Upcoming events, classes & workshops
2026 Events
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Reiki Infused Soundbath with Famika
10 am-Yoga with Danisha
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Flower U-Pick
Join us every Saturday from July 25 – September 5 during our Summer Saturdays Market for a hands-on floral experience in the field.
Our U-Pick invites you to wander through rows of seasonal blooms, select your favorite stems, and create a bouquet that reflects your own style. We’ll provide the tools and guidance — you bring your creativity.
Make it a morning with friends, a sweet date, or a solo reset. Stroll through the flowers, take beautiful photos among the blooms, and slow down long enough to truly enjoy the season.
This isn’t just flower picking — it’s an experience rooted in joy, beauty, and connection
Click the link below to purchase a ticket.
Flower Press Workshop
Enjoy a fun hands-on experience where you'll learn the art of flower pressing! You'll be guided step-by-step to create beautiful, lasting flower art. In this workshop, you’ll create and decorate your own flower press book while learning how to properly press and preserve flowers. You’ll take home a unique and personalized flower press and the skills to continue pressing and crafting at home. All materials provided. Just bring your creativity and love of flowers!
Cost: $12 (Click the link below to register)
Garden Tea Party
(The date has been postponed to the 9th of August) and because of that a few more tickets are available). Click the link below to join us.
Step into the charm of Griffin Gardens for an elegant Garden Tea Party. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon from 1–3 PM surrounded by blooming flowers and peaceful garden paths. Sip on five locally grown teas and two tea-infused wines while savoring a full-course meal, all set in a relaxed, picturesque outdoor space. This is the perfect way to connect with friends, celebrate special moments, or simply treat yourself to an afternoon of beauty and flavor.
Click the link below to purchase tickets!
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation with Famika
10 am-Beginner Boxing with Theresa (To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beginners-boxing-class-griffin-gardens-tickets-1988691632206?aff=oddtdtcreator)
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Stamped Tote Bags workshop with DaTrice Clark
This Stamped Tote Bag workshop will take place during our Summer Saturdays market! Participants will be making stamped Tote bags using plants and pigments. Faciliated by artist and DIYer, DaTrice Clark particpants will create one of a kind stamps to customize their tote bags. All ages are welcome but minors are required to be accompanied by an adult.
Cost-$10
To purchase a ticket click the link below!
Flower U-Pick
Join us every Saturday from July 25 – September 5 during our Summer Saturdays Market for a hands-on floral experience in the field.
Our U-Pick invites you to wander through rows of seasonal blooms, select your favorite stems, and create a bouquet that reflects your own style. We’ll provide the tools and guidance — you bring your creativity.
Make it a morning with friends, a sweet date, or a solo reset. Stroll through the flowers, take beautiful photos among the blooms, and slow down long enough to truly enjoy the season.
This isn’t just flower picking — it’s an experience rooted in joy, beauty, and connection
Click the link below to purchase a ticket.
Chapters in the Garden
Unwind after work at Chapters in the Garden, a cozy reading party at Griffin Gardens from 6–8 PM. Set among blooming flowers, you can read, enjoy a mindful activity, or simply relax in the fresh air. Bring your own drinks, snacks, and a blanket or setup to get comfortable. Chapters in the Garden takes place every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from July through September, offering the perfect midweek escape in a welcoming, serene space.
No registration required.
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation (Community Reiki) with Carmen
10 am-Yoga with Mercedes
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Flower U-Pick
Join us every Saturday from July 25 – September 5 during our Summer Saturdays Market for a hands-on floral experience in the field.
Our U-Pick invites you to wander through rows of seasonal blooms, select your favorite stems, and create a bouquet that reflects your own style. We’ll provide the tools and guidance — you bring your creativity.
Make it a morning with friends, a sweet date, or a solo reset. Stroll through the flowers, take beautiful photos among the blooms, and slow down long enough to truly enjoy the season.
This isn’t just flower picking — it’s an experience rooted in joy, beauty, and connection
Click the link below to purchase a ticket.
Medicinal & Magical Uses for Herbs
Discover the powerful connection between the medicinal and magical properties of herbs in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop. Learn how common herbs can be used in simple, effective rituals for everyday life. You’ll leave with practical knowledge, deeper insight on how the medicinal properties of herbs are key to understanding their spriitual and magical uses. You'll leave receipes and tips for everyday wellness and magic.
