Arts & Entertainment

A collection of Big Heads from the Parade Company — the kind featured in Detroit’s annual Thanksgiving Day parade — will be on display at the upcoming “PaperWorks” exhibit, which will debut alongside the “Climb” exhibit in the Janice Charach Gallery in West Bloomfield Oct. 27.

Published October 18, 2019

West Bloomfield Beacon

Art exhibit to showcase versatility of paper

WEST BLOOMFIELD — In this digital era, ink and paper have fallen out of vogue, replaced by pixels and glowing screens.

Published October 17, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

New artwork installed thanks to MCEP program

MOUNT CLEMENS — Looking to inspire imagination and attract visitors to the south side of the city, the Macomb Cultural and Economic Partnership is renewing its collaboration with the Midwest Sculpture Initiative to bring new pieces of art to town.

Published October 16, 2019

Farmington Press

Farmington Hills author lands spot in new ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ book

FARMINGTON HILLS — A local author’s short story has found itself a home within the pages of the widely known “Chicken Soup for the Soul” book series’ new volume, “Think Positive, Live Happy.”

Published October 11, 2019

C&G Newspapers

‘Nothing’s Gonna Stop’ Jefferson Starship

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Fans of Jefferson Starship will have “Somebody to Love” when the celebrated rock band performs Oct. 25 at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts.

Published October 8, 2019

Rochester Post

Rochester Hills native competes in Food Network’s ‘Haunted Gingerbread Showdown’

ROCHESTER HILLS — Donna Rorabaugh, of Rochester Hills, will appear on Food Network’s “Haunted Gingerbread Showdown” this weekend.

Published October 8, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Arts, Beats & Eats gives $233,000 back to local charities

ROYAL OAK — On Oct. 2, Soaring Eagle Arts, Beats & Eats, presented by Flagstar Bank, announced the grand total that this year’s festival had awarded to its more than 50 local charity partners — $233,049.26, a 12% increase from last year.

Published October 7, 2019

Shelby - Utica News

Shelby bridal designer releases 2020 collection, featured in New York

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A Shelby Township couture bridal designer is releasing her brand-new designs to the public after debuting her dresses Oct. 6-8 in New York City.

Published October 4, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Student recounts ‘America’s Got Talent’ experiences with Detroit Youth Choir

When 13-year-old Tonie Larkins, of Eastpointe, auditioned for the Detroit Youth Choir four years ago, it was just to get the chance to do some of her favorite things.

Julie Trubiano appeared on the Sept. 16 episode of “Wheel of Fortune.”

Published October 1, 2019

Farmington Press

After 10 years, Farmington Hills woman lands on ‘Wheel of Fortune’

FARMINGTON HILLS — Julie Trubiano, 49, of Farmington Hills, is a lifelong Wheel Watcher.

Huntington Woods-based artist Daniel Cascardo stands beside his newly unveiled mural at Eagle Plaza Sept. 25. Local families helped color in the mural’s lines at the inaugural Family Pride event at the Royal Oak Farmers Market June 12.

Published October 1, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak unveils community mural during history event

ROYAL OAK — On Sept. 25, Mayor Michael Fournier and Huntington Woods-based artist Daniel Cascardo unveiled a mural at Eagle Plaza to celebrate the 200th anniversary of territorial Gov. Lewis Cass naming the city of Royal Oak.

Published September 30, 2019

Shelby - Utica News

Third mural proposed for downtown Utica

UTICA — More colorful art is coming to the downtown area of Utica due to the city’s commitment to work with local muralists.

Published September 27, 2019

C&G Newspapers

School district, DIA partner for student tours

WARREN/STERLING HEIGHTS/TROY — In an effort to expose young children to the world of art, Warren Consolidated Schools and the Detroit Institute of Arts have entered into a new partnership.

Published September 24, 2019

Rochester Post

Rochester Posed to bring album covers to downtown storefronts

ROCHESTER — People will get a chance to see their favorite album covers come to life during Rochester Posed this October.

Published September 24, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

‘Small’ artworks make major impressions

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Art doesn’t need to be large in size to make a big statement. That’s evident in “Small but Mighty,” a juried exhibition of work by members of the Detroit Society of Women Painters and Sculptors that’s on display through Oct. 4.

Published September 24, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Short films explore ‘Mystery’ and relationships

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — There’s something spooky going on at The Helm at the Boll Life Center in Grosse Pointe Farms.

Published September 24, 2019

Royal Oak Review

New mural captures all things Clawson

CLAWSON — A Clawson-centric mural — a collaboration between two local artists, the city and the Detroit Institute of Arts — is materializing on the south side of Clawson Grill, 41 S. Main St.

Published September 23, 2019

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

BBAC hosts four new exhibitions, one on immigration

BIRMINGHAM — At the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, the sights don’t stay the same for very long.

Works such as Sherie Charron’s photography will be featured at the Eastpointe art exhibition Thursday, Oct. 17, to Sunday, Oct. 20.

Published September 20, 2019

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Third annual art exhibition to take place in Eastpointe

EASTPOINTE — Artists from Roseville are now invited to join those from Eastpointe to take part in the third annual Eastpointe Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission Art Exhibition.

Published September 20, 2019

Sterling Heights Sentry

Injury prompts Featured Artist to take up painting

STERLING HEIGHTS — For years, Cindy Giltz painted canvasses for a limited audience, namely some friends and her three daughters.

Published September 20, 2019

Warren Weekly

Concert to benefit motorcycle crash victims

WARREN/CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP — The local music community is banding together to help two friends with their finances as they recover from a motorcycle crash.