Healthy Habits Series

Healthy Habits Series

Overview

Kickstart your day with easy tips and fun tricks to build habits that actually stick and boost your health!

The Summer Healthy Habits Series is a FREE, hands-on program designed to promote wellness through gardening, movement, creativity, nutrition, and mindfulness.

Each session blends education and interactive activities that support physical health, mental well-being, and community connection.

Participants will explore topics such as pollinator habitats, gentle exercise, healthy eating, meditation, and seasonal garden practices in a welcoming outdoor setting.

Check out our series below and register for the events that interest you!

Wednesday, June 10 – Introductory Meeting & Garden Update
Kick off the series with introductions, a garden tour, seasonal updates, and hands-on activities including planning, planting, and plant pressing.

Wednesday, June 24 – Sunflower Planting & Jewelry Creation
Plant sunflowers, launch the friendly “Tallest Sunflower” challenge, and enjoy a creative jewelry-making activity.

Wednesday, July 8 – Chair Yoga with a DJ
Move and stretch with guided chair yoga set to uplifting music, plus a take-home gentle stretching guide.

Wednesday, July 22 – Game Day (BINGO & Trivia)
Enjoy garden-themed games, trivia, scavenger hunts, and friendly competitions designed to promote connection and fun.

Wednesday, August 5 – Monarch Education Day
Learn about the monarch butterfly life cycle, milkweed as a host plant, and how to create pollinator-friendly habitats.

Wednesday, August 19 – Vase Decorating Workshop
Decorate vases with creative designs as a precursor to future flower arrangements and seasonal expression.

Wednesday, September 2 – Flower Arrangement Session
Explore garden blooms, learn about seasonal flowers, and create beautiful arrangements to take home.

Wednesday, September 16 – Meditation & Sound Bath
Experience guided breathwork, meditation, and a calming sound bath featuring drums and crystal bowls.

Wednesday, September 30 – Pesto Fest & Fresh Herbs Workshop
Discover how to make fresh pesto and salad dressings using garden herbs, followed by a community tasting.

Wednesday, October 14 – Gratitude Walk & Celebration
Close the series with a reflective garden walk, seasonal tour, and a celebratory BBQ gathering.

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Highlights

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • all ages
  • In person

Refund Policy

No refunds

Location

Lafayette Greens Garden

132 West Lafayette Boulevard

Detroit, MI 48226

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