Necessity is said to the mother of invention, in this case, it has brought two of our favorite brands together in the first ever co-branded Applebee’s – IHOP restaurant. When the Courtyard by Mariott approached Team Schostak about opening an Applebee’s in their hotel, situated in the heart of Detroit, the hotel had one stipulation, the menu must include breakfast. Since…
At a spot where Detroit’s home baseball team once played now stands the first units of a modular mix-use property known as The Corner. At the intersection of Trumbull and Michigan Avenue, the modular apartments are starting to take shape. The U.S. construction and real estate market has been getting stronger in recent years. In 2016, the construction market alone…
“Rainbow City Roller Rink is an inflatable wonderland- turned-roller skating rink designed by acclaimed artist duo FriendsWithYou. Set inside 1001 Woodward Avenue and overlooking Campus Martius Park, the installation brings a colorful and whimsical experience to Downtown Detroit. The project is produced by Library Street Collective and supported by Bedrock Detroit and the Quicken Loans Community Fund.” My family and…
As a first year member of the Detroit Zoo, I was excited to learn the zoo would be open all year round! Considering the mild winter we have had so far, I took the opportunity to head out with my toddler and see what we could see. I was pleasantly surprised! Excluding the lion and black bear, many animals were…
Going to Campus Martius Park and Cadillac Square in the winter is a magical experience. There is so much to see and do throughout the season. You don’t want to miss out. Campus Martius Park is located in the heart of Downtown Detroit at 800 Woodward Ave. The 2.5-acre park is an amazing outdoor venue that features a beautiful fountain,…
Belle Isle Beach is located on the north shore of Belle Isle. The Detroit Beach offers nearby restrooms, concessions, & parking.
A budding fashion designer from Detroit has captured the attention of the major toy company Mattel. Nine-year-old Neveah Woods has been designing and making clothes for her dolls since the age of five and has since transformed her hobby into a business. Woods would make doll clothes out of household items like ribbons and socks to coordinate her dolls’ outfits…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan (BGCSM) announced they will join forces Ponyride, the small business incubator located in Detroit to offer approximately 20,000 square feet of co-working and manufacturing space across three locations in Detroit and Highland Park.
Four nonprofits join to provide the community with STEAM Summer Camp in a Bag, free online classes and educational materials for Detroit families!
