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June 12, 2023

"Coffee & Conversation": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
9:00 am - 10:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
"Coffee & Conversation": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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%stPittsfield Township Senior Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 8222120). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Check meeting status before coming. bit.ly/pittsfield-senior. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.). Coffee & Conversation (Mon. 9–10 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 13 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 1011:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 13:30 p.m.). Watercolor Painting (Wed. 10–11:30 a.m.). Book Club (Wed., June 7, 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Investment Club (Wed., June 7 & 21, 2:30 p.m.). Flower Arranging (Thurs. 9:30–11:30 a.m.). Crafting Crew (Fri. 10-11:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m., except June 30).

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"Rise & Shine Exercise": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
9:00 am - 10:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
"Rise & Shine Exercise": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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Pittsfield Township Senior Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 8222120). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Check meeting status before coming. bit.ly/pittsfield-senior. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.). Coffee & Conversation (Mon. 9–10 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 13 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 1011:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 13:30 p.m.). Watercolor Painting (Wed. 10–11:30 a.m.). Book Club (Wed., June 7, 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Investment Club (Wed., June 7 & 21, 2:30 p.m.). Flower Arranging (Thurs. 9:30–11:30 a.m.). Crafting Crew (Fri. 10-11:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m., except June 30).

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“Little Trees, Big Impact: 10th Anniversary Celebration”: Ann Arbor Bonsai Society
10:00 am - 8:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
“Little Trees, Big Impact: 10th Anniversary Celebration”: Ann Arbor Bonsai Society
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June 130. Month-long celebration of the Matthaei Bonsai Garden’s 10th year, with themed weeks, pop-up pruning demos in the garden, family-friendly activities, and workshops for all levels (June 17 & 18, see website for information). June 17 (14 p.m.): Bonsai Expert Demonstrations. Well-known Japanese Satsuki experts Hiroharu Kobayashi and Yoichi Fukudan demonstrate their work with hearty Satsuki azaleas on the Matthaei commons. June 24 (10 a.m.noon): Basics of Bonsai for Families. Kids ages 714 invited with their families to explore the bonsai collection, learn about the art, and practice some simple techniques themselves. Preregistration required. June 25 (12:30–2 p.m.): Bonsai Stories for Families. Kids ages 714 invited with their families to write and illustrate stories inspired by the bonsai collection. $8/kid, preregistration required. Various dates and times, U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/little-trees-big-impact-event.

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“St. Patrick’s Dirt Road Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
10:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“St. Patrick’s Dirt Road Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Mon. Slow/moderate-paced 21-mile ride to Independence Lake on mostly dirt roads. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. steucy@aim.com.

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“Preschool ArtStart”: AADL
10:30 am - 11:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
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%stJune 12, 14, & 15 (10:30–11 a.m.): Fun process-based arts & crafts for children ages 25, accompanied by an adult. Traverwood (June 12), Pittsfield (June 14), & Malletts Creek (June 15).

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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
10:30 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. (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.).

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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
10:30 am - 11:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Every Mon.–Fri. (different times). Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 25 (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.).

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“Monday Noon Dexter Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
12:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Monday Noon Dexter Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Mon. Slow/moderate-paced rides, 10 to 30 miles,  around B2B trails in Hudson Mills and Dexter-Huron Metroparks. Noon sharp, meet at Forest Lawn Cemetery parking lot, corner of Broad & Grand, Dexter. Free. 426–5116.

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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree, OnlineOnline
Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Mon., Weds., & Fri. Via Zoom. For link see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. Noon-12:30 p.m. Free. 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu. 

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"Walking Off The Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree, OnlineOnline
"Walking Off The Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Mon., Weds., & Fri. Via Zoom. For link see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCal. 12:30-1 p.m. Free. 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu. 

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Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
12:30 pm - 4:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Every Monday. Duplicate non-sanctioned, $3; members, $2. 1320 Baldwin Ave. bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt. 794–6250.

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Recorder Group: Ann Arbor Senior Center
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
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Every Monday.$2; members, free. 1320 Baldwin Ave. bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, 7946250.

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“Pint Size Polkas: Music & Magic Friendzy”: AADL Downtown
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
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Polka Hall of Fame accordionist Mike Schneider performs polkas, along with magic and comedy. Preschool–3rd grade.

