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January 7, 2023

“Hands-On Holidays: All About You!”: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum.
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“Hands-On Holidays: All About You!”: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum.
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Daily Dec. 26Jan. 8 (times TBA). Family-friendly hands-on activities TBA exploring science and nature. With live entertainment each day, including music, storytelling, and theater by performers TBA. Details posted at discoverscienceandnature.org on Dec. 1. AAHOM, 220 E. Ann St. $16/person (members, those with WIC EBT cards, $3/person). 

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Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History.
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Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History.
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Every Sat. & Sun., except Jan. 1. 30-minute tour of the museum exhibits and galleries, including Evolution: Life Through Time and artist Jim Cogswell’s Unseen Worlds installation. Also, an introduction to some current U-M biological sciences research projects. Noon & 2 p.m., MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. 764–0478.

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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. 6 p.m. (Tues.), 123 E. Liberty & 8 a.m. (Sat.), 5700 Jackson Rd. Free. 769–5016 (Tues.) & 929–9022 (Sat.).

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New Year Birding: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
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New Year Birding: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
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WCPARC naturalist Kelsey Dehring leads a morning bird walk along the charming River Raisin. All levels of birders welcome. Bring your own binoculars. 8–10 a.m., Leonard Preserve, dead end of Union St. north off W. Main, Manchester. Free. Preregistration required at dehringk@washtenaw.org (capacity limited to 12).

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parkrun USA.
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Every Sat. All invited to join a timed 5-km run/walk. 9 a.m., Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt Rd. Free, but first-timers are requested to preregister at parkrun.US/lillie. lillie@parkrun.com.

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Monthly Meeting: Washtenaw County Democratic Party/Ann Arbor Democratic Party.
9:30 am - 12:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Monthly Meeting: Washtenaw County Democratic Party/Ann Arbor Democratic Party.
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Huron Valley Area Labor Federation (AFL-CIO) president Ian Robinson speaks (via Zoom) about labor movement priorities for the state’s newly elected legislature, as well as in Washtenaw County. A panel discussion with local union leaders follows. Q&A. 9:30 a.m.–noon. For Zoom link see washtenawdems.org/calendar. Free.

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“Dancing Babies”: AADL Downtown.
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“Dancing Babies”: AADL Downtown.
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Jan. 7 (10:30–11:15 a.m.) & 22 (1–1:45 p.m.): Infants ages 5 & under (accompanied by an adult) invited for a program of music and movement. AADL Downtown, 343 S. Fifth Ave., 327-4200, aadl.org.

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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
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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. Noon12:30 p.m. (Fri. & Wed.) & 10:3011 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofGlobal@aol.com.

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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Natural History Museum.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Natural History Museum.
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Every Tues.–Sun., except Jan. 1. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s Nature Lab and Micro Worlds Lab to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. Schedule subject to change. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.

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Enlightened Soul 2-Day Psychic Fair
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Enlightened Soul 2-Day Psychic Fair: Enlightened Soul Center & Shop
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Join us for TWO DAYS of high vibrations at the Enlightened Soul Center & Shop at our twice-monthly ESC Psychic Fairs. WHAT A GREAT WAY TO EXPLORE A VARIETY of readings, energy healing, & metaphysical shopping at one time, under one roof!

Psychics~Mediums~Tarot~Energy Healers~Crystals~Shopping
PLUS crystals & stones, gemstone jewelry, malas & spiritual items, tools for energy grounding & protection

Sat. Jan. 7, drop in 11:00am-6:00pm
Sun. Jan. 8, drop in 12:00-5:00pm

Admission: $5 Sat./$3 Sun. = FREE gift, FREE snacks, FREE parking
Readings & Energy Work: $2/minute (minimums vary)
Cash, credit/debit, & electronic payments accepted

COME SEE OUR NEW LOCATION! 2711 Carpenter Road, Ann Arbor ~ FREE parking in our lot!

Find more details at: https://www.enlightenedsoulcenter.com/enlightened-soul-psychic-fair

SATURDAY, JANUARY 7:

READERS for Saturday, Jan. 7:
1. Nikki Wisniewski - Intuitive, Card Reader, & Medium
2. Barbara Pott - Clairvoyant & Spiritual Counselor
3. DaVida Ross - Medium, Spiritual Counselor & Card Reader
4. Melody - Clairvoyant Medium, Human Design, and Tarot Readings
5. Kat Similo - Certified Intuitive Tarot Reader & Visionary Spirit Artist

HEALERS for Saturday, Jan. 7:
1. SaRose - ThetaHealing
2. Mary - White Light Healing, Celtic Reiki + More
3. Lori Irvin - Medical Intuitive, Reiki Master, Mystic

