GLBT Features

A Gathering Of Voices

Kim North Shine Thursday, October 18, 2012

Last week Affirmations help celebrate National Coming Out Day with an event that introduced Metro Detroit to the next generation of LGBT leadership. The room was packed, the speeches and stories were inspirational, and Metromode's Kim North Shine was there to take it all in.

How Building Design Can Reflect A Community's Persona

John Q. Horn Thursday, August 02, 2012

In many ways, buildings are the face of the community. Through their design, materials, and placement they express the character of a place. So, what two buildings best represent the current values and personality of Ferndale and Royal Oak? Metromode takes a look.

From Blue Collar To Rainbow Flags: How Ferndale Got Its Gay Groove

Nicole Rupersburg Thursday, October 13, 2011

Being fabulous doesn't just happen. It takes a lot of hard work. Nicole Rupresburg looks at how Ferndale became metro Detroit's go-to community for gay inclusion, and the impact that choice has had on downtown revitalization.

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GLBT Videos

LGBT Leaderhip In Metro Detroit: Kirsten Ussery

Tom Hendrickson Thursday, October 06, 2011

Metromode and Model D will be producing a series of videos centered around LGBT leadership in Metro Detroit. First up is Detroit-based community activist Kirsten Ussery.