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August 23, 2022

U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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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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Annual Chelsea Community Fair: Chelsea Fairgrounds.
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Annual Chelsea Community Fair: Chelsea Fairgrounds.
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Aug. 21–27. Fair rides and concessions (Wed. & Thurs. 3–10 p.m., Fri. noon.–10 p.m., Sat. 1–10 p.m.), a bingo tent, livestock shows, truck and tractor pulls, demolition derbies (Tues. & Wed. 7:30 p.m.), Lost Nations Rodeo (Thurs. 7:30 p.m.), a fair queen contest, exhibits of baking, canning, floriculture, arts and hobbies, and “Nature’s Creation of Life,” an exhibit of calves, piglets, lambs, and chicks, some likely to be born during the fair. The fair opens on Sunday with a youth horse show, but officially kicks off with a Children’s Parade (Tues. 5:30 p.m.) for ages 3—12 on decorated bikes & wagons or on foot from the municipal lot behind Common Grill to the fairgrounds, and ends with the Chelsea Fair Parade (Sat. 1 p.m.). Complete schedule available at chelseafair.org. 10 a.m.—10 p.m., Chelsea Fairgrounds, Old US-12 at Old Manchester Rd., Chelsea. $10 daily admission; $30 5-day pass (middle and high school students & seniors 65 & older, $20; kids age 10 & under, free). Free admission for seniors age 65 & over on Thurs. before 5 p.m., for active or inactive U.S. service members with I.D. on Fri., and for families on Fri. from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $5 day pass for women on Fri. before 11 a.m. 475–1270 chelseafair@gmail.com, chelseafair.org. 

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Online Meditation Drop-In: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Online Meditation Drop-In (Tues. 10–11:30 a.m.) via Zoom. U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.  Free. Events are either in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd., or via Zoom. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 9989353. 

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“Playgroups for Babies”: Ann Arbor District Library.
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“Playgroups for Babies”: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Every Mon.–Wed. 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). Free. 327–4200.

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Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
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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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Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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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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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
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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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Kids Crafts: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Kids Crafts: Ann Arbor District Library.
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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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MiSBF Sustainable Business Campfire (Ann Arbor Area)
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MiSBF Sustainable Business Campfire (Ann Arbor Area): West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum
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Join Michigan Sustainable Business Forum for an end-of-summer celebration for sustainability practitioners and stakeholders in Southeast Michigan to network with their peers and learn about the forum, key investments to advance sustainability in the state, and emerging partnership opportunities.

The Sustainable Business Campfire will feature networking, yard games, Brewery Vivant craft beer, refreshments, grill food and marshmallows, and a short program on decarbonization and circularity.

Our fireside chat in the lodge will feature Shawn Patterson, vice president of environmental management and safety for DTE, and Vickie Lewis, founder and CEO of VMX International LLC, a Crain’s Notable Leader in Sustainability that is working to create local infrastructure for electric vehicle battery recycling. The two will discuss how their companies are supporting climate solutions and working to create a circular economy in the Great Lakes.

We will be gathering at Camp Woodbury to take in the beautiful views of Nordman Lake and the historic lodge. The event is free with registration.

Doors open for networking and entertainment at 4:00. Remarks in the lodge at 5:30. Rain or shine.
Venue sponsored by Regroup.

Program sponsored by Schupan and Foresight Management.

1991 N Steinbach Rd, ,Dexter. RSVP https://misbf.org/blog/misbf_events/southeast-michigan-sustainable-business-campfire/ Free. cveldman@wmsbf.org https://misbf.org/blog/misbf_events/southeast-michigan-sustainable-business-campfire/ 616.581.5876.

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My Hero Academia League: Sylvan Factory.
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My Hero Academia League: Sylvan Factory.
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Every Tues. All invited to play this role-playing game based on the popular Japanese manga in open play. 5–8 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.

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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 Tues. & Sat. 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. 769–5016 (Tues.) & 929–9022 (Sat.).

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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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Battletech: Classic: Sylvan Factory.
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Battletech: Classic: Sylvan Factory.
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Every Tues. & Thurs. All invited to play this fast-paced tabletop miniatures war game. No experience or materials needed. 6–9 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.

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“Tour de Dirt Tuesday Dirt Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
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“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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“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.
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“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.
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Bluegrass Jam Circle: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
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Aug. 9 & 23. 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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English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
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English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
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Every Tues. (except Aug. 30). Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught; no partner or experience needed. Bring flat, clean-soled, nonslip shoes (running shoes OK) and your own water bottle. First-timers are asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7 p.m., Chapel Hill Condominium clubhouse, 3350 Green Rd. Mask, proof of vaccination, and release of liability required. Suggested donation $8 (students, $4; kids ages 13 & under with caregiver, free). 665-7704.

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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
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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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Jordan Anderson Trio
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Jordan Anderson Trio: Blue LLama Jazz Club
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An up and coming pianist and composer based in Minneapolis, Jordan Anderson’s musical approach focuses on combining modern and traditional storytelling techniques through the vehicle of straight-ahead jazz. He is a recent graduate of the University of Michigan’s jazz studies program and has performed with artists, such as Charles McPherson, Charlie Gabriel, Shannon Powell, and Robert Hurst.

314 S. Main St ,Ann Arbor. Pre-Pay Cover at opentable.com $10. hello@bluellamaclub.com bluellamaclub.com 734-372-3200.

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Voices in Harmony.
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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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“O Brother, Where Art Thou?”: Michigan Theater.
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“O Brother, Where Art Thou?”: Michigan Theater.
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(Joel Coen, 2000). Dramatic comedy loosely based on Homer’s Odyssey set in the American South of the 1930s. With a fabulous and hugely influential old-time music score. George Clooney, John Turturro, Holly Hunter. 

1:30 p.m. (Sun.) & 7:30 p.m. (Tues.). Michigan Theater. 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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German Conversation.
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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.). Various times, 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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