Bardstown Bourbon Company 'Old Fashioned' Fundraiser Helps Support Gleaners Food Bank
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Bardstown Bourbon Company 'Old Fashioned' Fundraiser Helps Support Gleaners Food Bank

All month long Bardstown Bourbon Company and seven local craft cocktail bars have partnered to raise funds for Gleaners Community Food Bank during Hunger Action Month. During the month of September, stop in to Castalia, Charlie’s Still on Main, Experience Zuzu, Frame, Oak & Reel, Olin, Standby, and Sugar House to enjoy a signature Old Fashioned. $1 from each signature Old Fashioned sold will be donated to Gleaners. The Bardstown Bourbon Company is a New Blend of Bourbon Makers, pushing the boundaries through innovation, while honoring the traditional art of making whiskey. Set on 100 acres of active farmland in the heart of the Bourbon Capital of the World®️, we produce the highest-quality Kentucky bourbon, whiskey, and rye brands as well as offer custom whiskey production through our one-of-a-kind Collaborative Distilling Program. We are the first Napa Valley style destination on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®️ to combine distilling, culinary, and beverage expertise to create a modern, authentic bourbon experience.

The only cocktail party in Metro Detroit where your dog is invited
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The only cocktail party in Metro Detroit where your dog is invited

70th Anniversary ?Platinum Style? at our 14th Annual Yappy Hour! Thursday, September 21, 2023 | 6 ? 9 PM The historic gardens of Meadow Brook Hall Yappy Hour is the only cocktail party in Metro Detroit where your dog is invited! Grab your pup and come enjoy a spectacular evening to benefit the dogs and cats of the Michigan Animal Rescue League. Guests will enjoy delicious cocktails and food, gourmet dog treats, red carpet photography, a silent auction, and so much more ? there?s something for everyone and their four-legged friend at Yappy Hour!

Michigan-Based Blake's Hard Cider and Gypsy Spirits Collaborate on Limited-Edition Apple Pie Vodka
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Michigan-Based Blake's Hard Cider and Gypsy Spirits Collaborate on Limited-Edition Apple Pie Vodka

ARMADA, Mich. – Aug. 28, 2023 – It’s a match made in Michigan. Armada’s Blake’s Hard Cider (BHC) and Petoskey-based Gypsy Spirits have teamed up for the first time to create a seasonal batch Apple Pie Vodka. The limited-edition 40-proof spirit will be sold initially onsite at all Blake’s Tasting Room locations and Gypsy’s Tasting Rooms beginning Aug. 28 before expanded distribution to Michigan retailers including Meijer, Total Wine, and independent retailers in September. Infused with BHC’s famous fresh pressed apple cider directly from Blake’s orchard, cinnamon, and brown sugar, the Apple Pie Vodka is a smooth, easy drinking vodka that tastes like a fall dessert in a glass. Gypsy Vodka, founded in 2015 by twin brothers Michael and Adam Kazanowski, began producing a small batch apple pie vodka in 2020 but, restrained by limited production capacity, it was only available at its Tasting Room. Through the BHC partnership this year and their ability to source apples from their family-owned farm, the company is able to scale up and produce enough product to release the new Apple Pie Vodka statewide. The 750mL bottle (20% ABV) will retail at $24.95. “When we first began talks with Blake’s about this collaboration we were literally blown away,” said Michael Kazanowski, co-founder, Gypsy Vodka. “We have followed and admired Blake's story and rise since we began our company in 2015, so this partnership allows us the opportunity to work with one of the best cider houses in the country to finally release this limited-edition vodka to people all over the state.” This is BHC’s first venture in the spirits category but one they have wanted to develop for a while. The company obtained a distiller’s license several years ago to pursue apple-centric beverage opportunities outside of hard cider. “We knew we had one shot to do this properly and had to partner with a company as passionate about their products as we are and I believe we found that with Michael, Adam and their team,” said Andrew Blake, president, Blake’s Hard Cider. “The end result is the best of both our worlds for our companies and customers, and we look forward to other potential collaborations in the future.” Visit www.gypsyvodka.com and www.blakeshardcider.com for more information.

