DIYpsi: Support local artists December 12-13
Have you ever interacted with a person who made you feel overwhelmingly proud to be part of something? After I had the chance to ask a few questions of Marcy
Shannon Saksewski
#BooksBeforeBoxing: Detroit’s Downtown Boxing Gym
Detroit and boxing have a long history together. Though they were born elsewhere, Thomas Hearns, Sugar Ray Robinson, and Joe Louis moved to Detroit. Joe Louis, who many say is
A Downtown Gem: The Grand Rapids Art Museum
Most people don’t want to go to a museum of any sort on a sunny day. However, that’s exactly what we opted to do on our Grand Rapids #MittenTrip. Despite
Beercation: A #MittenTrip Guide To Grand Rapids, Beer City USA
A visit to Grand Rapids Michigan is not complete without a visit to one of Grand Rapids best breweries. After all, Grand Rapids is Beer City USA. A repeat winner
Step Back in Hospitality History at South Haven’s Victoria Resort
Taking a road trip in the 1920s– when the Victoria Resort Bed and Breakfast was built– was a different experience than what we have now. For context, think about the
Life’s a Beach: A #MittenTrip Guide to South Haven
When reading about others’ travel experiences, whether on TripAdvisor, Yelp, or elsewhere, it’s important to me to know a little about the preferences of the writer. With some insight into
Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Detroit
From March 15, 2015 through July 12, 2015, the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) will feature an exhibit which is creating immense excitement throughout the region. The exhibit, called “Diego
Appreciating Belgian Beer
The North American Belgian Beer Festival (NABBF), which was held on Feb. 7, is a growing endeavor spearheaded by the owners of Ashley’s. Hundreds of people packed into a giant
Get Your Tickets: The North American Belgian Beer Festival
Leave it to folks in Michigan, the Great Beer State, to plan and enthusiastically execute a festival which will bring together more Belgian beers at one event than can be
Celebrate the New Year in Detroit
It’s nearly time to ring into a New Year—but some of us aren’t sure how we’ll celebrate. Do you have plans? Maybe you have had the same plans for the
Repeal Day and Krampus Night in Detroit
Today, I had the realization that Repeal Day and Krampus Night both fall on December 5. This date is—OK, the events and parties that happen on this date are—kind of
Food and Drink Enthusiasts: Go to the Raven’s Club
In the interest of full disclosure, I’ll go ahead and admit that I’m a bit of a food and adult beverage nerd. In addition to enjoying the experience, I am
Five Small Detroit Venues to Experience Live Music
Motown. Hitsville. Rock City. Detroit’s musical history is evident in obvious (and not so obvious) ways. Artists from Detroit have gotten a fair amount of attention and radio play over
Hidden in Plain Sight: The Detroit Masonic Temple
Many of us who live in southeast Michigan have visited the Detroit Masonic Temple for one reason or another. The facility is popular for weddings and parties, is the home
Some of the best breakfasts in Detroit
What’s your favorite food? For most people, this question conjures responses that are either specific (e.g., bibimbop), or focused on a region (e.g., Middle Eastern food). For me, the answer