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April 9, 2023
Easter Sunday - Refreshments, Photos and Worship Service: Ann Arbor Baptist Church
Jesus is alive! He rose from the dead just as He promised. Enjoy Refreshments and a visit to the photo wall (9:30 am). Then join us for inspiring worship and hear an uplifting, practical message about what the resurrection means for us (10:30 am).
Ann Arbor Baptist Church, 2150 South Wagner Road ,Ann Arbor, MI. Free. mail@aabaptist.com aabaptist.church 734-995-5144.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Easter Egg Hunt”: Stone Chalet
All kids age 1 & over invited to hunt for wooden eggs that they can trade in for a bag of candy and goodies from local shops including The Little Seedling, Unicorn Feed & Supply, and The Rocket. Also, crafts, games, and live bunnies. 10 a.m.–noon, noon–2 p.m., & 2–4 p.m., Stone Chalet, 1917 Washtenaw. $10 per kid; adults, $2 in advance at enchantedinnandevents.com.
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Riverside Ramble: Ypsilanti Bicentennial
Walk led by amateur naturalist and historian Stefan Szumko along the Huron River to discuss the city's rich natural world and its history. Rain or shine. Children must be accompanied by parents. 10 a.m., meet at the pavilion in Waterworks Park, 20 Catherine St., Ypsilanti. Free (donations accepted). No registration required.
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“Ancient Wisdom. Modern Times”: Jewel Heart Tibetan Buddhist Center Sunday Talks
Every Sun. Livestream talks by Jewel Heart resident spiritual advisor Demo Rinpoche, followed by discussion. All invited to attend either online or in person to watch together. Once a month, Demo Rinpoche presents a story from the Jataka Tales (300 BC–400 AD) concerning the previous births of Gautama Buddha in both human and animal form. The Apr. 2 topic is “The Buffalo,” a tale about the effort of patience. 11 a.m., Jewel Heart, 1129 Oak Valley Dr. Also via Zoom; for URL preregister at jewelheart.org/jataka-tales. Free. 994–3387.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Tues.–Sun. 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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“Science Forum Demos”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Sat. & Sun. (except Apr. 15). Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demos for ages 5 & up. “Shedding Light on Magnets” (11 a.m.) explores magnetism, magnetic fields, and what magnets have to do with cell phones. “Life: How Do We Find It?” (3 p.m.) examines the field of astrobiology and how scientists search for life on other planets. 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.
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Audio Birds: The Blue Llama
Detroit-based trio led by guitarist Sean Blackman whose music blends world-music rhythms with jazz, funk, pop, and groove. With bassist James Simonson and drummer Larry Fratangelo. 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., The Blue Llama, 314 S. Main. $65 (includes brunch) in advance at bluellamaclub.com/event/easter-brunch-audio-birds/2023-04-09/ and at the door. 372–3200.
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Easter Brunch: Audio Birds: Blue LLama Jazz Club
The AUDIO BIRDS are a Detroit-based trio lead by Sean Blackman on Guitar, Larry Fratangelo on drums and James Simonson on bass. Their signature sound comes from mixing world rhythms with pop, jazz, funk and groove.
314 S. Main St. ,Ann Arbor. Pre-Pay Brunch and Show at opentable.com $65. hello@bluellamaclub.com bluellamaclub.com 734-372-3200.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
H.A.C. Ultimate
Every Sun. All invited to a relaxed pickup game. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. 11:15 a.m., Fuller Park, just west of the pool & parking lot (or occasionally across the street). Free. HAC-UltimateList@GoogleGroups.com, 846–9418.
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“Easter Egg Hunt”: Journey of Faith Church
All children invited to hunt for candy-filled plastic eggs. Preceded by an Easter church service at 10:30. 11:30 a.m., Journey of Faith, 1900 Manchester Rd. Free. journeyoffaitha2.org.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
Every Fri.–Sun. 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, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
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“Critter House Open Hours”: Leslie Science & Nature Center
Every Sun. (except Apr. 23). A chance to view LSNC birds of prey and its Critter House animals, which include frogs, turtles, snakes, and other species native to Michigan. Noon–3 p.m., LSNC, 1831 Traver. $5 suggested donation ($20/family). lesliesnc.org, 997–1553.
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“Easter Egg Hunt”: Stone Chalet
All kids age 1 & over invited to hunt for wooden eggs that they can trade in for a bag of candy and goodies from local shops including The Little Seedling, Unicorn Feed & Supply, and The Rocket. Also, crafts, games, and live bunnies. 10 a.m.–noon, noon–2 p.m., & 2–4 p.m., Stone Chalet, 1917 Washtenaw. $10 per kid; adults, $2 in advance at enchantedinnandevents.com.