Cost: $25 (Click the link below to register)
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation (Reiki infused Sound bath) with Famika
10 am-Boxing for beginners with Theresa (To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beginners-boxing-class-griffin-gardens-tickets-1988691632206?aff=oddtdtcreator)
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Botanical Illustration Workshop
Botanical Illustration Workshop
This workshop combines the mindfulness practice of nature observation with artistic expression. We will explore the garden with a keen eye while learning simple drawing and painting techniques that enable you to translate the bountiful botanical beauty into unique artwork. No prior experience needed - just bring your curiosity and an open mind! With experienced Teaching Artist Stephanie Mae as your guide - get ready to immerse yourself in the world of botanical illustration and leave feeling refreshed and inspired.
*all supplies provided
*all ages welcome
Cost: Suggested Donation $10-20 (Register below)
Full Moon and Mocktails
Full Moon & Mocktails
Join us to celebrate the full moon. Enjoy herbal mocktails, gentle yoga, and space to slow down, reset, and connect.
Bring a plant or book to swap, and explore handmade herbal goodies to take a little magic home. Come solo or with a friend everyone is welcome.
Cost: Free (Click the link below to register)
Flower U-Pick
Join us every Saturday from July 25 – September 5 during our Summer Saturdays Market for a hands-on floral experience in the field.
Our U-Pick invites you to wander through rows of seasonal blooms, select your favorite stems, and create a bouquet that reflects your own style. We’ll provide the tools and guidance — you bring your creativity.
Make it a morning with friends, a sweet date, or a solo reset. Stroll through the flowers, take beautiful photos among the blooms, and slow down long enough to truly enjoy the season.
This isn’t just flower picking — it’s an experience rooted in joy, beauty, and connection
Click the link below to purchase a ticket.
Chapters in the Garden
Unwind after work at Chapters in the Garden, a cozy reading party at Griffin Gardens from 6–8 PM. Set among blooming flowers, you can read, enjoy a mindful activity, or simply relax in the fresh air. Bring your own drinks, snacks, and a blanket or setup to get comfortable. Chapters in the Garden takes place every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from July through September, offering the perfect midweek escape in a welcoming, serene space.
No registration required.
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation with Tonjie
10 am-Yoga with Tonjie
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Flower U-Pick
Join us every Saturday from July 25 – September 5 during our Summer Saturdays Market for a hands-on floral experience in the field.
Our U-Pick invites you to wander through rows of seasonal blooms, select your favorite stems, and create a bouquet that reflects your own style. We’ll provide the tools and guidance — you bring your creativity.
Make it a morning with friends, a sweet date, or a solo reset. Stroll through the flowers, take beautiful photos among the blooms, and slow down long enough to truly enjoy the season.
This isn’t just flower picking — it’s an experience rooted in joy, beauty, and connection
Click the link below to purchase a ticket.
Sip and Paint with Mocktails
Join us for a chill in-person event where creativity meets refreshment! Sip on delicious mocktails as you paint surrounded by beautiful garden vibes. No experience needed—just bring your good vibes and get ready to create some colorful memories. It's the perfect way to unwind, socialize, and let your inner artist shine. See you at Griffith Garden!
Cost: $35 (Register below)
Almost End of Summer Garden Dance Party & Fundraiser
Celebrate the season in style at Griffin Gardens’ Annual End-of-Summer Garden Dance Party & Fundraiser! Dance among the blooms, enjoy great music, and soak up the vibrant garden atmosphere as we say goodbye to summer. This festive evening supports Griffin Gardens and helps keep our community events, art exhibitions, and garden programs thriving. Bring your friends, your energy, and your love of flowers—let’s move, mingle, and celebrate together!
Chapters in the Garden
Unwind after work at Chapters in the Garden, a cozy reading party at Griffin Gardens from 6–8 PM. Set among blooming flowers, you can read, enjoy a mindful activity, or simply relax in the fresh air. Bring your own drinks, snacks, and a blanket or setup to get comfortable. Chapters in the Garden takes place every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from July through September, offering the perfect midweek escape in a welcoming, serene space.
No registration required.
Chapters in the Garden
Unwind after work at Chapters in the Garden, a cozy reading party at Griffin Gardens from 6–8 PM. Set among blooming flowers, you can read, enjoy a mindful activity, or simply relax in the fresh air. Bring your own drinks, snacks, and a blanket or setup to get comfortable. Chapters in the Garden takes place every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from July through September, offering the perfect midweek escape in a welcoming, serene space.
No registration required.
Spill the Cosmic Tea: Understanding the Basics of Astrology Workshop
Uncover the basics of astrology in a fun, easy to understand way as we break down the zodiac signs, birth charts, and how the cosmos influences your everyday life.
Cost: Free (Click the link below to register)
Flower U-Pick
Join us every Saturday from July 25 – September 5 during our Summer Saturdays Market for a hands-on floral experience in the field.
