Join us for SLOWER: An Outdoor Well-Being Gathering on September 5, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Detroit Abloom, 248 Manistique St., Detroit, MI 48215, United States. Gather in community for a restful afternoon outdoors to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with nature.

Join us for Travel In Peace Film Premiere and Album Preview on September 4, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at The LOVE Building, 4731 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48208, United States. Miz Korona’s Travel In Peace: An Ode to Mom explores grief through music and film, featuring a documentary premiere, album discussion, and panel on navigating grief through art, music, and storytelling.

Join us for The LOVE Building’s 3rd Anniversary Celebration on September 3, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at The LOVE Building, 4731 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48208, United States. Celebrate three years of The LOVE Building with stories, archival materials, community connection, and a tenant partner-wide open house featuring self-guided tours and opportunities to meet the organizations shaping the space.

Join us for the Intergenerational Recording and Poetry Workshop on September 2, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The LOVE Building, 4731 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48208. Hosted by the Detroit Poet Laureate and facilitated by jessica Care moore, this workshop brings generations together through poetry and recording.

Join us for Stamped Impressions on August 29, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at The Congregation, 9321 Rosa Parks Blvd., Detroit, MI 48206, United States. Explore your creativity in this drop-in stamp and paint workshop led by Jenny Teed (The Heartist.). No experience is needed, and all supplies are included with the $15 registration fee.

Join us for Magical and Medicinal Uses for Herbs on August 29, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Griffin Gardens, 19400 Bentler St., Detroit, MI 48335, United States. Explore the wellness, spiritual, and traditional uses of common herbs through hands-on activities, including teas, baths, cleansing practices, and rituals. No herbalism experience needed. Tickets must be purchased by August 28.

Join us for Crawling Before Walking: A Solo Exhibition X Javier González at The Rectory on August 27, 2026, from 5:00–8:00 PM at The Rectory, 1920 Atkinson St., Detroit, MI 48206, United States. This solo exhibition features woven works and bold, intimate compositions exploring form and color. Curated by Dr. Chanel Beebe, the exhibition is on view from June 30 – September 27, 2026 and is free and open to the public.

Join us for Financial Literacy and Homeownership Workshop on August 27, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Siena Literacy Center, 16888 Trinity, Detroit, MI 48219, United States. Join Lake Michigan Credit Union for a workshop focused on financial literacy and homeownership.

Join us for DanceAbility on the Detroit Riverfront on August 25, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at The Shed at Robert C. Valade Park, 2670 Atwater St., Detroit, MI 48207, United States. DanceAbility offers a welcoming space for disabled Detroiters, caregivers, allies, and anyone exploring their relationship to disability to move, groove, and connect to music by KTCHN.

Join us for the MOCAD Back-to-School Community Resource Fair on August 23, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD), 4454 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48201, United States. This free, family-friendly event features a backpack and school supply giveaway while supplies last, a children’s clothing swap, free books, crafts, community resources, and local organizations supporting Detroit youth and families.

Join us for party iconic. Presents – Off Campus Dance Party on August 22, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at The Loving Touch, 22634 Woodward Ave., Ferndale, MI 48220, United States. Inspired by the Off Campus sports-romance series, this dance party features pop hits, themed visuals, and a high-energy night celebrating hockey, house parties, and fan-favorite moments.

Join us for Magical and Medicinal Uses for Herbs on August 22, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Griffin Gardens, 19400 Bentler St., Detroit, MI 48219, United States. Explore the practical, medicinal, and spiritual uses of herbs through hands-on demonstrations, including teas, infusions, cleansing practices, and simple rituals.

Join us for the Woodbridge Back-to-School Bash on August 21, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Scripps Park, 3620 Trumbull Ave., Detroit, MI 48208, United States. Enjoy a free neighborhood celebration with a school supply and backpack giveaway, food, games, family activities, and opportunities to connect with local organizations.

Join us for For the Love of Film Series on August 20, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM at The LOVE Building, 4731 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48208, United States. Presented by Trinity Films Entertainment Group in collaboration with The LOVE Building, this screening celebrates independent filmmaking and emerging voices through a curated selection of short films exploring culture, identity, heritage, and community.

Join us for the opening reception of Luminaries of Detroit on August 15, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at The Congregation, 9321 Rosa Parks Blvd., Detroit, MI 48212, United States. This solo exhibition of paintings by Timothy Orikri, curated by Dr. Chanel Beebe, will be on view July 28 through August 31, 2026. Admission is free and open to all.

