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May 2, 2023

Pittsfield Township Senior Center
9:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors, 822–2120. Free (except as noted) in person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 9–10 a.m.). Exercise with Karen (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 1–3 p.m.). Bridge (Mon. 1:30 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 9 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 1–3:30 p.m.). Watercolor Painting (Wed. 9 a.m.). $1 per card. Bingo (Wed. 1–3 p.m.). Crafting (Fri. 10–11:30 a.m.). Trivia (Fri. 1–2 p.m.). May 17, 24, & 31 (11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) Senior Strolls, group walks in Lillie Park South. May 19 (1–3 p.m.): “Senior Spring Fling,” a chance for seniors and their friends to take part in a cupcake walk, a ring toss, guessing games, and a team game TBA. Prizes & refreshments.

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

Ann Arbor Senior Center
10:30 am - 11:30 am Observer EditorObserver Editor
Ann Arbor Senior Center
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1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250. Weekly activities. Free unless otherwise indicated. Preregistration required. Senior Park Walks (Mon. 10–11 a.m.) $2; members, free. Bridge (Mon. 12:30–4 p.m.) duplicate non-sanctioned, $3; members, $2. Recorder Group (Mon. 12:30–1:30 p.m.) $2; members, free. Tai Chi for All Levels (Tues. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Line Dancing (Tues. noon–1 p.m.). Adventures in Watercolor (Tues. 1:30–3:30 p.m.) bring a basic watercolor set, brushes, paper, and pencil. Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10–11 a.m.) via Zoom at tinyurl.com/4yp2fb82. Intermediate Tai Chi (Wed. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Life Writing (Wed. 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.). Strength Training for Seniors (Wed. & Fri., 1–2 p.m.).

“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., MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478. 

Playgroups for Babies: AADL
11:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed., except May 29 (different times): Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open play. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m.), Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m.).

Preschool Storytimes: AADL
11:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Every Mon.–Fri. except May 29 (different times): Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m. & Thurs. 11 a.m.), Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m. & Wed. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood & Pittsfield (Thurs. 11 a.m.), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.).

“Creating the Fourth Chapter of Human Genomics”: U-M Human Genetics Department James V. Neel Lecture
12:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Creating the Fourth Chapter of Human Genomics”: U-M Human Genetics Department James V. Neel Lecture
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National Human Genome Research Institute director Eric Green discusses recent advances in gene mapping and sequencing. Followed by a reception. Noon, U-M Biomedical Sciences Bldg. Kahn Auditorium, 109 Zina Pitcher. Free. 647–3149.

Ann Arbor Senior Center
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Ann Arbor Senior Center
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1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250. Weekly activities. Free unless otherwise indicated. Preregistration required. Senior Park Walks (Mon. 10–11 a.m.) $2; members, free. Bridge (Mon. 12:30–4 p.m.) duplicate non-sanctioned, $3; members, $2. Recorder Group (Mon. 12:30–1:30 p.m.) $2; members, free. Tai Chi for All Levels (Tues. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Line Dancing (Tues. noon–1 p.m.). Adventures in Watercolor (Tues. 1:30–3:30 p.m.) bring a basic watercolor set, brushes, paper, and pencil. Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10–11 a.m.) via Zoom at tinyurl.com/4yp2fb82. Intermediate Tai Chi (Wed. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Life Writing (Wed. 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.). Strength Training for Seniors (Wed. & Fri., 1–2 p.m.).

Animal Ear & Floral Headbands: AADL Downtown
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Animal Ear & Floral Headbands: AADL Downtown
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May 2 (1–2 p.m.): Kids grades K–5 invited to craft headbands with felt animal ears & flowers.

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.

Pittsfield Township Senior Center
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors, 822–2120. Free (except as noted) in person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 9–10 a.m.). Exercise with Karen (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 1–3 p.m.). Bridge (Mon. 1:30 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 9 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 1–3:30 p.m.). Watercolor Painting (Wed. 9 a.m.). $1 per card. Bingo (Wed. 1–3 p.m.). Crafting (Fri. 10–11:30 a.m.). Trivia (Fri. 1–2 p.m.). May 17, 24, & 31 (11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) Senior Strolls, group walks in Lillie Park South. May 19 (1–3 p.m.): “Senior Spring Fling,” a chance for seniors and their friends to take part in a cupcake walk, a ring toss, guessing games, and a team game TBA. Prizes & refreshments.

