Looking to mix things up this week? From learning about Detroit's music history to partying, here's a roundup of options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.
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Making the Modern Sound: Music and Cultural Politics 1896 - 2004 Pt. 1
Learn about the history of music in Detroit from founder and CEO of the Detroit Sound Conservancy and music preservation activist, Carleton Gholz. This Tuesday the Detroit Public Library will host part one of a lecture series with Gholz who will discuss topics such as the experience of musicians as workers, the rise of independent music studios and the formation of the Detroit Federation of Musicians in 1896.
When: Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6-7:45 p.m.
Where: Detroit Public Library - Fine Arts Room, 5201 Woodward Ave.
Admission: Free
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Free Crash Course: JavaScript Fundamentals
Become a pro at creating a website, using the programming language, JavaScript at TechTown Detroit. The free course will teach you about coding at the beginner level. (Be sure to bring your laptop.)
When: Tuesday, Feb.26, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: TechTown Detroit, 440 Burroughs St.
Admission: Free
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Detroit Beer Book History Talk - Detroit Shipping Company
Hear about the history of the first breweries in downtown Detroit from author and owner of Motor City Brew Tours, Stephen Johnson. Johnson will be at Detroit Shipping Company discussing his new book, "Detroit Beer - A History of Brewing in the Motor City," which will be on sale at the event. He will be signing copies, as well.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 27, 7-8 p.m.
Where: Detroit Shipping Company, 474 Peterboro St.
Admission: Free
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4th Annual Love in Motion with Premiere Sponsor LEAR Corporation
Join the non-profit, Mend on the Move for this annual event of food, drinks, shopping and music. Enjoy food and drinks from Slows BBQ, Sanders, Tenacity Brewing and other vendors. Shop at Mend on the Move’s pop-up shop and Will Leather goods. And singer/songwriter, Olivia Millerschin will perform live.
When: Thursday, Feb.28, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: Will Leather Goods, 4120 Second Ave.
Admission: $45
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Floods Bar and Grille Fall F1rst Friday Mardi Gras Style March 1st
Kick off the first of the month at Flood's Bar & Grille with food and drinks. DJ Charles Hicks will be spinning tunes.
When: Friday, March 1, 8 p.m.- Saturday, March 2, 1 a.m.
Where: Flood's Bar and Grille, 731 St. Antoine St.
Admission: $10 (F1rst Friday Mardi Gras)
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