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Urban Solutions Training and Development Corp., a Detroit-based nonprofit providing mentorship, wellness and education programs for young women and seniors, will host the LOVE Gala on Wednesday, May 13 from 7–10 p.m.&nbsp; 
The black-tie fundraiser honors Stevie Wonder on his birthday and celebrates the 10th anniversary of Stevie Wonder Avenue. The gala caps a full day of free citywide events, including a mayoral proclamation at 10 a.m. and a community walk at 12 p.m. The public is invited to attend.&nbsp; 
The evening will feature performances by Alise King and Lisa McCall, former choreographer for Aretha Franklin, along with tributes from Dr. Sharon DuMas, Joan Belgrave and Motown arranger Paul Riser. The inaugural Love Awards will recognize Sharlonda Buckman-Davis, Andrea Thomas, Karra Thomas, Gail Perry-Mason and Shadora Ford for their impact in the community. 
General admission tickets start at $75 and include event access, entertainment and a commemorative book. VIP tickets start at $200 and include a seated dinner, private reception and meet-and-greet beginning at 6 p.m. 
Proceeds from the event will support USTAD’s new initiative, the Wonder Peace Ambassadors, which provides training on assessing and addressing mental health concerns among adolescents. USTAD’s programming includes mentorship, wellness and education programs serving young women and seniors across Detroit.&nbsp; 
For additional details, or to purchase tickets, visit <a href="https://www.urbansolutionstad.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.urbansolutionstad.org</a>.

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Spread Art

Detroit Jazz Orchestra teams up with internationally acclaimed drummer, composer and bandleader Ali Jackson for a one-night-only world premiere performance at Spread Art Detroit.&nbsp; 
The evening features a new composition by Detroit native Jackson, best known for his work with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Wynton Marsalis, performed in an intimate setting alongside top Detroit jazz artists Vincent Chandler, Russ Macklem, Dwight Adams, Aidan Clark and Sasha Kashsperko.&nbsp; 
Doors open at 6 p.m., with free parking available, making it an easy night out for jazz fans, musicians, educators and culture lovers. 
Location: Spread Art Detroit, 5141 Rosa Parks Blvd., Detroit, MI 
Tickets and event details are available on Eventbrite: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/detroit-jazz-orchestra-with-ali-jackson-tickets-1986841335920" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/detroit-jazz-orchestra-with-ali-jackson-tickets-1986841335920</a>.&nbsp; 
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Seating is limited, and early registration is recommended. Free parking is available Contact:&nbsp; Ali Jackson Jr. 249-227-5321

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Hannan Center

Hannan Center is accepting nominations for its 2026 70 Over Seventy Awards, which recognize 70 Michiganders age 70 and older for leadership, creativity and community impact.&nbsp; 

Nominations are open through July 6, 2026, and must be submitted online at www.hannan.org. 
Eligible nominees must be at least 70 years old at the time of nomination. Awards will be presented in seven categories: Lifetime Achievement, Art, Changemaker, Civic and Community Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Lifelong Learning and Unsung Hero. 

Honorees will be celebrated at the 2026 70 Over Seventy Awards Brunch on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the International Business Center at the Atheneum Hotel in Detroit 

<ul><li>Who: Michiganders age 70+ at time of nomination </li></ul>
<ul><li>What: 2026 70 Over Seventy Awards (seven categories: Lifetime Achievement, Art, Changemaker, Civic and Community Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Lifelong Learning, Unsung Hero) </li></ul>
<ul><li>Nominations deadline: July 6, 2026 </li></ul>
<ul><li>How to nominate: Submit online at <a href="https://www.hannan.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.hannan.org</a>, https://hannan.org/70-over-seventy-event-page/ </li></ul>
<ul><li>Event date: Awards Brunch, Saturday, October 3, 2026 </li></ul>
<ul><li>Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. </li></ul>
<ul><li>Location: International Business Center at the Atheneum Hotel, Detroit </li></ul>
<ul><li>Contact:&nbsp; </li></ul>
Hannan Center 4750 Woodward Avenue Detroit, MI 48201 313-833-1300

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