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Kramer’s Bed, Bath & Window Fashions

NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                     Melissa Bunker (313) 886-9074

KRAMER’S BED BATH & WINDOW FASHIONS ANNOUNCE
RETIREMENT AND CLOSING SALE

GROSSE POINTE, Mich., Nov. 20, 2018 –  After 36 years, Mike and Joann Kramer have announced the closing of Kramer’s Bed, Bath & Window Fashions in The Village. The store will be open through end of December and all in-store items are discounted to sell.

In close to four decades, the Kramers have carved a niche for themselves in the home furnishings sector through offering the highest quality and personalized service and have succeeded in building a loyal customer base despite changes in retail and the growth of online shopping.

Kramer’s has been a destination for their list of exclusive lines that reads like a veritable who’s who in the home fashion industry including Yves Delorme, Sferra, Matouk, Peacock Alley for bed, as well as Casafina, Pine Cone Hill and Creative Bath. For bath and home fragrances and personal care items, Kramer’s carries items from Thymes, Crabtree & Evelyn and Hillhouse Naturals and others.

Among their fashions for the bed are down comforters, duvet covers, blanket covers, sheets, pillows, mattress pads, mattress covers and blankets.  Bath fashions include towels, bath rugs, bath accessories, shower curtains, wall hardware, pictures, mirrors and luxurious bathrobes. They also carry kitchen linens and napkins that make ideal for holidays gifts from stocking stuffers to hostess gifts.

Mike and Joann Kramer are proud to have been an integral part of The Village and the Grosse Pointe community, actively participating and taking leadership roles in local events and the designers’ show houses. They strongly advocate for independent retailing and the flexibility, responsiveness and expertise that it provides the consumer.

They have received numerous awards including Certified Windows Fashions Professional, Master Level, City of Grosse Pointe Beautification Awards, the Michigan Retailers Association and the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce. They have also

served in pivotal roles in the community, including the Grosse Pointe Village Association and the Grosse Pointe Village Downtown Development Authority.

The store is located at 16906 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe, MI 48230. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30 – 6 p.m. and Thursdays until 8 p.m. Weekend hours are Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. More information is available at www.kramersbbwf.com and by phoning (313) 881-9890.

U-SNAP-BAC Music on the Green Celebrates Detroit Community and Its Living Infrastructure

U-SNAP-BAC MUSIC ON THE GREEN CELEBRATES DETROIT COMMUNITY, INVITES PUBLIC INPUT ON A LIVING INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE FUTURE

DETROIT, Sept.5, 2017 – The public spotlight will turn on a unique development that features living infrastructure when U-SNAP-BAC presents Music on the Green, Sept. 24 in Detroit.

U-SNAP-BAC (United Streets Networking and Planning; Building A Community), a not-for-profit organization incorporated to revitalize the east side of Detroit, presents Music on the Green in answer to community interest that was sparked after the initial announcement of phase one planning for their Barham Farmway & Greenway project earlier this year.

Music on the Green runs from 1 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 24 on Barham Street between Mack Avenue and Windsor Street. The  event is designed to bring community members together and introduce to them the future possibilities for the Barham Farmway and Greenway.

The free, family friendly event features food and music and is designed to celebrate community. It kicks off with grower demonstrations and flower bulb planting, followed by a brief presentation about the Barham Farmway & Greenway development. Concert performances follow from Straight Ahead and The Sun Messengers.

Music on the Green is possible thanks to the generous support of Enterprise Community Partners. The Barham Farmway & Greenway Project is being developed by U-SNAP- BAC with  support from The Kresge Foundation. The project will transform Barham Street into an asset that connects the neighborhood and provides agricultural opportunities for local growers.

During Music on the Green, all members of the community are invited to review, comment, and vote on potential ideas from community members & technical teams who will present several ideas for the first phase of the project.

Music on the Green Schedule

  • 1:00-1:30 pm:  Grower Demonstrations & Flower Bulb Planting
  • 1:30 pm: Welcome & Barham Vision Presentation
  • 2:00 pm: Straight Ahead, featuring eclectic, soulful, jazz, Latin & jazzy hip-hop
  • 3:30 pm: The Sun Messengers, Detroit’s favorite dance band with Motown and more

​Music on the Green takes place rain or shine. Guests are asked to bring their own chairs.  Parking will be available on Lakepointe and Beaconsfield & vacant lots as directed. More information is available at www.usnapbac.org and (313) 640-1100.

