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June 23, 2022
Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival.
Annual festival of documentary and feature films on Jewish themes. Featuring 5 different films each week available to stream anytime. June 19, noon through June 24, noon (online): “The Adventures of Saul Bellow” (Asaf Galay, 2021). Documentary tracing the life of this noted Jewish American novelist and public intellectual. “Kiss Me Kosher” (Shirel Peleg, 2021). Romantic comedy about an engaged German and Israeli lesbian couple and their families as they make preparations for their wedding. “Wet Dog” (Damir Lukacevic, 2021). Drama following a teenage Jewish-Iranian immigrant and his family as they navigate secular society in Berlin. “Muranow” (Chen Shelach, 2021). Documentary examining this neighborhood, the Warsaw Ghetto during WWII, and how its current residents grapple with its dark past. “Shorts I” A program of short films exploring the topics of community, education, and traditions. Commandment 613 (Miriam Lewin, 2020). Documentary following a Torah scribe who restores scrolls saved from the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia. The Inspection (Caroline Brami & Frédéric Bas, 2021). Drama about a history teacher facing a school inspector. 263 Nights (Irina Tarasova, 2021). Animated documentary that tells the story of 26 Jews who went into hiding following the elimination of the Minsk ghetto. Beregovsky #136 (Yoav Potash, 2021). Evocative short that combines a recent live performance of klezmer music collected by Soviet Jewish ethnomusicologist Moshe Beregovsky with archival footage of prewar Jewish life. With Slight Steps (Guy Hodes, 2018). Documentary following a 96-year-old grandmother as she reminisces about her days as an accomplished Israeli folk dancer. $12 per film; virtual festival pass, $150. Online at Film.jccAnnArbor.org. 971–0990. Various times.
“Nature and Recreation in Michigan”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Summer Lecture Series.
June 9, 16, & 23. Series of 3 weekly talks (via Zoom) on area state parks and metroparks. June 9: “Michigan’s State Parks: 100 Years of Making Memories.” Panel discussion featuring Hartwick Pines State Park interpreter Craig Kasmer, DNR historian Hillary Pine, and Tahquamenon Falls State Park interpretive ranger Theresa Neal. June 16: DNR cervid management specialist Chad Stewart on “Management History, Past and Present, of Michigan’s Cervids (Deer, Elk, and Moose).” June 23: Huron-Clinton Metroparks director Amy McMillan and diversity, equity, and inclusion chief Artina Carter on “The Huron-Clinton Metroparks: Southeastern Michigan Gems.” 10–11:30 a.m., for URL preregister at olli-umich.org. $40 (members, $15) for the 3-lecture series. $5 per lecture for members. Memberships are $25 a year. 998–9351.
5th Annual Michigan Pez Convention.
June 23–25. Show and sale of vintage and collectible Pez candy dispensers (main sale is Sat., 10 a.m.–2 p.m.), a game night (7 p.m. Thurs.), a bean bag tournament (10:30 a.m. Fri.), a charity auction (7 p.m. Fri.), and a blow-up game house party (6:30 p.m. Sat.). Showing of The Pez Outlaw, the 2022 documentary about Pez dispenser smuggling (2 p.m. Fri.). Also, Pez dealer Brian Crisp speaks (5 p.m. Thurs.) and “Pez outlaw” Steve Glew answers questions (3:30 p.m. Fri.). 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Wyndham Garden Ann Arbor, 2900 Jackson. $55 (VIP/dealer, $125) at mipezcon.com for all 3 days; free admission on Sat. mipezcon@gmail.com.
Mah-Jongg: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Every Thurs. 10 a.m.-noon. Turner Senior Center, 2401 Plymouth. Free. 998–9353.
“Sonic Lunch”: Bank of Ann Arbor.
See 2 Thursday, Today: G. Love. G. Love is singer-songwriter Garrett Dutton, frontman for G. Love & the Special Sauce, a Philadelphia trio that for almost 30 years has been purveying an original music that’s a loose, spontaneous mix of sounds that treated the conventions of hip-hop, R&B, grunge, and assorted other old and new sounds with an effortless sense of fun with total creative freedom. Opener: Myron Elkins, young Michigan country music traditionalist who cites such influences as Hank Williams and Johnny Cash.
A Course in Miracles Study Group: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
A study of A Course in Miracles via Zoom. Free, but donations appreciated.
Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Duplicate non-sanctioned ($3; members, $2). Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m. ACBL sanctioned ($9; members, $8). Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Senior Center (1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
Every Thurs., Fri., & Tues. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues., Fri.), or a 499er game (Thurs.). 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:50 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $6 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email kahanae@yahoo.net or ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., Apr. 15–Aug. 27. Angie Kane directs the world premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s drama that imagines the Victorian sleuth, aided by Dr. Watson and Irene Adler, solving the disappearance of world-changing inventions by clients Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison. Cast: David Bendena, Caitlin Cavannaugh, Mark Colson, Sarab Kamoo, Rusty Mewha, and Paul Strobili. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Mask and proof of vaccination required. Tickets $25–51 in advance at PurpleRoseTheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. 433–7673.
69th Annual Summer Carnival: Ann Arbor Jaycees.
June 22–26. Carnival games and rides. Concessions. 4–8 p.m. (Wed.–Fri.), noon–8 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Pioneer High School parking lot, 601 W. Stadium at S. Main. Wristbands for multiple rides $30 at the door; individual game & ride tickets available; $10 minimum purchase to enter. No entry 1 hour before close. No re-entry or unaccompanied minors. skerbeck.com/events/254, a2jaycees.org, info@a2jaycees.org.
U-M Clements Library Tour.
June 2 & 23. Hour-long docent-led tour of the Clements’s early American history collection featuring Benjamin West’s iconic painting The Death of General Wolfe, a Revolutionary War-era trunk that once housed British commander-in-chief Thomas Gage's papers, and more. 4:15 p.m. Clements Library, 909 South University. Free, preregistration required at myumi.ch/Aw9Zb. 649–3370.
“Top of the Park”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival.
See 10 Friday. Tonight: Canopy by Pneuhaus (5 p.m.), a pedal-powered illuminated sculpture. In the Kidzone: Sun Catchers with Annie’s Children’s Center (5 p.m.). On the Power Center Lawn: Swing Dancing with Louise Tamres (5 p.m.). In the Annex tent: Anishinaabe Food, Art, and Culture with Vibes With the Tribes (5 p.m.). On the O&W Grove Stage: Nationally acclaimed veteran local singer-songwriter Dick Siegel (5 p.m.) and the local acoustic folk-rock duo Billy & Emily (6 p.m.). On the Rackham Stage: Up-and-coming Michigan R&B singers London Beck (7 p.m.) and Kenyatta Rashon (8:30 p.m.). The music is followed at 10 p.m. by a screening of the 2021 Marvel action blockbuster Spiderman: No Way Home. 5 p.m.–midnight.
“Just for Kids: Toast and Jam”: Zingerman’s Delicatessen.
All kids ages 4-14 invited to join tasting expert Jenny Hall to sample Zingerman’s Bakehouse breads topped with a variety of favorite jams. Parents welcome to observe at no charge. Zingerman’s Deli, 422 Detroit St. Tickets $15. Preregistration required at zingermansdeli.com/events. delievents@zingermans.com, 663–3354.
“A Midsummer Night’s Dream”: U-M Residential College/Nichols Arboretum.
June 2–5, 9–12, 16–19, & 23–26. U-M Residential College drama lecturer Kate Mendeloff directs students and local actors in an alfresco production that wafts from spot to spot within the Arb to create the different scenes of Shakespeare’s comedy of fairies, magic spells, domestic intrigue, and misplaced affections. The RC’s annual Shakespeare in the Arb productions have become a hugely popular local summer tradition. Director Mendeloff takes special care to make the shifting Arb environments an active force in the performance. Bring a blanket or portable chair to sit on. Pick up tickets 5–6:15 p.m. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Peony Garden entrance at 1610 Washington Heights. $25 in advance only. Tickets go on sale May 23 (May 16 for Matthaei-Nichols members) at mutotix.umich.edu and are held at will call, Nichols Arboretum Visitor Center, 1610 Washington Hts. 998–9540.
“Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights”: Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce.
Every Thurs., June 2–Jul. 28. Concurrent musical entertainment on 9 stages in downtown Chelsea, as well as magicians, jugglers, face painters, balloon artists, sidewalk chalk, and other activities for kids. Also, food vendors. Tonight: Country-pop by Detroit-bred singer-songwriter Kari Holmes, The Blues Top Blues Band, classic country, western swing, and boogie-woogie by the veteran Cadillac Cowboys, the electric acoustic folk trio Ellis & M.E., singer-songwriter Joanna Sterling, and the versatile 15-piece jazz, pop, and rock band The Big Band Theory. 6:30–8:30 p.m., downtown Chelsea. Free. chelseamich.com/sstn, 474–9178.
"Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights"
Welcome to Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights in Chelsea, Michigan!
