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October 11, 2022
“Playgroups for Babies”: Ann Arbor District Library.
62nd Annual Organ Conference.
Oct. 9–11 (various locations). Today: Cleveland-based carillonist Keiran Cantilina (1:30 p.m.) and U-M carillion students (7 p.m.) play the bells at Burton Tower. The conference concludes with a performance by U-M organ professor Nicole Keller (8 p.m, Hill Auditorium) of works by Scheidt, Sowerby, Franck, and Price. Various times & locations. Free. 615–3204.
a2Tech360.
Oct. 7–14. Week-long tech festival. Highlights: “Green Fair” (Oct. 7, 6–9 p.m., Downtown Main St. and Library Lot) showcasing eco-conscious local businesses and nonprofits. “Tech Talk” (Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Michigan Theater), a series of TED Talk-style presentations. “A2 Tech Trek and Mobility Row” (Oct. 14, 1–5 p.m., Washington between Fifth Ave. & S. Division, preregistration required at a2tech360.com/events/a2-tech-trek-2022), a showcase of mobility innovations ranging from self-driving shuttles to robotics. Various times & locations. Free. a2tech360.com.
Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
Daily. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Expedition Reef (11:30 a.m.) reveals the secrets of coral reefs, the “rainforests of the sea” that are the Earth’s most vibrant and endangered marine ecosystems. The Sky Tonight (12:30 & 2:30 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 (1:30 p.m.) immerses viewers in the wonders of Mayan science, examining how Mayan 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, MNH, 1105 North University. $8. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
“Sunrise Nature Hike”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
Naturalist Elle Bogle leads a nature walk to explore the dazzling changes of autumn, including migrating birds and the winter preparations of woodland animals. Binoculars recommended. 8:30–10 a.m., Baker Woods Preserve, 11914 Trinkle Rd., Dexter. Free. Preregistration required by emailing boglee@washtenaw.org, 971–6337.
“From Community Activist to the Federal Bench: My Path to Becoming a Federal Judge”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Distinguished Lecture Series.
Talk by U.S. district court judge Judith E. Levy. Second in a series of 5 monthly lectures. 10–11:30 a.m., WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg. Towsley Auditorium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Preregistration required at olli-umich.org. $85 (members, $60) for the 5-lecture series. $10 per lecture for members. Membership, $25 a year. 998–9351.
“Sensation Stations”: Ann Arbor District Library.
“The Architecture of Health”: U-M Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning Charles Correa International Lecture.
Noon Lecture Series: U-M Center for Chinese Studies.
Every Tues., except Oct. 18. Talks by U-M and visiting scholars. Sandwiches, cookies, & coffee served. Oct. 4: SUNY-New Paltz Chinese philosophy professor David Elstein on “How (And Why) Confucians Turned Into Kantians.” Oct. 11: University of Pennsylvania communications & sociology professor Guobin Yang on “On the Wuhan Lockdown, or How to Reassemble a Global Pandemic.” Oct. 25: Indiana University religious studies professor Aaron Stalnaker on “Moral Theory and Early Confucianism: Toward a Unified Account.” Noon–1 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Note new location. Free. 764–6308.
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 12:45 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.
Euchre: Pittsfield Township Community Center
“Reading Blessings on the Prophet: Manuscripts of Dalāʼil al-khayrāt”: U-M Library Special Collections After Hours.
U-M Library Special Collections curator Evyn Kropf leads a tour of the museum’s Islamic Manuscripts Collection with a focus on this influential Arabic devotional compendium written by the 15th-century Moroccan Sufi mystic, Imam al-Jazuli. Kropf is joined virtually by Museum of Fine Arts (Boston) Islamic art curator Nadirah Mansour. 4–5 p.m., U-M Hatcher Grad Library 6th Floor, enter from the Diag. Free. 936–2311.
Michigan Marching Band Practice.
Every Mon.–Thurs. The U-M’s highly disciplined 200-plus-member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on Elbel Field. All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., Elbel Field, Hill at Division. Free. 764–0582.
“Aguirre, the Wrath of God”: State Theatre.
