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June 30, 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 26, noon through July 1, noon (online): “Out of Exile – The Photography of Fred Stein” (Dawn Freer & Peter Stein, 2020). Documentary examining the life of this iconic Jewish photographer famous for his photographs of street scenes of Paris and New York in the 1930s and 40s. “Rose” (Aurélie Saada, 2021). Feel-good comedy drama about a recently widowed Sephardic French grandmother who rediscovers her long ignored aspirations. “Berenshtein” (Roman Shumunov, 2021). Drama about the last surviving member of a group of Jewish partisans who located the Nazi V2 missle development facility as he revisits his wartime memories and grapples with the ensuing dissociation and loss of identity. “Let It Be Morning” (Eran Kolirin, 2021) Lightly satirical drama about a Palestinian man living in Israel who returns to his village to attend his brother’s wedding only to find the road home to Jerusalem blocked by Israeli soldiers. “Shorts II” A collection of short films exploring the topic of family. A Kaddish for Selim (Jane Wells, 2022). Documentary that uses family photos and letters to tell the story of a young Jew in 1912 London who changes his name to join the British army and dies at the battle of Gallipoli. Her Dance (Bar Cohen, 2020). Drama about a trans woman, estranged from her Orthodox Jewish family, who shows up uninvited to her sister’s wedding night Shabbat. No Limits (Uriya Kapach, 2020). Morally complex drama about a pair of Palestinian theives who steal an Israeli woman’s car only to find that her baby is still in the back seat. Pops (Lewis Rose, 2021). Comic drama about the feud that breaks out between a pair of siblings over their late Jewish father’s request to have his ashes sent into space. Winter of '79 (Julia Elihu, 2021). Drama based on true events about a Persian-Jewish mother forced to question her loyalty to her country at the onset of the Iranian revolution. $12 per film; virtual festival pass, $150. Online at Film.jccAnnArbor.org. 971–0990. Various times.
“Junior Naturalist: Fits the Bill”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
WCPARC naturalist Elle Bogle leads kids ages 7–11 in exploring various types of beaks and how they are used, then on a hike to look for birds and nests and listen for calls and songs. County Farm Park Medford Pavilion, 2230 Platt Rd. Free. Preregistration required at bit.ly/wcprc2022 (activity #841004, maximum 8 kids), boglee@washtenaw.org, 971–6337.
Mah-Jongg: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Every Thurs. 10 a.m.-noon. Turner Senior Center, 2401 Plymouth. Free. 998–9353.
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: Michigander. Detroit-based indie pop quartet fronted by guitarist & vocalist Jason Singer that’s known for its well-crafted emotionally resonant songs, soaring melodies, and lush instrumentation. Opener: Au Gres, Michigan singer-songwriter who blends elements of indie rock, lo-fi and synth pop to create a dreamy soundscape for his warm, pleasing vocals. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
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.
“Top of the Park”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival.
See 10 Friday. Tonight in the Kidzone: Recycling Games with the U-M Office of Sustainability (5 p.m.). On the Power Center Lawn: Zumba Fitness with Sheila May (5 p.m.). In the Annex tent: Poetry and Spoken Word (7 p.m.). On the O&W Grove Stage: U-M music student percussion and electric bassoon ensemble slapslap (5 p.m.). On the Rackham Stage: High-energy Grand Rapids rock trio Patty PerShayla & the Mayhaps (7 p.m.) and Frontier Ruckus (8:30 p.m.), a popular experimental bluegrass-based folk-rock ensemble from Lake Orion. The music is followed at 10 p.m. by a screening of the 2021 Marvel action blockbuster Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. 5 p.m.–midnight.
“Evening Mindfulness Hike”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
All invited to join WCPARC naturalist Elle Bogle and mindfulness instructor Julie Woodward for a guided meditation followed by a quiet meditative walk through the lush evening woods to connect with nature. 6:30–8 p.m. County Farm Park Medford Pavilion, 2230 Platt Rd. Free. Preregistration required at bit.ly/wcprc2022 (activity #841006, maximum 15 people), boglee@washtenaw.org, 971–6337.
“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.
“Virtual Happy Hour: Cheese and Beer”: Zingerman’s Delicatessen.
Zingerman’s deli event coordinator Tessie Ives-Wilson leads a virtual tasting of cheese and beer. At-home tasting kit for 2-3 people includes 3 12-16 oz. beers, 6 different cheeses, mustard, nuts and matzo chips. 6:30–7:30 p.m., for URL preregister at ZingermansDeli.com/events. Tickets $85 includes tasting kit available for pickup or delivery ($11). delievents@zingermans.com, 663–3354.
"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.
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: percussionist Jamie Rusling (Main St. & William St. stage), the acoustic roots music folk-rock sextet Bird into Bear (Main St. & Liberty St. stage), Lansing pop-folk singer-songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist Monte Pride (Washington St. & Main St. stage), and Brazilian and Cuban music by Félix and Ángel Benkí (Fourth Ave. between Washington St. & Liberty St. stage). 7–9 p.m.
“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.
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 June 16 & July 21). Area musicians perform a series of outdoor concerts in the downtown gazebo. Bring picnics, chairs, and blankets. Tonight: The Dodworth Saxhorn Band, an award-winning Ypsilanti ensemble with period instruments that re-creates the American brass band, a mainstay of 19th-century pop culture. 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.).
