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MEDC Awards Micro-Grants To 70 Southeast Michigan Small Businesses

Sometimes a little money invested in the right place goes a long way. On Wednesday, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Citizens Bank announced the next round of recipients of their micro-grant program. The $175,000 of grant money will be distributed to Eastern Market and 70 local small business in Southeast Michigan, to help them make the necessary purchases to expand their business or improve efficiency. The funds will be used for a variety of small business needs su...

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QUICK TIP: See Detroit Like Never Before With These Great Walking Tours

At Daily Detroit we’re always on the lookout fun things to do around town, and we recently stumbled on something that everyone from long time residents to visitors will enjoy. Founded in 2007 Linda Yellin created Feet on the Street Tours as a way to introduce – or reintroduce – visitors and residents to the City of Detroit with her unique and engaging walking tours. While they’ve been around for a few years, it’s possible you’ve not yet had the chance to give these great tours a shot, so we...

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These 18 Amazing Street Murals In Detroit Rival Anything In The World

The creative spirit is alive and well in the Motor City. Detroit is an appealing place for many street artists and a place to go if you want to make something amazing. Murals In The Market happened happened last fall and the results are breathtaking. 45 artists applied their skills to the walls of Detroit’s historic Eastern Market area, and you could feel the good energy when we spent the afternoon photographing them and talking to various artists. Detroiters of all kinds could be see taking...

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Murals In The Market Kicks Off This Weekend

Beginning this Thursday night, Eastern Market will be transformed by the talented hands of a slew of local and national artists. The first ever Murals in the Market festival is a nine-day event that invites 45 local and national artists to create large-scale street art in Eastern Market. The first edition of the highly anticipated festival aims to highlight the role that murals play in revitalizing Detroit, and will help make Eastern Market a must-see destination for both Detroit residents a...

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The Detroit Om: You Shop, They Give

How could those two things possibly be combined into one: A bustling and energetic city and the sound of the universe paired with tranquility. With the beginning and end of a yoga class, every voice makes up that one harmonious sound; each individual noise intertwines and unites all in the room. Similarly, the Detroit Om does just that. Uniting Detroiters and creating a better tomorrow for the growth of a city on the rise. According to Breathe in Detroit owner Cynda D’Hondt, “It’s all Detroi...

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Not Your Grandma's Flea Market to Take Over Russell Street This Weekend

With your typical assortment of attic treasures, knickknacks, fresh fruits and vegetables, Eastern Market is the go-to for perfect summer afternoons. However, shoppers, both regular and new, are in for a treat as the flea market takes on a different form for the Weekend of August 15-16. 50 unique vendors will be showcased at the indoor flea market adjoining the Detroit Mercantile Company where atypical items including artwork, jewelry, antiques, and more will be on sale in addition to the usua...

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Bert’s Warehouse is Staying, At Least Until 2017

A Detroit icon is sticking around. Although the building leased by Bert’s Warehouse sold for $1.985 million in an online auction. However, Bert’s, a popular jazz bar and soul food restaurant that doubles as a concert venue, will remain where it is. The building at 2727 Russell Street is currently owned by Simon Group Holdings – 2727 Russell LLC. It’s registered to Edwin Herbert in Birmingham. The company bought the building from Bert Dearing, owner of Bert’s Warehouse, when he lost it in a for...

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Micro Grants To Create Jobs And Help Local Food Businesses Grow

When you have a business, every little bit helps. Citizens Bank, Eastern Market Corporation, and Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) announced the latest round of micro grants through Eastern Market to support food-based small businesses in Metro Detroit. The grant funds include $60,000 from Citizens Bank and $150,000 from MEDC. Citizens Bank funding is through its Growing Communities program, which focuses on job creation by leveraging Michigan’s agricultural industry. “Our G...

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Things To Do In Detroit: Your City 5 For The Weekend Of June 12-14

The weekend is finally here! Friday: Detroit Zumba All Stars at Eastern Market – What better way to start the weekend then with a little bit of fitness and socializing at Eastern Market. This Friday the Detroit Zumba All Stars are going to be hosting an enriching outdoor Zumba experience at the Eastern Market from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. This will all be held under Shed 3 in the Market area, and will be offering opportunities to shop from vendors, learn different fitness demonstrations, and much mo...

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10 Family Things To Do In Metro Detroit Now That It's Warm Out

The outdoor season has finally started! The sun is out. The birds are back. The days are gorgeous, and the kids are getting restless. Entertain your precious balls of energy by taking them out and about the city this Spring and Summer. Rediscover Detroit and create wonderful family memories. Here are 10 fun family things to do in Detroit to get you started. Visit the Detroit Zoo Kick off the season with a roar at the Detroit Zoo. The zoo offers plenty of neat opportunities for kids and a...

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Eastern Market’s Shed 5 Renovations Revealed

$8.5 million has been put into renovating Shed 5 at Detroit’s Eastern market, and it was unveiled to the public on Saturday May 2. The building required structural and mechanical upgrades, but the renovations also included the addition of a community kitchen, an indoor event space, and an outdoor plaza. The much anticipated community kitchen will offer rentable, commercial space for start-ups, established chefs, businesses, and the public. In addition to offering a venue to prepare food for ev...

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Meet The Gumbo Guy

Strolling through Eastern Market’s Shed #3 I noticed a man sitting at a plastic chair at a plastic table with an umbrella over it. It was a little peculiar, I thought, having the umbrellas over the tables indoors. The man, wearing a knit cap, was by himself eating steaming soup out of a styrofoam bowl, intermittently adding oyster crackers, obviously enjoying it. “The Gumbo,”  said the customer with a full mouth… “It’s excellent.” My brother and I purchased a bowl of the piping hot Gumbo at...

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Tomo's Coffee On A Bicycle Cart Will Be Coming To A Farmers Market Near You Thanks To Kickstarter Success

At first blush, coffee on bicycle cart sounds a little crazy (and tasty), but it’s coming to Metro Detroit thanks to a popular online crowdfunding campaign. Tomo Coffee Company has surpassed their $7000 Kickstarter goal by more than $1,000 for a custom-made bike cart. The unique bike will transport a cold brew keg and tap system to sell ready-to-drink 16-ounce cups of coffee for $3 to $4. Business partners Kara Eggebrecht, Wesley Eggebrecht and Alex Mackenzie were able to reach their goal...

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Your Guide to Eastern Market: Winter Edition

Looking for a place where you can get quality local produce and handmade crafts? Head over to Eastern Market. Located just north of Gratiot near downtown, Detroit’s most diverse marketplace has been in business since 1891. Visiting the area during the Saturday Market is a unique experience that the entire family can enjoy, even in the winter months. Getting There There’s no need to wake up early to visit the Saturday Market; however, if you want to beat the rush, you can start shopping as e...

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J.P. Morgan Chase Sending Staff to Help Nonprofits Help Detroit

Remember when J.P.Morgan Chase announced back in May that it would be committing $100 million to Detroit? Well they are now rolling out the programs that are part of that commitment.  They announced a 5 year program that sends teams of employees to Detroit to help nonprofits bust blight, aid community development, and spur small-business growth. The program is called the “Detroit Service Corps” and it will be deploying teams of employees to support projects at Eastern Market, Focus: Hope, Mich...