(Werner Herzog, 1972). Searing depiction of the madness and folly of a search down the Amazon River for the mythic city of El Dorado by a group of Spanish conquistadors. The shooting of the film itself was equally insane. Klaus Kinski. 5 p.m. State Theatre. 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.
“Sewing Lab”: Ann Arbor District Library.
Oct. 11 & 24. All invited to get basic sewing help with their unfinished projects or learn how to use the AADL sewing machines. Bring your own sewing machine, if you wish. No experience necessary. Also, sewing instructor Rae Hoekstra demonstrates shirring with elastic thread (Oct. 11) and local crafter Amber Adams-Fall shows clipping corners & curves (Oct. 24). 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. 327–4200.
“The Water Cycle”: UMMA Subject Matters Event.
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet.
BattleTech: Classic: Sylvan Factory.
BattleTech: Classic: Sylvan Factory.
“Tour de Dirt Tuesday Dirt Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
Bluegrass Jam Circle: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Oct. 11 & 25. All musicians invited to bring their acoustic instruments to play bluegrass-style music. Vocalists welcome. 7–9 p.m. (or 6–8 outdoors if the weather is nice), Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. Mask required except when singing your tune. $5. Depending on the weather, time and venue may change, so please check updates at a2blugrass.com.
Ear Candy Piano Karaoke: Blue LLama Jazz Club
EAR CANDY is back! Piano Karaoke at Blue LLama Jazz Club featuring: Jesse Morgan on piano and host Shelly Smith. Ear Candy Piano Karaoke releases endorphins and oxytocin, decreasing stress and promoting social bonds.
314 S. Main St ,Ann Arbor. Pre-Pay Cover at opentable.com $10. hello@bluellamaclub.com bluellamaclub.com 734-372-3200.English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught; no partner or experience needed. Bring flat, clean-soled, nonslip shoes (running shoes okay) and your own water bottle. First-timers are asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr. Mask. Proof of vaccination, and release of liability required. Suggested donation $8 (students, $4; kids ages 13 & under with caregiver, free). aactmad.org/english-country, 665–7704.
Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
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.
Kathy Fagan, Raena Shirali, & Martha Collins: Literati Bookstore At Home with Literati.
These 3 poets read from and discuss their recent collections. Fagan’s Bad Hobby offers a tender, lyrical examination of loss. Collins’ Because What Else Could I Do is a sequence of 55 untitled short poems, almost all of them addressed to her husband following his sudden death. Shirali’s Summonings explores culture, justice, and multi-national identity. 7 p.m., for URL see literatibookstore.com/event/2022-10. Free. 585–5567.
LGBTQ Night with DJ Myint: North Star Lounge
In her own words: “I started my DJ career from humble beginnings, spinning house parties and small clubs around Ann Arbor in 2014; my first live gig was at the Blind Pig, Ann Arbor’s coveted rock and roll venue. After quickly becoming a household name among local restaurateurs and club owners, I began several residencies at places such as Frita Batidos, a favorite Cuban hotspot among locals, and Aut Bar, Ann Arbor’s only gay nightclub.”
301 N. Fifth Ave ,Ann Arbor. northstarloungea2@gmail.com nstarlounge.comPub Sing: Ann Arbor Morris.
Voices in Harmony.
Every Tues. Female singers invited to join the weekly virtual rehearsals of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–8:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile Rd., Ypsilanti. Mask policy follows CDC guidelines; proof of vaccination required. Free to visitors ($26 monthly dues for those who join). info@voicesinharmonychorus.org, 765–3611.
“Life’s Edge: The Search for What It Means to Be Alive”: Huron Valley Sierra Club Book Club.
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. Preregistration for Thurs. A2 Stammtisch requested at heerdeolind@yahoo.com. 812–6375 (Tues.).
Regina Spektor: Live Nation.
Oct. 11 & 12. Sold out. Russian-born, Bronx-bred antifolk singer-songwriter, a critical darling with a devoted cult following known for quirkily personal, cannily literate story songs which she sings in an arresting vocal style that’s at once intimate and histrionic, accompanying herself on guitar or piano. 8 p.m., Michigan Theater. Mask and proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within 72 hours) required. Tickets $116 and up on reseller sites. 662–0600.
