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October 4, 2022
“Holiday Observances”: Ann Arbor Jewish Cultural Society.
Sept. 25 & 26 and Oct. 4 & 5. All invited to this secular Rosh Hashanah observance (Sept. 25, 7 p.m., JCC) celebrating the Jewish New Year with readings, meditation, and music. Also, a free Tashlich observance (Sept. 26, 4 p.m., Island Park, off Maiden Ln. between Broadway and Fuller; reservations required) features a secular ceremony celebrating the Jewish New Year with participants encouraged to “let go of shortcomings” by tossing flower petals into the river. The Kol Nidre observance (Oct. 4, 7 p.m., JCC) includes time for reflection while listening to haunting melodies. Yom Kippur (Oct. 5, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.) brings the Jewish New Year to a close with a ceremony and final breaking of the fast. Various times, JCC (except as noted), 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. $25 (students, $10; family, $50) per observance, $50 (students, $25; family, $100) for all 3 observances. No one is turned away because of inability to pay. Registration required at jewishculturalsociety.org. 975–9872.
“Playgroups for Babies”: Ann Arbor District Library.
Every Mon.–Wed. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m. (Malletts Creek), Tues. 11 a.m.–noon (Traverwood), Wed. 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. (Westgate). Free. 327–4200.
Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
Every Mon.–Fri. Half hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Mon. 10:30 a.m. (Pittsfield), Tues. 11 a.m. (Downtown), Wed. 10:30 a.m. (Malletts Creek), Thurs. 11 a.m. (Traverwood), Fri. 1 p.m. & Oct. 11, 7 p.m. (Westgate). Free. 327–4200.
U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
Daily. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Expedition Reef (11:30 a.m.) reveals the secrets of coral reefs, the “rainforests of the sea” that are the Earth’s most vibrant and endangered marine ecosystems. The Sky Tonight (12:30 & 2:30 p.m.) is an exploration of the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own. Tales of the Maya Skies (1:30 p.m.) immerses viewers in the wonders of Mayan science, examining how Mayan scholars developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics that enabled them to predict solstices, solar eclipses, weather patterns, and planetary movements. Various times, MNH, 1105 North University. $8. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
“Rock Painting”: Pittsfield Township Parks and Recreation.
Oct. 4 (10–11:30 a.m.). All invited to learn how to paint rocks. Fee includes specialized paints, tools, and instruction. Pittsfield Community Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd. $7 (Pittsfield residents $5). Preregistration required at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov (#470.F22), 822–2120.
“Rock Painting”: Pittsfield Township Parks and Recreation.
All invited to learn how to paint rocks. Fee includes specialized paints, tools, and instruction. Pittsfield Community Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd. $7 (Pittsfield residents $5). Preregistration required at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov (#470.F22), 822–2120.
“Divas and Dinners: A Culinary Look at Opera”: U-M Margaret Waterman Alumnae Town Hall Celebrity Lecture Series.
Talk by food writer Carl Raymond. Includes lunch. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., 4800 E. Huron River Dr. $50 (members, free). $195 for the 4-lecture series that also includes lectures in Nov., Apr., & May. Reservations required at watermanalumnae.org, 730–4650 (for membership) or 665–5893 (for individual tickets). mcclusky@umich.edu.
“Flashpoint: Brazil’s Elections”: U-M Weiser Center for Emerging Democracies.
Panel discussion with University of Wisconsin political science professor Natasha Borges Sugiyama, Bloomfield (NJ) College sociology professor Vânia Penha-Lopes, UCLA Latin American Institute assistant director Bryan Pitts, and University of Oklahoma international studies professor Fabio de Sa e Silva. U-M political science professor Edgar Franco Vivanco moderates. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., 1014 Tisch Hall, 435 State. Free. 764–0351.
Line Dancing: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Line Dancing (Tues. noon-1 p.m.), preregistration required at 794-6250. Ann Arbor Senior Center (1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Free. Check meeting status before coming.
Free.Noon Lecture Series: U-M Center for Chinese Studies.
Every Tues., except Oct. 18. Talks by U-M and visiting scholars. Sandwiches, cookies, & coffee served. Oct. 4: SUNY-New Paltz Chinese philosophy professor David Elstein on “How (And Why) Confucians Turned Into Kantians.” Oct. 11: University of Pennsylvania communications & sociology professor Guobin Yang on “On the Wuhan Lockdown, or How to Reassemble a Global Pandemic.” Oct. 25: Indiana University religious studies professor Aaron Stalnaker on “Moral Theory and Early Confucianism: Toward a Unified Account.” Noon–1 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Note new location. Free. 764–6308.