About The Barham Farmway & Greenway & Project

U-SNAP-BAC, with support from The Kresge Foundation, is developing a plan to eliminate dumping, improve safety, and create an asset that connects the neighborhood to active recreation and agricultural opportunities on Barham. Community members and technical teams are currently researching and designing ideas for the first phase of the project.

About U-SNAP-BAC

U-SNAP-BAC (United Streets Networking and Planning; Building A Community) was incorporated in 1987 by a consortium of seven (7) neighborhood organizations and four (4) business associations to revitalize the east side of Detroit. The organization is designed to promote economic growth and neighborhood improvement through coalition building, resource development, joint planning and programming.

Programs include classes in home buying and ownership, home repair, rehabilitation of vacant properties, demolition of unsafe structures, as well as infrastructure repair, new home development and affordable rentals. Since 1987, U-SNAP-BAC has completed more than 1000 home repairs, rehabbed 65 vacant structures and constructed 131 units of affordable rental and single family homes for low and moderate income families.

U-SNAP-BAC currently serves as an intake center for the City of Detroit 0% interest Home Repair Loans.

U-SNAP-BAC provides training for potential homebuyers to prepare them for their first home; how to qualify for a mortgage, understanding predatory lending, how to read a credit report and what it means to be financially fit and avoid foreclosure.

Staff are HUD and MSHDA certified counselors and are available for one-on-one sessions, as well as group sessions to equip homebuyers and homeowners with the tools necessary to acquire and maintain the home of their dreams.

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Paul W. Smith Golf Classic Raises Over $500,000 for Detroit PAL

14th ANNUAL PAUL W. SMITH GOLF CLASSIC RAISES OVER $500,000 FOR DETROIT PAL

·         Net proceeds from the 14th Annual Paul W. Smith Golf Classic on Aug. 7, 2017 exceed $500,000 for Detroit PAL programs

·         Paul’s PALs contributions, designed for the public to participate in the event, were nearly $60,000 and included a match from Farm Bureau Insurance

·         The Paul W. Smith Golf Classic, the largest fundraiser for Detroit PAL, has raised nearly $6M in net proceeds to date and supports 13,000 PAL participants annually 

DETROIT, August 10, 2017 – The 14th annual Paul W. Smith Golf Classic raised just over $506,000 net for Detroit PAL, bringing the total financial contribution to nearly $6M net since 2004. Monies go directly to Detroit PAL athletic, academic and leadership programs which have expanded through the event’s support to reach 13,000 young people living in the City of Detroit.

The Paul W. Smith Golf Classic, held at the historic Detroit Golf Club, featured a day of golf, camaraderie and dining and was attended by 270 corporate and community representatives. Event proceeds were raised from sponsorships and individual contributions of nearly $60,000 to Paul’s PALs which were matched by a match from Farm Bureau Insurance.

“The goal of the tournament since the beginning is the check we write to Detroit PAL,” Paul W. Smith, said.  “We are thrilled that the corporate community and the many caring individuals we have been able to bring together over the last 14 years have now raised nearly $6M in net proceeds for Detroit PAL. Thanks to these supporters, I am proud to report Detroit PAL has been able to increase its services and capacity to serve 13,000 of our city’s young people.”

The Paul W. Smith Golf Classic is considered one of the region’s most productive charity golf outings and is made possible through the support of sponsors. The Title Sponsor each year is News/Talk 760 WJR and Ford Motor Company is Tournament Sponsor. Joining them as Presenting Sponsors were Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, DTE Energy Foundation, FCA Foundation, General Motors Corporation and Toyota Motor Sales, USA.

Other sponsors are listed at www.paulwsmithgolf.com/sponsors. Individuals can still make contributions at www.paulwsmithgolf.com/pauls-pals-donations.

About The Paul W. Smith Golf Classic

The Paul W. Smith Golf Classic is the single largest annual fundraiser for Detroit PAL. Now celebrating its 14th year, the tournament has raised nearly $6 million net since 2004. Since the tournament’s inception, Paul W. Smith, legendary radio personality and talk show host from News/Talk 760 WJR, has championed the event, serving as a dedicated event chair and sponsor solicitor. Corporate and community support includes Title Sponsor, Cumulus Media’s News/Talk 760 WJR; and include Tournament Sponsor Ford Motor Company, Presenting Sponsors Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, DTE Energy Foundation, FCA Foundation, General Motors Corporation and Toyota Motor Sales, USA. For more information, and to view a complete list of sponsors, visit www.paulwsmithgolf.com.

