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April 16, 2022
“A Thousand Ways (Part Two): An Encounter”: 600 Highwaymen (Ann Arbor Summer Festival).
Mar. 8–Apr. 24. Reprise of the summer production of this interactive performance art piece curated by NYC theater artists Abigail Browde and Michael Silverstone—the duo behind the Obie-winning company 600 Highwaymen—in which 2 randomly chosen ticket holders meet on opposite ends of a table, separated by a pane of glass, to follow a scripted set of prompts. The questions start out simple (“Have you ever broken a bone?”) and grow progressively more intimate (“Have you ever broken a heart?”) with the aim of encouraging storytelling, triggering imagination, and nurturing empathy. The hour-long encounter ends in a “startling and powerful,” way according to the New York Times reviewer, who also called the piece “a joy,” and “a work of inquisitive humanity and profound gentleness.” Suitable for ages 16 & up. 1, 2:30, 4, 5:30, & 7 p.m. (Tues.–Sun.), UMMA Irving Stenn Jr. Family Gallery, 525 S. State. Tickets $10 (students, $5). Preregistration required at a2sf.org or by calling 764–2538. Mask required. BoxOffice@a2sf.org
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“Springfest": Saline Parks and Recreation.
All ages 1–10 invited bring a basket and join an Egg Hunt in the wooded area behind the Rec Center. Kids grouped by age. Also, local businesses hand out goodies along the Hippity Hop Trail (11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) from the softball fields near Textile Rd. to the Rec. Center. Rain, snow, or shine; dress for the weather. North play center behind the Saline Recreation Center, 1866 Woodland Dr. E., Saline. $10 per child; preregistration required at bit.ly/specialeventsaline. 429–3502.
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Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History.
Every Sat. & Sun. 30-minute tour of the museum’s exhibits and galleries, as well as an introduction to some current U-M Biological Sciences research projects. 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Check ummnh.org for the latest Covid protocols. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. 764–0478.
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U-M Natural History Museum Planetarium.
Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Sea Monsters (Fri.–Sun., 11:30 a.m.) follows an adventurous Late Cretaceous dolichorhynchops as she travels through the ocean, encountering long-necked plesiosaurs, giant turtles, sharks, and the most dangerous sea monster of all, the mosasaur. The Sky Tonight (Fri.–Sun., 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. Natural Selection (Fri.–Sun., 1:30 p.m.) joins Darwin on his voyage with HMS Beagle to the Galápagos Islands where he was inspired to develop his theory of transmutation by natural selection. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Check ummnh.org for the latest Covid protocols. $8. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
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“Ann Arbor Group Runs”: Running Fit.
Every Sat. & Tues. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different 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.).
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parkrun USA.
Every Sat. All invited to join a timed 5-km run/walk. Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt Rd. Free, but first-timers are requested to preregister at parkrun.US/lillie. lillie@parkrun.com.
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Volunteer Stewardship Workday: Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation Division.
Apr. 2, 9, 10, 16, 23, & 30. All invited to help maintain natural areas and remove invasive plants in various city parks. Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and bring heavy gloves; tools, snacks, & know-how provided. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. Apr. 2 (9 a.m.–noon): Hannah Nature Area, meet at the west end of Bath St., west of 7th. Apr. 9 (1–4 p.m.): Onder Park, meet at the intersection of Hilldale and Brookside Drives. Apr. 10 (1–4 p.m.): Foxfire South, meet at the Dhu Varren Woods trailhead off Dhu Varren Rd., across from Birchwood Dr. Apr. 16 (9 a.m.–noon): Bluffs Nature Area, meet at the park entrance on Orkney. Apr. 23 (9 a.m.–noon): Marshall Nature Area, meet in the parking lot off Dixboro Rd., north of Plymouth Rd. Also Apr. 23 (1–4 p.m.): Folkstone Park, meet at the park entrance at the north end of Folkstone Ct. Apr. 30 (1–4 p.m.): Miller Nature Area, meet at the Arborview Blvd. park entrance, just east of Wildwood Avenue. Various locations. Free. Preregistration recommended at bit.ly/a2stewardworkday. 794–6627.