U-M Center for Southeast Asian Studies Lecture Series.
Oct. 4 & 21. Talks by national and global scholars. Oct. 4: University of Southern California American studies and ethnicity professor Adrian De Leon discusses the relationship between indigenous Filipinos and colonialists in “The Conditional Commonwealth: Becoming Filipino in the Shadow of Counterinsurgency.” Oct. 21: Australian National University Asian history and culture professor Jane Ferguson explores how Western media glosses over South East Asian ethnic identity in “Four of the Thirteen Lives Are Stateless: The Cave Rescue, Hollywood Heroism, and Ethnonational Traps at the Thai-Burma Border.” Noon–1 p.m., 110 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. For livestream preregister at events.umich.edu/group/1044. Free. cseas@umich.edu, 615–4059.
“New World Italians: The Invention of a Brazilian Identity”: U-M Institute for the Humanities Hear, Here Series.
U-M Romance languages and literatures professor Giulia Riccò discusses the Italian diaspora in early 20th-century São Paulo, home to the largest concentration of Italians outside of Italy. Followed by Q&A. 12:30-1:30 p.m., Institute for the Humanities Osterman Common Room, 202 S. Thayer. Free. bit.ly/lsa-hear-here-10-4-22.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri. & Tues.) or a 499er game (Thurs.). 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $6 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email kahanae@yahoo.net or ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
Euchre: Pittsfield Township Community Center
Euchre, canceled if Washtenaw County Covid levels are high (Tues. 1-3 p.m.). Pittsfield Township Community Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 822-2120, recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov). Free. Check meeting status before coming.
Free.Michigan Marching Band Practice.
Every Mon.–Thurs. The U-M’s highly disciplined 200-plus-member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on Elbel Field. All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., Elbel Field, Hill at Division. Free. 764–0582.
My Hero Academia League: Sylvan Factory.
Every Tues. All invited to play this role-playing game based on the popular Japanese manga. 5–8 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.
My Hero Academia League: Sylvan Factory.
Every Tues. All invited to play this role-playing game based on the popular Japanese manga. 5–8 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.
Resource Fair: A Brighter Way
A Brighter Way, an agency dedicated to supporting successful reentry for the formerly incarcerated (returned citizens) is sponsoring a Resource Fair in Washtenaw County. Agencies and Nonprofits as well as employers and companies that support Returned Citizens will be participating. Voter Registration and Advocacy groups will also be present. 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Washtenaw Community College, William Morris Atrium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Ann Arbor.
124 Pearl Street, Ste. 201, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. Free. abrighterway.org. (734)-896-3770.Resource Fair: A Brighter Way.
Resource fair to support reentry for formerly incarcerated citizens includes information booths from nonprofits, employers, and advocacy groups. 5–7 p.m. WCC William Morris Atrium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. volunteering@abrighterway.org.
“Digital Lethargy”: Literati Bookstore At Home with Literati.
U-M English professor Tung-Hui Hu, both a poet and a former network engineer, joins fellow poet Franny Choi to discuss (via Zoom) his new book about how digital capitalism engenders exhaustion, disappointment, and listlessness, particularly among artists, writers, and performers. 6 p.m., for URL see literatibookstore.com/event/2022-10. Free. 585–5567.
“Folk Song Jam Along'': Ann Arbor District Library.
Lori Fithian and Jean Chorazyczewski lead this family-friendly sing-along. Lyrics and chords are projected so all can play together to a selection from over 350 familiar folk and pop songs. Participants are welcome to bring their own acoustic instruments. 6 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. 327–4200.
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet.
Every Sat. & Tues. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet (formerly Running Fit) locations. Rain or shine. 8 a.m. (Sat.), 5700 Jackson Rd. & 6 p.m. (Tues.), 123 E. Liberty. Free. 929–9022 (Sat.) & 769–5016 (Tues.).
BattleTech: Classic: Sylvan Factory.
Every Tues. All invited to play this fast-paced tabletop miniatures war game. No experience or materials needed. 6–9 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.
BattleTech: Classic: Sylvan Factory.
Every Tues. All invited to play this fast-paced tabletop miniatures war game. No experience or materials needed. 6–9 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.
