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April 19, 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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“Coffee with Marta.”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Biweekly social hour with local retired psychologist Marta Skiba.Free for members. $25 annual membership. For more information and to register, see olli-umich.org or call 998-9351.
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“Sensory Story Time”: Humane Society of Huron Valley.
Stories, sensory play, and a tour of the shelter. Also, a chance to make a toy or treat for the animals. For autistic and other neurodivergent kids ages 2–5 (but all children welcome), accompanied by an adult. HSHV, 3100 Cherry Hill Rd. $5 per kid (babies under age 1, free). Preregistration required at tickettailor.com/events/hshv. humaneed@hshv.org.
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“From Place to Purpose”: Interfaith Round Table of Washtenaw County.
All invited to join a discussion (via Zoom) of environmentalism, climate justice, and how spiritual traditions honor the concept of sacred place. 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. Preregistration required at bit.ly/placetopurpose. roederer@umich.edu. Free.
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“The Revolutionary City: Urbanization and the Global Transformation of Rebellion”: U-M Weiser Center for Emerging Democracies Book Talk.
Princeton University political science professor Mark R. Beissinger discusses his new book. Noon-1:30 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church St. Mask required. Livestream available, for URL preregister at myumi.ch/pZRyD. Free. 764-0351.
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Noon Lecture Series: U-M Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies.
Apr. 5, 12, & 19. Virtual talks by national and global scholars. Apr. 5: Reed College (Portland, OR) Chinese and humanities professor Jing Jiang on “ ‘New People’ Found in Translation: A Dialogue between Chinese and Global Science Fiction.” Apr. 12: Duke Kunshan University (Suzhou, China) media professor Fan Liang on “The Making of ‘Good’ Citizens: Examining the Mechanism of and Public Support for China’s Social Credit System.” Apr. 19: University of Kentucky Chinese studies professor Liang Luo on “Dreams and Memories in the Making of the Ivens Documentary A Tale of the Wind.” Via Zoom; preregister at bit.ly/lrccsnoonlecture.V Free. chinese.studies@umich.edu, 764–6308.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
Every Tues., Thurs. & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues., Fri.), or a 499er game (Thus.). If you plan to come without a partner, email kahanae@yahoo.net or ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:50 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $6 per person.
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Euchre: Pittsfield Township Parks and Recreation
Euchre is back in March!Pre-Registration Required.Masks are required.No shared snacks, bring your own drink.Stay at home if you or other members are home are exhibiting any symptoms of the coronavirus. Notify the office if you become ill for any reason. Pittsfield Township Community Center Community Area
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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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American Business Women’s Association.
Monthly meeting over Zoom, with a talk TBA. 6:15 p.m., for URL preregister at abwa-maia.org/events.html. Free. walkers@umich.edu.
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“Food Literacy for All”: U-M Sustainable Food Systems Initiative.
Apr. 5, 12, & 19. Apr. 5: Wesleyan University sociology professor Anthony Hatch, author of Blood Sugar: Racial Pharmacology and Food Justice in Black America on “Metabolism Cages for New World Animals, Large and Small.” Apr. 12: U-M faculty members from multiple disciplines TBA present “Fast Food for Thought,” a series of ten 5-minute talks related to food and agriculture. Apr. 19: “Final Class.” Series wrap-up. Preregister at sites.lsa.umich.edu/sustainablefoodsystems/foodliteracyforall. Free.
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“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
Every Tues. Talk (via Zoom) by Imam Kamau Ayubbi. All ages welcome. For URL see interfaithspirit.org/events/featured-events. $5–10 suggested donation. 327–0270.
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“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active.
Every Tues. All invited to try to capture a virtual flag by solving a computer security problem (or series of problems), ranging from basic computer usage to some programming. Led by AHA members. Beginners welcome. For URL preregister at meetup.com/AllHandsActive/events. Free, but donations welcome. info@AllHandsActive.org.
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“The Mulligan”: Fathom Events.
(Michael O. Sajbel, 2022). Premiere of this feel-good golf drama about a successful businessman, estranged from his wife and son, who has a complete meltdown at a charity tournament. For updated schedule, see FathomEvents.com/events. Tickets $12.50 in advance online (recommended) & at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, 973–8424), Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline, 316–5500).
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Ann Arbor Camera Club.
