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2019 Summer in Downtown Detroit Parks Include Tamia, Live Jazz and More!

MICHIGAN CHRONICLE — The Free Summer Concerts presented by the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP), in cooperation with the City of Detroit kicks off this month and will all include opening acts. Visitors can shop under the stars at the weekly Night Market, grab a bite to eat from food trucks, enjoy a drink from several cash bars and stop into Lumen Detroit for a wide selection of craft beers.

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7 years ago

June 5, 2019

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By AJ Williams

The Free Summer Concerts presented by the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP), in cooperation with the City of Detroit kicks off this month and will all include opening acts. Visitors can shop under the stars at the weekly Night Market, grab a bite to eat from food trucks, enjoy a drink from several cash bars and stop into Lumen Detroit for a wide selection of craft beers.

Six-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, Tamia will take the stage at Beacon Park on July 20. The show will mark Beacon Park’s second anniversary and the NAACP’s 110th National Convention. Also, tonight there will be a special light and video show curated by Mindfield that is projected on the Grand Army of the Republic building across from the Beacon Park.

Celebrate Motown’s 60th anniversary and close out Beacon Park’s Free Summer Concert series with Thomas McClary’s Commodores Experience on August 17. McClary and The Commodores have toured with The Jackson Five, Tina Turner, Stevie Wonder, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Marley. McClary, the originator of the band, and, with Lionel Richie, wrote the majority of all the songs recorded by The Commodores, selling more than 120 million albums worldwide.

CLICK HERE for a full list of free daily, weekly and monthly summer events across all Downtown Detroit Parks or visit www.downtowndetroitparks.com for more information. Locations include Beacon Park, Campus Martius Park, Cadillac Square, Capitol Park, and Grand Circus Park.

This article originally appeared in the Michigan Chronicle.

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Seth looked comfortable in his new uniform, seamlessly fitting into the Warriors’ offensive and defensive system. He finished the night with an impressive 14 points, becoming one of the team’s top scorers for the game. Seth’s points came in a variety of ways – floaters, spot-up three-pointers, mid-range jumpers, and a handful of aggressive drives that kept the Oklahoma City Thunder defense on its heels.

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Tuesday night was anything but ordinary for fans in San Francisco as Seth Curry made his highly anticipated debut as a new member of the Golden State Warriors. Seth didn’t disappoint, delivering a performance that not only showcased his scoring ability but also demonstrated his added value to the team.

At 35, the 12-year NBA veteran on Monday signed a contract to play with the Warriors for the rest of the season.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came before Seth even scored his first points. As he checked into the game, the Chase Center erupted into applause, with fans rising to their feet to give the newest Warrior a standing ovation.

The crowd’s reaction was a testament not only to Seth’s reputation as a sharpshooter but also to the excitement he brings to the Warriors. It was clear that fans quickly embraced Seth as one of their own, eager to see what he could bring to the team’s championship aspirations.

Warriors’ superstar Steph Curry – Seth’s brother – did not play due to an injury. One could only imagine what it would be like if the Curry brothers were on the court together. Magic in the making.

Seth’s debut proved to be a turning point for the Warriors. Not only did he contribute on the scoreboard, but he also brought a sense of confidence and composure to the floor.

While their loss last night, OKC 124 – GSW 112, Seth’s impact was a game-changer and there’s more yet to come. Beyond statistics, it was clear that Seth’s presence elevated the team’s performance, giving the Warriors a new force as they look to make a deep playoff run.