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Disability Network Wayne County Detroit Events


Friday, Jun 19, 2026

Fri 19
Jun 19, 2026 @ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Computer Literacy

Via Zoom

Computer classes programs offer training from basic skills (email, typing, MS Office) to advanced programming (Python, Web Dev, AI), available through local libraries, online platforms and specialized centers, catering to beginners, job seekers, and professionals looking to upskill in areas like cybersecurity, data science, or cloud computing. Programs vary from free community workshops to certifications, focusing on digital literacy or career-specific tech skills.

Saturday, Jun 20, 2026

Sat 20
Jun 20, 2026 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Free Caregiver Training Classes

In Person & Via Zoom

Caregiver training classes offer essential skills for professional and family caregivers, covering topics like personal care, dementia, safety, and self-care, with options ranging from in-person workshops to online certifications. Training can lead to certifications (DCW) required for employment. Join us every Thursday at 6 pm.

Monday, Jun 22, 2026

Mon 22
Jun 22, 2026 @ 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM

Enhance Fitness

In Person & Via Zoom

The Enhance Fitness program is a low-cost, evidence-based group exercise and falls prevention program designed specifically to improve the overall fitness and well-being of older adults.

Mon 22
Jun 22, 2026 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Blind Hustle Dance Group

In Person & Via Zoom

The "Blind Hustle Dance Group teaches ballroom and other styles to visually impaired dancers using touch and verbal cues, or events featuring blindfolded dancers in Hustle competitions, showcasing how blind individuals master intricate partner dances by relying on feeling the rhythm and partner's movements. These groups and events highlight adaptive dance techniques, proving that blindness doesn't prevent complex choreography, often incorporating elements of traditional Hustle.

Mon 22
Jun 22, 2026 @ 10:00 PM – 3:30 PM

F.A.C.E Ceramic Classes

In Person

Beginner ceramic classes teach fundamental clay techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab building, introducing students to the potter's wheel, clay properties, and basic firing/glazing, focusing on hands-on creation of simple functional or decorative pieces like bowls, tiles, or dishes to build confidence and understanding before exploring more complex art.

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

Tue 23
Jun 23, 2026 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Free Massage Therapy

In Person

Massage therapy is the professional manual manipulation of soft body tissues (muscles, tendons, ligaments) using techniques like kneading, rubbing, and pressing to promote relaxation, relieve pain, improve circulation, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being, often tailored to specific health needs like back pain, headaches, or recovery from injury. It's an ancient healing art with many styles, from relaxing Swedish to deep tissue, performed by trained therapists.