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One Detroit Weekend: March 15, 2024

One Detroit Weekend: March 15, 2024

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend and more in Detroit this weekend. See the Trinity Irish Dance group perform, enjoy some Irish food specials and live music, or pair a craft beer with science at the Brewsology Beer Fest. Plus, there’s “The Cher Show,” at the Fisher Theatre, Dog Dayze on the Farm at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill and more. See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Schoolcraft vs. Dust: Residents raise concerns over air quality, living conditions on Detroit’s west side

Schoolcraft vs. Dust: Residents raise concerns over air quality, living conditions on Detroit’s west side

A concrete crushing company started operating in Detroit’s Schoolcraft neighborhood a few years ago to the surprise of many people living nearby. Residents have raised concerns over air quality and living conditions from the concrete dust created from the site. One Detroit’s Bill Kubota and contributor Nicole Macdonald talk with residents about their concerns with heavy industry in the area.

Schoolcraft residents vs. dust, Grow Detroit’s Young Talent, St. Patrick’s Day events | One Detroit

Schoolcraft residents vs. dust, Grow Detroit’s Young Talent, St. Patrick’s Day events | One Detroit

Detroit residents fight against heavy industry and concrete dust affecting air quality and living conditions in the Schoolcraft neighborhood. Grow Detroit’s Young Talent summer jobs program returns for its 10th year to recruit and employ thousands of Detroit teens and young adults. Plus, find ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and more around Detroit on “One Detroit Weekend.”

New Neighborhood Vitality Index measures, shares data about how Detroit’s neighborhoods are doing

New Neighborhood Vitality Index measures, shares data about how Detroit’s neighborhoods are doing

There’s a new online tool available for Detroit residents, community development groups, local government and others to access timely data about how the city’s neighborhoods are doing. It’s called the Neighborhood Vitality Index (NVI) and its goal is to create a well-coordinated, effective, and equitable system for community development work in Detroit neighborhoods. Host Stephen Henderson talks with with Jane Morgan, president of JFM Consulting Group and one of the architects of the index.

Detroit Neighborhood Vitality Index, Ruth E. Carter Afrofuturism exhibit | American Black Journal

Detroit Neighborhood Vitality Index, Ruth E. Carter Afrofuturism exhibit | American Black Journal

There’s a new online tool available for Detroiters to access timely data about how city neighborhoods are doing. Host Stephen Henderson speaks with Jane Morgan, president of JFM Consulting Group, about the Neighborhood Vitality Index. Plus, Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter discusses her exhibit “Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design” at the Wright Museum through March 31.

An evening with Kara Swisher and Mary Barra | Wallace House Center for Journalists

An evening with Kara Swisher and Mary Barra | Wallace House Center for Journalists

The University of Michigan Wallace House Center for Journalists hosts a conversation with award-winning journalist and author Kara Swisher as part of its continuing series: “Democracy in Crisis: Views from the Press.” Swisher talks about her new memoir “The Burn Book: A Tech Love Story” and explores the dynamic interplay of legacy companies, innovation, strategic bets on the future, and tech’s potential to solve problems with General Motors CEO Mary Barra.

One Detroit Weekend: March 8, 2024

One Detroit Weekend: March 8, 2024

Start celebrating St. Patrick’s Day early this weekend at the Taste of the Irish Hills pub crawl and Shamrocks & Shenanigans’ 1K walk and 5K run. If you want to hit the green instead, you can head over to the Michigan Golf Show. Plus, see the stage play “To Kill a Mockingbird,” check out a drawing exhibit or head to Maplefest 2024. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Drummer Gayelynn McKinney, Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club, St. Patrick’s Day events | One Detroit

Drummer Gayelynn McKinney, Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club, St. Patrick’s Day events | One Detroit

For Women’s History Month, Detroit jazz drummer Gayelynn McKinney talks about her roots in jazz and the importance of showcasing women in music. Senior Producer Bill Kubota takes viewers to the Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club for a look at how it’s paving the way for the city’s emerging artists. Plus, ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and more on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Grow Detroit’s Young Talent jobs program kicks off 10th year of summer employment

Grow Detroit’s Young Talent jobs program kicks off 10th year of summer employment

The annual Grow Detroit’s Young Talent summer jobs program has returned for its 10th year. The program matches Detroit residents ages 14-24 with employers in a wide variety of industries including manufacturing, IT, construction, entrepreneurship, and corporate work. Host Stephen Henderson speaks with three guests connected to the program about the job opportunities and career training provided.

Grow Detroit’s Young Talent jobs program, Detroit DJ Stacey ‘Hotwaxx’ Hale | ABJ Full Episode

Grow Detroit’s Young Talent jobs program, Detroit DJ Stacey ‘Hotwaxx’ Hale | ABJ Full Episode

The annual Grow Detroit’s Young Talent summer jobs program has returned for its 10th year. Host Stephen Henderson speaks with three guests connected to the program about the job opportunities and career training provided. Plus, in recognition of Women’s History Month, contributor Cecelia Sharpe of 90.9 WRCJ about her career and the importance of uplifting the next generation of women DJs.

map shows boundaries of Islandview neighborhood

Meet Robert D. Tompkins, our Islandview Community Liaison and Content Producer

Robert D. Tompkins is a freelance digital strategist and technical trainer, who was born and raised in Detroit. Robert graduated from Marygrove College with a degree in business and also from Specs Howard School of Media Arts with a certificate in graphic design.

He has done work for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Mississippi-Booneville Unit, Metro Youth YMCA, Central Michigan University Upward Bound, Marygrove College, Wayne State University, Detroit Branch NAACP, AFSCME Local 1659 and the Wayne County Clerk’s Office. His articles have appeared in BLAC Detroit, Tower Times and other publications.

He has been involved in many community groups, including the Coalition to End Unconstitutional Tax Foreclosures, the Detroit Branch NAACP, and 5 Alive, as well as serving in leadership positions in professional organizations.

His love of the city prompted his interest in how the neighborhood of Islandview wasn’t waiting to be saved but rather went about saving itself. This true Spirit of Detroit attitude paved the way for Robert to be in a position to not only highlight what’s happening in and around Islandview but how its approach can be copied elsewhere.

Islandview is ripe with potential not just in its land but also in the talent and character of its residents. Robert aims to magnify the light beaming from Islandview so the rest of Detroit can see the power that lies within.

Islandview Community Liaison Robert Tompkins

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