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“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze”: Fathom Entertainment
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(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan, Saline).
Mar. 13–19: “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze” Michael Pressman, 1991). Live action adaptation of the adventure comics about 4 teenage anthropomorphic turtles who battle criminals and alien invaders from their home in the NYC sewers. Various times; see website.
"Women in Business": A2Y Regional Chamber
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Panel discussion by Global Entrepreneurship Lab founder and CEO Millie Chu, No Label Juice owner Nahia Frye, and Ann Abor Observer publisher Danielle Jones. Includes breakfast. 8:30-10 a.m., Weber’s Inn, 3050 Jackson Rd. $50 (members, $40) by noon, March 11 at tinyurl.com/a2ychamber-um-dei.
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Every Mon.–Fri., except Mar. 2–6 (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin. Free. (734) 764–0583.
Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play one of 200 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime’s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Kids welcome. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. [email protected].
“Ann Arbor’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan”: American Association of University Women
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Ann Arbor Economic Development Corporation and Equitable Ann Arbor Land Trust board member Brian R. Chambers discusses Ann Arbor’s current land use plan, and the challenges of achieving housing affordability, sustainability, and equity. 12:30 p.m. Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. Free. (844) 973–6287, annarbor-mi.aauw.net.
Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Every Mon.–Fri., except Mar. 2–6 (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin. Free. (734) 764–0583.
U-M Baseball
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Game vs. WMU. Season opener. Free. This month’s home schedule also includes single games vs. Toledo (Mar. 17, 4 p.m., free), MSU (Mar. 18, 4 p.m.), & Oakland (Mar. 24, 4 p.m., free), as well as a 3-game series vs. Nebraska (Mar. 20, 4 p.m.; Mar. 21, 2 p.m.; & Mar. 22, 1 p.m.). 4 p.m. Ray Fisher Stadium, 1114 S. State. Tickets $8–$10 at mgoblue.com/tickets and at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
“Building Bridges Across the Political Divide with the Civility Project”: U-M Ford School of Public Policy
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Can we speak our minds, change our minds and be civil? Journalists Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson discuss their project and their book, The Civility Book: A Guide to Building Bridges Across the Political Divide. Reception follows. 5–6:30 p.m. Weill Hall Annenberg Auditorium, 735 S. State. Free. Preregistration required and livestream available at tinyurl.com/smf7a7bp. [email protected].
“Wonder Walks”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens
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Mar. 8, 18, & 22. One-hour to 90-minute nature walks led by Matthaei naturalists, sometimes preceded by a brief presentation or followed by cocoa and tea.
Mar. 8 (1 p.m.): “Signs of Spring.” Walk to look for signs of thaw and birds returning.
Mar. 18 (5 p.m.): “Beaver Tales and Co-Existence.” Learn about how beavers have shaped local history, and see the changes in Matthaei since a family of beavers took up residence in 2023.
Mar. 22 (5:30 p.m.): “Spring Equinox: Time for Change.” Walk to look for signs of spring and learn about how the equinox is celebrated across the globe. Dress for the weather. Arrival 15 minutes early recommended.
Various times, Matthaei lobby, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/events, (734) 647–7600.
Letterpress Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Every Tues., Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play both casual and tournament forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG).
Tues. (6:30 p.m.): “Pauper.” A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5.
Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Commander.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): “Standard.” Three rounds, with competitive tournament rules, prizes of store credit. $10.
Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Friday Night Draft.” Cost and format vary.
Various times, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
The Washtenaw Food Hub
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Every Wed. Food- and agriculture-related discussions, demos, and gatherings.
Mar. 4 (5:30–7 p.m.): “The Open Spoon.” Full moon community potluck. Preregistration requested at luma.com/w7sqvpij.
Mar. 11 (5–6 p.m.): “Brew’d: Sourdough Discard Recipes.” Robin Lehman demonstrates how to use sourdough starter to make cookies, quick breads, and other treats.
Mar. 18 (5–6 p.m.): “Seed Starting.” Richard Andres of Tantré Farm shows how to start a garden from seed.
Mar. 25 (5–6 p.m.): “Milling Local Grains.” Josh Palmer of Upstart Bakery shows how to mill a variety of grains, including gluten-free options. Grain tasting.
Various times, 4175 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. thewashtenawfoodhub.com.
Ypsi Fine Arts Club: Riverside Arts Center
“A Twist in the Tail: How the Humble Anchovy Flavoured Western Cuisine”: Culinary Historians of Ann Arbor
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Author Christopher Beckman discusses, via Zoom on a big screen, the small but mighty fish that has had an outsized role in shaping Western cookery, from French haute cuisine to mass-produced British condiments. Q&A. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Also via YouTube; URL at culinaryhistoriansannarbor.org or aadl.org/events. Free. (734) 327–4200.
