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March 27, 2023

Arti Gras 2023
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Arti Gras 2023: Salt Valley Arts
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Salt Valley Arts' Inspiration Framed Silent Auction Fundraiser
1 p.m. preview the 30 plus original artworks inspired by original photography.
1:30 staggered bidding begins.
Bring a friend and join the Arti Gras fun at our annual party for the arts. Enjoy delicious refreshments and the company of Salt Valley Arts Members and friends.

Evangelical Homes of Michigan Professional Building Entrance A, 400 Russell St. ,Saline. Free. info@SaltValleyArts.org https://www.SaltValleyArts.org 734 6785619.

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Easter Bunny: Briarwood Mall.
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Easter Bunny: Briarwood Mall.
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Mar. 17–Apr. 8 (times TBA): A chance to take photos (prices TBA) with the Easter Bunny. For up-to-date hours and to reserve an appointment see shopbriarwood.com. Free admission. 769–9610.

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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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Mar. 27–31 (AAPS & YCS spring break). Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? (11:30 a.m.) looks at cosmic collisions across the solar system including the 6-mile-wide asteroid that hit the earth 66 million years ago. 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. Living in Balance (1:30 p.m.) explores native Anishinaabe stories of constellations and moons. Various times, MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478. 

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Open Cards and Games: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
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Open Cards and Games: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
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Every Mon, Jan. 9- Mar. 31. Free (except as noted) in person weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming. 9-11 a.m., Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd.. Free. recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.

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Rise and Shine Exercise: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
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Rise and Shine Exercise: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
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Every Mon & Fri., Jan. 9- Mar. 31. Free (except as noted) in person weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming. 9-10 a.m., Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd. Free. recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.

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Weekly Rehearsal: Women’s Chamber Chorus.
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Weekly Rehearsal: Women’s Chamber Chorus.
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Every Mon., Jan. 23–Apr. 24. All invited to join this independent 30-member local women’s chorus to sing an eclectic program including classical, folk, Broadway, pop, and jazz. Ben Gaughran directs; Joshua Marzan accompanies. Concert on Apr. 28. 10–11:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1432 Washtenaw. Free to visitors ($125 per semester for those who join). womenschamberchorus.com, 665–9271.

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“Family Bird Walk”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission/Saline District Library.
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“Family Bird Walk”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission/Saline District Library.
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WCPARC naturalist Kelsey Dehring shows beginning birders how to use binoculars and field guides and helps them start identifying birds on this short walk. Binoculars available to use, but bring them if you have them. 10:30–11:30 a.m., Saline Library, 555 N. Maple Rd., Saline. Free. Preregistration required at salinelibrary.org/events.

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“Larry Cat in Space”: U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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Mar. 27–31 (10:30 a.m.): All kids ages 3–8 invited to watch a cartoon presentation about an inquisitive cat who takes a trip to the Moon. U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Tickets $8 at the door. Limited capacity. Masks required. 764–0478. 

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“Playgroups for Babies”: AADL.
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“Playgroups for Babies”: AADL.
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Every Mon.–Wed.: For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m.–noon), Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.). 

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Preschool Storytimes: AADL.
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL.
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Every Mon.–Fri.: Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 25 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m.), Downtown & Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Wed. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood & Pittsfield (Thurs. 11 a.m.), Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m. & Mar. 28, 7 p.m.).

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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History.
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Every Tues.–Sun. & Mar. 2731. 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., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.

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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 Mar. 19) and Mar. 27–31. 30-minute tour of the museum’s exhibits and galleries, as well as an introduction to some current U-M Biological Sciences research projects. 1 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.) & noon (Mar. 27–31), U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. 764–0478.

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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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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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Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon-12:30 p.m.) via Zoom.

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Duplicate Non-sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
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Duplicate Non-sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
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Mondays 12:30–3:30 p.m. $3; members, $2. Ann Arbor Senior Center (1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Free (except as noted) weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming.