About Detroit PAL

Detroit PAL is a nonprofit organization positively impacting the lives of over 13,000 children each year through athletics, academic and leadership development programs with roots dating back to 1969. Detroit PAL empowers the community by training volunteer coaches and creating safe places for kids to play. Each year, Detroit PAL teaches nearly 1,700 caring community members how to be encouraging and effective mentors. For more information, please visit www.detroitpal.org

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Mahindra 2017 Urban Agriculture Grants and Summer Music Concert

MEDIA ADVISORY: NEW EVENT DATE

Mahindra 2017 Urban Agriculture Grants and Summer Music Concert – July 27

WHAT:                  

Mahindra will present over $100,000 in support to local non-profit organizations engaged in urban agriculture. Following the presentation Mahindra kicks off a music series in a working garden in downtown Detroit.

WHERE:    

Lafayette Greens
132 West Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226
Near the intersection of W Lafayette Blvd and Shelby St

WHEN: 

Thursday, July 27, 2017
5:30 – 6 :00 p.m. Media Opportunity with Mahindra representatives and grantees.
7:00 p.m. Presentation to charities preceding concert.

WHO:     

Mahindra is the world’s largest tractor company by volume and the third in the US.

Their North American technical center opened in Metro Detroit in 2013.

Later this year, Mahindra will announce a facility which will be the first new automotive assembly facility in Metro Detroit in 25 years.

The Greening of Detroit’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for Detroiters by planting trees, repurposing the land to create beautiful and productive green spaces and helping communities rebuild neighborhoods one lot at a time. Recipient of Mahindra Urban Agriculture grants, they also are the beneficiary of the concert series starting July 27.

WHY IT’S IMPORTANT:

Mahindra is a driving force in urban agriculture. Detroit has become known for its urban agriculture initiatives and their impact on reviving the city.

Since 2015 Mahindra has donated over $300,000 in cash and equipment to support sustainable farming and gardening in the city of Detroit.  Mahindra grants to date have provided Detroiters with over 1 million pounds of fresh produce and distributed more than 200,000 seeds and seedlings across 1,600 Detroit gardens.

Mahindra Summer Music Series

Concerts take place Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in Lafayette Greens. The music series benefits The Greening of Detroit. Concerts are at 7 p.m. on July 27 (Asamu Johnson  & The Associates of the Blues), and August 24 (Samantha Farrrell) Tickets are $10 and available at tiny.cc/mahindra-concerts or on site.

About Mahindra Automotive North America

Mahindra Automotive North America (MANA) is Mahindra’s North American automotive headquarters.  In addition to leading all North America activity, MANA is a comprehensive automotive design, engineering, and vehicle development center.  Established in 2013 and located in Troy, Michigan, MANA’s team of veteran executives, engineers and designers, working with affiliate Mahindraautomotive teams in India, Korea and Italy, is playing a key role in growing Mahindra’s global automotive business. Visit: www.mahindranatc.com

About Mahindra

The Mahindra Group is a USD 19 billion federation of companies that enables people to rise through innovative mobility solutions, driving rural prosperity, enhancing urban living, nurturing new businesses and fostering communities. It has a leadership position in utility vehicles, information technology, financial services and vacation ownership in India and is the world’s largest tractor company, by volume.  It also enjoys a strong presence in agribusiness, components, commercial vehicles, consulting services, energy, industrial equipment, logistics, real estate, steel, aerospace, defence and two wheelers. Headquartered in India, Mahindra employs over 200,000 people across 100 countries. Learn more about Mahindra on www.mahindra.com / Twitter and Facebook: @MahindraRise.

 

 

 

 

 

Landscapes to Dreamscapes:

Visions by Two Artists Opens May 20

GROSSE POINTE, Mich., April 27, 2017 –  Two artists shared their visions of things observed and imagined in an exhibit entitled Landscapes to Dreamscapes.  The art of Roselyn Rhodes and Linda Allen is on exhibit in downtown Mt. Clemens from May 20 through June 4.

The exhibit runs May 20- June 4 at The Loft Fine Art, 81 Macomb Place, Mt. Clemens, 48043. There is a complimentary opening night reception with refreshments with the artists on Saturday, May 20 from 6-9 p.m.  The Loft Fine Art is open Mondays- through Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m.