Our U-Pick invites you to wander through rows of seasonal blooms, select your favorite stems, and create a bouquet that reflects your own style. We’ll provide the tools and guidance — you bring your creativity.
Make it a morning with friends, a sweet date, or a solo reset. Stroll through the flowers, take beautiful photos among the blooms, and slow down long enough to truly enjoy the season.
This isn’t just flower picking — it’s an experience rooted in joy, beauty, and connection
Click the link below to purchase a ticket.
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation (Community Reiki) with Carmen
10 am-Afrobeat fitness with Ada
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Elopement Day 2026: A wedding for all
One garden, eight couples, one elopement experience.
Couples looking for an alternative to the courthouse wedding are welcomed to join us at Griffin Gardens for a communal wedding. Click the link below for more info!
Flower U-Pick
Join us every Saturday from July 25 – September 5 during our Summer Saturdays Market for a hands-on floral experience in the field.
Our U-Pick invites you to wander through rows of seasonal blooms, select your favorite stems, and create a bouquet that reflects your own style. We’ll provide the tools and guidance — you bring your creativity.
Make it a morning with friends, a sweet date, or a solo reset. Stroll through the flowers, take beautiful photos among the blooms, and slow down long enough to truly enjoy the season.
This isn’t just flower picking — it’s an experience rooted in joy, beauty, and connection
Click the link below to purchase a ticket.
Collaborative Art as a Liberatory Practice: A Workshop
Are you craving community practices that allow us to imagine better worlds? What do we have to gain from creative, collaborative processes?
Join us for a workshop where we will make art and discuss what it means to work together towards a shared goal of collective liberation.
Facilitated by environmental educator, writer, and artist, Emma Belanger, M.Ed., this workshop will provide a space for folks to share their ideas, experiences, and craft with one another. Welcome to ALL skill levels (everyone is an artist!), our goal will be to create something beautiful together while learning from one another about how we build the future we want to live in: where we care for our neighbors, hold one another accountable, and have our material, emotional, social, and spiritual needs met.
While some art supplies will be provided, feel free to bring your favorite materials and mediums to work with.
Cost: Free (Click the link below to register)
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation with Chantele
10 am- Pilates with Kristen
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
5th Annual Art in the Garden
An annual outdoor art exhibition held since 2021. Set among blooming flowers, buzzing pollinators, and winding garden paths, this event showcases local artists—many exhibiting for the first time. Visitors can explore original artwork, meet the artists, and purchase pieces in a welcoming, open-air gallery where creativity and community bloom together. Curated by Mariah Mitchell and Simone Bryant.
Click the link below to apply!
Chapters in the Garden
Unwind after work at Chapters in the Garden, a cozy reading party at Griffin Gardens from 6–8 PM. Set among blooming flowers, you can read, enjoy a mindful activity, or simply relax in the fresh air. Bring your own drinks, snacks, and a blanket or setup to get comfortable. Chapters in the Garden takes place every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from July through September, offering the perfect midweek escape in a welcoming, serene space.
No registration required.
Mini Period Confidence Workshop
The Mini Period Confidence Workshop is an interactive, age-appropriate workshop introduces menstrual health, puberty, body literacy, and cycle awareness in a stigma-free, empowering, and developmentally appropriate way.
The session includes:
Guided, youth-friendly menstrual health education for ages 8-13 (puberty, periods, body awareness, and healthy cycles)
Interactive discussion and Q&A in a safe, supportive environment
Education on menstrual care products and comfort-supporting essentials that can be used to create a personalized period prep kit at home
Facilitation by Tianna James, Menstrual Health & Body Literacy Educator, Founder of The Moon Light Alliance
This special Mini Period Confidence Workshop is being offered as a free community experience as part of the Griffin Gardens 2026 Summer Saturdays season.
Cost: Free (Click the link below to register)
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation with Sharde
10 am-Yoga with Yemisi
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Chapters in the Garden
Unwind after work at Chapters in the Garden, a cozy reading party at Griffin Gardens from 6–8 PM. Set among blooming flowers, you can read, enjoy a mindful activity, or simply relax in the fresh air. Bring your own drinks, snacks, and a blanket or setup to get comfortable. Chapters in the Garden takes place every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from July through September, offering the perfect midweek escape in a welcoming, serene space.
No registration required.
Herbal Remedies for Stress, Sleep & Everyday Overwhelm Workshop
In this workshop we’ll explore gentle, beginner-friendly herbs that can help ease tension, calm the mind, and support deeper rest. You’ll learn how these herbs work in the body, how to use them safely, and how to build simple rituals that fit into your daily life.