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“Easter Egg Hunt”: Westminster Presbyterian Church.
Ages 3-10 with caretakers invited to hunt for candy-filled plastic eggs, do crafts, listen to storytelling, and join in a parade. Scooters, bikes, and strollers invited. WPC, 1500 Scio Church Rd. Free. westpresA2.org.
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Copyright and Entertainment Law for Dancers Virtual Workshop
Protect artistic rights while promoting creativity.
Join this hands-on workshop where you will learn practical information to protect your intellectual property. Director of Innovative Inclusion for the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office, Kimberly Jones, will guide you through what your artistic rights are. You will walk away with a basic understanding of intellectual property law and some contract information that will help you protect your choreography.
Kimberly Jones received her law degree from Cooley Law School. She holds both a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and an M.A.T. in Reading and Language Arts from Oakland University. She received a B.A. in English from Michigan State University, where she also minored in Theater.
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Spring Eggstravaganza: Leslie Science & Nature Center.
All age 12 & under invited to follow animal prints, riddles, and other clues through the woods to find eggs to exchange for a goody bag to take home. Also, a chance to learn about animals who lay eggs and to participate in crafts and science experiments. LSNC, 1831 Traver Rd. Preregistration required at lesliesnc.org. $5/person.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
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. ofGlobal@aol.com.
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Death Café.
All invited to join a frank conversation (via Zoom) about death. Hosted by The Dying Year owner Merilynne Rush, Diana Cramer and Rachel Briggs. 10:30 a.m.–noon, for URL email TheDyingYear@gmail.com. Free
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“Photo Dreams and Reality”: MacTechnics.
Information technologist Geronimo Felipe discusses Luminar Neo, Skylum’s new photo application, which complements its flagship photo app Luminar AI. Also, Mac questions of any kind welcome. 11 a.m.–1 p.m., for URL email contact@mactechnics.org. Free. Mactechnics.org.
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“That Saturday Show: Dinosaurs”: Ann Arbor District Library.
AADL staffers explore all things dinosaur, from dino myths to dino eggs. Also, a prehistoric game show. AADL.tv. Free. 327–4200.
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Sankofa: The Art & Legacy of Jon Onye Lockard
This exhibit features a collection of Jon Onye Lockard’s work and historical artifacts that speak with an uncommon eloquence, vibrancy and enlightenment. The relevance of his work and life experiences, to today’s world and current events, illuminate his vision even more. Lockard (1/25/1932 – 3/25/2015) was a visionary looking forward with a vast knowledge of the past. Born in Detroit, his career spanned more than a half-century painting, teaching, exhibiting, and lecturing locally, nationally, and internationally. His life exemplified the West African proverb Sankofa – “It is not wrong to go back for that which you have forgotten”. There is wisdom in learning from the past and one’s roots, to ensure a strong future ahead.African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County
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U-M Men’s Lacrosse
The U-M has home games this month vs. Maryland (Apr. 2, noon) & Rutgers (Apr. 16, noon). U-M Lacrosse Stadium, 2500 S. State St., $6. mGOblue.com, 764–0247.
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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy.
Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals native to South America (2 & 4 p.m.), including the cougar, cane toad (a large, poisonous amphibian), and red-tailed boa, aka boa constrictor. Also, a zookeeper talk with a surprise animal (3 p.m.) and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. 1–5 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Mask encouraged. $11 (kids ages 2–12, $9; under age 2, free) at the door; $1 discount in advance. 929–9324.
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“Easter Egg Hunt”: Dancer’s Edge Fundraiser.
Kids ages 3–8 invited to join this annual indoor hunt for plastic eggs filled with candy, stickers, and temporary tattoos. Dancer’s Edge, 3115 Broad St. $5 suggested donation at the door. dextersdancersedge.com, 424–2626.
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Fairy Door Clay Workshop: Robin Hills Farm
It's been a long winter, let's welcome the fairies back to town by making new places for them to live! Join us for a two-hour family-friendly Fairy Door workshop.
Hosted by Curiouser Clay, no experience is necessary as the instructor guides you through simple sculpting methods to make your creation. Participants will be stamping and underglazing clay slabs to turn them into fairy doors! All materials will be provided.