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"Open Cards & Games": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
"Open Cards & Games": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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Pittsfield Township Senior Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 8222120). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Check meeting status before coming. bit.ly/pittsfield-senior. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.). Coffee & Conversation (Mon. 9–10 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 13 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 1011:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 13:30 p.m.). Watercolor Painting (Wed. 10–11:30 a.m.). Book Club (Wed., June 7, 10:30–11:30 a.m.). Investment Club (Wed., June 7 & 21, 2:30 p.m.). Flower Arranging (Thurs. 9:30–11:30 a.m.). Crafting Crew (Fri. 10-11:30 a.m.). Bridge (Fri. 12:30-3:30 p.m., except June 30).

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Euchre: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Euchre: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Every Mon. In person. 1–3 p.m., 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu.

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“Pint Size Polkas: Music & Magic Friendzy”: AADL Downtown
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Pint Size Polkas: Music & Magic Friendzy”: AADL Downtown
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Polka Hall of Fame accordionist Mike Schneider performs polkas, along with magic and comedy. Preschool–3rd grade.

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“Mifune: The Last Samurai”: Ann Arbor District Library
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Mifune: The Last Samurai”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Biographical documentary (Steven Okazaki, 2015) chronicling the life of Toshiro Mifune, a Japanese movie star most noted for his work with Akira Kurosawa. Part of AADL Japan Week. 6-7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. 327-4200.

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Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
6:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
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Every Mon. Moderate-paced 20-mile ride to Dexter and back, often with a rest stop along the way. Riders must wear a helmet and bring water and supplies to fix a flat tire. 6 p.m. (non-members must arrive 10 minutes early to sign a club waiver), Forsythe Middle School, 1655 Newport. Free. annarborveloclub.org.

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

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“Africatown”: Literati Bookstore
6:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
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Freelance journalist Nick Tabor discusses his new book about the history of this Alabama town which was founded in the 1860s by the last group of enslaved people ever brought to the U.S. from West Africa. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Mask encouraged. Free. 585–5567.

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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
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Every Fri., Sat., & Mon.Wed. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. 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. 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. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.

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“Kiki’s Delivery Service”: Fathom Events
7:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
“Kiki’s Delivery Service”: Fathom Events
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973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $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), various times.

TONIGHT: (Hayao Miyazaki, 1989). Dubbed (Sun.) & subtitled (Mon. & Wed.) screenings of this coming-of-age anime about a teen witch trying to find her place in the world. 4 p.m. (Sun., Ann Arbor 20 only) & 7 p.m. (Mon. & Wed.).

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"The Birdcage": Michigan Theater
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"The Birdcage": 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.

June 12: “The Birdcage” (Mike Nichols, 1996). Funny and popular farce adapted by Elaine May from a French play. It stars Robin Williams and Nathan Lane as a gay couple who run a drag club in Florida. Gene Hackman, Dianne Wiest. 7:30 p.m.

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Large Ensemble Meeting: Ann Arbor Recorder Society
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Large Ensemble Meeting: Ann Arbor Recorder Society
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All beginning and advanced players of the recorder and other early instruments invited to play mostly Renaissance music, directed by viol teacher and early music specialist Janet Cannon. Bring your own music stand. 7:309 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church basement music room (enter by the back door), 1501 W. Liberty. Mask (when not playing) and proof of latest Covid booster required. Free to visitors ($35 yearly dues for those who join). A2recordersociety.org.

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Scandinavian Music Jam
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree, HybridHybrid
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June 12 & 26. Bruce Sagan and Brad Battey lead an acoustic jam session devoted to traditional music from Sweden and Norway. All instruments welcome, no experience necessary. 7:30–9:30 p.m., in person or virtual TBA. For location, email bsagan@msu.edu. Free.

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Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
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Every Mon. Learn to dance jigs, reels, and strathspeys. All dances taught. Usually with live music by Susie Lorand, Josh Burdick, & friends. 7:30–9:30 p.m. Genesis of Ann Arbor, 2309 Packard. Mask and vaccination required. $5. 274–0773.

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Comedy Open Mic: The Blind Pig
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Comedy Open Mic: The Blind Pig
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Every Mon. Performances by up to 15 aspiring stand-up comics from around the state. Local comics emcee. To perform, sign up by sending a message on Instagram, bit.ly/comedyblindpig. Age 21 & up only. 8–9:30 p.m., The Blind Pig, 208 S. First St. Free. 996–8555.

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