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The Metro Events Guide: the Senate Theater at 100, Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, Sonic Memory Circles and more
Hark! In this week’s Metro Events Guide, show off your crafting skills at the Detroit Public Library! Wanting to delve into culture and history? Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Detroit Historical Museum!
Also: a Planet Ant original play of tricks and treats, the Senate Theater turns 100 years old, Sonic Memory Circles, the Woodbridge Porch Concert Series returns and much, much more!
Upcoming Events (Oct. 9-15)
My Daddy Is Haunted! – An Original Horror Comedy
Planet Ant Theatre
Oct. 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 and 31
$30 online / $35 door
In Eastern Europe long ago, evil warlock Sterling Mandrake was burned alive by a nun attempting to save her village. Now, the Maplesquatch family is visiting Mandrake’s vacant castle. Couple Orwin and Margo Maplesquatch thought they were in for a fun family vacation, alongside their daughter Leona and son Linus… but the kids start to notice something is wrong with Dad. In search of a romp full of mysteries and laughs? Make your way to Planet Ant Theatre, if you dare! Online ticket sales end one hour before every performance.
The Intimacy of Memories
Detroit Artists Market (DAM)
Oct. 9-31
Free
Delve into nostalgia and experience the Intimacy of Memories throughout the month of October at DAM. 10 artists will be featured in this exhibition exploring the five senses looking to the past. A curator walkthrough and artist talk for the exhibit titled ‘Intimacy, Remembered’ is happening on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 1-2:30 p.m. Register in advance here.
The Senate Theater 100th Anniversary
The Senate Theater
Oct. 10
$25 – $150
Bring the spirit of the Roaring 20s 100 years into the future! The Senate Theater’s 100th birthday includes live music, a dance, a short film screening and unexpected performances. From burlesque to spoken word, magic and plenty of surprises, The Senate promises to keep the good times going! This party of the century runs 8-11 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Woodbridge Porch Concert Series
Woodbridge
Oct. 10
Free
Do you hear that? It’s the sounds of fall! The annual Woodbridge Concert Series returns for a sixth year. Hear genres from folk music to rock, soul and everything in between. An entire list of performers and relevant addresses can be found here.
Harvest Fest
Little Village
Oct. 10
Free
Enjoy free s’mores and donuts, live music from the Carr Center, crêpes from Warda, art vendor booths, Tyree Guyton’s solo exhibition and so much more at this year’s Little Village Harvest Fest! Father Forgive Me will be open for food and drinks, Detroit Metropolitan Dance puts on a performance, plus a skate demonstration by A Positive Seed along with plenty of fall fun! Harvest Fest runs from noon to 4 p.m.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Detroit Historical Museum
Oct. 10
$15 / $8 children aged 6-12 / Free for members and children 5 & under
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month through an exploration of storytelling and culture at the Detroit Historical Museum’s inaugural Hispanic Heritage Program! Hear from the highschoolers from Southwest Detroit via their research and storytelling sessions. This event runs from 1-2:30 p.m. and is designed for families, students, educators and community members. Learn Hispanic history and heritage at the Detroit Historical Museum! Registration is encouraged.
All Ages Crafternoon: Pet Ghost
Detroit Public Library Chase Branch
Oct. 10
Free
Get spooky with art! This free Crafternoon event from the Detroit Public Library guides you as you make your own friendly spirit and a cozy home for it too. Let your creativity shine with decorations including googly eyes, lights, paper faces and more, all at the Chase Branch! Saturday’s event runs from 3-5 p.m.
Detroit Art Book Fair
Vander Detroit
Oct. 10-11
Free
Zine enthusiasts rejoice! The Detroit Art Book Fair returns for its twelfth year, this time at Vander Detroit. On Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m., chat with featured local indie authors and view their work. This event is free and open to the public.
Cider in the City
Beacon Park
Oct. 10-11 and 17-18
Free
Want to enjoy the treats of a cider mill without having to drive far? Look no further than Cider in the City. Enjoy cider and donuts courtesy of Blake’s, live music, food trucks, family activities and more! Beacon Park staple restaurant Lumen Detroit will be there with fall cocktails, craft beer and cider selections. This cider-filled event takes place from 1-5 p.m. across this weekend and next. Attendees can pre-order drinks and bites served at the event for pick-up here.
Sonic Memory Circles
Marygrove Denk Chapman Hall
Oct. 11
Free with RSVP
Afro Moone and the Detroit Sound Conservancy present a community centric afternoon and early evening of performances and conversation. Each performance will have a guided conversation with a member of the community. After the afternoon is up, these exceptional displays of music and oral histories will be added to the DSC audio archives. Nourishment and refreshments will be provided. RSVP can be found here.
ProsperUs Detroit Family Block Party
Shed 5
Oct. 14
Free / RSVP strongly encouraged
Ring in the fall season with an evening at Eastern Market with ProsperUs alongside amazing food, people, local products and live entertainment. Whether you’re there to chat, network, or revel in the great vibes of this community-centric event. This celebration of local businesses, community members as well as community partners is family friendly. Donations are welcome but not required. This celebration runs from 5-8 p.m.
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