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January 15, 2026
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Rooted in Flavor: Cozy Winter Cooking: Ann Arbor Public Schools Rec & Ed
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When the snow falls and the markets slow, it’s time to celebrate the humble heroes of winter—the root cellar veggies! Join community farm chef Kori Kanayama for a cozy, hands-on cooking class that brings fresh flavor to Michigan’s coldest months.
Kori—originally from Japan and now happily rooted in Grass Lake—will guide you through creative, seasonal recipes that transform local staples like potatoes, carrots, radishes, squash, and apples into vibrant, nourishing meals. You’ll chop, simmer, and braise your way to a hearty spread featuring comforting dishes such as miso soup with tofu and winter greens, braised radishes and beans, Japanese-style meat and potatoes, and baked apples with homemade sorghum syrup.
Cooking together in small teams, you’ll learn new techniques, taste as you go, and enjoy a shared feast at the end of class. You’ll leave with recipes, local sourcing tips, and a few leftovers to keep the winter warmth going at home.
Come hungry—and ready to rediscover the joy of cooking with what’s fresh, local, and wonderfully in season.
Pioneer High School 601 W. Stadium Blvd. ,Ann Arbor. https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/aareced/activity/search/detail/64302?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true $89.00. [email protected] https://www.aarecedonline.com/ 734-994-2300 ext. 0.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
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LifeChoices Dine & Discover from EHM Senior Solutions: LifeChoices by EHM Senior Solutions
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LifeChoices® is a membership program for adults 50+ that helps you stay independent at home with a clear plan for future care. Enjoy wellness perks now – like home maintenance, housekeeping, and more, and count on professional care coordination later, with no surprise costs.
Join us for a Free scrumptious brunch and learn about our program.
LifeChoices is brought to you by EHM Senior Solutions.
RSVP at ehmss.org
or 734-679-0533.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun., except Jan. 1. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s Nature Lab and Micro Worlds Lab to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri., except Jan. 2. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $9 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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Colorful Explorations Opening Reception at Gallery 100: Gallery 100
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Gallery 100 at Silver Maples presents Beyond the Cover: Celebrating Local Art, an exhibition highlighting the artists behind the Chelsea District Library’s quarterly newsletter covers. Inspired by a suggestion from a former CDL trustee, the exhibition brings together local artists whose work has visually shaped CDL’s story, featuring up to five works from each artist displayed alongside their original newsletter cover, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the power of visual storytelling to foster creativity, connection, and shared experience.
Featured artists include Janet Alford, Lindsey Dahl, Sue Craig, John Pappas, Kyle Burnett, Laura Scriven, Eli Zemper, Stephen Kolokothisas, Jerry Chatfield, Angie Wellbaum, and current newsletter cover artist Spike Hains. Mediums represented include fiber arts, urban sketching, metal sculpture, oil pastel, jewelry making, and more.
Exhibit Dates: January 9 – February 27
Gallery Hours:
Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm
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“Third Thursdays at the Library”: U-M Library
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Monthly open house featuring rotating highlights from the library’s Special Collections Research Center, maps from the Clark Library, and items from other collections. Curators on hand to answer questions.
6th fl.: “Book Cloth: From Textile Bindings to Fashionable Fabric Samples.” Display of textiles, from those covering Ottoman Turkish manuscripts, to fabric samples in early 20th-century fashion magazines, and more.
4th fl.: “Sword and Scroll: Three Centuries of Chinese Martial Arts Fiction.” Original editions, translations, and other materials related to martial arts in Chinese literature.
2nd fl.: “Map Highlights and New Acquisitions.” Display of the Clark Library’s recent acquisitions, including a 17th-century Dutch atlas, a Manga map of the world, and maps used to instruct 19th-century schoolgirls.
1st fl.: “Spilling the Beans and Brewing Excitement: Coffee and Tea Around the World.” Materials from various countries related to the cultivation and consumption of coffee and tea.
4–6 p.m., Hatcher Library, enter from the Diag. Free. (734) 936–2309.
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The History of Psychedelics and Neuroscience: U-M Michigan Psychedelic Center
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Nick Denomme, PhD, a postdoctoral scholar at Stanford University, will provide a historical exploration of the powerful influence that psychedelics had on prominent researchers whose work on monoamine neurotransmission revolutionized the way we think about the role of neurochemistry in behavior.