“Tour de Dirt Tuesday Dirt Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
Every Tues. 20- to 35-mile ride along Chelsea-area dirt roads. Email for upcoming week’s route. 6:15 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main St., Chelsea. Free. scimitargs@gmail.com.
Death Café: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
An ICSG facilitator leads a frank conversation (via Zoom) about death. 6:30–8:30 p.m., for URL see InterfaithSpirit.org. Free, but donations appreciated. 327–0270.
“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
Every Tues. Talk (via Zoom) by Imam Kamau Ayubbi. All ages welcome. 6:45–8:15 p.m., for URL see interfaithspirit.org/events/featured-event. $5–$10 suggested donation. 327–0270.
“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active.
“Mother Teresa: No Greater Love”: Fathom Events.
Special screenings in local theaters. For updated schedule, see FathomEvents.com/events. $12.50 (unless otherwise noted) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, 973–8424), Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline, 316–5500). Different times. Oct. 3 & 4: “Mother Teresa: No Greater Love” (David Naglieri, 2022). Documentary about the beloved Albanian-born Catholic Saint who devoted her life to serving the poor. 7 p.m.
Ann Arbor Camera Club.
Oct. 4 & 18. Club members show their projected digital images and prints (Oct. 4) on various topics, including this month's assignment, “Backroads”. On Oct. 18, local fine art photographer Michael Samuelson discusses nostalgia, active emotion, and his approach to telling a story through a variety of photographic genres. 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty, rear entrance, 2nd floor. Mask and proof of Covid-19 vaccination and booster required. Free. annarborcameraclub.org, a2camclub@gmail.com.
English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught; no partner or experience needed. Bring flat, clean-soled, nonslip shoes (running shoes okay) and your own water bottle. First-timers are asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr. Mask. Proof of vaccination, and release of liability required. Suggested donation $8 (students, $4; kids ages 13 & under with caregiver, free). aactmad.org/english-country, 665–7704.
Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
Every Tues. All male and female singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local barbershop harmony chorus. 7–8:45 p.m., Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd. Masks encouraged, vaccination required to join. Free to visitors (annual dues for those who join). bit.ly/hvharmonizers. info@HVharmonizers.org, 796–7467.
Re'Monda: Blue LLama Jazz Club
Elegant, smooth, rich and soulful are words often used to describe renowned vocalist RE’MONDA. Having mastered the art of combining great food, good service and awesome music, Re’Monda considers The Blue LLama’s stage her “Music Home” and with each return visit, promises to increase the audience's appetite again and again for LIVE music.
314 S. Main St , Ann Arbor. Pre-Pay Cover at opentable.com. $15. hello@bluellamaclub.com. bluellamaclub.com. 734-372-3200.Virtual Trivia Night: Ann Arbor Adventure Club.
Every Tues. All invited to form teams of 4 or so persons to compete (via Zoom) in a family-friendly 2-round trivia contest featuring questions in a range of fields from entertainment and history to pop culture and geography. Solo competitors are matched up together. 7 p.m., for URL email burrbarr7@hotmail.com. Free.
Voices in Harmony.
Every Tues. Female singers invited to join the weekly virtual rehearsals of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–8:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile Rd., Ypsilanti. Mask policy follows CDC guidelines; proof of vaccination required. Free to visitors ($26 monthly dues for those who join). info@voicesinharmonychorus.org, 765–3611.
German Conversation.
Every Tues. & Thurs. All German speakers, native or non-native, invited for conversation with either or both of 2 long-running groups, the German Speakers Round Table (7:30 p.m. Tues.), and the A2 Stammtisch (8 p.m. Thurs.). Various times, Grizzly Peak Brewing Company, 120 W. Washington. Free admission. Preregistration for Thurs. A2 Stammtisch requested at heerdeolind@yahoo.com. 812–6375 (Tues.).
Kerry Kafafian: Great Lakes Branch of the Anthroposophical Society in America.
This local activist discusses the Many Hands Lifesharing Community, an Ann Arbor co-living space for intellectually and developmentally disabled youth and their caregivers, which she founded in 2005 when she realized that her then 8-year-old son would always need direct care. 7:30 p.m., Rudolf Steiner House, 1923 Geddes. Free. 927–3696.
“Comedy Experiment”: Beer Grotto.
Every Tues. Stand-up showcase featuring sets by local comics TBA. 8 p.m., The Beer Grotto, 8059 Main, Dexter. Free. bit.ly/comedybeergrotto.
