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May 14, 2024
“Community Keys”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival
Every day, May 1–June 21. Three pianos painted by U-M students are available at different locations throughout Ann Arbor for anyone to play an impromptu concert. On May 1, world-renowned local boogie-woogie & blues pianist Mark “Mr. B” Braun plays a concert at each of the 3 locations. Also, scheduled concerts by local pianists TBA every Wednesday and Saturday (see a2sf.org). The project culminates with a grand finale piano trio performance on June 21 at Top of the Park. Scheduled concerts begin at noon, Ann Arbor Farmers Market; 2:30 p.m., Michigan Theater; 5 p.m., U-M Shapiro Undergrad Library, 919 South University. Free. (734) 994–5999.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
Every Wed. & Tues. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet locations. Rain or shine. 6 p.m. (Wed.) Fleet Feet, 123 E. Liberty, & 8 a.m. (Tues.), Dozer Coffee, 112 Jackson Plaza. Free. (734) 769–5016 (Wed.) & (734) 929–9022 (Tues.). fleetfeet.com.
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“Potted Annuals to Attract Hummingbirds & Butterflies”: Ann Arbor Good Thyme Garden Club
Talk by club member Carol Brodbeck, former president of the Michigan Garden Clubs. 10 a.m., Arbor Hospice, rm. 127, 2366 Oak Valley. Free. For info, email bion@umich.edu.
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“The Other Gasses: The Politics of Short-Lived Climate Pollutants”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Alfred Gourdji Distinguished Lecture Series
U-M public policy professor Barry Rabe discusses efforts to reduce methane and hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions. The fifth in a series of 6 monthly lectures. 10–11:30 a.m., Washtenaw Community College Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Preregistration required at olli-umich.org. $95 (members, $60) for the 5-lecture series. $12 per lecture for members. Membership, $35 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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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 bit.ly/a2-turner-cal-may2024. (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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“Tummy Time”: AADL Westgate
May 14 & 28. (10:30–11:30 a.m.): “Tummy Time”: AADL Westgate. 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. 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): Playgroups for Babies: AADL. 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., except May 27), 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): Preschool Storytimes: AADL. Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m., except May 27 & 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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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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., except May 27 & 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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“Healthy Living”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
2401 Plymouth Rd. Talks for seniors. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/a2-turner-cal-may2024. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
May 13 & 14 (noon–4 p.m.): “AARP Safety Driver Class.” Bring driver’s license and AARP card, $20 ($25 for non-AARP members) preregister by calling.
May 16 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Yoga for Right Now.” With yoga teacher Dorothyann Coyne.
May 20 (10–11 a.m.): “Kitchen Clinic Natural Health: The Mighty Brassica” Cooking demo with naturopathic doctor Nia-Avelina Aguirre, $10, preregister by calling (734) 883–7513.
May 29 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Senior Nutrition and Inflammation.” With Turner Geriatric fellow Jean Narzoo.
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“Community Tech Support”: Venue
All invited to bring their smartphone conundrums, laptop issues, or other frustrating technical questions to AsKevin, Inc. (Ypsilanti) technicians. Solutions not guaranteed. 1–4 p.m., Venue, 1919 South Industrial. Free. shelly@askevin.com.
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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 bit.ly/a2-turner-cal-may2024. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m.), 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. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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“Would You Be Served Such Meat for Your Supper?: Consumption and Conversation in the Early Modern Atlantic World: U-M Medieval and Early Modern Studies
Newcastle University (UK) history professor Emily Price discusses Early Modern dining habits through the lens of a 1629 French travel treatise which contains a curious description of a dinner during which a Catholic pilgrim and his Protestant host nearly come to blows over the proper way to serve a partridge. 2:30–4 p.m., 1014 Tisch Hall, 435 State. Free. (734) 764-2559.
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Poetry Reading: Northfield Township Area Library
With Michigan poet laureate Nandi Comer and poet/performer Caleb “the Negro Artist” Rainey, winner of several poetry slams across the U.S. Followed by Q&A. 3:30–4:30 p.m., NTAL, 125 Barker, Whitmore Lake. Free. Preregistration required at tinyurl.com/northfieldlib-5-14-24. (734) 327–4200.