 

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Walking Group: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Walking Group: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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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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Walking Group (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.) via Zoom.

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“Spy Academy!”: AADL Westgate.
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“Spy Academy!”: AADL Westgate.
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Mar. 27 (1–2 p.m.): A chance for kids ages 5–10 to learn spycraft techniques including code writing, disguises, and how to conceal secret documents.

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Euchre: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Euchre: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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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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Euchre (Mon. 1–3 p.m.) in person.

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Bridge: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
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Bridge: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
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Every Mon, Jan. 9- Mar. 31. Free (except as noted) in person weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming. 1:30 p.m., Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd.. Free. recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.

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“Paint by Sticker”: Ann Arbor District Library.
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“Paint by Sticker”: Ann Arbor District Library.
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A chance for adults and kids age 5 & up to make images using stickers. 2–3 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. 327–4200.

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“Spring Cabaret”: Northside Community Church.
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“Spring Cabaret”: Northside Community Church.
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U-M School of Music undergrad voice performance students present a program of opera, musical theater, jazz and more, accompanied by NCC music director Kathryn Goodson. 3–4 p.m., Northside Community Church, 929 Barton Dr. Free. ncca2.org/events, 576–2355.

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Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club.
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Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club.
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Every Mon. All invited to play the classic word game, using the 6th-edition Scrabble dictionary. Bring your own set, if you like. 4–8 p.m., Arbor Brewing Company Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti. Free. burrbarr7@hotmail.com.

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Annual Wet Meadow Burn: Buhr Park Children’s Wet Meadow.
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Annual Wet Meadow Burn: Buhr Park Children’s Wet Meadow.
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Annual prescribed burn of the wet meadows. “It’s quite a sight—my daughter has gone to prescribed burns since age 2 and loves them,” says one parent. Also, collect native seeds pre-burn and scatter seeds post-burn, if you wish. In case of rain or high humidity, the burn is postponed for a day TBA later the same week. 4 p.m., Buhr Park, 2751 Packard. Free. wetmeadow.org, 971–5870.

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Sewing Lab: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Sewing Lab: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Mar. 13 & 27. All invited to get basic sewing help with their unfinished projects or learn how to use the AADL sewing machines (or bring your own if you wish). No experience necessary. Also, sewing instructor Rae Hoekstra shows how to do seam finishing (Mar. 13) and crafter Amber Adams-Fall demonstrates stretch ribbing (Mar. 27). 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. 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. 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. 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. Prizes paid in store credit. Various times. Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium.  Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.

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“Vertigo”: Michigan Theater.
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“Vertigo”: Michigan Theater.
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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.

Mar. 11 & 27: (Alfred Hitchcock, 1958). Noir psychological thriller that stars James Stewart as a retired police detective who is afraid of heights and Kim Novak as the woman he becomes obsessed with. Considered by many Hitchcock’s greatest film. 7 p.m. (Mar. 11), 7:30 p.m. (Mar. 27).

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Scandinavian Music Jam.
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Scandinavian Music Jam.
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Mar. 13 & 27. 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 location, email bsagan@msu.edu. Free. (908) 721–2599.

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Tartan & Thistle Scottish Country Dancers.
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Tartan & Thistle Scottish Country Dancers.
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Every Monday. Jigs, reels, and strathspeys. Usually with live music by Susie Lorand, Josh Burdick, & friends. All dances taught; beginners welcome. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Genesis, 2309 Packard. Email tartanandthistlescd@gmail.com to confirm location. Mask and vaccination required. $5. 274–0773.

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Camila Ballario: The Blind Pig.
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Camila Ballario: The Blind Pig.
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Stand-up performance by this Argentine-born, Michigan-based comic voted “Best Comedian in Washtenaw County” in 2020. She often joins her ideas with songs. Age 21 & up only. 8–9:30 p.m., Blind Pig, 208 S. First St. Free. 996–8555.

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