Image courtesy of detroitvotes.org
Detroit Votes 2024, a non-partisan voter information campaign, organizes engaging and family-friendly activities that celebrate the arts and expression. This initiative, known as the “Feet in the Streets” project, promotes early voting options by hosting these events at the city’s 14 Early Voting Centers. During these local celebrations, voters can cast their primary ballots well before Election Day on August 6.
Michigan voters approved a constitutional amendment in 2022 that enables new early voting options, making it easier for younger voters to participate in elections. As a result of this amendment, Detroit voters will have the opportunity to cast in-person ballots in a primary for the first time. This development deserves attention and excitement as it encourages more people to engage in the democratic process and have a say in local governance.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
11 a.m. – DJ, Eats & Treats
Adams Butzel Recreation Complex
10500 Lyndon St, Detroit, MI 48238
11 a.m. – DJ, Eats & Treats
Farwell Recreation Center
2711 Outer Dr E, Detroit, MI 48234
Detroit City Walls and DCLEATED artist Kenyada Kelsaw, also known as Fel’le, are collaborating to produce a 10-foot by 30-foot interactive mural on the ground. They will use acrylic latex paint on Polytab cloth and the artwork will feature a direct reference to voting. The mural will be on display through the November election. Additionally, the event will offer food, music, lawn games, and open basketball on the new courts.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
11 a.m. – DJ, Eats & Treats
City Clerk Office
2 Woodward Ave #200, Detroit, MI 48226
*rescheduled due to weather
Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey is scheduled to speak at 11 a.m. during the upcoming event at Spirit Plaza. As part of the event, DCLEATED artist Andrea Slomczenski will create a vibrant mural on a mobile panel. The mural will feature a powerful quote by Ida B. Wells: “The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” This inspiring artwork will be on display until November, coinciding with the opening of Spirit Plaza activities. Attendees can look forward to a lively atmosphere with music, dancing, lawn games, and delicious offerings from food trucks.
11 a.m. – DJ, Eats & Treats
Northwest Activities Center
18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48235
11 a.m. – DJ, Eats & Treats
Heilmann Recreation Center
19601 Brock Ave, Detroit, MI 48205
Thursday, August 1, 2024
11 a.m. – DJ, Eats & Treats
Clark Park
1130 Clark Ave, Detroit, MI 48209
11 a.m. – DJ, Eats & Treats
Kemeny Recreation Center
2260 S Fort St, Detroit, MI 48217
Early voting is an option for Detroit residents and is accessible at 14 locations across the city. To find out these locations’ specific addresses and details, voters can visit the official website detroitvotes.org/.
Details about other local ‘Feet in the Street’ events throughout the week can be found at https://detroitvotes.org/feet-in-the-streets-parties/.