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August 19, 2022
“Emily the Criminal”: Michigan Theater.
Opens Aug. 19: (John Patton Ford, 2022). Crime thriller. A debt-ridden woman gets drawn into the very modern Los Angeles criminal underworld of credit card scams and worse. Aubrey Plaza.
Various times. 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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“Spin Me Round”: Michigan Theater.
Opens Aug. 19: “Spin Me Round” (Jeff Baena, 2022). Romantic comedy thriller. An American woman witnesses dubious corporate hijinks in Tuscany. Alison Brie, Aubrey Plaza, Alessandro Nivola, Molly Shannon.
Various times. 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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Chelsea Community Garage Sale
The 2022 Fresh Air Market and Chelsea Community Garage Sale
City wide community garage sale interactive map and registration information. Two days of sidewalk sales at local businesses in Chelsea and a community of garage sales all in the same weekend.https://chelseamich.com/chelsea-community-garage-sale/
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
Daily. 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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Dressage Shows: Waterloo Hunt Club.
Aug. 5–7 & 18–21. 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. 426–2111.
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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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“10th Annual Paint Dexter Plein Air Festival.”
Aug. 19 & 20. A 2-day exhibit and sale of works created by local and visiting artists who painted outdoors throughout Dexter Aug. 15–20. Also, art workshops for kids and adults (see paintdexter.org). Today: Spectators welcome at a “Quick Draw Competition” (9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) among participating artists. Also, an art sale (2–9 p.m.), award ceremony (5 p.m.), and a meet-the-artists beer & wine reception (4:30–8:30 p.m.), and live music TBA at the Gazebo (6:30–8:30pm). Sat.: Children’s art event (11 a.m.–2 p.m.), a beer & wine reception (3–8 p.m.), live music in the tent gallery (6–8 p.m.), and an art sale (9 a.m.–8 p.m.). 9:30 a.m.–9 p.m. (Fri.), & 9 a.m.–8 p.m. (Sat.), Monument Park, Dexter. Free admission. paintdexter.com, 358–1744.
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“Clague School 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 Clague Middle School, 2616 Nixon. Free. aabts.org.
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“The Strange Genius of Mr. O: The World of the United States' First Forgotten Celebrity”: U-M Clements Library Bookworm.
Virginia Commonwealth University history professor Carolyn Eastman discusses (via Zoom) her new book about the eccentric 19th-century celebrity performer James Ogilvie. 10–11:15 a.m., for URL preregister at myumi.ch/gjgzR. Free. 764–2347.
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#shopchelseamich Fresh Air Market: #shopchelseamich
On August 19 & 20, #shopchelseamich merchants will welcome residents and visitors to enjoy a "Fresh Air Market - Fashion & Home Show." This event has historically been "Sidewalk Sales," and 2022 is the 46th anniversary. Businesses will be featuring a variety of one-of-a-kind specials, new inventories, menu items, and beverages. In addition, there are two unique events, a Scavenger Hunt and a Fashion & Home Show. Details to follow on the #shopchelseamich website.
The #shopchelseamich independent merchants are locally owned businesses that exemplify the uniqueness of Chelsea. "We want to convey to our customers that we have more to offer than traditional sidewalk sales. Chelsea's commercial district has become a diverse community of home goods stores, garden shops, clothing and accessories, restaurants, distillery, jewelry, markets, and so much more!" said Jennifer Fairfield, owner of the Garden Mill. Chelsea businesses are looking forward to welcoming the community and visitors to the market!
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Chelsea Community Garage Sale.
Aug. 19 & 20. City-wide community garage sale, along with sidewalk sales at local businesses. 10 a.m., all over Chelsea. chelseamich.com/chelsea-community-garage-sale. hello@chelseamich.com.
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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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“Lunch and Learn”: Temple Beth Emeth.
Every Fri. All invited to bring lunch and join TBE Rabbi Josh Whinston outside under a big tent for an informal discussion about religion. Noon, TBE, 2309 Packard. 665-4744.
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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. (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.
(Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.) 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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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 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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Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
Every Mon.–Fri. (except Aug. 1): Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library. 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). Free. 327–4200.
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Kids Crafts: Ann Arbor District Library.
Aug. 1–6, 8, 10, 15, 17–19, 21, 23, 24, & 27: Kids Crafts: Ann Arbor District Library. AADL staffers lead hour-long workshops for kids ages 5-10. Aug. 1 (2 p.m., Downtown): “Slime Time.” Aug. 2 (2 p.m., Traverwood): “Paper Robot Gliders and Balancing Paper Robots.” Aug. 2 (2 p.m., Malletts Creek): “Felt Chain Garlands.” Aug. 3 (2 p.m., Westgate): “Scratch-Off Art.” Aug. 4 (2 p.m., Traverwood) & Aug. 15 (2 p.m., Westgate): “Domino Days.” Aug. 5, (1 p.m., Downtown) & Aug. 21 (2 p.m., Traverwood): chance to build a “Tiny Window Greenhouse” and plant a seedling. Aug. 6 (noon, Westgate): “Paper Plate Flying Saucers.” Aug. 8 (2 p.m., Pittsfield): “Button Tree Painting.” Aug. 10 (2 p.m., Mallets Creek): “Craft-tastic!” Creative crafting using pipe cleaners, pom-poms, clothes pins, and more. Aug. 17 (2 p.m., Pittsfield): “Duct Tape Balls” to use on a playground. Aug. 18 (2 p.m., Downtown): “Paper Bag Astronaut Helmet.” Aug. 19 (2 p.m., Malletts Creek): chance to build and test a “Solar S’mores Oven.” Aug. 23 (2 p.m., Downtown): “Cabbage Juice Chemistry.” Aug. 24 (1 p.m., Malletts Creek): “Diorama-Ram.” Aug. 27 (1 p.m., Malletts Creek): “Crowns, Crowns, Crowns!” Free. 327–4200.
