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June 24, 2023
Late Night: Alyssa Smith Trio: Blue LLama Jazz Club
Alyssa Smith is a musician, pianist, and composer from Madison, Wisconsin and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Jazz and Contemporary Improvisation from U-M. She specializes in free, solo improvisation, and has performed numerous solo performances at Madison’s local jazz club, Cafe Coda. She has also worked in many collaborative settings with singer/songwriter, and Madison Area Music Award-winner Anthony Lamar, as well as many other Madison-based music groups. Alyssa is a versatile performer and plays genres including classical, jazz, and rock.
There is no cover for this show and reservations are not required.
314 S. Main St. ,Ann Arbor. https://bluellamaclub.com/event/late-night-alyssa-smith-trio-2/ no cover, no reservations necessary. hello@bluellamaclub.com https://bluellamaclub.com/event/late-night-alyssa-smith-trio-2/ 7343723200.Late Night: Alyssa Smith Trio: Blue LLama Jazz Club
Alyssa Smith is a musician, pianist, and composer from Madison, Wisconsin and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Jazz and Contemporary Improvisation from U-M. She specializes in free, solo improvisation, and has performed numerous solo performances at Madison’s local jazz club, Cafe Coda. She has also worked in many collaborative settings with singer/songwriter, and Madison Area Music Award-winner Anthony Lamar, as well as many other Madison-based music groups. Alyssa is a versatile performer and plays genres including classical, jazz, and rock.
There is no cover for this show and reservations are not required.
314 S. Main St. ,Ann Arbor. https://bluellamaclub.com/event/late-night-alyssa-smith-trio-2/ no cover, no reservations necessary. hello@bluellamaclub.com https://bluellamaclub.com/event/late-night-alyssa-smith-trio-2/ 7343723200.A2P2 Membership Meet & Greet: Ann Arbor for Public Power
Ann Arbor for Public Power (A2P2) Membership Meet & Greet. New member orientation and updates on: feasibility study, ED hiring, next Round Table, power outage testimonials, and more! Mark your calendars and learn about renewable, reliable, responsible public power!
Journey of Faith Christian Church, 1900 Manchester Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 ,Ann Arbor. NA Free. calendar@annarborpublicpower.org annarborpublicpower.org 734-272-5194.Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company
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.
“Tri Goddess Tri”: Epic Races
All women invited to compete in chip-timed triathlons, duathlons, and relay races of various lengths. Awards, medals for finishers, T-shirts, & more. 7:30 a.m. (packet pick up begins at 5:45 a.m.), Portage Lake Beach, 11500 Seymour Rd., Waterloo Recreation Area, Chelsea. $115–$145 (prices increase after June 16) in advance at epicraces.com/event/tri-goddess-tri. $13 ($18 at the gate) per vehicle recreation passport required. info@epicraces.com, 585–7101.
“Saturday Morning Ride to Chelsea”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Sat. Moderate-paced ride, 25 miles or more, to Zou Zou’s Cafe in Chelsea. Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone, and snacks. 8 a.m. sharp, meet at Barton Nature Area parking lot, W. Huron River Dr. near Bird Rd. Free. mkmcguinn@comcast.net, 649–9762.
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
THIS EVENT IS ON JUNE 17. “Prothonotary Paddle”: Washtenaw Audubon Society
THIS EVENT IS ON JUNE 17.
City ornithologist Juliet Berger & WAS club member Matthew Spoor lead a paddle along a stretch of the Huron River in Hudson Mills and Delhi Metroparks in search of the beautiful prothonotary warbler and other birds. Picnic (BYO food & beverage) about halfway. 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. meet at Skip’s Canoe Livery (if renting a canoe), 3902 E. Delhi Rd., & at Hudson Mills Metropark Activity Center (if bringing your own canoe), 8801 North Territorial Rd. Free; $10 vehicle entrance fee. Space limited; preregistration required via president@washtenawaudubon.org. Info: washtenawaudubon.org/events.
