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.

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Female Entrepreneurs Masterminds | Thursday, June 15
The SheHive female entrepreneurs masterminds group is a place for like-minded women to share goals and resources, network, and receive feedback. If you have a business or are thinking of starting one, this is a great group for you to get involved in. Your first meeting is always free, and if you decide to join, it's $20 a month for a six month commitment. This meeting is from 6 to 7 p.m.

SheHive is located at 1840 Hilton Rd. #101, in Ferndale.

Brews, BBQ, Bourbon 2017 - Ferndale | Friday, June 16 through Sunday, June 18
All weekend 9 mile will be transformed into a festival celebrating cold brews, mouthwatering BBQ, smooth and smokey bourbon and great music! There will be a wide variety of craft beers, BBQ and other food vendors, bourbon and an awesome band line-up. For more information and times, click here. This is a free event for all ages!

Sip & Shoot | Friday, June 16
Join Bamboo Detroit and Photo Sensei to learn about the art of cellphone photography while enjoying complimentary drinks and refreshments. You'll get the chance to capture amazing images of the city's landscapes while trying to win prizes and competing with your friends for the best shots. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased here. This event is from 6 to 9 p.m.

Bamboo Detroit is located at 1420 Washington Blvd. #301 in Detroit.

Zingerman's Creamery Gelato Parlor Pop-Up | Saturday, June 17
Zingerman's Creamery will be hosting a gelato pop-up shop at Gayle's Chocolates from 3 to 8 p.m. There will be a variety of flavors, including everything from dark chocolate to seasonal coconut macaroon. There will also be live music! If you can't make it to this event, Gayle's already hand-scoops and sells Zingerman's gelato.

Gayle's Chocolates is located at 417 S. Washington Ave., in Royal Oak.

Cheese + Cocktails on Father's Day | Sunday, June 18
Come out to Detroit City Distillery from noon to 6 p.m. for a Father's Day filled with drinking bourbon and eating cheese. There will be a variety of cheeses and chocolates, as well as a flight of 5 mini cocktails paired with different cheeses.

Detroit City Distillery is located at 2462 Riopelle St., in Detroit.

Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: Contemporary Art at the DIA | Sunday, June 18
Laurie Ann Farrell, curator of contemporary art at the DIA, will be sharing highlights from her 20-year career in the arts and discussing her vision of contemporary art at the DIA from 4 to 5 p.m. This talk is free for Wayne, Oakland and Macomb county residents.

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

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.

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Go Red Premiere Party | Wednesday, February 8
Join FOX 2's Maurielle Lue and Go Red for women in heart disease at William Beaumont Hospital for a free event presented by the American Heart Association. From 6 to 8 p.m. there will be sales of red accessories, fitness demonstrations, makeup tips and tricks from Macy's, health screenings, the Detroit Heart Walk and a casting call for the AHA National Go Red for Women Spokeswomen. There is no registration required but to donate, click here.

William Beaumont Hospital is located at 3601 W. Thirteen Mile Rd., in Royal Oak.


Porter Release Party by Gayle's Chocolates and Lily's Seafood | Friday, February 10
Gayle's Chocolates and Lily's Seafood have come together to create a Gayle's Chocolates Porter made with 100% cocoa. To celebrate the release, they're hosting a tasting party to sample this delectable new brew. This event will go from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Gayle's Chocolates is located at 417 S. Washington Ave., in Royal Oak.


Valentine's Weekend Duo Deal | Friday, February 10 through Sunday, February 12
Celebrate Valentine's Day early with all Michigan by the Bottle Tasting Room locations by bringing in your significant other, friend, relative, a random stranger or whoever you want to get in on their duo deal! There is an early bird package from noon to 6 p.m., which is $40 for two mini flights, two special pours, a cheese and charcuterie board, and nuts and crackers to share. There is also an after hours package from 6 to 10 p.m., which is $50 for the same items in the early bird package, plus two $5 bottle credits toward take-home wine purchases. There are no reservations required.

Michigan by the Bottle Tasting Room has locations in Royal Oak, Auburn Hills and Shelby
Township.


Snow Me the Love 2017 | Saturday, February 11
Come out to Downtown Romeo from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a day of family fun! There will be a "Golden Ticket" Candy Bar drawing, which will raise money to help send packages overseas to our military with a grand prize of $500, various raffles, a playing of a special movie for kids at River of God Church, face painters and balloon twisters, a bake sale, free horse and carriage rides, a fortune teller, a marshmallow snowman building project for kids, and guided tours of the Clock Tower at the First Methodist Church and the Bancroft-Stranaham Museum.


Galentine's Day at Green Daffodill | Saturday, February 11
All ladies, come out from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to celebrate girl power, love and friendship at Green Daffodill. There will be guest artists, snacks and vintage cocktails. There will also be a limited edition candle made for the day! Bring all the girl friends you have!

Green Daffodill is located at 624 Livernois St., in Ferndale.


Valentine's Day Cookie Decorating Class | Sunday, February 12
Do you want to make homemade treats for Valentine's Day? Come out to Good Cakes and Bakes for a class that will teach you how to decorate cookies. Just come to the class and everything will be provided. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased here.

Good Cakes and Bakes is located at 19363 Livernois St., in Detroit.

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.

