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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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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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Indoor Walking: 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.
Indoor Walking (Tues. 8–8:45 a.m.).
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"Meditation Drop-In": 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.
Meditation Drop-In (Tues. 10–11:30 a.m. via Zoom), some meditation experience required.
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Mah-jongg: 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.
Mah-jongg (Mon. 1–3 p. m. & Tues. 10 a.m.–noon).
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“Tummy Time”: AADL Westgate
Apr. 9 & 23 (10:30–11:30 a.m.): New and expecting parents encouraged to bring their babies and discuss new baby experiences.
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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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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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Noon Lecture Series: U-M Center for Chinese Studies
Every Tues. (except Apr. 30). Talks by visiting scholars. Sandwiches, cookies, & coffee served. Apr. 2: University of Hawai’i philosophy professor Franklin Perkins discusses the 4th-century Chinese philosopher Mencius in “Seeing the World Like a Sage: Mengzi on Cultivating Perception.” Apr. 9: SUNY-Buffalo history professor Yan Liu on “Scent from Afar: Aromatics, Healing, and the Making of Olfactory Knowledge in Tang and Song China.” Apr. 16: MIT urban sustainability professor Siqi Zheng on “Tariff Wall Jumping at the China-Vietnam Border.” Apr. 23: University of California-Irvine sociology professor Wang Feng discusses contemporary China in “China’s Age of Abundance: Origins, Ascendance, and Aftermath.” Noon–1 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church St. For livestream, preregister at ii.umich.edu/lrccs. Free. (734) 764–6308.
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Talks & Activities: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. (734) 822–2120. Talks for seniors. Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Check meeting status before coming.
Apr. 3 (10 a.m.–noon): “Rock Painting,” $7 ($5 residents).
Apr. 4 (1:30–2:30 p.m.): “Scam and Fraud 2024” led by Pittsfield Township public safety officer Ritchie Coleman.
Apr. 19 (1 –2 p.m.): “Snack and Learn: How to Thrive While Aging Solo” presented by LifeChoices representative Nicole Boyer.
Apr. 23 & 24 (noon–4 p.m.): “AARP Driving Safety,” $25, preregistration required by Apr. 15 by calling (734) 822–2120.
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Bridge: 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.
Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m. in person), call if interested.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri. & Tues.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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Euchre: 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.
Euchre (Tues. 1–3 p.m.).
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"Respect": Ann Arbor District Library Downtown Branch
Occasional free screenings in the 1st fl. lobby & the lower-level Multi-Purpose Rm. (734) 327–4200.
Apr. 23: “Respect” (Liesl Tommy, 2021). Biopic about the first 2 decades of Aretha Franklin’s career. Jennifer Hudson. 2 p.m.
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Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink: U-M Ford School of Public Policy Vandenberg Lecture
This long-serving diplomat gives remarks on the situation in Ukraine as it enters its 3rd year of war with Russia, followed by a discussion with U-M Weiser Diplomacy Center director Susan D. Page. 4 p.m., Weill Hall Annenberg Auditorium, 735 S. State. Free. Also available via livestream. Preregistration required at fordschool.umich.edu/events.
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Ann Arbor Comprehensive Plan Open House: City of Ann Arbor
Come share ideas for your neighborhood!
A process is underway for a new Comprehensive Plan that will guide public and private investment to expand housing choices, improve connections, and grow job opportunities.
These open houses will include information about the city and activities to get your opinion on how it should change in the future. Each event will have the same material - choose the day and location that works best for you. Snacks and light refreshments will be available.
Tuesday, April 23, 4-7pm
AADL Traverwood, 3333 Traverwood Dr
Wednesday, April 24, 4-7pm
AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Ave
Friday, April 26, 4-7pm
AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy
If you or someone you know would benefit from translation assistance please contact: planning@a2gov.org
Visit the project website for more info: plan.a2gov.org/plan24
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Maps and Taps - 2024 B2B Trail Season Kick-Off Event: Huron Waterloo Pathways Intiative
We invite you to join our local B2B Trail community on April 23 to celebrate the beginning of the 2024 trail season at 'Maps and Taps,' hosted by HWPI.
Come enjoy local beer while hearing B2B Trail updates, mingling with fellow trail fans, and supporting our community trails between 5pm-8pm at HOMES Campus in Ann Arbor. We look forward to sharing our plans for continued B2B Trail progress in 2024 and answering your questions. B2B Trail swag will be on sale for purchase.
Tickets are $35 per person and include admission to the event and two drinks (alcoholic or nonalcoholic). A food truck will be on site, but food is not included in the ticket cost.
There is limited capacity and tickets will be sold on a first-come, first served basis - so be sure to get your tickets now!
112 Jackson Plaza, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 ,Ann Arbor. https://www.classy.org/event/maps-and-taps-2024-trail-season-kick-off/e566301 $35 per ticket. info@huron-waterloo-pathways.org https://huron-waterloo-pathways.org/ 734-480-8381.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Maps and Taps - 2024 B2B Trail Season Kick-Off Event: Huron Waterloo Pathways Intiative
We invite you to join our local B2B Trail community on April 23 to celebrate the beginning of the 2024 trail season at 'Maps and Taps,' hosted by HWPI.
Come enjoy local beer while hearing B2B Trail updates, mingling with fellow trail fans, and supporting our community trails between 5pm-8pm at HOMES Campus in Ann Arbor. We look forward to sharing our plans for continued B2B Trail progress in 2024 and answering your questions. B2B Trail swag will be on sale for purchase.
Tickets are $35 per person and include admission to the event and two drinks (alcoholic or nonalcoholic). A food truck will be on site, but food is not included in the ticket cost.
There is limited capacity and tickets will be sold on a first-come, first served basis - so be sure to get your tickets now!
112 Jackson Plaza, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 ,Ann Arbor. https://www.classy.org/event/maps-and-taps-2024-trail-season-kick-off/e566301 $35 per ticket. info@huron-waterloo-pathways.org https://huron-waterloo-pathways.org/ 734-480-8381.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Drawing Workshop: Ann Arbor District Library
Illustrator Connor Good leads a hands-on drawing program focusing on the human face rendered in various styles of comics and cartoons. 5:30–7 p.m., AADL Downtown 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“D&D Adventures”: Sylvan Factory
Every Tues. & Fri. All age 12 & up invited to play Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing games. 6–10 p.m. (Tues.) & 6–9 p.m. (Fri.), Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $10. Preregistration recommended. info@sylvanfactory.com.
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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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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
Every Mon., Tues., Thurs, & Sat. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), an interval-based training run (Tues.), or an advanced or beginner group run (Sat.). 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti; 6 p.m. (Tues.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; & 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Tour de Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Tues. 20- to 35-mile ride along Chelsea-area dirt roads. 6:15 p.m., meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main St., Chelsea. Free. For each week’s route, email scimitargs@gmail.com.
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“Food Literacy for All”: U-M Sustainable Food Systems Initiative
Every Tues. (except Feb. 27), Jan. 23–Apr. 23. Virtual lecture series. Apr. 2: University of Pennsylvania African American studies professor Marcia Chatelain on “Franchise: The Golden Arches in Black America, a Talk about Food and Racial Justice.” Apr. 9: University of Oxford law researcher Sarah Levy on “Inuit Seal Hunters.” Apr. 16 (in person at 140 Lorch Hall, 611 Tappan): “Fast Food for Thought,” 5-minute talks on food and agriculture by 10 U-M professors. Apr. 23: U-M environmental justice lecturer shakara tyler and U-M food and history lecturer Margot Finn give a class synthesis. 6:30–8 p.m., for URL, preregister at sites.lsa.umich.edu/sustainablefoodsystems/foodliteracyforall. Free.
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“Origin Stories”: Cahoots Cafe
Storyteller Liz Barney leads a series of activities to help participants tell their stories about what they do and where they come from. 6:30–8 p.m., Cahoots, 206 E. Huron St. Preregistration $10 in advance at cahoots.com and at the door. (734) 808–1335.
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“Silent Book Club”: Northfield Township Area Library
Northfield Township Area Library, 125 Barker Rd., Whitmore Lake. Senior-focused talks and activities. Free. Preregistration required (unless noted) at tinyurl.com/northfield-library or (734) 449–0066, ext. 22.
“Silent Book Club” (Apr. 23, 6:30–7:30 p.m.), silent reading followed by discussion; bring your own book.
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Full Moon Kirtan
All invited to join a kirtan, an ancient yogic spiritual practice that involves singing and chanting of devotional music based on Hindu Vaishnava texts. Accompanied by live music on tabla, harmonium, bass, sarangi, and finger cymbals. 6:30 p.m., Triple Crane Retreat Center, 7665 Werkner, Chelsea. Free; donations accepted. (734) 426–7818.
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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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Understanding Contemporary Tarot: Learning the Minor Arcana through The Hermetic Tree of Life: Enlightened Soul Center & Shop
10 Tuesdays 4/23/24–6/25/24* 6:30–8:30 pm *Class will run once minimum are registered, or may be postponed one or two weeks Cards provided or bring your own!
Cost: $200 (= $20/class) No refunds unless class is cancelled or postponement is inconvenient. Full payment expected whether you attend all classes or not. Minimum $100 deposit required to secure your spot.
Must be paid in full by the first class.
Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/Nicholas-ODonnell-6
CashApp: https://cash.app/$nicksvictorygardens
Credit/Debit Cards: Pay in person on the first day, but please register in advance by contacting Nick.
