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Events in March 2023
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Coffee & Conversation: Pittsfield Township Community Center.
Every Wed. & Fri., Jan. 9- Mar. 31. Free (except as noted) in person weekly activities. Check meeting status before coming. 8:30-10 a.m. (Wed.) & 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (Fri.), Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd.. Free. recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.
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Wednesday Workshops: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
This month: the 3-part workshop “Finding Senior Resources in Washtenaw County” (Mar. 1, 8, & 15), as well as “Intro to Hospice Services” (Mar. 22), and “Avoiding Tax Scams” (Mar. 29). 9:30 a.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Free. Preregistration requested by emailing hnordenbrock@a2gov.org.
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“Healthy Living”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Talks for seniors. 2401 Plymouth Rd. Also via Zoom. Free. Mar. 15 (10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.): “Bone Health for Seniors,” with Stantec nurse Dana Rizzo. 998–9353.
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Mind Matters Brain Games: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Via Zoom at bit.ly/a2braingame, passcode: 739714. 10-11 a.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center (1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Free.
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“Playgroups for Babies”: AADL.
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.
Every Mon.–Fri.: Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (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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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History.
Every Tues.–Sun. & Mar. 27–31. 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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“The Argus Farm Stop Story”: Ann Arbor City Club Lunch and Learn.
Talk by Bill Brinkerhoff and Kathy Sample, who started Argus Farm Stop in 2013 as an experiment for a new model of farmer’s market. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $31 (members, $28); includes lunch, preregistration required by Mar. 10. AnnArborCityClub.org, 662–3279, ext. 1.
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“Jejueo: Korea’s Hidden Language”: U-M Nam Center for Korean Studies.
University of Hawaii linguistics professor William O'Grady discusses whether a suppressed, nearly extinct Korean dialect is, in fact, a separate language. Noon–1 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. For livestream preregister at myumi.ch/bRkqd. Free. 764–1825.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops.
Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. 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. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofGlobal@aol.com.
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Events are either in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd., or via Zoom. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 998–9353.
Today:
Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon-12:30 p.m.) via Zoom.
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Weekly Meeting: Rotary Club of Ann Arbor.
Every Wed. Speaker: Sarah Miller, CEO Destination Ann Arbor. Topic: "Why does Destination Ann Arbor exist?" All invited. Buffet lunch available ($11). Noon–1:30 p.m., U-M Union Anderson Rm. Free. jtsepp@gmail.com.
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Walking Group: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Events are either in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd., or via Zoom. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 998–9353.
Today:
Walking Group (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.) via Zoom.
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“A2SC Trivia Live!”: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Mar. 1 & 15 (1–2 p.m.). All invited to form (or join) a team of 4 or 5 persons to compete in a 2-round online trivia contest. Questions geared towards ages 55 & up, but all ages welcome. Prizes (pickup only). Online at bit.ly/a2seniortrivia, passcode: 194912. Free. bpatton@a2gov.org, 794–6250.
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Bingo: Pittsfield Township Senior Center.
Every Wed., Jan. 9- Mar. 31. Check meeting status before coming. 1-3 p.m., Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth Rd. $1 per card. recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.
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Chess: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program.
Free. Events are either in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd., or via Zoom. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 998–9353.
Today:
Chess (Wed. Mar. 1, 8, & 15; 1–4 p.m.) in person, all levels welcome, call if interested.
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“Historic Postcard Archives Blitz”: U-M Clements Library.
All invited to drop in to help annotate historic postcards. Bring a laptop, tablet, or smartphone. 3–7 p.m., Clements Library, 909 South University. Free, preregistration required at myumi.ch/9647J. 649–3370.
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“Human Error”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
Every Wed.–Sun., Feb. 3–Mar. 18. Lynch Travis directs the Michigan premiere of Ohio-based playwright Eric Pfeffinger’s political comedy about a liberal couple trying to start a family whose fertilized embryo is accidentally implanted in the uterus of a small-government-supporting NRA cardholder. Cast: Henrí Franklin, Alex Leydenfrost, Kristin Shields, Kevin Theis, and Meghan VanArsdalen. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat., except Feb. 9), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $21–$52 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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“The Place of Greek Paleography in the Cultural and Literary History of Byzantium”: U-M Library Special Collections.
