BTL Staff
Debate 3 Shows Buttigieg Has Staying Power
No LGBTQ-specific issues came up during the third national Democratic presidential debate Sept. 12. That, and the fact that LGBTQ issues have been barely mentioned in the previous two national Democratic debates, is likely to put increased attention [...]
The 12th Annual DIY Street Fair
Coupling Fine art with contemporary, folk and graffiti is a DIY Street Fair staple, but just a part of its many offerings. Returning on Sept. 20 through 22 for its 12th year, attendees can expect to see their share of home goods, ceramics, glass [...]
The Reading Rainbow: LGBTQ+ Youth Book Club
Held at the Affirmations LGBTQ community center, The Reading Rainbow: LGBTQ+ Youth Book Club is put in on partnership with the Ferndale Area District Library. This is a social-justice focused club that targets young adults aged 13 to 22 whose first [...]
Bi-Weekly Femme Trans Women (FTW) Bike Ride
Held through Halloween, all femme, trans, genderqueer folk and womyn are invited to a biweekly bike ride through Detroit. Intended to be an inclusive event, the biking pace is slow and the distance is relatively short, lasting six miles at a recent [...]
The LGBTQ Wedding, Home and Life Expo Brings Together Equality-minded Businesses
DEARBORN — Since marriage equality became the law of the land in 2015, LGBTQ people have been seeking equality-minded vendors who want to do business with them. Backlash from a minority of companies has put the national spotlight on this issue, [...]
Keller Williams How to Become a Licensed Real Estate Agent Event
On Thursday, Sept. 26, Keller Williams Realty is hosting an event for anyone interested in becoming a realtor. This seminar aims to provide attendees with a better understanding of the industry and the tools needed for success. Find out more online [...]
MSHDA Detroit Wayne County Housing and Resource Fair
Those looking to buy their first home, fix up an existing one or move out of their existing housing arrangement are encouraged to attend the MSHDA Detroit Wayne County Housing and Resource Fair. This event will go over "all things housing and money" [...]
Michigan Real Estate Convention Oct. 25
Real Estate professionals from across the state will come together on Friday, Oct. 25, to hear top real estate executives to learn more about the business. This event is hosted by the Michigan Real Estate Club and located at the Stephen M. Ross [...]
Crain's Detroit Business Highlights Affirmations Board President Mike Flores in '40 Under 40'
Crain's Detroit Business selected business leaders across the state of Michigan to highlight in their "40 Under 40" program. Among the leaders selected was Southeast Michigan's own Mike Flores, who is currently running for Ferndale City Council and [...]
Remembering Henri
Across 1 Embarrass with porn, perhaps 6 "Dancing Queen" band 10 WNBA star Rebecca 14 Nephew of Donald Duck 15 Jacques of song 16 Doctor Zhivago 17 Young girl of old comics 18 Cotton pod at Tara 19 And others, for Caesar 20 Village People song [...]
Art and Brew Oct. 10
Art & Brew is the Art Center's annual fall fundraiser — a one-night beer and bite tasting tour across downtown Ann Arbor. Local favorite bars, restaurants and breweries compete against each other to create the best food and beer pairing of the [...]