http://arborweb.com/ Ann Arbor online: news and reference community resource, with the area's best events calendar, Ann Arbor Observer City Guide, comprehensive information on housing, restaurants, government, education, and more, and free classified ads. en-us 2010 Ann Arbor Observer. All Rights Reserved. http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event48156 Sep. 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m. -- Every Fri. University Living fitness director June Smedley leads a seated strength-training session for adults age 60 & older. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event47072 Sep. 10, 6 p.m. -- Slow-paced ride in a figure-8 loop around the downtown. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51127 Sep. 10, 7-10 p.m. -- Square dancing to live music by Picks & Sticks, with a caller TBA. Cider and doughnuts available. Proceeds used to preserve the nearby Jarvis Stone School and to continue to rebuild the Dickerson Barn. The historical society also sponsors a Country Antique Fair & Flea Market Sept. 18 at the ... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51131 Sep. 10, 8 p.m. -- Local callers call dances they learned over the summer to live music by Childgrove. For experienced dancers. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event50481 Sep. 10, 9 p.m.-midnight -- Every Fri. Lindy hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, blues, and Balboa dancing to a DJ. No partner needed. Bring hard-sole shoes. Preceded at 8 p.m. by beginning lessons. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event50842 Sep. 11, 7:10 a.m. -- Very slow-paced 22-mile ride to Dexter for breakfast. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event48137 Sep. 11, 8 a.m. -- Moderate-paced ride, 50-100 miles, to Leslie for brunch, with a return to Cleary's Pub. Cancelled in case of rain. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event53036 Sep. 11, 8:00-10:30 a.m. -- Karen Markey will lead this tour in search of fall migrants at Hudson Mills Metropark. We will meet at 8 a.m. sharp at the flagpole in the front of the Activity Center, and the outing will go until approximately 10:30, although you can leave at any time. Karen writes, "I am always surprised about ... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event50815 Sep. 11, 9 a.m. -- Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30-80 miles) round-trip rides to the Dexter Bakery. A very popular ride. Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone, and snacks. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event48087 Sep. 11, 9 a.m.-noon & 1-4 p.m. -- Sept. 11, 12, 19, & 26 All invited to help city staff maintain the natural areas in various city parks. Tools, snack, & know-how provided. Also, staffers often lead a short nature walk at the end of each workday. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. Sep... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51132 Sep. 11, 9 a.m.-noon -- Sept. 11 & 18. All invited to help Matthaei staff members remove invasive plants. Dress for outdoor work. Snacks and tools provided, or bring your own. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51134 Sep. 11, 9 a.m.-noon -- Arb staffers and local beekeepers Richard Mendel and Win Harless demonstrate how to remove honey from beehives. Also, a chance to open a capped honeycomb, turn the crank on the extractor, and sample the raw honey. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51135 Sep. 11, 9 a.m.-sunset -- Sept. 11 & 12. A chance to sample the various water sports the club offers, including sailing and windsurfing. Bring bathing suit, change of clothes, towel, sunblock, and sunglasses. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event48184 Sep. 11, 10 a.m. and 1 & 3 p.m. -- July 10 & Aug. 7. Michigan architectural history enthusiast Jacob Jabkiewicz leads a walking tour of 60-75 minutes that is highlighted by Burton Memorial Tower, U-M Hatcher Graduate Library, and the Michigan and State theaters. Gallery & Museum Exhibits & Tours Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51572 Sep. 11, 10 a.m.-noon -- Sept. 11 & 25. All invited to help cut buckthorn in County Farm Park (Sept. 11), gather wildflower and grass seeds from the remnant prairie at Independence Lake County Park (Sept. 25), and and remove autumn olive and bittersweet from the West Lake Preserve woods (Oct. 23). Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event47864 Sep. 11, 11 a.m. -- Sept. 4, 11, & 18. Programs presented by Hudson Mills naturalist Jennifer Hollenbeck. Sept. 4 (8 a.m.): "Bird Hike." Bring binoculars and a field guide. Sept. 11 (11 a.m.): "Fall Bug Hunt." Hike for kids and their parents to hunt for and learn about the park's creepy crawlies. Also, kids get a c... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event49598 Sep. 11, Noon -- Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark's 24-hole courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Discs can be borrowed at park office. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51144 Sep. 11, 1-3:30 p.m. -- Club members lead a moderate-paced 3-mile hike from Mitchell Field through Gallup Park and the Arb and back. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51150 Sep. 11, 5 p.m. until Sunday morning -- Families invited to bring tents, sleeping bags, and lawn chairs for this overnight campout. Evening nature program, campfire, and breakfast. Preceded at 1 p.m. by a program "All about Spiders" at County Farm Park (Platt Rd. entrance), with a hike and a chance to catch field spiders. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event50032 Sep. 11, 7:15-9 p.m. -- Skating to Top 40 music. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event47667 Sep. 11, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. -- Aug. 7 & 14; Sept. 4 & 11; Oct. 2, 9, & 30, Nov. 6; and Dec. 4 & 11 A chance to join local astronomy buffs for a look at the sky through instruments, including the Peach Mountain Observatory's huge, 24-inch McMath telescope. Participants encouraged to bring their own telescopes. Visi... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51152 Sep. 11, 8 p.m. -- Don Theyken calls to music by the Sharon Hollow String Band. No partner needed. Beginners welcome. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event49194 Sep. 12, 8:30 a.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to join informal runs of 5-7 miles along various scenic routes. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event41859 Sep. 12, 9 a.m. -- All invited to join club members on a hunt for edible fungi. Followed by a potluck picnic. Bring a compass, whistle, basket, and knife. All mushrooms evaluated by experts for edibility. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event47133 Sep. 12, 9 a.m. -- Every Sun. Sept. 5: "Democratic Ride," a ride whose pace and destination are determined by the assembled riders. Sept. 12: "West Meets East Ride," a fast-paced 88-mile ride (545-0541) to Dearborn. Sept. 19: "Hathaway House Ride," a fast-paced 85-mile ride (545-0541) to Blissfield for brunch at the ... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event48165 Sep. 12, 9 a.m. -- 10- and 20-mile training runs over a well-marked course, with aid stations along the way. Postrun refreshments. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51153 Sep. 12, 9 a.m. -- All invited to join club members on a hunt for edible fungi. Followed by a potluck picnic (bring a dish to pass). Bring a compass, whistle, basket, and knife. All mushrooms are evaluated by experts for edibility. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event50502 Sep. 12, 11 a.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to a very relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event48088 Sep. 12, Noon-3 p.m. -- Sept. 11, 12, 19, & 26 All invited to help city staff maintain the natural areas in various city parks. Tools, snack, & know-how provided. Also, staffers often lead a short nature walk at the end of each workday. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. Sep... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51136 Sep. 12, Noon-sunset -- Sept. 11 & 12. A chance to sample the various water sports the club offers, including sailing and windsurfing. Bring bathing suit, change of clothes, towel, sunblock, and sunglasses. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event52880 Sep. 12, Noon -- Ann Arbor Teams Up with "The Biggest Loser's" Bob Harper for Farm Sanctuary's 2010 Walk for Farm Animals Ann Arbor Joins List of More Than 75 North American Cities at the Forefront of Humane Issues Ann Arbor, MI – September 8, 2010 – On Sunday, September 12, Ann Arbor will host the 2010 Walk for ... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event52920 Sep. 12, 1-3 p.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to try this interactive, free-form dance style that involves rolling point of contact between two or more people through which dancers give and share weight. It is somewhere between tango, modern dance, aikido, wrestling, gymnastics, and none of the above, and usually takes pl... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event51486 Sep. 12, 1:30-3 p.m. -- Sept. 12: "Incredible Edibles Walk." WNHA wild foods expert Tom Jameson leads a 90-minute hike to learn about edible wild plants available locally and then prepares some wild food dishes (with recipes) to sample. Sept. 19: "Turtlemania." WNHA naturalist Paul McCormack displays and discusses some liv... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event49109 Sep. 12, 3 p.m. -- Riverwalks Ann Arbor author Brenda Bentley is joined by U-M civil and engineering professor emeritus Donald Gray, author of Landforming, to lead a walking tour of the extensive anti-erosion efforts in the Arb's School Girl's Glen. Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event49166 Sep. 12, Evening time TBA. -- Every Sun. (tentatively). All women invited "celebrate the special connection between women and the drum." Bring your own drum. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event49180 Sep. 12, 6-8 p.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance based on the 15th-century Spanish moresca . Wear athletic shoes. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100906.html#event48228 Sep. 12, 8-10 p.m. -- Every Sun. except Sept. 5. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including fox-trots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 7 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50706 Sep. 13, 8:30 a.m. -- Every Mon. Slow-paced ride, 12-35 miles, along dirt and gravel roads to Independence Lake and other low traffic destinations. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50591 Sep. 13, 9 a.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 35–45 or 55–65 miles, to various destinations. The weekly Fri. ride begins on Oct. 1. Also, at 6 p.m. Thurs. through the end of Sept., a similar slow/moderate-paced ride, 22-55 miles, and a slow-paced family ride, 15-25 miles. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48500 Sep. 13, 12:30 p.m. -- The Rotary Club of Ann Arbor will host its 8th Annual Golf and Tennis Outing. This is a fund raising event which supports local organizations such as Success By Six, The STRIVE Scholarship for at risk teens and tree planting in Ann Arbor. Golf will begin at 12:30 p.m. at Travis Pointe, followed by... Festivals, Fairs, Shows, & Sales Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50732 Sep. 13, 5:30 p.m. -- Every Mon. through Nov. 1. Fast-, moderate-, and slow-paced training rides, 18-24 miles, along country roads west of town. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event43207 Sep. 13, 7 p.m.-dark -- Every Mon., May 10-Sept. 27. All adults age 21 & older invited to join a volleyball game. All skill levels welcome. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event46512 Sep. 13, 7 p.m. -- Every Mon. Slow-paced "no-drop" ride, 12-18 miles, to Dexter, with a possible stop for ice cream. A good rise for beginners. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48052 Sep. 13, 7-8:30 p.m. -- City Natural Area Preservation staff lead an educational walk through this 25-acre park, an open field that was once a golf course. Dress comfortably to walk. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51175 Sep. 13, 7 p.m. -- All adults and kids invited to try their hands at fly casting, with instructors available for guidance. Also, casting golf. Beginners welcome. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51179 Sep. 13, 7:30-9:30 p.m. -- Sept. 13, 20, & 27. Instruction in a wide range of traditional and contemporary Scottish dances, followed by social dancing. Soft-sole shoes recommended. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50757 Sep. 14, 6 p.m. -- Every Tues. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 18-40 miles, to Dexter and back. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50620 Sep. 14, 6 p.m. -- Every Tues. through Oct. 26. Fast/moderate-paced ride, 25-30 miles, to the west or north. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51585 Sep. 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m. -- Sept. 14 & 21; Oct. 5, 12, & 19; Nov. 2 & 9. With dance instructor Mary Jane Ormsby and recorded music. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50926 Sep. 14, 7-9:30 p.m. -- Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught. No partner or experience needed. Bring flat, nonslip shoes (running shoes OK). First-timers are asked to arrive at 7 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50902 Sep. 15, 9 a.m. -- Every Wed. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 19 miles or more along gravel country roads. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51188 Sep. 15, 2-4 p.m. -- All invited to sing rounds and other songs while weeding the farm's crops. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51189 Sep. 15, 4:30-6 p.m. -- Matthaei staffers lead a hike to look for seasonal blooms and fruits along the trails. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50644 Sep. 15, 5:30 p.m. -- Every Wed. (except May 19). Slow/moderate-paced ride, 30 miles or more, south to Milan and then west to the area around Britton-Macon. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50785 Sep. 15, 6 p.m. -- Every Wed. Moderate/fast-paced 25-mile and slow-paced, 13-18 miles, rides to the Dexter Dairy Queen and back. Now in its 33rd year, this ride is a favorite with newcomers and casual riders. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50440 Sep. 15, 9:30-11 p.m. -- Every Wed. Swing dancing to prerecorded music. No partner needed. Bring casual or nicer shoes that stay on your feet when you're active. Preceded by intermediate swing (7:30 p.m.) and beginning swing (8:30 p.m.) lessons. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48199 Sep. 16, 8-11 a.m. -- Every Thurs., Sept. 2-Oct. 29. WAS members lead a hike through the Arb to look for fall warblers and other southbound migrants. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50670 Sep. 16, 9 a.m. -- Every Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 25–50 miles, along the less traveled roads of scenic Jackson County. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50592 Sep. 16, 6 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 35–45 or 55–65 miles, to various destinations. The weekly Fri. ride begins on Oct. 1. Also, at 6 p.m. Thurs. through the end of Sept., a similar slow/moderate-paced ride, 22-55 miles, and a slow-paced family ride, 15-25 miles. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event47019 Sep. 16, 6:15 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Fast/moderate-paced 25-mile and slow-paced 15-mile rides around northeast Ann Arbor that include some good chances to improve your climbing skills. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50471 Sep. 16, 7-10 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Dancing to live music. No partner needed; beginners welcome. Bring soft-sole shoes. First-timers are asked to arrive at 7 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event49368 Sep. 16, 7:30-10 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Dance instructor Cheryl Felt and DJ Amnon Steiner lead a variety of Israeli dancing to recorded music. Easy dances and oldies the first hour, followed by intermediate dances and requests. Beginners welcome. New dances taught each week. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50803 Sep. 17, 9 a.m. -- Every Fri. Slow-paced 20-mile ride to Gloria's restaurant or the Coney Island in Whitmore Lake. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48157 Sep. 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m. -- Every Fri. University Living fitness director June Smedley leads a seated strength-training session for adults age 60 & older. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51594 Sep. 17, 8-10:30 p.m. -- Sept. 17 and Oct. 8 & 22. With recorded music. The program begins with an informal 30-minute lesson in rumba (Sept. 17), waltz (Oct. 8), & cha-cha (Oct. 22). Refreshments. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50480 Sep. 17, 9 p.m.-midnight -- Every Fri. Lindy hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, blues, and Balboa dancing to a DJ. No partner needed. Bring hard-sole shoes. Preceded at 8 p.m. by beginning lessons. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50500 Sep. 17, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. -- Sept. 4 & 17. High-energy dance party with salsa, merengue, bachata, and cha-cha dancing to recorded music spun by a DJ. No partner necessary. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50483 Sep. 17, 10 p.m.-midnight -- Sept. 3 & 17. All invited to peer through the telescopes in the observatory and on the Angell Hall roof and to view shows in the planetarium. Also, short astronomy presentations by club members. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50843 Sep. 18, 7:17 a.m. -- Very slow-paced 22-mile ride to Dexter for breakfast. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48138 Sep. 18, 8 a.m. -- Moderate-paced ride, 50-100 miles, to Leslie for brunch, with a return to Cleary's Pub. Cancelled in case of rain. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50816 Sep. 18, 9 a.m. -- Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30-80 miles) round-trip rides to the Dexter Bakery. A very popular ride. Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone, and snacks. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51133 Sep. 18, 9 a.m.-noon -- Sept. 11 & 18. All invited to help Matthaei staff members remove invasive plants. Dress for outdoor work. Snacks and tools provided, or bring your own. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event49841 Sep. 18, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. -- All invited to join parishioners for a 1-mile, 3-mile, or 5-mile walk in the neighborhoods around the church. Refreshments, bottled water, and walkers' aid autos. Prizes. In memory of former Bethel parishioner Lynn Wilson Hill. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event49599 Sep. 18, Noon -- Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark's 24-hole courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Discs can be borrowed at park office. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50012 Sep. 18, Dusk-11 p.m. -- Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 18-Oct. 31, and every Fri., Oct. 1-29. Fifteen-acre corn maze featuring trivia questions to help you get out, along with a "creepy cornfield." Also, a pumpkin patch, and evening bonfires. Concessions. Flashlight required after dark; bring your own or rent one. Family & Kids' Stuff Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event47865 Sep. 18, 6:30 p.m. -- Sept. 4, 11, & 18. Programs presented by Hudson Mills naturalist Jennifer Hollenbeck. Sept. 4 (8 a.m.): "Bird Hike." Bring binoculars and a field guide. Sept. 11 (11 a.m.): "Fall Bug Hunt." Hike for kids and their parents to hunt for and learn about the park's creepy crawlies. Also, kids get a c... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48035 Sep. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. -- All invited to paddle around Argo Pond in the moonlight, with a blazing fire floating in the middle of the pond, to observe birds and other animals as they prepare for their nocturnal lives. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50033 Sep. 18, 7:15-9 p.m. -- Skating to Top 40 music. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50498 Sep. 18, 8 p.m.-midnight -- Sept. 4 & 18. Tango dancing to music spun by a DJ. Note: People not affiliated with the U-M must arrive before 9 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51370 Sep. 18, 8 p.m. -- Robin Warner calls to music by the Pittsfield Open Band. No partner needed; all dances taught. Preceded by a lesson at 7:45 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51600 Sep. 18, 8-10 p.m. -- Sept. 18 & Oct. 16. With recorded music. Refreshments. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48418 Sep. 18, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. -- All singles invited for an evening of dancing and socializing. Recorded 70s to contemporary dance music played by a DJ. Cash bar. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event49063 Sep. 18, 9 p.m.