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July 16, 2022
“Quilt Day”: Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild.
Princeton (NJ) quilting writer Meg Cox, author of the popular The Quilter’s Catalog, gives 2 talks: “Quilt Journalist Tells All—A Reporter Inside the Quilt World” (9:15 a.m.) and “Making Meaning—How Quilters Celebrate Life” (1 p.m.). The morning program begins with a brief business meeting and ends with a member show-and-tell and sale of quilting supplies. Livestream available. 9:15 a.m. & 1 p.m., WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., 4800 E. Huron River Dr. $10/per lecture (members, free). For URL see gaaqg.com. programs@gaaqg.com.
“Thunder over Michigan”: Yankee Air Museum.
July 16 & 17. One of the nation’s largest “warbird” events, this giant drive-up show of WWII–era and later fighter aircraft includes everything from a British Supermarine Spitfire to immense B-17 Flying Fortresses, including the Air Museum’s own gleaming Yankee Lady. The morning program includes a performance by the US Air Force F-16 Demo Team (9 a.m.), and the afternoon show features the US Navy Blue Angels acrobatic flying team (2:30 p.m.). Also, the chance to meet warbird pilots, a kidzone, and Huey helicopter rides (price TBA). 9 a.m. & 2:30 p.m., Willow Run Airport (off I-94), Ypsilanti. Tickets $225 per vehicle for each show in advance at yankeeairmuseum.org and (if available) at the door. 483–4030.
Animals of North America: The Creature Conservancy
Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals native to North America (2 & 4 p.m.), including a baby groundhog, black rat snake, and baby skunk or coyote. Also, an alligator feeding demonstration (3 p.m., weather permitting) and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. Masks encouraged.
4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. , Ann Arbor . https://www.thecreatureconservancy.org/july-weekend-open-hours or at the door. $13 (kids ages 2–12, $11; under age 2, free) at the door; $1 discount in advance. info@thecreatureconservancy.org. https://www.thecreatureconservancy.org. 734-929–9324.KissME: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
See 15 Friday. Today: dancing to recorded music spun by DJs at an afternoon dance (2–5 p.m.; $5), to the self-styled “space-age swing band” Planet D Nonet at an evening dance (8 p.m.–midnight, $25 includes late night dance), and to recorded music spun by DJs at a late-night blues dance (midnight–2 a.m., $5). 2-5 p.m. & 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr.
Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History.
Every Sat. & Sun. 30–minute tour of the museum’s exhibits and galleries, as well as an introduction to some current U-M Biological Sciences research projects. Noon & 2 p.m., MNH, 1105 North University. Check ummnh.org for the latest Covid protocols. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. 764–0478.
U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
Daily, except July 4. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Expedition Reef (12:30 p.m.) reveals the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea,” the world’s most vibrant and endangered marine ecosystems. The Sky Tonight (1:30 & 3:30 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. Tales of the Maya Skies (2:30 p.m.) immerses viewers in the wonders of Mayan science, examining how Maya scholars developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics that enabled them to predict solstices, solar eclipses, weather patterns, and planetary movements. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Check ummnh.org for the latest Covid protocols. $8. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
Michigan Club Invitational Regatta: Ann Arbor Rowing Club.
All invited to watch teams from across the state skim with amazing speed along the river in 1–km races. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and refreshments. Note: no parking in the Bandemer Park lot near the dock. 7:45 a.m.–5 p.m., best viewing across the river from Argo Canoe Livery, or in Bandemer Park. Free. mci@a2crew.org, 649–6659.
“Ann Arbor Group Runs”: Fleet Feet.
Every Sat. & Tues. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet (formerly Running Fit) locations. Rain or shine. 8 a.m. (Sat.), 5700 Jackson Rd. & 6 p.m. (Tues.), 123 E. Liberty. Free. 929–9022 (Sat.) & 769–5016 (Tues.).
Dressage Shows: Waterloo Hunt Club.
July 15–17. Competitive equine ballet by skilled horses and riders, highlighted by graceful freestyle routines set to music. No pets. Concessions. 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Waterloo Hunt Club, Glenn at Katz (west off Mount Hope Rd. from I-94 exit 150), Grass Lake. Free admission. (908) 326–1155, 426–2088.
parkrun USA.
Every Sat. All invited to join a timed 5-km run/walk. 8 a.m., Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt Rd. Free, but first-timers are requested to preregister at parkrun.US/lillie. lillie@parkrun.com.
Foundations of Wellness for Women presents Healing Trauma: From Wounds to Wisdom
Join us for a very special 3-hour virtual retreat. Our guest facilitator, Teresa Gottron, Professional Emotional Organizer, will help us explore the way in which trauma from our past affects our present and what we can do to heal it. Is past adversity holding you back? Are you living up to your potential or spinning your wheels? Are you stuck in wounds from the past and unsure of how to heal and move forward? If you answered "yes" to any (or all) of these questions, then join Foundations of Wellness for Women online on Saturday, July 16 from 9 am to 12 pm ET.
We are messy and magical. Our challenges and traumas are as much part of our spiritual journey as all the bliss we receive. During the retreat, Teresa will walk you through how to: Stop judging, deflecting, defending, numbing out, and trying to fix yourself. Quit spinning your wheels and explore how past adversities are preventing you from reaching your full potential. Begin to heal your wounds and freely move forward. Open the door to possibility and begin to use the wisdom from your life experiences instead of being chained by them. $108. Register at the link below to receive the zoom link.
“Mindfulness Hike”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
All invited to join WCPARC naturalist Elle Bogle and mindfulness instructor Julie Woodward for a quiet meditative walk through the woods to connect with nature. Water and bug spray recommended. 10–11:30 a.m. Dominican Meadows Preserve, 4701 Dixboro Rd. Free. Space limited to 15 people. Preregistration required at bit.ly/mindful-hike-07-16-22 (registration #841006), 971–6337.
“Pet Stories”: Booksweet Bookshop.
Local children’s picture book writer and illustrator Nellie Hutchinson, author of The Adventures of Guinea Butt and Lacy Loo, helps kids ages 5-10 (accompanied by an adult) make their own picture book. 10–11 a.m., Booksweet, Courtyard Shops, 1729 Plymouth Rd. Mask & proof of vaccination required. $14 (includes a copy of Hutchinson’s book). Preregistration required (capacity limited) at ShopBooksweet.com. 929–4112.
A2 Urban Forest Ward Walk - Downtown route: City of Ann Arbor Forestry Department
The City of Ann Arbor first adopted an Urban & Community Forest Management Plan in 2014, recognizing the environmental, economic, and social importance of the city’s tree canopy while developing strategies to maintain its health and resilience.
Now, an update to the Plan will re-engage Ann Arbor residents in envisioning the future of the urban & community forest. Together with local organizations and forestry experts, we will outline current conditions, identify new opportunities and threats, and update the set of recommendations to establish a strong foundation for Tree Town’s future.
As community members who know your neighborhoods best, we need to know what you see! Our Ward Walks program offers several routes throughout the city for people to walk through, making note of tree cover and condition in commercial, residential, school, and park areas. Filling out the observation form, and attaching photos if desired, will give us a sense of how you're experiencing the urban forest.
Guided walks will be held on specific days in July for those who want a group experience. Register and view route maps on the website below.
300 S. 5th Ave., Ann Arbor. https://bit.ly/A2trees. Free. tgiacobazzi@a2gov.org. a2gov.org/Forestry. 734.794.6356.Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
Every Fri., Sat., & Wed. 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. (Fri. & Wed.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofGlobal@aol.com.
Death Café.
All invited to join a frank conversation (via Zoom) about death. Hosted by Diana Cramer and Rachel Briggs. 10:30 a.m.–noon, for URL email TheDyingYear@gmail.com. Free.
“Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) Detailed Dive”: MacTechnics.
Discussion for Mac beginners and power users to share insights about the exciting new products and software updates announced by Apple at its free online WWDC, June 6-10. Also, Mac questions of any kind welcome. 11 a.m.–1 p.m., for URL email contact@mactechnics.org. Free. Mactechnics.org.
“Break a Sweat”: A2 Summer Streets (Main Street Area Association).
Alzheimer’s Association staff members discuss the association between physical activity and reduced risk of cognitive decline and show ways to stay active. 11 a.m.–1 p.m., at the Main St. & Liberty St. closed-off intersection. Free. mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets.
Board Game Demos: A2 Summer Streets (Main Street Area Association).
Every Sat. All invited to learn and play some quick, casual games. 11 a.m.–1 p.m., sidewalk in front of Vault of Midnight, 219 S. Main St. bit.ly/A2SSts-community.
Annual Picnic: Washtenaw Audubon Society.
All invited to bring a dish to pass, or your own meal if you prefer. Bring your own place setting and drinks. Lawn games and an award ceremony for birders who have seen the most birds in the county in the past year. For more details, see WashtenawAudubon.org/event/washtenaw-audubon-annual-picnic. Noon, middle picnic shelter, Dexter-Huron Metropark, 6535 Huron River Dr., Dexter. Free.
Monitor Base Ball Club of Chelsea.
This 11-year-old club plays baseball using 1860s-era rules against similar teams from around the state. Today’s game is vs. the Lansing Capitals. 1 p.m., Timbertown Park, Sibley Rd. (west off Main St. north of downtown), Chelsea. Free. chelseamonitors.com.
“Ponyo”
(Hayao Miyazaki, 2009). Anime fantasy centered on the friendship between a 5-year-old boy and a magical goldfish who yearns to become human. 9:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 1:30 p.m. (Sat.). Mask and proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within 72 hours) required for all patrons over the age of 12. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; MTF members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see MichTheater.org.
“Greek Mythology in Daily Life”: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Saturday Sampler.
