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Theatre📅 Sat, Oct 31
Detroit Opera House: Step Afrika! makes its debut, Nov. 14
Step Afrika! brings its unique blend of dance, songs, storytelling, and humor to the Detroit Opera House on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.
Theatre📅 Thu, Oct 29
Williamston Theatre: Lansing Christmas Adventure premieres Nov. 19
Mid-Michigan’s award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, kicks off the holidays with the World Premiere of A Lansing Christmas Adventure by Robert Hawlmark. Performances begin Thursday, November 19 an…
Theatre📅 Fri, Oct 30
Open Book Theatre: The Woman in Black runs through Nov. 22
Open Book Theatre Company (OBTC) is bringing spine-tingling theatrical magic Downriver this fall with Stephen Mallatratt’s acclaimed stage adaptation of Susan Hill’s ghost story, The Woman in Black. Running from October 30 through November 22, 2026.
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Theatre📅 Sun, Nov 1
Planet Ant Black Box: Shelly Smith's ON HOLD opens Nov. 6
Planet Ant Theatre presents ON HOLD: A One Human Show by Shelly Smith. Following two successful runs at the Dreamland theater in Ypsilanti, ON HOLD comes to the Planet Ant Black Box this November!
Theatre📅 Thu, Nov 12
Pioneer Theatre Guild: student cast stages Hadestown, Nov. 12 to 15
Pioneer Theatre Guild will present Hadestown: Teen Edition November 12–15, 2026, at Schreiber Auditorium at Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor.
Concerts
Journey: a final Michigan show, details still to come
Here's what fans can expect to see and hear when the iconic band visits "South Detroit" for the last time.
Events
Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum: reopens in West Bloomfield
After nearly two years away, one of Metro Detroit’s most beloved family attractions is back! Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum has reopened in a new West Bloomfield location, bringing back the […]
Events📅 Sun, Nov 1
Free in November: museum days and family events around Metro Detroit
November is packed with FREE family fun in Metro Detroit! From hands-on museum adventures and creative kids’ workshops to festive library programs and holiday tree lightings, there are so many […]
Good News
Maker Works: Ann Arbor makerspace nears 220 members after nonprofit switch
Maker Works has spent the past several years expanding its equipment, classes, and membership while learning what it means to operate as a nonprofit.
Arts📅 Thu, Oct 29
Sterling Heights Library: Firekeeper's Daughter author visits Nov. 5
STERLING HEIGHTS — The Sterling Heights Public Library will welcome bestselling author Angeline Boulley, author of “Firekeeper’s Daughter,” at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, for an evening celebrating Native American Heritage Month. The post Bestselling author Angeline Boulley bound fo…
Events📅 Fri, Oct 30
Detroit in costume: a weekend convention, Nov. 1 to 3
People are flocking to Detroit this weekend to attend one of the largest events of its kind in the world.
Events📅 Fri, Oct 30
Dia de los Muertos: four Detroit events through Nov. 2
Celebrate People Who Are No Longer With Us With Our Friends of Mexican Heritage The post Dìa de Los Muertos in Detroit Includes 4 Events to Know About Now appeared first on Detroitisit.
Events📅 Thu, Nov 19
Jacqueline Woodson: at the DIA for educators and students, Nov. 18 to 20
Since 2018, Literacy for Kids has invited award-winning authors to meet metro Detroit students and share their love of literacy. This fall, the program is expanding to include an evening for educators. Up to 300 guests — teachers, librarians and other school personnel — are invit…
Good News
Ypsilanti District Library: Toyota grant funds STEM gear for three branches
Since its partnership with the Ypsi District Library began in 2023, Toyota has provided $30,000 annually to expand programming, purchase educational equipment, and introduce young people to STEM professionals.
Concerts📅 Sun, Nov 1
Scarab Club: Baldwin Ensemble plays chamber music, Nov. 22
Chamber Music at the Scarab Club is excited to present its next concert on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 3-5 p.m., in the main gallery of The Scarab Club (217 Farnsworth, Detroit 48202).
Events📅 Fri, Nov 6
The Dojo: Ypsilanti's hip-hop open mic turns 10
As hip-hop artist Diont'e Visible prepares to release his new album, Ypsi's long-standing open mic series, The Dojo, founded by Harlin Duke Newcomb and housed by the Regal Beagle, celebrates 10 years.
