Enrichment & Socialization

Current Events Discussion Group

Friday, July 18, 2025 | 12:00-3:00pm

With everything going on in the world today, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Come join other members for this casual discussion group about current events — from what’s going on in Michigan to what is happening around the globe. This is a drop in, non-facilitated group dialogue.

Women's Conversation Group

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 | 11:30-1:30pm

Drop-in every Tuesday at 11:00 am Join us to get to know other women here at Next. This group will give women the opportunity to gather in the spirit of friendship and camaraderie. This is a fun way to connect and discuss upcoming plans, travel and anything else that might be on your mind. While you’re chatting, enjoy coffee and other light refreshments!

Men's Roundtable Discussion Group

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | 9:00-12:00pm

Men of Next, gather together to discuss the week’s events,weekend plans, sports — or whatever’s on your mind! No agenda, no mandatory attendance, or pre-planned topics. This is just an opportunity for the men of Next to gather and enjoy each other’s company. We will provide the breakfast and coffee, you provide the conversation. - Note change to Wednesday Mornings

Bingo 2.0 - New!!

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | 3:00-4:30pm

There is Bingo and now, there is Bingo 2.0! We are going to shake things up a bit by offering a different Bingo experience each month. In July, we’ll give a nod to an American summertime tradition with Backyard BBQ Bingo. In August, Bingo 2.0 will take on a Fabulous 50s theme and we’ll be calling numbers in less traditional ways. There will be snacks, socializing, decorations and prizes each month. Give it a try! (Please note: this does not replace the Monday Bingo that takes place here at Next on a regular basis.) Generously sponsored by Guiding Light Care Angels Home Care.

Wednesday Night @ The Movies

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | 5:00-7:00pm

Enjoy newly released feature films, documentaries and now classics every Wednesday eveing at 5:30 pm. 

Full synopsis of each film can be seen here.

Chess Lessons for Beginning & Intermediate Players

Thursday, July 24, 2025 | 4:00-5:00pm

Fellow Next members and accomplished Chess players, Chris Dow and Bruce Dobras will be teaching beginner and intermediate chess players tactics and positioning with play time.

Please call the office to check availability. 

Musical Dances & Dreams with Quintet Cantabile

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 | 1:00-2:30pm

Quintet Cantabile returns to Next with a program of rhythms, beauty and joy. This instrumental ensemble, with flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and horn, brings together the “core” wind instruments from a symphony orchestra. Each of the instruments has its own “musical voice” which provides opportunities for varied musical expression. This program will include music from varied eras and cultures. Of particular note are the “original” quintet pieces by Shostakovich, Alexandra Molnar-Suhajda, and Eric Ewazen. The concert will also include “toe-tapping” favorites, including the “March of the Siamese Children” from “The King and I” and “Puttin’ On the Ritz” by Irving Berlin. Pure Joy! Kindly sponsored by Rose Senior Living.

Senior Life Advisor Council

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 | 11:00-12:30pm

A distinguished team of trusted advisors will address your questions and offer essential resources and solutions important to the 50+ community. Professional advisors will offer information about: Independent Living/Assisted Living/Memory Care, Financials, Medicare, Funeral Planning, Moving, Care Transition, Organizing, Rehabilitation, PT and OT, Home Health Care, Private Duty, Hospice, Power of Attorney, Law, Estate Planning and Respite. Complimentary snacks and beverages will be provided. Join us!

Stamp Club

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 | 7:00-9:00pm

Stamp club. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. 

Popular Reads Book Club

Thursday, August 7, 2025 | 1:00-2:30pm

Rebekah Craft, Associate Director of the Baldwin Public Library, leads book discussions of popular books. The July book selection is Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy, and Mina’s Matchbox by Yoko Ogawa in August. Register at Next — and Baldwin Public Library will provide the book. (Books will be available in the Next Office).

Location: At Next in person and via Zoom

Hot Wheels on Midvale!