The artists will also be in the gallery on June 4 from noon to 5:00 p.m. which coincides with the Art! Macomb- Mt. Clemens Art Fair running June 2-4, 2017.

Rhodes and Allen are Grosse Pointe residents and Allen is a native of Mt. Clemens. This is their first collaboration.

To learn more about the artists, visit www.artwithrose.com for information on Roselyn Rhodes and contact Linda Allen at lindaalleninmi@yahoo.com.

 

Music on the Plaza Celebrates 30 Years in The Village

 

Presented by St. John Hospital & Medical Center

GROSSE POINTE, Mich., May 11, 2017 – Recognized as “Grosse Pointe’s original summer music series,” Music on the Plaza opens its 30th concert season on Thursday, June 8 with a spectacular double header program that features concert performances by the Grosse Pointe North High School jazz band and the Grosse Pointe South High School jazz band.

The Music on the Plaza concert series is produced by the Grosse Pointe Village Downtown Development Authority and sponsored by St. John Hospital & Medical Center with support from individuals and organizations of the community.

Concerts take place on Thursday evenings from June 8-August 3 on an outdoor stage, located at the corner of Kercheval Avenue and St. Clair Avenue, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There will be no concert on July 27 in order to accommodate The Village Sidewalk Sale, which takes place Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29.

Music on the Plaza concerts celebrate many of the best loved artists in metropolitan Detroit’s music community and highlights musicians from the region. This season incorporates a variety of musical styles from jazz to country and blues. Grosse Pointe resident Devin Scillian and his band Arizona Son make their Music on the Plaza debut thanks to sponsorship from Ray Laethem.

For nearly three decades, the corner of St. Clair and Kercheval avenues has become Grosse Pointe’s meet-up spot on Thursday evenings during summer. Highlighting the special sense of a “walkable community,” residents of all ages come to The Village on foot, riding bikes, and pushing strollers. The evening concerts make a great time to catch up with old friends and to establish new friendships as Grosse Pointers dine in Village restaurants before and after the concerts.

The Music on the Plaza series of eight family friendly concerts are free of charge and open to the public. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. The performances take place, rain or shine. In the event of rain, the concerts will be held at Maire Elementary School, 740 Cadieux Road, two blocks west from the normal site. Venue changes due to weather and other notifications will be posted online via Facebook, www.facebook.com/thevillagegrossepointe, on the evening of the concert.

Scheduled bands and performance dates are as follows:

  • June 8 – GP North Jazz Band & GP South Jazz Band
    Award-winning jazz bands made up of students from Grosse Pointe North and South High Schools.
    Sponsored by Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe
  • June 15 – Rhythm Society Orchestra
    Grosse Pointe Farm’s own Paul King croons with the swinging 15 piece big band, Rhythm Society Orchestra, authentically re-creating the sights and sounds of the swing era.
  •  June 22 – Alvin Waddles & Friends
    A true “Detroit Original,” the pianist leads an iconic trio celebrating the music from the first half of the 20th century.
  • June 29 – Devin Scillian with Arizona Son
    An accomplished musician, songwriter and WDIV Channel 4 News Anchorman, Devin Scillian has released four albums of original songs. Sponsored by Ray Laethem
  • July 6 – The Millionaires
    Swing, Jump Blues and Latin Jazz from long-time area favorites.
  • July 13 – Scott Gwinnell Group
    Scott Gwinnell is a multi-award winning jazz pianist/composer who leads an ensemble comprised of some of the top jazz musicians in Detroit.
  • July 20 – Marge’s Bar Band
    Now in its 48th year, the six-piece ensemble delivers vintage jazz & swing pioneered by Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, Bessie Smith and the greats.
  • Aug 3 – The Sun Messengers
    It wouldn’t be summer without Grosse Pointe’s favorite dance band, a perfect cap to the series.

Note in Schedule: There is no concert July 27, the week of The Village Sidewalk Sale.

Produced by the Grosse Pointe Village Downtown Development Authority, the Music on the Plaza jazz concert series is made possible through corporate and community support.

