Emerge! Art Festival — 100 Years Unbound: The Power of Aging
Ellen Kayrod Gallery 4750 Woodward Ave, DetroitWeek of Events
Exhibit: 100 Years Unbound, The Power of Aging, Hannan @ Detroit Historical Museum
A century ago, growing old was a perilous prospect. People who were too old to work, too weak to live independently, or widowed after a lifetime of partnership often faced dire circumstances. Many seniors relied on a patchwork network of charities and the goodwill of family and friends to survive. In response, Luella Hannan and […]
Emerge! Art Festival — 100 Years Unbound: The Power of Aging
Location: Ellen Kayrod Gallery at Hannan Center, 4750 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48201 Festival Dates: October 18, 2025 – January 14, 2026 Opening Day Celebration: Saturday, October 18 | 1–7 PM About the Festival: Experience the power of creative aging at Emerge!—a juried festival of visual art, performance, and storytelling by older adult artists. In […]
Sunday, January 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, January 5, 2026
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January 5, 2026 -Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
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January 5, 2026 -Yoga (BeyondU)
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January 5, 2026 -Hustle Dancing (BeyondU)
Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
Open weekdays from 10a - 3p Are you looking for a meaningful gift for someone special that is unique? Look no further than the Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop - in-person and online! *All the art available for purchase through the Kayrod Gift Shop also supports Hannan Center's nonprofit work as a portion of the […]
Yoga (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by Laura Lerman Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexiility, balance, and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.
Hustle Dancing (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by Nawali G. This dance class supports healthy aging, brain memory, and balance.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
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January 6, 2026 -Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
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January 6, 2026 -Art – Open Studio (BeyondU)
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January 6, 2026 -Tai Chi (BeyondU)
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January 6, 2026 -Meditation (Beyond U)
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January 6, 2026 -Sing Out Multi Style Singing Group for Men (BeyondU)
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January 6, 2026 -Strength Training for the Mature Adult (BeyondU)
Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
Open weekdays from 10a - 3p Are you looking for a meaningful gift for someone special that is unique? Look no further than the Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop - in-person and online! *All the art available for purchase through the Kayrod Gift Shop also supports Hannan Center's nonprofit work as a portion of the […]
Art – Open Studio (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by James Puntigam Open studio is a weekly gathering time for participants to work on independent Art project in a group setting. A facilitator will be available each week to answer questions, discuss techniques, help spur creativity and maintain a safe working environment. Even though there will be a few reference and art materials […]
Tai Chi (BeyondU)
Provides an opportunity for participants to learn the ancient Chinese form of moving, meditation, and relaxation while creating balance between the mind and body. The flowing dance-like movements are able to improve muscular strength, flexibility, join movement, balance, and cardio-respiratory fitness.
Meditation (Beyond U)
Activities instructed by Vernice Daniels In this course we will explore the various techniques of meditation. Learn and develop the practical skills of mindfulness meditation, including methods for a) deepening concentration and b) responding skillfully to physical pain, stress, and difficult emotions and thought patterns.
Sing Out Multi Style Singing Group for Men (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by Alina Morr Come swing with us! Join in the joy of group singing as we sing great music from Blues, Doo Wop and the Motown eras, as well as contemporary popular music. Weekly rehearsals with be accompanied by live jazz piano, played by Director/Accompanist Alina Morr, from the Grammy-Nominated jazz group, Straight Ahead. […]
Strength Training for the Mature Adult (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by Trina Swihart This hybrid beginner-strength class will include full-body exercises to work all major muscle groups.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
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January 7, 2026 -Advanced Fitness – (Virtual) (BeyondU)
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January 7, 2026 -Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
Advanced Fitness – (Virtual) (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by John Barber Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activities for daily living. Handheld weights, exercise ball, resistance bands, and a chair are used for seated or standing support.
Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
Open weekdays from 10a - 3p Are you looking for a meaningful gift for someone special that is unique? Look no further than the Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop - in-person and online! *All the art available for purchase through the Kayrod Gift Shop also supports Hannan Center's nonprofit work as a portion of the […]
Thursday, January 8, 2026
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January 8, 2026 -Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
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January 8, 2026 -Theater (BeyondU)
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January 8, 2026 -Art and Design 101 (Zoom) (BeyondU)
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January 8, 2026 -Sing Ladies Sing! (BeyondU)
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January 8, 2026 -B(L)ACK Music Series – Bill Lee (BeyondU Concert)
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January 8, 2026 -2nd Thursday of the Month – Virtual Mental Health Support Group
Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
Open weekdays from 10a - 3p Are you looking for a meaningful gift for someone special that is unique? Look no further than the Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop - in-person and online! *All the art available for purchase through the Kayrod Gift Shop also supports Hannan Center's nonprofit work as a portion of the […]
Theater (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by Madelyn Porter This class will provide the opportunity to explore aspects of theater performance and production. Through various theater techniques, such as improvisation, oral history, and storytelling, the group will develop and share their creativity with an audience.
Art and Design 101 (Zoom) (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by Jim Puntigam Be yourself and do art. Explore your possibilities in drawing, painting, and collage. This course is for beginners and those who want to review working with the process in art-making. Course goals: working with a variety of materials to understand what is possible; gaining self-confidence in doing art; learning about artists--past and […]
Sing Ladies Sing! (BeyondU)
Activities instructed by Eileen Orr Come and be a part of the Joy of Group Singing with “Sing, Lady, Sing!” Rehearsals will include a warmup, working on harmonies, pointers on vocal techniques…… and FUN singing music!
B(L)ACK Music Series – Bill Lee (BeyondU Concert)
King Sophia This episode will center Spike Lee’s father, Bill Lee, and the film, She’s Gotta Have It, for which he composed the classic soundtrack. The lecture will include a comprehensive account of his complex story and musical evolution, and how he influenced and set the stage for his son. In particular, this conversation will […]
2nd Thursday of the Month – Virtual Mental Health Support Group
Winds of Change 4-5p | Virtual Join us twice a month for our online support group for older adults coping with social isolation. This group meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Contact Sue Probert at 313-833-1300 ext 38 or sprobert@hannan.org
Friday, January 9, 2026
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January 9, 2026 -Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
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January 9, 2026 -Tech Friday (by appointment only)
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January 9, 2026 -Yoga (Friday) In-Person & ZOOM
Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop
Open weekdays from 10a - 3p Are you looking for a meaningful gift for someone special that is unique? Look no further than the Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop - in-person and online! *All the art available for purchase through the Kayrod Gift Shop also supports Hannan Center's nonprofit work as a portion of the […]
Tech Friday (by appointment only)
Have problems with your phone, computer or other tech device? No problem, we're here to help. Please contact the front desk 313-833-1300 x 10 to schedule in-person technology demonstrations and […]
Yoga (Friday) In-Person & ZOOM
Activities instructed by Trina Campbell For all levels of ability. We will do seated and standing poses with floor work being optional. Plenty of helpful modifications will be suggessted. Gain flexibility, balance, range of motion, and even muscular strength.
Saturday, January 10, 2026
No events on this day.