VENDORS for Saturday, Jan. 7 + MORE to COME:
1. Katalina Aster - Charged jewelry and handmade spiritual items

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8:

READERS for Sunday, Jan. 8:
1. DaVida Ross - Medium, Spiritual Counselor & Card Reader
2. Kat Similo - Certified Intuitive Tarot Reader & Visionary Spirit Artist
3. Melody - Clairvoyant Medium, Human Design, and Tarot Readings

ENERGY HEALERS for Sunday, Jan. 8:
1. SaRose - ThetaHealing
2. CJ Stobinski - Thai Massage, Reiki with Sound Healing & Crystals
3. Lori Irvin - Medical Intuitive, Reiki Master, Mystic

VENDORS for Sunday, Jan. 8 + MORE to COME:
1. Katalina Aster - Charged jewelry and handmade spiritual items

2711 Carpenter Road ,Ann Arbor 48108. https://www.eventbrite.com/o/enlightened-soul-center-amp-shop-39103581313 (Eventbrite) $5 Sat., $3 Sun.. amy@enlightenedsoulcenter.com https://www.enlightenedsoulcenter.com/enlightened-soul-psychic-fair 734-358-0218.

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“All Peoples Planet Parade 2-Year Celebration”: All Peoples Planet Parade and Action Network.
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“All Peoples Planet Parade 2-Year Celebration”: All Peoples Planet Parade and Action Network.
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Discussion and dance party, along with a family-friendly sidewalk parade to celebrate the Earth. Attendees encouraged to make a sign, wear a costume, or bring a “sidewalk float.” Light lunch provided indoors. Noon–4 p.m., Great Oak Cohousing Common House, 500 Little Lake Dr. Free. Info: Megan Sims at a2planetparade@gmail.com, 417–7020. 

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Art Supply Swap: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Art Supply Swap: Ann Arbor District Library.
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All invited to pick up or drop off gently used art supplies and tools. Unclaimed materials donated to SCRAP Creative Reuse, a local nonprofit that provides art supplies to educational programs. Noon–2 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. 327–4200.

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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory.
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Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. Mon. 6:30–10 p.m.: Power Cards, $10. Tues. 6–9 p.m.: MTG Pauper, a fun and fast format for all skill levels, $5. Wed. 5–8 p.m.: Casual Commander, the most popular form of the game, free. Fri. 6:30–10 p.m.: Magic rotating draft, cost varies. Sat. noon–3 p.m.: Intro to Magic: The Gathering, free. Sat. 6–10 p.m.: Commander Pods, casual groups of 4 players, free. Prizes paid in store credit. Various times. Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. 

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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy.
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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy.
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Every Sat. & Sun., except Jan. 1. Conservancy staffers show off some animals native to South America, including the sloth, macaw, and tegu (2 & 4 p.m.). Also, a zookeeper talk with a red-footed tortoise (3 p.m.) and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals, including a reindeer, a wolf hybrid, and more. 1–5 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $13 (kids ages 2–12, $11; under age 2, free) at the door; $1 discount for advance purchase at thecreatureconservancy.org. 929–9324. 

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U-M Men’s Gymnastics vs. Greenville/Simpson.
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U-M Men’s Gymnastics vs. Greenville/Simpson.
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The U-M men’s gymnastics team, a perennial national power that has won 2 NCAA championships in the past 9 years, opens its season with a match vs. these 2 midwestern Division III colleges. Also this month, a match vs. Ohio State (Jan. 28, 1 p.m.). 1 p.m., Crisler Center. Tickets (price TBA) in advance at mGOblue.com/tickets and (if available) at the gate. 764–0247.

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“Pokémon Hangout”: Sylvan Factory.
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“Pokémon Hangout”: Sylvan Factory.
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Every Sat. All invited to play the smartphone game Pokémon Go. 1:30–3 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.

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“HEXBUG Adventures”: AADL Westgate.
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“HEXBUG Adventures”: AADL Westgate.
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Kids ages 5-10 invited to build miniature robotic HEXBUGs to navigate an interactive obstacle course. 2–3:30 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Rd. 327-4200, aadl.org.

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“Read and Look”: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology.
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“Read and Look”: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology.
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Jan. 7 (2–3 p.m.): Reading of Shari Lewis’s children’s book One Minute Greek Myths, followed by the chance for kids ages 4–7 (accompanied by an adult) to explore the museum’s collection to find items pictured in the book. 2-3 p.m., Kelsey Museum, 434 S. State. Free. 764–9304.

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Letterpress Lab: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Letterpress Lab: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Jan. 3, 7, 17, & 22 (different times). All adults invited to learn the basics of letterpress printing using vintage handset type. The program begins with a safety & equipment orientation. 5:30–7:30 p.m. (Jan. 3 & 17) & 2–4 p.m. (Jan. 7 & 22), AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. 327–4200.

