Thursday, June 29, 2017

Do It: This Weekend's Style, Beauty and Fashion Events That are Not to Be Missed

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

Photo c/o Thrift World Facebook
Thrift World | Thursday, June 29
From 6 to 11 p.m., enjoy BBQ food, drinks, music, and of course, all the vintage clothes your heart desires. There will be women's and men's high-end vintage wear, unique thrifted finds, era-specific items, vintage sports and street wear, accessories, brand new Simplified Clothing, and more! This is definitely a shopping event you don't want to miss.

This event is located at 1480 Gratiot Ave., in Detroit.

Night at the Museum: Intro to European Modern Art | Friday, June 30
The DIA is hosting an event to bring together young professionals in an art-enthused setting for "A Night in the Museum." This quarterly event increases awareness of exhibits/programs at the DIA and creates a culture of new art enthusiasts in Metro Detroit. The first installment of this mixer gives an introduction to European Modern Art by curator Jill Shaw. There will also be live music by blues singer Thornetta Davis and a cash bar in the Kresge Court. This is a free event from 6 to 10 p.m., but make sure to register here.

The DIA is located at 5200 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

Michigan Rib Fest 2017 | Friday, June 30 through Sunday, July 2
All weekend, everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy the best BBQ from across the state in Downtown Royal Oak! Aside from BBQ and other food, there will be multiple stages for music, a kids zone and yummy drinks. There will be a $3 entry fee, and for more information, click here.

Drop-In Indigo Dye Workshop | Saturday, July 1
A Wool Story is hosting a pop-up workshop at Eldorado General Store from 2 to 5 p.m. to learn all about Indigo dyeing and Japanese shibori techniques. Cotton bandanas will be provided, but feel free to bring your own white shirts or light colored garments. You'll also bring home instructions to recreate the designs in your own home. It's $40 and there is no limit to how many people can come.

Eldorado General Store is located at 1700 Michigan Ave., in Detroit.

Uptown Toast | Saturday, July 1
The monthly wine social "Uptown Toast" is back at the Livernois "Pop Up" Shop from 4 to 8 p.m. for great wines and great times. Sample wines from around the world and shop from great artisan vendors. You can also explore all the Livernois has to offer.

Livernois "Pop Up" Shop is located at 19410 Livernois Ave., in Detroit.

Eastern Market Bike Tour | Saturday, July 1
From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., explore Detroit on a bike ride starting at the RiverWalk, then to the Dequindre Cut, and then through Eastern Market. This tour will include information on the area's history and current development plans. You'll also get the chance to see the district's magnificent murals and do some shopping. Depending on time, the tour will also stop in Lafayette Park on the way back, which is home to the largest grouping of Mies van der Rohe buildings in the world. This tour is $30, or $40 with a bike rental, and you can purchase tickets and see the rest of the tour schedule here. The tour will start and finish at Wheelhouse Detroit Bike Shop.

Wheelhouse Detroit Bike Shop is located at 1340 Atwater St., in Detroit.

La La Land | Sunday, July 2
So Long Sunday will be closing out its bicentennial themed "City of Stars" season with a showing of the Oscar and Golden Globe-winning film, La La Land, starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. The movie starts at 10 p.m. at the Rackham Stage.

Rackham Stage is located at 915 E. Washington St., in Ann Arbor.

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