Good News
Pontiac brownfield: EGLE grant pays for a homeless shelter
The $7 million project will create a 12,350-square-foot single-story shelter and as many as 32 new jobs. The post Contaminated Site in Pontiac to be Turned into Homeless Shelter Thanks to EGLE Grant appeared first on Oakland County Times.
Concerts📅 Sat, Oct 31
A candlelight concert: horror classics at a Detroit landmark, Oct. 31
The atmospheric performance promises to blend classical versions of horror-themed music with candlelight ambiance.
Good News
Food insecurity: how Fair Food Network and Groundwork Center are closing the gap
Fair Food Network, Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities, and Detroit Food Policy Council increase families' healthy choices while supporting local growers and retailers.
Good News
Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum: back open after a two year gap
The famous Michigan vintage arcade and museum is finally open at its new location after being forced to close nearly two years ago.
Theatre📅 Tue, Oct 27
Detroit Opera: Tosca opens the 2026-27 season Nov. 1
“You have to go to everything; I don’t know what you would miss,” says Roberto Kalb of the Detroit Opera’s upcoming 2026-27 season. Kalb, a conductor and the Detroit Opera’s […] The post A Preview of Detroit Opera’s 2026-27 Season appeared first on Hour Detroit Magazine.
Good News
Detroit schools: a plan to put libraries back in 89 buildings
Detroit officials are proposing $251 million in projects, including expanded air conditioning and long-sought building upgrades. The plan could bring school libraries back by fall 2027.
Good News
Life Remodeled: a second opportunity hub opens in East Detroit
Life Remodeled has transformed a former vacant school building, with financing help from IFF, to its second opportunity hub. Anchor Detroit, a campus in East Detroit, provides residents with economic, educational, and environmental mobility opportunities.
Food & Drink📅 Tue, Oct 27
Grandma Bob's: a charity pizza, every last Tuesday
On the final Tuesday of each month, chefs sell inventive new pizzas at Grandma Bob's pizzeria to benefit a charity of their choice. This month, Lisa Kim is serving up pizza with a Korean American twist. The post Grandma Bob’s Spread Dough invites culinary visionaries to create un…
Comedy
Under his spell: Las Vegas hypnotist Kevin Lepine plays Royal Oak
ROYAL OAK — Kevin Lepine’s Las Vegas act is known to put some audience members to sleep. While many showgoers are wide awake as the bright lights shine from the stage, others watching Lepine fall into a deep sleep. They doze off as the hypnotist puts them under his spell in his s…
Events📅 Sat, Oct 31
A Houdini-themed Halloween show: vaudeville and escape acts, Oct. 31
Experience vaudeville-style entertainment and escape artistry while learning about Houdini's Detroit performances and his untimely death.
Arts📅 Sun, Oct 18
Grumpy Phil: new episodes land weekly through Nov. 22
"Grumpy Phil," an Ann Arbor-produced web series about a grumpy, middle-aged fellow with an axe to grind and the things that annoy him, returns this month with new, free-to-watch episodes.
Theatre📅 Sun, Nov 1
Avon Players: 80 seasons, Twelve Angry Men opens Nov. 6
“For the community, it’s wonderful to have homegrown arts and entertainment at a fraction of the cost.” The post Avon Players Marks 80 Seasons of Community Theater with Upcoming Twelve Angry Men Production appeared first on Oakland County Times.
Food & Drink
Shell Shock'D Tacos: Margo Moon's Detroit spot eyes expansion
Detroit food entrepreneur Margo Moon has dreams of expanding her award winning restaurant Shell Shock'D Tacos so people outside of the D can enjoy her powerful flavors. The post Margo Moon’s Shell Shock’D Tacos | CONTAINER on The Metro appeared first on WDET 101.9 FM.
