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SECOND AVENUE STREET
MARKET An eclectic assortment of Detroit memorabilia, collectibles, fashion and art ... It is the retail shopping district of the Comerica TasteFest as the Pure Detroit Stage provides a cutting-edge soundtrack. |
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Town Pump Tavern 100 West Montcalm, Detroit (313) 961-1929 This famous watering hole, usually located behind the Fox Theater, relocates to the plaza in front of the New Center One building, bringing its legendary bartenders to serve up all your favorite cocktails and brews.
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Art Market 1345 Division #101, Detroit (313) 259-5550 A haven for African imports, Rod Spencer’s Art Market carries vignette home décor, textiles, jewelry and objects of art from Africa and Asia.
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blackfokapparel www.blackfokapparel.com Local artists Gaylesha Simmons and Khamisi Benford created blackfokapparel eight years ago, inspired by the urgency to create a clothing line that truly reflected the inner-city life of Detroit. Sporting their motto “Celebrate Life, Celebrate Love, Celebrate Family,” and other thought-provoking designs this year at TasteFest, blackfokapparel will also feature their WhatURep? and LadyLike t-shirt and tank top lines.
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Burning
Bead Studio
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By-Worjloh Pottery Cadillac Place, Detroit (313) 532-4727 By Worjloh, a unique gift and art shop in Cadillac Place, returns to 2nd AVE again this year. They feature original abstract and Afrocentric art.
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City Knits 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit Fisher Building, Suite C-9 313-872-9665 www.cityknits.com From yarn and knitting supplies to one-of-a-kind designer scarves; you’ll find everything you want at City Knits. Offering instruction, books and supplies, there’s something to please both the novice and expert knitter alike.
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Djenne Beads & Art 1045 Beaubien, Suite 153, Detroit (313) 965-6620 Djenne boasts two Detroit stores specializing in African-influenced trade beads, woven textiles, baskets, drums, body oils, incense, clothing, and amber jewelry.
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 Dragonfly Boutique 163 West Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale (248) 547-7545 Owner Heather Matteson’s stylish boutique offers trendy men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, one-of-a-kind jewelry, and Heather’s own line of soaps and candles.
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Elizabeth Collection
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The Fashion Place
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Massamba’s Creations
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Middle Kingdom
Imports
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Modern Skate and Surf
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My Sistah’s Place 11000 West McNichols, Suites 224 & 226, Detroit (313) 345-3110 Owner Joyce Barnes features collectibles from her travels to Africa such as African artwork and unique gifts, along with African-American inspirational accessories.
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New Center Council
City Living Tent
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Nubian Essence
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Offin River 15 East Kirby, Suite 110, Detroit (313) 870-1630 www.offinriver.com Specializing in fine handbags, this ladies’ boutique showcases clothing, jewelry, hats, scarves, and other wearable art.
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The Pampered Chef www.pamperedchef.com Cooking is exciting with The Pampered Chef’s innovative, multipurpose kitchen wares, quick and easy recipes and simple food preparation techniques; sure to liven up any meal. |
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Perfect Touch Massage |
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Spirit in the Park 635 Beaubien, Detroit (313) 963-2859 Offering “what Neiman’s doesn’t,” this downtown gallery sells an intriguing selection of books, paintings, pottery, pillows, painted floor cloths, quilts, African masks, dolls, painted furniture, clothing, scarves, and more from local artisans.
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The Style Gallery
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Vera Jane 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Suite 113, Detroit (313) 872-7378 www.verajane.com This sassy boutique features handbags, superfine undergarments and music by female recording artists. Lines include Montreal-based Matt & Nat, Harvey’s, LoungeBetty, Eberjay, Samantha Chang, and music from Blondie to Nina Simone.
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Visit the shops and galleries of the Fisher
Building & New Center One - adjacent to the Street Market. |
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