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August 4, 2022
“Fragile": State Theater
Aug. 4: “Fragile” (Pedro Henrique, 2022). Experimental fiction film about a group of young friends navigating modern life. Portuguese, subtitles. Screened at the Ann Arbor Film Festival in March. FREE for AAFF and Michigan Theater Gold Card members.
7 p.m. State Theater. 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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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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Nurture in Reverse- a drawing installation by Emily Considine: Creal Microgallery
Creal Microgallery presents "Nurture in Reverse," an installation of drawings by New York-based artist Emily Considine. These pieces draw inspiration from subway car advertisements hawking wellness and self-improvement products, with promises of magical cures and brighter futures.
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Mah-jongg: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon) in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd. 998–9353.
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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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“Sonic Lunch”: Bank of Ann Arbor.
Every Thurs. (except July 21), June 2–Aug. 25. Musical entertainment by local and area performers. Today: Laith Al-Saadi. Popular local blues & blues-rock singer-guitarist who rocketed to national prominence in 2016 with a 4th-place finish on NBC’s The Voice. Opener: Remnose, a Ferndale-based indie rock quartet, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Liberty Plaza, E. Liberty at South Division. Free. soniclunch.com, 662–1600.
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25th Annual Milan Bluegrass Festival.
See 2 Tuesday. Today: Headliners are the Xenia (OH) traditional bluegrass & gospel quintet Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers (2 & 8 p.m.) and one of the hottest bluegrass bands around, Lonesome River Band (3 & 9 p.m.), an outfit known for its great harmony singing, lickety-split solos, and white-hot ensemble playing. Also, New Franklin (OH) traditional bluegrass band Larry Efaw and The Bluegrass Mountaineers (11 a.m. & 5 p.m.), the Georgia bluegrass, country, and Americana band Little Roy & Lizzy Show (noon & 6 p.m.), and mandolin virtuoso Alan Bibey’s hot bluegrass band Alan Bibey & Grasstowne (1 & 7 p.m.). Noon-11 p.m., KC Campground, 14048 Sherman Rd., Milan. Daily passes $40 in advance, $45 at the gate ($35 after 5 p.m., $25 on Tues.). 3-day (Thurs., Fri., & Sat.) pass, $90 in advance; $105 at the gate. Festival pass $120 in advance by July 20, $140 at the gate. Advance tickets available by calling 439-1076. milanbluegrassfestival.com.
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A Course in Miracles Study Group: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
A study of A Course in Miracles via Zoom. Free, but donations appreciated.
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ACBL-sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Thursdays noon–3:30 p.m. $9; members, $8. Ann Arbor Senior Center (1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Check meeting status before coming.
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Open Board Gaming: Sylvan Factory.
Every Thurs. & Sun. All invited to play new and old board games. Noon—4 p.m. (Thurs.) & noon—6 p.m. (Sun.), Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929—5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.
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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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Wise Guys: Conversations for Men: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 1–2:30 p.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. 998–9353.
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“Paint By Sticker”: Ann Arbor District Library.
AADL staffers help adults and kids ages 5 and up create images using stickers. 2–3 p.m., AADL Pittsfield Branch. 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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“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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“Pets for P.A.L.S.”: Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels.
Pet-friendly socializing with participatory crafting, pet photo ops, pet pools, a silent auction, and a food truck to raise money for Pets Assisting the Lives of Seniors (P.A.L.S.). 4–7:30 p.m., YMOW, 1110 W. Cross St., Ypsilanti. $10 suggested donation. ymow.org.
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“KnightFest”: The Ray & Mary Knight Foundation.
Cocktails, dinner, and, under the outdoor tent, dessert & dancing to music from the Brian Alexander Band, a show band with a horn section and male and female vocalists and a varied repertoire that includes pop, Latin, hip-hop, R&B, country, and soft rock. Fundraiser for Garrett’s Space, a nonprofit that serves young adults facing mental illness. Cocktail attire required. 5–11 p.m., Knight’s Steakhouse, 2324 Dexter Ave. $350-$1,250 donation. bit.ly/knightfest2022, monica@knightsrestaurants.com, 665–8644.
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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active.
Every Thurs. All invited to drop in with broken electronics, furniture, toys, and any other odd item for AHA members to try to repair and offer advice. Repairs not guaranteed. Livestream also available at MeetUp.com/AllHandsActive/events. 6–8 p.m., All Hands Active, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Free; donations welcome. Mask required. info@AllHandsActive.org.
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“Who Cares About Data Literacy?”: Ann Arbor District Library.
AADL staffers use data from a past Summer Game to demonstrate how to use and misuse data sets, extract information, and visualize findings. All basic statistical concepts explained and no coding is required. 6 p.m., AADL Downtown, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327–4200.