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Designer Happy Hour with Betabrand | Thursday, January 26
Liz Rossof, director of Betabrand's Think Tank, is coming to Detroit is the New Black in hopes of finding designers to feature on Betabrand in February! This event will also be hosted by your's truly. Betabrand will give a presentation at 7 p.m. (the event starts at 6 p.m.) on their platform, and we'll be discussing our plans for 2017. This night will also be the perfect chance to network with fellow Detroit designers and learn how to grow your brand better. All Detroit designers and design thinkers are welcome to come. You can register for the event here.

Detroit is the New Black is located at 1426 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

H2SAS Entrepreneur Panel: Self-Care, Startups and Mindfulness | Thursday, January 26
When starting businesses, people oftentimes are only worried about growing it and making it successful. So much so that they may neglect to take care of themselves. This panel at Bamboo Detroit will help you realize that health is our greatest asset and without it we can't succeed. From 6:15 to 8:30 p.m., there will be a panel discussion, Q&A, and a group meditation. For a full list of panelists and registration, click here.

Bamboo Detroit is located at 1420 Washington Blvd., in Detroit.

ART SEEN: Coffee, Tea, Chocolate | Thursday, January 26
The DIA's Founders Junior Council is presenting an exclusive sensory experience held in the Kresge Reception area in the DIA. It will be catered by Eli Tea, Germack Coffee, Mindo Chocolate and Unity Vibrations. This will go from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Tickets are required, and you can purchase them here.

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

Cheese Pop-up: Part Thrice | Saturday, January 28
Gayle's Chocolates and Zach Berg of Berg's Provisions is coming back for the third time to give you the best cheeses and chocolates. Whether you are looking for something for a Super Bowl party or planning on giving the best Valentine's Day gift, they have the goods for you. There will be a variety of cheeses, snack mixes, bulk chocolates and more! This will be happening all day from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Gayle's Chocolates is located at 417 S. Washington Ave., in Royal Oak.

Indulgence Event 2017 | Saturday, January 28
The sweetest party in town is happening from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. You'll have the chance to sample over 100 sweets and cocktails! Detroit's favorite cover band, Cosmic Groove, will also be performing. To purchase tickets and view the different packages offered, click here. This is the perfect event to get you into the Valentine's Day mood.

The Royal Oak Farmers Market is located at 316 E. 11 Mile Rd., in Royal Oak.

Blake's Chili Cook-Off | Saturday, January 28
Nothing is more perfect on a cold, winter day like homemade chili, drinks, music and a good time. From 1 to 4 p.m. chili will be served, followed by the judging. Live music will go from 1 to 9 p.m. in the tasting room. Tickets are $14 and will give you two drinks tickets and ten chili tickets.

Blake's Farms are located at 17985 Armada Center Rd., in Armada.

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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Financial Well-Being for Women | Wednesday, July 8

Come out for an empowering seminar for women, which educates women financially, and discuesses the financial challenges unique to women while empowering them. Join associates from Morgan Stanley and Pax World Management as they host the night's events starting at 6 p.m. at Aspen Restaurant. RSVP to Blake McLellan at 313.642.5911.

Aspen Restaurant is located at 20333 Hall Rd., in Macomb.

Dearborn Jazz on the Ave Music Series | Wednesday, July 8 to Wednesday, August 12

Every Wednesday starting July 8 up until August 12, come out and listen to the soothing sounds of jazz music. There will be a host of different musicians performing, and the list includes Marc Antoine, Charles & Gwen Scales, 496 West, and many other performers. The music series takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. in east downtown Dearborn.

Detroit Speaks: Laura Mott | Wednesday, July 8

Laura Mott, Curator of Contemporary Art and Design at Cranbrook Art Museum will be at MOCAD at 7 p.m. to discuss her discoveries in and explorations of the Detroit art world. MOCAD Curator of Public Programs and moderator Greg Baise will join her for the evening’s discussion.

Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) is located at 4454 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

July Drinks by Design | Thursday, July 9

Drinks by Design is celebrating all things architecture FROM 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Carr Center. The night kicks off with a little live music, and guests can enjoy an architectural exhibit titled “Nice Outfits.” Take a step inside of The Carr Center as they host a gallery reception, or head upstairs as Drinks by Design and Pecha Kucha Detroit host a night with eight presenters discussing all-things architecture. Admission is free, but guests need to register on Eventbrite.

The Carr Center is located at 311 East Grand River Ave., in Detroit.

Chocolates and Networking Business Exchange | Thursday, July 9

Adra Young host of Detroit’s Cooks and Book Show will be airing her show live from 5 to 8 p.m. at Gayle’s Chocolates for a networking event sure to trigger your taste buds. Mix, mingle and exchange business cards with other business professionals to get your business known and potentially meet someone who could help you or vice versa. Don’t forget to purchase a couple of sweet treats before you leave!

Gayle’s Chocolates is located at 417 S Washington, in Royal Oak.

13^th Annual Michigan Lavender Festival | Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12

If you have a love for lavender and being outdoors, you’re not going to want to miss the 13^th Annual Michigan Lavender Festival starting at 10 a.m., Friday through Sunday. Workshops, cooking, demonstrations, and much more will be available to enjoy, along with all of the lovely lavender at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill. Admission is $6 for adults, and children under 12 are free, and the admission includes seating to all the demonstrations and classes.

Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill is located at 17985 Armada Center Rd, in Armada.