Docent-led virtual tour highlighting ancient Greek coins, vases, statues, and other artifacts from the museum’s collection. 2–3 p.m., for URL see lsa.umich.edu/kelsey. Free. 764–9304.
“Mamma Mia!”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
Every Thurs.–Sun., June 16–July 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.
“How To Become a Fossil”: U-M Natural History Museum Science Forum Demos.
Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo exploring how fossils form, what parts of animals can become fossilized, and many other fossil-related things. For age 5+. 3 p.m., Natural History Museum, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.
“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. 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed., 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 Manchester Chicken Broil.
About 7,000 chickens are cooked over nearly 5 tons of charcoal in four 100-foot-long broiling pits. Dinner includes half a chicken, dinner roll, homemade coleslaw, radishes, potato chips, and a beverage. Ice cream, water, and pop available. Also, an antique car show and live music. Drive-through service available. 4–8 p.m., Alumni Memorial Field (Vernon & Wolverine), Manchester. Shuttle from Manchester Middle School, 710 E. Main. Tickets $11 in advance at most downtown Manchester businesses, and other locations listed at 48158.com; $12 at the gate. 260-5291.
Paul Keller Jazz Quartet: First Presbyterian Church Jazz Vespers.
Jazz on the church lawn, interspersed with spiritual readings, by this local ensemble led by veteran bassist Keller. Followed by a picnic. Canceled in case of rain. 5 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1432 Washtenaw Ave. Free. amilot@FirstPresbyterian.org.
Murder Mystery Dinner Show: The Dinner Detective Ann Arbor.
Dinner while actors masquerading as fellow diners enact a hilarious murder mystery in which actual audience members may find themselves a prime suspect. 6:30–9 p.m., Ann Arbor Marriott, 1275 S. Huron, Ypsilanti. $65 includes gratuity; preregistration required at TheDinnerDetective.com. (866) 496–0535.
“Billboard’s Top Hits”: Saline Varsity Blues.
July 14, 15, & 16. Singers ages 7–18 perform a program of pop hits, from Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” and Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide” to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “We Don’t Talk about Bruno” and Adele’s “Hello.” 7 p.m., Saline Middle School, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. Tickets $15 in advance online at SalineVarsityBlues.org and at the door. SalineVarsityBlues@gmail.com.
“Mary Poppins”: Dexter Community Players.
July 15-17 & 22-24. Connor Thomas Rhoades directs local actors in the 1993 Disney musical based on the 1964 film and P.L. Travers’ book about the “practically perfect” magical nanny who transforms the lives of the Banks children in 1910 London. The score includes such favorites as “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “A Spoonful of Sugar,” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.” 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Dexter High School, 2200 N. Parker Rd., Dexter. Mask required. Tickets $20 (students & seniors, $15) in advance at dextercommunityplayers.com and at the door.
“Chapatti”: Michigan Irish Repertory Theatre.
July 15-17, 23, & 24. David Kiley directs this local company in Irish playwright Christian O’Reilly’s 2014 one-act play, set in Dublin, about a depressed dog-owning man who meets an amiable and funny woman who has 19 cats. The Chicago Critic called it a “gentle, sublime and honest script that drills home the need for and the power of human companionship.” Adult themes. Stars David Kiley and Sarah Burcon. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 3 p.m. (Sun.), Saline Black Box, 109 Michigan Ave., Saline. Masks & proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test) required. Tickets $25. Preregistration encouraged at bit.ly/mirt-chapatti; limited seating. 276–7183.
“Mamma Mia!”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
Every Thurs.–Sun., June 16–July 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.
Chad Zumock: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
July 15 & 16. This Cleveland comic ditched his signature argyle sweater vest and rapid-fire joke-slinging after a 2012 DUI arrest. He now tells brutally honest stories about his path to sobriety, and occasionally shares observations about his beloved Cleveland Cavaliers. Preceded by 2 opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 10 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $15 reserved seating in advance at etix.com before 6 p.m. the night of the show; $17 general admission at the door. 996–9080.
“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. 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed., 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.
“After Dark Series: Fireflies”: Hudson Mills Metropark.
A Hudson Mills park interpreter leads an expedition to look for fireflies and discuss their glow, life cycles, and communication. Half-mile to 1-mile walk along slightly hilly mixed gravel trails. 9–10 p.m., Hudson Mills Metropark Activity Center, 8801 North Territorial Rd., Dexter. $5 (kids, $3). Preregistration required at bit.ly/hudsonmillsjuly. $10 vehicle entrance fee. 426–8211.
Chad Zumock: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
July 15 & 16. This Cleveland comic ditched his signature argyle sweater vest and rapid-fire joke-slinging after a 2012 DUI arrest. He now tells brutally honest stories about his path to sobriety, and occasionally shares observations about his beloved Cleveland Cavaliers. Preceded by 2 opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 10 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $15 reserved seating in advance at etix.com before 6 p.m. the night of the show; $17 general admission at the door. 996–9080.
