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Arts & Culture

Detroit to launch 9 new ‘Arts Alleys’ across neighborhoods

Detroit is opening nine new “Arts Alleys” over the next month in neighborhoods across the city as part of an initiative to…

By Steve Neavling

The entrance to the North End Arts Alley in Detroit.
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Arts & Culture

What’s going on in metro Detroit this week (June 4-10)

Select events happening in the Detroit area. Be sure to check venue websites before all events for the latest information. See our…

By Lee DeVito

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.
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What’s going on in metro Detroit this week (May 28-June 3)

Select events happening in metro Detroit this week. Be sure to check venue websites before all events for the latest information. See…

By Lee DeVito

Pickleball at Beacon Park The fastest-growing sport has arrived in downtown Detroit. Through a partnership between Come Play Detroit and Downtown Detroit Partnership, Beacon Park is offering pickleball on two courts that are well-lit for after-dark play. Beginners and seasoned pros are welcome for team tournaments or open play sessions (bring your own equipment), with refreshments available from nearby Lumen Detroit. Leagues from 6-9:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, tournaments 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, and open play 6 a.m.-10 p.m. daily when courts are unused at Beacon Park; 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit; comeplaydetroit.com/beaconpark. No cover.
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The stories behind some of Detroit’s most notable memorials, monuments, and statues

You’ve likely driven past them, walked in their shadow, or even stepped over some while paying your respects to a loved one.…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Michigan Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument Campus Martius Park, Detroit Unveiled in 1872, this monument is dedicated to Michigan’s sailors and soldiers killed during the Civil War. It was re-dedicated in 2005 following the completion of Campus Martius Plaza and those who died in wars since were also honored.
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Detroit's Rouge Park celebrates 100 years with free three-day festival

By Steve Neavling

The Rouge Park centennial celebration is planned for June 27-29.

‘There’s no reason for this to exist’: Reviews of ‘How to Train Your Dragon,’ ‘Materialists,’ and ‘The Life of Chuck’

By Jared Rasic, Last Word Features

Mason Thames stars as Hiccup in the remake of How to Train Your Dragon.

Wes Anderson gets weird and hilarious in ‘The Phoenician Scheme’

By Jared Rasic, Last Word Features

Wes Anderson's latest movie, The Phoenician Scheme, mixes divine absurdity, emotional pain, and symmetrical chaos.

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