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April 21, 2023

Rock Companies - Legends Rosewood Village - Career Fair!
10:00 am - 2:00 pm Community ListingCommunity Listing
Rock Companies - Legends Rosewood Village - Career Fair!: Rock Companies
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Come grow with us! Find you next career opportunity with Rock Companies!

6325 Conifer Drive, Pittsfield Township, MI 48197 ,Pittsfield Township. Free. katelynwhite@rockcompanies.com 248607460.

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Rock Companies - Legends Rosewood Village - Career Fair!
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Rock Companies - Legends Rosewood Village - Career Fair!: Rock Companies
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Come grow with us! Find you next career opportunity with Rock Companies!

6325 Conifer Drive, Pittsfield Township, MI 48197 ,Pittsfield Township. Free. katelynwhite@rockcompanies.com 248607460.

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The Future of Fintech Conference
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Community ListingCommunity Listing
The Future of Fintech Conference: University of Michigan Fintech Initiative & Center on Finance, Law & Policy
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The University of Michigan's FinTech Initiative at the Ross School of Business and the Center on Finance, Law & Policy are hosting “The Future of Fintech” conference to consider new business, policy, and regulatory questions raised by recent technological developments. The one-day conference will examine fintech’s effects on financial inclusion and consumer protection, the prospects for open banking in the United States and abroad, and the role of artificial intelligence in shaping interactions between firms and their investors. Conference sessions will begin with the presentation of an academic research paper. Each paper presentation will then be followed by a broader panel discussion among policymakers, industry practitioners, legal academics, and finance scholars on related legal and policy topics.

701 Tappan Avenue ,Ann Arbor, MI. Free. nicoloff@umich.edu https://financelawpolicy.umich.edu/event/2023/future-fintech-conference 734-647-2346.

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Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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 (701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. 8222120). Free (except as noted) in person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.). Exercise with Karen (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 13 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 1011:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 13:30 p.m.). Painting (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m.), open studio; no instruction; bring your own supplies. Bingo (Wed. 13 p.m.). $1 per card. Crafting (Fri. 1011:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30–3:30 p.m.). Trivia (Fri. 12 p.m.). Seminars. Apr. 13 (2–3 p.m.): “Understanding and Responding to Dementia Behaviors,” a talk by an Alzheimer’s Association representative TBA. Apr. 12 (noon–12:45 p.m.): “Outpatient Physical Therapy,” talk by physical therapy director Priya Arunmon from Redies Outpatient Therapy Services in Saline.

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“Collector’s Corner”: U-M Clements Library Bookworm
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“Collector’s Corner”: U-M Clements Library Bookworm
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Local collector Doug Aikenhead discusses (via Zoom) the stories behind favorite items in his collection of over 50,000 vintage postcards. 10–11:15 a.m., for URL preregister at myumi.ch/gjgzR. Free. 649–3370. 

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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Apr. 21 & 28. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack a lunch or stop in Dexter. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Barton Nature Area parking lot, W. Huron River Dr. near Bird Rd. Free. a2dan@sbcglobal.net.

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Just Between Friends Sale
10:00 am - 5:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Just Between Friends Sale
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Apr. 2023. Show and sale of used maternity items, baby and children’s clothes, toys, and baby gear. Prices drop Sat. at 6 p.m. Doors shut 30 minutes before closing. 5–9 p.m. (Thurs.; preregistration required), 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Fri.), 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. & 6–8 p.m. (Sat.), & 9 a.m.–noon (Sun.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann ArborSaline Rd. Free, but a $3$25 “priority pass” allows you early bird access. To preregister see bit.ly/aajbf2023

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Pittsfield Township Senior Center
10:00 am - 11:30 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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 (701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. 8222120). Free (except as noted) in person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.). Exercise with Karen (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 13 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 1011:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 13:30 p.m.). Painting (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m.), open studio; no instruction; bring your own supplies. Bingo (Wed. 13 p.m.). $1 per card. Crafting (Fri. 1011:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30–3:30 p.m.). Trivia (Fri. 12 p.m.). Seminars. Apr. 13 (2–3 p.m.): “Understanding and Responding to Dementia Behaviors,” a talk by an Alzheimer’s Association representative TBA. Apr. 12 (noon–12:45 p.m.): “Outpatient Physical Therapy,” talk by physical therapy director Priya Arunmon from Redies Outpatient Therapy Services in Saline.

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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. 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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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? (11:30 a.m.) looks at cosmic collisions across the solar system including the 6-mile-wide asteroid that hit the earth 66 million years ago. 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. Living in Balance (1:30 p.m.) explores native Anishinaabe stories of constellations and moons. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478. 