During the workshop, you’ll create your own personalized calming herbal tincture to take home, along with guidance on how to use it confidently and intentionally.
Cost: $15 (Click the link below to register)
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation with Chantele
10 am-Yoga with Furwa
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Beyond Behavior Workshop
Understanding Your Child Through Connection is a parent-focused workshop that helps caregivers understand what children’s behavior is really communicating. This educational session provides practical tools to improve communication, reduce conflict, and build stronger, more connected relationships at home.
Summer Saturdays
Join us each Saturday as the garden transforms into a vibrant open-air market and gathering space in the heart of Detroit.
Start your morning with outdoor meditation or yoga surrounded by blooms, then spend the afternoon exploring all the garden has to offer. Shop fresh-cut flowers from the flower farm, visit local small business vendors, and enjoy rotating workshops ranging from gardening and herbalism to food writing and financial literacy. You might build a bouquet at the Flower Bar, participate in U-Pick, or simply stroll through the rows and connect with neighbors.
Summer Saturdays are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community — a space to support local entrepreneurs, prioritize wellness, learn something new, and experience a working flower farm in full bloom.
Come for the calm. Stay for the flowers.
Saturday schedule:
9 am-Meditation with Sharde
10 am-Yoga with Yemisi
11-2 pm-Market (Vendors rotate weekly! See the latest lineup on our Instagram and Facebook)
11-2 pm-Workshops (Workshops rotate weekly! Check our calendar to sign up)
Gardening 101 Class
Ready to finally start that garden? Gardening 101 at Griffin Gardens is a two-hour beginner-friendly class designed to give you the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools you need to grow successfully this season.
In this hands-on, down-to-earth session, you’ll learn the foundations of gardening — from understanding your soil and choosing the right plants to spacing, watering, seasonal timing, and simple maintenance practices that keep your garden thriving. We’ll also talk through common beginner mistakes and how to avoid them, so you can grow smarter, not harder.
Whether you’re planting in a backyard, raised beds, or containers, this class will help you create a plan that works for your space and your lifestyle.
Come ready to take notes, ask questions, and leave feeling empowered to grow something beautiful this year.
Click the link below to sign up!
Volunteer Day
Come lend a hand and get your hands in the soil at Griffin Gardens! Our volunteer days are a chance to support a growing neighborhood flower farm and community space in Detroit. Whether we’re planting, weeding, harvesting, spreading mulch, or doing garden clean-up, there’s always meaningful work to be done — and many hands make light work.
No gardening experience is needed — just a willingness to learn and a love for being outdoors. You’ll leave with a deeper connection to the land, a better understanding of how flowers are grown, and the joy of contributing to a space that serves as a pollinator habitat and gathering place for the community.
Click the link to sign up!
Volunteer Day
Come lend a hand and get your hands in the soil at Griffin Gardens! Our volunteer days are a chance to support a growing neighborhood flower farm and community space in Detroit. Whether we’re planting, weeding, harvesting, spreading mulch, or doing garden clean-up, there’s always meaningful work to be done — and many hands make light work.
No gardening experience is needed — just a willingness to learn and a love for being outdoors. You’ll leave with a deeper connection to the land, a better understanding of how flowers are grown, and the joy of contributing to a space that serves as a pollinator habitat and gathering place for the community.
Click the link to sign up!
Volunteer Day
Come lend a hand and get your hands in the soil at Griffin Gardens! Our volunteer days are a chance to support a growing neighborhood flower farm and community space in Detroit. Whether we’re planting, weeding, harvesting, spreading mulch, or doing garden clean-up, there’s always meaningful work to be done — and many hands make light work.
No gardening experience is needed — just a willingness to learn and a love for being outdoors. You’ll leave with a deeper connection to the land, a better understanding of how flowers are grown, and the joy of contributing to a space that serves as a pollinator habitat and gathering place for the community.
Click the link to sign up!
Gardening 101 Class
Ready to finally start that garden? Gardening 101 at Griffin Gardens is a two-hour beginner-friendly class designed to give you the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools you need to grow successfully this season.
In this hands-on, down-to-earth session, you’ll learn the foundations of gardening — from understanding your soil and choosing the right plants to spacing, watering, seasonal timing, and simple maintenance practices that keep your garden thriving. We’ll also talk through common beginner mistakes and how to avoid them, so you can grow smarter, not harder.
Whether you’re planting in a backyard, raised beds, or containers, this class will help you create a plan that works for your space and your lifestyle.
Come ready to take notes, ask questions, and leave feeling empowered to grow something beautiful this year.
Click the link below to purchase a ticket!
