Enrichment & Socialization
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Women's Conversation Group
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 | 11:00-12:00pm
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!
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Great Michigan Reads: The Firekeeper's Daughter Book Discussion
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 | 1:00-2:00pm
Join Rebekah Craft as she leads a discussion around this powerful story that provides a rare and insightful glimpse into the complexities and diversity of Indigenous communities and their struggles. Join us even if you haven’t read the novel, to learn more about our Native American neighbors.
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Spanish Conversation for Cognitive Well-being Session 3
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 | 3:30-4:30pm
April 17 - May 22, 3:30 to 4:30 pm
This course is open to students who have completed Session 2, as well as those individuals who have had some exposure to the Spanish language in the past. The class 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 B.A. from U of M-Ann Arbor and a MASTERS Art of Teaching.
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Wednesday Night @ The Movies
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 | 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.
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Swing into Spring - Chamber Concert
Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 1:00-2:00pm
Chamber Music Concert featuring Quintet Cantabile T
Quintet Cantabile returns to Next with bright and joyful chamber music selections. Guests will enjoy chamber works by W.A. Mozart and Eric Ewazen, a ragtime dance medley by Scott Joplin, the traditional song Shenandoah and more. Favorite songs from The Sound of Music, arranged for wind quintet, will conclude the program. You will be invited to sing along! The Quintet Cantabile includes Robyn Myers, fl ute; Lillian Dean, clarinet; Walter Dean, bassoon; Kristine Krapp, oboe; and David Dodge, horn.Generously Sponsored by the Bank of Ann Arbor.
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Trivia Time at Next!
Monday, May 6, 2024 | 3:00-4:00pm
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. Generously sponsored by American House Stone and American House Elmwood. -
Stamp Club
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 7:00-9:00pm
Stamp club. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.
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Streaming at Next!
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 11:00-1:00pm
STREAMING @ NEXT
THE SOUND OF 007 – Documentary Wednesday, May 8 at 11:00 am
Revolving around an iconic franchise like the James Bond series, The Sound of 007 allows the viewer to explore the history behind some of the most memorable movie theme songs. The Sound of 007 is a journey for the senses, traveling through generations of music including the “No Time to Die” award winning song from Billie Eilish. This documentary also features interviews from the actors of the franchise, including Daniel Craig. Length: 1 hour 28 minutes
DIOR AND I – Documentary Wednesday, May 22 at 11:00 am
Following the creation of Raf Simon’s collection as the new artistic director at the iconic brand, Dior and I shows both the challenges and triumphs of working in the fascinating, high pressure world of high fashion. This documentary allows us to have an exclusive look at the runways and meet the people who make it all possible! Length: 1 hour 30 minutes
GOOD NIGHT OPPY – Documentary Wednesday, June 5 at 11:00 am
Bassett narrates Good Night Oppy that reveals the story of strength, smarts and convictions. Good Night Oppy spends time with NASA engineers and scientists as they create the rover named Opportunity, which was sent on a three-month mission to Mars, only to survive for 15 years. Good Night Oppy dives into the far reaches of our solar system with an uplifting message and exciting adventure. Length: 1 hour 45 minutes
JUNETEENTH: FAITH & FREEDOM Documentary Wednesday, June 19 at 11:00 am
A black man is troubled by the legacy of American slavery and the misuse of Christianity to justify the it. He travels throughout Texas and discovers how the Juneteenth holiday reveals a resilient hope that empowered the formerly enslaved and their descendants to fight for freedom in an often unjust society. Length: 57 minutes
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Stevie Wonder & Regina Carter Sparked by the Motor City
Thursday, May 9, 2024 | 1:00-2:00pm
Rochelle Forester, Learning in Retirement speaker
The Motor City has inspired countless icons of the modern musical world. Whether hearing the musical fluidity of the innovative jazz violinist, Regina Carter, or watching Little Stevie Wonder mature into the musical brilliance we recognize today, Detroit has been an incubator and inspiration for musical ideas. This program will explore these award-winning artists to find their common ground and discover how the pulse of Detroit drove their musical language. Rochelle Rosenthal Forester has had a lifelong love of music, theater and performance. A member of Actors Equity and SAG, she frequently performed at The Attic Theater, JET Theater and Michigan Opera. Now retired, she enjoys researching and sharing her love of learning with others.
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Coin Club
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 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.
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Afternoon Concert & Ice Cream Social
Friday, May 17, 2024 | 12:30-1:30pm
Michael Krieger, Musician and Vocalist
Join us for a little ice cream treat and socialize with your fellow Next members, then, enjoy a concert with music that spans the decades. Sit back and take in the engaging style of Michael Krieger as he sings and accompanies himself on both the guitar and piano. His program will include some popular favorites, some original tunes and he may even take a few requests from the audience. Generously sponsored by Autumn House Bloomfield.
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Calling all Jigsaw Puzzle Lovers!
Thursday, June 13, 2024 | 11:30-12:30pm
Teams must register by June 5
If you love a good jigsaw puzzle and enjoy some friendly competition, you need to grab two or three of your jigsaw-loving friends and sign up for Next’s 1st Annual Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament! Teams of two, three or four will try to complete a puzzle within one hour. The team with the greatest portion of the puzzle completed by the end of the hour, wins! If you don’t have a team, but would still like to participate, sign up; we’ll find a team for you!
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The Ed Black Jazz Band
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | 6:00-7:00pm
Led by bass player, Dick Wiggington, this group of talented jazz musicians has played together for several years. Known for their Tuesday afternoon jam sessions at Next, they will get together to create a great sound for our listening pleasure!
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An Afternoon Concert of Movie Melodies
Thursday, June 20, 2024 | 2:00-3:00pm
Kelly and Darryl Roenicke, Violin and Piano Duo
Kelly and Darryl will perform many favorite film themes on the violin and piano for this family-friendly program. Come hear music from The Sound of Music, The Hobbit, Harry Potter, Schindler’s List, plus many other well-known songs.
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Hotdogs, Apple Pie & Friends!
Thursday, June 27, 2024 | 12:00-1:00pm
Let’s keep the celebration going past the Fourth of July with a red, white and blue lunch in the courtyard! Join us for a hot dog, chips and a slice of apple pie! Enjoy the sunshine and the company of fellow Next members on a lazy summer afternoon. Generously sponsored by American House Stone and Elmwood.