Observer Editor
Community Listing
Online Event
Creative Washtenaw Event
Free Event
Donation Suggested
Hybrid Event
Events in July 2025
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Looking for live music tonight?
Visit our Nightspots listing.
July 10, 2025
“Nature Play Pop-Ups”: Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Observer Editor
Tuesdays (10–11:30 a.m.) & Wednesdays (5:30–7 p.m.): “Nature Play Pop-Ups”: Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Kids ages 3–7 (accompanied by a parent or caregiver) invited to learn about nature and take part in hands-on craft and other activities.
July 1 & 2: “Building Like Beavers.”
July 8 & 9: “Terraforming Gardens.”
July 15 only: “Snake Clay Play.”
July 22 & 23: “Cutting Garden Bouquets.”
July 29 & 30: “Nature Potions.”
Matthaei Botanical Gardens Gaffield Children’s Garden, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/event/nature-play-pop, (734) 647–7600.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Nature Play Pop-Ups”: Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Observer Editor
Tuesdays (10–11:30 a.m.) & Wednesdays (5:30–7 p.m.): “Nature Play Pop-Ups”: Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Kids ages 3–7 (accompanied by a parent or caregiver) invited to learn about nature and take part in hands-on craft and other activities.
July 1 & 2: “Building Like Beavers.”
July 8 & 9: “Terraforming Gardens.”
July 15 only: “Snake Clay Play.”
July 22 & 23: “Cutting Garden Bouquets.”
July 29 & 30: “Nature Potions.”
Matthaei Botanical Gardens Gaffield Children’s Garden, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/event/nature-play-pop, (734) 647–7600.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
Observer Editor
Every Tues.–Sun. (except July 4). Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages, including the debut of T.REX (2 p.m.), which explores the iconic dinosaur in scientific and cinematic history and contains scenes of dinosaur violence. Also, Sea Monsters (noon) follows a curious dolichorhynchops (an extinct species of marine reptile) as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 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. Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the gift shop. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Cavanaugh Lake Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 20 to 30 miles, along the less-traveled roads west and north of Chelsea. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Cavanaugh Lake County Park, 33 Cavanaugh Lake Rd., Chelsea. Free. kmcguinn@comcast.net, (734) 649-9762.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Computer Help: Pittsfield Township Community Center
Observer Editor
Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Computer Help (Thurs. 9–11:45 a.m.). With Jack Spence.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Artist’s Open Studio: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Observer Editor
Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org, bpatton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
Artist’s Open Studio (Thurs. 9:30–11 a.m.). $2; members, free.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Flower Arrangers: Pittsfield Township Community Center
Observer Editor
Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Flower Arrangers (Thurs. 9:30–11 a.m.). $20 first and $10 subsequent sessions.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Crafty Chaos”: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. (10 a.m.–noon): “Crafty Chaos”: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. Kids of all ages invited to make various crafts. AAHOM, 220 E. Ann. $16 museum admission (babies under 2, free). discoverscienceandnature.org/aahom, (734) 995–9439.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Open Chinese Mah-jongg
Observer Editor
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/turner-snr-calendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Open Chinese Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon).
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Preschool ArtStart”: AADL
Observer Editor
July 7, 9, & 10 (10:30–11 a.m., different branch locations): “Preschool ArtStart”: AADL. AADL staff lead children ages 2–5, accompanied by an adult, in arts and crafts, with an emphasis on fun. Traverwood (Mon.), Pittsfield (Wed.), & Malletts Creek (Thurs.).
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Observer Editor
Every Tues.–Sun. (except July 4). 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. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Preschool Storytimes: AADL
Observer Editor
Every Mon.–Fri. (different times): Preschool Storytimes: AADL.
Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver).
Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m.),
Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.),
Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 29 & Wed. 10:30 a.m., except July 30),
Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m., except July 31),
Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m., except July 4).