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U-M Baseball
Game vs. CMU. The 2024 home season concludes with a 3-game series vs. Purdue (May 10, 6 p.m.; May 11, 2 p.m.; May 12, 1 p.m.) and a single game vs. Akron (May 14, 4 p.m.). 4 p.m. Ray Fisher Stadium, 1114 S. State. Tickets (price TBA) at mgoblue.com/tickets & at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
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3D Printing Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
May 14 & 19 (different times). A chance for adults and kids grade 3 & up to learn about the library's 3D printing resources and print a small object to take home. 5:30–7:30 p.m. (May 14) & 11 a.m.–5 p.m. (May 19), AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Beyond Stewardship”: Stewardship Network Stewards’ Circle
All invited to learn about and discuss the Seeds to Community project, which offers hands-on activities in native plant seed collection, processing, planting, growing, and sharing. 6–7 p.m., Meri Lou Murray Rec Center barn, 2960 Washtenaw (parking entrance from Platt). Free. huronarbor@stewardshipnetwork.org, stewardshipnetwork.org/huron-arbor-cluster. (734) 996–3190.
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“Craft & Drink with SCRAP Creative Reuse”: Bløm Meadworks
All invited to work on their own craft, with materials provided by SCRAP. Supplies include Earth-month-themed craft-making materials this month. 6–8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. $10–$15 (pay what you can), in advance (often exceeds capacity) at drinkblom.com/events and at the door. (734) 548–9729.
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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. $10. Preregistration recommended. info@sylvanfactory.com.
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“Handmade Felt Food: Avocado”: Ann Arbor District Library
Adults invited to make colorful toy avocados out of felt. This beginner-level craft involves using sharp needles. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Pittsfield, 2359 Oak Valley. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Tuesday Evening Birders”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance (formerly Washtenaw Audubon Society)
Every Tues. Club members lead evening walks at various local birding sites. Bring binoculars and (if you have one) a scope. 6–10 p.m., usually carpool, with locations posted at least 24 hours in advance; preregistration required at tinyurl.com/3xd7etny. Free. washtenawaudubon.org.
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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. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower; 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; & 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Weaving Threads of Unity: Friends In Deed Annual Fundraising Dinner
Dinner with speakers TBA. Silent auction, wine pull. 6–8:30 p.m., Washtenaw Community College Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. $100 in advance only at givebutter.com/c/love4Sarah. friendsindeedmi.org, (734) 519–5219.
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“Springtime Exhibition & Invitational Competition”: Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club
May 14 & 16–19. May 14: AAFSC skaters exhibit their routines in preparation for the competition. May 16–19: skaters from beginners to seniors compete in freestyle, ice dance, pairs, and showcase categories. 6:15 p.m.–8:05 p.m. (Tues.), 6:15 p.m.–8 p.m. (Thurs.), 9 a.m.–8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9 a.m.–noon (Sun.), Ann Arbor Ice Cube, 2121 Oak Valley. Free. (734) 213–6768.
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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, Chelsea. Free. For each week’s route, email scimitargs@gmail.com.
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Algorithmic Art: Ann Arbor District Library
Adults and kids grade 3 & up invited to create a design based on randomly selected pens and dice rolls to determine what to draw. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Ave. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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 p.m.): Power Cards. $10. Tues. (6:30): 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 p.m.): Magic rotating draft. Cost varies. Sat. (6 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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“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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“Children of Nobody”: Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival
May 5–26. Annual festival of documentary and feature films on Jewish themes. Includes both in-person screenings at the State Theatre (except as noted) and different films made available each week to stream anytime. $12 per film; virtual festival pass, $50–$150. Various times & locations. jccannarbor.org/film-festival. (734) 971–0990.
May 14: “Children of Nobody” (Erez Tadmor, 2023). Drama about the director of a home for troubled youth who takes on a businessman who wants to tear it down to build a boutique hotel. Hebrew, subtitles. 7 p.m.
