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Events in April 2024
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April 17, 2024
Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
Every Mon.–Fri. (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin, North Campus. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Used Book Sale: JLC Book Sale
Apr. 17–20. Local family-run sale of several hundred books, as well as DVDs, audiobooks, video games, puzzles, and board games. Also, a presale on Apr. 17 from 4–8 p.m. for teachers and homeschool families. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, bldg. E, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free admission. Info@jlcbooksale.com.
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"Move and Groove": Ann Arbor Senior Center
Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling.
Move and Groove (Wed. 9:30–10:15 a.m.). Free. Call to register.
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"Mind Matters Brain Games": Ann Arbor Senior Center
Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling.
Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10–11 a.m.) via Zoom at tinyurl.com/A2-senior-mind. $2; members, free.
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“Sensation Stations”: AADL Traverwood
Apr. 17 & 27 (10:30–11:30 a.m.): Babies and infants age 2 and under, accompanied by an adult, invited to engage their senses by scooping, pouring, shaking, and sorting a variety of materials while exploring colors, shapes, textures, and sounds.
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“Tiny Tails Story Time”: HSHV
Apr. 3 & 17 (10:30–11:30 a.m.): Stories, crafts, finger plays, and interaction with adoptable cats and dogs. For kids ages 2–5, accompanied by an adult. Tiny Lions. $10 per kid (babies under age 1, free). Preregistration required at hshv.org/event-calendar, humaneed@hshv.org, (734) 661–3575.
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Brain Plasticity Ukulele Collective: Society for Musical Arts Wednesday Musicales
Performance by this local group, led by veteran English singer-guitarist Mike Brooks, comprising some 20 musicians of various ages and levels of expertise. Instruments include ukuleles, guitar, flute, percussion, trumpet, accordion, bass, and melodica. Program TBA. Followed by a meet-the-artists lunch ($18). 10:30 a.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $18 (accompanying friend, $15; groups of 5 or more, $10 each; students with ID, $5) in advance at annarborsma.org and at the door. Lunch reservations required by calling (734) 995–4417. annarborsma.org.
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m.), Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m.), and Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m.). Free.
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
Every Mon.–Fri. (different times): Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m. & Thurs. 11 a.m.), Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m. & Wed. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m.), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.). Free.
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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. On Apr. 20 & 21, the topic is “Microinvertebrate Mania,” which explores river health in celebration of Earth Day. Schedule subject to change. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofglobal@aol.com.
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Noon Lecture Series: Kempf House Museum
Apr. 3: “Race Around the World.” Boating enthusiast Ron Schwartz tells the story of South African sailor Kirstin Neuschäfer, the first woman to win the Golden Globe sailing award. Apr. 10: U-M Bentley Historical Library archivist Brian A. Williams talks about “The Fight to Integrate the Dormitories at U-M.” Apr. 17: Civil War reenactor Rob Stone discusses “The Civil War Soldier’s Life.” Noon–1 p.m., Kempf House, 312 S. Division. Free; donations accepted. kempfhousemuseum.org, (734) 994–4898.
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m. via Zoom).
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Talks & Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center
1320 Baldwin Ave. Senior-focused talks and activities. Free. a2gov.org/senior. Preregistration required for all events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling (734) 794–6250.
“YMCA Program Intro” (Apr. 3, 9:30–10:30 a.m.).
Lunch & Learn: “Living with Our Wild Neighbors” (Apr. 3, noon–1 p.m.), light lunch provided for free.
“Travels with George: South America” (Apr. 4, 1:30–4 p.m.).
“Sneak Peek of Ballet Chelsea’s Cinderella” (Apr. 5, 11 a.m.), short live performance (see Apr. 20, main calendar), no preregistration required.
“Care Management by Natalie” (Apr. 10, 9:30–10:30 a.m. or 10:30–11:30 a.m.).
Lunch & Learn: “Senior Living Options” (Apr. 17, noon–1 p.m.), light lunch provided for free.
Lunch & Learn: “How to Advocate for Myself While Aging” (Apr. 24, noon–1 p.m.), light lunch provided for free.
“Care Consulting: Senior Caregiving Resources and Deciding What’s Best” (Apr. 26, 10–11:30 a.m.), to preregister contact (734) 972-1074.