Food & Drink
Peach Cobbler Factory: a second Ann Arbor location opens
Husband-and-wife team Tony and Mary Burton opened their second Peach Cobbler Factory, a fast-casual dessert franchise, in August in the Carpenter Rd. strip mall near Ellsworth anchored by Starbucks. The post A Family Favorite in a Factory Setting appeared first on Ann Arbor Obser…
Events📅 Thu, Nov 12
8 new places: where Metro Detroit families are headed this November
November is bringing even more reasons to get out and explore with the kids! From a coffee shop with a FREE play area for little ones to a new nature-inspired […]
Events📅 Fri, Oct 30
Halloween weekend: 30-plus Metro Detroit events, Oct. 29 to 31
It’s Halloween week and there are a lot of places to celebrate beyond your neighborhood! From trick-or-treating and fall festivals to haunted trails, glowing adventures, costume parties + FREE Halloween […]
Events📅 Mon, Oct 26
This week with kids: Halloween weekend tops 30 events
Looking for fresh ideas to get the kids out of the house this week? We’ve got you covered. From FREE family fun and everyday outings to can’t-miss special events, we’ve rounded up the […]
Events📅 Thu, Nov 26
Detroit's Thanksgiving parade: a museum exhibit for its 100th year
This parade is the nation's third largest behind only New York's Macy's and Pasadena's Tournament of Roses.
Events📅 Thu, Oct 29
Houdini at 100: Detroit Historical Society marks his death with lectures, a party
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of Houdini’s death, DHS is hosting two events that give more insight into his life, magic and time in Detroit.
Events📅 Thu, Oct 29
November with kids: Detroit's parade turns 100, plus STEM Day
The holiday season is here! From the 100th anniversary of Detroit’s Thanksgiving Parade to dazzling Christmas lights, hands-on STEM adventures and magical holiday road trips, November is packed with family […]
Events📅 Sun, Nov 1
50-plus holiday events: a November guide to Metro Detroit
The holiday magic is here! From dazzling Christmas lights and festive tree lighting ceremonies to holiday markets, parades and magical family experiences, November is the perfect time to kick off […]
Events📅 Tue, Nov 3
Election Day, Nov. 3: 12 places to take the kids while school's out
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and if your kids have the day off school, it’s the perfect opportunity to plan a family adventure! Whether you’re looking for an […]
Events
Early birds: 10 Metro Detroit play spaces open before 10 a.m.
If your kids are ready to play before you’ve even finished your first cup of coffee, you’re not alone! When little ones wake up bright and early, finding somewhere to […]
Events📅 Fri, Oct 30
Holiday lights: 10 Metro Detroit destinations for the season
From sparkling zoo trails and immersive winter light shows to charming Christmas villages and beloved community traditions, these festive family outings make the season unforgettable. The holiday season is full […]
Events
Heidelberg Project: a 40th anniversary gala
The post The Heidelberg Project’s 40th Anniversary Gala appeared first on Hour Detroit Magazine.
Arts
Techno vs. house: Detroit and Chicago's shared electronic roots
Who does it better? Chicago House or Detroit Techno? The post House vs. Techno, Is the Chicago-Detroit Rivalry Real? | CuriosiD appeared first on WDET 101.9 FM.
Theatre📅 Fri, Oct 23
Maybe Happy Ending: Tony winning robot musical, Fisher Theatre through Nov. 1
What does it mean to be human? A simple question to answer in just under two hours, no? Maybe Happy Ending, the tender robot love story that earned six Tony […] The post Love, Loss, and All That Jazz: ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ Charms and Challenges at the Fisher Theatre appeared first…
Theatre
Now playing: Eureka Day closes its run this weekend
The leaves might be falling, but stages are full of new plays, musicals, concerts, and more. This week's Rundown is filled with options just for you! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Good News
Frederick Douglass Academy: wins a global GIS award
From drone technology to college credits, Frederick Douglass Academy is preparing Detroit students for the future through an award-winning STEM program gaining national and international attention.
