Monthly Archives: October 2011

In last week’s news, four nonprofits joined forces to create the new Belle Isle Conservancy.  This sounds like a good thing… at 982 acres, Belle Isle is America’s largest island park, and successful preservation would require focused efforts. Like Detroit’s … Continue reading →

Amongst American cities, Detroit has become a leader in urban agriculture. With vacant lots comprising about a third of the city, the potential for farming is vast- and as a result the city is teeming with community gardens growing fruits … Continue reading →

Detroit is famous for Motown and electronic music, and is also known to have very good jazz, blues, and hip-hop scenes.  Everyone knows this- everyone, except for the receptionist at the hotel where Bat and I stayed during my first … Continue reading →