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November 14, 2022
“D & D Adventures”: Sylvan Factory.
Every Mon., Thurs., & Fri. (except Nov. 24). All age 16+ invited to play Dungeons and Dragons role-playing games. 6–8 p.m. (Thurs.), 6–10 p.m. (Fri.), & 5–8 p.m. (Mon.), Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $10. Preregistration recommended. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
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“Playgroups for Babies”: Ann Arbor District Library.
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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Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week: Washtenaw Housing Alliance.
Nov. 13–19. A week of events to bring attention to hunger and homelessness. Highlights: The “State of Homelessness & Affordable Housing Symposium” (Nov. 15, 8:30–10:30 a.m., Morris Lawrence Building, WCC) includes a speech by CNN contributor Abdul El-Syed, author of Healing Politics: A Doctor’s Journey in the Heart of Our Political Epidemic. Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase fundraiser (see 17 Thursday listing) presents a set by Detroit comedian Andy Beningo. The week culminates with a Hustle for Housing March (Nov. 19, 10 a.m.–noon, starting at Liberty Plaza). Various times and places. 662–2829. annarborshelter.org/homelessness-and-affordable-housing.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory.
Every Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., & Mon. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. MTG Pauper, a fun and fast format for all skill levels (Tues. 6–9 p.m.), $5. Casual Commander, the most popular form of the game (Wed. 5–8 p.m.), free. Friday Night Magic rotating draft (Fri. 6–10 p.m.), cost varies. Intro to Magic: The Gathering (Sat. noon–3 p.m.), free. Commander Pods, casual groups of 4 players (Sat. 6–10 p.m.), free. Just Another Modern Monday power cards (Mon. 6–9 p.m.), $10. Prizes paid in store credit. Various times. Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
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Preschool Storytimes: Ann Arbor District Library.
Every Mon.–Fri. (except Nov. 7 & 24). 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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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
Daily. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Sea Monsters (11:30 a.m.) follows a curious dolichorhynchops (an extinct species of marine reptile) as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history, meeting long-necked plesiosaurs, giant turtles and fish, sharks, and the most dangerous sea monster of all, the mosasaur. 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. Mars: One Thousand One (1:30 p.m.) tells the story of what humans might face with the first manned journey to Mars. Various times, MNH, 1105 North University. $8. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
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Rise & Shine Exercise: Pittsfield Township Community Center.
Rise & Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 9-9:45 a.m.). Pittsfield Township Community Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 822-2120, recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov). Free. Check meeting status before coming.
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Creative Writers: Pittsfield Township Community Center.
Creative Writers (Mon. 10-11:30 a.m.). Pittsfield Township Community Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 822-2120, recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov). Free. Check meeting status before coming.
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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. No meetings Nov. 24 & 25.
Today:
Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri., noon–12:30 p.m.) via Zoom.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Drop-in $3, members $2. Ann Arbor Senior Center (1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Free. Check meeting status before coming.
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Walking Group: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Events are either in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd., or via Zoom. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 998–9353. No meetings Nov. 24 & 25.
Today:
Walking Group (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.) via Zoom.
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Euchre: 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. No meetings Nov. 24 & 25.
Today:
Euchre (Mon. 1–3 p.m.) in person.
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“Civilian Casualties and U.S. Counterterrorism Operations: Media-Driven Policy Changes”: U-M Ford School Weiser Diplomacy Center.
New York Times reporters Eric Schmitt and Dave Philipps discuss the impact of their reporting on U.S. military operations with former National Security Council director Javed Ali, a U-M School of Public Policy professor. 4–5:30 p.m., 1110 Weill Hall, Betty Ford Classroom, 735 S. State St. Free. Preregistration required at bit.ly/11-14-22-weiser-civilian. awiseley@umich.edu, 647–3429.
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“Looking into Elizabeth Bishop: Poetry and Philosophical Reasoning”: U-M English Department.
Talk by University of West Virginia English professor Johanna Winant. 4–5:30 p.m., 3222 Angell Hall. Free. 764-6330.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice.
Every Mon.–Thurs. through Nov. 17. 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.
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“Exploring the Mind | The Origins of Language: From Picking Fleas to Shooting the Breeze”: Ann Arbor District Library/U-M Psychology Department.
Talk by U-M psychology professor Thore Bergman. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown Multipurpose Room. Free. 327–4200.
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“TriviaTime! with Katie and Abbie: Studio Ghibli”: Ann Arbor District Library.
Adults and kids ages 10 & up invited to answer trivia questions about films from this popular Japanese anime studio. Prizes. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. 327–4200.
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“A Thousand May Fall: An Immigrant Regiment's Civil War”: Ann Arbor Civil War Round Table.
Online talk by Sam Houston State University history professor Brian Jordan. 7 p.m., for URL email jfepperson@gmail.com or tomnanzig@gmail.com. Free. aacwrt.org.
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“Singer Distance”: Literati Bookstore At Home with Literati.
California-based short story writer Ethan Chatagnier joins fellow fiction writers Aimee Pokwatka & Stephanie Feldman to discuss his debut novel, set in 1960, about a group of MIT grad students attempting to solve a mathematical riddle set by a mysterious Martian civilization. 7 p.m., for URL see literatibookstore.com/event/2022-11. Free. 585–5567.
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Hot Club Wednesday: The Intertia Collective: North Star Lounge
A UM School of Music ensemble plays their own arrangements of jazz standards. Feat. Rowan Tucker-Meyer on Piano, Aidyn Connor on Bass, Ethan Moleski on Tenor Saxophone, Tommy Hodgman on Trombone, and Stephen Odura on Drums.
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Michigan Youth Symphony Orchestra & Symphonic Band: U-M Music School.
Jayce Ogren directs high school students from around the state in contemporary Mexican composer Arturo Márquez’ sultry and exuberant Danzon No. 2, Berber’s “Medea's Dance of Vengeance”, Sibelius’ rousing symphonic tone poem Finlandia, and more. Preceded at 6 p.m. by a brief performance by the Michigan Youth Percussion Ensemble. 7 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. 764 0583.
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Large Ensemble Meeting: Ann Arbor Recorder Society.
All beginning and advanced players of the recorder and other early instruments invited to play mostly Renaissance music, directed by viol teacher and early music specialist Janet Cannon. Bring your own music stand, and also bring your own music from 2019 if you have it; if not, cost for music is $7. 7:30-9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church basement music room (enter by the back door), 1501 W. Liberty. Mask (when not playing) and proof of latest Covid booster required. Free to visitors ($35 yearly dues for those who join). For more info, contact kgilson@earthlink.net 412-9131 or sindikeesan@fastmail.fm (914) 236-6123 (voice only). a2recordersociety.org.
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Scandinavian Music Jam.
Nov. 14 & 28. Bruce Sagan and Brad Battey lead an acoustic jam session devoted to traditional music from Sweden and Norway. All instruments welcome, no experience necessary. 7:30–9:30 p.m., in person or virtual TBA. For information, email bsagan@msu.edu. Free. (908) 721–2599.
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Tartan & Thistle Scottish Country Dancers.
Every Mon. Jigs, reels, and strathspeys. Usually with live music by Susie Lorand, Josh Burdick, and friends. All dances taught; beginners welcome. 7:30–9:30 p.m., call 274–0773 for location. Mask and proof of vaccination required. $5.
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Small Jazz Ensembles: U-M Music School.
Nov. 13 & 14. Performances by music students in various ensemble combinations. 7 p.m. (Sun.) & 8 p.m. (Mon.), U-M Moore Bldg. Hankinson Rehearsal Hall, 1100 Baits. Free. 615–3204.
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