“The Art and Science of Invasive Species” (Apr. 26, 1–3 p.m.) covers identifying, gathering, and using invasive plants for cooking and for art.
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Weekly Meeting: Rotary Club of Ann Arbor
Every Wed. Speakers and topics TBA. All invited. Buffet lunch available ($11). Noon–1:30 p.m., Michigan Union Anderson Rm. Free. jtsepp@gmail.com.
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"Walking Off the Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Walking Off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m. via Zoom).
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Bingo: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth. bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. (734) 822–2120. Free (except as noted) in-person weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming.
Bingo (Wed. 1–3 p.m.). $1 per card.
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Trivia: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling.
Trivia (Apr. 3 & 17, 1–2 p.m.) via Zoom at bit.ly/a2senior-trivia. $2; members, free.
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Scrabble: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling.
Scrabble (Wed. 1:30–3 p.m.) $2; members, free.
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“I’m Not Rappaport”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., Apr. 11–21. Vincent J. Cardinal directs this local professional company in Herb Gardner’s Tony Award–winning 1985 comedy/drama about 2 elderly men who meet and talk on a bench in New York’s Central Park, determined to thwart various attempts to put them out to pasture. Stars 3 cast members of the 1980s TV series The Love Boat: Fred Grandy, Ted Lange, and Jill Whelan. 3 p.m. (Wed. & Thurs.), 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Encore Maas Main Stage, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $41.50–$57.50 (youth under 18, $31.50) in advance at theencoretheatre.org (with $3.50 fee) and (if available) at the door. (734) 268–6200.
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“The Antichrist Cometh”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., Mar. 22–May 5 (except Mar. 31). Rhiannon Ragland directs the premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s comedy about a happily married man who discovers that he might be the Antichrist. Will he be able to attend a small dinner party, or will the event usher in the Apocalypse? Contains adult subject matter and language. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$48 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.
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Board Game Night: Bløm Meadworks
Every Wed. All invited to play popular board games. “Board Game Guru” on hand to answer questions. Use provided games or bring your own. 5–10 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG). Mon. (6:30–10 p.m.): Power Cards. $10. Tues. (6:30–10 p.m.): MTG Pauper. A fun and fast format for all skill levels. $5. Wed. (5–9 p.m.): Casual Commander. The most popular form of the game. Free. Wed. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Standard. Play with competitive tournament rules. $10. Fri. (6:30–10 p.m.): Magic rotating draft. Cost varies. Sat. (6–10 p.m.): Commander Pods. For casual groups of 4 players. Free. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com.
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Ypsi Fine Arts Club: Riverside Arts Center
Apr. 3 & 17. Local artists show 1 or 2 pieces of their work, some of which may be for sale. If you’d like to show your own work, sign in by 6 p.m. Also, a fine art raffle ($5). 5–8 p.m., RAC, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti. Free admission. riversidearts.org/events.
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“Constellation Embroidery”: Ann Arbor District Library Electronics Lab
Adults & teens invited to use the library’s soldering equipment and an embroidery hoop to create a star pattern. 5:30–7 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Kemp Powers: U-M Hopwood Awards Program
This Golden Globe Award–winning and Oscar-nominated screenwriter and director delivers the keynote lecture highlighting the annual awards ceremony recognizing the winners of the prestigious U-M contest for graduate and undergraduate poetry, fiction, and nonfiction writing. Followed by a Q&A and signing. Also, tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. in the Rackham Amphitheatre, Powers discusses and shows clips from his work, including One Night in Miami, Soul, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, moderated by Jim Burnstein, director of U-M’s screenwriting program. 5:30–7 p.m., Rackham Auditorium. Free. (734) 764–6330.
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“Embracing Our Differences: The Transformative Power of Art to Change Hearts and Minds”: Evenings with OLLI (U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute)
Talks by representatives from Embracing Our Differences, Michigan, a local nonprofit that creates the billboard-size enlargements of work by local artists installed at Gallup Park. Light refreshments at 5:30 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m., Kellogg Eye Center Auditorium, 1000 Wall St. $20 for nonmembers (members, $12). Membership, $35 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
Every Tues., Wed., & Fri. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet locations. Rain or shine. 8 a.m. (Tues.), 5700 Jackson Rd., (734) 929–9022. Also, 6 p.m. (Wed.) & 8 a.m. (Fri.), 123 E. Liberty, (734) 769–5016. Free.
