25 things to do if you're sober in the Detroit area

By Metro Times editorial staff on Sat, Jan 11, 2020 at 10:00 am

Whether you're recently sober, you've been on the wagon for a while, you're pregnant, or you're just trying to abstain for the night, finding activities to keep your mind off of drugs and alcohol is no easy feat. Being sober means finding new ways to socialize with your friends, as well as finding new hobbies to fill your free time. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to have fun that don't revolve around alcohol. To help get you started, we've compiled 20 things to do if you're sober in metro Detroit.

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Browse through a million books at John K. King Used & Rare Books

901 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit
Bookworms are most likely already aware of John K. King Used & Rare Books — for years, the hulking downtown warehouse has been a treasure trove, boasting a collection of “one million books, give or take a dozen” in more than 900 subjects.

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See a film at Cinema Detroit

4126 Third Ave., Detroit
Cinema Detroit is an independent theater featuring indie, classic, contemporary, and cult movies.

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Volunteer at a homeless shelter

Find a shelter with the Homeless Shelter Directory
Give back to the community by donating or volunteering at a homeless shelter in the Detroit area. You can volunteer at a sanctuary, food kitchen, or group homes. A little can go a long way.

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Find your way out of The Fifth Wall Escape Rooms

1930 Hilton Rd., Ferndale; 313-888-5580
With Detroit-themed escape rooms, Fifth Wall take you through a Michigan cabin in the woods, solving a crime as a Detroit police, and solve Harry Houdini’s Detroit-based death.

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Have a laugh at a comedy show

310 S. Troy St., Royal Oak; 248-542-9900
At Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, you can experience different comedians, comedy challenges, open-mic nights, and take comedy classes.

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