This talk is part of the Michigan Psychedelic Center's 2026 Seminar Series: Psychedelics — From Cells to Society. Learn more about the series at https://michmed.org/rwYjR.
https://umich.zoom.us/j/97773094165 ,Online. Free. [email protected] https://michmed.org/rwYjRAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
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“Beginner Crochet”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults & teens invited to learn how to hold a crochet hook, make a slip knot, how to make chain and single crochet stitches, and how to crochet in the round. 5–7 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Letterpress Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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Jan. 3, 7, 15, & 28 (different times). All adults invited to learn the basics of letterpress printing with movable type. 1–3 p.m. (Jan. 3) and 5–7 p.m. (Jan. 7, 15, & 28). AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
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Every Thurs., except Jan. 1. All invited to drop in with broken electronics, furniture, toys, or any other item they’d like to try to repair or repurpose with the help and guidance of AHA members. Repairs not guaranteed. 6–8 p.m., AHA, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Livestream available at meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. [email protected].
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“The Shadow of Perseus”: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Book Club
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All invited to join a discussion of Claire Heywood’s 2023 female-centered reinterpretation of the Perseus myth. Bring your own copy of the book. Light refreshments. 6–7 p.m., Kelsey Museum, rm. 125, 434 S. State. Preregistration required; see bit.ly/kelseybookclubdjan26. $20 (students, $10). (734) 764–9304.
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Bad Decisions Track Club
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Every Thurs. Runners of all abilities invited to join this eclectic group of runners ranging from people training for their first 5K to ultramarathoners. Sessions are typically interval-based track workouts, followed by socializing at a nearby brewery. 6 p.m. Ferry Field, State at Hoover. May meet elsewhere if the weather is bad. Free. See walline.wixsite.com/bdtc to sign up for email updates on each week’s workout.
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Data & AI in Society Lecture Series: Combinatorial Explosion: From Atom-bond Arrangements to Exotic Diseases: U-M Data & AI in Society
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Chemical synthesis and data science are two fields that operate in synergy. Molecules and the routes to synthesize them are easily represented as graphs while automated chemical synthesis strategies allow more and more synthesis data to be captured, for instance to feed machine learning algorithms
This talk will detail our work in this area focused on a new class of amine-acid cross-coupling reactions, and the computer-assisted synthesis of drugs and natural products. We have been exploring the breadth of all reactions that could exist, navigating combinatorial explosions of virtual and plausible reaction methods, routes to complex molecules, and the interconnectedness of reaction conditions, transformations, and biological functions.
Our agnostic view of reactions and their mechanisms has recently extended to diseases, with a focus on One Health. We aspire to produce medicines and treatments for health challenges in endangered species. We call this new area conservation chemistry, and examples from the frontlines of this field and lab-based research will be shared.
Dana Building, Room 1040 440 Church St ,Ann Arbor, MI 48109. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3-5qjO8e4JfwJFf3Yc5mnYvtFq9-TLeRwlIk7-Zg9gdwxVw/viewform Free. [email protected] https://midas.umich.edu/Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Thurs., Sat., Mon., & Tues. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.), either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower; 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; and 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Themed Trivia: "Friends": HOMES Campus
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Grab YOUR friends and join us for a Friends themed Sporcle Trivia night!
Trivia is free to play with two rounds at 6 and 7pm.
Food by Campo Pizza, beverages by HOMES.
112 Jackson Plaza ,Ann Arbor. $0. https://www.homescampus.com/campuseventsAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
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Unlocking Homeownership: Stacey Walden, Realtor
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Spots are limited. Please register! Want to find out what it takes to purchase a home? Join Realtor Stacey Walden and Mortgage Officer Carrie Aeschliman in person for Unlocking Homeownership! A laid-back event where you'll learn everything you need to know to buy your own place. Whether you're a first-timer or need a refresher, come hang out, ask questions, and get tips from folks who do this every day. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock the door to your future home! Call Stacey with any questions! 313-661-7722
3027 Miller Rd ,Ann Arbor. Reserve a spot on Eventbrite.com ( https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unlocking-homeownership-tickets-1977284703776?aff=oddtdtcreator ) Free. [email protected] stacey.livgreatrealestate.com 313-661-7722.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
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“Bumpin Balsamics!”: Zingerman’s Delicatessen
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Zingerman’s staff lead a tasting of rare balsamic vinegars, accompanied by bread and cheese. 6:30–7:30 p.m., Zingerman’s Deli, 422 Detroit St. $45 in advance at zingermansdeli.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 663–3400.