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 | 11:30-2:00pm

Join us as we transform Next’s parking lot into a showcase for classic cars, muscle cars and other unique vehicles, including the Book Bike from The Baldwin Public Library. Mingle with the owners and swap stories about your first set of wheels or your favorite car from the past. Enjoy a little lunch while you “cruise” the parking lot with a classic coney dog and chips. Just be sure not to spill anything on those classic gems!

If you have a vehicle you or someone you know would like to display at the show, contact Pam Hall at 248-203-5280 or phall@birmingham.k12.mi.us. 

The Writer's Corner

Sunday, August 17, 2025 | 9:30-11:00am

Drop in. Join a diverse group of Next members who share a common interest in writing. For additional information, contact facilitator Bob Erlandson’s email at rferlandson@gmail.com.

Polynesian Dance Performance

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 6:00-7:30pm

Join us at Next for an evening of traditional Polynesian dance! Polynesian Dancers of Michigan - Hālau Kuikanani – is a Polynesian performance group and hula school under the direction of Kumu Hula Kaui Dalire-Boyd. The Polynesian Dancers of Michigan train with Polynesian culture experts including a Kumu Hula (master Hula instructor) in Hawai'i to bring you the most authentic Polynesian dance show in the Midwest. The show will feature authentic music, costumes and choreography. The audience will also have an opportunity to learn some simple steps and participate at the end of the show. This performance will be held outdoors if the weather permits. This program is generously sponsored by American House, Village at Bloomfield.

Coin Club

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | 7:00-9:00pm

Coin Club

For information contact Robert Beuter at 248-646-9657. Coin Club will take a Summer hiatus beginning in June and will resume in the Fall.

Ice Cream Sundae Social

Thursday, August 21, 2025 | 1:00-2:30pm

What do we all scream for? Ice cream, of course! Especially, on a hot August afternoon. We’ll be dishing up the ice cream and then you can top it off with a variety of goodies, including sauces, sprinkles and a cherry for good measure! We will also have some Japanese mochi samples for you to try – in celebration of our Japanese cultural series.

Be sure to register so we know how much ice cream to buy! See you there!

The Martial Art of Kendo

Thursday, September 4, 2025 | 6:00-7:30pm

Join us for a Kendo demonstration and presentation by the Detroit Kendo Dojo (www.detroitkendodojo.com).

Kendo is a martial art called the "way of the sword" and is derived from the customs and swordsmanship of the samurai. The Detroit Kendo Dojo was founded in 1996 by Yoshiteru Tagawa, with his strong dedication to spread and develop Kendo throughout the United States and the world. His motto is to develop correct Kendo through training. There are more than 60 members, from children to seniors, training at the dojo. The demonstration will show our Kendo performance, and the presentation will describe the art of Kendo. Children and youth are welcome to attend also.

Mr. Tagawa is a Kendo Hanshi 8th Dan, the highest rank in Kendo, and he is the only person to hold this title outside of Japan. For his long-term contribution to the development of Kendo overseas, he was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette by His Majesty the Emperor of Japan in 2024.

2025 Golf Classic to Benefit Next!

Friday, September 12, 2025 | 1:00-6:00pm

The 2025 Golf Classic to Benefit Next will be held Friday, September 12th at Springdale Golf Course.  - Registration begins July 7th! 

 

On the day of the event, registration begins at 1:00 pm along with a preview and open bidding on the amazing silent auction -  and the putting contest.

Nine-hole shotgun start with a cart at 2:00 pm with a scramble format complete with contests follows. Prizes for the first-place team, longest drive, closest to the pin, and don't miss out - the Hole in One cash prize, $5,000!! 

Golf will be followed by drinks and appetizers where the silent auction will remain open for bidding - Look for rounds of golf at area courses including Orchard Lake Country Club among other popular courses, restaurant certificates, one of a kind gifts and many other wonderful items! A delicious dinner will be served as the contest winners are announced! 

Not golfing? Join us for camaraderie at the Reception Hour, Silent Auction and Dinner! 

                                       

                                                                                   

Location: Springdale Golf Course