The Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS) has a specialist stationed at Perennial Park weekly on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on a drop-in basis -- no appointment necessary!

This specialist is available to the general public and can help with things such as: applications for Medicaid or Food Assistance, reviewing personal cases, and answering questions about the various services available through the Department.

This six-week class is intended for active, mobile adults. Join us for this higher intensity dance workout class that improves cardio endurance and burns calories. MOVE is all about breaking a sweat and having fun! The class focuses on cardio endurance by starting with simple dance moves then building into more complex sequences, bringing you a great cardio workout. Sign up in the Fitness Center. The next 6-week session begins Monday September 17th.

Cost: Free with Fitness Center membership; $35 for non-members.

The Perennial Park Bell Choir meets most Mondays at 5:00 p.m.*

Please call the Center if you are interested in becoming a member or would like more information. The ability to read music is helpful but not necessary.

(*The group typically takes a break during the summer months.)

If you enjoy knitting and other kinds of needlework, stop by Perennial Park on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. This informal group meets to do personal knitting and needlework projects and to enjoy time socializing together. This is a weekly "drop-in" group open to anyone who is interested.

Try your hand at Euchre every Wednesday from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome!

This group is available for caregivers and family or friends of someone with any type of dementia or short-term memory loss. Learn practical strategies for providing care and comfort for those affected with memory loss, and learn to care for your own physical and emotional well-being. Find help, hope, and strength from others who are coping with similar circumstances. Typically meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 3:30 p.m. and new members are always welcome. For more information call (517) 437-2422 or (800) 479-3348.

Fresh coffee and pastries are served most Friday mornings at Perennial Park beginninig at 9:00 a.m.

Come for this informal gathering and enjoy conversation with others. All are welcome!

Perennial Park will be providing entertainment at the Nichols Bandshell from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

New Beginnings is an informal group of widows and widowers who meet for lunch on Fridays at Perennial Park. The group is open to anyone who has lost a spouse.