On February 27th, 2025, over 600 guests gathered in the heart of Detroit to experience the come back of a landmark event, curated by Amanda Kos, that brought new energy to the historic Harmonie Club in Paradise Valley. This unforgettable evening marked a powerful reawakening of the space, once home to the German Club, as a beacon for the city's creative future.

Held in Detroit’s Broadway District, the open house honored the rich legacy of Paradise Valley, the Harmonie Club, and the city's enduring artistic spirit. Guests explored multiple floors of vibrant artwork and entertainment, engaging directly with the artists and taking part in immersive, high-energy performances.

Event Highlights:

• Original works from Detroit’s thriving creative community

• Live performances by the Urban Arts Orchestra

• Curated bites, cocktails, and immersive installations

• The exclusive premiere of a short film by Real Times Media (publisher of the Michigan Chronicle) telling the story of Paradise Valley’s past and present

"A Night to Remember''.

Welcomed a dynamic mix of city leadership, government officials, and community changemakers. The evening not only spotlighted the talent of Detroit’s artists but also reaffirmed the city's resilience, cultural richness, and boundless creative future.

Participating Artists:

Leslie Abraham, Gabriela Baginski, Chris Bennett, Jugashree Bisoi, Tim Burke, Kelly Burke, Dorothy Jett-Carter, Darin Darby, Ellen Doyle, Lori Ellsworth, Jamie Feldman, Matthew Giffin, Carl W. Goines, Laura Gabriel, Christina Haylett, Amanda Koss, Angela Larson, Debbie La Pratt, Cheyenne Lee, Nick Mahaffey, Bern Merlo, Ashley Menth, Jennifer Mones, Neurowaxx, Stephanie Onwenu, Wendy Popko, Ronald Diego Rodriguez, Steffanie Samuels, April Shipp, Jason Snead, Ellen Stone, Alivia Stewart, Rosemary Summers, Linda Talbot, Felicia Tolbert, Edward Vaughan, Jordan Vaughn AKA TEAD, Nancy Wanchik, Michael Williams.