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March 7, 2023

"The Thorn": Fathom Events.
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"The Thorn": Fathom Events.
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Mar. 6 & 7: (Rob Stennett & Andrew Harmon, 2023). Filmed version of a long-running stage production that tells the story of Jesus with Cirque du Soleil-style aerial acrobatics and dance. 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $11.50–$12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomevents.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), different times.

 

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Mah-jongg: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
9:00 am - 11:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Mah-jongg: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
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Every Tues, 9-11 a.m. Free (except as noted) in person weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming. 9-11 a.m., Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd.. Free. recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.

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Online Meditation Drop-In: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
10:00 am - 11:30 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Online Meditation Drop-In: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
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Free. Events are either in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd., or via Zoom. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 998–9353.

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Online Meditation Drop-In (Tues. 10–11:30 a.m.) via Zoom.

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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History.
11:00 am - 3:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History.
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Every Tues.–Sun. & Mar. 2731. 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. 764–0478.

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“Playgroups for Babies”: AADL.
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“Playgroups for Babies”: AADL.
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Every Mon.–Wed.: For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m.–noon), Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.). 

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Preschool Storytimes: AADL.
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL.
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Every Mon.–Fri.: Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 25 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m.), Downtown & Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Wed. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood & Pittsfield (Thurs. 11 a.m.), Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m. & Mar. 28, 7 p.m.).

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Noon Lecture Series: U-M Center for Chinese Studies.
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Noon Lecture Series: U-M Center for Chinese Studies.
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Mar. 7, 21, & 28. Talks by visiting scholars. Sandwiches, cookies, & coffee served. Mar. 7: Columbia University urban planning professor Weiping Wu on “China Urbanizing: Impacts and Transitions.” Mar. 21: University of California history professor Michael Nylan discusses a 3rd-century BCE collection of Chinese philosophical writings in “Xunzi and Aristotle on Freedom.” Mar. 28: Indiana University East Asian languages and cultures professor Ethan Michelson on “Decoupling: Gender Injustice in China’s Divorce Courts.” Noon–1 p.m., 110 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. For livestream, preregister at ii.umich.edu/lrccs. Free. 764–6308.

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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
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Every Thurs., Fri., & Tues. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri. & Tues.) or a 499er game for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points (Thurs.). 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $6 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email kahanae@yahoo.net or ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand. 

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Euchre: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Euchre: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
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Every Tues., Jan. 9- Mar. 31. Free (except as noted) in person weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming. 1-3:30 a.m., Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd.. Free. recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.

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“Bedlam”: State Theatre.
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Mar. 7: (Kenneth Paul Rosenberg, 2020). Full-length documentary about the barriers to mental health care, the criminalization of mentally ill people, and how homelessness is connected to both. Followed by a panel discussion of Washtenaw County and U-M mental health experts. FREE. 6 p.m. Film screenings every Tues. & Thurs.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8:50; MTF members, $8; matinee $7.50) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see MichTheater.org.

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“Inside Michigan Hockey”: WTKA (1050 AM)/WXYT (1270 AM).
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“Inside Michigan Hockey”: WTKA (1050 AM)/WXYT (1270 AM).
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Tentative, airs if U-M is still alive in the Big Ten tournament. Sportscasters Al Randall and Fred Pletsch host a live radio broadcast from inside the Pretzel Bell with U-M men’s ice hockey coach Brandon Naurato. 6 p.m., Pretzel Bell, 226 S. Main. Seating limited. Free admission, but must order food & drinks to sit. bit.ly/insideMIhockey.

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“The Things We Love: How Our Passions Connect Us and Make Us Who We Are”: Literati Bookstore/Ann Arbor District Library.
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“The Things We Love: How Our Passions Connect Us and Make Us Who We Are”: Literati Bookstore/Ann Arbor District Library.
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U-M Dearborn marketing professor Aaron Ahuvia discusses his new book about the way people come to love things besides other people, such as sports teams, phones, photos, cars, clothing, hobbies, and nature. Signing. 6 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Rd. Free. 585–5567.

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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 locations. Rain or shine. 8 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), 5700 Jackson Rd. & (Tues.), 123 E. Liberty. Free. 929–9022 (Sat.) 769–5016 (Tues.). 

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BattleTech: Classic: Sylvan Factory.
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Every Tues. All invited to play this fast-paced tabletop miniatures war game. No experience needed; materials provided. 6–9 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.

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Button Lab: Ann Arbor District Library.
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Button Lab: Ann Arbor District Library.
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All invited to have fun turning their drawings or images from old magazines into buttons using AADL button makers. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. 327–4200. 

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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory.
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Every Mon.-Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. Wed. 5–8 p.m.: Casual Commander, the most popular form of the game, free. Fri. 6:30–10 p.m.: Magic rotating draft, cost varies. Sat. noon–3 p.m.: Intro to Magic: The Gathering, free. Sat. 6–10 p.m.: Commander Pods, casual groups of 4 players, free. Mon. 6:30–10 p.m.: Power Cards, $10. Tues. 6–9 p.m.: MTG Pauper, a fun and fast format for all skill levels, $5. Prizes paid in store credit. Various times. Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium.  Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.