Detroit Health Department to Host Biggest, Healthiest Block Party in Detroit
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Detroit Health Department to Host Biggest, Healthiest Block Party in Detroit

Detroit Health Department to Host Biggest, Healthiest Block Party in Detroit • Health resources • Vaccinations for all ages • Free health screenings • Free smoke detectors on a first-come, first-served basis • Fun, food, music and more The Detroit Health Department’s 2 nd Annual Block Party will take place on Saturday, September 9th from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. The event will be held rain or shine on John R Street adjacent to the Detroit Health Department at 100 Mack Avenue. “We are inviting all Detroiters to have some fun and join us at the biggest, healthiest Block Party in Detroit,” said Denise Fair Razo, Chief Public Health Officer. “We want to take this opportunity to invite everyone to get reacquainted with all the services the Detroit Health Department offers to promote healthy living. During the event, vaccines for all ages will be available plus reproductive health testing, free health screenings, and more. There will be giveaways, free food, free smoke detectors will be provided on a first-come first-served basis, a live DJ, dancing with Fast Freddie, a hula hoop contest, and fun for the entire family!” Every team within the Detroit Health Department will be represented, which now includes CeaseFire Detroit, a community-based violence prevention initiative. The Detroit Health Department is also teaming up with valued community partners to produce an event that will be even bigger than last year, with even more providers offering health care products and services. For more information, visit www.detroitmi.gov/health and click here to pre-register for the event. The Detroit Health Department wishes to thank the following sponsors who will partner with us for this event: • Delta Dental of Michigan • United Healthcare Community Plan • Wayne Pediatrics • The Horizons Project • Karmanos Cancer Institute (Office of Cancer Health Equity & Community Engagement) • Autism Alliance of Michigan • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan • Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute • Meridian Health • Big Sisters in Nursing • My Community Dental Centers • Detroit Police Department • Detroit Fire Department • Wayne County Sheriff Department • First Aid First (CPR & Stop the Bleed trainings) • Alzheimer’s Association • Zero Waste Detroit • Detroit Recycles • Lions International • Detroit Parent Network • Central City Health • U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) • ACCESS (Assisting. Improving. Empowering.) • All of City of Detroit Departments

2nd Annual Motor City Roots Festival Returns on Sunday September 17th at Eloise Asylum
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2nd Annual Motor City Roots Festival Returns on Sunday September 17th at Eloise Asylum

MCR Is proud to announce its second annual festival. We are excited to build on the success of last year. With over 5,000 attendees we're anticipating an even larger turnout this year. Our marketing efforts will be focused on making sure sponsors receive maximum exposure, with promotions across various platforms, including social media, local and national magazines, billboards, and press releases. Get ready for an explosive lineup at Motor City Roots Festival! This year, we’re proud to showcase the incredible talents of Babyface Ray, Jeezy, Yung LB from Runtz, and Antonio Brown. Brace yourself for electrifying performances that will leave you craving more. Join us and witness the bold, unforgettable moments created by these extraordinary artists at Motor City Roots Festival! Motor City Roots: Haunted Edition - Step into the chilling world of mystery and intrigue as we bring you a spine-tingling weekend like no other. Immerse yourself in the haunted history of Eloise Asylum, where the past meets the present in eerie harmony. Join fellow thrill-seekers and festival goers for a hauntingly unforgettable adventure, featuring captivating performances, ghostly art installations, and a sense of intrigue that lingers in the air. Be prepared to dance with the supernatural, embrace the unknown, and become part of a community that embraces the thrill of fear. September 17, 2023 - 1 PM - 12 AM - 18+

New program will ensure that kids get nutritious food for the weekends
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New program will ensure that kids get nutritious food for the weekends