Volunteer Stewardship Workday: Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation Division
June 3, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, & 25. All invited to help maintain natural areas and remove invasive plants in various city parks. Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and bring heavy gloves; tools, snacks, & know-how provided. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian. June 3 (9 a.m.–noon): Bluffs Nature Area, meet at the pull-off area on Huronview Blvd., off N. Main St. June 10 (9 a.m.–noon): Ruthven Nature Area, meet at the park entrance off Huron Pkwy. June 10 (1–4 p.m.): Fuller Park, meet at the Island Park parking lot, at the end of Island Drive. June 11 (9 a.m.–noon): Bird Hills Nature Area, meet at the Newport Rd. parking lot entrance, just north of M-14. June 11 (1–4 p.m.): Brokaw Nature Area, meet at the parking lot off W. Huron River Dr. June 17 (9 a.m.–noon): Dolph Nature Area, meet at the parking lot off Wagner Rd. June 18 (1–4 p.m.): Hickory Nature Area, meet at the park entrance on Dillon Dr. June 24 (9 a.m.–noon): Olson Park, meet at the entrance on Dhu Varren Rd., just east of Pontiac Tr. June 25 (1–4 p.m.): Barton Nature Area, meet at the Barton Dam parking lot on Huron River Drive. Various locations. Free. Preregistration recommended at tinyurl.com/2p94erh9.
“3rd Annual Healing Hearts Family 5K”: Ele’s Place Ann Arbor
Family-friendly run/walk to help raise awareness of and support for grieving children, teens and their families in the Ann Arbor community and surrounding area. Also, a Kids Mile (ages 7–12) & Kids Dash (ages 3–6). Virtual 5K available ($20). 9:30–11 a.m., Thomson Reuters Campus, 6300 Interfirst Drive off E. Michigan Ave., Pittsfield Twp. $25 (increases after June 5) in advance at bit.ly/healinghearts5k; kids races free. 929–6640.
“Blacksmiths, Soldiers, and Log Cabin Weekend”: Waterloo Farm Museum
June 24 & 25. A weekend of historical reenactments, featuring a blacksmith festival, a Civil War encampment, and more. Also, guided tours of the 10-room farmhouse. Concessions. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Waterloo Farm Museum, 13493 Waterloo-Munith Rd., Chelsea. $5 (seniors, $4; kids ages 5–12, $2; kids age 4 & under and members, free). (517) 596–2254.
“Intro to Archery”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
Hands-on demos for all age 8 & up led by WCPARC naturalist Kelsey Dehring. Archery equipment provided. No prior experience necessary. 10–11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-3:30 p.m. Staebler Farm County Park, 7734 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration required at bit.ly/wcprc2023 (registration #841007); limited to 12 people per time slot). dehringk@washtenaw.org, 971–6337.
“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.
“Mud Day Mayhem”: Apple Playschools
Kids (with caregiver) invited to play in a mud pit, make mud pies, play with mud paint, build mud sculptures, follow animal tracks, and more. Sale of Mud Day T-shirts and wet bags for muddy clothes. Also, families invited to join a virtual Mud Day challenge (June 1–29) to raise money for equitable access to child care. Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. $10 per person ($35 family). Preregistration required at appleplayschools.org/mudday.
“Rescue Reading”: HSHV
Hot Days, Cool Art Exhibit & Sale: The PARC Art Gallery
The PARC Art Gallery connects the public with local SE Michigan artists. It is a gallery created by artists for artists and the community. This current show shares the eclectic work of 28 artists and showcases 54 pieces. The art ranges from realism, abstract, expressionism, fine art photography, pottery and more. Through August 15. The gallery is open 7 days a week from 10am to 9pm. There are special hours during a holiday.
Come and visit the gallery, stroll through the wonderful works of art and, if you fall in love, purchase something beautiful for your home.
The best entrance to see the show is via the main parking lot entrance (Door 24/Activities Entrance). The hallway to the left of this entrance is the gallery space.
