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!
Hillel Day School - Spring Shopping Event | Wednesday,
May 6
Becca
and Rachel Schostak will be on hand from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Guys N Gals for a
day of shopping for a cause. New 2015 spring and summer merchandise will be out
for shoppers, who will receive 10% off all purchases. Hillel Day School of
Metro Detroit will receive 10% of sales from the shopping event.
Fashion 411 Speaker
Series | Thursday, May 6
Are
you interested in getting a leg up on the competition? Then check out to the
Fashion 411 speaker series happening from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Runway Lansing.
Learning from others is critical to success, and this speaker series is
designed to motivate, inspire and teach. This event will highlight Shinola’s
Vice President of Leather, who will share her stories of failures and successes.
Runway
Lansing is located at 300 South Washington Square, Suite 100, in Lansing.
Jump-Start Your Art!
Networking Happy Hour | Thursday, May 7
If
you’re an artist looking to get a jump-start on your creative goals, then come
to MotorCity Wine from 6 to 8 p.m. to mix and mingle with other Detroit artists
and experts. Enjoy wine, food, good conversation and, of course, artist
resources. Allied Media Projects, Forward Arts, Fractured Atlas, Network of
Ensemble Theaters, and Sidewalk Festival of Performing Arts have come together
to put on this fantastic networking event for the arts.
MotorCity
Wine is located at 1949 Michigan Ave., in Detroit.
Lake Orion Flower and
Art Fair | Friday, May 8 through Saturday, May 9
Kick
off the summer season with The 15th Annual Lake Orion Flower and Art
Fair. Returning Friday, May 8, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, May 9 from
9 a.m. to 6 p.m., this fair is the perfect place to enjoy the weather, browse
beautiful flowers and garden products and seeing an outdoor art gallery all in
the streets on downtown Lake Orion. It’s a great place to do a little Mother’s
Day shopping in the sun, or if you already have a gift, spend time with your
mom and enjoy the scenery.
Spring Market 2015 |
Saturday, May 9
Come
out and support local makers at the Spring Market from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at
Always Brewing Detroit. Trish’s Garage, Garden Harvest Soaps, 313 Detroit
Cakes, and Motor City Popcorn are just a few of the 15 local companies who will
be selling their wares at the market. This is a perfect place to find gifts for
loved ones, or treat yourself.
Always
Brewing Detroit is located at 19180 Grand River Ave., in Detroit.
Spring into Belle Isle
Gala | Saturday, May 9
Celebrate
spring with Belle Isle’s annual gala from 5 to 11 p.m. at Dossin Great Lakes Museum. Enjoy refreshing
cocktails, a strolling dinner and outstanding entertainment while taking a stroll
down memory lane and celebrate Belle Isle’s rich history and exciting future.
For more information or to purchase tickets for the event, visit the DetroitHistorical Society.
Dossin
Great Lakes Museum is located at 100 The Strand, in Detroit.
Expressions Spring
Fashion Show | Saturday, May 9
The
WSU Fashion Design & Merchandising Organization presents Expressions Spring
2015 Fashion Show at the Charles H. Wright Museum. Enjoy a beautiful fashion
show full of fresh talent. Doors open at 6 p.m., the show starts at 7 p.m., and
the tickets are $15 for general admission.
The
Charles H. Wright Museum is located at 315 E. Warren Ave., in Detroit.
The Whiskey Rebellion
III | Monday, May 11
Join
hosts Bailout Productions for the 3rd Annual Whiskey Rebellion from
6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the new Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails. Live music by
Shine on Kentucky Moon, will be the marvelous background to a showcase of
whiskey cocktails and craft beer.
Chartreuse
Kitchen & Cocktails is located on E. Kirby, Suite D, in Detroit.