Higher Hopes! has great news for families with students enrolled in the Head Start programs in Detroit for the 2023-2024 school year. The 501 (C)(3) is very pleased to announce that it has partnered with Blessings in a Backpack to provide nutritious and delicious food for the weekend so students return to school on Mondays ready to learn. Blessings in a Backpack is a national organization that helps put together food meal kits that are sent home with children for the weekend. The menus for food sent home on Fridays are designed by a licensed dietician, a team of educators, and kids. The food is shelf-stable and can be eaten without the aid of can openers, microwaves, or even refrigerators. Perfect for tiny hands, the food is also healthy and places an emphasis on high fiber and protein. The food is meant to ensure that kids no longer go hungry on the weekends. Surveys conducted by the organization have found that Blessings in a Backpack participants also experience the following impact: • 78% feel cared for by their community • 71% feel they are helping their family • 70% say their attendance at school is better • 69% say it is easier to learn • 67% say their family is happier • 62% say they are hungry less often • 60% have fewer behavioral issues at school “We are so excited to bring this program to our Head Start facilities in Detroit and even more excited to help stamp out weekend hunger pangs,” says Bill Birndorf, founder of Higher Hopes! “We’re now accepting donations to help support this program and people can do so on our website at www.higherhopesdetroit.org. It’s an amazing program as only $150 will see one child given weekend food throughout the entire school year. For the first year our aim is to provide weekend food to a minimum of 1,500 children per month and we are aggressively working to raise $200,000 to fund this program. Looking forward, our long-term goal is to grow the number of children reached each year. With this very important and meaningful program we want kids to come to school on Monday morning without the pains of hunger that they might experience without our involvement.” Corporate and individual contributions are always welcome and can be made at www.higherhopesdetroit.org or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/higherhopesdetroit. For more information about Higher Hopes! and interviews with Bill Birndorf, please call 248/360-9300, email volunteer@higherhopesdetroit.org, or visit www.higherhopesdetroit.org.

Scott Wolchek joins the Fox 2 Family
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Scott Wolchek joins the Fox 2 Family

We are very pleased to announce the addition of a new Reporter/Anchor to Fox 2: Scott Wolchek. Scott is an Oakland University grad who has worked as a reporter at WILX in Lansing and WNEM in Saginaw. He's also worked locally at CW 50, Total Traffic & Weather Networks. Scott is thrilled to join Fox 2 and says it has been his dream since he was first featured in a Fame or Shame on Chia Pets back when he was 6 with his dad.

Free Program for Metro Detroit Women to Learn Computer Skills Plus Obtain Employment-related Counseling in Fall 2023
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Free Program for Metro Detroit Women to Learn Computer Skills Plus Obtain Employment-related Counseling in Fall 2023

A free four-week program for metro Detroit women who have been out of the workforce and need to learn basic computer skills, essential for many employment opportunities, and job search skills, will have an informational meeting on Sept. 7 at Gesher Human Services (29699 Southfield Road, Southfield MI 48076). The program, Springboard to Success, combines the nonprofit’s successful Women to Work program, which has helped thousands of women obtain work since the 1980s, with Gesher’s Computer Basics Class for job seekers. Women who believe their chief obstacle to successfully search for and secure a job is a lack of computer knowledge, can just take the computer training portion of the program. Earlier this year, a report from American Progress stated that despite women’s employment levels having returned to pre-pandemic levels, having minor children at home still disproportionally reduces a woman’s employment opportunities. Springboard to Success will begin on Sept. 12 and run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon, ending on Oct. 5. For more information go to www.geshermi.org/womentowork. “With inflation and mortgage rates so high, we know that many moms are now thinking about going back into the workforce this school year to help their family’s budget,” explained Employment Specialist Judy Richmond, who is the Women to Work coordinator. “There can be many obstacles to a woman getting appropriate employment, especially when their children are young, and we are able to provide the vital skills they need to land a job which works for them, whether it is full-time, part-time, or remote.” The program is completely free and includes: • Computer basics: creating, editing, saving, and moving files; keyboard and mouse usage; navigating the internet; translating tech terms; the cloud; safety • In-depth vocational assessment • Employment-related group counseling and emotional support • Help with networking, resume writing and interviewing • Stress management • Information and referrals to support services Richmond added that stress management is an important part of the program because of the added pressures so many women have faced in recent years from the pandemic and the economy. “Many women remain their family’s primary caregivers, whether that is for children or looking after elderly relatives, and we know that to be successful at balancing work and family, keeping stress in check is vital,” she explained. Women to Work was a program founded in the 1980s to help women who suddenly needed immediate employment due to bereavement, divorce, loss of a spouse’s job or other similar situations. The program has helped more than 2,000 women in Wayne, Macomb and Oakland counties prepare themselves to get back into the workforce. For more information, reach out to class coordinator Judy For more information, reach out to class coordinator Judy Richmond, by calling 248.233.4232 or emailing jrichmond@geshermi.org.

Hegira Health Talks About Back to School Anxiety
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Hegira Health Talks About Back to School Anxiety

Hegira Health, Inc. talk about behavioral health and substance Back to school ? Anxiety, depression, suicide, and other mental health conditions are on the rise in school age children. Hegira Health?s children and adolescents? clinicians can offer tips for parents to address children?s mental health and get children ready to go back to school.