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3 events to check out in Detroit this week

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Published on April 09, 2019
3 events to check out in Detroit this weekMGM Grand. | Photo: Mercedes V./Yelp

Looking to mix things up this week? From panel discussions to fundraisers, here are the best options to help you get out and about in the days ahead.

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Fixing Michigan's Road Mess: A Detroit Solutions Summit

The Center for Michigan and Crain's Detroit Business present this event that allows you to shape the content of the 2019 Citizen's Agenda that is given to every state leader, in particular surrounding the dire condition of Michigan's roads. A panel discussion helmed by experts and local leaders will then conclude as the floor is opened up to share your concerns. 

When: Thursday, April 11, 9-11 a.m.
Where: The Madison (Fifth Floor Auditorium), 1555 Broadway St.
Admission: Free
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Drinks x Design: Detroit City of Design

Presented by Design Core Detroit, this event begins with music and a cash bar with cocktails and then features a panel discussion about the impact of design on Detroit via the expert members of the National Design Awards panel, including Cara McCarty, Director of Curatorial at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. Detroit was one of the cities chosen for this event as it recently received the designation of a UNESCO City of Design, the only city in the United States to receive this prestigious honor. 

When: Thursday, April 11, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: MoGo, 6545 St. Antoine St.
Admission: Free
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Dancing with the Motor City Stars

Presented by the Detroit Alumnae Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, this fundraiser benefits the Chapter's programming, scholarship fund and other needs. The event features an opening reception, followed by dinner, dance performances by the Motor City Stars, a silent auction and plenty of music for listening and dancing. If you wish to stay overnight at the MGM Grand, yo can take advantage of the special room rate secured by the Chapter.

When: Saturday, April 13, 6-11 p.m.
Where: MGM Grand Detroit, 1777 Third Ave.
Admission: $125
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