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Events in February 2026
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February 25, 2026
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
"The World at a Tipping Point: U.S. Foreign Policy Through a Global Lens": U-M International Institute
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Roundtable discussion about global impact of the recent U.S. foreign-policy posture of aggression. Panelists explore regional and inter-regional perspectives on what is being dismantled and reordered in international relations, and what our shared world might look like in the future, near and far.
Participants include U-M African Studies Center director Omolade Adunbi, U-M Center for Russian, East European, & Eurasian Studies director Elizabeth King, U-M Latin American and Caribbean Studies Center director Gavin Arnall, and U-M Center for Chinese Studies director Ann Lin.
https://ii.umich.edu/ii/news-events/all-events.detail.html/144861-21896054.html
12:00-1:30 PM, 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free.
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].
Flexi-Flow Yoga: Improving Your Strength and Mobility: Milan Public Library
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Milan Public Library and Shadowlight Studio are partnering together for a flexi-yoga class. This beginner-friendly yoga class with instructor Deirdre Fudge, owner of Shadowlight Studio, focuses on pairing breath with movement and exploring dynamic, gentle stretches. All participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat and a water bottle.
Call the library at (734) 439-1240 to register for this FREE class.
Shadowlight Studio, 13. W. Main St. ,Milan, MI. Free. [email protected] https://milanlibrary.org/ (734) 439-1240.Bright Minds Collective: BrightWorks Coworking
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Introducing the Bright Minds Collective – a hands-on brainstorming meetup designed to help you think differently and solve smarter.
Each month, we’ll try out different brainstorming styles—whether it’s fast-paced idea sprints or deeper dive group sessions—so you can sharpen your creative problem-solving skills and bring fresh thinking back to whatever you’re working on.
Next Session:
Wednesday, February 25 | 4 pm
BrightWorks Forest Cove
Facilitator: Mike Van Patten, Vice President, Oxford Property Management
Whether you’re stuck on a business issue, navigating a creative block, or just want to expand your thinking toolkit, Bright Minds Collective gives you space to workshop real challenges, connect with other bright minds, and walk away with actionable insights.
What you’ll get:
A hands-on look at different brainstorming techniques, guided by experienced facilitators
Time to work through real-life challenges (yours or someone else’s!)
A chance to connect and network with entrepreneurs, creatives, remote workers & more
Fresh ideas + practical takeaways you can put to work right away
BrightWorks Collective is open to everyone! Walk-ins are welcome, but we’d love it if you RSVP so we know you’re coming. Just bring your brain – we’ll bring the coffee.
3027 Miller Road ,Ann Arbor. https://brightworkscoworking.com/bright-minds-collective-rsvp/ Free. [email protected] https://brightworkscoworking.com/bright-minds-collective-rsvp/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.): “MTG Pauper.” A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5.
Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Casual Commander Night.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): “MTG 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, SF, 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, with tastings.
Feb. 4: “Brew’d: Kombucha.” Ypsi brewer Rachel Kanaan demonstrates the basics of brewing and adding flavors to this fermented drink. Bring a pint jar if you’d like to purchase a starter kit for $8.
Feb. 11: “Make Your Own Valentine Bonbon.” Mindo Chocolate co-owner Barbara Wilson leads participants in making bonbons. $16 per box. Preregistration required at tinyurl.com/foodhub-mindo-2-11-26.
Feb. 18: “Brew’d: Mead Making, Pt. 3.” Rachel Kanaan and Mason Shipe demonstrate the basics of brewing honey wine. $5 at the door.
Feb. 25: “Drop Spinning with Natural Fibers.” Michigan Fibershed project member Mitch Fahrle shows how to use a drop spindle and spinning wheel.
5–6 p.m., WFH, 4175 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free, except as noted. thewashtenawfoodhub.com.
“Weathering Winter: How Our Animal Neighbors Conquer the Cold”: U-M Museum of Natural History Science Café/Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
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U-M Museum of Zoology mammals collection manager Cody Thompson describes the wide range of mammals who hibernate or go through a type of semi-hibernation called “torpor,” and U-M evolutionary biology professor Ben Dantzer discusses the behavior and physiology of hibernation and other winter adaptations, as well as his research on campus squirrels. Hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m., Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. Free, but drink purchases encouraged. Seating limited, so come early. (734) 764–0478.
Figure Drawing: Dzanc House
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.): “MTG Pauper.” A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5.
Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Casual Commander Night.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): “MTG 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, SF, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
Redeeming Scripture Bible Study: Saint Aidan's Episcopal Church
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For those who have little background in the Bible to those who have a lot—this Bible study will look at why the Bible has been a source of healing and liberation for some and for abuse and oppression for others. Led by the Rev. Joe Summers, it will help participants to hear and understand the radically discordant voices we hear in the scriptures as part of promoting an I-Thou, more faithful, relationship to them. sign up at
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdnqOewfUhD_X2fde65b9kY1Nv6mjmaqAnF1YRYI9ObXyXUg/viewform?pli=1
“French and the Fur Trade”: Salem Area Historical Society
Ann Arbor Bridge Club
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Feb. 4, 18, & 25. 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. 8 a.m. (Sun.) & 7 a.m. (Tues.), Dozer Coffee, 112 Jackson Plz.; and 7 p.m. (Wed.), Fleet Feet, 123 E. Liberty. Free. (734) 929–9022 (Sun. & Tues.) & (734) 769–5016 (Wed.). fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
Bluegrass Jam Circle: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Feb. 11 & 25. All musicians invited to bring acoustic instruments to play bluegrass-style music. Vocalists welcome. Inclement weather cancels. Please call by 3 p.m. on the day of the jam with any questions. 7–9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), AASC, 1320 Baldwin. $5. (734) 794–6250, a2blugrass.com.
Teens & Executive Function: A Night with Diane Aretz: Clonlara School
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Struggling to help your teen with responsibilities, homework, or procrastination? Join us for an evening with Diane Aretz, executive functioning coach and founder of Teen Life Skills.
You’ll get:
A clearer understanding of your teen’s brain
Concrete, practical strategies to support your teen
A chance to participate in an open Q&A session
Leave feeling connected, empowered, and ready to help your teen.
Free event; all are welcome!
1289 Jewett Ave, Ann Arbor. Free. [email protected]. https://clonlara-annarbor.org/ (734) 769-4511.
“Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Feb. 4, 11, & 25. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. On Feb. 4, 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 open at 6:30 p.m.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com; $6 at the door. (734) 996–9080.
“Music from Many Mountains”: U-M Stearns Collection of Musical Instruments
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U-M harpsichord professor Joseph Gascho is joined by renowned zheng (Chinese zither) player Haiqiong Deng, along with U-M faculty and students on European and Asian stringed instruments, for a program of traditional Chinese music and improvisations. Preceded at 6:45 p.m. by a brief talk. 7:30 p.m., East Quad Keene Theater, 701 East University. Free. (734) 417–3899.
“Of Our New Day Begun”: EMU Symphony Orchestra
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Chad Hutchinson directs this music student ensemble in a program of Black composers, including Duke Ellington, Omar Thomas, Michael Abels, and George Walker. Also, this year’s concerto competition winner, flutist Tori Cisco, performs the first movement of Carl Reinecke’s Flute Concerto. 7:30–9 p.m., EMU Pease Auditorium, W. Cross at College Pl., Ypsi. Tickets $8 in advance at emich.ludus.com and at the door. (734) 487–2448, [email protected].
“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) at the door. swingannarbor.com/calendar.