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July 15, 2022
“Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris”: Michigan Theater.
Opens July 15: (Anthony Fabian, 2022). Historical comedy-drama based on Mrs. ‘Arris Goes to Paris, Paul Gallico’s 1958 novel about the adventures of a London charwoman. Lesley Manville, Isabelle Huppert. 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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Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival.
June 19-July 15. Annual festival of documentary and feature films on Jewish themes. Includes both in-person shows and 5 different films each week available to stream anytime.
July 10, noon through July 15, noon (online):
“African Exodus” (Brad Rothschild, 2021). Human rights documentary about the 60,000 Africans that have fled to Israel over the past decade. “Back in Berlin” (Bobby Lax, 2021). Documentary that follows an English actor as he unearths his family’s untold WWII-era history as both Holocaust victims and Nazi sympathizers. “The Fourth Window” (Yair Qedar, 2021). Biography that traces the tragic early life of the renowned Israeli writer Amos Oz. “The Lost Film of Nuremberg” See above. “Tiger Within” (Rafal Zielinski, 2020). Coming-of-age drama about the unlikely friendship between a homeless teen and a Holocaust survivor.
$12 per film (in advance only for in-person shows); virtual festival pass, $150. Rackham Amphitheater and online at Film.jccAnnArbor.org. 971–0990.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
Daily, except July 4. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Expedition Reef (12:30 p.m.) reveals the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea,” the world’s most vibrant and endangered marine ecosystems. The Sky Tonight (1:30 & 3:30 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. Tales of the Maya Skies (2:30 p.m.) immerses viewers in the wonders of Mayan science, examining how Maya scholars developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics that enabled them to predict solstices, solar eclipses, weather patterns, and planetary movements. 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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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
Every Fri., Tues., & Thurs. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri., Tues.), or a 499er game (Thurs.). 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:50 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $6 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email kahanae@yahoo.net or ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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Dressage Shows: Waterloo Hunt Club.
July 15–17. Competitive equine ballet by skilled horses and riders, highlighted by graceful freestyle routines set to music. No pets. Concessions. 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Waterloo Hunt Club, Glenn at Katz (west off Mount Hope Rd. from I-94 exit 150), Grass Lake. Free admission. (908) 326–1155, 426–2088.
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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
Every Fri. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack a lunch or stop in Dexter for coffee or breakfast. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Barton Nature Area parking lot, W. Huron River Dr. near Bird Rd. Free. a2dan@sbcglobal.net.
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“Classic Food and Restaurants of the Upper Peninsula”: U-M Clements Library Bookworm.
Northern Michigan University history professor Russell M. Magnaghi discusses (via Zoom) his new book. 10–11:15 a.m., for URL preregister at myumi.ch/gjgzR. Free. 764–2347.
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“Olson Park Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
Every Fri. Slow/moderate-paced 18-mile gravel road ride with a rest stop at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Northfield Twp. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Olson Park, 1515 Dhu Varren. Free. aabts.org.
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“One-Page Zine & Button Making”: A2 Summer Streets (Main Street Area Association).
Ann Arbor District Library staff members lead a zine- and button-making session. Supplies provided. 10 a.m.-noon, at the S. Main & Liberty closed-off intersection. Free. mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets.
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City Park Walks: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Every Friday. Weekly guided 1-mile walk at a different city park each week. Preregister at mfulton@a2gov.org or 794–6250. Ann Arbor Senior Center (1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Free. Check meeting status before coming.
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Beginner Qigong & Tai Chi: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Every Wednesday & Friday. Gentle stretching both in-person and via Zoom (call 794–6250 for Zoom sign-up), Ann Arbor Senior Center (1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Free. Check meeting status before coming.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
Every Fri., Sat., & Wed. 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. (Fri. & Wed.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofGlobal@aol.com.
