If you want to understand how government works from the inside out, the City of Detroit’s Shadow Program might be for you. This city-run program gives youth ages 18–25 a one-day immersive experience alongside Detroit professionals in fields such as health, urban planning, business, media, and more.

Participants must attend the orientation and all program dates — Sept. 19 and 26, and Oct. 3 and 10. A virtual info session will be held Wednesday, Aug. 20, and applications are due Aug. 27. Visit detroitmi.gov/departments/department-neighborhoods/youth-affairs for more information.

On Saturday, Sept. 6 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Detroit Health Department will host the Maternal Child Health Safe Sleep Walk-n-Rally, followed by its fourth annual Block Party.

The rally raises awareness about safe sleep practices for babies. The block party will include health screenings, back-to-school vaccinations, games, giveaways, and live music. Details at detroitmi.gov/departments/police-department/block-party 

Tomorrow, Aug. 16, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Detroit Riverfront Youth Sports Showcase takes over Cullen Plaza and Milliken State Park. Youth can try basketball, tennis, soccer, chess, and more, plus enjoy group fitness classes and demonstrations. Find more information here.

Weekend sports preview

MLB: The Detroit Tigers face the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in the second game of a three-game weekend series. With a record of 71–52, the Tigers remain at the top of the American League Central as they push toward a playoff run. First pitch tonight is 8:10 p.m. EST.

NFL: The Detroit Lions take on the Miami Dolphins tomorrow at Ford Field. Kickoff is 1 p.m.

Soccer: Detroit City FC meets North Carolina FC at First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park. Game time is 7:30 p.m.