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June 14, 2023
Wednesday Workshops: Ann Arbor Senior Center
“Little Trees, Big Impact: 10th Anniversary Celebration”: Ann Arbor Bonsai Society
June 1–30. 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 (1–4 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 7–14 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 7–14 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.
Watercolor Painting: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
Pittsfield Township Senior Center (701 W. Ellsworth, 822–2120). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Check meeting status before coming. bit.ly/pittsfield-senior. Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 9–10 a.m.). Coffee & Conversation (Mon. 9–10 a.m.). Open Cards and Games (Mon. 1–3 p.m.). Mah-jongg (Tues. 10–11:45 a.m.). Euchre (Tues. 1–3:30 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).
“Tiny Tails Story Time”: HSHV
Playgroups for Babies: AADL
Preschool Storytimes: AADL
Every Mon.–Fri. (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.).
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
“Japan Week: Teru Teru Bozu: Japanese Weather Dolls”: Ann Arbor District Library
“Top of the Park”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival
See 9 Friday. Tonight in the Kidzone: A2Zero offers zero waste games and activities (5 p.m.). On the Power Center Lawn: Capoeira (5:30 p.m.), an Afro-Brazilian dance martial art, with Ann Arbor Capoeira. In the Annex tent: a chance to view the sun through the U-M Detroit Observatory’s telescopes (4 p.m.) and, after sunset, view the night sky. On the O&W Grove Stage: Jill Goven (5 p.m.), a Detroit-based soul singer who pairs sultry vocals with acoustic-driven grooves. Also, Detroit folk singer-songwriter Audra Kubat (6 p.m.). On the Rackham Stage: Al Bettis (7 p.m.), a Detroit singer-songwriter whose music blends jazzy acoustic guitar with thoughtful, complex R&B lyrics. Also, Madison McFerrin (8:15 p.m.), an up-and-coming L.A.-based R&B singer who layers soulful vocals over jazzy live looping tracks. The music is followed at 10 p.m. by a screening of Everything Everywhere All at Once, Daniel Kwan & Daniel Scheinert’s Oscar-winning 2022 action comedy fantasy about a middle-aged Chinese immigrant on a mission to save the universe by exploring her other lives in alternate realities. 5 p.m.–midnight.
“West Side Nite Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Wed. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 10 to 30 miles, along the B2B Trail to Hudson Mills Metropark and/or Dexter-Huron Metropark with a possible visit to the Dexter Dairy Queen. This ride is a favorite with newcomers and casual riders. 5 p.m. sharp, meet at Forest Lawn Cemetery parking lot, corner of Broad & Grand, Dexter. Free. 426–5116.
Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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.
Guided Evening Walks: Matthaei Botanical Gardens
June 14 & 28. Guided walks, organized around different themes, through the conservatory or (weather permitting) the grounds. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. June themes: “The Importance of Pollinators” (June 14), “From Flowers to Fruits” (June 28). 5:30–6:30 p.m. (5:15 p.m. arrival recommended), Matthaei Botanical Gardens lobby, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/guided-nature-walks-w23, 647–7600.
Chuchito Valdez: Blue LLama Jazz Club
Following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho Valdés and grandfather Bebo Valdés, Chuchito Valdés continues the legacy of great piano players from Cuba. This piano master captivates with his sensitivity and drives excitement with his dynamic band. Chuchito is recognized as a master of Cuban music including Son, Danzon, Cuban Timba and Guaguanco. He has also extensively studied classical music including harmony and composition. His original compositions and arrangements draw on classical harmonic and structural techniques. In his performances, Chuchito’s music draws on many styles including Afro-Cuban Latin Jazz, Bebop, Danzon, Cha-Cha-Cha, Son Montuno and much more.
314 S. Main St. ,Ann Arbor. opentable.com/walk-ins welcome $15. loryn.hawley@bluellamaclub.com https://bluellamaclub.com/event/chuchito-valdes-trio/2023-06-14/ 7343723200.Shop Tour: Maker Works
“Forbidden City, U.S.A.”: Ann Arbor District Library
Documentary (Arthur Dong, 1989) using archival footage about Forbidden City, an all-Chinese San Francisco nightclub that flourished in the 1930s and 40s. In partnership with The Big Gay Read 2023, whose reading selection is Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo, which takes place in San Francisco’s Chinatown of that time period. 6:30-7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. 327-4200.
“Japan Week: Howl's Moving Castle Silhouettes”: Ann Arbor District Library
“The Forbidden Territory of a Terrifying Woman”: Literati Bookstore
U-M creative writing professor Molly Lynch reads from and discusses her debut novel, an absorbing story, an exploration of marriage and motherhood in a time of ecological collapse that’s about a young father searching for his missing wife who discovers that mothers all over the world are vanishing from their homes. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Mask encouraged. Free. 585–5567.
