Do It: This Weekend’s Fashion, Beauty and Style Events that Are Not To Be Missed

This weekend is chock-full of fun and fashionable things to do, so if you’re itching to hit the town, these events will keep you busy!

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VLNTNSDYMRKT 4 | Friday, February 12

Pot & Box is hosting the 4th annual indie valentine’s market from 6 to 10 p.m. at Jam Handy, and it's packed full with local handmade items that are perfect for your whomever your Valentine(s) is this year. While browsing through unique, local items at the market, enjoy live music, cocktails served up by Nick Drinks and dinner cooked by Katoi. The event is free and open to the public, for more information, www.vlntnsdaymrket.com.

Jam Handy is located at 2900 East Grand Blvd., in Detroit.

PLAYGROUND Presents: Patrick Ethen | Friday, February 12

PLAYGROUND DETROIT presents Patrick Ethen's first solo exhibition from 6 to 9 p.m. at PLAYGROUND DETROIT. Patrick Ethen is an artist and designer whose work has been seen as large installation sculptures at Detroit’s world famous music festival, Movement. Patrick Ethen's work reflects vision: light, motion and music, with using light, motion and music it stimulates the eye. For more information, visit www.patrickethen.com.

PLAYGROUND DETROIT is located at 1535 6^th St., in Detroit.

2016 - Annual Downtown Detroit "Meridian Winter Blast" | Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14

The Annual Downtown Detroit Meridian Winter Blast even is back from Friday to Sunday this weekend at Campus Martius. Free ice skating, cool ice sculptures, marshmallow roasting, a giant ice slide and other types of entertainment will be happening all weekend. Over 50 acts will be performing on two different stages placed around the event, and make sure you come hungry because a Taste of Detroit food tent will have local restaurants, stores and artisans on hand for you to grab a snack. This is a family-friendly event, so bring the little ones to play in the special kids zone complete with a warming station. For more information, head over to the official Meridian Winter Blast website, www.winterblast.com.

   

Wine and Chocolate Pairing | Saturday, February 13

Can you think of a better combination then wine and chocolate? No, we couldn't either. Celebrate Valentine's Day with your best girlfriends or that special some one with a wine and dessert pairing of your dreams at Brix. White, dark, and milk chocolate desserts will be paired with different wines, so while you enjoy the pairing, don't forget to take notes! Tickets are $28 but limited, so head over to Eventbrite to get yours today.

Brix is located at 7968 Kercheval Ave., in Detroit.

Open City Detroit - Location, Location, Location | Monday, February 15

Open City is a forum to bring small business together, whether they are just getting started or already established. This month's discussion will focus on locating commercial space for your business and cutting through the red tape. Lisa Berden, Senior Attorney at Miller Canfield; Steve Ogden, Director of Real Estate Development for Bedrock Real Estate Services; and James Feagin, Outreach Manager for Motor City Match are the featured panelists for the evening with KiKi Louya of The Farmer's Hand moderating the evening. The event is free, and open to the public.   

Cliff Bells is located at 2030 Park Ave., in Detroit.