Big Rock Italian Chophouse readies to open in Birmingham’s former Big Rock Chophouse space

A previously announced restaurant and cigar club are planning to open this summer

Detroit’s long-standing Dakota Inn Rathskeller is under new ownership

The nearly century-old German beer hall is now owned by Paddy Lynch, who also owns The Schvitz, Convent Detroit, and Dutch Girl Donuts

Rep. Tlaib to join ‘No Kings’ rally in Detroit to protest attacks on immigrants, democracy

The event at Clark Park is part of a “National Day of Defiance and Mass Mobilization”
Hugh Masekela, of South Africa, warms up before performing at the Concert of Colors Saturday, July 20, 2002, at Chene Park in Detroit.
The riverside amphitheater will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a performance by Chicago R&B singer Mavis Staples
By Lee DeVito

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Elijah Ahmad Lewis and Dana Cimone star in the wonderful The Wiz.
By Kahn Santori Davison
The entrance to the North End Arts Alley in Detroit.
By Steve Neavling
Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained a Detroit high school student on May 20.
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U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib is joining protesters at Clark Park in Detroit as part of what is billed as a National Day of Defiance and Mass Mobilization.
By Steve Neavling
Guatemalan farmers alleged a Michigan labor contractor, Purpose Point Harvesting, engaged in human trafficking.
By Steve Neavling
Brett (Ben Rappaport), Catherine (Aja Naomi King), and Alice (AnnaSophia Robb) of Grosse Pointe Garden Society on NBC.
By Jim McFarlin
Bans on in-person visitation cause long-lasting psychological harm to both incarcerated parents and their children
By Alissa Johnson and Phil Mayor
Wes Anderson's latest movie, The Phoenician Scheme, mixes divine absurdity, emotional pain, and symmetrical chaos.
By Jared Rasic, Last Word Features
Da’Vinchi and Demetrius Flenory Jr. return as the Black Mafia Family brothers in BMF.
By Kahn Santori Davison
If you’ve ever seen an episode of I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson, you know exactly the level of cringe you’ll get with Friendship.
By Jared Rasic, Last Word Features
The Dakota Inn Rathskeller.
By Lee DeVito
Big Rock Italian Chophouse will replace the former Big Rock Chophouse in Birmingham’s old Grand Trunk Western Railroad Depot.
By Lee DeVito
Detroit City Distillery’s Michigan 4-Berry Pie cocktail is made from Achatz Handmade Pie Company pie filling.
By Lee DeVito
Image: Bobcat Bonnie’s closes Ferndale location
By Lee DeVito
Skilla Baby is one of the many Detroit rappers tapped to perform at the Hart of Detroit Summer Fest.
By Kahn Santori Davison
Image: Big Sean and Detroit Symphony Orchestra to collaborate for hip-hop concert (2)
By Lee DeVito
Ackeem Salmon is a harpist, art director, educator, and interdisciplinary artist from Kingston, Jamaica. He’s now based in Detroit.
By Steve Neavling
One of three grow rooms for flowing plants at Green Dolphin Craft Cannabis, a small cultivator in Detroit.
By Steve Neavling
JARS Cannabis has had a presence at Movement Festival in recent years.
By Steve Neavling
Terple Gang and Northern Lights are dedicated to high-quality cannabis.
By Steve Neavling
Michigan regulators have been cracking down on cannabis businesses that commit violations.
By Steve Neavling
The Verve Pipe Saturday’s concert by Michigan rock band the Verve Pipe is a special one for local fans. Not only are we rounding this up to a hometown show of sorts (the band was founded in East Lansing), but the show serves as a release party for the vinyl version of the Verve Pipe’s 1992 debut I’ve Suffered a Head Injury, which includes an early version its biggest hit, the ’90s alt-rock anthem “The Freshman.” In an Instagram video, frontman Brian Vander Ark said this will be the only chance to grab this disc for a while. Doors at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at Royal Oak Music Theatre; 318 W. 4th St., Royal Oak; royaloakmusictheatre.com. Tickets are $43-$79.
By Metro Times editorial staff
Kayak down Detroit’s canals For a more intimate view of the Detroit River, try kayaking or paddle-boarding. Here’s a fun way to do so: Neighboring businesses Detroit River Sports and Coriander Kitchen & Farm offer “Paddle-to-Table” tours of the Jefferson-Chalmers canals — a charming residential neighborhood dubbed the “Venice of Detroit” by some. The tours go for about an hour and a half and end with a delicious dinner at an acclaimed riverside restaurant.Detroit River Sports and Coriander Kitchen & Farm; 14601 Riverside Blvd., Detroit; detroitriversports.com. Tickets are $180 per person and includes a tour, a four-course meal, beer and wine, and tip.
By Lee DeVito
Saturday.
By Li Miller
Michigan summers don’t last long, so don’t take the time for granted. The right strain can brighten your day, whether you’re heading to a festival, strolling the Detroit RiverWalk, or hanging out on your patio. Make the best of it. And don’t forget the sunscreen. If you want us to sample your cannabis products, send us an email at steve@metrointhed.com.
By Steve Neavling

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