St. John Hospital & Medical Center returns as the official title sponsor. In addition, sponsors and supporters include Jazz Lovers: Ray Laethem, State Farm Insurance, Adlhoch & Associates/Flagstar. Jazz Master: Sunrise Senior Living, Stifel. Partner Sponsor: Grosse Pointe Geek, Wayne County Community College District . Presenting Artist:  Devin Scillian and Arizona Son- Ray Laethem, GP North & South High School Jazz Bands Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe. Series Sponsor: TCBY and Sanders. Series Supporters: Bikes, Blades and Boards, Massage Green and Old Pony Martini Bar. Providing promotional support are media sponsors, Grosse Pointe News, Grosse Pointe Times, Pointe Magazine, and WRCJ 90.9 FM.

Additional information about the series and The Village, downtown Grosse Pointe, is available at www.thevillagegp.com.

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Pro Musica of Detroit presents New Music Detroit

In concert Friday, May 5, 2017 at The Max       

DETROIT, April 17, 2017 – Experience the art of music at its finest and most contemporary when Pro Musica presents New Music Detroit on Friday, May 5, at the Cube in the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center in Detroit. Presenting a repertoire of modern and contemporary classical works, the concert program begins at 7:30 p.m.

New Music Detroit is an incredible ensemble comprised of top talents from the professional, classic music ranks. Calling themselves a “musical collective, more than a formal ensemble,” New Music Detroit’s primary members are Vicky Chow, piano; Gina DiBello, violin; Ian Ding, percussion; Una O’Riordan, cello; Shannon Orme, clarinets; and Erik Rönmark, saxophones.

Each a virtuosic musician, the artists are active soloists and members of leading symphonies, including the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and the cultural and academic worlds. Specializing in chamber works from the late 20th century to the present day, New Music Detroit was honored as a Kresge Arts Fellow in 2014.

New Music Detroit has been hailed as the flagship new music ensemble in the region. The ensemble regularly draws upon super-talented guest artists from in and around Detroit and Southeast Michigan, as well as the broader new music community. The group has developed a loyal following of young fans. Along with other leading Detroit-area performing arts and cultural organizations, they have produced and performed “Strange, Beautiful Music,” now an annual tradition at Orchestra Hall, drawing hundreds of young new/contemporary music fans every year.

“Pro Musica presents New Music Detroit” will be held in the intimate Cube at The Max on Friday, May 5. Individual ticket prices are $45 for Cabaret Table Seating; $25 for Theater Seats; and $10 for Student Tickets (and school drivers). VIP seating with valet parking are $90 each. Tickets are available by calling the Detroit Symphony Orchestra Box Office, (313) 576-5111, and online at DSO.org. All tickets include an Afterglow reception with the artists in the Orchestra Hall Atrium. Concert doors open at 7 p.m. An informal pre-concert presentation begins at 7:15 p.m.

The performance by New Music Detroit represents the final concert in the Pro Musica of Detroit 2016-2017 season, the not-for-profit cultural institution’s 90th concert season. The 2016-2017 season also included concert performances by the Escher Quartet in September, 2016 and the Poulenc Trio in March of this year. For details, please visit promusicadetroit.com.

About Pro Musica of Detroit

Now entering its 90th season, the mission of Pro Musica of Detroit is to present artists and works at the forefront of classical music. Many of the world’s most eminent names in music, including composers Béla Bartók, Maurice Ravel, Aaron Copland, Michael Daugherty and Kristjan Järvi, and performers who include Joshua Bell, Ray Chen, Paul Huang, Amit Peled, Ivan Moshchuk and Cuarteto Latinoamericano, have given our audiences a deeper appreciation for the wonder that is music and the artists who make it possible. Pro Musica of Detroit is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. To learn more about Pro Musica of Detroit, please visit promusicadetroit.com.

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N E W   M U S I C   D E T R O I T

 

Vicky Chow, piano

Gina DiBello, violin

Ian Ding, percussion

Una O’Riordan, cello

Shannon Orme, clarinets

Erik Rönmark, saxophones

 

Program

Karakurenai                                      ANDY AKIHO (b. 1979)

Number 9                    GABRIELLA SMITH (b. 1994)

Gravity                  HADI AYANBOD (b. 1980)

Mara’s Lullaby (from Tight Sweater)               MARC MELLITS (b. 1966)

Prime                                  MARC MELLITS

Learn Winning Strategies to Attract, Motivate and Retain Top Talent

Special Program May 16 at Kart 2 Kart

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich., April 27, 2017 – The keys to attracting, motivating and retaining top talent in today’s business world are on the agenda at an innovative event May 16 at Kart 2 Kart. Other items on the itinerary cover creating new opportunities, setting mutually beneficial goals and making fun at work and in personal life.