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Every Mon., Wed., & Fri. 30 min. online lesson on gentle Tai Chi for older adults. Beginners welcome. 2401 Plymouth Road. For URL, go to bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. For more information, email info.tswp@umich.edu or call 998-9353.
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Walking Group: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Via Zoom. For URL, go to bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. For more information, email info.tswp@umich.edu or call 998-9353.
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Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Every Tues. & Fri. Some experience necessary. No partner needed. 2401 Plymouth Road. Free. Call 998-9353 if interested, info.tswp@umich.edu.
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Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
Every Mon.—Fri. (except July 4). Half hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2—5 (with caregiver). Mon. 10:30 a.m. (Pittsfield), Tues. 11 a.m. (Downtown), Wed. 10:30 a.m. (Malletts Creek), Thurs. 11 a.m. (Traverwood), Fri. 1 p.m. (Westgate).
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“25th Annual Rolling Sculpture Car Show”: Main Street Area Association/Bill Crispin Chevrolet.
Annual show by local car owners of more than 300 antique, classic, concept, or exotic autos in the Main Street area. Also, awards (7 p.m.), hot-rod tunes spun by DJ Surfer Joe. Rain or shine. 2-10 p.m., Main St. between Liberty St. & Washington St., and Washington St. between Fifth Ave. and Division St. Free. sandra@mainstreetannarbor.org, 668-7112.
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Information Session for the Child Development Certificate Program (CDA/CDC) at WCC: Engage@EMU and Early Childhood Education Department at Washtenaw Community College
Child Development Certificate Program Are you a childcare worker or someone interested in becoming certified in childcare?
The Child Development Associate Credential is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education and is a key stepping stone on the path of career advancement.
Are you interested in advancing your childhood education career? Then this information session is for you!
You will learn about the steps that you will need to take to get the nationally accredited certificate of completion in becoming a child care associate.
You will learn about the classes that will all happen online through Washtenaw Community College!
You will learn about free funding for this program for Washtenaw County Residents.
n/a ,Ypsilanti, MI. No tickets dleight1@emich.edu https://sites.google.com/wccnet.edu/beth-marshall/cda-program 603-867-7726.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Electrification Expo”: City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability & Innovations.
Exhibits showcasing home electrification tools to reduce homeowners’ carbon footprint, including induction cooktop demos, efficient heat pump water heaters and space heating/cooling systems. A chance to chat with local residents about their experience with more efficient systems and meet local contractors. Live music from the Community High School Jazz Band. Also, food trucks. 5–9 p.m., Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St. Free. a2gov.org/expo.
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“Pets & Pajamas Movie Night”: Humane Society of Huron Valley.
Kids ages 5-11 invited to watch an animal-themed movie. Also, crafts and a chance to interact with adoptable pets. Vegetarian dinner and popcorn. Wear pajamas and bring a sleeping bag and pillow. $40 ($20 for up to 2 additional kids). Preregistration required at hshv.org. Call for movie selection or details 661-3575.
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Summer Concert Series: Dexter Area Chamber of Commerce.
See July 1. Tonight: Still Rain, a Detroit Top 40 country and pop dance band fronted by vocalist Rena Wilson. 6:30 p.m.
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“Billboard’s Top Hits”: Saline Varsity Blues.
July 14, 15, & 16. Singers ages 7–18 perform a program of pop hits, from Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” and Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide” to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “We Don’t Talk about Bruno” and Adele’s “Hello.” 7 p.m., Saline Middle School, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. Tickets $15 in advance online at SalineVarsityBlues.org and at the door. SalineVarsityBlues@gmail.com.
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“Mary Poppins”: Dexter Community Players.
July 15-17 & 22-24. Connor Thomas Rhoades directs local actors in the 1993 Disney musical based on the 1964 film and P.L. Travers’ book about the “practically perfect” magical nanny who transforms the lives of the Banks children in 1910 London. The score includes such favorites as “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “A Spoonful of Sugar,” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.” 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Dexter High School, 2200 N. Parker Rd., Dexter. Mask required. Tickets $20 (students & seniors, $15) in advance at dextercommunityplayers.com and at the door.
