Travel

  • Most Holy Redeemer Parish Tour

    Most Holy Redeemer Parish Tour

    Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 12:15-2:45pm

    This offering is currently at capacity. Please call the office to be addede to the wait list. 

    Bus leaves Next at 12:15 pm, returns about 2:45 pm

    Most Holy Redeemer Church in Southwest Detroit stands as a remarkable testament to both architectural grandeur and the rich cultural tapestry of its community. Designed by the esteemed Detroit architectural firm Donaldson and Meier, the church was constructed between 1921 and 1923 in the Roman basilica style, drawing inspiration from the Church of St. Paul in Rome. The exterior showcases a Romanesque façade. Inside, the church's interior is equally captivating. A significant architectural feature is the campanile, constructed around 1924 as a memorial to parishioners who died in World War I. Take a one hour guided tour, with Brother Daniel Tozzy, of this amazing sanctuary. 

  • The Exotic and Different

    The Exotic and Different

    Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 1:00-2:30pm

    PLACES YOU PROBABLY HAVEN’T THOUGHT ABOUT TRAVELING TO: Mel Chudnof, Ph.D., World Traveler

    In the 50+ years Mel Chudnof and his wife have been traveling, some of their 83 international destinations were quite unusual for most American travelers. It is these experiences that became some of the most rewarding for them. Chudnof will share slides and stories about cross-cultural experiences in The Republic of Georgia and Belarus, and adventures in the exotic and more rarely visited Islands of Australia: Tasmania, Kangaroo Island, and Heron Island. Chudnof will round out his talk by sharing a few very unusual places you will want to add to your “bucket list.” Mel Chudnof, Ph.D, retired psychology professor at Oakland Community College for 43 years and private clinician. In his leisure time, Chudnof enjoys extensive travel, road biking, swimming, volunteering and being an advocate for social justice. 

  • The Zekelman Holocaust Center

    The Zekelman Holocaust Center

    Thursday, October 30, 2025 | 9:30-1:00pm

    Bus leaves Next at 9:30 am, returns about 12:45 pm

    A visit to The Zekelman Holocaust Center is both educational and empowering and will teach you about one of history's darkest periods, inspiring you to create a better future. Deepen your understanding of the Holocaust at their 55,000 square foot museum, exhibits, artifacts, and library archive. We have allotted two hours to explore the core exhibit, current special exhibits, and their Doris & Eric Billes Museum shop.