Rooted in Rhythm | A Community Movement Experience

Schedule

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 17 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Faith Gardens Community Center and Events | Detroit, MI

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Join us for Rooted in Rhythm, a free two-part community dance and movement experience designed to reconnect body, mind, and spirit.
About this Event

Join us for Rooted in Rhythm, a free two-part community dance and movement experience designed to reconnect body, mind, and spirit through rhythm, culture, and joy.

This event blends African-inspired movement, modern dance, and mindfulness to celebrate wellness through expression and connection.

Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or stepping into movement for the first time, this experience welcomes all ages, all levels, all abilities.



Event Details:

🗓️ Dates & Times:

  • Monday, December 15th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday, December 17th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Location:
Faith Gardens Community Center and Events |17600 Chester, Detroit, MI 48224 | 313-457-9990.



Cost:

Free Event — donations are welcome to support Neighborhood Empowerment Initiative’s community wellness programs.



What to Expect:

✨ A 90-minute guided movement experience
🎵 Uplifting music rooted in African and contemporary rhythms
🤝 Connection with community and self through mindful motion
💛 A safe, welcoming space for healing and joy



What to Bring:
  • Comfortable clothing you can move in
  • Water bottle
  • An open heart and good energy



About the Hosts:

Neighborhood Empowerment Initiative (NEI) is a Detroit-based nonprofit cultivating healing, empowerment, and connection through wellness and cultural programming.
Faith Gardens Community Center is the home of NEI and a local gathering place where our community comes to celebrate, grow, and thrive together.

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Where is it happening?

Faith Gardens Community Center and Events, 17600 Chester Street, Detroit, United States

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