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Puzzle Palooza
January 15 at 6:00 PM
The War Memorial
32 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
Get ready for a night of fast hands, sharp minds, and friendly competition! At Puzzle Palooza, teams of 2, 4—or even the whole family(limit up to 6)—will race the clock and each other in a timed puzzle showdown for prizes and bragging rights inside the historic War Memorial mansion. TEAM CATEGORIES AND CHALLENGES: Family Team ($65 per team): 350-piece puzzle Teams of 2 ($25 per person): 500-piece puzzle Teams of 4 ($25 per person): 1,000-piece puzzle Each Team category gets a different puzzle size—but all compete for the win. Puzzles are yours to take home! Prizes awarded to the top team in each category! HOW DOES IT WORK: Check-In 6pm / Puzzle Competition Starts 6:15pm Each team will receive the same puzzle concealed in a bag. No one will see the puzzle before the timer starts. After a countdown, teams will open their bags and start puzzling. Competition judges will monitor teams and record finishing times. Once you have completed your puzzle, stick around for a drink, coffee or even cheer on the other teams! HAVE SOME FUN! Feel free to wear a team shirt or costume and bring noisemakers to use for when you finish your puzzle. Whether you're a seasoned puzzler or just in it for the fun, Puzzle Palooza is your perfect night out. Spots are limited—gather your team and sign up now!
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Diabetes Prevention Program- FREE class
January 18 at 1:30 PM
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
1491 Baldwin St, Detroit, MI
Small changes can make a big difference in your health and helping you to prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. Corewell Health's Diabetes Prevention Program is led by trained lifestyle coaches who will give you skills you need to make lasting, healthy lifestyle changes. Through this yearlong program, you will focus on healthy eating, getting started with physical activity, overcoming stress and staying motivated as you work toward your weight loss and physical activity goals. After the initial 16 weekly sessions, you will meet bi-weekly, and then monthly for added support to help maintain your progress. Class is held Sundays at 1:30pm at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Detroit.
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COTS Soup City: Detroit Edition
January 22 at 6:00 PM
The Roostertail
100 Marquette Dr, Detroit, MI
Soup City 2026: Detroit Edition, is the organization’s annual signature event, returning Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, to the historic Roostertail. This year’s Detroit Edition theme celebrates local culture, cuisine and creativity while raising critical funds to support families experiencing homelessness and working toward stability. The event will feature an array of soups, small plates and desserts prepared by local restaurants. Guests will also enjoy live performances by Detroit musicians. A centerpiece of Soup City is the “Art of Family” gallery, a photography exhibit highlighting the resilience and aspirations of families served by COTS. The exhibit challenges common perceptions of poverty and homelessness while offering an intimate look at the partnerships and support systems that help families move forward.
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Tea and Treasures: A Toast to America at 250 with Detroit Opera
January 25 at 3:00 PM
The War Memorial
32 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
This year’s Tea and Treasures brings Detroit Opera’s acclaimed Resident Artists back to The War Memorial for a program celebrating A Toast to America at 250—a musical journey through the scenes, songs, and stories that have shaped the nation’s artistic identity as the country prepares to mark its 250th anniversary. Audiences will enjoy selections spanning the openhearted lyricism of Carlisle Floyd and Aaron Copland to the bold theatrical brilliance of Kurt Weill, Leonard Bernstein, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Jerome Kern, and André Previn. Guests will be treated to a lavish buffet of sweet and savory offerings and a curated selection of fine teas, paired with a program that illuminates the voices, dreams, and histories that continue to define American storytelling. Performers include Brianna J. Robinson, Mia Mandineau, Travis Leon Williams, and Cole Bellamy, accompanied by Nathalie Doucet, Detroit Opera’s Head of Music and Director of the Resident Artist Program. Together, they create an afternoon of exceptional music and thoughtful reflection—an experience designed for longtime opera lovers and those discovering the repertoire for the first time. Tickets Table for two: $130 Table for three: $195 Table for four: $260 Table for five: $325 Table for six: $390 Please note: Due to the nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate menu/dietary restrictions or substitutions. Resident Artists featured on this program: Brianna J. Robinson, Soprano Mia Mandineau, Soprano Travis Leon Williams, tenor Cole Bellamy, Baritone
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