10 Interesting Things To See At Jazz Fest

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Protesters!
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A young street performer drew a lot of attention from the festival's younger attendees.
A young street performer drew a lot of attention from the festival's younger attendees.
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John Davis shows off his amazing xylophone skills
John Davis shows off his amazing xylophone skills
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Alan Day is an accomplished saxophonist and vocalist.
Alan Day is an accomplished saxophonist and vocalist.
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There are many, many, many food vendors at Jazz Fest, so come with an empty stomach.
There are many, many, many food vendors at Jazz Fest, so come with an empty stomach.
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This lovely lady shows off her hooping skills.
This lovely lady shows off her hooping skills.
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Swinging stick things.
Swinging stick things.
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Hooping action!
Hooping action!
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A man with a fantastic beaded hat has some excellent drumming beats.
A man with a fantastic beaded hat has some excellent drumming beats.
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A street performer with very fashionable makeup.
A street performer with very fashionable makeup.
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Food & Drink

Where to find authentic African and Caribbean food in the Detroit area

In recent years, the amount of African and Caribbean eateries in the Detroit area has continued to increase, with spots such as…

By Layla McMurtrie

Kola Restaurant & Ultra Lounge 32523 Northwestern Hwy., Farmington Hills; 248-932- 5652; kolalounge.com This spot mixes a modern, hip-hop lounge with a sit-down West African restaurant. Owner Ime Ekpenyong serves up dishes from nations like Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal. Roughly a third of Kola is dedicated to a dance floor and DJ booth, and depending on the night that you're there, you may examine the yam-heavy menu while listening to reggae, soul, or Caribbean music.
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Arts & Culture

20 things to do in Detroit this weekend (April 18-21)

Not only is this Saturday marijuana’s holiday, but it’s also Record Store Day, plus the upcoming Monday is Earth Day, which all…

By Layla McMurtrie

Mega 80’s: Prince Remembrance When: April 19 at 7 p.m. Where: Magic Bag (Ferndale) What: An 80s dance night Who: Prince fans and 80s music lovers Why: Have some drinks and dance the night away with friends to kick off your weekend.
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Arts & Culture

Pop culture fans packed Livonia’s Burton Manor for Astronomicon 7

Hundreds of horror, wrestling, and pop culture fans attended Astronomicon at Burton Manor in Livonia this past weekend, hosted by Detroit rap…

By Josh Justice

Pop culture fans packed Livonia's Burton Manor for Astronomicon 7
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Food & Drink

The best food in metro Detroit according to Chef Hamissi Mamba of Baobab Fare

To continue highlighting the best of Detroit’s cuisine after last month’s list from Chef James Rigato, we thought Chef Hamissi Mamba would…

By Layla McMurtrie

Hamissi Mamba (right) talking to Chef Masai May (left), a former cook at Baobab Fare who is now chef de cuisine of Hamilton’s in Corktown.
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By Steve Neavling

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Pot-friendly Michigan music venue scales back programming

By Lee DeVito

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Black women-owned cannabis cultivator Calyxeum opens its first dispensary in Detroit

By Layla McMurtrie

Calyxeum CEO Rebecca Colett (left) and Calyxeum COO LaToyia Rucker (right) are co-owners of Detroit’s newest dispensary, Moses Roses Powered By Calyxeum.

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