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Music on the Plaza 2026
July 9 at 7:00 PM
Kercheval Avenue Between Cadieux Road and Neff Rd
Grosse Pointe, MI
SAVE THE DATES for the 2026 return of Music on the Plaza! Concerts take place outdoors on the plaza, located at the corner of Kercheval Avenue and St. Clair Avenue, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Parking is conveniently located in surface lots, the parking deck, or on street in The Village. BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair), enjoy a nearby patio, or grab a Loop social district beverage from participating businesses! Band Schedule Coming Soon Music on Plaza is produced by Main Street Grosse Pointe with the generous support of our other sponsors (details coming soon).
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Occupy the Summer: Summer Fridays
July 10 at 5:00 PM
Royal Skateland
5201 Alter Rd, Detroit, MI
Roll into a fun-filled Summer Friday at Royal Skateland and Corrigan Park. Families can enjoy roller skating, outdoor activities, giveaways, special guests, live entertainment and opportunities to connect with community organizations during this free neighborhood celebration. Each Summer Fridays event offers a unique experience designed to bring families together and make the most of summer.
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Free Lead Testing
July 11 at 11:00 AM
Team Wellness Children & Adolescent Center
10201 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Free lead testing event for children ages 1–7 and expecting mothers on Saturday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Team Wellness Children & Adolescent Center. In addition to free lead testing, families can enjoy pizza, ice cream, bounce houses, games, and other fun activities in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. During the event, families will also have access to valuable community resources including pediatric services, children & adolescent behavioral health services, juvenile & at-risk youth programs, voter registration, and more.
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The Gallery Reset
July 11 at 2:30 PM
Playground Detroit
2845 Gratiot Avenue, Detroit, MI
An immersive afternoon designed for restoration, reflection and intentional connection. Set inside PLAYGROUND DETROIT, The Gallery Reset brings together movement, meditation, sound, art and conversation for a slower, more grounded social experience. Guests will move through a thoughtfully curated experience featuring guided meditation and breathwork, sound immersion, live DJ curation, visual art, journaling and a social hour with light bites and beverages. A slower kind of social experience rooted in wellness, culture and connection. Expect a calm but elevated atmosphere designed for founders, creatives and culturally curious guests seeking restoration without disconnection from social life.
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Diabetes Prevention Program- FREE class
July 12 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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Paint and Sip: Paint Night Done Right
July 12 at 3:00 PM
Brewery Faisan
1087 Beaufait St., Detroit, MI
Turn your next night out into something creative with this paint and sip experience in Detroit! Looking for a fun activity in Detroit? Picture this: you grab a drink, pick up a brush and suddenly you’re laughing way too hard at how your sunset looks more like a potato (in a good way). Your local instructor keeps things easy, the vibe stays chill and before you know it, you’re relaxed, inspired and genuinely proud of what you made. It’s a night that reminds you how good it feels to play again! Perfect for a date, a night with friends or just some much-needed me-time. Book your spot today and make your next night out unforgettable! What’s Included: A fun, hands-on paint and sip experience guided by a friendly local artist. An upbeat, social event hosted at a trendy public venue such as a distillery, brewery, cocktail bar or sake bar in Detroit (location varies by date). All painting materials provided: canvas, brushes, paints and apron. Step-by-step instruction, creative freedom and plenty of laughs. A canvas you can take home. What to Expect: A fun, upbeat atmosphere with music, drinks and creativity. Easy, beginner-friendly guidance from an instructor who keeps things light and easy. Ideal for: a casual date, girls’ night, team hangout or solo reset. Classes on Classpop! are designed to be fun, social events. Classes sell out fast though, so see the availability and more details including information about the instructor, reviews from other participants, and more at: https://www.classpop.com/painting-classes/51495/paint-night-done-right-detroit
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A Novel Evening at the Library
July 17 at 6:00 PM
Harper Woods Public Library
19601 Harper Ave., Harper Woods, MI
Join us for an evening at the Harper Woods Public Library complete with food, drinks and live music by Gerald Foster Detroit Metro Airport Pianist. Your support will help us to create an improved outdoor space for our community to enjoy. All donations are tax deductible and go to the friends of the Harper Woods Library. Purchase tickets with cash or check at the library. Scan QR code for more information and to purchase tickets by using Square.
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Awaken Your Senses: A Morning of Yin Yoga & Sound Bath
July 19 at 9:00 AM
The War Memorial
32 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
Join us for a healing morning designed to melt away both physical and mental tension. This restorative experience blends grounding yin and restorative poses, mindful breathwork, and a cellular-level healing of a sound bath session. You’ll leave feeling centered, renewed, and deeply relaxed. About the instructors Lisa Fischer is a certified Sound Healer and Trauma-Informed Somatic Life Coach. Her personal journey of healing and self-development has led her to explore many modalities, but she found her true passion in the transformative power of sound. With a naturally busy mind, Lisa discovered sound healing as a way to quiet her thoughts and experience deep stillness. Through this practice, she has entered some of the most profound meditative states of her life and learned the art of true rest. She believes sound healing is a powerful and much-needed practice in today’s fast-paced world, one that can create lasting transformation and profound shifts in well-being. Lisa looks forward to holding space and connecting with you through the healing vibrations of sound. Dena Bostwick is a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-500) with over 500 hours of formal training and more than 15 years of dedicated personal practice. She completed her 200-hour teacher training at Lifetime in Bloomfield, MI, and her 300-hour advanced training at Vikasa in Koh Samui, Thailand, where she studied with world-renowned yoga teacher Jonah Kest and philosophy and meditation teacher Alexey Vyazovov. For Dena, the most rewarding part of teaching is helping students cultivate self-awareness and move beyond everyday limitations. Having experienced her own healing and transformation through yoga, she is passionate about guiding others on their personal journeys of growth and well-being. Her training includes meditation, breathwork, and a wide range of yoga styles, including Ashtanga Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Vinyasa, and Yin Yoga. She also loves teaching children as young as age three and is committed to creating inclusive, supportive spaces for students of all ages and abilities. Dena looks forward to continuing her education while sharing the practice that has deeply shaped her own life.
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The Village Streetside Sale-ebration
July 24 at 5:00 PM
The Village, Downtown Grosse Pointe Shopping
17043 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe, MI
HOURS: tbd Not your ordinary sidewalk, the Streetside Sale-ebration is a weekend full of shopping at your favorite Village spots and MORE! More details and surprises coming soon! Interested in becoming a vendor? Click here: https://cms8.revize.com/revize/villageofgrossept/2026 Makers & Vendor Streetside Sale-ebration package.pdf
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Chandler Park Community Arts and Music Festival
July 25 at 1:00 PM
Chandler Park
12831 Frankfort St, Detroit, MI
The Chandler Park Community Arts and Music Festival showcases the talent, creativity, and community spirit that make Detroit’s Eastside the best. Join families and neighbors for an afternoon of performances, interactive art, and joyful celebration in one of the Eastside’s most beloved green spaces. Enjoy free food, while supplies last. This event is free and tickets are not required to attend
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