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July 19, 2022

Intro to Archery : Pittsfield Township Parks and Recreation.
10-11:30 a.m. & 2-3:30 p.m. Observer EditorObserver Editor
Intro to Archery : Pittsfield Township Parks and Recreation.
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Introduction to archery, includes safety and basic shooting skills. Equipment provided. No prior experience required. Age 8 and up. 2 sessions: 10-11:30 a.m. & 2-3:30 p.m. . $10 ($15 nonresident). Preregistration required (space limited to 12 per session) at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov (#170M.SS22 morning, #170A.SS22 afternoon).

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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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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.
1:00 am - 4:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
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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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Art Adventure Camps - Week 5
9:00 am - 10:00 am Community ListingCommunity Listing, Creative WashtenawCreative Washtenaw
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Join Whitepine Studios for a three-day art adventure that incorporates art activities, crafts, games, laughter, socialization, lunch bunch and a real day camp experience.

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“Playgroups for Babies”: Ann Arbor District Library.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Playgroups for Babies”: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Every Mon.–Wed. (except July 4). For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m. (Malletts Creek), Tues. 11 a.m.–noon (Traverwood), Wed. 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. (Westgate).

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Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
11:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor
Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
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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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Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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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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“Ann Arbor Group Runs”: Fleet Feet.
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“Ann Arbor Group Runs”: Fleet Feet.
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Every Sat. & Tues. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet (formerly 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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“Dog and Suds Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
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“Dog and Suds Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
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Every Tues. Moderate-paced ride, 20 to 30 miles, along the less-traveled roads west and north of Chelsea. 6 p.m., sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main St., Chelsea. Start location occasionally changes; see aabts.org. Free. 678-8297. 

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“Knit Happens”: Ann Arbor Stitch ’n’ Bitch.
6:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
“Knit Happens”: Ann Arbor Stitch ’n’ Bitch.
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Every Tues. All knitters invited to work on their projects and swap tips. 6–8 p.m. or so, Panera Bread, 903 W. Eisenhower. 9453035. momofpipi@gmail.com.

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“Tour de Dirt Tuesday Dirt Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
6:15 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Tour de Dirt Tuesday Dirt Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
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Every Tues. 20- to 35-mile ride along Chelsea-area dirt roads. Email for upcoming week’s route. 6:15 p.m., sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main St., Chelsea. Free. scimitargs@gmail.com. 

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“Tantré Farm Outing”: Huron Valley Sierra Club.
6:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
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Outing to this local farm to learn about its sustainable practices. 6:30 p.m., 2510 Hayes Rd., Chelsea. Preregister at meetup.com/Sierra-Club-Huron-Valley/events Free. 971–1157.

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Lotus Lantern Workshop: Ann Arbor District Library.
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Lotus Lantern Workshop: Ann Arbor District Library.
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The chance to make a traditional Korean lotus flower lantern using colored paper and a pre-made wire frame. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown.  Also available online at AADL.TV, with a limited number of take-home lantern kits available for pickup at AADL locations TBA. Free. 327–4200. 

 

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“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
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“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
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Every Tues. Talk (via Zoom) by Imam Kamau Ayubbi. All ages welcome. 6:45–8:15 p.m., for URL see interfaithspirit.org/events/featured-event. $5–10 suggested donation. 327–0270.

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“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active.
7:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active.
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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. 7 p.m., for URL preregister at meetup.com/AllHandsActive/events. Free, but donations welcome. info@AllHandsActive.org.

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Bluegrass Jam Circle: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Bluegrass Jam Circle: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
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July 12 & 26. All musicians invited to bring their acoustic instruments to play bluegrass-style music. Vocalists welcome. 79 p.m.  (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. Mask recommended. $5. Depending on the weather, time and venue may change, so please check updates at a2blugrass.com. 

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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
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Every Tues. All male and female singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local barbershop harmony chorus. 7–8:45 p.m., Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd. Masks encouraged, vaccination required to join. Free to visitors (annual dues for those who join). bit.ly/hvharmonizers. info@HVharmonizers.org, 796–7467.

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Polka Jam Session: American Legion Hall.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Polka Jam Session: American Legion Hall.
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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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Voices in Harmony.
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Voices in Harmony.
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Every Tues. Female singers invited to join the weekly virtual rehearsals of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–9:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile Rd., Ypsilanti. Mask optional. Free to visitors ($26 monthly dues for those who join). info@voicesinharmonychorus.org, 765–3611.

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German Conversation.
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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 (7:30 p.m. Tues.), and the A2 Stammtisch (8 p.m. Thurs.). Grizzly Peak Brewing Company, 120 W. Washington. Free admission. 812–6375 (Tues.). Preregistration for Thurs. A2 Stammtisch requested at heerdeolind@yahoo.com. 

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The Moth StorySLAM: Michigan Radio.
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
The Moth StorySLAM: Michigan Radio.
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Open mic 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 to 5-minute story on the theme of “Time.” Stories are judged by a 3-person team recruited from the audience. Monthly winners compete in a semiannual GrandSLAM. 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.
8:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
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Every Tues. Stand-up showcase featuring sets by local comics TBA. 8 p.m., The Beer Grotto, 8059 Main, Dexter. Free. bit.ly/comedybeergrotto.

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