State of the City Watch Party, Freep Film Festival and more things to do in Detroit

Hey Detroit! We hope you’ve had fun this week eclipse-viewing in the beautiful weather. Soon we’ll be able to dine al fresco at our favorite restaurants, picnic in the parks and maybe even (gasp!) go outside without bringing a sweater. Sunshine, keep on keeping on, please!

We’ve put together a fun assortment of events from grooving out (on the dance floor) and stretching out (on your yoga mat)! Not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place.

Let’s get busy! 💗

Thursday

📽️ Take a weekend cinematic journey at Freep Film Festival , the annual documentary fest curated by the Detroit Free Press. The festival boasts everything from free events like the short films featuring Kresge Artist Fellows at the Detroit Institute of Arts to posh cinematic dining experiences at Frame Bar in Hazel Park and virtual screenings brought directly to your living room. See the full schedule . $0-$80.

🌃 Learn your worth at this sit-down with “money mentor” Natalia Benson at Experience Zuzu downtown. Come for discussions on how to build a business, “money manifestation” and knowing your worth — figuratively and literally. Stay for the food, drinks and women-supporting-women vibes. #Entrepreneur, much? $150.

This weekend

🍷 Delight your palate on Saturday at Motor City Wine in Corktown at its April wine tasting event . Sample over a dozen wines and an assortment of cheese, charcuterie and other tasty snacks. Rosé anyone? 21+ (duh). $20.

🪩 Dance ’til you drop Saturday night with DJ Stacey Pullen at TV Lounge near downtown. It’s one of many official pre-parties leading up to Movement Music Festival. Take it from me: Shaking your groove thing on their outdoor patio is a delightful way to soak up this nice weather. 21+. $20-$25.

💃 Jam out to music from the Black and Latin diaspora at a 90s House Party in Southwest Detroit on Saturday. Grab as many tacos from Mama’s Kitchen as you’d like, then enjoy  music from DJ ankaonmars and promoter Fiesta Vibes , a twerk/whine contest and an open-mic rap battle. Got some sick bars? Can’t wait to hear them! $10.

Next week

👒 Delight in a Derby Hat-Shopping Party on Tuesday in The Peacock Room inside the Fisher Building. This locally owned gem has a wide assortment of derby hats, feathery fascinators and clothing in women’s Sizes 0-22. Bonus: You’ll get a 10% discount on hats and fascinators and receive styling services. Free.

💖 Ladies, learn how to take care of your body at Wellness Wednesdays: Let’s Get Fit at the Ernest T. Ford Recreation Center in Highland Park. Hosted by Alexis Harvey of S.A.Y. Detroit’s Family Health Clinic, this monthly group is designed for women looking to be more healthy and connected. Health coach Janine Green will provide tips on eating better and exercising. Stay for lunch with your fellow fitness lovers; we’re guessing it’ll be healthy, too. Registration required. Free.

✍🏿 Get creative and be mesmerized on Wednesday at the Detroit Public Library Parkman Branch for Poetry Night . This family-friendly event is a chance to connect and get inspired by other poetry lovers! Free.

🌆 Come hang out with us, the Outlier Media team, at our State of the City Watch Party on Wednesday at TechTown. Meet other Outlier readers like yourself and connect with like-minded people as we watch Mayor Mike Duggan’s State of the City address together over delicious pizza. Free, donations encouraged.

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