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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Free. 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. Walking Off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.) via Zoom. Euchre (Mon. 1–3 p.m.) in person. Online Meditation Drop-In (Tues. 10–11:30 a.m.) via Zoom. 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. Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 1–3 p.m.) via Zoom. Una Tertulia (1st & 3rd Thurs. 3–5 p.m.) for native Spanish speakers in person.

Ann Arbor Senior Center
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Ann Arbor Senior Center
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1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250. Weekly activities. Free unless otherwise indicated. Preregistration required. Senior Park Walks (Mon. 10–11 a.m.) $2; members, free. Bridge (Mon. 12:30–4 p.m.) duplicate non-sanctioned, $3; members, $2. Recorder Group (Mon. 12:30–1:30 p.m.) $2; members, free. Tai Chi for All Levels (Tues. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Line Dancing (Tues. noon–1 p.m.). Adventures in Watercolor (Tues. 1:30–3:30 p.m.) bring a basic watercolor set, brushes, paper, and pencil. Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10–11 a.m.) via Zoom at tinyurl.com/4yp2fb82. Intermediate Tai Chi (Wed. 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Life Writing (Wed. 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.). Strength Training for Seniors (Wed. & Fri., 1–2 p.m.).

“Art History in the Afternoon: John James Audubon”: Ann Arbor District Library
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Art History in the Afternoon: John James Audubon”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Local art historian Kathy Gunderson discusses this pioneering American naturalist. 2–3 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Rd. Free. 327–4200.

U-M Baseball vs. Kent State
4:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
U-M Baseball vs. Kent State
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The 2023 home schedule wraps up this month with a 3-game series vs. Northwestern (May 12, 6 p.m.; May 13, 2 p.m.; May 14, 3 p.m.) and a single game vs. Xavier (May 16, 4 p.m.). 4 p.m. Ray Fisher Stadium, 1114 S. State. Tickets $6–$8 (Mon.-Thurs. nonconference games, free) at mGOblue.com/tickets & at the gate. 764–0247.

“Homemade Felt Food: Tomatoes”: Ann Arbor District Library
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Homemade Felt Food: Tomatoes”: Ann Arbor District Library
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All adults and kids ages 8 & up invited to this beginner-level crafting session. 6–7 p.m., AADL Pittsfield, 2359 Oak Valley. Free. 327–4200.

“Tuesday Evening Birders”: Washtenaw Audubon Society
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Tuesday Evening Birders”: Washtenaw Audubon Society
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Every Tues. WAS members lead evening walks at various local birding sites. Bring binoculars and (if you have one) a scope. 6–8 p.m., usually carpool from one location; check bit.ly/A2tuesdaybirders before each trip to confirm location. Free.

Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
6:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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Every Tues. & Sat. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet locations. Rain or shine. 6 p.m. (Tues.) & 8 a.m. (Sat.), 5700 Jackson Rd. (Sat.) & 123 E. Liberty (Tues.). Free. 929–9022 (Sat.), 769–5016 (Tues.).

BattleTech: Classic: Sylvan Factory
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
BattleTech: Classic: Sylvan Factory
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Every Tues. All invited to play this fast-paced tabletop miniatures war game. No experience needed; materials provided. 6–9 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.

Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company
6:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company
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Every Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join an advanced or beginner group run (Sat.), a 5-km mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 6 p.m. (Mon., Tues., & Thurs.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Traver Village (Mon.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; AARC Colonnade (Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower; AARC Downtown (Sat. & Tues.), 209 S. Ashley. Free. Annarborrunningcompany.com.

U-M Softball vs. WMU
6:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
U-M Softball vs. WMU
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Last home game. 6 p.m., Alumni Field, 1114 S. State. Tickets $6–$10 at mGOblue.com/tickets & at the gate. 764–0247.

Death Café: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, DonationDonation, FreeFree, OnlineOnline
Death Café: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
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An ICSG facilitator leads a frank conversation (via Zoom) about death. 6:30–8:30 p.m., for URL see InterfaithSpirit.org. Free, but donations appreciated. 327–0270.

