The Detroit News Published 10:25 p.m. UTC Jul 17, 2018 Get ready for the city's newest cultural festival, Detroit Art Week, which kicks off Friday. Arts entrepreneur and marketing professional Amani Olu conceived the idea over a year ago as a way of getting the word out on local artists. "Our vision is to help establish Detroit as a global destination for contemporary art," said Olu, who moved from New York City two years ago, "leveraging what's already happening here. We're saying, 'The art being made in Detroit is important. Come see for yourself.' " Despite the name, however, this year's DAW will just be a three-day festival. "That's a long story," said Olu with a laugh. "Let's just say I was very ambitious." Next year, he added, they'll reach for four or five days, and eventually hope to fill an entire week. But even at three days, that will still leave you plenty to do. For a complete schedule and updates, register at … [Read more...] about Detroit Art Week invites world to Motor City
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Astros’ Dallas Keuchel to appear in ESPN’s Body Issue
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What Bostonians need to know this week
Jump-start your week — find out what you missed this weekend, along with upcoming events, sports, and weather all in one place. Want the “What Bostonians Need to Know” briefing in your inbox every Sunday? Sign up for our weekly newsletter, which launches soon. What to know this week: Thank you for your service: For the past decade, tens of thousands of flags have been placed on Boston Common, a solemn display honoring service members who have died defending the nation. Now, this stunning installation is slowly becoming a movement with Texas, Louisiana, Ohio, and Canada all creating their own displays. Weird weather: The week begins chilly with temps in the 50s, but it warms up quickly into the 80s on Tuesday, followed by 60s and 70s for the rest of the week. Fortunately, it is expected to stay dry. Pride Week begins soon: Boston Pride Week kicks off on Friday with Gov. Charlie Baker and Mayor Marty Walsh scheduled to take part in raising … [Read more...] about What Bostonians need to know this week
NBC Sports to air 70-plus hours of 2018 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship
NBC Sports Group Media Relations ** NBC & NBCSN to Televise All 12 Races of the 2018 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Season ** Qualifiers, Moto 1s and Moto 2s Available Live, On-Demand and Commercial-Free with “Pro Motocross Pass” on NBC Sports Gold ** Race Coverage Begins Saturday, May 19, at 8:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN with Presentation of the Hangtown Classic STAMFORD, Conn. – May 2, 2018 – NBC Sports and NBC Sports Gold – NBC Sports Digital’s direct-to-consumer live streaming product – will combine to showcase more than 70 hours of 2018 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship programming, including all 12 races, beginning Saturday, May 19, with the Hangtown Motocross Classic from Sacramento, Calif. Race coverage begins at 8:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN. NBC and NBCSN will combine to present every Moto 2 from all 12 races of the 2018 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship season. NBCSports.com and the … [Read more...] about NBC Sports to air 70-plus hours of 2018 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship