5 Things to Do in Metro Detroit the Week of Aug. 19

Spend this week at a plant-based potluck, meditating around downtown Detroit, practicing your swing dance moves and more.

By Ri’An Jackson

Feature Photo via Art in the Elements Facebook

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Lunchtime Walks: Mindful Meditation Through the Parks

Noon to 12:45 p.m.

Campus Martius Park

Woodward Avenue, Detroit

Relax and disconnect from a busy day with walking meditation. Starting at Campus Martius, every Thursday you can join the group, and walk to various parks downtown — stopping at each one for a mindfulness activity. Admission is free.

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Art in the Elements

Friday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Meadow Brook Hall

350 Estate Drive, Rochester Hills

Art in the Elements is perfect for all art and nature lovers. At this event, you can experience the sights of The Great Estate’s woodland paths while browsing over 20 large-scale floral art sculptures and designs. Then, enjoy a self-guided tour through The Hall’s art collection and floral designs. Admission is $20 for adults. Family craft activities will also be offered from 12-4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. More information is available at meadowbrookhall.org.

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World’s Largest Plant-Based Potluck Picnic

1-5 p.m.

Ernest W. Seaholm High School Athletic Field

2436 West Lincoln, Birmingham

Grab some friends and an oil-free, plant-based dish for the World’s Largest Plant-Based Potluck Picnic in Birmingham. You can indulge in healthy eats in a food tent, or bring a blanket and enjoy your meal in the grass. Alongside the great food will be live entertainment, games and music. Attendees must bring an oil-free, plant-based dish that can feed 10. Tickets are $5 on Eventbrite.

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Swing Dance Party

8 p.m. to midnight

The Cube

3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit

Have a swinging time at the Swing Dance Party in Detroit. Attendees are offered a dance class, cocktails and the opportunity to show off their dance moves during the open dance floor featuring live swing music from local band Planet D Nonet. Tickets are $10 at dso.org.

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Detroit Chevy Dealers Hydrofest

Roostertail

100 Marquette Drive, Detroit

Watch the world’s fastest automotive-powered hydroplanes compete at Hydrofest. Hosted at Roostertail, this two-day event is bringing 40 boats from The Hydroplane Racing League to Metro Detroit — offering spectators a thrilling motorboat racing experience. More information available at detroitboatraces.org Tickets range from $10-$200 on Eventbrite.