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“Honeybee Hygiene and Health”: Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers
University of North Carolina beekeeper and research scientist Kaira Wagoner discusses, via a Zoom hookup at U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, her work on honeybee chemical communication and other topics. 7–9 p.m., Matthaei auditorium, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. a2b2club.org.
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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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Fantasy and Science Fiction/Theory Reading Group: U-M English Department
All age 21 & over invited to discuss Black No More, Harlem Renaissance journalist George S. Schuyler’s 1931 satirical novel about a young African American man who undergoes a new scientific procedure to become white, and the broader social ramifications as the procedure becomes wildly popular. 7–9 p.m., U-M Shapiro Library, rm. 4004, enter from the Diag. Free. For questions, virtual access: fantasysf@umich.edu.
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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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Pub Sing: Ann Arbor Morris
Local Morris dancers lead participants in an evening of rousing choruses, drinking songs, sea shanties, and English folk songs. No set program; all welcome to lead any song with a singable, reasonably easy-to-learn chorus. 7–9 p.m., Sidetrack Bar and Grill, upstairs rm., 56 E. Cross, Ypsilanti. Free. bsagan@msu.edu, (908) 721–2599.
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The Philadelphia Eleven Special Screening and Panel Discussion: Episcopal Diocese of Michigan
The Philadelphia Eleven is the untold story of eleven women who challenged the status quo and were ordained to the Episcopal priesthood in violation of the norms of the Episcopal Church. This film follows their dramatic breakthrough of the so-called stained-glass ceiling in 1974. After the screening, audience members are invited to stay for a panel discussion with five women from different generations and backgrounds who have their own stories of breaking new ground. Panelists are: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Bonnie A. Perry; The Rev. Joyce Matthews; The Rev. Barbara Cavin; The Rev. Emily Williams Guffey; and
The Rev. Anne Clarke.
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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. $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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German Speakers Round Table
May 14 & 28. 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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“Community Keys”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival
Every day, May 1–June 21. Three pianos painted by U-M students are available at different locations throughout Ann Arbor for anyone to play an impromptu concert. On May 1, world-renowned local boogie-woogie & blues pianist Mark “Mr. B” Braun plays a concert at each of the 3 locations. Also, scheduled concerts by local pianists TBA every Wednesday and Saturday (see a2sf.org). The project culminates with a grand finale piano trio performance on June 21 at Top of the Park. Scheduled concerts begin at noon, Ann Arbor Farmers Market; 2:30 p.m., Michigan Theater; 5 p.m., U-M Shapiro Undergrad Library, 919 South University. Free. (734) 994–5999.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
Every Wed. & Tues. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet locations. Rain or shine. 6 p.m. (Wed.) Fleet Feet, 123 E. Liberty, & 8 a.m. (Tues.), Dozer Coffee, 112 Jackson Plaza. Free. (734) 769–5016 (Wed.) & (734) 929–9022 (Tues.). fleetfeet.com.
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“Potted Annuals to Attract Hummingbirds & Butterflies”: Ann Arbor Good Thyme Garden Club
Talk by club member Carol Brodbeck, former president of the Michigan Garden Clubs. 10 a.m., Arbor Hospice, rm. 127, 2366 Oak Valley. Free. For info, email bion@umich.edu.
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“The Other Gasses: The Politics of Short-Lived Climate Pollutants”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Alfred Gourdji Distinguished Lecture Series
U-M public policy professor Barry Rabe discusses efforts to reduce methane and hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions. The fifth in a series of 6 monthly lectures. 10–11:30 a.m., Washtenaw Community College Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Preregistration required at olli-umich.org. $95 (members, $60) for the 5-lecture series. $12 per lecture for members. Membership, $35 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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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 bit.ly/a2-turner-cal-may2024. (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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“Tummy Time”: AADL Westgate
May 14 & 28. (10:30–11:30 a.m.): “Tummy Time”: AADL Westgate. 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. 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): Playgroups for Babies: AADL. 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., except May 27), 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): Preschool Storytimes: AADL. Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m., except May 27 & 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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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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., except May 27 & 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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“Healthy Living”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
2401 Plymouth Rd. Talks for seniors. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/a2-turner-cal-may2024. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
May 13 & 14 (noon–4 p.m.): “AARP Safety Driver Class.” Bring driver’s license and AARP card, $20 ($25 for non-AARP members) preregister by calling.
