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Events in June 2023
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June 6, 2023
“Little Trees, Big Impact: 10th Anniversary Celebration”: Ann Arbor Bonsai Society
June 1–30. Month-long celebration of the Matthaei Bonsai Garden’s 10th year, with themed weeks, pop-up pruning demos in the garden, family-friendly activities, and workshops for all levels (June 17 & 18, see website for information). June 17 (1–4 p.m.): Bonsai Expert Demonstrations. Well-known Japanese Satsuki experts Hiroharu Kobayashi and Yoichi Fukudan demonstrate their work with hearty Satsuki azaleas on the Matthaei commons. June 24 (10 a.m.–noon): Basics of Bonsai for Families. Kids ages 7–14 invited with their families to explore the bonsai collection, learn about the art, and practice some simple techniques themselves. Preregistration required. June 25 (12:30–2 p.m.): Bonsai Stories for Families. Kids ages 7–14 invited with their families to write and illustrate stories inspired by the bonsai collection. $8/kid, preregistration required. Various dates and times, U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/little-trees-big-impact-event.
Mah-jongg: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
Pittsfield Township Senior Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 822–2120). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Check meeting status before coming. bit.ly/pittsfield-senior. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 9–10 a.m.). Coffee & Conversation (Mon. 9–10 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 1–3 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 10–11:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 1–3:30 p.m.). Watercolor Painting (Wed. 10–11:30 a.m.). Book Club (Wed., June 7, 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Investment Club (Wed., June 7 & 21, 2:30 p.m.). Flower Arranging (Thurs. 9:30–11:30 a.m.). Crafting Crew (Fri. 10-11:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m., except June 30).
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Playgroups for Babies: AADL
Preschool Storytimes: AADL
Every Mon.–Fri. (different times). Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m. & Thurs. 11 a.m.), Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m. & Wed. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood & Pittsfield (Thurs. 11 a.m.), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.).
Euchre: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
Pittsfield Township Senior Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 822–2120). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Check meeting status before coming. bit.ly/pittsfield-senior. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 9–10 a.m.). Coffee & Conversation (Mon. 9–10 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 1–3 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 10–11:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 1–3:30 p.m.). Watercolor Painting (Wed. 10–11:30 a.m.). Book Club (Wed., June 7, 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Investment Club (Wed., June 7 & 21, 2:30 p.m.). Flower Arranging (Thurs. 9:30–11:30 a.m.). Crafting Crew (Fri. 10-11:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m., except June 30).
“Dog and Suds Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
“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 sing and/or play together to a selection from over 350 familiar folk and pop songs. Participants welcome to bring their own acoustic instruments. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. 327–4200.
“Skating on Mars”: Schuler Books (formerly Nicola’s)
Book launch for Ypsilanti-based writer Caroline Huntoon’s new debut novel, a middle-grade coming-of-age story about a young figure skater struggling with gender identity on and off the rink. Signing. 6 p.m., Schuler Books, 2513 Jackson Ave. Free; preregistration requested at schulerbooks.com/events-ann-arbor. 662–0600.
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
BattleTech: Classic: Sylvan Factory
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company
Every Thurs., Sat., Mon., & Tues. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5km mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), an advanced or beginner group run (Sat.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 6 p.m. (Mon., Tues., & Thurs.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Colonnade (Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower; AARC Downtown (Sat. & Tues.), 209 S. Ashley; AARC Traver Village (Mon.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; Free. Annarborrunningcompany.com.
“Tour de Dirt Tuesday Dirt Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Women's Circle ~ hosted by Reilly Campbell: Enlightened Soul Center & Shop
When women gather, magic happens! This circle of love meets weekly and welcomes all women: maidens, mothers, sorceresses, and crones. You can expect a casual space where we openly share love, laughter, and nourishment. A women’s circle is an ancient, sacred space where you cultivate a reverence for oneself, the values of being a woman, and the divinity of Mother Earth. It is a time to connect with the women who have gone before you and pave the way for women who will come after you. At this sacred gathering of women, we will be practicing open-sharing and space-holding. The circle will start off with a meditation and then move into open-sharing, where the women participating may share what they feel called to. The other women at this time will act as a container for this story and listen deeply without offering advice or judgment. Through this, we see ourselves reflected in the other and feel united in our shared humanity.
https://www.enlightenedsoulcenter.com/womens-circle-reilly
2711 Carpenter Road ,Ann Arbor. Suggested Donation: $5-$10 at the door or food to contribute. reilly.c.campbell@gmail.com http://birthasyouare.com/“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active
“The Whispers”: Schuler Books (formerly Nicola’s)
Toronto-based novelist Ashley Audrain joins fellow Canadian writer Nita Prose to discuss (via Crowdcast) her new book, a chilling story of female friendship and rivalry that centers on a well-to-do mother whose son is left in a coma after falling from his bedroom window following a very public spat with her at their backyard party. 7 p.m., for URL preregister at schulerbooks.com/events-ann-arbor. Free. 662–0600.
"The God Man”: Fathom Events
973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomevents.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
TONIGIHT: Religious documentary (Darren Wilson, 2023) featuring interviews with various Christian theologians on the meaning of Jesus. 7 p.m.
Ann Arbor Camera Club
Club members show their projected digital images and prints on various topics, including this month’s assignment, “Closeups of Plants with Visitors (Such as Insects).” 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty, rear entrance, 2nd floor. Mask optional unless community risk levels increase. Free. annarborcameraclub.org, a2camclub@gmail.com.
Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
LGBTQ Night: Trivia with Naomi Daniels: N/A
Test your knowledge! Come with friends; make new friends. Enjoy LGBTQ trivia with your host Naomi Daniels in a fun and safe place. Food and drinks available for purchase. Come early for happy hour; club opens at 5pm.
301 North 5th Avenue ,Ann Arbor. Free. northstarlounge@gmail.comMagic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
Every Fri., Sat., & Mon.–Wed. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. Fri. (6:30–10 p.m.): Magic rotating draft, cost varies. Prizes paid in store credit. Sat. (noon–3 p.m.): Intro to Magic: The Gathering, free. Sat. (6–10 p.m.): Commander Pods, casual groups of 4 players, free. Mon. (6:30–10 p.m.): Power Cards, $10. Tues. (7–10 p.m.): MTG Pauper, a fun and fast format for all skill levels, $5. Wed. (5–9 p.m.): Casual Commander, the most popular form of the game, free. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no partner or experience needed. Wear comfortable clothes and bring flat, non-slip shoes and your own water bottle. First-timers are asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr. Mask required. Suggested donation: $8 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). aactmad.org/english-country, 665–7704.
Voices in Harmony
“Car Wash”: State Theatre
Film screenings every Tues. & Thurs.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; MTF members, $8; matinee $7.50) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see MichTheater.org.
June 4 & 6: “Car Wash” (Michael Schultz, 1976). Episodic comedy set in L.A. during a single day at the Dee-Luxe Car Wash, which hosts all manner of eccentric visitors. The groovalicious disco and funk soundtrack yielded 3 Top Ten singles. Richard Pryor, George Carlin, The Pointer Sisters. 1:30 p.m. (Sun.) & 7:30 p.m. (Tues.).