Volunteer Day
Come lend a hand and get your hands in the soil at Griffin Gardens! Our volunteer days are a chance to support a growing neighborhood flower farm and community space in Detroit. Whether we’re planting, weeding, harvesting, spreading mulch, or doing garden clean-up, there’s always meaningful work to be done — and many hands make light work.
No gardening experience is needed — just a willingness to learn and a love for being outdoors. You’ll leave with a deeper connection to the land, a better understanding of how flowers are grown, and the joy of contributing to a space that serves as a pollinator habitat and gathering place for the community.
Click the link to sign up!
Volunteer Day
Come lend a hand and get your hands in the soil at Griffin Gardens! Our volunteer days are a chance to support a growing neighborhood flower farm and community space in Detroit. Whether we’re planting, weeding, harvesting, spreading mulch, or doing garden clean-up, there’s always meaningful work to be done — and many hands make light work.
No gardening experience is needed — just a willingness to learn and a love for being outdoors. You’ll leave with a deeper connection to the land, a better understanding of how flowers are grown, and the joy of contributing to a space that serves as a pollinator habitat and gathering place for the community.
Click the link to sign up!
Volunteer Day
Come lend a hand and get your hands in the soil at Griffin Gardens! Our volunteer days are a chance to support a growing neighborhood flower farm and community space in Detroit. Whether we’re planting, weeding, harvesting, spreading mulch, or doing garden clean-up, there’s always meaningful work to be done — and many hands make light work.
No gardening experience is needed — just a willingness to learn and a love for being outdoors. You’ll leave with a deeper connection to the land, a better understanding of how flowers are grown, and the joy of contributing to a space that serves as a pollinator habitat and gathering place for the community.
Click the link to sign up!
Volunteer Day (Garden Clean-Up)
Come lend a hand and get your hands in the soil at Griffin Gardens! Our volunteer days are a chance to support a growing neighborhood flower farm and community space in Detroit. Whether we’re planting, weeding, harvesting, spreading mulch, or doing garden clean-up, there’s always meaningful work to be done — and many hands make light work.
No gardening experience is needed — just a willingness to learn and a love for being outdoors. You’ll leave with a deeper connection to the land, a better understanding of how flowers are grown, and the joy of contributing to a space that serves as a pollinator habitat and gathering place for the community.
Click the link to sign up!
Chapters In The Garden
Join us for "Chapters in the Garden: A Reading Party," an enchanting evening dedicated to the joy of reading in the serene setting of a beautiful garden. This casual, laid-back gathering invites book lovers of all kinds to come together, bring their favorite books, and enjoy independent reading time in the company of friends.
Surrounded by blooming flowers and the gentle rustle of leaves, you'll find the perfect spot to immerse yourself in captivating stories. Whether you're diving into a new novel or revisiting a beloved classic, our garden offers the ideal backdrop for a peaceful and inspiring reading experience.
Feel free to bring a cozy blanket, a comfortable chair, and any snacks or beverages you'd like to enjoy but there will be wine available for purchase.
Come for the books, stay for the ambiance, and leave with a heart full of literary inspiration. "Chapters in the Garden" is the perfect way to unwind, connect with fellow readers, and celebrate the simple pleasure of reading in nature.
FREE, no RSVP required!
5th Annual Almost End of Summer Garden Dance Party
oin us for an unforgettable evening of dancing, community, and celebration under the stars at our 5th Annual Almost End of Summer Garden Dance Party & Fundraiser!
We're closing out the summer season in style with music by DJ Mal & DJ Francis (Brooklyn), food by Ayiti Spaghetti & Oscar Detroit Hot Dogs, and cash bar by Griffin Gardens, and fun — all in the name of a good cause. Whether you've been with us from the beginning or it's your first time attending, this beloved tradition brings together friends, neighbors, and new faces to dance, connect, and support a meaningful mission.
🎶 Live DJ spinning feel-good summer grooves🌺 Lush garden setting – perfect for sunset selfies🍹 Tasty drinks + seasonal bites💃🏽 Dancing under the stars
Let’s dance the summer away for a great cause! Bring your friends, wear your summer best, and get ready to party with a purpose.
Mindfulness Botanical Illustration
This workshop combines the mindfulness practice of nature observation with artistic expression. We will explore the garden with a keen eye while learning simple drawing and painting techniques that enable you to translate the bountiful botanical beauty into unique artwork. No prior experience needed - just bring your curiosity and an open mind! With experienced Teaching Artist Stephanie Mae as your guide - get ready to immerse yourself in the world of botanical illustration and leave feeling refreshed and inspired.
*all supplies provided
*all ages welcome
As always, thank you!