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“Food Literacy for All”: U-M Sustainable Food Systems Initiative.
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“Food Literacy for All”: U-M Sustainable Food Systems Initiative.
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Every Tues. (except Feb. 28), Jan. 10–Apr. 4. Mostly virtual lecture series (Mar. 14 is in person). Mar. 7: Baltimore-area farmer Aleya Fraser on “Food Sovereignty and Chocolate.” Mar. 14: Ten U-M faculty from various disciplines give 5-minute talks related to food and/or agriculture in “Fast Food for Thought.” In-person location TBA. Mar. 21: Climate Justice Alliance co-executive director Ozawa Bineshi Albert on “Community Food Systems for Climate Justice.” Mar. 28: University of California-Santa Barbara environmental studies professor Liz Carlisle and American bison producer Latrice Tatsey on “Healing Grounds: Climate, Justice, and the Deep Roots of Regenerative Farming.” 6:30–8 p.m., for Zoom URL, preregister at sites.lsa.umich.edu/sustainablefoodsystems/foodliteracyforall. Free.

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“Writer to Writer”: Literati Bookstore/U-M Sweetland Writing Center.
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U-M drama professor Ashley Lucas and U-M English professor Phil Christman discuss their approaches to writing. The first in a series of U-M faculty conversations on writing.  6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Mask required. Free. 585–5567.

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Death Cafe: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
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Death Cafe: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
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An ICSG facilitator leads a frank conversation (via Zoom) about death. 6:30–8 p.m., for URL see InterfaithSpirit.org. Free; donations appreciated. 327–0270. 

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“70th Annual Bands in Review”: Ann Arbor Public Schools.
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“70th Annual Bands in Review”: Ann Arbor Public Schools.
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Mar. 7, 18, & 21 (different programs). More than 800 public school students perform in these 3 lively concerts. The Community High School Jazz Combo performs intermezzi during each concert. Today: Performances by the A2STEAM School concert band, Forsythe Middle School band, and the Skyline High School varsity, concert, and symphony bands. Mar. 18: Performances by the Ann Arbor Open at Mack, Tappan, and Slauson middle school bands, and the Pioneer High School varsity, concert, and symphony bands. Mar. 21: Performances by the Clague and Scarlett middle school bands, the Huron High School varsity, concert, and symphony bands. 7 p.m., Skyline High School Auditorium (Mar. 7), 2552 N. Maple Rd.); Pioneer High School Schreiber Auditorium (Mar. 18), 601 W. Stadium; Huron High School Meyers Auditorium (Mar. 21), 2727 Fuller Rd.  Tickets $5 (families of 4, $10) in advance from band members & at the door. 996–3210.

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“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active.
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“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active.
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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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“Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce 1080 Bruxelles”: Michigan Theater.
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“Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce 1080 Bruxelles”: Michigan Theater.
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Mar. 4 & 7: (Chantal Akerman, 1975). Slice-of-life drama about a widowed Belgian housewife distinguished by its restrained pace, long takes, and static shots. In a 2022 critics’ poll published by Sight & Sound, it was named the greatest film of all time, the first film directed by a woman to top the list. 7 p.m. Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. 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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“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
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“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth.
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Every Tues. Talk (via Zoom) by Imam Kamau Ayubbi. All ages welcome. 7 p.m., for URL see interfaithspirit.org/events/featured-event. $5–$10 suggested donation. 327–0270.

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Ann Arbor Camera Club.
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Ann Arbor Camera Club.
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Mar. 7 & 21 (different programs). Club members show their digital slides (Mar. 7) and prints (Mar. 21) on various topics, including this month’s assignment, “What Is It?.” Also, on Mar. 7, club member Larry Hoxey uses his images of Arizona slot canyons to discuss managing extreme lighting conditions, and on Mar. 21, members apply post-processing edits to each other’s images to discuss editing techniques. 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty, rear entrance, 2nd fl. Mask and proof of Covid-19 vaccination and booster required. Free. annarborcameraclub.org. 

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English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
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English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
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Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught; no partner or experience needed. Bring flat, clean-soled, nonslip shoes (running shoes okay) and your own water bottle. First-timers are asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr. Mask required. Suggested donation: $8 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). aactmad.org/english-country, 665–7704.

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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
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Every Tues. All male and female singers invited to join weekly rehearsals. 7–8:45 p.m., Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd. Masks encouraged, vaccination required to join. Free to visitors (annual dues for those who join). bit.ly/hvharmonizers. info@HVharmonizers.org, 796–7467. 

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LGBTQ Night: Karaoke
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LGBTQ Night: Karaoke: North Star Lounge
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Come enjoy some Karaoke at the Northstar with KJ Leslie G & DJ MystaMark!

North Star Lounge, 301 N. Fifth Ave. ,Ann Arbor. $10. nstarlounge.com

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Voices in Harmony.
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Voices in Harmony.
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Every Tues. Female singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals 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 ($28 monthly dues for those who join). info@voicesinharmonychorus.org, 765–3611.

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“Dancing with Polarities: The Human Being Between Nature and Technology”: Great Lakes Branch of the Anthroposophical Society in America.
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“Dancing with Polarities: The Human Being Between Nature and Technology”: Great Lakes Branch of the Anthroposophical Society in America.
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Judith Erb, a local Waldorf science teacher who was raised on a North Dakota farm, discusses the ethics of using chemical-based fertilizers. 7:30 p.m., Rudolf Steiner House, 1923 Geddes Ave. Free, but donations welcome. dwight.ebaugh@gmail.com, 276–5294.

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Open Mic Comedy Night: The Club Above.
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Open Mic Comedy Night: The Club Above.
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Every Tues. Open mic stand-up comedy emceed by local comic Vivian Burgett. All age 18 & up welcome to sign up for 5-minute sets starting at 7 p.m.—or just listen. 7:30–10 p.m., The Club Above (3rd floor in the Heidelberg restaurant), 215 N. Main. Free. 996–8555.

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