In this episode of The Detroit Evening Report, we cover the opening of a new exhibit at the Carr Center centered around Black queerness. Plus, festivals to check out this weekend and more.

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New Carr Center exhibit showcases Black queerness

The Carr Center opened a new exhibit today called “In the Life – Black Queerness.” 13 artists share works around the theme, “Looking back, moving forward.” The show runs through October 11.

Visitors can meet the exhibit’s artists and curators on Saturday, Sep. 6 at 2 p.m. as they discuss their work, vision and creative practices.

The Carr Center is located at 4750 Woodward Avenue on the third floor.

Entertainment returns to Michigan Central Station

Michigan Central’s Fridays at the Station series returns next week on Sep. 12 with DJ BJ and local singer Charity holding the music for the event. It kicks off at 5 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. For more information and tickets, visit michigancentral.com/events.

6 Mile Street Festival

The 6 Mile Street Festival is this Saturday, Sep. 6. It celebrates the culture and vibrance of neighborhoods along McNichols between Livernois and Wyoming, with offerings including children’s activities at the University of Detroit Mercy, specials from restaurants along the corridor, and an outdoor party at Chon’s House of Hair. Learn more at live6detroit.org.

Dally in the Alley

Dally in the Alley takes over the Cass Corridor on Saturday, Sep. 6 from 11 a.m. through 11 p.m. The iconic Detroit street festival features music, food and even a dog show. Get this year’s lineup at dallyinthealley.com.

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From the 46th Annual Dally in the Alley to the inaugural Detroit Vinylfest, here are five free events to check out in Detroit this week.

Upcoming events

Detroit Vinylfest

  Eastern Market Shed 5

  Friday, Sep. 5

  Free

A new event from the creators of Detroit Bookfest, where vendors will sell vinyl records/LPs, CDs, cassette tapes, music-related posters, t-shirts and more. The event goes from 1–8 p.m.

In the Life: Black Queerness Exhibition

  The Carr Center in Detroit

  Friday, Sep. 5 through Saturday, Oct. 11

  Free

An exhibition produced by Mighty Real/Queer Detroit that explores the mirroring power of artist and viewer through the lens of the Black Queer experience. The exhibition features 13 artists and spans photography, painting, drawing and multi-media works. The Carr Center is open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m., and on Fridays from noon to 8 p.m.

46th Annual Dally in the Alley

Detroit’s Cass Corridor

  Saturday, Sep. 6

  Free

A longstanding community festival featuring live music, art, food, beer and a kids fair in the streets of Midtown Detroit. Festivities go from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Entrance is free, but donations are welcome.

6 Mile Street Festival

W. McNichols Road in Detroit

  Saturday, Sep. 6

  Free with RSVP

A celebration of local community, commerce and culture featuring musical entertainment, family-friendly activities and local artist showcases in Northwest Detroit. Festivities go from noon to 8 p.m.

Sounds from the Park: Memory and Transformation

Belle Isle

  Thursday, Sep. 11

  Free

The fifth and final installment of the Sounds from the Park series of outdoor concerts organized by the Detroit Parks Coalition. The show features a live performance from and original music by Detroit saxophonist Marcus Elliot. Performance goes from 6–8 p.m.