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Open Hours: All Hands Active.
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Open Hours: All Hands Active.
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Every Sat. All invited to drop in to learn about and use tools, or even just share a project you are working on. Livestream available at MeetUp.com/AllHandsActive/events. 2–6 p.m., All Hands Active, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Free; donations welcome. info@AllHandsActive.org.

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Pittsfield Open Band: Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance.
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Pittsfield Open Band: Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance.
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Jan. 7 & 21. Jam sessions open to all interested musicians to work on jigs, reels, and waltzes to have fun, learn tunes, and develop contra dance musician skills. Bring the Ruffwater Fakebook, the Portland Collection, and The Waltz Books if you have them. 3–5 p.m., Pittsfield Union Grange, 3337 Ann ArborSaline Rd. Mask required; check latest Covid policy at aactmad.org. Free. 709–8748.

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U-M Women’s Basketball vs. Iowa.
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U-M Women’s Basketball vs. Iowa.
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4:30 p.m., Crisler Center. Tickets $6 & up at mGOblue.com/tickets. 764–0247.

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“Full Moon Hike: Wolf Moon”: Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation.
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“Full Moon Hike: Wolf Moon”: Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation.
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All invited to take a full moon hike with a township naturalist at the Lillie Park trail loop and listen for the sounds of owls, foxes, and other animals. A roaring fire and hot cocoa follow. Note: park restrooms are closed until spring. 5:30–7 p.m., Pavilion 3, Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt Rd. $15 (Pittsfield residents, $7; nonresidents $12). Preregistration required at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov or 822–2120. 

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"Olivia Van Goor & Reuben Stump Sings Duets"
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"Olivia Van Goor & Reuben Stump Sings Duets": Blue LLama Jazz Club
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OLIVIA VAN GOOR is a Detroit-based jazz vocalist and frequent performer at the Blue LLama. She will be joined by REUBEN STUMP, a U of M jazz alumni and multi-instrumentalist who is usually behind the bass but will be showcasing his voice for a special night of jazz duets inspired by lesser-known duets like Betty Carter/Ray Charles, Lambert Hendricks and Ross, Sarah Vaughan/Billy Eckstein, and others!

314 S. Main St ,Ann Arbor. Pre-Pay Light Fare+Libations or Dinner+Show at opentable.com $35–85. hello@bluellamaclub.com bluellamaclub.com 734-372-3200.

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1st Saturday Contra: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
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1st Saturday Contra: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
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Drake Meadow calls international dances and contras (7 p.m.) to live music by ‘Twas Brillig and the Mazel Toves. All dances taught; no partner needed. Bring clean shoes. Preceded at 6 p.m. by a potluck (bring a dish to pass) and a silent auction fundraiser (bring items to auction). 6–10:30 p.m., Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Pay what you can ($10–$12 suggested). aactmad.org, 2740773. 

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DJ Skate: Arctic Coliseum.
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DJ Skate: Arctic Coliseum.
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Jan. 7 & 21. Skating to Top 40 music. 67:50 p.m., 501 Coliseum Dr. (off Manchester Rd., ½ mile south of the intersection of Old US12 & M-52), Chelsea. $12 (includes skate rental). 4334444, arcticcoliseum.net.

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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory.
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Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. Mon. 6:30–10 p.m.: Power Cards, $10. Tues. 6–9 p.m.: MTG Pauper, a fun and fast format for all skill levels, $5. Wed. 5–8 p.m.: Casual Commander, the most popular form of the game, free. Fri. 6:30–10 p.m.: Magic rotating draft, cost varies. Sat. noon–3 p.m.: Intro to Magic: The Gathering, free. Sat. 6–10 p.m.: Commander Pods, casual groups of 4 players, free. Prizes paid in store credit. Various times. Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. 

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“The Wizard of Oz”: Michigan Theater.
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“The Wizard of Oz”: Michigan Theater.
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Michigan Theater. Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. 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.

Jan. 7 & 9: (Victor Fleming, 1939). Classic musical often ranked as one of the greatest films of all time. An adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s 1900 children’s fantasy novel, the film stars Judy Garland as a resourceful farm girl from Kansas dropped by a tornado into the surreal world of Oz, just trying to get back home. 7:30 p.m.

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“The Wizard of Oz”: Michigan Theater.
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“The Wizard of Oz”: Michigan Theater.
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Michigan Theater. Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. 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.

Jan. 7 & 9: (Victor Fleming, 1939). Classic musical often ranked as one of the greatest films of all time. An adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s 1900 children’s fantasy novel, the film stars Judy Garland as a resourceful farm girl from Kansas dropped by a tornado into the surreal world of Oz, just trying to get back home. 7:30 p.m.

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