“Native Yards Gardens Tour”: Wild Ones
“Kiki’s Delivery Service”: Fathom Events
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.).
"An Evening of Poetry and Written Word”: Crazy Wisdom Poetry Circle
"Hairspray": Fathom Events
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: (John Waters, 1988) Gleefully trashy portrait, set in 1962 Baltimore, of a pleasantly plump teen girl who confronts racism when she lands a spot on a TV dance show. Ricki Lake, Debbie Harry, Divine, Ruth Brown. 4 p.m. (Sun.) & 7 p.m. (Wed.).
Ann Arbor Bridge Club
Every Wed. (except June 21). All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner if you can, or call in advance or arrive 20 minutes early if you can’t. 7–10:30 p.m., Walden Hills clubhouse, 2114 Pauline east of Maple. (Park in the designated spaces in the lot on the north side of Pauline.) $6 per person. 945–6021.
Hot Club Wednesday: Djangophonique: N/A
Djangophonique is a virtuosic, instrumentally driven quartet led by guitar player Andrew Brown. With over a decade of national touring experience, Brown is no stranger to the stage and delivers every performance with personality and enigmatic charm. A true disciple of the style, Brown has spent countless hours immersing himself in the language of Django Reinhardt’s jazz manouche, and he’s joined on stage by bandmates that match his skill and passion for the material. The result is a sound that’s unmistakable to fans of the music, and alluring to the uninitiated—a sound that can bring the lively energy of a parisian dance hall to the quietest listening room or captivate a buzzing festival audience with a shimmering ballad. With respect for the tradition and a fearless creativity that bends the conventions of the style, Djangophonique is keeping the Hot Club revival alive and well.
$10 Cover
301 North 5th Avenue ,Ann Arbor. $10. northstarlounge@gmail.comKerrytown Crafters
Meditation & Discussion: Ann Arbor Karma Thegsum Chöling
“Music in the Park”: Ann Arbor Civic Band Summer Concert Series
Every Wed. June 14–July 19. A popular local outdoor summer tradition, the 88-year-old Civic Band is directed by J. Nick Smith. Bring a picnic and blanket and relax on the grass. Tonight: “The Classics,” a mix of popular band and classical music works, including Famous Melodies of Tchaikovsky (arr. Ployhar), Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, Clarke’s Carnival of Venice, and works by Grainger, Gershwin, Fillmore, and Anderson. Featuring EMU trumpet professor Anderson Romeron and guest conductor Nick Balla. 7:30–8:30 p.m., Burns Park, 1300 Baldwin Ave. Free. annarborcivicband.org.
“Wednesday Night Swing”: Ann Arbor Swing Dance Association
Every Wed. Lindy Hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, and Balboa dancing to music spun by DJs. No partner needed. Wear comfortable low-grip shoes. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a free beginner lesson. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Michigan League Vandenberg Rm., 2nd fl. (June 7 & 21) or Michigan Union Anderson Rm. ABCD, 1st fl. (June 14 & 28). Mask recommended; full vaccination and boosters required. $5 (free for SAA members). Swingannarbor.com.
Open Rehearsal: The Arbor Consort
Every Wed. All singers invited to rehearse with this semi-professional a cappella ensemble that performs Renaissance and Victorian-era music in period dress. The official madrigal group of the Michigan Renaissance Festival. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Dixboro United Methodist Church, 5221 Church Rd. Free. TheArborConsort.org.
Chuchito Valdez: Blue LLama Jazz Club
With influences of Caribbean rhythms and jazz, Chuchito creates an exciting and energetic blend of spicy music that drives audiences wild.
Following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho Valdés and grandfather Bebo Valdés, Chuchito Valdés continues the legacy of great piano players from Cuba. This piano master captivates with his sensitivity and drives excitement with his dynamic band. Chuchito is recognized as a master of Cuban music including Son, Danzon, Cuban Timba and Guaguanco. He has also extensively studied classical music including harmony and composition. His original compositions and arrangements draw on classical harmonic and structural techniques. In his performances, Chuchito’s music draws on many styles including Afro-Cuban Latin Jazz, Bebop, Danzon, Cha-Cha-Cha, Son Montuno and much more.
314 S. Main St. ,Ann Arbor. opentable.com/walk-ins welcome $15 cover. loryn.hawley@bluellamaclub.com https://bluellamaclub.com/event/chuchito-valdes-trio/2023-06-14/2/ 7343723200.