Join us for the Back Alley Bikes Garage Sale – Used Bike Sale on August 15, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Back Alley Bikes, 3611 Cass Ave. (Alley/Rear Entrance), Detroit, MI 48201, United States. Shop affordable used adult bikes priced from $25–$175, all sold as-is. Please note: the entrance is located in the alley behind the building.

Join us for the Woodbridge Talent Show on August 14, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Scripps Park, 3620 Trumbull Ave., Detroit, MI 48208, United States. This free, family-friendly showcase welcomes performers of all ages to share their talents through music, dance, comedy, spoken word, and more. Food will be provided, and a parent or chaperone must accompany children.

Join us for STITCH A FIT, presented by The Summer LOVES, on August 14, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at The LOVE Building, 4731 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48208, United States. Youth are invited to explore fashion and creativity through upcycled clothing, DIY garment modification, and jewelry making, with a final showcase, fashion photography, snacks, and prizes.

Join us for the 16th Annual “Celebrating a Healthier Detroit” Expo on August 12, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM at William G. Milliken State Park & Harbor, 1900 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI 48207, United States. 16th Annual “Celebrating a Healthier Detroit” Expo is a free, family-focused event featuring health screenings, cooking demos, group fitness sessions, live music, giveaways, and expert advice from top doctors—all designed to help your family move, eat better, and thrive under the 2026 theme: Equipping Families to Thrive.

Join us for the 2026 Family “Fun Run” – Stomp Out Childhood Obesity! on August 12, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at William G. Milliken State Park & Harbor, 1900 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI 48207, United States. 2026 Family “Fun Run” is a fun, environmentally immersive 1-mile adventure hike for youth and families, combining physical activity, environmental stewardship, and engagement. Registration includes a T-shirt ($25 youth, $30 adults) and free entry to the Outdoor Adventure Center—kick off the 16th Annual Expo with movement, learning, and fun!

Join us for the Nail Art Workshop Hosted by REDD's Nails on August 9, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at The Congregation, 9321 Rosa Parks Blvd., Detroit, MI 48206, United States. Learn and create custom nail art with Quadre "Redd" Curry-Wilkerson of REDD's Nails using designs inspired by Dr. Chanel Beebe. No experience is needed, and all supplies are included with the $25 registration fee.

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Join us for NOISE – An Exhibition by Lebree Jones beginning August 8, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM at Office Space Gallery, 2868 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit, MI 48202, United States. On view through August 29, 2026, this immersive exhibition by Detroit artist and engineer Lebree Jones brings together analog craft, digital technology, and Black futurist imagination in a one-of-a-kind art experience.

Join us for Activation Day on August 8, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Freedom Dreams, 4190 Chene St., Detroit, MI 48174, United States. The EcoVillage’s 40 parcels will come alive with free, family-friendly activities featuring creativity, wellness, music, food, and community connection. Activities include chess, coffee, stretching, strength building, smoothies, wellness workshops, face painting, and more.

Join us for Market Days beginning August 7, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Freedom Dreams, 4109 Chene St., Detroit, MI 48207, United States. Stop by every Friday through September to experience Market Day or volunteer in the garden while connecting with the community.

Join us for the Black August Celebration on August 6, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at The LOVE Building, 4731 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48208, United States. Gather with community to honor political prisoners and freedom fighters through food, dancing, Detroit-themed trivia, karaoke, and intergenerational connection rooted in joy and collective liberation.

Join DJC's 2026 Donor Organizing Pilot beginning August 5, 2026, at The LOVE Building, 4731 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48208, United States. This three-month program offers political education, leadership development, and grassroots fundraising training, preparing participants to take part in a peer-to-peer fundraising activity by November 2026. No previous fundraising experience is required. Sign up by August 5.

Join us for Arise Neighborhoods Day on August 1, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at The LOVE Building, 4731 Grand River Ave., Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48208, United States. Celebrate Arise Detroit!'s Annual Neighborhoods Day with free food, games, music, and family-friendly activities while connecting with neighbors and learning about resources available at The LOVE Building.

Join us for the Womb Liberation Festival on August 1, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Avalon Village, 40 Avalon St., Highland Park, MI 48203, United States. Celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent with cultural activities, healing experiences, workshops, fitness classes, family activities, and more. Food is included with admission; adult tickets are available on a sliding scale, and children 17 and under attend free.

Join us for Sound Bowl Meditation on August 1, 2026, with sessions from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM and 5:30–8:30 PM at Village Park, 8746 Georgia St., Detroit, MI 48213, United States. Hosted by Story Community Garden, this free outdoor meditation experience offers guided sound bowl sessions, refreshments, community healing, and peaceful time in nature. Registration is required.