Returns in 2022 on Thursdays from June 2 - July 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights performances are held in Chelsea, Michigan throughout the summer from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Arts, Entertainment, & Musical acts are performed at various and separate stages throughout historical downtown Chelsea. Every week brings something new, is family friendly, and free!
Kids will enjoy acts like magicians, circus acts, jugglers, face painters, balloon artists, the 'How to Chalk' themed art stage and much more. While music enthusiasts will experience many genres of music all in one night - bluegrass, americana, folk, rock, celtic, blues, jazz, country and everything in between.
“G.I. Joe: The Movie”: Fathom Events.
(Don Jurwich, 1987). Animated action adventure about a group of heroic super soldiers saving the world from reptilian terrorists. 7 p.m. (Thurs.) & 1 p.m. (Sat). Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, 973–8424), Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline, 316–5500). $12.50 in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see FathomEvents.com/events.
“Who Killed Vincent Chin?”: Michigan Theater
(Christine Choy, Renee Tajima-Peña, 1988). Academy Award-nominated documentary about the tragic death of Vincent Chin, a Detroit engineer who was killed in 1982 by two men who received shockingly lenient sentences. The film traces the aftermath and implications of those sentences. 7 p.m. Mask and proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within 72 hours) required for all patrons over the age of 12. Free. For updated schedule, see MichTheater.org.
Comhaltas.
Every Thurs. All invited to join members of this local chapter of the Detroit Irish Music Association for an informal evening playing traditional Irish music on various instruments. Lessons offered. 7–9 p.m. FUMC Green Wood, 1001 Green Rd. Mask (when not playing a wind instrument) and vaccination required. Free. detroitirishmusic.org.
Thursday Night Music Series: A2 Summer Streets (Main Street Area Association).
See 2 Thursday. Tonight: singer-songwriter Joanna Sterling (Main St. & William St. stage), best known as the frontwoman of the former chamber folk-pop quintet Joanna & the Jaywalkers, and The Vicissitones (Main St. & Liberty St. stage), an instrumental rock ’n’ roll quartet that plays a blend of originals and surf, horror, and spy covers. Also, the techno ensemble Doogatron (Washington St. & Main St. stage) and young singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Isaac Roughton (Fourth Ave. between Washington St. & Liberty St. stage).
“Mamma Mia!”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
Every Thurs.–Sun., June 16–Jul. 17. This local professional theater company performs the sunny 1999 Catherine Johnson musical about a bride-to-be trying to narrow down a field of three possibilities to find her real father. The all-ABBA score includes the title song, “Super Trouper,” “Dancing Queen,” “Money, Money, Money,” and more. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Encore, 3126 Broad St., Dexter. Tickets $46 (seniors & youth $44) in advance at theencoretheatre.org and at the door. 268–6200.
Comedy Jamm: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
June 9 & 23. Performances by up to 12 aspiring area stand-up comics. Alcohol is served. 7:30 p.m. (doors open 6:45), Comedy Showcase, 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com (recommended) and at the door. 996–9080.
Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub.
Every Thurs. Local high school English teacher Barry Aherne throws out questions for anyone to answer at this popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team (up to 6 people). Prizes. On June 9, in honor of A2Zero week, the questions are about sustainability. 7:30 p.m. or so, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. 665–2968.
Summer Gazebo Concerts: Village of Manchester.
Every Thursday June 9-August 4 (except July 21). Area musicians perform a series of outdoor concerts in the downtown gazebo. Bring picnics, chairs, and blankets. Tonight: Michigan old-time string band the Palooka Brothers. 7:30 p.m., Manchester gazebo, Wurster Park (Main St. just west of M-52), Manchester. Rain location: Emanuel Church hall, 324 W. Main St. Free; donations appreciated. 428–0159.
“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
Every Wed.–Sun., Apr. 15–Aug. 27. Angie Kane directs the world premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s drama that imagines the Victorian sleuth, aided by Dr. Watson and Irene Adler, solving the disappearance of world-changing inventions by clients Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison. Cast: David Bendena, Caitlin Cavannaugh, Mark Colson, Sarab Kamoo, Rusty Mewha, and Paul Strobili. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Mask and proof of vaccination required. Tickets $25–51 in advance at PurpleRoseTheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. 433–7673.
German Conversation.
Every Thurs. & Tues. All German speakers, native or non-native, invited for conversation with either or both of 2 long-running groups, the A2 Stammtisch (8 p.m. Thurs.) and the German Speakers Round Table (7:30 p.m. Tues.). Grizzly Peak Brewing Company, 120 W. Washington. Free admission. Preregistration requested at heerdeolind@yahoo.com (Thurs.) & 812–6375 (Tues.).
