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Tiger Stadium, previously known as Navin Field and Briggs Stadium, was a baseball park located in the Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, Michigan. It hosted the Detroit Tigers Major League Baseball team from 1912–99, as well as the National Football League's Detroit Lions from 1938–74. It was declared a State of Michigan Historic Site in 1975 and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1989. The stadium was nicknamed "The Corner" for its location on Michigan Avenue and Trumbull Avenue.The last Detroit Tigers game at the stadium was held in September 1999. In the decade after the Tigers baseball team vacated the stadium, several rejected redevelopment and preservation efforts finally gave way to demolition. The stadium's demolition was completed on September 21, 2009, though the stadium's actual playing field remains at the corner where the stadium once stood. Since the spring of 2010, a volunteer group known as the Navin Field Grounds Crew (composed of Tiger Stadium fans, preservationists, and Corktown residents) has restored and maintained the field.A plan to redevelop the old Tiger Stadium site would retain the historic playing field for youth sports and ring the 10-acre property with new development has received final approval, and funding. Developer Eric Larson of Larson Realty will develop a mixed residential and retail project along the Michigan Ave and Trumbull sides of the property, beginning in late 2016. The Detroit Police Athletic League will begin construction, in early April 2016, on a new headquarters building along Michigan Ave and Cochrane. The L-shaped building would enclose two sides of the field. Together these two projects will completely ring the old site.
Motor City Pride is a volunteer-driven event celebrating the lives of Michigan's Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender citizens. A weekend packed with multiple events including a family picnic, golf outing, Commitment Ceremony and parade. Motor City Pride culminates as the largest LGBT gathering in Michigan and is located at downtown Detroit's award-winning Hart Plaza. Motor City Pride is an important part of building bridges in the larger community and advancing the mission of Equality Michigan to promote equality and to secure freedom from violence, intimidation and discrimination for LGBT persons throughout Michigan. For more information, visit www.motorcitypride.org.
Youmacon is an annual four-day anime convention held during October/November at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center and Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan. Youmacon's creation was inspired by other conventions including Anime Central and Ohayocon with the convention's name coming from the Japanese word for demon or ghost. Founded by Morgan Kollin in 2005, it is the largest anime/gaming convention in Michigan. Youmacon is the 10th largest anime convention in the United States as of 2014, but is not ranked for largest North American anime conventions in 2014. Midwest Media Expo is the convention's sister event.ProgrammingThe convention typically offers anime music videos, Artist Alley, Charity Masquerade Ball, concerts, costume competitions, Dealers Room, gaming tournaments, karaoke, Live Action Mario Party and Donkey Kong, live musical performances, Maid Cafe, masquerade, Mystery Science Theater 4000, rave, table-top gaming, talent competitions, and video gaming.The convention runs programming for 24 hours a day in the Cobo Center. The walk between the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center and Cobo Center is about 15 minutes. The conventions 2013 Cosplay Ball benefited the Detroit Institute of Arts. In 2009, 2010, and 2014 it benefited the Cornerstone Schools of Detroit.HistoryThe first Youmacon took four years to plan. In 2010, the Cobo Center started a $279 million renovation that finished in 2015. The 2012 convention had several complaints including the distance between venues (15 minutes) and registration line times. Youmacon is one of the larger users of the Marriott, and the only event to have all of its meeting space and 1,300 hotel rooms occupied as of 2014. The Renaissance Center prohibited attendees from carrying fake weapons and wearing masks that would hide their faces in 2014. Origa was unable to enter the United States from Canada for their 2014 Youmacon appearance due to not having P visa's.
Youmacon is an annual four-day anime convention held during October/November at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center and Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan. Youmacon's creation was inspired by other conventions including Anime Central and Ohayocon with the convention's name coming from the Japanese word for demon or ghost. Founded by Morgan Kollin in 2005, it is the largest anime/gaming convention in Michigan. Youmacon is the 10th largest anime convention in the United States as of 2014, but is not ranked for largest North American anime conventions in 2014. Midwest Media Expo is the convention's sister event.ProgrammingThe convention typically offers anime music videos, Artist Alley, Charity Masquerade Ball, concerts, costume competitions, Dealers Room, gaming tournaments, karaoke, Live Action Mario Party and Donkey Kong, live musical performances, Maid Cafe, masquerade, Mystery Science Theater 4000, rave, table-top gaming, talent competitions, and video gaming.The convention runs programming for 24 hours a day in the Cobo Center. The walk between the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center and Cobo Center is about 15 minutes. The conventions 2013 Cosplay Ball benefited the Detroit Institute of Arts. In 2009, 2010, and 2014 it benefited the Cornerstone Schools of Detroit.HistoryThe first Youmacon took four years to plan. In 2010, the Cobo Center started a $279 million renovation that finished in 2015. The 2012 convention had several complaints including the distance between venues (15 minutes) and registration line times. Youmacon is one of the larger users of the Marriott, and the only event to have all of its meeting space and 1,300 hotel rooms occupied as of 2014. The Renaissance Center prohibited attendees from carrying fake weapons and wearing masks that would hide their faces in 2014. Origa was unable to enter the United States from Canada for their 2014 Youmacon appearance due to not having P visa's.