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Sonic Lunch”: Bank of Ann Arbor
Observer Editor
See 3 Thursday. Today: May Erlewine, big-voiced singer-songwriter from Big Rapids performs thoughtful, richly emotional country-flavored songs. Opener: The Rebel Eves, Michigan Americana trio—consisting of Grace Theisen, Jilian Linklater, and Katie Pederson—known for their emotionally empowering original songs with tight three-part harmonies. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Liberty Plaza, E. Liberty at S. Division. Free. soniclunch.com, (734) 662–1600.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
ACBL-Sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Observer Editor
Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org, bpatton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
ACBL-Sanctioned Bridge (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). $9; members, $8.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
John and Susanne Stephenson Sculpture Garden: Stephenson Ceramics
Community Listing
The Sculpture Garden, Studio and Gallery featuring guest artists, welcomes visitors of all ages. Over 50 sculptures are curated into the landscape for the summer months. Explore 60 years worth of innovative and cutting edge ceramics and sculpture. Open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 12-4 through October 25th. Group Tours available thru or website.
4380 Waters Road ,Ann Arbor. Free. patti.stephensonceramicstudio@gmail.com www.stephensonceramicstudio.com 734 395 1540.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“K–5 Nature Crafts: Seeking Snakes”: Ann Arbor Parks Department Natural Area Preservation
Observer Editor
July 10 (1–2:30 p.m.): “K–5 Nature Crafts: Seeking Snakes”: Ann Arbor Parks Department Natural Area Preservation. Kids in grades K–5, accompanied by an adult, invited to learn about local snakes, take a short walk, then use natural materials to build their own snake sculpture. Dress for the weather. Bandemer Park Shelter, entering the park from Barton Shore Dr. (then take the trail from the southeast corner of the parking lot). Free, preregistration required (space limited) at tinyurl.com/a2parksrec. epotter@a2gov.org.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Wild Summer Bees”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
Observer Editor
July 10, 24, & 31. WCPARC naturalist Shawn Severance leads 3 early afternoon walks, each through a different prairie in the county to learn about wild pollinators. 1–3 p.m., Independence Lake County Park (July 10), 3200 Jennings, Whitmore Lake; Rolling Hills County Park (July 24), 7660 Stony Creek Rd.; & Leonard Preserve (July 31), 375 N. Union St., Manchester. Free. Preregistration required at tinyurl.com/wcparc-july2025, registration #841009. Space limited. Email questions to severances@washtenaw.org.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
Observer Editor
Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) 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. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
"Wise Guys: Conversations for Men": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
Observer Editor
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/turner-snr-calendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 2–3:30 p.m. via Zoom).
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Men's Group: Pittsfield Township Community Center
Observer Editor
Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Men’s Group (Thurs. 2–4 p.m.). Discussion group.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Bert and Trixie Visit the Vet”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Observer Editor
Every Wed.–Sun., June 20–Aug. 31. Rhiannon Ragland directs the premiere of Michigan actor-playwright Matt Letscher’s comedy about 4 pets in a veterinarian’s waiting room who plan an escape when they begin to suspect one of them is in danger. Adult language and subject matter. 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sat., Wed., & Thurs.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $45.15 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org and (734) 433–7673, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Comics Jam!”: AADL Malletts Creek
Observer Editor
July 10 (3–4 p.m.): “Comics Jam!”: AADL Malletts Creek. Kids grades K-5 invited to draw 2 simple cartoons to use in their own comics. No prior experience necessary. Those interested in submitting work to the Kids Comic Contest can find out more at aadl.org/kidscomiccontest.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“DIY Stamps”: AADL Westgate
Observer Editor
July 10 (3–4 p.m.): “DIY Stamps”: AADL Westgate. Kids grades preK–5 invited to use foam shapes to make their own rubber stamps.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Passerine Portraits with Pastels”: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation Environmental Education
Observer Editor
Adults age 18 and up invited to make a portrait of their favorite songbird using pastels. Instruction and all materials provided. 5–7 p.m., Burns Park Shelter, 1300 Baldwin. Free, preregistration required (space limited) at tinyurl.com/a2parksrec. epotter@a2gov.org.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Introductory Woodcarving: Carve a Fishing Lure”: Ann Arbor District Library
Observer Editor
Adults & teens invited to learn woodcarving basics, then carve a small fishing lure to take home. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Hills of Ann Arbor”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. Fast-paced 30-mile ride focused on climbing the hills north and east of Ann Arbor. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Washtenaw Community College back parking lot no. 6A (near the pond), 4800 E. Huron River Drive. New riders text Tom Chettleburgh at (734) 552–1025. Free.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Thursday Evening Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 25 to 35 miles, along the less-traveled unpaved roads around Chelsea. Bring a chair, beverage, or snack for a postride tailgate. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Email mmotowski@hotmail.com for each week’s route. Free. (313) 980-5277.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Bad Decisions Track Club