University of Siena (Italy) literature professor Elena Velkovska discusses the significance of the many treasured Byzantine Greek liturgical manuscripts held in the library’s Special Collections Research Center. 4–5 p.m., Hatcher Library, 6th fl. Free. 936–2309.
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U-M Softball vs. Bowling Green.
4:30 p.m., Alumni Field, 1114 S. State. Tickets (price TBA) at mGOblue.com/tickets & at the gate. 764–0247.
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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. 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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Guided Walks: Matthaei Botanical Gardens.
Mar. 1, 8, & 15. Walks organized around different themes, including “Nature Story” (Mar. 1), “Biome Deep Dive” (Mar. 8), & “Magic in the Moment” (Mar. 15). People of all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult) invited to explore the conservatory (or the grounds if weather permits) with a guide. Arrival 15 minutes before start time recommended. 5:30–6:30 p.m., Lobby, Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. bit.ly/matthaeiwalks, 647–7600.
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“Caring Canines: The Wonderful Work of Therapy Dogs”: Evenings with OLLI (U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute).
Attaboy Dog Training owner Karen Vaden discusses what therapy dogs do, how they are trained, and why we need them. 6–7:30 p.m., Kellogg Eye Center Auditorium, 1000 Wall St. $10 (1st OLLI program, free). 998-9351.
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Die Cutter Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library.
Adults and kids age 5 & up invited to make greeting cards and other craft projects using a bewildering array of die cutting and embossing equipment. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Traverwood, 3333 Traverwood. Free. 327–4200.
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Kids Gaming Meetup: Sylvan Factory.
Every Wed. (6–8 p.m.): Kids age 8 & up invited to drop in for casual games of Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, King of Tokyo, and more. Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $10. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
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“Everything I Never Wanted to Know”: Literati Bookstore.
EMU creative writing professor Christine Hume discusses her new book, a collection of essays reflecting the extent to which we have collectively normalized violence against women, and how we are each complicit in it. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Mask required. Free. 585–5567.
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Latin Jazz Wednesday: Salsa Night Ft. Armando Vega & 313 Orchestra with Náli
Join us for a fabulous evening at Blue LLama Jazz Club for Salsa Night! This unique experience includes great food, drinks, dancing, and a live Latin band, ARMANDO VEGA & 313 ORCHESTRA! We welcome all dancing experience levels and will have a salsa instructor, NÁLI, present if you’d like her to walk you through a few steps before jumping into the mix!
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Push Pin String Art: Ann Arbor District Library.
A chance for adults and kids age 5 & up to make a work of art using corkboard, push pins, and string. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Rd. Free. 327–4200.
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“A2 Retro Tech Meetup”: All Hands Active.
All invited to bring your old tech to show off via Zoom. BBSes, Usenet, Apple II, CP/M, MS-DOS, Amiga, C64—it’s all fair game. 7–9 p.m., for URL see meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. info@allhandsactive.org.
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“Curious About Quakers?”: Ann Arbor Friends Meeting.
Mar. 1 & 15. A small panel of local Quakers answers questions and discusses the nature of the Quaker faith for those interested in learning more about it. 7–8 p.m., Quaker House, 1420 Hill St. Free. AnnArborFriends.org.
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“Tenacious Beasts: Wildlife Recoveries That Change How We Think about Animals”: Schuler Books (formerly Nicola’s) Virtual Event.
Essayist and University of Montana environmental philosophy professor Christopher Preston discusses (via Zoom) his new book, an inspiring look at wildlife species that are defying the odds and teaching important lessons about how to share a planet. 7 p.m., for URL preregister at tenaciousbeasts-schulerbooks.eventbrite.com. Free. 662–0600.
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Ann Arbor Bridge Club.