Questions: Nick, nicksvictorygardens@gmail.com or call/text (734) 299-6472
Learn all 40 Minor Arcana Tarot cards in 10 weeks, 4 cards per class in numerical order, 1-10! The origins of the Tarot are deeply intertwined with the Hermetic Kabbalah, an ancient mystical tradition. Despite arguments to the contrary, these time-honored systems retain their relevance, embodying timeless universal forces that persist through the ages. The Minor Arcana of the Tarot corresponds with the structure of the Hermetic Tree, enhancing the comprehension of its numerical values. This class will delve into the positioning of the Minor Arcana on the Hermetic Tree of Life, and explore how insight into the sephiroth—spheres associated with divine energies—and their related planetary influences can simplify and enrich the practice of tarot reading.
https://www.enlightenedsoulcenter.com/minor-arcana-tarot-class-10-weeks
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“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active
Every Tues. All invited to try to solve a computer security problem (or series of problems). Led by AHA members. Beginners welcome. 7 p.m., for URL preregister at meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. info@allhandsactive.org.
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“Sound & Silence”: Canterbury House
Every Tues. Regular gathering exploring contemplative music and silence, sometimes led by a guest artist. Apr. 9: The U-M Creative Arts Orchestra, an adventurous music student improvisational jazz ensemble. Apr. 23: Local percussionist Cameron Wilson weaves a series of “drum songs,” reflecting on the moment of being born into the physical world through rhythmic drones and electronics. 7 p.m., Canterbury House, 721 E. Huron St. Free, donations welcome. canterburyhouse.org/soundandsilence.
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“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
Every Tues. Talk (via Zoom) by Imam Kamau Ayubbi, a U-M Medicine chaplain. All ages welcome. 7–8 p.m., for URL see interfaithspirit.org. $5–$10 suggested donation. (734) 327–0270.
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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
Every Tues. All male and female singers invited to join weekly rehearsals. 7–8:45 p.m., Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd. Free to visitors (annual dues for those who join). bit.ly/hvharmonizers. info@hvharmonizers.org, (734) 796–7467.
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Skazat! Poetry Series
Poetry reading (via Zoom) by U-M Bear River Writers’ Conference editor-in-chief Monica Rico, a Mexican American poet who grew up in Saginaw and has had poems published in The Atlantic and the Missouri Review. Her collection, Pinion, was praised as “brilliantly tactile” by the Gastronomica Editorial Collective. Preceded by open mic. 7–8:30 p.m., for URL preregister at facebook.com/skazat. Free. (734) 223–3165.
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Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no partner or experience needed. Wear comfortable clothes and bring flat, nonslip shoes and your own water bottle. First-timers asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr. $8 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free) suggested donation. aactmad.org/english-country, (734) 665–7704.
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Virtual Trivia Night: Ann Arbor Adventure Club
Every Tues. All invited to form teams of 4 or so persons to compete (via Zoom) in a family-friendly 2-round trivia contest. Solo competitors are matched up. 7 p.m., for URL email burrbarr7@hotmail.com. Free.
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Voices in Harmony
Every Tues. Female singers invited to join a rehearsal of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–9:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile Rd., Ypsilanti. Free to visitors (dues for those who join). info@voicesinharmonychorus.org, (734) 765–3611.
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“Documenting Plant Biodiversity at One Site”: Michigan Botanical Society
Talk by EMU student researcher Emily Edwards. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, rm. 125, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. michiganbotanicalsociety.org/huron-valley-chapter, khaw@comcast.net. (734) 718–6114.
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German Speakers Round Table
Apr. 9 & 23. All German speakers, native or non-native, invited for conversation. Another long-running German conversation group, A2 Stammtisch (preregistration required), meets on occasional Thursdays (info at heerdeolind@yahoo.com), also at 7:30 p.m. at Grizzly Peak. 7:30 p.m., Grizzly Peak Brewing Company, 120 W. Washington. Free admission. (734) 812–6375 (Tues.).
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Mini Mushrooms: Ann Arbor District Library
Adults and kids grade 6 & up invited to paint small wooden mushrooms to use as an accent in the home or garden. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Pittsfield, 2359 Oak Valley. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Good. Steady. Still.”: U-M Dance Department MFA Performance
Dance grad students present their original choreography. Kiana Cook’s Steady Searchin’ for My Halo explores her development from a mixed-race child to a woman. Scott Crandall’s Cousin Lizzie’s First Birthday is an experiment in how to lengthen and shrink the distance between performer and audience. Leah Crosby’s Tenderizing uses junk shop items to tell stories about learning how to be taken care of. Ginny Jian presents a piece filled with seemingly ridiculous, abnormal, and unsafe movements which hint at the character of a person's body and movements. Timothy Tsang debuts a solo tribute to the memory of his English teacher who died in 2023. 8 p.m., Dance Bldg., 1000 Baits, North Campus. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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