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July 2, 2022

Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History.
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Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History.
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Every Sat. & Sun. 30minute 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.

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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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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.

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“Ann Arbor Group Runs”: Fleet Feet.
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“Ann Arbor Group Runs”: Fleet Feet.
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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.).

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parkrun USA.
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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.

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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
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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.

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Board Game Demos: A2 Summer Streets (Main Street Area Association).
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Board Game Demos: A2 Summer Streets (Main Street Area Association).
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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.

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Enlightened Soul Psychic Fair - July 2
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Enlightened Soul Psychic Fair - July 2: Enlightened Soul Center & Shop
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Join us for a fun-filled day at the Enlightened Soul Center & Shop at our twice-monthly ESC Psychic Fairs. WHAT A GREAT WAY TO EXPLORE A VARIETY of readings and energy healing at one time, under one roof!

Drop in 11:00 AM-6:00 PM
Psychics~Mediums~Tarot~Energy Healers~Crystals~Shopping
PRICE DROP! Admission: $3 at the door = FREE gift, FREE snacks, FREE parking
Readings & Energy Work: $2/minute (minimums vary)
Cash & credit/debit accepted
COME SEE OUR NEW LOCATION!
PLUS crystals & stones, gemstone jewelry, malas & spiritual items, tools for energy grounding & protection

READERS for July 2:
1. Kat Similo - Card Reader & Spirit Artist
2. Nancy Lane - Intuitive Channel & Medical Intuitive
3. Nikki Wisniewski - Intuitive, Card Reader, & Medium
4. DaVida Ross - Spiritual Counselor & Card Reader

ENERGY HEALERS for July 2:
1. Mary - White Light Healing, Celtic Reiki + More
2. Amy Feger - Energy Readings with Departeds AND Visionary Energy Healing & Soul Retrieval
3. Sarya Shehadeh - Theta Healer & Ayurveda Wellness Coach
4. Lori Irvin - Mystic, Medical Intuitive, & Healer

2711 Carpenter Road ,Ann Arbor. https://www.enlightenedsoulcenter.com/enlightened-soul-psychic-fair $3 admission + $2/minute for sessions. amy@enlightenedsoulcenter.com https://www.enlightenedsoulcenter.com/enlightened-soul-psychic-fair 7343580218.

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“Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind”: Michigan Theater.
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“Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind”: Michigan Theater.
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(Hayao Miyazaki, 1984). Post-apocalyptic anime fantasy that tells the story of a young princess who becomes embroiled in a struggle with a military state. 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. 

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“Mamma Mia!”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
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“Mamma Mia!”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
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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.

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“How To Become a Fossil”: U-M Natural History Museum Science Forum Demos.
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“How To Become a Fossil”: U-M Natural History Museum Science Forum Demos.
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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. 

 

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“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
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“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
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Every Wed.Sun., Apr. 15Aug. 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 $2551 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. 

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“CatVideoFest”: Michigan Theater.
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“CatVideoFest”: Michigan Theater.
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Compilation of funny and cute online cat videos. A portion of sales goes to the Humane Society of Huron Valley. 7:15 p.m. (Fri.), 4:30 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.). 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.

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“Top of the Park”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival.
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“Top of the Park”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival.
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See 1 Friday. Tonight in the KidZone: Party Crafts with The Chelsea Treehouse (5 p.m.). On the Power Center Lawn: Ashtanga Yoga with Ita Yoga Studio (5 p.m.). In the Annex Tent: Laser Dancing with Illuminatus Lasers (7:30 p.m.). On the O&W Grove Stage: Hip-hop with local MC Nickie P (5 p.m.). Also, Detroit violinist Leslie DeShazor (6 p.m.) whose style fuses elements of jazz, classical, and world music. On the Rackham Stage: Live hip-hop funk fusion by Detroit MC Nique Love Rhodes & The NLR Experience (7 p.m.) and hard-hitting classic funk, reggae, and rock by Detroit-based Mollywop (8:30 p.m.). Also, Athletic Mic League (10:15 p.m.), a popular Ann Arbor hip-hop collective who are reuniting after a 15-year hiatus. 5 p.m.–midnight, Ingalls Mall at Washington. Free, but donations accepted. a2sf.org, 994–5999.

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The Whiskey Charmers: Broken Branch Summer Series.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
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Outdoor performance by this classy Detroit neo-honky-tonk duo. Ann Arbor Americana singer-songwriter Linden Thoburn opens. Followed by a bonfire. Bring something to sit on like a chair or blankets. No pets. Capacity limited to 100. 6–9 p.m., 6090 Plymouth Rd. (park in designated area or on Plymouth Rd. shoulder). Free admission; donations accepted. facebook.com/a2brokenbranch

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“Mamma Mia!”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
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“Mamma Mia!”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
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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.

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Men’s AFC Ann Arbor vs. Lansing City.
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Men’s AFC Ann Arbor vs. Lansing City.
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The local semi-pro soccer team—2017 & 2018 conference champs—plays this United Soccer League Two rival. The July home schedule also includes a game vs. Midwest United FC (July 13, 7:30 p.m.). 7:30 p.m., Saline High School Hornet Stadium, 1300 Campus Pkwy, Saline. Tickets $10 (kids, $8) in advance at afcannarbor.com, $12 at the gate. Group discounts available. 408–1627.

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“Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Ghost Machine”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
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Every Wed.Sun., Apr. 15Aug. 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 $2551 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. 

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