Enrichment & Socialization

Spanish Conversation for Cognitive Well-Being: Beginner Class

Monday, April 28, 2025 | 4:00-5:30pm

This is a 6 week series, Feb.24 - March 31 

This course is designed to provide a stimulating and engaging environment for individuals interested in learning Spanish while promoting cognitive health. Through interactive conversation activities, this course aims to enhance mental agility, memory and linguistic skills, all while fostering social connections and cultural understanding. In this 6-week course, participants will explore daily conversational topics. Your instructor, Señora Bartlett, will guide you through various activities and exercises designed to challenge your brain, improve language proficiency and keep your cognitive abilities sharp.

Señora Carla Bartlett is a native Spanish speaker and also fluent in Italian. She has been teaching for over 30 years at the high school and Adult Education levels. She holds a BA from U of M-Ann Arbor and a MASTERS Art of Teaching.

African American Quilting

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 11:00-12:30pm

Linda Ali, member of GLAAQN

Members of the Great Lakes African American Quilters’ Network (GLAAQN) will present the rich history of African American quilting, exploring its role in preserving heritage and culture.  This program will highlight the artistry and storytelling traditions of African American quilters and how quilts served as both expression and communication throughout history. Join us for this, the last program of our cultural series on Africa. Several quilts will be available for viewing.

Women's Conversation Group

Tuesday, April 29, 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, April 30, 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

Wednesday Night @ The Movies

Wednesday, April 30, 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, May 1, 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. 

Current Events Discussion Group

Friday, May 2, 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.

Trivia Time at Next!

Monday, May 5, 2025 | 3:00-5:00pm

Enjoy an evening trivia in a lively, interactive quizlike atmosphere with a professional and entertaining trivia host! Teams of four can enjoy a little friendly competition with
a chance to win bragging rights.  

Stamp Club

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 7:00-9:00pm

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

Streaming at Next!

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 10:30-12:30pm

STREAMING @ NEXT 

The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom – Short Documentary (2011) Tuesday, May 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Experience some of the most intense real footage from the 2011 tsunami that devastated Japan, as well as the resilience of survivors in this Oscar and Emmy nominated short film. As cherry blossom season begins and the flowers bloom, the survivors find the strength and courage to rebuild. A stunning visual poem about the ephemeral nature of life and the healing power of Japan's most beloved flower. Winner of the NonFiction Short Film Grand Jury Prize at Sundance. (41 Minutes)

The Rescue – Documentary (2021) Tuesday, May 27 at 10:30 a.m.

This thrilling documentary on the 2018 rescue of a youth soccer team the Tham Luang cave in Thailand, details the complicated rescue operation that captured the world’s attention. Viewers come away with a new appreciation for what actually happened in the cave as it filled with water, and the incredible lengths that citizens from multiple countries went to in order to bring the boys to safety. In 2022 this film won Emmy Awards for Outstanding Current Affairs Documentary, Outstanding Direction: Documentary, and Outstanding Research: Documentary. (1 hour, 54 minutes).

Jiro Dreams of Sushi – Documentary (2011) Tuesday, June 3 at 10:30 a.m.

Even if you’re not a fan of sushi, this compelling Japaneselanguage American documentary film will capture your interest through the vivid characters portrayed. This film follows Jiro Ono, sushi master and owner of a 10-seat, sushi-only restaurant located in a Tokyo subway station. As of 2023, Jiro Ono serves a tasting menu of roughly 20 courses, for a minimum of U.S. $270. The film also profiles Jiro's two sons, both of whom are also sushi chefs. The chefs face a variety of challenges, including environmental concerns centered on over-fishing and global problems with sustainability. (1 hour, 21 minutes)

Downfall: The Case Against Boeing – Documentary (2022) Tuesday, June 24 at 10:30 a.m. This documentary examines the crashes of two Boeing 737 MAX planes, which claimed the lives of 346 people on board. The film explores how Boeing may have been more concerned with financial gain over the safety of their passengers. Downfall premiered in a virtual screening at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival before being released on Netflix as a Netflix Original Documentary. The film received wide critical acclaim for its comprehensiveness, narrative structure, and emotions. (1 hour, 29 minutes)

Origami - Japanese Paper Folding Workshop

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 11:00-12:30pm

Chizuko Donovan and Lauren Northrup, Instructors T

Join us for a fun and creative Origami Workshop where you can learn to fold paper into beautiful shapes and designs! The timeless craft of origami is not only enjoyable to do, it’s good for your brain! It can help reduce stress, improve hand-eye coordination, boost creativity, enhance patience and persistence, and promote learning. Let’s learn origami together.

The New Next Facility - Project Updates

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 1:30-3:00pm

To learn more about the new facility project, please join us at Next. We will provide up to date information with plenty of time to address your comments and questions. Presented by Next. 

Jeffery Cavataio Performs at Next!

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 6:00-7:30pm

Everyone who heard Jeffrey Cavataio perform at Next last year asked us to bring him back!! Jeffrey is a classy, modern day crooner with an upbeat pop twist. Captivating his audiences with heartfelt original songs and soulful renditions of many of our favorites. He has been compared to Michael Buble, Josh Groban, Neil Diamond and Dean Martin, singers known for their expressive voices. We’re hosting Jeff as he prepares for his United States national tour and the launch of his second album, The Best of Stage and Screen. Please join us for a special evening with Jeffrey Cavataio — a truly platinum performer!

Celebrate Chocolate Chip Day with Us!

Thursday, May 15, 2025 | 1:00-3:00pm

While the exact origins of National Chocolate Chip Day are unclear, it serves as a day to honor the versatile chocolate chip, encouraging enthusiasts to incorporate these delectable bits into various recipes and indulge in chocolate chip treats – including chocolate chip cookies! Join us for a cookie or two in the lobby and rub elbows with fellow members!

Coin Club

Wednesday, May 21, 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.

Bingo 2.0 - New!!

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 3:00-5:00pm

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 May, we’ll tie into the Japanese theme by playing with bingo cards featuring elements of Japanese culture, such as traditional clothing, cuisine, landmarks and festivals. In June, Bingo 2.0 will take on a Luau 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 GLCA Home Care.

The Beautiful Art of Calligraphy with Master Calligrapher, Kyoko Fujii

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 6:00-7:30pm

Shodō is a form of calligraphy, or artistic writing of the Japanese language. Shodō expert Kyoko Fujii started learning the art of Japanese calligraphy at the age of six in her hometown of Hiroshima, Japan. While in college she earned the “master instructor,” or shihan license and the 5th level of 8 ranks (dan). She is a teacher, designer, performer, and master artist. Recently she performed her calligraphy at the Detroit Institute of Arts, and her works adorn both private homes and public buildings. Mrs. Fujii will do a live demonstration of Shodō on a large scale at Next so that all attendees can experience the beauty of her art.

Next Boutique Sale

Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 8:30-7:00pm

It’s time to clean out your jewelry chest and closets. We welcome all types of jewelry: rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pins and brooches – and accessories such as purses, scarves and belts. All donations need to be brought to Next no later than Friday, June 13. These donated items will then take center stage for our inaugural Next Boutique Sale which will take place in the Main Hall, June 19 – 27. All proceeds will benefit Next. Remember one person’s donation is another person’s treasure.

Donations Needed.

A BIG THANK YOU to all that have already brought in donations!

Hot Dogs at Next!

Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 12:00-1:30pm

Let’s kick off the start of summer with a traditional hot dog lunch in the Next courtyard. Join us for a hot dog, chips and a cool beverage. Enjoy the sunshine and the company of fellow Next members and…celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the famous Radio City Rockettes! Why? Why not!