Fairy Doors will be ready to be picked-up at Robin Hills Farm two weeks after the conclusion of the workshop.
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“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
Every Wed.-Sun, Apr. 15-Aug. 27. Angie Kane directs the world premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s drama that imagines the Victorian sleuth, aided by Dr. Watson and Irene Adler, solving the disappearance of world-changing inventions by clients Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison. Cast: David Bendena, Caitlin Cavannaugh, Mark Colson, Sarab Kamoo, Rusty Mewha, and Paul Strobili. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Mask and proof of vaccination required. Tickets $25-51 in advance at PurpleRoseTheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. 433–7673.
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“Getting to Know Our County Conservation District”: Saline Stone & Thistle Garden Club.
Talk by Washtenaw County Conservation District community forester Summer Roberts. 6:45 p.m., for URL email StoneAndThistleGardenClub@gmail.com. Free. 652–6465.
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“Playfest 2022”: U-M Theatre Department.
Apr. 14-16. A series of rehearsed staged readings of plays by student playwrights. 7 p.m., Walgreen Drama Center Newman Studio, 1226 Murfin. Free. 764-5350.
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“That Brown Show: Run It Back”: Michigan Sahana.
A competition featuring Indian classical music and dance performances by U-M student & other Hindustani and Carnatic ensembles, including Michigan Bhangra Team, Taal, Izzat, Maize Mirchi, Michigan Manzil, and Michigan Sahana & Dance. 7 p.m. Michigan Theater. Mask and proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within past 72 hours) required. Tickets $12-20 in advance at mutotix.umich.edu, MichiganSahana.com, or at the door.
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Virtual Sound Bath: 7 Notes Natural Health
Join Sound Therapist, Rob Meyer-Kukan for a moment of virtual sound. This online sonic oasis is your opportunity ot take a longer break, to rest, relax, and restore.I encourage you to connect your computer or device with headphones for offering. This sound bath meditation is brought to you in a donation based model, if you feel so inclined to offer support by way of a heart-felt donation, you may do so here: https://paypal.me/robmk.To watch/listen to this sound bath meditation, visit my YouTube Channel – www.youtube.com/robmeyerkukan. A link will be posted on my Facebook time line when the video is live. All online offerings are archived on YouTube and can be viewed 24/7/365.7 Notes Natural Health
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D.C. Malone: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
Apr. 15 & 16. Comic who bases his act, which includes songs, on his extensive life experience, including hitching over 40,000 miles in the 1970s, Malone also covers the trials of marriage, camp songs, and suburbia. Preceded by 2 opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 10 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $15 reserved seating in advance at etix.com before 6 p.m. the night of the show; $17 general admission at the door. 996–9080.
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“Timberdoodle Tumble”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
WCPARC naturalist Kelsey Dehring leads a hike to look for the American woodcock (aka timberdoodle), known for zig-zagging courtship flights. Wear waterproof boots. 7:45–9:30 p.m., Leonard Preserve, 375 N. Union St., Manchester. Free, preregistration required by emailing dehringk@washtenaw.org (limited to 15 people), 971–6337.
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“Animal Farm”: U-M Rude Mechanicals.
Apr. 15-17. Samantha deGyarfas directs this U-M student troupe in Ian Wooldridge’s 2004 theatrical adaptation of George Orwell’s dystopian classic. 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), U-M Walgreen Drama Center Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin, North Campus. Mask required. Tickets $10 (students, $7) in advance at muto.umich.edu & at the door. 763–1107, rudes.production@umich.edu.
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“Flight of Fancy”: U-M Dance Department.
Apr. 14-16. U-M dance students perform group and solo dances choreographed by fellow students ElleAnna Casterline, Lydia Dunn, Olivia Johnson, Sarah Madnick, Abby Niemi, and Arianna Stadler. 8 p.m. Dance Performance Studio, 1000 Baits, North Campus. Mask required. Tickets $10 at the door only. 764–9537.
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“Hair”: U-M Musical Theatre Department.