“How to Attract, Motivate and Retain Top Talent” addresses the pressing challenges of building and maintaining winning professional teams in today’s tumultuous job market. Designed as an evening of networking and fun for business owners and executives, the event features a brief program about ways to attract, motivate and retain top talent

Business owners working to build strong teams may be surprised to learn that more than half of employees are dissatisfied and seeking their next job. Gallup Research also found that a lack of professional development and career growth is the new number one reason employees leave a company in today’s market.

In order to stop the loss of seasoned talent, attendees will discover innovative ways to reward employees, motivate staff, and strengthen teams through shared experiences.

One way to accomplish that is changing the way a business owner may look at travel. Representatives from Royal Caribbean Cruise will illuminate the benefits of changing how one thinks about travel from a method of transport to a means of attracting and incentivizing top talent.

“How to Attract, Motivate and Retain Top Talent” takes place 5:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16 at Kart 2 Kart Karting and Conference Center, 42705 Van Dyke, Sterling Heights, Mich. Cost of the program is $20 for two guests and includes beer, wine and hot hors d’oeuvres. A portion of the proceeds will benefit local charities. Guests can register online at  www.elitesuccesspartners.com/event/how-to-attract-motivate-retain-top-talent/.

Among the evening’s topics is how the building of a culture of fun and energy helps retain great talent. Demonstrating that fun, guests will be invited to drive Kart 2 Kart’s Pro Karts modeled after racing karts, the same style that professional drivers started out in. Powered by a Honda 6.5 horsepower engine, drivers can achieve speeds upwards of 35 mph on a 1/5 mile, 6-turn road course.

The event is a collaboration between Elite Success Partners, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, KEO RIS Marketing and Kart 2 Kart Karting and Conference Center.

About Kart 2 Kart Indoor Karting & Conference Center

Kart 2 Kart offers the latest in indoor racing technology in a safe, clean and authentic racing atmosphere. The track is operated using the most current professional motor sports safety systems, including warning lights, soft barrier systems, enforced driving standards, and an automatic computerized lap timing system. Drivers are fully briefed on the equipment they use and track safety and the entire circuit is overseen by the trained Kart 2 Kart staff.

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Alger Theatre Adds New Rooftop Terrace

DETROIT, Feb. 8, 2017 — Friends of the Alger Theater are about to take their mission to create a welcoming destination for arts and culture in the City of Detroit to another level. The organization announced today that it has commenced construction of a new Rooftop Terrace that will debut this year.

Construction on the Alger Rooftop Terrace is expected to last through spring of 2017. The new open-air, elevated patio will serve as a public gathering space for outdoor films, performances, party rentals, meetings and a place to enjoy the company of friends and neighbors. The Alger Rooftop Terrace is scheduled for public debut in mid-June.

The new project marks the next phase of the non-profit group Friends of the Alger Theater’s mission to activate and restore the theater and establish a welcoming destination all members of the community. Volunteers and loyal donors have paved the pathway over the past 30 years in order to make this project to be possible.

This phase of The Alger Theater reactivation is made possible through a number of funders and agencies. Fundraising kicked off a 2015 Patronicity campaign through a partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Funds raised from individuals  were matched by the MEDC. The Lear Corporation provided the balance of dollars required for design and permitting this first phase construction. To date $200,000 has been raised for the rooftop terrace and related construction.

The project includes the face of the East Warren storefronts which will be available for rent. Additional funds are needed to prepare the storefronts for commercial tenants. Specifically funds are needed for the installation of electric, plumbing, heating and the build-out of the interior spaces. Tax-deductible donations can be made at www.algertheater.org.

The construction project is overseen by D&S Contractors of Berkley. The theater has national, state and local historic designation requiring the appearance of the exterior of the building is to remain in character with the original 1935 design. The Friends have used historic photos as a reference for selection of new materials since none of the original architectural plans are known to exist. Any remaining fixtures or architectural details that may be original to the building will be archived to provide visual reference for the future.

The mission of The Friends of The Alger Theater is to activate and restore the Alger Theater and establish a welcoming destination for arts, entertainment, and education in the community.  The revitalized Alger Theater is intended to become the neighborhood catalyst driving new commercial, social, and cultural development to advance a vibrant community. More information is available at www.algertheater.org.