Hair, particularly among black women, has long been a cultural symbol of pride and beauty, but sometimes a source of consumer frustration. Even in an era of products and services for virtually every style from natural to extravagant weave, many Detroiters struggle to find affordable shops that don’t consume massive amounts of their time and […]
Small businesses can mean big business for Detroit. The city has increasingly proven fertile ground for entrepreneurs to pursue their visions in everything from restaurant and boutique ownership to opening bookstores and repair shops. Presented by Fifth Third Bank, the Small Business Workshop will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 3 at […]
For multiple decades and generations Danto Furniture has been a staple in Southwest Detroit and the company will recognize its success March 24 – although 78 years isn’t a typical milestone. “I know it’s an odd number to celebrate, but every year is another triumph for us,” says Ashley Danto Silverman, sales director and fourth-generation […]
There are comic book characters with traits like real human mental and physical health conditions as traits, but not many use disabilities, disorders or gender identity as super powers. A Detroit publishing company’s new comic, The Xtras: Forces of Courage and Change, uses heroes to help reduce society’s stigmas. The idea by Eunice Howard inspired […]
Fashion Savvy blogger Tamela Tatum loves vintage. Her desire to collect the stylish coats and handbags of yore is so strong that on a recent trip to Lansing to visit a client, Tatum vowed to hit every Salvation Army and thrift shop on the two-hour trip from Detroit. The 41-year-old fashionista is the founder of […]
Sunday dinner is a long-established tradition in countless American households, and now a downtown Detroit small business is inviting the community to its version of the favorite family meal. House of Pure Vin recently announced its “Last Sunday Supper Pure Vin Experience” series, welcoming the city to enjoy creations by local chefs, combined with wine […]
A west side community known for its attractive homes and support of small businesses is adding a creative community venue to its landscape. The Grand River Annex & Norwest Gallery of Art will welcome visitors to its grand opening at 19556 Grand River in Detroit from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10. Supported by […]
Something was calling Jay Rayford back to the city after living in different states for several years. Even with a professional job in electrical engineering, he had to return home. Social Sushi – a pop-up that brought sushi to various social and networking events – was Rayford’s gift to Detroit. The business went on to […]
From where Khary Frazier stands, Detroit’s erupting with creativity that seems to be oozing out just about everywhere and, sometimes, where you’d least expect to see it. The singer, business owner and innovator is among those small businesses forging ahead and, in many regards, leading the pack. Frazier runs Detroit is Different, an online magazine […]
It’s 10 a.m. on a Monday in the New Center area of Detroit. Woodward Avenue is nearly clear in the block that crosses West Grand Boulevard, and many of the businesses have yet to open. In the midst of the newer shops – some selling Muslim hijabs, others selling clothing or food – there is […]