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A Night for the Books 2022: Chelsea State Bank, Lake Trust Credit Union, Zingerman's, Brown & Brown Insurance, Kaufman Insurance, Vintage Financial, True Community Credit Union, Old National Bank, Bank of Ann Arbor
This annual fundraising event directly supports Children's Literacy Network's innovative literacy programs that we deliver to children and families throughout Southeast Michigan. This year, our event will feature delicious food from Skosh Catering, a silent auction and mystery wine pull, a specialty tasting and cocktails from River Raisin Distillery, and local authors and illustrators. There will be other fun mystery-themed activities during the event. Our even location is The Valley @ Frutig Farm: 7650 Scio Church Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Don't miss your chance to attend this memorable evening!
7650 Scio Church Rd. ,Ann Arbor. https://www.eleoonline.net/Pages/WebForms/Mobile/ShowFormMobile.aspx?id=893e3146-367a-41f2-846a-74a153ca7bb0&linkto=640 $80-Individual, $150-Couple, $40-Educator/Librarian. derra@childrensliteracynetwork.org https://www.childrensliteracynetwork.org/ 5176109389.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Battletech: Classic: Sylvan Factory.
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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“Ann Arbor Solar Stories”: City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations/Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association.
Ann Arborites share (via Zoom) their experience using solar energy. Q&A. 7–8 p.m., for URL preregister at bit.ly/a2energy. Free. jroth@a2gov.org.
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“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”: Father Gabriel Richard High School Dramalums.
Aug. 4–7. Elizabeth Champion directs Gabriel Richard students and recent grads in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s popular 1973 rock musical based on the biblical story of Joseph. The favorite son of the prophet Jacob, Joseph was sold into slavery by his envious brothers but rose to become one of the Pharaoh’s key insiders. Though it never achieved the success of the team’s earlier Jesus Christ Superstar, it’s an appealing and good-natured musical with lots of catchy melodies and innocently irreverent lyrics. 7 p.m. (Thurs.-Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Whitmore Lake High School, 7430 Whitmore Lake Rd., Whitmore Lake. Tickets $15 (students & seniors, $7) in advance at FGRHS.org/drama and at the door. echampion@fgrhs.org.
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“Salty Summer Sounds Live Music Series”: Saline Main Street.
Every Thurs. night, June 16–Aug. 18. Downtown concerts by area bands. Kids activities. Outdoor seating and dining. Dancing. Tonight: Techno music by Detroit-based Bileebob. 7–9 p.m., downtown Saline, 101 S. Ann Arbor St., Saline. Free. More information at bit.ly/saltysummer2022, 717–7406.
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Alison Albrecht: Argus Farm Stop Packard.
Music by this Detroit pop-oriented country-folk singer-songwriter. 7–9 p.m., Argus Farm Stop, 1200 Packard. Free; food & drink for sale. 997–5448.
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Thursday Night Music Series: A2 Summer Streets (Main Street Area Association).
Every Thurs., June 2–Aug. 25. Local musicians perform throughout the Main St. area. Alcoholic beverages may be carried in designated containers within district boundaries. Portable food available from local restaurants. Rain cancels. Tonight: Marco Bruschtein (Main St. & William St. stage), a local guitarist specializing in intricate melodies and surf guitar. Also, techno composer and former keyboardist for the local jam band The Macpodz Jesse Clayton (Washington St. & Main St. stage), the renowned touring student fiddle ensemble Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic (Bløm Meadworks, 100 S. Fourth Ave.), and rootsy country-pop band Paul’s Big Radio (Main St. & Liberty St. stage), led by local singer-songwriter Paul Lippens. 7–9 p.m., Main St. area, Free. mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets.
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Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub.
Every Thurs. Local high school English teacher Barry Aherne throws out questions for anyone to answer at this popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team (up to 6 people). Prizes. 7:30 p.m. or so, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. 665–2968.
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Summer Gazebo Concerts: Village of Manchester.
Every Thur. (except June 16 & July 21), June 9–Aug. 4. Area musicians perform a series of outdoor concerts in the downtown gazebo. Bring picnics, chairs, and blankets. Tonight: the local folk singer-songwriter duo of fiddler-vocalist Emily Slomovits and singer-guitarist Billy King. 7:30 p.m., Manchester gazebo, Wurster Park (Main St. just west of M-52), Manchester. Rain location: Emanuel Church hall, 324 W. Main St. Free; donations appreciated. 428–0159.
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“Easter Sunday”: Fathom Events.
Fathom Events. Special screenings in local theaters with reduced capacity. For updated schedule, see FathomEvents.com/events. $12.50 (unless otherwise noted) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, 973–8424), Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline, 316–5500).
Aug. 4: “Easter Sunday” (Jay Chandrasekhar, 2022). Comedy about a man returning home for an Easter celebration with his riotous, bickering, Filipino-American family. Features a live broadcast introduction by star Jo Koy. 8 p.m. $15.
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“Easter Sunday”: Fathom Events.
Fathom Events. Special screenings in local theaters with reduced capacity. For updated schedule, see FathomEvents.com/events. $12.50 (unless otherwise noted) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, 973–8424), Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline, 316–5500).
Aug. 4: “Easter Sunday” (Jay Chandrasekhar, 2022). Comedy about a man returning home for an Easter celebration with his riotous, bickering, Filipino-American family. Features a live broadcast introduction by star Jo Koy. 8 p.m. $15.
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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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“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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German Conversation.
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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