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Gather your friends and let's go explore the Mary Thompson House & Farm. There will be hamburgers, picnic salads and treats. The Mary Thompson House will be open for tours and you can walk around the beautiful gardens as well!
Friday, October 3 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Mary Thompson House & Farm, 25630 Evergreen Road
$22/Southfield resident $28/Non-resident
Call (248) 796-4650 to reserve your ticket today!
Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to chat directly with Angie, our Senior Facility Coordinator!
Every month, just before our 50+ Speaker Series, we host these relaxed and lively sessions where you can:
Get the scoop on upcoming programs
Share your ideas and feedback
Suggest new classes, day trips, or events you’d love to see
Come enjoy a cup of coffee, engage in meaningful conversations, and help us shape our community offerings. See you there!
Looking for a refreshing way to connect with nature this fall? Join Cathy and fellow adventurers for our Park Adventure Walks—a weekly guided stroll through some of Southfield’s most scenic parks and preserves.
Each outing offers light exercise, a chance to spot local plants and wildlife, and time to enjoy the crisp autumn air with a friendly group of nature lovers. Every walk brings something new—you never know what you’ll discover!
🕘 Walks begin at 9 AM unless otherwise noted. Meet at the designated park parking lot and get ready to explore!
Thursday, October 2 Freeway Park/Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve, eastbound Lincoln, west of Greenfield
Thursday, October 9 Art Walk to red Pole Park, Meet at the Parks & Recreation building (26000 Evergreen Rd.)
Thursday, October 16 Civic Center Park, 26000 Evergreen Rd.
Thursday, October 23 Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve, 27225 W. Ten Mile Rd.
Thursday, October 30 Burgh Historical Park/Southfield Cemetery, 26060 Berg Rd.
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building, Room 115
Join us for a meaningful afternoon in Southfield dedicated to raising awareness, honoring survivors, and taking action in the fight against breast cancer.
Event Highlights
Presentation by Karmanos Cancer Institute – Learn about breast cancer prevention, hear survivor stories, and take part in an open Q&A.
Breast Cancer Honor Wall – Share and celebrate the names of loved ones touched by breast cancer.
Informational Booths – Access prevention and support resources from community partners.
“Check Yourself” Pop-Up with EPIC Health – Learn self-exam techniques and prevention tips.
5K Walk – Conclude the day with a walk around the Southfield Municipal Campus, led by the Momentum Walking Club.
This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. You can register online at https://bit.ly/real-talk-pinktoberfest or call Ayh'anna Nelson, Community Health Educator at (313) 576-8382.
Discover valuable insights on financial planning, medical topics, and volunteer opportunities, all tailored for those 50 and above.
Wed, September 17 Protecting Your Identity and Online Accounts with Vibe Credit Union
Wed, September 24 Medicare Update with Andrea Jackson
For more information, call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.
Register once (in person, by phone, or online) and enjoy a whole year of activities!
For just $10 per year for Southfield residents and $15 per year for non-residents, you can participate in as many or as few activities as you like. These activities are held at both the Parks & Recreation Building and the Beech Woods Recreation Center throughout the week.
At the Parks & Recreation Building, you can join the following drop-in activities from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM:
- Bingo: Tuesdays (10 AM - 11:30 AM, $0.25 per card)
- Sky Jo: Tuesdays
- Bid Whist: Tuesdays and Thursdays (12-3:30 PM)
- Bridge: Wednesdays
- Mahjong: Wednesdays
At Beech Woods Recreation Center, the following activities are offered from 10 AM to 12 PM:
- Bounce Volleyball: Mondays & Wednesdays (Fall Session: Oct 6-Dec 17)
- Indoor Pickleball: Tuesdays (Fall Session: Oct 7-Dec 16)
- Indoor Tennis: Thursdays and Fridays (Fall Session: Oct 8-Dec 19)
Come and join the fun!