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“Discovery of a New Nation: Native Nations and the Beginning of the United States: 1100–1860”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Talk by Detroit-based Native American historian Heather Bruegl. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Martha Graham Dance Company 100 Years”: Literati Bookstore
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Photographers Ken Browar and Deborah Ory are joined by retired U-M dance professor Peter Sparling to discuss their award-winning new book, a collection of photos celebrating this acclaimed NYC dance company, performing in Ann Arbor Jan. 16–18 (see listings). 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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“Michigan’s Con-Con 11: Women and State Constitution-Making in 1961”: Schuler Books
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Michigan historian Lynn Liberato discusses her new book about the 11 female delegates to the 1961–1962 Michigan Constitutional Convention. 6:30 p.m., Schuler Books, Westgate shopping center. Free; preregistration requested at schulerbooks.com/events-ann-arbor. (734) 662–0600.
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“Mothaboard”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Experimental electronic music by this duo of Chicago avant-garde jazz pianist Angel Bat Dawid and Detroit multidisciplinary artist Sophiyah E., who describe their music as a synthesis of “improvisation, diasporic musical traditions, and therapeutic frequencies to foster collective consciousness and socio-cultural reflection.” 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“12 Angry Jurors”: Greenhills Upper School Play
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Jan. 15–17. Gary Lehman directs Greenhills High School students in a Sherman L. Sergel’s adaptation of Reginald Rose’s 1954 teleplay 12 Angry Men. The drama, set in a 1957 jury room, explores the grave responsibility of 12 ordinary people as they decide a stranger’s fate. 7 p.m., Greenhills School Campbell Center for Performing Arts, 850 Greenhills Dr. Free. (734) 769–4010, greenhillsschool.org.
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“Gundam Premiere Night”: Fathom Entertainment
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(734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi.) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Jan. 12, 13, & 15: “Gundam Premiere Night.” Dubbed (Mon. & Tues.) and subtitled (Thurs.) screenings of 2 feature-length compilations of TV shows from this popular anime franchise about an epic battle between giant piloted robots to determine the fate of Earth. 7 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20 only).
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DATE CHANGE: Teens & Executive Function: A Night with Diane Aretz: Clonlara School
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DATE CHANGED to Wednesday, Feb. 25, 7-9 p.m.
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.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
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Detroit Irish Music Association Seisiún
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Every Thurs., starting Jan. 8. All invited to join members of this local chapter of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann for an informal evening playing traditional Irish music on various instruments. Lessons offered. 7–9 p.m., Grace Church, main bldg., 3150 Glazier Way. Free. [email protected], detroitirishmusic.org.
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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
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Every Thurs., except Jan. 1. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
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U-M Women’s Basketball
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Game vs. Minnesota. The U-M also has home games this month against Wisconsin (Jan. 11, 2 p.m.), Illinois (Jan. 15, 7 p.m.), & USC (Jan. 25, 2 p.m.). 6:30 p.m., Crisler Center. Tickets $8–$12 in advance at mgoblue.com and at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
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Ahmed Bharoocha: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Jan. 15–17. Playfully absurd California-born “half Irish Catholic, half Pakistani-Indian-Burmese Muslim” comic with a goofy, high-energy style punctuated with cutting social commentary. Opening act TBA. 7:15 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 (Thurs., $15) at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
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Every Thurs., except Jan. 1. Popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team of up to 6 people. Prizes. 7:30 p.m. or so, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. (734) 665–2968.
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“Pitch Perfect”: Michigan Theater
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Film screenings every day. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 and older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Jan. 15: “Pitch Perfect” (Jason Moore, 2012). Sleeper hit musical comedy about an all-woman college a cappella group. 8 p.m.
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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
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Every Thurs., except Jan. 1. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
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