The Spirit of Detroit Making the intangible, tangible. I wrestled with what to write about during Movement this year, when it finally hit me. I want to make the intangible, tangible. To encapsulate the massive love and respect I have for Detroit. Because it’s such a visceral feeling, talking about it on the spot sometimes…
Believing in the Future of Highland Park
Highland Park is an enclave surrounded by the City of Detroit. Some people want to revitalize and create something new in the city, creating a community that reflects the parts of Detroit that surround them. Palmer Park to the north was once a gay neighborhood, Detroit to the West, was and is the home of…
It’s OK To Ask For Help
It’s OK To Ask For Help Mental health resources for yourself and friends. → National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK (8255) : Veterans press 1→ Crisis Text LineText TALK to 74174 to test with a trained counselor for free→ RAINNNational Sexual Assault Hotline : Lifeline 800-656-4673 : Chat via hotline.rainn.org→ TWLOHAConnect to mental health resources in your…
Nightlife Safety Guidelines
Nightlife Safety Guidelines → If you are out alone be sure to identify a person that works at the venue and introduce yourself.→ If you are out alone please be sure to have someone that works at the venue walk you to your car.→ Keep an eye on your beverage at all times.→ Be sure…
Lighting Up The Nightlife In Downtown
It’s been a long time since Detroit has had a new queer club. Robert Guzman is creating just that in the middle of Downtown with Flaming Embers. His experiences from traveling to San Fransisco, New York, Chicago, and beyond has influenced and inspired him to build a new kind of space. When he first moved…