Every Wed. (except Mar. 29). All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner if you can, or call in advance or arrive 20 minutes early if you can’t. 7–10:30 p.m., Walden Hills clubhouse, 2114 Pauline east of Maple. (Park in the designated spaces in the lot on the north side of Pauline.) $6 per person. 945–6021.
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Hot Club Wednesday: Djangophonique: North Star Lounge
Djangophonique is a virtuosic, instrumentally driven quartet led by guitar player Andrew Brown. A true disciple of the style, Brown has spent countless hours immersing himself in the language of Django Reinhardt’s jazz manouche, and he’s joined on stage by bandmates that match his skill and passion for the material.
$10 Cover
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Kerrytown Crafters.
Every Wed. All crocheters, knitters, spinners, weavers, felters, sewers, and other crafters invited to work on their own projects with others. Questions welcome, help available. 7 p.m. or so, for URL join facebook.com/groups/KTCrafters. Free. 926–8863.
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Meditation & Discussion: Ann Arbor Karma Thegsum Chöling.
Every Wed. All invited for a dharma discussion. The program begins with a group meditation. 7–8 p.m., 614 Miner (enter through back door). Also livestream; for URL see annarborktc.org. Free. 678–7549.
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“Eyes Up Here”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
Performances by 5 of the best women comedians in the Detroit area: Detroit native Tiffany “T. Barb” Barber, Argentine-born stand-up comic and singer Camila Ballario, Motor City Comedy Festival producer Kara Coraci, frequent emcee and “woman of a certain age” Anne Duke, and Melanie Hearn, who has toured nationally and opened for Mike Bonner. Alcohol is served. 7:15–8:45 p.m., 212 S. Fourth Ave. $15 in advance at aacomedy.com; $17 at the door. 996–9080.
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“Gender and the English Language”: American Association of University Women.
Talk by U-M LS&A dean Anne Curzan. 7:30 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club. 1830 Washtenaw. Free. annarbor-mi.aauw.net. (844) 973–6287.
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“Reducing Your Carbon Footprint: Local Transportation Systems”: Temple Beth Emeth.
TBE Brotherhood president Bill Parkus leads a workshop (via Zoom) featuring talks by an AAATA representative and local biking enthusiasts. 7:30 p.m., for URL preregister at climateherostories.com. Free. info@ClimateHeroStories.com.
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“Rejoice”: U-M Concert Band.
Richard Frey & John Pasquale conduct this music student ensemble in a program of uplifting band music, including Sousa’s “Nobles of the Mystic Shrine,” Pulitzer-winning American composer Jennifer Higdon’s soaring “Mysterium,” up-and-coming African American composer Katahj Copley’s Serenade for Wind Nonet, the late MSU composition professor H. Owen Reed’s innovative 1949 Mexican folk song symphony La Fiesta Mexicana and Ecstatic Waters, contemporary American composer Steven Bryant’s 2008 symphony for wind ensemble and electronics. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. 615–3204.
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“Wednesday Night Swing”: Ann Arbor Swing Dance Association.
Every Wed. (except Mar. 1). Lindy hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, and Balboa dancing to music spun by DJs. No partner needed. Wear comfortable low-grip shoes. Preceded at 7 p.m. by a free beginner lesson. 8–10 p.m., Michigan League 2nd fl., Vandenberg rm. Mask, full vaccination, and boosters required. $5 (SAA members, free). Swingannarbor.com.
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Kenny Wayne Shepherd: Live Nation.
An ensemble led by this blues guitar virtuoso known for his flamboyant, high-voltage live shows. A self-taught child prodigy, Shepherd has been playing professionally since his teens, where he gained fame for his spot-on covers of Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan, and has gone on to open shows for The Rolling Stones, Van Halen, Aerosmith, Bob Dylan, and others. 8 p.m., Michigan Theater. Tickets $30 & up (almost sold out as of mid February) at bit.ly/kennywayneshepherdmar15 and at reseller sites. 668–8397.
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