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“Fix-It Friday”: Maker Works.
All invited to bring anything that needs fixing—chairs, sweaters, radios, whatever. Maker Works members and staff on hand to help with repairs. Handy people invited to assist. Repairs not guaranteed. New: toy adaptations to make off-the-shelf toys more accessible for people with disabilities, but you must register in advance. 4-6 p.m., Maker Works, 3765 Plaza Dr. Free. 222-4911.
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“D & D Adventures”: Sylvan Factory.
Every Fri. All age 16+ invited to play Dungeons and Dragons role-playing games with dungeon master Jeff. 6–10 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $10. Preregistration recommended. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
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“Friday Night Magic”: Sylvan Factory.
Every Fri. All invited to play Magic: The Gathering in a rotating draft environment. Cost and prizes vary; weekly updates on Facebook. 6–10 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
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Ballroom Dancing: Ballet Chelsea.
Aug. 5 & 19. Outdoor instruction in the basics of standard/smooth dance, Latin, and swing. No partner needed. 6-6:45 p.m. Palmer Commons, Downtown Chelsea. info@balletchelsea.org.
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Game Night: Sweetwaters Café Downtown.
Aug. 5 & 19. All invited to play any type of tabletop game, including board games, role-playing, and card games. Bring your own game, or use one provided. Limited to first 15 attendees each week. 6–9 p.m., Sweetwaters, 123 W. Washington St. Free, but food & drink purchases expected for table use. Preregistration requested at victor@LHPress.com.
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PedalPrints: Ann Arbor Art Center.
Create your own tote bag using A2AC’s mobile printmaking station, PedalPrints. 6-8 p.m., on the sidewalk in front of the Ann Arbor Art Center, 117 W. Liberty. $10 walk-up only. annarborartcenter.org. mclark@annarborartcenter.org, 926-4123.
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U-M Field Hockey vs. Michigan State.
Exhibition game. 6 p.m., Ocker Field, 1202 S. State. Free. 764–0247.
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Wendy and DB: Ann Arbor District Library.
Aug. 19 (6–7 p.m.): Wendy and DB: Ann Arbor District Library. This Chicago-area award-winning guitar and ukulele duo performs a program for kids & families of original songs about science, nature, and animals. AADL Downtown. Free. 327-4200.
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“A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to CCC”: Children’s Creative Center.
Aug. 17–21. Gayle Martin, Laurie Atwood, and Abby Vermeulen direct local kids in their original musical production about a boy whose mother won’t let him play in the neighborhood’s popular dodgeball games and the day when he finally gets the chance. Features musical numbers adapted from Stephen Sondheim’s A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and other shows. The Aug. 20 performance is followed by a post-performance reception ($100 suggested donation; reservations required at ChildrensCreativeCenter.org) with food & drink from local restaurants TBA . Proceeds benefit Friends of CCC, which assists homeless and disadvantaged families with childcare costs. 7 p.m. (Wed.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Children’s Creative Center, 1600 Pauline (at Kay Pkwy. east of Stadium). Tickets pay what you can in advance at ChildrensCreativeCenter.org or at the door. 769–0019.
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Sean Dobbins Trio: Blue LLama Jazz Club
Sean Dobbins is a highly sought-after jazz sideman and educator whose sound can best be described as hard-driving, solid rhythm with refreshing melodic sensibility. Being the focus of countless news articles, jazz radio programs, and documentaries, Dobbins has performed/toured/recorded with artists, such as Johnny Basset, Joey DeFrancesco, Marcus Belgrave, and David Baker.
314 S. Main St ,Ann Arbor. Pre-Pay Cover or Dinner +Show at opentable.com $15–75. hello@bluellamaclub.com bluellamaclub.com 734-372-3200.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
The Havah Experiment: Express Your Yes and CultureVerse
The Havah Experiment: Revitalization is part of an on-going theatrical adventure that expands theater by closing the gap between scripted and improvised work. It invites the audience to immerse themselves in safe discomfort while viewing and participating in a dramatic experience. By following roaming characters’ journeys through personal and communal revitalization, each participant crafts their own encounters. Come join our world that’s between, betwixt, and bewildering for an experimental experience that only exists in the moment.
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Mike Cronin: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
Aug. 19 & 20. Unpretentious and clever, Cronin delivers unexpected and funny observational humor on relatable topics like FitBit hacks from his mom. 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 aacomedy.com before 6 p.m. the night of the show; $17 general admission at the door. 996–9080.
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“God Kinda Looks Like Tupac”: Theatre Nova.
Every Thurs.–Sun., July 29–Aug. 21. Vincent Ford Jr. directs the premier of U-M playwriting lecturer Emilio Rodriguez’s comic exploration of political correctness, societal expectations, and code-switching. When a black high school student creates an unconventional portrait of God for a student art exhibit, her white and Latina teachers have a variety of reactions, to funny and deep effect. 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Mask & proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within past 48 hours). Tickets $22 in advance at theatre-nova.ticketleap.com & at the door. 635–8450.
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“Home”: Bridging Perspectives.
Aug. 19 & 20. Cameron Graham directs Samm-Art Williams’s Tony-nominated 1979 play about a big-hearted South Carolina Vietnam draft evader and farmer who relies on God in his odyssey from farm to big city and back again. Inaugural production of this theater company. Age 13 and up. 8 p.m. Liberty School Auditorium, 7265 N. Ann Arbor St., Saline. Masks requested. $12 at bridgingperspectives.com. info@bridgingperspectives.com.
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“One Slight Hitch”: PTD Productions.
Every Wed.-Sun., Aug. 18-27. Laura Bird directs local actors in comedian Lewis Black’s wry 2013 romantic farce about a young bride-to-be whose ne’er-do-well ex-boyfriend shows up on her parent’s doorstep on her wedding day. Unaware of her engagement, his clothes dirty from a hiking adventure, the unwanted guest avails himself of the family’s laundry and wanders the house in his underwear, running into various family members with increasingly awkward, and hilarious, results. 8 p.m. (Thurs.-Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun. & Wed.), Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron, Ypsilanti. Tickets $18 (students & seniors, $12; Thurs., pay what you can) 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.
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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“Swift Nights Out”: Washtenaw Audubon Society.
Aug. 19–21. All invited to view chimney swifts gathering at dusk and count them as they enter chimneys. Sometimes you have to count by 5’s, 10’s and 20’s, they drop so fast, all in a swirling tornado of birds. Participants choose a known roosting location and report back to WAS organizers. If you know of an active roost that’s not listed, email Juliet Berger (president@washtenawaudubon.org), and she will add it to the sign-up. Part of a national effort to monitor the migration of this bird and learn its favorite chimneys for overnight roosting. 8 p.m. until the last swift descends into its chimney, for locations, preregister at washtenawaudubon.org/events. Free.
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Annie & Rod Capps Trio: Acoustic Routes Concert.
Americana folk-rock by local husband and wife singer-songwriter duo Annie & Rod Capps, accompanied by the highly regarded local fingerstyle guitarist and mandolinist Jason Dennie. 8 p.m., Stony Lake Brewing Company, 447 E. Michigan, Saline. $15 in advance at stonylakebrewing.com and at the door. 316-7919.
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Banned Book Club: Booksweet Bookshop.
Booksweet co-owner Shaun Manning leads a discussion about Speak, Laurie Halse Anderson’s 1999 novel about a high school girl who reports being raped, stops speaking, and slowly reclaims her voice by making art. It has been banned by numerous school districts for being “anti-male” and for depicting rape and profanity. 8–9 p.m., Booksweet, Courtyard Shops, 1729 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration requested (capacity limited) at ShopBooksweet.com. Mask & proof of vaccination required. 929–4112.
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HOME by Samm-Art Williams: Bridging Perspectives
Bridging Perspectives presents its first live theatre production with Samm-Art Williams’ uplifting play, HOME. The production will be presented in the Liberty School Auditorium at 7265 N. Ann Arbor Street, in Saline, Michigan. Our performances are: Friday and Saturday, August 19 and 20, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. The production is suggested for ages 13 and above.
7265 N. Ann Arbor Street ,Saline, MI 48176. https://www.bridgingperspectives.com/ $12. info@bridgingperspectives.com https://www.bridgingperspectives.com/ 734.330.6094.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
HOME by Samm-Art Williams: Bridging Perspectives
Bridging Perspectives presents its first live theatre production with Samm-Art Williams’ uplifting play, HOME. The production will be presented in the Liberty School Auditorium at 7265 N. Ann Arbor Street, in Saline, Michigan. Our performances are: Friday and Saturday, August 19 and 20, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. The production is suggested for ages 13 and above.
7265 N. Ann Arbor Street ,Saline, MI 48176. https://www.bridgingperspectives.com/ $12. info@bridgingperspectives.com https://www.bridgingperspectives.com/ 734.330.6094.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
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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Riverside Swings: Swing Ann Arbor.
Aug. 12, 19, & 26. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner or experience needed. Wear comfortable low-grip/tread shoes. Preceded at 8 p.m. by a lesson. 9–11 p.m., Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti. $5 (students, $4). riversidearts.org/event/riverside-swings.
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