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Drop-In Knitting: Spun
Every Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.) & 1–3 p.m. (Sun.), Spun, 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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“Undershore”: Literati Bookstore
U-M creative writing professor Kelly Hoffer is joined by fellow Michigan poet Carlina Duan to discuss her debut collection of poems exploring grief, loss, and desire. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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Live Production Electronic Music volume 8: Gear Lords
Gear Lords, the live production/hardware electronic music series of Washtenaw County, has its 7th show April 17th from 7pm-11pm (doors at 630). These shows are great places to see local hardware musicians, hear great music and talk about collaborations, resources in the area, and equipment.
Volume seven has great music performances by:
Stogoshuffle (7pm),
Waylau (730),
Her Boyfriend (8),
Miguel Cisne (9),
OMO (10).
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG). Mon. (6:30–10 p.m.): Power Cards. $10. Tues. (6:30–10 p.m.): MTG Pauper. A fun and fast format for all skill levels. $5. Wed. (5–9 p.m.): Casual Commander. The most popular form of the game. Free. Wed. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Standard. Play with competitive tournament rules. $10. Fri. (6:30–10 p.m.): Magic rotating draft. Cost varies. Sat. (6–10 p.m.): Commander Pods. For casual groups of 4 players. Free. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com.
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“A2 Retro Tech Meetup”: All Hands Active
All invited to bring your old tech to show off via Zoom. BBSes, Usenet, Apple II, CP/M, MS-DOS, Amiga, C64—it’s all fair game. 7–9 p.m., for URL see meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. info@allhandsactive.org.
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“The Hopeful”: Fathom Events
(734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomevents.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter), & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Apr. 17 & 18: “The Hopeful” (Kyle Portbury, 2024). Religious biopic about the life of William Miller, the late 19th-century farmer turned influential preacher who founded the Seventh-day Adventist Church. 7 p.m.
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“What Does It Mean to Be Quaker?”: Ann Arbor Friends Meeting
Apr. 3 & 17. A small group of local Quakers answers questions and discusses the nature of Quaker faith and practice for those interested in learning more about it. 7–8 p.m., Quaker Meeting House fireplace rm., 1416 Hill St. Free. annarborfriends.org.
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Ann Arbor Bridge Club
Every Wed. (except Apr. 3). All invited to play friendly, competitive ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner if you can, or call in advance or arrive 20 minutes early if you can’t. Call before coming to check that the game is being held. 7–10:30 p.m., Walden Hills clubhouse, 2114 Pauline east of Maple. (Park in the designated spaces in the lot on the north side of Pauline.) $6 per person. (734) 945–6021.
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Kerrytown Crafters
Every Wed. All crocheters, knitters, spinners, weavers, sewers, and other crafters invited to work on their own projects with others, via Zoom. Questions welcome, help available. 7 p.m. or so, for URL join facebook.com/groups/ktcrafters. Free. (734) 926–8863.
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“Showcase at the Showcase”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
Performances by 8 stylistically diverse professional touring and aspiring local stand-up comics. Alcohol is served. 7:15 p.m., 212 S. Fourth Ave. $15 in advance at aacomedy.com and at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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“My Life in Jazz: A Woman’s Perspective”: AAUW
Talk by U-M jazz piano professor Ellen Rowe. Formerly American Association of University of Women, this organization has changed its name to AAUW as part of its effort to be more inclusive. All invited. 7:30 p.m. Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. Free. annarbor-mi.aauw.net. (844) 973–6287.
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“Wednesday Night Swing”: Ann Arbor Swing Dance Association
Every Wed. Lindy Hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, and Balboa dancing to music spun by DJs. No partner needed. Wear comfortable low-grip shoes. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a free beginner lesson. 7:30–9:30 p.m., locations TBA at swingannarbor.com/calendar. $5 (free for members).
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Depot Town Open Mic Comedy Night
Every Wed. Stand-up comedy open mic emceed by local comic Lisa Green. All age 18 & up welcome to come listen, or sign up for 5-minute sets starting at 7 p.m. 7:30–10:30 p.m., 734 Brewing Company, 15 E. Cross St. Free. (734) 340–3468.
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