“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active
7:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, DonationDonation, FreeFree, OnlineOnline
“Capture the Flag”: All Hands Active
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Every Tues. All invited to try to solve a computer security problem (or series of problems). Led by AHA members. Beginners welcome. 7 p.m., for URL preregister at meetup.com/AllHandsActive/events. Free; donations welcome. info@AllHandsActive.org.

“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
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“Sufi Chanting, Movement, & Meditations”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
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Every Tues. Talk (via Zoom) by Imam Kamau Ayubbi. All ages welcome. 7 p.m., for URL see interfaithspirit.org/events/featured-event. $5–$10 suggested donation. 327–0270.

“Trivia with Terry!”: Argus Farm Stop
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Trivia with Terry!”: Argus Farm Stop
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May 2 & 16. All invited to form teams to answer wacky trivia questions from this longtime Aut Bar trivia night emcee. 7–8:30 p.m., Argus, 1200 Packard. Free. 997–5448.

Ann Arbor Camera Club
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Ann Arbor Camera Club
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May 2 & 16. May 2: Announcement of the results of the club’s annual digital and print competition, as well as a slideshow of all entrants’ submissions. May 16: Club members show their projected digital images and prints on various topics, including this month’s assignment, “Images from Phone Camera.” 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty, rear entrance, 2nd floor. Mask and proof of Covid-19 vaccination and booster required. Free. annarborcameraclub.org, a2camclub@gmail.com.

English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, DonationDonation
English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
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Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no partner or experience needed. Wear comfortable clothes and bring flat, non-slip shoes. First-timers are asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr. Mask required. Suggested donation: $8 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). aactmad.org/english-country, 665–7704.

Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
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Every Tues. All male and female singers invited to join weekly rehearsals. 7–8:45 p.m., Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd. Masks encouraged, vaccination required to join. Free to visitors (annual dues for those who join). bit.ly/hvharmonizers. info@HVharmonizers.org, 796–7467. [2x]  

Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
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. 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. Sat. (noon–3 p.m.): Intro to Magic: The Gathering, free. Sat. (6–10 p.m.): Commander Pods, casual groups of 4 players, free. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.

Virtual Trivia Night: Ann Arbor Adventure Club
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Virtual Trivia Night: Ann Arbor Adventure Club
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Every Tues. All invited to form teams of 4 or so persons to compete (via Zoom) in a family-friendly 2-round trivia contest. Solo competitors are matched up. 7 p.m., for URL email burrbarr7@hotmail.com. Free.

“Resurrecting Anthroposophy: A Report from 2033”: Great Lakes Branch of the Anthroposophical Society in America
7:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, DonationDonation, FreeFree
“Resurrecting Anthroposophy: A Report from 2033”: Great Lakes Branch of the Anthroposophical Society in America
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Branch member John Beck, the longtime former Anthroposophical Society in America communications director, discusses his lifetime work in communications and cultural activism and the legacy of Rudolf Steiner’s philosophical teachings. 7:30 p.m., Rudolf Steiner House, 1923 Geddes Ave. Free, but donations welcome. dwight.ebaugh@gmail.com, 276–5294. 

 

Open Mic Comedy Night: The Club Above
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Open Mic Comedy Night: The Club Above
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Every Tues. Open mic stand-up comedy emceed by local comic Vivian Burgett. All age 18 & up welcome to sign up for 5-minute sets starting at 7 p.m.—or just listen. 7:30–10 p.m., The Club Above (3rd floor in the Heidelberg restaurant), 215 N. Main. Free. 996–8555.

The Moth Michigan GrandSLAM: Michigan Radio
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The Moth Michigan GrandSLAM: Michigan Radio
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All-star storytelling showdown featuring the last 10 winners of the Ann Arbor StorySLAMs, the monthly open mic storytelling competitions sponsored by The Moth, the NYC-based nonprofit storytelling organization that also produces a weekly public radio show. 8 p.m. (doors open 7 p.m.), The Ark, 316 S. Main. $39.50 in advance at themoth.org and at the door. 761–1451.