to Sell (along with another former band member, ex-bassist Jive Moses).
By Lee DeVito
Kendrick Lamar is an emcee’s emcee.
By Kahn Santori Davison
Hugh Masekela, of South Africa, warms up before performing at the Concert of Colors Saturday, July 20, 2002, at Chene Park in Detroit.
By Lee DeVito
One of three grow rooms for flowing plants at Green Dolphin Craft Cannabis, a small cultivator in Detroit.
By Steve Neavling
JARS Cannabis has had a presence at Movement Festival in recent years.
By Steve Neavling
Terple Gang and Northern Lights are dedicated to high-quality cannabis.
By Steve Neavling
Michigan regulators have been cracking down on cannabis businesses that commit violations.
By Steve Neavling
The entrance to the North End Arts Alley in Detroit.
By Steve Neavling
Saturday.
By Li Miller
Michigan summers don’t last long, so don’t take the time for granted. The right strain can brighten your day, whether you’re heading to a festival, strolling the Detroit RiverWalk, or hanging out on your patio. Make the best of it. And don’t forget the sunscreen. If you want us to sample your cannabis products, send us an email at steve@metrointhed.com.
By Steve Neavling
Michigan Lavender Festival While this fragrant purple flower is not native to Michigan, the state is becoming increasingly known for its lavender farms — and the Michigan Lavender Festival is a great way to learn more about them. Billed as the largest and oldest lavender festival on the East Coast, now in its 23rd year, the event features vendors, artisan workshops, and food trucks … not to mention ice-cold Lavender Lemonade. From noon-6 p.m. on Friday, June 6 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 at Eastern Michigan State Fairgrounds; 195 Midway St., Imlay City; themichiganlavenderfestival.com. Tickets are $10; children 12 and under get in free.
By Lee DeVito

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