Kate Abbey-Lambertz, Author at Outlier Media

Green-and-red basketball court in a grassy field with people near the right basketball hoop. In the center of the court is a drawing of two Black men, a Black child, and text that says, “My 3 Sunz. Chinyeli. Jakobi RA. Pili.”

🚢 Stick it to the river

by Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 30, 2023November 29, 2023

For fans of freighter drama. Plus, chatting with a Highland Park hero, a modest no-tax proposal, Noel Night and holiday events galore.

“Handmade Detroit presents Detroit Urban Craft Fair 2023. Masonic Temple. Dec. 2 and 3. Visit detroiturbancraftfair.com.” Neon-color, maximalist flyer includes illustrations of anthropomorphized crafting supplies, holiday decorations and a leather jacket with a pin that reads, “Craft’s not dead.”

Noel Night, Detroit Urban Craft Fair and everything to do this weekend

by Lynelle Herndon, SaMya Overall and Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 30, 2023November 29, 2023

Illustration of a lion in a spacesuit with Detroit Lions logos and a turkey in an astronaut helmet reading “GGG” and a flag that says “Gobble Gobble Give 2023 and beyond…” Both float in the stars above the Detroit skyline.

Bruiser Thanksgiving, Michael vs. Prince dance party and more Detroit events through the holiday weekend

by Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 21, 2023November 21, 2023

Red brick wall with a mural of a Black man wearing green looking to the right. Four other Black men are lined up at a cashier’s counter. In the foreground, a hand is holding a “menu” — it’s the building’s hand-painted signage, which reads, “The Turkey Grill. 313-827-4624. Breakfast special. Turkey sausage, hash browns, toast & jelly. Cajun fried turkey wings. Salads, pitas, sandwiches.”

🤫 Lansing secrets and Kwame takes Memphis

by Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 16, 2023November 29, 2023

“Community Power. Artists demand more from DTE. Swords Into Plowshares Peace Center and Gallery. Nov. 13 - Dec. 16. Opening: Nov. 16, 6-9 p.m., 33 East Adams, Detroit, MI.” Flyer includes black-and-white illustrations of a lightning bolt and outstretched hands in front of a rose-toned blue sky with clouds.

What to do in Detroit this week: Tree lighting, holiday markets, mole contest

by Alex Washington, Lynelle Herndon and Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 16, 2023November 15, 2023

Crowd with winter clothes walking on a sidewalk and holding picket signs that read, “MotorCity on strike.”

🪧 Unions for dummies

by Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 9, 2023November 8, 2023

Person with long dark curly hair, beige clothing and tattoos kneels on the ground in bare feet. They are arranging yellow flower and orange flowers in a design on a mirrored panel.

What to do this week: Let’s Do Dinner Detroit, GIS Day, psychedelic comedy and more

by Alex Washington, Lynelle Herndon and Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 9, 2023November 8, 2023

Five men stand around holding blue and white signs that read “UAW on strike.” Miscellaneous bottles of water and cups of coffee sit on a cinderblock post, with another sign in front of them.

🪧 Fresh off the (picket) line

by Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 2, 2023November 1, 2023

Sepia vintage photo of a dozen Black men in suits posing in a lavish room with a tiled fountain, wall inlays around a curtain, a decorated ceiling and a display of peacock feathers.

What to do around Detroit this week: Youmacon, chef Abra Berens dinner, Graystone Ballroom jazz and more

by Alex Washington, Lynelle Herndon and Kate Abbey-Lambertz November 2, 2023November 1, 2023

Museum gallery with three sculptures incorporating skulls, candles, colorful fabric, a guitar, photos and more.

More than 20 events to celebrate Halloween in Detroit, with or without the kids

by Alex Washington, Lynelle Herndon and Kate Abbey-Lambertz October 26, 2023October 25, 2023