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“Chinese & Japanese Calligraphy: Where Philosophy, Movement, and Art Converge”: Washtenaw Community College World Arts & Education Series
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“Chinese & Japanese Calligraphy: Where Philosophy, Movement, and Art Converge”: Washtenaw Community College World Arts & Education Series
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Talk by WCC Japanese language instructor Luowei Liao. Noon–1:30 p.m., WCC Crane Liberal Arts & Sciences Bldg., 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Livestream available at bit.ly/wcc2023worldart. Free.

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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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Every Sat., Wed., & Fri. 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. 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.) & Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofGlobal@aol.com.

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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree, HybridHybrid
U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Events are either in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd. or via Zoom. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 998–9353. Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m.) via Zoom. Euchre (Mon. 1–3 p.m.) in person. Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m.) in person. Chess (Wed. 1–4 p.m.) in person, all levels welcome, call if interested. Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon) in person. Online Meditation Drop-In (Tues. 10–11:30 a.m.) via Zoom. Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 1–3 p.m.) via Zoom. Una Tertulia for native Spanish speakers (1st & 3rd Thurs. 3–5 p.m.) in person.

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Pittsfield Township Senior Center
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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 (701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. 8222120). Free (except as noted) in person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.). Exercise with Karen (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 13 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 1011:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 13:30 p.m.). Painting (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m.), open studio; no instruction; bring your own supplies. Bingo (Wed. 13 p.m.). $1 per card. Crafting (Fri. 1011:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30–3:30 p.m.). Trivia (Fri. 12 p.m.). Seminars. Apr. 13 (2–3 p.m.): “Understanding and Responding to Dementia Behaviors,” a talk by an Alzheimer’s Association representative TBA. Apr. 12 (noon–12:45 p.m.): “Outpatient Physical Therapy,” talk by physical therapy director Priya Arunmon from Redies Outpatient Therapy Services in Saline.

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Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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 (701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. 8222120). Free (except as noted) in person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.). Exercise with Karen (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 13 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 1011:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 13:30 p.m.). Painting (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m.), open studio; no instruction; bring your own supplies. Bingo (Wed. 13 p.m.). $1 per card. Crafting (Fri. 1011:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30–3:30 p.m.). Trivia (Fri. 12 p.m.). Seminars. Apr. 13 (2–3 p.m.): “Understanding and Responding to Dementia Behaviors,” a talk by an Alzheimer’s Association representative TBA. Apr. 12 (noon–12:45 p.m.): “Outpatient Physical Therapy,” talk by physical therapy director Priya Arunmon from Redies Outpatient Therapy Services in Saline.

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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? (11:30 a.m.) looks at cosmic collisions across the solar system including the 6-mile-wide asteroid that hit the earth 66 million years ago. 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. Living in Balance (1:30 p.m.) explores native Anishinaabe stories of constellations and moons. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478. 

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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 Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) 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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Pittsfield Township Senior Center
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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 (701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. 8222120). Free (except as noted) in person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.). Exercise with Karen (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 13 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 1011:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 13:30 p.m.). Painting (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m.), open studio; no instruction; bring your own supplies. Bingo (Wed. 13 p.m.). $1 per card. Crafting (Fri. 1011:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30–3:30 p.m.). Trivia (Fri. 12 p.m.). Seminars. Apr. 13 (2–3 p.m.): “Understanding and Responding to Dementia Behaviors,” a talk by an Alzheimer’s Association representative TBA. Apr. 12 (noon–12:45 p.m.): “Outpatient Physical Therapy,” talk by physical therapy director Priya Arunmon from Redies Outpatient Therapy Services in Saline.

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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. & Apr. 11, 7 p.m.), Traverwood & Pittsfield (Thurs. 11 a.m.), Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.)Free.

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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree, HybridHybrid
U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Events are either in person at 2401 Plymouth Rd. or via Zoom. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 998–9353. Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m.) via Zoom. Euchre (Mon. 1–3 p.m.) in person. Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m.) in person. Chess (Wed. 1–4 p.m.) in person, all levels welcome, call if interested. Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon) in person. Online Meditation Drop-In (Tues. 10–11:30 a.m.) via Zoom. Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 1–3 p.m.) via Zoom. Una Tertulia for native Spanish speakers (1st & 3rd Thurs. 3–5 p.m.) in person.

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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? (11:30 a.m.) looks at cosmic collisions across the solar system including the 6-mile-wide asteroid that hit the earth 66 million years ago. 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. Living in Balance (1:30 p.m.) explores native Anishinaabe stories of constellations and moons. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478. 

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“Tea with Trees”: Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
“Tea with Trees”: Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation
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Pittsfield Township staff lead a short peaceful walk followed by tea under the trees, with a focus on the physiological and psychological benefits of spending time in nature. Dress warmly and bring a blanket to sit on. 2:30–4 p.m., Lillie Park North, 4365 Platt Rd. Free. $15 (residents, $10). Preregistration required at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.

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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? (11:30 a.m.) looks at cosmic collisions across the solar system including the 6-mile-wide asteroid that hit the earth 66 million years ago. 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. Living in Balance (1:30 p.m.) explores native Anishinaabe stories of constellations and moons. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478. 

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U-M Earth & Environmental Sciences Department Lectures
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U-M Earth & Environmental Sciences Department Lectures
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Apr. 7, 14, & 21. Talks by U-M & visiting scholars. Apr. 7: U-M geology postdoctoral research fellow José Tomás Ovalle on a topic TBA. Apr. 14: Western Washington University geology professor Bernard Housen on “Whence British Columbia, Redux: the Baja-BC Model and Collisional Orogeny.” Apr. 21: Sacramento State University field geology professor Kurt Burmeister on “A Process-Based Approach to Safe and Effective Field Activities.” 3:30–4:30 p.m., 1100 North University Ave., rm. 1528. Free. 764–1435.

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“Fix-It Friday”: Maker Works
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Fix-It Friday”: Maker Works
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All invited to bring anything that needs fixing—chairs, sweaters, radios, whatever. Maker Works members and staff on hand to help with repairs. Handy people invited to assist. Repairs not guaranteed. Also: toy adaptations (preregistration required) to make off-the-shelf toys more accessible for people with disabilities. 4–6 p.m., Maker Works, 3765 Plaza Dr. Mask required. Free. frontdesk@maker-works.com, 222–4911.

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U-M Baseball
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U-M Baseball
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Apr. 7-9, versus Nebraska. This month’s home schedule also includes single games vs. Butler (Apr. 11, 4 p.m.) & Toledo (Apr. 19, 4 p.m.), as well as 3-game series vs. MSU (Apr. 21, 4 p.m.; Apr. 22, 2 p.m., & Apr. 23, 1 p.m.) and Oklahoma State (Apr. 28, 4 p.m.; Apr. 29, 2 p.m., & Apr. 30, noon). 4 p.m. (Fri.), 2 p.m. (Sat.), & noon (Sun.), Ray Fisher Stadium, 1114 S. State. Tickets (price TBA) at mGOblue.com/tickets & at the gate. 764–0247.

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Kevin Brown
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Kevin Brown: North Star Lounge
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Join us for a free happy hour event!

Kevin Brown is an americana-indie rock guitarist and singer-songwriter. He performed in the '70s with the Ann Arbor-based Grievous Angels, then in Nashville, Tenn. with The Tomatoes, fronted by two Billboard No. 1 songwriters. For 25 years he's performed with Corndaddy, and recently with the Cadillac Cowboys. Kevin has been nominated for best songwriter and best instrumentalist at the Detroit Music Awards. He's twice been named "One to Watch" by the Nashville Songwriters Association International.

North Star Lounge 301 North 5th Avenue ,Ann Arbor. Free. northstarlounge@gmail.com

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“D&D Adventures”: Sylvan Factory
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“D&D Adventures”: Sylvan Factory
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Every Sun., Thurs., & Fri. All age 16+ invited to play Dungeons and Dragons role-playing games.  1–6 p.m. (Sun.), 6–10 p.m. (Thurs.), & 6–9 p.m. (Fri.). Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $10. Preregistration recommended. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. 

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Sarah D’Angelo Quintet
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Sarah D’Angelo Quintet: Blue LLama Jazz Club
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SARAH D’ANGELO has gathered some of her favorite all-star musicians to celebrate Earth Day. Sarah will be drawing from her classical roots straight through to the present with tunes of Aaron Copland, Freddie Hubbard, Duke Ellington, Esperanza Spalding, Miles Davis, Johannes Brahms and Geri Allen!

314 S. Main St ,Ann Arbor. Pre-Pay Light Fare and Libations or Dinner and Show at opentable.com $35–85. hello@bluellamaclub.com bluellamaclub.com 734-372-3200.

