All Memory Cafe sessions will take place from 11:00AM-12:00PM on the 2nd Wednesday, and 3rd Saturday of each month, in the NACC’s Townsend Gallery, located through the accessible Red Door entrance located at Portage Road on the NACC’s campus. All are free and open to the public.
Upcoming Dates: 11am
Saturday, December 20, 2025
The NACC Memory Cafe, Meet Me at the Art Gallery sessions will last approximately one hour and include live music, and an open art gallery with refreshments where participants can experience and respond to music and works of art.
To RSVP please email the Executive Director, Jennifer at jennifer@thenacc.org, however, no prior registration is necessary to attend.
Memory Cafe at the NACC is made possible by The Exhale Program, Exhale and its funders (the Ralph C. Wilson Jr., Foundation, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation, the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, and Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation.)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Memory Café?
Memory cafés are welcoming social gatherings for people living with changes in their memory or thinking, and the people who care about them. A Memory Café is a place to have fun together, talk with others who understand what you’re going through, and to try something new!
What is TimeSlips?
Timeslips is a communication method that invites people into meaningful creative engagement. It can enliven any conversation – remotely or in-person. Originally designed for people with dementia, it has been applied across generations, cultures, and abilities.
Do I need to Register?
Please consider registering in advance; space is limited and it helps us plan for refreshments! Email Dana@TheNACC.org or Call 716-282-7530 x 117
How Much does it Cost to Attend?
Admission: Complimentary thanks to a generous grant from the Boston Foundation. However, to help keep the program going donations are gladly accepted.
What Do I Bring?
Items to ensure your loved one is comfortable while at the NACC.
Where Do I Park?
There are several parking options within a short walk to the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center. The NACC has a FREE handicap parking lot for guests located on Portage Road. During the summer months you may also ride the free Discover Niagara Shuttle and be dropped off right at our front door!
How Accessible is the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center?
The RED DOOR on Portage Road is handicap accessible. Events for Memory Café take place on the first floor and a family style restroom is located across from the reception desk.
An elevator is available for those wishing to further explore the building
Manual wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis from the reception desk in the Main Lobby.
Volunteer with Us
With this new program we are seeking volunteers to assist in facilitating twice monthly Memory Cafes at the NACC. All NACC Meet Me at the Gallery, Memory Cafe sessions will take place from 11:00AM-12:00PM, and all are free and open to the public.
To become a volunteer please email our office manager Drew Stella – drew@thenacc.org
Upcoming Memory Cafe Dates
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Musical Mixer”
Performer – Darryl Tonemah
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Artful Storytelling”
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Musical Mixer”
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Artful Storytelling”
Wednesday. September 10, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Musical Mixer”
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Artful Storytelling”
Wednesday. October 8, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Musical Mixer”
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Artful Storytelling”
Wednesday. November 12, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Musical Mixer”
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Artful Storytelling”
Wednesday. December 10, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Musical Mixer”
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 11:00am-12:00PM, “Artful Storytelling”