Apr. 5 & 19. Club members show their projected digital images (Apr. 5) and prints (Apr. 19) on various topics, including this month's assignment, “Pure Michigan”. Also, Michigan photographer Paul Crouse presents images taken while living in Kyoto, Japan (Apr. 5), and a showing of images submitted for the club’s annual print competition (Apr. 19). Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty, rear entrance, 2nd floor. Mask and proof of Covid-19 vaccination and booster required. Free. annarborcameraclub.org a2camclub@gmail.com.
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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
Every Tues. All singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local barbershop harmony chorus. All singers, male and female, invited to join as members or visitors. Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd. Free to visitors (annual dues for those who join), info@HVharmonizers.org, 796–7467.
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Polka Jam Session: American Legion Hall.
All accordion players and other musicians invited to play polkas and waltzes and other ethnic and old-time music. 7–9 p.m., American Legion Hall, 44 Wabash St. (south off Main), Milan. Free. 529–3903.
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Vanguard Reed Quintet
Vanguard Reed Quintet returns to Ypsilanti for an evening of reed quintet music exploring ideas of nature, mythology, and storytelling!
In this concert, the audience will experience contemporary classical chamber music performed by the oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bass clarinet, and bassoon. Featuring guest bassoonist Allison Nicotera and the music of Chris Evan Hass, Marc Mellits, Becky Turro, Daniel Cueto, and Kurt Weill.
Tickets $10
Purchase a ticket to either attend the show in person at the First Presbyterian Church of Ypsilanti, or join us online for the livestream, courtesy of Sly Pup Productions! Livestream link will be provided closer to the event.
UPDATE: You can now purchase a livestream ticket to view our concert on-demand up until a week after the show! The livestream will be archived for you to view on your own time until April 26.
We are requiring all in-person attendees to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination OR present a negative COVID-19 test. Please provide one of the following when you arrive at the venue:
Proof of full vaccination (two weeks after the second shot of a two-shot vaccine, or the first of a one-shot vaccine)
Proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of the event or a rapid antigen test taken within 24 hours of the event
Masks will be required at all times within the venue and during the performance, regardless of vaccination status.
Contact: vanguardrq@gmail.com
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Voices in Harmony.
Every Tues. Female singers invited to join the weekly virtual rehearsals of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. For URL email Info@VoicesInHarmonyChorus.org. Free to visitors ($26 monthly dues for those who join). 765–3611.
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“Deer Impacts on Plant Communities”: Huron Valley Sierra Club.
Plant ecologist Jacqueline Courteau discusses her research on deer and their impact on environments and native plants. 7:30–9 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Also via Zoom at MeetUp.com/Sierra-Club-Huron-Valley. Free; metered parking. HVG@Michigan.SierraClub.org, 971–1157.
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German Conversation.
Every Tues. & Thurs. All German speakers, native or non-native, invited for conversation with either or both of 2 long-running groups, the German Speakers Round Table (Tues., 7:30 p.m.) and the Stammtisch (Thurs., 7:30 p.m.). Grizzly Peak Brewing Company, 120 W. Washington. Free admission. 812–6375 (Tues.) & heerdeolind@yahoo.com (Thurs.).
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The Moth StorySLAM: Michigan Radio.
Open mike storytelling competition sponsored by The Moth, the NYC-based nonprofit storytelling organization that also produces a weekly public radio show. Ten storytellers are selected at random from among those who sign up to tell a 3–5-minute story on the theme of “Style.” Stories are judged by a 3-person team recruited from the audience. Monthly winners compete in a semiannual Grand Slam. Seating limited; arrive early. 7:30–9 p.m. (doors open and sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m.), The Blind Pig, 208 S. First. Tickets $15 general admission in advance only at TheMoth.org beginning a week before each event. 764–5118.
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“Comedy Experiment”: Beer Grotto.
Every Tues. Stand-up showcase featuring sets by local comics TBA. The Beer Grotto, 8059 Main, Dexter. Free. bit.ly/comedybeergrotto.
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“The Big Show”: ComCo (University Activities Center).
An evening of original sketches and improvised scenes by this popular U-M student comedy troupe. 8 p.m., Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, 911 North University. Mask required. Tickets $5 in advance at muto.umich.edu & at the door. 763-3281.
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