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U-M Softball
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U-M Softball
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 Apr. 7–9, versus Illinois. This month’s schedule also includes 3-game series vs. Northwestern (Apr. 2123) & Indiana (Apr. 2830) with game times at 6 p.m. (Fri.), 2 p.m. (Sat.), & noon (Northwestern) and 2 p.m. (Indiana) (Sun.), as well as a single game vs. MSU (Apr. 18, 6 p.m.). 5 p.m. (Fri.), 2 p.m. (Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Alumni Field, 1114 S. State. Tickets (price TBA) at mGOblue.com/tickets & at the gate. 764–0247.

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“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”: Dexter Community Players
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“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”: Dexter Community Players
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Apr. 21–23. This local theater company performs a dinner theater production of Rachel Sheinkin and William Finn’s 2005 musical comedy about 6 middle schoolers competing (alongside selected audience members) in an absurdist spelling bee run by 3 quirky grownups. 6:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 1:30 p.m. (Sun.), Columbus Hall, 8265 Dexter-Chelsea Rd., Dexter. Tickets $40 (students & seniors, $35) in advance only at dcp.yapsody.com; includes dinner, dessert, & beverages. Cash bar. 726–0355.

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“TriviaTime! with Katie and Abbie: Percy Jackson”: Ann Arbor District Library
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“TriviaTime! with Katie and Abbie: Percy Jackson”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults and kids age 10 & up invited to answer trivia questions about this popular fantasy film franchise based on books by Rick Riordan. Prizes. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. 327–4200. 

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“Wildflowers at Pittsfield Preserve”: River Raisin Watershed Council/Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation
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“Wildflowers at Pittsfield Preserve”: River Raisin Watershed Council/Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation
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Watershed Council members lead a hike to look for ephemeral spring flowers. Wear long pants and close-toed shoes. Those age 17 & under must be accompanied by an adult. 6:30–8:30 p.m., 5482 Thomas Rd. $6 (residents, $4). Preregistration required at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 822–2120.

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"Adult Trivia Night: Where the Wildlife Is"
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"Adult Trivia Night: Where the Wildlife Is": Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
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Get ready for a little friendly competition! Enjoy drinks, snacks, and trivia at this monthly series.

Upcoming events:

Where the Wildlife Is
Friday, April 21, 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
$25/person for members, $30/person for non-members

Test your knowledge about all things wild—native species, exotic habitats, fantastical fauna, and everything in between. We'll have drinks, hands-on activities, a chance to observe wildlife up close, and a variety of trivia for you at this 21+ experience. Your ticket will include one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage and light snacks. Additional beverages are available for purchase. Pre-registration is required.

220 East Ann Street ,Ann Arbor. register online at https://discoverscienceandnature.org/trivia-night $25/member, $30/non-member. hmiller@unityinlearning.org https://discoverscienceandnature.org/ 734-205-9565.

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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. 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. (7–10 p.m.): 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. Fri. (6:30–10 p.m.): Magic rotating draft, cost varies. Prizes paid in store credit. Also, a weekend of games, April 1416, celebrating the release of the newest MTG set March of the Machines (for schedule & to register see sylvanfactory.com). Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium.  Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.

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“Bye Bye Birdie”: Concordia University
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“Bye Bye Birdie”: Concordia University
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Apr. 1416 & 2123. Concordia drama professor Amanda Williams and student McKinley Schmitz direct drama students in the 1960 Charles Strouse and Lee Adams Tony Award–winning musical comedy, a thinly veiled take-off on Elvis Presley’s 1957 conscription into the U.S. Army. The show’s many well-known tunes include “Put On a Happy Face,” “One Boy,”  “A Lot of Livin’ to Do,” and “Kids.” 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Concordia University Kreft Center Black Box Theatre, 4090 Geddes. $20 ($15, students and seniors; free for Concordia students, faculty, and staff). Tickets on sale Mar. 1. Preregistration required at cuaa.edu/events. 9957537.

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“Creatures of the Night: Open Hours for Adults”: The Creature Conservancy
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“Creatures of the Night: Open Hours for Adults”: The Creature Conservancy
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Apr. 8 & 21. Presentation and display for age 18 & up about the coyote, skunk, reticulated python, tenrec, and other nocturnal animals. The program concludes with Harper, the cougar, at play on the stage (not the usual Egyptian fruit bats). 7–9 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $25 in advance at TheCreatureConservancy.org. 929–9324.

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“New Moon Night Hike”: Leslie Science & Nature Center
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“New Moon Night Hike”: Leslie Science & Nature Center
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All ages invited to join LSNC naturalists in exploring Black Pond Woods in the dark to learn about hiking skills that minimize impact on the land and on other hikers—and how nocturnal creatures see and thrive when the lights go out. Then share legends about the moon around a campfire. Dress for the weather. 7–8:30 p.m., LSNC, 1831 Traver. $5 (kids under age 2, free). Preregistration required at discoverscienceandnature.org/leslie-center.

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2023 Independent Film Festival Ypsilanti
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2023 Independent Film Festival Ypsilanti
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$12 (unless indicated otherwise) in advance at iffypsi.com and at the door (cash or credit). Four days of screenings showcasing local creators and filmmakers from around the world. Times subject to change; for up-to-date schedule and details, see iffypsi.com. Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti, various times. 

Apr. 19: “Michigan-ish.” Short films from Michigan on a variety of topics, from personal essays and music videos to science fiction. 7:30 p.m.

Apr. 20: “Sounds from Our Memories.” Mixtape film that incorporates documentary, music video, and visual experimentation. 7 p.m.

Feature Film TBA. 9:15 p.m.

Apr. 21: “Gems Across the Seas.” Short films from around the world, including works from South Africa, Mexico, and Hong Kong. 7 p.m.

“Hauntologies.” Haunted shorts. 9:15 p.m.

Apr. 22: Workshops for kids and adults. 1 p.m. FREE.

“Northwest Film Forum Tour.” Program of kids’ live action and animated shorts from around the world. 1 p.m. $6. 

“Radio Campfire: Close-ups.” Audio portraits and stories with projected video for ambiance. 3 p.m. $6.

Unfinished Film: “A Paranormal Periscope.” Screening of raw footage (interviews, etc.) shot at the Michigan Paranormal Convention, followed by a conversation with documentarian Jen Proctor about her unfinished film. 4:30 p.m. $6.

“Best of London International Animation Festival 2022.” Animated shorts. 7 p.m.

“Underground Picnic #2” Experimental tours of psychotropic cinematic vistas. 9 p.m.

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Poetry Night: Booksweet Bookshop
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Three Michigan poets read their recent work. Detroit-based poet Terry Blackhawk’s Maumee. Maumee is a tender ode to her recently deceased partner. Detroit native Gloria Nixon-John’s The Dark Safekeeping offers elegant observations of the natural world. Ann Arbor poet Ellen Stone’s What Is in the Blood is a verse memoir about growing up in rural Pennsylvania. 7 p.m., Booksweet, Courtyard Shops, 1729 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration requested at ShopBooksweet.com. Mask policy follows CDC guidelines. 929–4112.

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State Theatre
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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.

Apr. 4: “All Quiet on the Western Front” (Edward Berger, 2022). Third film adaptation (the others were in 1930 & 1979) of the 1929 Erich Maria Remarque novel about a young German soldier whose romantic view of war is shattered by the realities of World War I trench warfare. Oscar winner for best international feature film. Followed by a discussion led by U-M history professor Kira Thurman. 5 p.m. 

Apr. 6: “Drive My Car” (Ryusuke Hamaguchi, 2021). Moving, complex drama about a stage director in mourning for his screenwriter wife. After taking a job directing a pan-Asian, multi-lingual production of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya in Hiroshima, he bonds with his driver, who has sorrows of her own. Winner of the best international feature film at the 2021 Academy Awards. Japanese, Chinese, Tagalog, Korean Sign Language; subtitles. 7:15 p.m. 

Apr. 6: “Big Night” (Campbell Scott & Stanley Tucci, 1996). Much-loved comedy-drama about Italian American brothers, played by director Tucci and Tony Shalhoub, who put all their efforts into preparing a meal for Italian American bandleader Louis Prima in hopes that it will save their struggling New Jersey restaurant. 7:30 p.m. 

Apr. 7: “Donnie Darko” (Richard Kelly, 2001). Jake Gyllenhaal stars in this dark, original, and somewhat incoherent psychological sci-fi thriller about a hallucinating teen. Maggie Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore. 9:30 p.m. 

Apr. 8: “Decision To Leave” (Park Chan-wook, 2022). South Korean noir romantic thriller in which an insomniac police detective investigates the death of a retired immigration officer, who fell from a mountaintop cliff. The detective begins to suspect, and develop an attraction to, the dead man’s wife, a Chinese immigrant. Chan-wook won best director at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival for the film. Korean, subtitles. 1 p.m. 

Apr. 14: “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1” (Bill Condon, 2011). Romantic fantasy vampire film; the fourth installment in the Twilight Saga film series. 9:30 p.m.

Apr. 21: “Adaptation” (Spike Jonze, 2002). Meta comedy-drama with a script by Charlie Kaufman about his struggles to adapt Susan Orleans’ 1998 nonfiction book The Orchid Thief for the screen while suffering from writer’s block. Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep, Chris Cooper. 7 p.m.

Apr. 21: “Face/Off” (John Woo, 1997). Operatic sci-fi action thriller with a cult following. Nicholas Cage and John Travolta play archenemies who surgically implant each other’s faces onto their own bodies. 9:45 p.m. 

Apr. 23: “Daughters of Abdul-Rahman” (Zaid Abu Hamdan, 2021). Jordanian comedy-drama about 4 estranged and very different sisters who have escaped their restrictive lives but must reunite to find their missing father. Arabic, subtitles. Presented with the U-M Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies. 1:30 p.m. 

Apr. 28: “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” (Bill Condon, 2012). Romantic fantasy vampire film; the fifth installment in the Twilight Saga film series. 9:30 p.m.

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Costaki Economopoulos: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Apr. 20–22. Sharp, insightful, socially relevant comic from Georgia who specializes in political comedy. He has released 4 comedy albums and makes regular appearances on the Bob & Tom Radio Show. He has been referred to by a fellow comedian as a “casually brilliant joke philosopher.” 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., $17) general admission at the door. 996–9080.

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“Mlima’s Tale”: Theatre Nova.
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Every Fri.–Sun., Mar. 31–Apr. 23. Carla Milarch directs the Michigan premiere of Pulitzer-winning playwright Lynn Nottage’s 2018 tale of plunder and commerce in which the ghost of a murdered elephant haunts all who profit from its death. It’s a world in which we’re all unsettlingly connected and unconditional virtue is nonexistent. The New York Times reviewer called it a “visually inventive” and “transfixing,” work that “never feels sensational, on the one hand, or pious, on the other.” 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Mask & proof of vaccination required. Tickets $22 ($10 for kids under 17) in advance at theatre-nova.ticketleap.com and (if available) at the door. 635–8450.

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“Splattered”: Theatre Nova
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Every Fri.–Sun., Apr. 21–May 14. Briana O’Neal directs the premiere of Hal Davis and Carla Milarch’s play about a seminarian who sneaks away from a party at the New York Museum of Modern Art to be alone. In the galleries, he encounters the ghost of Jackson Pollock, who challenges some of the man’s most fundamental beliefs. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Mask required. Tickets $22 (kids under 17, $10) in advance at theatre-nova.ticketleap.com and (if available) at the door. 635–8450.

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"Studying Volcanic Activity on Jupiter's Moon Io”: University Lowbrow Astronomers Monthly Meeting
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Talk by Planetary Science Institute (Fort Kent, ME) senior scientist Jeff Morgenthaler. 7:30 p.m., Detroit Observatory, 1398 E. Ann. Free. 975–3248.

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Laz Slomovits & Katie Geddes: Green Wood Coffee House Series (First United Methodist Church)
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 These two popular veteran local folk musicians join forces to raise money for Alpha House, a nonprofit that shelters and supports families. Multi-instrumentalist Slomovits is best known as one half of longtime folk duo Gemini. Geddes performs folk, country-folk, and gospel tunes, along with songs by her contemporaries, such as John Prine, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Michael Nesmith, and Lennon & McCartney. 7:30 p.m., FUMC Green Wood Church, 1001 Green Rd. at Glazier Way. Free, but donations to Alpha House encouraged. 665–8558.  

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Michigan Theater
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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. 

Apr. 2: “Hidden Figures” (Theodore Melfi, 2016). Well-received biographical drama about African American women mathematicians who worked at NASA during the space race. Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monáe. 1:30 p.m. 

Apr. 3: “Singin’ in the Rain” (Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly, 1952). This celebrated musical is a lighthearted, dance-filled comedy about silent movie stars struggling to make the transition to talkies. Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds. 7:30 p.m.

Apr. 10: “In the Mood for Love” (Wong Kar-wai, 2000). Romantic drama set in crowded 1962 Hong Kong, where 2 neighbors realize their spouses are having an affair. A meditation on the nature of longing, the film is considered to be Wong’s masterpiece. Tony Leung, Maggie Cheung. Cantonese, subtitles. 7:30 p.m. 

Apr. 12: “National Theatre Live: The Crucible.” Broadcast of a taped 2022 National Theatre (London) performance of the masterful 1953 Arthur Miller historical drama that channels the dread, horror, and mania of the Salem witch trials. With a new staging by director Lyndsey Turner that, according to Time Out, is “full of good ideas” but not entirely coherent. 7:30 p.m. $22 (University Musical Society members, $18). 

Apr. 16: “The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival” (2023). Short films about wilderness adventures feature adrenaline-fueled footage from high peaks and swift rapids. 7 p.m.  

Apr. 17: “Beau Travail” (Claire Denis, 1999). Loosely based on Herman Melville’s unfinished novella Billy Budd, this acclaimed drama’s protagonists are soldiers in the French Foreign Legion working in Djibouti. French, subtitles. 7:30 p.m. 

Apr. 21: “Black Panther” (Ryan Coogler, 2018). Wildly popular superhero film about prince T’Challa’s return to the African kingdom of Wakanda to assume the throne upon his father’s death, and the many obstacles he encounters. Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o, Angela Bassett. 7:30 p.m. 

Apr. 24: “Tokyo Story” (Yasujirō Ozu, 1953). Subtle minimalist drama about an aging couple who travel to Tokyo to visit their grown children. Considered to be Ozu’s masterpiece, the film addresses themes of family dissolution and Westernization. Japanese, subtitles. 7:30 p.m.

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The Oblivion Project: Kerrytown Concert House
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This Cleveland-based chamber orchestra teams up with Argentine singer Solange Merdinian to perform some music of Astor Piazzolla, the 20th-century Argentine tango master whose “nuevo tango” incorporates elements of jazz and classical music. 7:30 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Masks encouraged. Tickets $29–50 (students $19) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com and at the door. 769–2999.

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“In Common”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.Sun., Apr. 21June 3. Rhiannon Ragland directs the world premiere of Philadelphia-based African American playwright Quinn D. Eli’s drama about Melanie, a woman haunted by a voice in her head—the voice of her friend who was killed years ago. The friend was Black, Melanie is white, and questions about why the tragedy happened and who was to blame come into focus when Melanie is drawn into a new relationship. Adult language and content. Cast: Caitlin Cavannaugh, Rachel Keown, Rusty Mewha, Olivia Miller, Dez Walker. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Mask and proof of vaccination required. Tickets $34-$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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“Monsters of the American Cinema”: Penny Seats Theatre Company
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Every Thurs.–Sat., Apr. 7–22. Craig Ester directs Christian St. Croix’s award-winning 2021 drama about a gay Black man whose husband dies, leaving him both the owner of a drive-in movie theater and a caregiver to his late husband’s straight, white teenage son. United by their love of classic American monster movies, the 2 have strong bond—until peer pressure and homophobia come between them. Suitable for ages 15 & up (strong language). 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), Stone Chalet Inn, 1917 Washtenaw Ave. Tickets $20 (seniors, $18), in advance at PennySeats.org and (if available) at the door. 926–5346.

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"Punch Line": U-M School of Dance
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The Vim Vigor Dance Company presents an original dance program described as "a prismatic lens of movement and radical storytelling ... audiences will find themselves embedded in a world where stand up comedy meets human frailty and death." Original electronic sound score by Marshall Chadbourne. 8:00 p.m., Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin Avenue. Free. smtd.umich.edu/dance-events.

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Acoustic Routes 10th Anniversary Concerts
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Apr. 20–22 (different programs). Three nights of shows celebrating 10 years of Acoustic Routes bringing top-notch musical acts to Saline. Tonight: C.A.R.Ma Quartet, an all-star ensemble led by world-renowned veteran local harmonica wiz Peter Madcat Ruth that plays an eclectic mix of traditional and improvisational music. With tabla player John Churchville, bassist Brennan Andes, and guitarist Dan Ripke. 8 p.m., Stony Lake Brewing, 447 E. Michigan Ave., Saline. $15–$20 in advance at stonylakebrewing.com & at the door. 316–7919.

 

 

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Pop-Up Comedy Show: Don’t Tell Comedy
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Comedy show with a lineup of comedians TBA held in a “nontraditional” (for comedy) secret indoor location. Both the lineup and location are revealed the day of the show. Alcohol is not served or allowed at this month’s show. 9 p.m., Ann Arbor location TBA. $25. Preregistration required at donttellcomedy.com/shows/ann-arbor-04-21-23.

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Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center
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Every Fri. All ages & skill levels invited to try swing dancing to prerecorded and (occasional) live music. Preceded at 8 p.m. by a beginner lesson. 9–11 p.m., RAC, 76 N. Huron, Ypsilanti. $5. tinyurl.com/riversideswings

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2023 Independent Film Festival Ypsilanti
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$12 (unless indicated otherwise) in advance at iffypsi.com and at the door (cash or credit). Four days of screenings showcasing local creators and filmmakers from around the world. Times subject to change; for up-to-date schedule and details, see iffypsi.com. Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti, various times. 

Apr. 19: “Michigan-ish.” Short films from Michigan on a variety of topics, from personal essays and music videos to science fiction. 7:30 p.m.

Apr. 20: “Sounds from Our Memories.” Mixtape film that incorporates documentary, music video, and visual experimentation. 7 p.m.

Feature Film TBA. 9:15 p.m.

Apr. 21: “Gems Across the Seas.” Short films from around the world, including works from South Africa, Mexico, and Hong Kong. 7 p.m.

“Hauntologies.” Haunted shorts. 9:15 p.m.

Apr. 22: Workshops for kids and adults. 1 p.m. FREE.

“Northwest Film Forum Tour.” Program of kids’ live action and animated shorts from around the world. 1 p.m. $6. 

“Radio Campfire: Close-ups.” Audio portraits and stories with projected video for ambiance. 3 p.m. $6.

Unfinished Film: “A Paranormal Periscope.” Screening of raw footage (interviews, etc.) shot at the Michigan Paranormal Convention, followed by a conversation with documentarian Jen Proctor about her unfinished film. 4:30 p.m. $6.

“Best of London International Animation Festival 2022.” Animated shorts. 7 p.m.

“Underground Picnic #2” Experimental tours of psychotropic cinematic vistas. 9 p.m.

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State Theatre
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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.

Apr. 4: “All Quiet on the Western Front” (Edward Berger, 2022). Third film adaptation (the others were in 1930 & 1979) of the 1929 Erich Maria Remarque novel about a young German soldier whose romantic view of war is shattered by the realities of World War I trench warfare. Oscar winner for best international feature film. Followed by a discussion led by U-M history professor Kira Thurman. 5 p.m. 

Apr. 6: “Drive My Car” (Ryusuke Hamaguchi, 2021). Moving, complex drama about a stage director in mourning for his screenwriter wife. After taking a job directing a pan-Asian, multi-lingual production of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya in Hiroshima, he bonds with his driver, who has sorrows of her own. Winner of the best international feature film at the 2021 Academy Awards. Japanese, Chinese, Tagalog, Korean Sign Language; subtitles. 7:15 p.m. 

Apr. 6: “Big Night” (Campbell Scott & Stanley Tucci, 1996). Much-loved comedy-drama about Italian American brothers, played by director Tucci and Tony Shalhoub, who put all their efforts into preparing a meal for Italian American bandleader Louis Prima in hopes that it will save their struggling New Jersey restaurant. 7:30 p.m. 

Apr. 7: “Donnie Darko” (Richard Kelly, 2001). Jake Gyllenhaal stars in this dark, original, and somewhat incoherent psychological sci-fi thriller about a hallucinating teen. Maggie Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore. 9:30 p.m. 

Apr. 8: “Decision To Leave” (Park Chan-wook, 2022). South Korean noir romantic thriller in which an insomniac police detective investigates the death of a retired immigration officer, who fell from a mountaintop cliff. The detective begins to suspect, and develop an attraction to, the dead man’s wife, a Chinese immigrant. Chan-wook won best director at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival for the film. Korean, subtitles. 1 p.m. 

Apr. 14: “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1” (Bill Condon, 2011). Romantic fantasy vampire film; the fourth installment in the Twilight Saga film series. 9:30 p.m.

Apr. 21: “Adaptation” (Spike Jonze, 2002). Meta comedy-drama with a script by Charlie Kaufman about his struggles to adapt Susan Orleans’ 1998 nonfiction book The Orchid Thief for the screen while suffering from writer’s block. Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep, Chris Cooper. 7 p.m.

Apr. 21: “Face/Off” (John Woo, 1997). Operatic sci-fi action thriller with a cult following. Nicholas Cage and John Travolta play archenemies who surgically implant each other’s faces onto their own bodies. 9:45 p.m. 

Apr. 23: “Daughters of Abdul-Rahman” (Zaid Abu Hamdan, 2021). Jordanian comedy-drama about 4 estranged and very different sisters who have escaped their restrictive lives but must reunite to find their missing father. Arabic, subtitles. Presented with the U-M Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies. 1:30 p.m. 

Apr. 28: “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” (Bill Condon, 2012). Romantic fantasy vampire film; the fifth installment in the Twilight Saga film series. 9:30 p.m.

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