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May 18, 2022

“May the 4th Run with You: A Virtual 4K”: Epic Races.
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“May the 4th Run with You: A Virtual 4K”: Epic Races.
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 May 1-31. This Star Wars themed event allows participants to complete a self-timed 4-km run/walk anytime and anywhere during the month. Mailed race packets include a T-shirt, medal, bib, and sticker decal. A portion of the proceeds is donated to the American Association for Cancer Research. Anytime in May. $50. Preregistration required at ​​bit.ly/maythe4thrun2022. info@epicraces.com, 531-8747. 

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'Celebrating the Last Frost,' an exhibition by Avery Williamson
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'Celebrating the Last Frost,' an exhibition by Avery Williamson
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Creal Microgallery presents 'Celebrating the Last Frost,' an exhibition of paintings and sculptures by Ypsilanti artist Avery Williamson. This collection of small works celebrates the last frost, an indicator of safe passage to the next season. These pieces explore the colors and textures of May and June-- a season of shedding, blooming, and emerging.

Williamson has worked in a wide range of media, including weavings, photography, collage, painting and drawing, but remaining constant in much of her work is her use of atmospheric color and lively mark-making. With these defining visual elements, her work feels both meditative and improvisational. Her use of color sets a stage or mood, and provides a context for the story to be told through her marks. The marks and lines then skip across the surface, or grow outward from a starting point. Her marks play around the edges of the canvas or are laid down across fields of color. Her images can feel like parts of a whole— just glimpses of a larger story or vignettes of a fuller world. In the works on view, she considers this moment in time, this transition from cold to warm, from dormancy to growth. This moment that Williamson captures is somehow both singular and infinite, and this transition between seasons upon which she reflects is at once unique and eternal.

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Free Vaccination Clinic: Ann Arbor YMCA
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Free Vaccination Clinic: Ann Arbor YMCA
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May 16, 18, & 21. All three vaccines available. 2-6 p.m. (Mon. May 16), 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. (Wed. May 18), and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Wed. May 18). Everyone who participates in the clinic will receive a free day pass to the YMCA. Does not have to be redeemed the same day. Preregistration recommended.

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Volunteer Day: Hudson Mills Metropark.
10:00 am - 1:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Volunteer Day: Hudson Mills Metropark.
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Ages 12 & up invited to help remove invasive garlic mustard. Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes; tools, snacks, & know-how provided. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Hudson Mills Metropark Group Camp, 8801 North Territorial Rd., Dexter. Free. Preregistration required. $10 vehicle entrance fee. 426–8211. 

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“Tiny Tails Story Time”: Humane Society of Huron Valley.
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“Tiny Tails Story Time”: Humane Society of Huron Valley.
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Stories, crafts, finger plays, and interaction with adoptable cats and dogs. For kids ages 2–5, accompanied by an adult. HSHV, 3100 Cherry Hill Rd. $7 per kid (babies under age 1, free). Preregistration required at tickettailor.com/events/hshv, humaneed@hshv.org.

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Preschool Storytimes: AADL.
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL.
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Stories and songs for kids ages 2—5 (with caregiver). Free. aadl.org. Downtown: May 3, 1-1:30 p.m.; May 12 & 18, 11-11:30 a.m.; May 25, 10-10:30 a.m. Malletts Creek: May 6, 11-11:30 a.m. Pittsfield: May 9, 10-10:30 a.m. Westgate: May 19, 1-1:30 p.m. Traverwood: May 25, 11-11:30 a.m.

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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
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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. ofGlobal@aol.com.

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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Every Mon., Wed., & Fri. 30 min. online lesson on gentle Tai Chi for older adults. Beginners welcome.2401 Plymouth Road. For more information and URL, email info.tswp@umich.edu or call 998-9353.

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Walking Group: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Walking Group: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Via Zoom. For more information and URL, email info.tswp@umich.edu or call 998-9353.

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“Live Trivia”: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
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“Live Trivia”: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
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All invited to form (or join) a team of 4 or 5 persons to compete in a 2-round trivia contest. Questions geared towards ages 55 & up, but all ages welcome. Prizes (pickup only). Online at bit.ly/a2seniortrivia, passcode: 194912. Free. bpatton@a2gov.org, 794–6250.

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“Live Trivia”: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
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“Live Trivia”: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
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All invited to form (or join) a team of 4 or 5 persons to compete in a 2-round trivia contest. Questions geared towards ages 55 & up, but all ages welcome. Prizes (pickup only). Online at bit.ly/a2seniortrivia, passcode: 194912. Free. bpatton@a2gov.org, 794–6250.

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Chess: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Chess: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Every Wednesday. 2401 Plymouth Road. Free. 998-9353, info.tswp@umich.edu.

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The Schmoozery: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
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The Schmoozery: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
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Every Wed. Group conversation about aging, generations, and related topics, facilitated by local playwright and oral historian Hank Greenspan, a retired U-M psychology professor.Register online at olli-umich.org/olli-commons. Free. 734-998-9351.