-midnight -- Dancing to this local gospel-flavored blues band led by Lady Sunshine, a fiery, rich-voiced singer whose style blends elements of Aretha Franklin, Koko Taylor, and Denise LaSalle. Preceded at 8:30 p.m. by a beginning swing dance lesson. Music: Pop, Rock, Jazz, Blues, & Traditional Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event53038 Sep. 19, 8:00 a.m. -- Leader: Cathy Carroll. LeFurge Woods Nature Preserve is a 325-acre parcel of land in Superior Township, east of Prospect Road between Vreeland and Geddes roads. The preserve, which belongs to the Southeast Michigan Land Conservancy, includes woodlands, wetlands, and meadows, as well as farmland unde... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event49195 Sep. 19, 8:30 a.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to join informal runs of 5-7 miles along various scenic routes. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event47134 Sep. 19, 9 a.m. -- Every Sun. Sept. 5: "Democratic Ride," a ride whose pace and destination are determined by the assembled riders. Sept. 12: "West Meets East Ride," a fast-paced 88-mile ride (545-0541) to Dearborn. Sept. 19: "Hathaway House Ride," a fast-paced 85-mile ride (545-0541) to Blissfield for brunch at the ... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50503 Sep. 19, 11 a.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to a very relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51373 Sep. 19, Noon-4 p.m. -- Tour of a 5-acre garden that features a 250-year-old black cherry tree, native woodlands, colorful art, and sweeping flower beds, with hydrangeas, viburnums, goldenrods, and more. Also, a sale of garden-themed art by the Chelsea Painters and a sale of plants from the garden. Proceeds benefit Edible ... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event52921 Sep. 19, 1-3 p.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to try this interactive, free-form dance style that involves rolling point of contact between two or more people through which dancers give and share weight. It is somewhere between tango, modern dance, aikido, wrestling, gymnastics, and none of the above, and usually takes pl... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48089 Sep. 19, 1-4 p.m. -- Sept. 11, 12, 19, & 26 All invited to help city staff maintain the natural areas in various city parks. Tools, snack, & know-how provided. Also, staffers often lead a short nature walk at the end of each workday. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. Sep... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event50013 Sep. 19, 1-6 p.m. -- Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 18-Oct. 31, and every Fri., Oct. 1-29. Fifteen-acre corn maze featuring trivia questions to help you get out, along with a "creepy cornfield." Also, a pumpkin patch, and evening bonfires. Concessions. Flashlight required after dark; bring your own or rent one. Family & Kids' Stuff Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51374 Sep. 19, 1 p.m. -- Local outdoorsman Barry Lonik leads a 5-mile hike through Waterloo Recreation Area, with an opportunity to swim in Crooked Lake. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51487 Sep. 19, 2-3 p.m. -- Sept. 12: "Incredible Edibles Walk." WNHA wild foods expert Tom Jameson leads a 90-minute hike to learn about edible wild plants available locally and then prepares some wild food dishes (with recipes) to sample. Sept. 19: "Turtlemania." WNHA naturalist Paul McCormack displays and discusses some liv... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event51505 Sep. 19, 2-4 p.m. -- WCPARC naturalist Faye Stoner leads a hike through wetland to look at fringed gentian, grass-of-parnassus, Ohio goldenrod, Indian grass, and more. Wear long sleeves and shoes that can get wet. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event49167 Sep. 19, Evening time TBA. -- Every Sun. (tentatively). All women invited "celebrate the special connection between women and the drum." Bring your own drum. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event49181 Sep. 19, 6-8 p.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance based on the 15th-century Spanish moresca . Wear athletic shoes. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100913.html#event48229 Sep. 19, 8-10 p.m. -- Every Sun. except Sept. 5. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including fox-trots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 7 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100920.html#event50707 Sep. 20, 8:30 a.m. -- Every Mon. Slow-paced ride, 12-35 miles, along dirt and gravel roads to Independence Lake and other low traffic destinations. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100920.html#event50593 Sep. 20, 9 a.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 35–45 or 55–65 miles, to various destinations. The weekly Fri. ride begins on Oct. 1. Also, at 6 p.m. Thurs. through the end of Sept., a similar slow/moderate-paced ride, 22-55 miles, and a slow-paced family ride, 15-25 miles. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100920.html#event50733 Sep. 20, 5:30 p.m. -- Every Mon. through Nov. 1. Fast-, moderate-, and slow-paced training rides, 18-24 miles, along country roads west of town. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation