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March 18, 2023
“A Chorus Line”: U-M Musket.
Mar. 17–19. Chloe Cuff directs fellow U-M students in Marvin Hamlisch and Edward Kleban’s long-running 1975 Broadway musical about a day in the life of 17 would-be Broadway dancers. The score’s many popular tunes include “What I Did for Love,” “At the Ballet,” “I Can Do That,” and “One.” 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Power Center. Tickets $13 (students $7) available in advance at ummusket.org and at the door. musket.prod@umich.edu.
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“Lohengrin”: Fathom Events.
Mar. 18 & 22: Live (Sat.) & prerecorded (Wed.) broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera’s production of Wagner’s soaring opera about a charismatic Arthurian knight sent by God to save a divided kingdom. Features the popular Bridal Chorus, known in English as “Here Comes the Bride.” Noon (Sun., Emagine only). 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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“Melody on Ice 2023”: Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club.
Mar. 17 & 18. Talented area skaters of all ages perform to music in a variety of genres. Also, performances by national solo dance finalists, and the club’s Hockettes synchronized skating team. 7 p.m. (Fri.) and 2 & 7 p.m. (Sat.), Ann Arbor Ice Cube, 2121 Oak Valley Dr. Tickets TBA in advance at AnnArborFSC.org & at the door. 213–6768.
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“One-Road Challenge”: Washtenaw Audubon Society.
Friendly birding competition where teams pick one road in the county and see how many birds they can count in a morning along it. Register as a team or be matched up. Everyone welcome to join the teams for lunch and a tally at 11:30 a.m. at the Alpha Diner, 4389 Jackson Road. Midnight–11 a.m. Free. Preregistration required at WashtenawAudubon.org.
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“Science Forum Demos”: U-M Museum of Natural History.
Every Sat. & Sun. (except Mar. 19). Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demos for ages 5 & up. “Life: How Do We Find It?” (11 a.m.) features a re-creation of an experiment from the Mars Viking Landers expedition to show how scientists search for life on other planets. “Shedding Light on Magnets” (3 p.m.) explores magnetism, magnetic fields, and what magnets have to do with cell phones. 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.
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Easter Bunny: Briarwood Mall.
Mar. 17–Apr. 8 (times TBA): A chance to take photos (prices TBA) with the Easter Bunny. For up-to-date hours and to reserve an appointment see shopbriarwood.com. Free admission. 769–9610.
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Healing Through Art Opening Reception & Children’s Art Walk Craft
CultureVerse has partnered with the UNWLA (Ukrainian National Women’s League) Local Branch 50 as well as Nataliia and Yustyna Pavliuk to host the second exhibition of “Healing Through Art” during the month of March. The exhibit is focused around displaying the artworks of displaced children in Ukraine created in Nataliia and Yustyna Pavliuk’s art program.
The exhibit will be up from February 28th to April 4th with the Opening Reception on Saturday, March 18th from 1-3 PM, coordinating with the Student Art Walk for Youth Art Month in Ann Arbor. In addition to many of the physical artworks being displayed, CultureVerse has created a Virtual Gallery to expand the reach of the UNWLA and Natalia and Yustyna Pavliuk’s work that is accessible through our website at CultureVerse.org as well as through QR codes and iPads at the gallery. There will be a Ukrainian inspired craft activity and refreshments during the reception at the gallery located at 309 S Main St Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Youth Art Month is an annual observance designed to emphasize the value of art education for all youth. It is an opportunity to connect our community with our youth's creativity to illustrate the importance of fostering artistry and innovation.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Sea Monsters (11:30 a.m.) follows a curious dolichorhynchops (an extinct species of marine reptile) as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. The Sky Tonight (12:30 & 2:30 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. Mars: One Thousand One (1:30 p.m.) tells the story of what humans might face with the first manned journey to Mars. Various times, MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet.
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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Spring Craft Show: Saline Community Education.
Juried show and sale of works by more than 150 artists. Items include clothing, jewelry, pottery, metal, wood, glass, & more. Activities for kids. Food and drink for sale. 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Saline Middle School, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. $4 admission (10 & under, free). 429–5922.
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“Annual Home, Garden, & Lifestyle Show”: Builders & Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor.
Mar. 18 & 19. More than 120 area exhibitors show and demonstrate products and offer information on home improvement services. Concessions. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. (Sat.) & 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Sun.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Admission $5 (age 12 & under, free) cash only. bragannarbor.net/homeshow.
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parkrun USA.
Every Sat. All invited to join a timed 5-km run/walk. 9 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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Toddler Time
$15 includes one toddler plus an accompanying adult. Children ages 5 and under only. / / Second Toddler (5 and under) $5
Every Friday from 10:00AM - 12:00PM*
Every Saturday from 9:00am-10:00am*
Toddler Time at Launch in Ann Arbor, MI is a great experience for kids 5 and under. Come jump with Mom or Dad without the big kids around! Improves strength and balance while minimizing strain on growing joints. Age-specific time to enjoy the entire park. Great way to socialize children and teach them how to work well with others.
*Excluding holidays and school vacation weeks
*Launch socks required and not included.
ALL Jumpers MUST wear Launch Safety Grip Socks. These socks may be purchased upon arrival for $3 a pair.
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Volunteer Stewardship Workday: Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation Division.
Mar. 18, 19, 25, & 26. All invited to help maintain natural areas and remove invasive plants in various city parks. Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and bring heavy gloves; tools & know-how provided. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. Mar. 18 (9 a.m.–noon): Hansen Nature Area, meet in the Grace Bible Church additional parking lot, 1300 S. Maple Rd. Preregistration required at bit.ly/A2nap-volunteer so NAP can plan for a safe and successful event.
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“Journey to the Sugarbush”: Hudson Mills Metropark.
Every Sat. & Sun., Mar. 4–19. Maple tree tapping and a visit to the evaporator to see sap being made into syrup. Program takes place primarily outdoors. Followed by a picnic pancake breakfast (preorder only). $6 (family meal $26). Hourly 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Hudson Mills activity center, 8801 North Territorial Rd., Dexter. $5 (kids, $3, children under 2, free), preregistration required at bit.ly/hudsonmillsmar2023 by 4 p.m. the day before the program. Metroparks pass or $10 vehicle entry fee required. 426–8211.
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“Junior Naturalist Crafty Corvids”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
Mar. 18 (10–11:30 a.m.): All ages 7–11 welcome to join naturalist Elle Bogle for a morning hike to search for and learn about birds in the crow family (aka corvids), known for their intelligence. County Farm Park, Medford Pavilion, Medford Rd. entrance near Manchester Rd. Free. Preregistration required at parksonline.ewashtenaw.org. Registration #831004.
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Orchid Festival: Ann Arbor Orchid Society.
Mar. 18 & 19. Show and sale of thousands of tropical and hardy orchids, orchid-growing supplies, & related items. Also, talks and demos by local orchid growers. 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free admission; metered parking. 647–7600.
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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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Death Cafe.
All invited to join a frank conversation (via Zoom) about death. Hosted by The Dying Year owner Merilynne Rush. 10:30 a.m.–noon, for URL email TheDyingYear@gmail.com. Free.
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U-M Physics Department Saturday Morning Physics.
Mar. 11, 18, & 25. A popular series of talks, aimed at general audiences, by U-M scholars. Mar. 11: U-M physics demonstration lab technicians Nicholas Arnold, Conor Heaney, and Monika Wood lead a family-friendly demonstration on how energy changes its form in “Physics Goes BOOM: Energy in Action.” Mar. 18: U-M physics professor Bjoern Penning and artist Gina Gibson discuss their work at a dark matter detector located in a former South Dakota goldmine in “UN/EARTH: Science and Art from a Mile Underground.” Mar. 25: Student Presentations by U-M physics grad student Blake Hipsley and astronomy grad student Larissa Markwardt. 10:30-11:30 a.m., 170 & 182 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Also via livestream at saturdaymorningphysics.org. Free. 764–4437.
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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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“Privacy and Security for Home and Business”: MacTechnics.
Apple trainer Christopher Anderson discusses what you can do to keep your information and your passwords safe. Followed by a Q&A for Mac questions of any kind. 11 a.m.–1 p.m., for URL email mactechnics@gmail.com. Free. MacTechnics.org.
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Game Designer Expo: Ann Arbor District Library.
Michigan game designers display their board games, RPGs, and video games, as well as lead gaming breakout sessions throughout the day. For a complete schedule see aadl.org/gamedesignerexpo. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. 327–4200.
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“FoolMoon Intergalactic Garden Community Build”: Ann Arbor District Library.
Mar. 11 & 18. A chance for adults and kids age 5 & up to build and decorate a collaborative space-themed garden for the FoolMoon parade on Apr. 7. Noon–3 p.m., AADL Warehouse, 265 Parkland Plaza. Free. 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. 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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Salon Series: Catch Us While You Can.
Every Thurs. & Sun. A different lineup of activities each time, from readings, concerts, and show & sale of artworks to informal jam sessions and other impromptu events. This month’s highlights: Mar. 12: Informal jam session. Mar. 16: Cigar Box Guitar and Panjo Jam led by Mike Mouradian using his hand-made 3-string electric cigar box guitars, his banjos made from pans, along with dulcimer and ukulele played by gallery artists TBA. Mar. 19: Staged reading of well-known local playwright Jay Stielstra’s newest play, O’ Say Can You See, a look into the convoluted characters, politics and intrigue leading up to the Civil War. Mar 30: Live auction of selected artworks from the collection of the recently deceased & beloved local arts patron Barbara Kramer. 4–5 p.m. (Thurs.) & noon–2 p.m. (Sun.), A Makeshift Gallery, 407 E. Liberty. Free admission. Cheryldawdy.com, cldawdy@gmail.com.
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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy.
Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals native to Australia, including the dingo, bearded dragon, and side-necked turtle (2 & 4 p.m.). Also, a zookeeper display of a carpet python (3 p.m.) and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals, including a reindeer, bald eagle, macaws, and more. 1–5 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $13 (kids ages 2–12, $11; under age 2, free) at the door; $1 discount for advance purchase at thecreatureconservancy.org. 929–9324.
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“Dancing Babies”: AADL Downtown.
Mar. 4 (10:30–11:15 a.m.) & 18 (1–1:45 p.m.): Infants and kids age 5 & under (accompanied by an adult) invited for a program of music and movement.
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“Neighborhood Nature Day: Skunk Hollow”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
Mar. 18 & 20. All invited to help with a stewardship workday focused on removal of invasive shrubs and vines. 1–4 p.m., County Farm Park, Medford Rd. entrance near Manchester Rd., Free. Preregistration required at parksonline.ewashtenaw.org. Registration #VOL836101 (Mar. 18) or #VOL836100 (Mar. 20).
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“The Fourth Messenger”: Off-Leash Arts.
Giovanni René Rodriguez and award-winning Ann Arbor-based playwright Tanya Shaffer direct a concert performance of Shaffer and indie singer-songwriter Vienna Teng’s musical, a reimagining of the Buddha story featuring a flawed female Buddha figure. The San Francisco Chronicle calls it “an exciting and ambitious project, driven by Teng’s eclectic score, Shaffer’s inspired rewrites of the Buddha story, and their punchy, provocative lyrics.” Stars NYC musical theater veteran Anna Ishida, a member of the play’s original San Francisco Bay Area cast. A benefit for the Ark. 1 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main. $20 (students, $10) in advance at the Michigan Union Ticket Office (763–TKTS) & TheArk.org, and at the door. 761–1451.
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“Tragedy of the Commons”: WCC Super STEAM Saturday.
WCC environmental science instructor Smita Malpani leads an interactive session to explore how to prevent the “tragedy of the commons,” a term that refers to situations in which individuals with access to a public resource act in their own interest, ultimately depleting the resource and harming the common good. Geared towards middle school students, but everyone welcome. 1–2 p.m., WCC Occupational Education Bldg., rm. 133, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Free. Preregistration required at bit.ly/wccsteam.
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Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser: Michigan Firehouse Museum & Education Center.
All invited to sample and vote on several chilis. Also, a chance to tour the 3-floor museum, see old firefighting equipment, and climb on 100-year-old fire trucks. Cash bar. Kids welcome. 1–4 p.m., MFMEC, 110 Cross St., Ypsilanti. Tickets $30 includes 2 drinks (2 people, $50; child, $15) in advance at a2tix.com or at the door. 547–0663.
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Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History.
Every Sat. & Sun. (except Mar. 19) and Mar. 27–31. 30-minute tour of the museum’s exhibits and galleries, as well as an introduction to some current U-M Biological Sciences research projects. 1 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.) & noon (Mar. 27–31), U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. 764–0478.
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Volunteer Stewardship Workday: Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation Division.
Mar. 18, 19, 25, & 26. All invited to help maintain natural areas and remove invasive plants in various city parks. Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and bring heavy gloves; tools & know-how provided. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. Mar. 19 (1–4 p.m.): Bluffs Nature Area, meet at the park entrance on Orkney Dr. Preregistration required at bit.ly/A2nap-volunteer so NAP can plan for a safe and successful event.
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Michigan Art Gallery Guided Tour: The Michigan Art Gallery at Schmidt's Antiques Inc.
Please join us:
March 18th, 2023 at 2:00pm for a Free Guided Tour of Michigan Art Gallery
Light refreshments (also free!) will be provided by Last Bite Chef Allison Anastasio, of the Historic Newton Hotel in Ypsilanti. @chefallisonanastasio @thenewtonofypsi
Artists represented in the tour include:
Gerome Kamrowski, Charles Waltensperger, William Greason, Chet La More, James Harvey, Jim Crawford, Richard Wilt, Mignonette Yin Cheng, Alfred Hinton, Leon Makielski, Connie Pickering Stover, Richard Sears, William Lewis, Milton Kemnitz, John Loree, James C. Harrison, Paul Stewart, William Kinkaid, Edgar Yaeger, Tunis Ponsen, Alma M. Goetsch, Katherine Winkler, Arthur La Vinger, Keith Schafer, Nule Friend, Julian Alangua, Melba Price and more!
Event Video: https://youtu.be/ViXMhfG-sPQ
To learn more about The Michigan Art Gallery tour, please contact:
The Michigan Art Gallery at Schmidt's Antiques
5138 W. Michigan Avenue
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
@michiganartgallery @schmidtsantiquesinc
(T) 734-434-2660
(E) info@schmidtsantiques.com
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Open Hours: All Hands Active.
Every Sat. All invited to drop in to learn about and use tools, or even just share a project you are working on. Livestream available at MeetUp.com/AllHandsActive/events. 2–6 p.m., All Hands Active, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Free; donations welcome. info@AllHandsActive.org.
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U-M Baseball vs. Bradley.
3-game series (Mar. 17, 4 p.m.; Mar. 18, 2 p.m.; Mar. 19, 1 p.m). Ray Fisher Stadium, 1114 S. State. Tickets (price TBA) at mGOblue.com/tickets & at the gate. 764–0247.
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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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“Once on This Island”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
Every Thurs.–Sun., Feb. 23–Mar. 12. Natalie Kaye Clater directs this local professional theater company in a production of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty’s 1990 calypso-flavored coming-of-age 1-act pop-rock musical about a rich boy and the peasant girl who rescues him from peril. Adapted from Rosa Guy’s 1985 novel My Love, My Love; or, The Peasant Girl, a retelling of the Hans Christian Andersen fairytale The Little Mermaid. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 3 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Encore Maas Main Stage, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $54 (seniors & youth under 18, $52) in advance at theencoretheatre.org and at the door. $20 student rush tickets (if available) an hour before showtime. 268–6200.
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Meet & Greet: Ann Arbor for Public Power
Learn about public power utility goals and actions for reliable, responsible, renewable energy for all of Ann Arbor. 3-5 p.m., Journey of Faith, 1900 Manchester Road, Ann Arbor. Free. journeyoffaitha2.org. 734-272-5194
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Pittsfield Open Band: Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance.
Mar. 4 & 18. Jam sessions open to all interested musicians to work on jigs, reels, and waltzes to have fun, learn tunes, and develop contra dance musician skills. All instruments welcome. Bring the Ruffwater Fakebook, the Portland Collection, and The Waltz Books if you have them. 3–5 p.m., Pittsfield Union Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Mask required; check latest Covid policy at aactmad.org. Free. 709–8748.
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“Improv Jam”: Ann Arbor Civic Theatre Civic Improv.
Mar. 18 & 25. All invited to perform improv (sign-up on arrival), or just to watch. No experience necessary. Followed (8–9:30 p.m.) by “An Evening of Improv” ($15 at the door only) featuring a debut performance (Mar. 18) by Civic Improv’s still unnamed new house team and regional guest troupes (Mar. 25). 6–7:30 p.m. Civic Theatre, 322 W. Ann. Free. CivicImprov@gmail.com, CivicImprov.org.
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“Sock Hop Fundraising Gala”: Saline Varsity Blues.
Dinner and dancing to tunes spun by a DJ, along with a song & dance performance by chorus members. Silent auction. 50s theme attire encouraged. Proceeds go to fund this chorus for singers ages 7–18. 6 p.m., Weber’s Inn, 3050 Jackson Rd. Tickets $70 in advance at SalineVarsityBlues.org and at the door.
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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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Murder Mystery Dinner Show: The Dinner Detective Ann Arbor.
Dinner while actors masquerading as fellow diners enact a hilarious murder mystery in which actual audience members may find themselves a prime suspect. 6–9 p.m., Ann Arbor Marriott, 1275 S. Huron, Ypsilanti. $65 includes gratuity; preregistration required at TheDinnerDetective.com. (866) 496–0535.
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Straight Ahead
Out of Detroit’s lively jazz scene, which has produced some of the best musicians in the world, comes the groundbreaking all female jazz group, STRAIGHT AHEAD. Straight Ahead’s founding members are the foundation for the band with Marion Hayden on bass, Alina Moor on piano and Gayelynn McKinney on drums.
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Drag Shows: Boylesque.
Mar. 17-19 (different Ypsilanti locations). Multiple daily performances by this popular Ypsilanti drag troupe. Also, bingo on Mar. 17 & 18 and brunch on Mar. 19. 7 p.m. (Mar. 17), Tap Room, 201 W. Michigan; 6:30 p.m. (Mar. 18), Stick’s, 39 E. Cross; 12:30 p.m. (Mar. 19), Sidetrack, 56 E. Cross. $20 (Mar. 17 & 18) & $12 (Mar. 19) in advance & (if available) at the door. Preregistration recommended at bit.ly/boylesque-tix.
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“70th Annual Bands in Review”: Ann Arbor Public Schools.
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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“Euchre Night!”: Ann Arbor Ski Club.
All age 21 & up invited to play low-stakes games of euchre. 7 p.m. (play begins at 7:30 p.m.), Venue, 1919 South Industrial. $3 entry fee (bring quarters for euchre pots). a2skiclub@gmail.com.
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“Seussical the Musical”: Horizon Performing Arts.
Mar. 16–19. Connor Thomas Rhoades directs local actors in the 2000 Lynn Ahrens–Stephen Flaherty musical comedy based on the children’s books of Dr. Seuss, with a plot that draws mainly from Horton Hears a Who!, Gertrude McFuzz, and Horton Hatches the Egg. The original production was panned by critics, but the show has had a second life as a popular production in regional and school theaters. 7 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron, Ypsilanti. Tickets $18 ($16 seniors & students) in advance at horizon.booktix.com, and at the door.
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“Uncovered”: U-M Arts in Color.
Annual dance showcase by this dance student organization featuring 6 student-choreographed pieces exploring the theme of self-authenticity in different environments. 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m., U-M Dance Bldg. Performance Studio Theatre, 1000 Baits, North Campus. Free; limited capacity so arrive early. 763–2510.
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"The Barbra Streisand Songbook": North Star Lounge
Ticketed Show | 7:00 PM & 9:00 PM Seating |
Tenors Jay Kaplan & Jeffrey Willets perform an evening of songs, sung by the great Barbra Streisand, accompanied by pianist Nick Frederick and percussionist Jessie Gibbs. Come for a terrific evening of fun, food and drink!
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Matthew Broussard: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.
Mar. 16–18. Self-effacing and cerebral Atlanta-bred comic who was named Houston’s Funniest Person in 2012 for his playful humor directed at unlikely topics like physics and grammar, Broussard has appeared on the Tonight Show and Conan. Preceded by 2 opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:15 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 (Thurs., $15) reserved seating in advance at etix.com before 6 p.m. the night of the show; $22 (Thurs., $20) general admission at the door. 996–9080.
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3rd Saturday Contra Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.
Mae Wilson calls to live music by Myron Grant and Marty Somberg. All dances taught; no partner needed. Bring clean shoes. Preceded at 7 p.m. by a beginner’s introduction. 7:30–10:30 p.m., Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor Saline Rd. Mask required. $10 suggested donation. aactmad.org, 274–0773.
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“Dvořák Symphony No. 7”: Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra.
Lansing Symphony Orchestra music director and Chautauqua Institution Music School Festival Orchestra conductor Timothy Muffitt guest directs the A2SO in Dvořák’s ambitious international Symphony No. 7, considered to be among his best. Popular violinist Kyung Sun Lee joins the orchestra as soloist for Prokofiev’s colorful and melodically rich Violin Concerto No. 2. Debussy’s popular Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune (“Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun”) rounds out the program. Pre–concert talk at 7 p.m. 8 p.m., Michigan Theater. Mask & vaccination recommended. Tickets $25–$90 in advance at a2so.com & by calling 994–4801, and at the door.
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“Ghostland Blues”: U-M Residential College Players.
Mar. 17 & 18. Roma Uzzaman directs fellow RC students in her original play about 5 college housemates who hire a paranormal investigator when they suspect their house is haunted. 8 p.m., RC Keene Theater, 701 East University. Free. 647–4354.
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University Symphony Orchestra: U-M Music School.
Ken Kiesler directs this music student ensemble in contemporary American composer John Adams’ symphonic foxtrot The Chairman Dances, Sibelius’s grandiose 2nd Symphony, and Chinese American composer Chen Yi’s 1998 Percussion Concerto, a high-energy piece that incorporates Chinese percussion instruments such as gongs, fingerbells, and wood blocks, featuring guest percussion soloist Douglas Perkins. Preceded at 7:15 p.m. by a brief talk. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. 615–3204.
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Straight Ahead
Out of Detroit’s lively jazz scene, which has produced some of the best musicians in the world, comes the groundbreaking all female jazz group, STRAIGHT AHEAD. Straight Ahead’s founding members are the foundation for the band with Marion Hayden on bass, Alina Moor on piano and Gayelynn McKinney on drums.
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Late Night: Nick Collins Quartet
NICK COLLINS performs regularly around the Detroit area with musicians such as Daniel Bennett, Andrew Bishop, Jeff Pedraz, Randy Napoleon, Rick Roe, Jimmy Smith, James Hughes, and Corey Kendrick. Nick has played at jazz venues such as Smalls (NYC), Cliff Bell’s (Detroit), The Blue LLama, and the late Firefly and Bird of Paradise (Ann Arbor) clubs.
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