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The 201 6 Chevrolet Rockin' on the Riverfront concert series will make the spectacular GM Riverfront Plaza THE Friday night destination for food, fun, and FREE concerts. Admission to the concerts is free and no advance tickets are necessary. Viewing space will be on a first-come, first-served basis and people are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. In addition, boaters on the Detroit River are invited to anchor near the riverfront and enjoy the view of the stage from the water. Convenient parking is available for $5 per vehicle at the GM surface lot at the intersection of St. Antoine and Atwater, adjacent to the GMRENCEN, only credit cards are accepted. Andiamo Detroit Riverfront will provide refreshment and food concessions at several locations across the plaza. Outside food, beverages or coolers will not be permitted. The Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center is the official hotel of Rockin’ on the Riverfront. Check out the full line-up online: http://gmrencen.com/blog/#2016-chevrolet-rockin-on-the-riverfront-concert-series/
A major fundraiser for the Detroit Opera House, BravoBravo! is a yearly celebration of the tastes, sights and sounds of Detroit, encompassing food and spirits from the area’s trendiest bars and restaurants, as well as music from the city’s hottest talent. Join the young professionals of the Michigan Opera Theatre Volunteers Association (MOTVA) as we truly party for a purpose!!!
The Monster’s Ball featuring Metro Detroit’s best DJs, live performers and stage entertainers at this annual event. Presale Tickets and Info: www.MonstersBallDetroit.com
This is comfort food with an urban twist! Come enjoy some of our house favorites such as Lobster Pot Pie, Crispy Chicken, Shrimp and Grits, Flat Iron Steak or one of our many stone over pizzas.
Cellar D Cafe & Lounge is known for supporting Michigan made craft beers and wines. Also, we have our famous Chicken N Waffles plus a full menu plus a full bar. Everyday we offer Lunch Specials starting at $4.95 and up. Come check us out if you work in downtown Detroit or if you are just here for an event; we would love to serve you.
WaLa is a happy place. We offer urban, street food that's quick, delicious and easy to handle, no matter your mode of transportation or state of mind. We're committed to the City of Detroit and we've also made a commitment to altruistic endeavors. Our first commitment is to On the Rise bakery, a bakery developed by the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. The bakery is managed and operated by gentlemen who have overcome life challenges to complete a 2 year baking culinary program. On the Rise offers some of the best baked goods in the City. We're proud to be linked with them. We're also committed to improving the quality and variety of lunch and life in City. Please join us and share a meal.
The best-known restaurant in Detroit history on will re-open Tuesday, February 14th, 2012 after being closed for 21 years. Nico Gatzaros has spent a year restoring the dining room, refurbishing the entrances, and gutting and replacing almost everything else, from the entire kitchen to the storage areas, bathrooms and heating and air-conditioning systems. Leading the kitchen will be executive chef Robert Scherer, 27, a Grosse Pointe Woods native who previously was executive sous chef at Emeril Lagasse's New Orleans Fish House in Las Vegas.
Top of the Pontch in the heart of Detroit presents fine dining with a modern, elegant twist and locally sourced food artfully prepared to elevate your dining experience. We feature some of the most creative food in the city with very artsy and flavor combinations that match perfectly. Our Dinner menu focuses on creating art out of food. Utilizing new and old culinary traditions we create a new dining experience. Pair one of our specialty cocktails using fresh ingredients, infusions and Michigan made spirits, with your meal. Our fine dining experience begins once you step off the elevator on the 25th floor and are surrounded by floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Detroit River towards Canada. Our attention to details using urban-romance furnishings accentuate the beautiful river and city views, and make each table feel intimate. Come experience the elegance and artistry at Top of the Pontch.
Detroit's oldest family-run restaurant and the original home of Detroit Coney dogs.
Authentic Mexican cuisine using only the freshest ingredients and special marinades! Fresh Food Fast!!
ATHENS SOUVLAKI was founded in 1966 by the Antonopoulos Family, even though it has changed ownership it has remained in the same family. The current owners have owned and operated the Southfield location since 1999. We have now opened a second location in Downtown Detroit inside the Penobscot building. We pride ourselves on providing the “Hospitality Experience” and we are known for our quality of food and excellent customer service- we plan to use the same successful formula in Detroit.
The Beach Bar and Grille is a beach-themed destination located in the South end of Campus Martius Park. We serve fresh creative fare and offer a full bar. Dip your feet in the sand, kick back on the boardwalk, and take in the summer sun at the Beach Bar and Grille, right in the middle of downtown Detroit.