May 16 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Yoga for Right Now.” With yoga teacher Dorothyann Coyne.
May 20 (10–11 a.m.): “Kitchen Clinic Natural Health: The Mighty Brassica” Cooking demo with naturopathic doctor Nia-Avelina Aguirre, $10, preregister by calling (734) 883–7513.
May 29 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Senior Nutrition and Inflammation.” With Turner Geriatric fellow Jean Narzoo.
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“Community Tech Support”: Venue
All invited to bring their smartphone conundrums, laptop issues, or other frustrating technical questions to AsKevin, Inc. (Ypsilanti) technicians. Solutions not guaranteed. 1–4 p.m., Venue, 1919 South Industrial. Free. shelly@askevin.com.
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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 bit.ly/a2-turner-cal-may2024. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m.), 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. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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“Would You Be Served Such Meat for Your Supper?: Consumption and Conversation in the Early Modern Atlantic World: U-M Medieval and Early Modern Studies
Newcastle University (UK) history professor Emily Price discusses Early Modern dining habits through the lens of a 1629 French travel treatise which contains a curious description of a dinner during which a Catholic pilgrim and his Protestant host nearly come to blows over the proper way to serve a partridge. 2:30–4 p.m., 1014 Tisch Hall, 435 State. Free. (734) 764-2559.
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Poetry Reading: Northfield Township Area Library
With Michigan poet laureate Nandi Comer and poet/performer Caleb “the Negro Artist” Rainey, winner of several poetry slams across the U.S. Followed by Q&A. 3:30–4:30 p.m., NTAL, 125 Barker, Whitmore Lake. Free. Preregistration required at tinyurl.com/northfieldlib-5-14-24. (734) 327–4200.
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U-M Baseball
Game vs. CMU. The 2024 home season concludes with a 3-game series vs. Purdue (May 10, 6 p.m.; May 11, 2 p.m.; May 12, 1 p.m.) and a single game vs. Akron (May 14, 4 p.m.). 4 p.m. Ray Fisher Stadium, 1114 S. State. Tickets (price TBA) at mgoblue.com/tickets & at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
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3D Printing Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
May 14 & 19 (different times). A chance for adults and kids grade 3 & up to learn about the library's 3D printing resources and print a small object to take home. 5:30–7:30 p.m. (May 14) & 11 a.m.–5 p.m. (May 19), AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Beyond Stewardship”: Stewardship Network Stewards’ Circle
All invited to learn about and discuss the Seeds to Community project, which offers hands-on activities in native plant seed collection, processing, planting, growing, and sharing. 6–7 p.m., Meri Lou Murray Rec Center barn, 2960 Washtenaw (parking entrance from Platt). Free. huronarbor@stewardshipnetwork.org, stewardshipnetwork.org/huron-arbor-cluster. (734) 996–3190.
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“Craft & Drink with SCRAP Creative Reuse”: Bløm Meadworks
All invited to work on their own craft, with materials provided by SCRAP. Supplies include Earth-month-themed craft-making materials this month. 6–8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. $10–$15 (pay what you can), in advance (often exceeds capacity) at drinkblom.com/events and at the door. (734) 548–9729.
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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. $10. Preregistration recommended. info@sylvanfactory.com.
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“Handmade Felt Food: Avocado”: Ann Arbor District Library
Adults invited to make colorful toy avocados out of felt. This beginner-level craft involves using sharp needles. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Pittsfield, 2359 Oak Valley. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Tuesday Evening Birders”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance (formerly Washtenaw Audubon Society)
Every Tues. Club members lead evening walks at various local birding sites. Bring binoculars and (if you have one) a scope. 6–10 p.m., usually carpool, with locations posted at least 24 hours in advance; preregistration required at tinyurl.com/3xd7etny. Free. washtenawaudubon.org.
