16th annual 'Community Group Art Exhibition' at DIA

When you enter through the art entrance, more than 100 projects are on display. Each of them was created by nine different Tri-County community groups, including Hope House, CARE of Southeastern Michigan, Detroit Recovery Project, Dingell VA Medical Center, Mariners Inn, Macomb County Community Mental Health, Soul Studio, Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency, and Hannan Center.

Annual Adopt-A-Family campaign gives thousands of gifts back

Doctor Chad Addy and his team at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries continue to prioritize their work and their community-driven initiatives, like their annual Adopt a Family Holiday Program, which this year, believe it or not, celebrates 20 years of giving back to the people who are in need.

Santa teams up with Melvindale police for some holiday cheer

It was a jolly good time in one southern Wayne County city as unsuspecting citizens were pulled over. But the surprise waiting for them was some gift cards and cash, rather than a ticket. For this community, the celebration goes deeper than just enjoying the season - but honoring one of their own.

Motor City Kwanzaa Celebration and Kinara Lighting

December 26th, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The program officially kicks off, leading to the symbolic lighting of the Unity candle at sunset (around 5:00 pm). DAILY LIGHTING: Don’t miss the daily lighting of the Kinara, happening promptly between 5:00 pm and 5:15 pm. It’s a sight to behold and an experience that embodies the spirit of Kwanzaa.