$50 for 5 Elements Gallery

Hello all,

I'm writing today to tell you about the major changes that are going on at 5 Elements Gallery, Detroit's cherished venue for anything Hip Hop-related, and a major outlet for people seeking to become connected with Detroit's arts community in a broader sense. Sicari Ware and Piper Carter have been the proprietors of the Michigan Avenue location since 2008, and their motivation has always been to bring together the local community, while helping to develop a positive identity for Detroit artists.

Here is the press release for their "50 for 5E" which is going down May 15th at the Gallery, one of the last events to take place at the Michigan Avenue location, sponsored by emcee Invincible's Emergence Music. 5 E Gallery will continue to run, however, a new location is required. Someone has purchased the Michigan Ave. building, and the gallery's new spot needs a little sprucing up.

From Piper Carter: "Our event, $50 for 5 E, is only 2 weeks away! We sure could use help letting people know about it because while we have the venue & Detroit's Best Artists, we need supporters, & prospective bidders!

The event is the perfect occasion for Metro Detroit art lovers to come purchase a unique gift or collection item and support a worthwhile cause at the same time.

Another wonderfully amazing aspect to this event is that Phil Cooley (The owner of Slow's BBQ) has organized a community clean up on the same day from 9am-5pm. He has gathered 20 contractors to offer their services for free to help gut & clean & repair the new space."

The event features 50 Detroit Artists performing over 12 hours, and is a major fundraiser for the gallery's new venue.

Go to 5EGallery.org to learn more about how you can help out, and purchase tickets for an entire season of events happening at 5E.

For more information, to help out or to get in touch with 5E...
Contact: Hubert Sawyers III, Media and Blogger Relations
Comm.Unity Advantage / SORSAW
313-820-4075
hubert@sorsaw.com

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Gleaners Benefit Show 2.0 - January 16th - The Belmont - $6

Once a year, well, probably more than once a year, this lovely lady by the name of Sarah Aldridge reaches out to the people in her community. This time it's to put together one whopper of a show to benefit Gleaners, a reputable, nation-wide organization that helps folks in the Detroit area keep food in their bellies.

From the Press Release:
"In these times of economic uncertainty there are a plethora of non-profit organizations that enrich our communities that, due to drastic cuts in funding, are unable to provide programs and services they once have. Now, non-profit organizations are working even harder to keep their doors open. Such is the case with Metro Detroit’s Gleaners Community Food Bank. Gleaners nourishes communities by not only feeding them, but educating individuals through a number of informative programs. As a community, Detroit and its surrounding cities cannot afford to have Gleaners cut programming or their ability to provide almost 65,000 meals per day!

"On Saturday, January 16th, eight of Metro Detroit’s most talented bands and emcees are joining efforts at Hamtramck’s Belmont to raise funds for this incredible, local non-profit organization. From hip-hop to alternative country to rock, the night offers a little something for every discerning musical taste. For only 6 dollars, (that’s less than a dollar a band) Metro Detroiters can inexpensively have a night out on the town as well as support Gleaners. So, for every admission, show goers will be providing 18 meals for hungry Metro Detroiters! In addition, this event is sponsored by Russell Street Deli. In 2009, this local eatery raised almost $10,000 for the food bank with the help of its customers.

"All proceeds from the show will go to Gleaners to ensure their doors remain open for many, many years to come. By joining together as a community and attending the concert, individuals are not only helping Gleaners raise money, but ensuring the community reaches its highest potential."

Check out the fresh lineup!
D'Allie
Noman
Adieu
Old Empire
Still Humans
Darling Imperial
Scarlet Oaks
DIAL81

RSVP via FB

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