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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. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower; 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; & 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Weaving Threads of Unity: Friends In Deed Annual Fundraising Dinner
Dinner with speakers TBA. Silent auction, wine pull. 6–8:30 p.m., Washtenaw Community College Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. $100 in advance only at givebutter.com/c/love4Sarah. friendsindeedmi.org, (734) 519–5219.
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“Springtime Exhibition & Invitational Competition”: Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club
May 14 & 16–19. May 14: AAFSC skaters exhibit their routines in preparation for the competition. May 16–19: skaters from beginners to seniors compete in freestyle, ice dance, pairs, and showcase categories. 6:15 p.m.–8:05 p.m. (Tues.), 6:15 p.m.–8 p.m. (Thurs.), 9 a.m.–8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9 a.m.–noon (Sun.), Ann Arbor Ice Cube, 2121 Oak Valley. Free. (734) 213–6768.
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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, Chelsea. Free. For each week’s route, email scimitargs@gmail.com.
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Algorithmic Art: Ann Arbor District Library
Adults and kids grade 3 & up invited to create a design based on randomly selected pens and dice rolls to determine what to draw. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Ave. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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 p.m.): Power Cards. $10. Tues. (6:30): 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 p.m.): Magic rotating draft. Cost varies. Sat. (6 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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“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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“Children of Nobody”: Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival
May 5–26. Annual festival of documentary and feature films on Jewish themes. Includes both in-person screenings at the State Theatre (except as noted) and different films made available each week to stream anytime. $12 per film; virtual festival pass, $50–$150. Various times & locations. jccannarbor.org/film-festival. (734) 971–0990.
May 14: “Children of Nobody” (Erez Tadmor, 2023). Drama about the director of a home for troubled youth who takes on a businessman who wants to tear it down to build a boutique hotel. Hebrew, subtitles. 7 p.m.
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“Honeybee Hygiene and Health”: Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers
University of North Carolina beekeeper and research scientist Kaira Wagoner discusses, via a Zoom hookup at U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, her work on honeybee chemical communication and other topics. 7–9 p.m., Matthaei auditorium, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. a2b2club.org.
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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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Fantasy and Science Fiction/Theory Reading Group: U-M English Department
All age 21 & over invited to discuss Black No More, Harlem Renaissance journalist George S. Schuyler’s 1931 satirical novel about a young African American man who undergoes a new scientific procedure to become white, and the broader social ramifications as the procedure becomes wildly popular. 7–9 p.m., U-M Shapiro Library, rm. 4004, enter from the Diag. Free. For questions, virtual access: fantasysf@umich.edu.
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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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Pub Sing: Ann Arbor Morris
Local Morris dancers lead participants in an evening of rousing choruses, drinking songs, sea shanties, and English folk songs. No set program; all welcome to lead any song with a singable, reasonably easy-to-learn chorus. 7–9 p.m., Sidetrack Bar and Grill, upstairs rm., 56 E. Cross, Ypsilanti. Free. bsagan@msu.edu, (908) 721–2599.
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The Philadelphia Eleven Special Screening and Panel Discussion: Episcopal Diocese of Michigan
The Philadelphia Eleven is the untold story of eleven women who challenged the status quo and were ordained to the Episcopal priesthood in violation of the norms of the Episcopal Church. This film follows their dramatic breakthrough of the so-called stained-glass ceiling in 1974. After the screening, audience members are invited to stay for a panel discussion with five women from different generations and backgrounds who have their own stories of breaking new ground. Panelists are: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Bonnie A. Perry; The Rev. Joyce Matthews; The Rev. Barbara Cavin; The Rev. Emily Williams Guffey; and
The Rev. Anne Clarke.
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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. $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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German Speakers Round Table
May 14 & 28. 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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