detroit small businesses

The best way to show off Detroit to a visitor? On bikes.

Planning a DIY bike tour of Detroit lets you show a visitor your personal landmarks and city history, as well…

3 years ago

At the Detroit Urban Craft Fair, artisans sell everything from beef jerky to psychedelic rugs

The Detroit Urban Craft Fair takes over the Masonic Temple this weekend, with more than 100 vendors selling handmade items.

3 years ago

What to do this week in Detroit: Shop local and celebrate the Woman of the Year

Here are the best events and things to do in Detroit for the week of Dec. 1, from craft fairs…

3 years ago

Black spa owner faces parking complaints and perceived prejudice in Hamtramck

Tiara Boyd, owner of Esthi Queen Healing Spa in Hamtramck, believes racial prejudice is at the root of a decision…

3 years ago

Black Bottom Garden Center, a garden supply co-op, takes root in the North End

Black Bottom Garden Center, a co-op founded and led by six Black women in Detroit’s North End, sells plants they…

3 years ago

At Just A Bit Eclectic, Detroit teens brew tea and dreams

Darlene Alston opened Just A Bit Eclectic, a tea shop, youth program and farm, on Detroit's west side eight years…

4 years ago