User Submitted Benefit Events in Detroit

New Detroit Inc., the nation’s first racial justice coalition that works toward racial equity and dismantling systemic racism, has announced it is accepting nominations for its inaugural “Just Lead: Advancing Racial Equity 2024 Leadership Awards.” Just Lead is New Detroit’s annual leadership conference that celebrates and informs leaders in racial equity. The awards are open to leaders in Michigan with an emphasis on impact in Southeast Michigan. New Detroit will recognize five leaders from the above categories at its annual Just Lead Conference on October 17, at a luncheon at the Icon, Detroit. 248-417-5246

BasBlue is partnering with local organizations that work to prevent, educate and care for those who have been affected by sexual assault and domestic violence. We welcome all to stop by and learn about the resources that may be helpful for yourself or loved ones. (313) 474-1883

BasBlue invites high school seniors in need of prom dresses to come to our Prom Dress Styling Day in partnership with Omniwomyn and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Lambda Pi Omega Chapter. (313) 474-1883

CAST AND CREW IN ATTENDANCE No one fights to preserve a multiplex, but some people will risk everything to save a marquee. Through booms and busts, Delft Theatres Inc. - and its innovative gem, The Nordic - endured in Marquette Michigan for almost 100 years, even as the world changed endlessly around them. Local teen Bernie Rosendahl’s modern crusade to restore the historic arthouse to its former glory leads filmmakers to discover a hidden cinema empire in the Upper Peninsula. A true story of chasing your dreams, redefining failure and success, and reembracing the enduring magic of cinema. (313) 894-0850

A grassroots event held in even-numbered years, and backed by 60 facial hair clubs across the United States & Canada, the GABMC gathers together international competitors sporting the finest, biggest, and best beards and moustaches from North America and beyond for charity & bragging rights. Believe it or not, everyone can compete at the 2024 GABMC! Our experienced panel of 7 judges will be evaluating the different facial hair types. Competitors will battle it out to win one of 27 different beard and moustache categories. Full category descriptions can be found at GreatAmericanBMC.org/categories. 2486132866