News📅 Fri, Oct 23
Claude VonStroke: 20 years of 'Beware of the Bird,' on vinyl now
When any piece of art survives 20 years, it’s worth celebrating. That’s how Claude VonStroke (born Barclay Crenshaw) is feeling about his debut album, Beware of the Bird, which turns […] The post Claude VonStroke Reflects on 20 Years of ‘Beware of the Bird’ appeared first on Hour…
Events📅 Thu, Nov 12
Downtown Detroit: free holiday activities start Nov. 11
Looking for FREE holiday fun in Metro Detroit? Downtown Detroit is getting ready to sparkle with festive family activities, holiday markets, cozy winter hangouts and plenty of photo-worthy moments! From […]
Good News
Veterans Village: opens in Southfield for homeless veterans
SOUTHFIELD — A place designed to give veterans facing homelessness a place to call their own has officially opened in Southfield, with the goal of welcoming its first tenants within two weeks. Veterans Village is located at 25100 Northwestern Highway in what used to be a hotel. T…
Food & Drink📅 Sat, Oct 24
Halloween dining deals: Ann Arbor restaurants, through Oct. 31
Halloween Dining Deals and Special Halloween Treats return to Ann Arbor Restaurants for 2026. Some deals and treats last all month or all week, while others are just on Halloween. We will continue to update our list through Halloween. But. we definitely have the kids eat free on…
Events
Trunk-or-treats: multiple dates coming to Southfield
SOUTHFIELD — Families, grab a bucket or pillowcase to collect candy and other goodies from any of these upcoming trunk-or-treat events. The post Upcoming trunk or treats to take place in Southfield first appeared on C & G Newspapers.
Theatre📅 Thu, Oct 22
The Complete Works of Shakespeare: 90 minutes, Birmingham, Nov. 6 to 22
If you’re tired of all the impending doom and gloom of today’s news, then it’s time to take a break from the real world and spend 90 minutes with the zany, crazy, hilarious chaos of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again] on stage November 6 - 22, 2…
Food & Drink
Los Gallos Cocina Mexicana: tacos and birria in Clawson
Publisher Crystal Proxmire is on a quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County, and to share that flavorful adventure with you! The post Oakland County Restaurant Quest: Los Gallos Cocina Mexicana in Clawson appeared first on Oakland County Times.
Food & Drink📅 Thu, Nov 26
Ann Arbor Thanksgiving: where to order dinner this year
Have you checked out our amazing guide for Ann Arbor Thanksgiving Dinner 2026? . Our list of where to get Thanksgiving Dinner near Ann Arbor 2026 includes full feasts, a la carte items, just turkeys, and individual plates. We also have a list of who is offering alternate entrees…
Events
Mushroom Park: a playground built from a fallen oak
Looking for a fun outdoor adventure for kids in Ann Arbor, Michigan? Mushroom Park is a neighborhood park that offers families a chance to get outside, explore, and enjoy a […]
Events
The Grove: a new indoor play cafe opens in Ann Arbor
Looking for a fun new place for kids to climb, slide, explore and PLAY? The Grove Indoor Play & Café is a family-friendly destination in Ann Arbor where little ones […]
Events📅 Fri, Oct 23
Trick-or-Treat in The Village: Grosse Pointe, Oct. 30
CITY OF GROSSE POINTE — Breaking slightly from tradition, Trick-or-Treat in The Village this year will fall on the day before Halloween. “It was moved to Friday to coincide with the kids being in school and when they have a half day,” said Cindy Willcock, executive director of Ma…
Good News
Grosse Pointe firefighters: bikes delivered by firetruck
Three lucky kids in the City of Grosse Pointe knew they won new bikes courtesy of the public safety department, but had no idea those bikes would be delivered to their homes last week via firetruck. While the parents of 3-year-old Aria Spayth elected to pick up her bike from the…
Arts
Jessica Care Moore: new album, exhibit opens at RED museum
Listen to “In the Groove” with Ryan Patrick Hooper weekdays from noon-3 p.m. ET on 101.9 WDET. The post In The Groove: Jessica Care Moore shares music and poems from ‘The House That Poems Built’ appeared first on WDET 101.9 FM.
Good News
A Detroit-style pizza spot: named among the best in America
This place is on a list with pizza spots all over the country, including in New York City, Connecticut, Chicago and Los Angeles.
Events📅 Sat, Oct 24
Pontiac Creative Arts Center: silent auction fundraiser Nov. 7
The fundraiser offers an opportunity to enjoy an evening of art and community while supporting improvements that will make the arts center more accessible. The post Pontiac Creative Arts Center Hosting Silent Auction Fundraiser Nov. 7 appeared first on Oakland County Times.