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Salon Series: Catch Us While You Can
Every Sun. & Thurs. A different lineup of activities each time, from readings, concerts, and show & sale of artworks to informal jam sessions and other impromptu events. This month’s highlights: Apr. 2: Show and sale of selected artworks from the collection of the recently deceased & beloved local arts patron Barbara Kramer with live music by local musicians TBA. Apr. 6: Silent auction of selected works from gallery and other local artists. Apr. 9: Live music by local musicians TBA, and announcement of silent auctions winners. Apr. 13: Show and sale of found material art by mosaic artist Morrine Maltzman and jeweler Carolyn Tjon Burnstein. Apr. 16: What next? All invited to a meeting to discuss possible futures for the gallery. Apr. 20: Art-making demonstrations by some of the gallery’s new artists. Apr. 23. Artwork from and discussion with high school artists TBA from Ann Arbor public schools. Apr. 30: Free hands-on session using found materials to create art led by mosaic artist Morrine Maltzman. Bring your own materials or purchase materials at the gallery. 4–5 p.m. (Thurs.) & noon–2 p.m. (Sun.), A Makeshift Gallery, 407 E. Liberty. Free admission. Cheryldawdy.com, cldawdy@gmail.com.
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U-M Baseball
Apr. 7-9, versus Nebraska. This month’s home schedule also includes single games vs. Butler (Apr. 11, 4 p.m.) & Toledo (Apr. 19, 4 p.m.), as well as 3-game series vs. MSU (Apr. 21, 4 p.m.; Apr. 22, 2 p.m., & Apr. 23, 1 p.m.) and Oklahoma State (Apr. 28, 4 p.m.; Apr. 29, 2 p.m., & Apr. 30, noon). 4 p.m. (Fri.), 2 p.m. (Sat.), & noon (Sun.), Ray Fisher Stadium, 1114 S. State. Tickets (price TBA) at mGOblue.com/tickets & at the gate. 764–0247.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
Every Fri.–Sun. 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, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy
Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals native to South America, including the cougar, cane toad, and red-tailed boa (2 & 4 p.m.). Also, a zookeeper display of a hairy armadillo (3 p.m.) and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals, including a reindeer, bald eagle, macaws, 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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“D&D Adventures”: Sylvan Factory
Every Sun., Thurs., & Fri. All age 16+ invited to play Dungeons and Dragons role-playing games. 1–6 p.m. (Sun.), 6–10 p.m. (Thurs.), & 6–9 p.m. (Fri.). Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $10. Preregistration recommended. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
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Audio Birds: The Blue Llama
Detroit-based trio led by guitarist Sean Blackman whose music blends world-music rhythms with jazz, funk, pop, and groove. With bassist James Simonson and drummer Larry Fratangelo. 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., The Blue Llama, 314 S. Main. $65 (includes brunch) in advance at bluellamaclub.com/event/easter-brunch-audio-birds/2023-04-09/ and at the door. 372–3200.
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Guided Afternoon Walks: Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Apr. 9, 23, & 30. All invited to join guided walks, organized around different themes, through the conservatory or (weather permitting) the grounds. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. April schedule: “Biodiversity” (Apr. 9), “Spring Migration, Frogs, & Toads” (Apr. 23), & “Insect Helpers” (Apr. 30). 1–2 p.m. (12:45 p.m. arrival recommended), Matthaei Botanical Gardens lobby, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. bit.ly/matthaeiwalks, 647–7600.
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Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Sat. & Sun. (except Apr. 15). 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., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. 764–0478.
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Shape Note Singing: Ann Arbor Sacred Harp
All invited to join an afternoon of shape note, or sacred harp, singing, a form of communal hymn singing. Songbooks available, but singers are encouraged to bring their own. 1–4 p.m., location TBA. Proof of vaccination with booster required. Free. For location, call 478–3394 or 995–2519.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
Every Fri.–Sun. 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, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
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“Easter Egg Hunt”: Stone Chalet
All kids age 1 & over invited to hunt for wooden eggs that they can trade in for a bag of candy and goodies from local shops including The Little Seedling, Unicorn Feed & Supply, and The Rocket. Also, crafts, games, and live bunnies. 10 a.m.–noon, noon–2 p.m., & 2–4 p.m., Stone Chalet, 1917 Washtenaw. $10 per kid; adults, $2 in advance at enchantedinnandevents.com.
