Detroit Diaspora Day Party - The Homecoming

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Day Party to Celebrate Homebased Detroiters As Well as Expats Visiting For The Memorial Day Weekend with Awards Brunch, DJs, Art and more.

Epiphany Community House

In Its 5th installation year the Detroit Diaspora Day Party returns for the ones who dream vivid dreams. The ones who rejoice in the cathartic experience of communal dance. The ones where movement and sound are ritual. Here's the rundown:10am -11:30am - "Buy Back The Block" Panel Discussion, will be led by husband/wife urban planning duo Ritchie and Clarinda Harrison of <a href="https://www.planningtes.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Everyday Sacred</a>. The discussion will include panelists in the real estate/development space and will explore the ways in which Detroit expats and current residents can work together to continue revitalize the city in an equitable fashion.12pm-1:45pm - The Diaspora Awards Brunch - Brunch prepared by <a href="https://www.friedchickenandcaviar.com/story" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Chef Nik Cole </a>will pay tribute to home-based and expat Detroit creatives, including: artist - <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shirley_Woodson" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Shirley Woodson</a>; retired gallerist - Dell Pryor; fashion designer - <a href="https://mauricemaloneusa.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Maurice Malone</a>; filmmakers - <a href="https://detroittechnomovie.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kristian Hill and Jennifer Washington</a>; and entrepreneur and DJ - <a href="https://ra.co/dj/brucebailey" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bruce Bailey</a>2﻿pm-10pm - DJs Play Inside and outsideDiaspora Marketplace - reminiscent of a vibrant and bustling African marketplace, where merchants come together to sell their wares and craft products.Diaspora Wellness Lounge - The wellness lounge will have on hand Kim Yokley of <a href="https://www.kimochidetroit.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kimochi Detroit</a>, Dr. Ruth Lehman of <a href="https://alleviateacu.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Alleviate Acupuncture and Wellness</a>, Toya Hankins of Face Maps By Toya, and Geo Edwards of <a href="https://www.grainandpestle.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Grain and Pestle</a> all offering a bevy of natural healing technics, including massage, reflexology, herbal remedies, and voice Harmonic evaluations as well as Blood Pressure checksFace painting - featuring <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ifomascanvas/?hl=en" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ifoma Stubbs</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXSUcPqWVzM" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Tre Marcel </a><a href="https://www.detroitisdifferent.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">DetroitisDifferent.com</a> podcast will be on-site streaming live, interviewing attendees and performers, capturing the vibrant spirit of the event.<a href="https://mogodetroit.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">MogoDetroit.com</a> will also be setting up a Bike Rental Station at the event, providing a fun, flexible, and convenient way to explore the festivities and the surrounding area.Diaspora Pop-Up Gallery - original works of Detroit artists. The exhibit is curated by Detroiter Onzie Norman, and Harlem New York Curator, Phillip Harvey.Featured DJs include globally renowned <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_Trent" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ron Trent</a>, Vernon English, <a href="https://www.duanepowell.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Duane Powell</a>, <a href="https://www.sabrinanelsonart.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sabrina Nelson</a> and a soulful line up of other DJs from around the country. Proceeds from the event will benefit <a href="https://themiraclesfoundation.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Miracles Foundation </a>- a non-profit that raises funds for educational, performing art and humanitarian scholarships and grants. Tickets may be purchased online at <a href="https://urban-organic.net/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">urban-organic.net </a>or Eventbrite.com <a href="https://rollingout.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Rollingout.com</a>﻿,<a href="https://www.fusicology.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Fu sicology.com </a>and <a href="https://www.detroitisdifferent.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">DetroitisDifferent.com </a>are the official media partners for the Detroit Diaspora Day Party.For questions or to inquire about vending call 313-451-3625

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