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John E. Lawrence Summer Jazz Concert Series.
See 1 Friday. Tonight: An ensemble led by NYC-based contemporary jazz saxophonist and vocalist Paula Atherton. 7 p.m.
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The Peace Generator : Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
Please join us in creating peace for the planet. Meditate and set intentions. On Zoom. Free, but donations appreciated.
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“Chapatti”: Michigan Irish Repertory Theatre.
July 15-17, 23, & 24. David Kiley directs this local company in Irish playwright Christian O’Reilly’s 2014 one-act play, set in Dublin, about a depressed dog-owning man who meets an amiable and funny woman who has 19 cats. The Chicago Critic called it a “gentle, sublime and honest script that drills home the need for and the power of human companionship.” Adult themes. Stars David Kiley and Sarah Burcon. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 3 p.m. (Sun.), Saline Black Box, 109 Michigan Ave., Saline. Masks & proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test) required. Tickets $25. Preregistration encouraged at bit.ly/mirt-chapatti; limited seating. 276–7183.
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“Mamma Mia!”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
Every Thurs.–Sun., June 16–July 17. This local professional theater company performs the sunny 1999 Catherine Johnson musical about a bride-to-be trying to narrow down a field of three possibilities to find her real father. The all-ABBA score includes the title song, “Super Trouper,” “Dancing Queen,” “Money, Money, Money,” and more. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Encore, 3126 Broad St., Dexter. Tickets $46 (seniors & youth $44) in advance at theencoretheatre.org and at the door. 268–6200.
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Chad Zumock: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
July 15 & 16. This Cleveland comic ditched his signature argyle sweater vest and rapid-fire joke-slinging after a 2012 DUI arrest. He now tells brutally honest stories about his path to sobriety, and occasionally shares observations about his beloved Cleveland Cavaliers. 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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“Come to the Cabaret”: Pre-Art Fair Song Fest (Kerrytown Concert House).
Recital by performers TBA of cabaret and musical theater hits in the first Song Fest since the pandemic. 8 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Mask & proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within past 72 hours) required. $24 (students $13) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com or at the door. 769–2999.
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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. 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed., 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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Banned Book Club: Booksweet Bookshop.
Booksweet co-owner Shaun Manning leads a discussion about The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, Sherman Alexie’s 2009 coming-of-age novel set on the Spokane Indian Reservation that has been banned by numerous school districts for profanity and reference to sexual acts. 8–9 p.m., Booksweet, Courtyard Shops, 1729 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration required (capacity limited) at ShopBooksweet.com. Mask & proof of vaccination required. 929–4112.
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KissME: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
July 15-17 (different programs & locations). Swing and blues dancing to live and recorded music spread out over 3 days, culminating in an outdoor dance at Island Park. Tonight: free dancing to recorded music. 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti. Mask and proof of vaccination with booster (or negative PCR test within 24 hours) required. Tonight’s events only are free. Weekend pass: $45 in advance at kissmeinannarbor.com and at the door. info@kissmeinannarbor.com.
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Social Dance: The Dance Pavilion.
Every Fri. Ballroom dancing to recorded music. No partner or experience necessary. Preceded from 8–8:30 p.m. by a group lesson. Bottled water & chips provided. 8:30–10:30 p.m., Dance Pavilion Studio, 1918 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti. $15. TheDancePavilion.com, 369–9700.
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“Ponyo”
(Hayao Miyazaki, 2009). Anime fantasy centered on the friendship between a 5-year-old boy and a magical goldfish who yearns to become human. 9:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 1:30 p.m. (Sat.). 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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“Ponyo”
(Hayao Miyazaki, 2009). Anime fantasy centered on the friendship between a 5-year-old boy and a magical goldfish who yearns to become human. 9:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 1:30 p.m. (Sat.). 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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