Apr. 14-17. Linda Goodrich and Justin Keyes direct U-M musical theater students, with musical direction by Tyler Driskill, in a performance of Galt MacDermot, Gerome Ragni, and James Rado’s once-controversial 1967 musical about a “tribe” of politically active hippies living a bohemian life in NYC while fighting against conscription into the Vietnam War. May feature nudity. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), and 2 p.m. (Sun.), Power Center. Mask required. Tickets $29-$35 (students, 13) in advance at tickets.smtd.umich.edu & at the door. 764-2538.
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“Pass Over”: Theatre Nova.
Casaundra Freeman directs this Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu drama—the 1st post-lockdown play to open on Broadway—that brings the big questions of Waiting for Godot into contemporary life. Two young black men meet under a streetlight, talk smack, pass time, and hope for a better life. The New York Times called the play “blazingly theatrical and thrillingly tense.”8 p.m. (Thurs.-Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Tickets $22 in advance at theatre-nova.ticketleap.com & at the door. Mask & proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within past 48 hours). 635-8450.
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“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
Every Wed.-Sun, Apr. 15-Aug. 27. Angie Kane directs the world premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s drama that imagines the Victorian sleuth, aided by Dr. Watson and Irene Adler, solving the disappearance of world-changing inventions by clients Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison. Cast: David Bendena, Caitlin Cavannaugh, Mark Colson, Sarab Kamoo, Rusty Mewha, and Paul Strobili. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Mask and proof of vaccination required. Tickets $25-51 in advance at PurpleRoseTheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. 433–7673.
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“Sunset Boulevard”: Michigan Theater.
(Billy Wilder, 1950). Acclaimed darkly comic film noir starring William Holden as a struggling screenwriter and Gloria Swanson as a larger-than-life former silent film star who draws him into her demented fantasy world. As she tells him, “It’s the pictures that got small.” Erich von Stroheim plays her butler, and the film has cameos by former Hollywood powerhouses Cecil B. DeMille, Buster Keaton, and Hedda Hopper, all playing themselves. Mask and proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within 72 hours) required for all patrons over the age of 12. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; MTF members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see MichTheater.org.
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“The Actors”: Penny Seats Theatre Company.
Every Thurs.–Sat., Apr. 7–23. Joe Bailey directs Florida playwright Ronnie Larsen’s comic drama about a man, grief-stricken by the death of his parents, who hires actors to come to his house a few times a week and be his family. Cast: Brandy Joe Plambeck, Maurizio Dominguez, Diane Hill, Jeff Miller, and David Collins. Suitable for ages 15 & up (strong language). 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), Stone Chalet Inn, 1917 Washtenaw Ave. Mask & proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within past 72 hours) required. Tickets $15 (seniors, $12), in advance at PennySeats.org and (if available) at the door. 926–5346.
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Chamber Music Recital: U-M Music School.
Apr. 10-12, 14, & 16. Music student chamber ensembles in various configurations present new & old music for woodwinds, brass, and piano. 8 p.m., U-M Walgreen Drama Center Stamps Auditorium, 1226 Murfin, North Campus. Mask required. Livestream available at myumi.ch/StampsWatch. Free. 615–3204.
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“King of the Tigers: A Tiger King Musical”: U-M Basement Arts.
Apr. 15 & 16. Jack Weaver directs this student theater ensemble in a production of fellow student Nathan Daniel Goldberg’s comic musical treatment of Tiger King, the hit 2020 Netflix documentary about the colorful and troubled owner of an Oklahoma animal park convicted in 2019 of hiring 2 hitmen to kill a rival animal activist. 7 p.m. & 11 p.m. (Fri.), 9:30 p.m. (Sat.), U-M Walgreen Drama Center Studio 1, 1226 Murfin. Mask required. Free. facebook.com/basementarts.
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D.C. Malone: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
Apr. 15 & 16. Comic who bases his act, which includes songs, on his extensive life experience, including hitching over 40,000 miles in the 1970s, Malone also covers the trials of marriage, camp songs, and suburbia. Preceded by 2 opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 10 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $15 reserved seating in advance at etix.com before 6 p.m. the night of the show; $17 general admission at the door. 996–9080.
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