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. Runners of all abilities invited to join this eclectic group of runners ranging from people training for their first 5K to ultramarathoners. Sessions are typically interval-based track workouts, followed by socializing at a nearby brewery. 6 p.m. Ferry Field, State at Hoover (may meet elsewhere if the weather is bad). Free. See walline.wixsite.com/bdtc to sign up for email updates on each week’s workout.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Drop-In Knitting: Spun
Observer Editor
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.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Fiber Arts Drop-In: Dzanc House
Observer Editor
July 10 & 24. All invited to join in crocheting, knitting, embroidering, etc. 6–9 p.m., Dzanc House, 402 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti. Free. dzanchouse.org. [5x] [10 & 24 Thurs]
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
Observer Editor
Every Tues., Thurs., Sat., & Mon. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join an interval-based training run (Tues.), a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), or a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). 6 p.m. (Tues.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower; & 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Closer”: Literati Bookstore
Observer Editor
Oregon-based writer Miriam Gershow is joined by U-M creative writing professor Laura Thomas to discuss her new novel, a subtle and insightful study of America’s fractured culture through the lens of escalating political and racial tensions in a tranquil Oregon college town during the early days of Trump’s 2016 candidacy. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights”: Chelsea Area Festivals & Events
Observer Editor
See 3 Thursday. Tonight: Celtic music by the high school student Chelsea House Orchestra, classic rock and pop covers by Father Stone, the 15-piece jazz & swing ensemble The Big Band Theory, acoustic classic rock by Abbey Rose & Co., and the Clinton acoustic indie pop-rock band Luna Pier. 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Nerd Nite”: Ann Arbor District Library
Observer Editor
Adults age 21 & up invited to this popular monthly event featuring three speakers TBA (at annarbor.nerdnite.com) who give fun yet informative 20-minute talks about things that interest them, anything from how a trumpet works to the legacy of Louis Pasteur. 7–9 p.m., LIVE, 102 S. First St. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Salty Summer Sounds Live Music Series”: Saline Main Street
Observer Editor
See 3 Thursday. Tonight: The progressive Celtic folk duo Ironwood. 7–9 p.m.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Singing for Comfort”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
Observer Editor
All invited to join a sing-along of soothing songs that are easy to learn. No experience necessary. 7–8:30 p.m., 704 Airport Blvd., ste. 1. Free. (734) 327–0270.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“This Old House”: Michigan Theater
Observer Editor
Michigan Theater. Film screenings every day. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
July 10: “This Old House” (Buster Keaton, 1917-1923). Three silent comedy shorts directed by and starring the master of physical comedy: The Playhouse, in which Keaton plays a havoc-causing stagehand; The Electric House, in which he is a botanist dangerously working as an electrician; and One Week, in which newlyweds attempt to erect a build-it-yourself house. With live accompaniment by Andrew Rogers on the Barton organ. 7 p.m.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
Observer Editor
Every Thurs.–Sat., June 5–Aug. 31. Local musicians perform at several locations along Main Street downtown. Rain cancels. 7–9 p.m., S. Main between E. Washington and W. William. For the complete lineup, go to mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets. Free.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Live Trivia: Bløm Meadworks
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. (except July 3). Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
Observer Editor
July 10 & 24. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. Alcohol is served. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m., 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com; $6 at the door. (734) 996–9080.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Skillhouse”: Fathom Entertainment
Observer Editor
Fathom Entertainment. (734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, Ypsilanti) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
July 10–17: “Skillhouse” (Josh Stolberg, 2025). Gory horror satire about a group of social media influencers trapped in a mansion where they must compete for online likes in order to survive. 7:15 p.m.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. Popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team of up to 6 people. Prizes. 7:30 p.m. or so, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. (734) 665–2968.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Say What?” Comedy Open Mic: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. Stand-up comedy open mic emceed by local comics Ned Rice and Jeff Teed. All age 18 & up welcome to come listen, or sign up for 6-minute sets starting at 7:30 p.m. 8–10 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. Free, but preregistration advised at heardotsay.com/events. hello@heardotsay.com.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Live Trivia: Bløm Meadworks
Observer Editor
Every Thurs. (except July 3). Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729.
Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal