Corktown's Perfect Level Of Cool; More!

CORKTOWN— Worried that Corktown's becoming too cool? Unaware that Corktown was cool at all? It's okay, here's a handy guide from Metro Times (which is already outdated because now DIB is open but other than that, still relevant) about why Corktown isn't totally ruined by hipsters yet, but why it's actually at that wonderful place where it has great places but isn't yet completely commercialized. [Metro Times]

DETROIT— Here's another upcoming Noise Brunch hosted at Jam Handy by chef Nick George and crew, where experimental music and food (all for the low price of $8) is available on December 22nd. [Facebook]

EASTERN MARKET— Just in case there's an unforeseen holiday market shortage (unlikely), Detroit Mercantile Co. is jumping in on the action this weekend with 40 vendors and a slew of food trucks to encourage well-fed shopping. The Merry Market runs Saturday, December 14th, 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 15th from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. [Facebook]