THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14
Revitalizing with Bone Broth and Collagen – 7-8:30pm. Take the sag out of swag! Learn about special nutrient foods that can help to keep looking good and feeling younger. Free. Karl Wellness Center and Chiropractic, 30935 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland. RSVP: 734-425-8220. KarlWellnessCenter.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15
Third Friday – 5-9pm. The DCA is open late for holiday shopping. Buy handmade items and artwork from local artists. DCA will be trolley stop from downtown Wyandotte. Downriver Council for the Arts, 81 Chestnut, Wyandotte. 734-720-0671. DownriverArts.org. Drop-In Workshop: Snowflakes – 6-9pm. Bring the beauty of winter indoors by making old-fashioned paper snowflakes. Free with general admission, general museum admission is free for residents of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. Detroit Institute of Arts, Art Making Studio, 5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit. 313-833-7900. DIA.org.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16
RUNdetroit – 8-9am. A group run. They have 3, 6, and 10 mile loops for runners and walkers of all paces. Free. RUNdetroit, 441 W Canfield St, Detroit. Run-Detroit.com.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17
Eastern Holiday Market – 11am-5pm. First annual indoor holiday market featuring Detroit area art, handicrafts and merchandise. Event will feature around 38 local artists, crafters and creatives of all types selling original merchandise for holiday gift shopping needs. Free admission. 3434 Russell St, Detroit. EasternHolidayMarket2017.EventBrite.com.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19
Stress Hormone and Health – 6-8pm. Dinner immediately following seminar presented by leading wellness expert Dr. Lisa Sullivan N.D. Learn how hormone imbalances can affect sleep cycles, carbohydrate cravings and fat-burning – why counting calories doesn’t work with belly fat – learn the biggest mistake that people make with exercise that prevents weight loss of belly fat and bulges, safely and healthfully. Free. Roses Restaurant, 201 N Canton Center Rd, Canton. Limited seating, RSVP: 734-716-5588.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23
Zumba – 7pm. All levels welcome. Free. Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit. 313717-5939.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29
save the date Let Go, Arrive, Begin Again: A New Year’s Retreat – Dec 29-31. For many the holiday season is a time of energy, excitement, family, food, gratitude, travel and gifts. However, it is also a time of depression and challenge for some. This weekend walk away from that which stands in the way and into that which is available, lighter, greater and real. Let go while finding a unique way of celebrating the small things together. $111. Song of the Morning Ranch, 9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd E, Vanderbilt. SongOfTheMorning.org.
Rockin’ NYE – Ball Drop Event – 6pm-1am. Community Choice Credit Union presents a celebration in downtown Wyandotte. Guests will gather for a free concert with national and local bands plus a heated family tent with kids activities. Free and for all ages. Downtown Wyandotte, Biddle Ave and Maple next to the iconic Clock Tower. Facebook. com/RockinNYE/
planahead THURSDAY, JANUARY 11
Detoxification/Weight Loss – 7-8:30pm. Learn about latest natural formulas for safely reducing belly fat and increasing metabolic rate, how and why they work. Free. Karl Wellness Center and Chiropractic, 30935 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland. RSVP: 734-425-8220. KarlWellnessCenter.com.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31
New Year’s Eve Peace Meditation –12-1:30pm. Start the New Year with a renewed sense of peace within. This meditation extends to all beings throughout the Universe with wishes for wellness, success, health, prosperity and sustained peace. $20. Body Works Healing Center, 819 N Mill St, Plymouth. RSVP: 734416-5200. BodyWorksHealingCenter.com.
Find us at your local Kroger in the free magazine rack near the exit!
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20
Wellness Wednesday – 9am-9pm. Enjoy a special offer twenty-two percent off discount. Does not apply to Juice Bar, Professional Line products, Family Farms and manager specials. Free. Nutrition Unlimited, 14185 Eureka Rd, Southgate. 734-284-2357. SuperHealthShop.com.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21
Meditation - 7:15pm. Want to clear your energy? Join MJ for an evening of meditation, and learn techniques to use at home. With breath work and a quiet environment you can take a break from your daily activities. Whether you have meditated or you want to begin meditating; Everyone Welcome! Free. Canton Center Chiropractic, 6231 N Canton Center Rd, Ste 109. RSVP: 734-455-6767. CantonCenterChiropractic.com.
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