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“Everybody”: U-M Theater Department.
Every Thurs.–Sun., Mar. 30–Apr. 9. Andrew White directs drama students in award-winning African American playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ 2017 modern adaptation of the 15th-century English morality play The Summoning of Everyman. The highly allegorical plot hews close to the original, following a complacent everyman who, informed by Death of his coming end, seeks friends to accompany him on his final journey. Jacobs-Jenkins’ version moves the moral of the play away from Christian salvation and towards a more humanist conclusion. The adaptation also features a unique casting quirk where each actor must memorize multiple parts with their roles being determined by lottery before each performance. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin, North Campus. Tickets $33 in advance at tickets.smtd.umich.edu & and at the door. 764–0583.
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“Mlima’s Tale”: Theatre Nova.
Every Fri.–Sun., Mar. 31–Apr. 23. Carla Milarch directs the Michigan premiere of Pulitzer-winning playwright Lynn Nottage’s 2018 tale of plunder and commerce in which the ghost of a murdered elephant haunts all who profit from its death. It’s a world in which we’re all unsettlingly connected and unconditional virtue is nonexistent. The New York Times reviewer called it a “visually inventive” and “transfixing,” work that “never feels sensational, on the one hand, or pious, on the other.” 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Mask & proof of vaccination required. Tickets $22 ($10 for kids under 17) in advance at theatre-nova.ticketleap.com and (if available) at the door. 635–8450.
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U-M Softball
Apr. 7–9, versus Illinois. This month’s schedule also includes 3-game series vs. Northwestern (Apr. 21–23) & Indiana (Apr. 28–30) with game times at 6 p.m. (Fri.), 2 p.m. (Sat.), & noon (Northwestern) and 2 p.m. (Indiana) (Sun.), as well as a single game vs. MSU (Apr. 18, 6 p.m.). 5 p.m. (Fri.), 2 p.m. (Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Alumni Field, 1114 S. State. Tickets (price TBA) at mGOblue.com/tickets & at the gate. 764–0247.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
Every Fri.–Sun. 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, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
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“Science Forum Demos”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Sat. & Sun. (except Apr. 15). Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demos for ages 5 & up. “Shedding Light on Magnets” (11 a.m.) explores magnetism, magnetic fields, and what magnets have to do with cell phones. “Life: How Do We Find It?” (3 p.m.) examines the field of astrobiology and how scientists search for life on other planets. 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.
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Craft & Drink: Bløm Meadworks
All invited to join SCRAP Creative Reuse representatives for an afternoon of reuse crafting. Supplies provided. 4–6 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. $10–$15 (pay what you can) in advance at drinkblom.com/events & at the door. 548–9729.
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P.O.R.K. - Phil Ogilvie's Rhythm Kings: Zal Gaz Grotto
10-piece big band led by Chris Smith, specializing in hot jazz of the 1920s and 30s. Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver, Duke Ellington and other jazz legends are prominent in their repertoire. For listening or dancing.
2070 W. Stadium Blvd ,Ann Arbor. cash cover at the door $10. cdsmith68@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/porkjazz 248-446-0403.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Ann Arbor Go Club
Every Sun. Players of all skill levels invited to play this challenging strategy board game. Game materials provided. 5:30 p.m. until whenever, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 Main St. Free. For info, email Drew at dwright8182@hotmail.com or check bit.ly/annarborgo.
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Ann Arbor Morris
Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance thought to be descended from the 15th-century Spanish moresca. Wear athletic shoes. 6–8 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr. Free. Email a2morris@umich.edu or call 717–1569 in advance to confirm location
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Ballroom Dance Club at the U-M
Apr. 9 & 23. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including fox-trots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 5 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. 6–8 p.m., Michigan Union Ballroom. $5 ($10 includes lessons). 763–6984.
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“Sunday Evening Game Night”: Ann Arbor Adventure Club
Every Sun. Popular board games, played online. You help decide which game to play at the beginning of the night. Have a pencil and paper handy. 7 p.m., for URL email burrbarr7@hotmail.com. Free.
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“The UnClub”: The Theater Shop
Every Sun. Performances by aspiring and experienced comics from former Tonight Show staff writer Chili Challis’s comedy dojo. Emcee is Mark Sweetman. 7:30 p.m. The Ypsi Alehouse, 124 Pearl St., #100, Ypsilanti. Mask and vaccination encouraged. Free. facebook.com/thetheatershop.
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