 Detroit is the largest city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the seat of Wayne County. Today, it is known as the world's traditional automotive center and an important source of popular music—legacies celebrated by the city's two familiar nicknames, Motor City and Motown.
Detroit is currently experiencing a downtown revival with the construction of the Compuware headquarters, a recently renovated Renaissance Center, three gambling casinos, new stadiums, and a Riverwalk. The city serves as an entertainment hub for the metropolitan region. (Information provided by Wikipedia .)
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FLIPPING THE SWITCH ON CRIME 25TH ANNUAL NATIONAL NIGHT OUT |
8/4/2008
Detroit News
On Tuesday, August 5, residents will come together and join the Detroit Police Department in celebrating the 25th Annual National Night Out campaign. Detroit’s National Night Out festivities are among the largest in the state and draw families from all across the city. Their participation is a firm stance against crime within their communities. This crime awareness event is also aimed at reinforcing police-community partnerships to create safer and cleaner neighborhoods. Detroit Police Chief Ella Bully-Cummings will lead the charge attending several citywide National Night Out scheduled events.
Free food and exciting activities are always plentiful on this evening. The Detroit Police Department recognized the importance of this enjoyable yet informative community event early on and has taken part in National Night Out celebrations since the beginning in 1983.
More than 34 million people throughout the United States, Canada, and U.S. military bases worldwide are expected to take part in National Night Out events this year. Residents unable to participate in onsite events are encouraged to express their support by turning on exterior lights of their homes on the evening of August 5, 2008.
National Night Out is an opportunity to:
Heighten awareness of drug and crime prevention efforts
Generate support and participation in crime prevention efforts
Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community relations |
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CITY OF DETROIT TO HOST SENIOR FRIENDSHIP DAY AT CHENE PARK JULY 15 |
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7/11/2008
Detroit News
More than 3,000 Detroit area seniors will enjoy a special day of entertainment and activities at the annual Senior Friendship Day and Health Fair on Tuesday, July 15 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Chene Park. The annual event is presented by the Detroit Recreation Department, City of Detroit Senior Citizens Department, and the Detroit Area Agency on Aging. This free event will include lunch, an intergenerational variety show featuring jazz, R&B, gospel, steel drums and more. In addition, health care information and screenings will be available.
“Our senior citizens are the cornerstone of our community. It is our pleasure to be able to honor and celebrate our seniors with a day of entertainment, lunch and fellowship," said Lawrence C. Hemingway, Detroit Recreation Department Interim Director. For more information, call (313) 628-0968.
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