“Celebrating 20 Years of Peregrine Falcons in Ann Arbor”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
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Former WBNA President Ray Stocking discusses the conservation comeback story of the peregrine falcon—from near extinction in the mid‑1900s due to DDT to rebounding after the pesticide ban in the 1970s—plus stories about falcons’ early attempts at nesting atop U-M’s Burton Memorial Tower. Livestream available. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. washtenawbna.org.
“The Washtenaw Dairy”: Evenings with OLLI (U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute)
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Washtenaw Dairy owner Mary Jean Raab discusses the history and present-day operations of this beloved neighborhood ice cream and donut shop. Light refreshments at 5:30. 6–7:30 p.m., Kellogg Eye Center, auditorium, 1000 Wall St. $25 for nonmembers (members, $15). Membership, $50 a year. Preregistration required; create an account at olli-umich.org. (734) 998–9351.
“Urban Planning, Ancient Ruins”: U-M Museum of Natural History Science Café/Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
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U-M archaeology professor Chris Ratté, Director of the Notion Archaeological Project, and U-M architecture professor Kathy Velikov discuss their work in the ancient city of Notion, on the western coast of Turkey. Inhabited from the 3rd century BC to the 1st century AD, and mentioned by such ancient authors as Aristotle and Livy, the site needs modern amenities for scholars and the public. Cue an unlikely collaboration between archaeologist and architect. Hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m., 318 S. Main. Free; drink purchases encouraged. Seating limited, so come early. (734) 764–0478.
Kusudama Origami Flowers: Ann Arbor District Library
EXPLORE: Prayer Bead workshop: Dixboro United Methodist Church
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Come for an evening of community connection and make your own prayer beads while learning the history behind using beads as a spiritual practice. This event will fill up fast so please indicate your interest by Wednesday, March 11 in order to ensure supplies. This is a free event with free will donation.
Dixboro Church, 5221 Church St. ,Ann Arbor, Mi 48105. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4BADAB23A46-62283467-explore#/ Free/Donation. [email protected] https://www.dixborochurch.org/ 7038507015.Group Runs: A2 Runners
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Every Sun., Mon., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced 3- to 5-mile group run, followed by socializing at a downtown coffee shop. Noon (Sun.) & 6:30 p.m. (Mon. & Wed.), meet at the Kerrytown clock tower. Preregistration requested at meetup.com/a2runners. Free. [email protected].
Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Every Tues., Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play both casual and tournament forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG).
Tues. (6:30 p.m.): “Pauper.” A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5.
Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Commander.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): “Standard.” Three rounds, with competitive tournament rules, prizes of store credit. $10.
Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Friday Night Draft.” Cost and format vary.
Various times, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
“He Calls Me Daughter”: Fathom Entertainment
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(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan, Saline).
Mar. 17 & 18: “He Calls Me Daughter” (Rick Altizer, 2026). Documentary that tells the stories of women shaped by absent, distant, or broken fathers, and how those wounds followed them into adulthood. 6:30 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20) & 7 p.m. (Emagine).
“Quakers: Who Are We?”: Ann Arbor Friends Meeting
“Rainbows and Unicorns: An LGBTQ+ Book Club”: Booksweet Bookshop
Ann Arbor Bridge Club
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Every Wednesday. All invited to play friendly, competitive ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Arrive 20 minutes early if coming without a partner. Call before coming to check that the game is being held. 7–10:30 p.m., Walden Hills clubhouse, 2114 Pauline. (Park in marked spaces in the lot on the north side of Pauline.) $6 per person. (734) 945–6021.
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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Every Sun., Tues., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. Dozer Coffee (8 a.m. Sun. & 7 a.m. Tues.), 112 Jackson Plz.; and Fleet Feet (7 p.m. Wed.), 123 E. Liberty. Free. (734) 929–9022 (Sun. & Tues.) & (734) 769–5016 (Wed.). fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
“Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Mar. 11, 18, & 25. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. On Mar. 11, attendees can mingle with the comics before they hit the stage during “Comedy Nerdz Happy Hour” (5:30–6:30 p.m.). 7:15 p.m. (doors at 6:30 p.m.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com; $6 at the door. (734) 996–9080.
“Wednesday Night Swing”: Swing Ann Arbor
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Every Wed. Lindy Hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, and Balboa dancing to music spun by DJs. No partner needed. Wear comfortable low-grip shoes. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a free beginner lesson. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Michigan League Vandenberg Rm. $5 (free for members and lesson attendees) at the door. swingannarbor.com/calendar.