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"Rumors": PTD Productions.
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"Rumors": PTD Productions.
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May 12-15 & 18-21. Liz Greaves-Hoxsie directs local actors in Neil Simon's farce about a fancy New York dinner party that collapses into confused panic. Invited to a deputy mayor's 10th anniversary, the first couple finds the food uncooked, the host shot, and the hostess gone. Afraid of scandal, the two try to hide it from the next couple, who in turn hide it from the next, until all four couples are caught up in a fast-paced, hilarious melee of misunderstanding. Cast: Karrie Waarala, Karl Sikkenga, Wendy Ascione-Juska, Gary Lehman, Daniel Dye, Laura Bird, Adam Weakley, Veronica Long, Eric Thornburg, and Pascal Casamier. 8 p.m. (Thurs.-Sat.) and 2 p.m. (Wed. & Sun.). Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron, Ypsilanti. Tickets $18 (Students & Seniors, $12) in advance at ptdproductions.com and at the door. 483-7345.

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“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
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“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
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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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“A2AC Gala”: Ann Arbor Art Center Fundraiser.
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“A2AC Gala”: Ann Arbor Art Center Fundraiser.
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Cocktail reception and tour followed at 7 p.m. by dinner at Zingerman’s Greyline. With brooding, ethereal pop by singer-pianist Erik Nordin of the Detroit jazz-rock trio The Strange and an interactive painting demo by local artist Noah Kaplan. Live auction. 5 p.m., Ann Arbor Art Center, 117 W. Liberty. Tickets $300 in advance only at annarborartcenter.org. mclark@annarborartcenter.org, 926-4123.

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Board Game Night: Bløm Meadworks.
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Board Game Night: Bløm Meadworks.
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Every Wed. All invited to play popular board games. “Board Game Guru” on hand to answer questions. 5–8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Proof of vaccination required to sit indoors; outdoor seating available. Free, 548–9729.

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“Dining for Dollars”: Unified.
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“Dining for Dollars”: Unified.
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Dinner, dessert, cash bar, a silent auction, raffle, and live entertainment. Proceeds benefit Unified (formerly the HIV/AIDS Resource Center). 6 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. Mask and proof of vaccination or negative Covid test required. Tickets $150 by May 10 at miunified.betterworld.org/events/Dining2022 or by phone. 572-9355.

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“Meals on Heels: ’70s Edition”: Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels
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“Meals on Heels: ’70s Edition”: Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels
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Enjoy a fantastically funky evening as we celebrate the ’70s and raise money for Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels! Meals on Heels is back Wednesday, May 18, with a fresh new look. Set for 6 p.m., this event will be held at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse, COVID permitting, and virtually if necessary. Your evening will include: • Craft beers by 734 Brewing Co., Ypsilanti• Delicious hors d’oeuvres by Simply Scrumptious• Live music by Funkwagon• Dancing• Cocktail demonstration by The Bar at 327 Braun Court• Live macrame demonstration and take-home craft courtesy of Greenshields Macrame• Prizes for best ’70s outfit and shoes• 1970s photo opps• Silent auctionSponsorships available! Contact Madison at giving@ymow.org or visit ymow.org/moh.Ypsilanti Freighthouse

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“Advancing Equity Through the Public Defender’s Office”: Washtenaw Regional Organizing Coalition.
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“Advancing Equity Through the Public Defender’s Office”: Washtenaw Regional Organizing Coalition.
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Talk, via Zoom, by Washtenaw County public defender Delphia Simpson. 6:307:30 p.m., for URL, see werocmi.org/meetings/ Free.

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“Ponyo”: Fathom Events.
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“Ponyo”: Fathom Events.
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(Hayao Miyazaki, 2008). Dubbed (Sun. & Wed.) and subtitled (Mon.) screenings of this anime fantasy about a young boy who develops a relationship with a goldfish princess who longs to become human. 3 p.m. (Sun.) and 7 p.m. (Mon. & Wed.). Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, 973–8424), Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline, 316–5500). Tickets $12.50 in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see FathomEvents.com/events.

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Kerrytown Crafters.
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Kerrytown Crafters.
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Every Wed. All crocheters, knitters, spinners, weavers, felters, sewers, and other crafters invited to work on their own projects with others. Questions welcome, help available. 7 p.m. or so, for URL join Facebook.com/groups/KTCrafters. Free. 926–8863. 

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Michelle Lietz & jason b. crawford: Literati Bookstore At Home with Literati.
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Michelle Lietz & jason b. crawford: Literati Bookstore At Home with Literati.
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These 2 poets discuss (via Zoom) their new collections. Crawford’s Year of the Unicorn Kidz reads like a coming-of-age story for marginalized youth in America, examining existence on the intersections of gender, race, and sexuality. Lietz’s Occasionally Petty uses lyrics from Tom Petty songs to explore nostalgia, adolescence, and the poet's mixed Yaqui, European, and Middle Eastern identity. 7 p.m., for URL see literatibookstore.com/event/2022-05. Free. 585–5567.

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"Spring String Fling!": Pioneer High School Orchestra
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High school students perform the premiere of 5 commissioned pieces to celebrate the class of 2022. 7:30 p.m., Michigan Theatre. Mask required. Free. 668-8397

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Open Rehearsal: The Arbor Consort.
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Open Rehearsal: The Arbor Consort.
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Every Wed. All singers invited to rehearse with this semi-professional a cappella ensemble that performs Renaissance and Victorian-era music in period dress. The official madrigal group of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Dixboro United Methodist Church, 5221 Church Rd. Free. TheArborConsort.org.

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Open Dancing: Swing Ann Arbor.
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Open Dancing: Swing Ann Arbor.
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Every Wed. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner needed. Wear comfortable low grip/tread shoes. Preceded at 8 p.m. by a lesson. 9–11 p.m., locations TBA at swingannarbor.com/calendar. Mask and proof of vaccination (with booster) required. $5 (free for members and those who attend the lesson). 945–8428. 

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