

October 2025
Since 2013, Birmingham has extensively studied senior services, noting very compelling statistics on a quickly expanding senior...
Sep 23, 2025


September 2025
Next’s new chapter For the past 48 years, the Birmingham Public Schools provided area seniors a dedicated space to gather, learn and...
Aug 26, 2025


August 2025
When Next Becomes a Lifeline. The profound transitions we experience as we age was something I did not truly appreciate until I began...
Jul 24, 2025


July 2025
For the past few months, Next has been exploring Japan through our comprehensive cultural series. This special programming has brought to...
Jun 26, 2025
June 2025
For nearly 50 years, Next has been our community's best-kept secret — perhaps because the most meaningful connections often happen...
May 29, 2025


May 2025
Next takes pride in offering programming that is unique, educational and inspiring while ensuring accessibility for all who want to...
Apr 22, 2025
April 2025
Many of us remember our college years. I went to Michigan State University with 50,000 other students. It was big and admittedly at...
Mar 26, 2025


March 2025
We are frequently asked, how can Next provide so many programs and services with such a small staff and limited resources? I have a one...
Feb 25, 2025
February 2025
The city of Birmingham, like the rest of the country, is watching its population age. This is both a challenge and an opportunity. From...
Jan 30, 2025
January 2025
At Next, we are excited about the future! Next is a thriving 50 plus community center with 2,300 members who come to Next to find...
Jan 1, 2025