PARC Gallery, 650 Church St., Plymouth. https://www.plymouthparc.com/parc-art-gallery/
Nature Walk at Furstenberg Nature Area: Washtenaw Audubon Society
Join us to explore the diverse habitat of this amazing natural area. We will explore and discuss the land history, ecology, and interesting flora and fauna of the park.
Directions: Meet at the main Furstenberg parking lot near the bathrooms.
Leader: Matthew Spoor
https://goo.gl/maps/KVGV3koAeayouLKQ8 ,Ann Arbor. Free.Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
“Parade of Homes”: Builders & Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor
“This Farm Is a Family”: Schuler Books (formerly Nicola’s) Storytime
U-M Museum of Natural History Science Forum Demos
Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demos for ages 5 & up. “Shedding Light on Magnets” (11 a.m.) explores magnetism, magnetic fields, and what magnets have to do with cell phones. “Out of the Water and Back Again: A Whale’s Tale” (3 p.m.) investigates the evolutionary history of whales and gives participants the opportunity to examine the museum’s fossil whales and other related species. 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.
“Intro to Archery”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
Hands-on demos for all age 8 & up led by WCPARC naturalist Kelsey Dehring. Archery equipment provided. No prior experience necessary. 10–11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-3:30 p.m. Staebler Farm County Park, 7734 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration required at bit.ly/wcprc2023 (registration #841007); limited to 12 people per time slot). dehringk@washtenaw.org, 971–6337.
U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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. Sea Monsters (1:30 p.m.) follows an aquatic dolichorhynchops, or “dolly,” as she travels through the prehistoric ocean, encountering plesiosaurs, sharks, giant fish, and more. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
“Bicentennial Social: 3 Museums & Ice Cream”: Ypsilanti Rotary Club
All invited to have an ice cream sundae at the Towner House, the oldest house in Washtenaw County, and visit the Michigan Firehouse Museum, the Ypsilanti Historical Museum, and the Automotive Heritage Museum, all within walking distance. Noon–5 p.m., Towner House, 303 N. Huron St. $10 in advance at bit.ly/museum-sundae or at the door of any of the 4 venues.
“Critters Up Close!”: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
70th Annual Summer Carnival: Ann Arbor Jaycees
June 21–25. Carnival games and rides. Concessions. 4–8 p.m. (Wed.–Fri.) & noon–8 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Pioneer High School parking lot, 601 W. Stadium at S. Main. Wristbands for multiple rides $30 at the door; individual game & ride tickets available; $10 minimum purchase to enter. No entry 1 hour before close. No re-entry or unaccompanied minors. skerbeck.com/events/254, a2jaycees.org, info@a2jaycees.org.
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.
“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy
Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals native to Africa (2 & 4 p.m.), including an African crested porcupine, a savannah monitor, and a pancake tortoise. Also, a zookeeper talk with an alligator or a warthog (3 p.m.) and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. 1–5 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $13 (kids ages 2–12, $11; under age 2, free) at the door; $1 discount in advance. 929–9324.
7th Annual Kite Festival: GrieveWell
Professional kite flying demonstrations, kids crafts and activities, and a chance to build, decorate, and fly kites. Bring your own kite or purchase one for $5 (either in advance with preregistration or on site if available). Food concessions. Preceded by the “Fly and Remember Memorial” at noon—a chance to build a memorial kite and a collective memorial service (preregistration recommended). Rain or shine. 1–4 p.m., Lillie Park, 4365 Platt Rd. Free admission; preregistration recommended at grievewell.nationbuilder.com/calendar. 975–0238.
Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Sat. & Sun. 30-minute tour of the museum’s exhibits and galleries, including Exploring Michigan, Evolution: Life Through Time, and the Unseen Worlds installation by artist Jim Cogswell, as well as introductions to current U-M Biological Sciences research projects. 1 p.m., MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. 764–0478.
Union Base Ball Club of Dexter.
“Art from around the World: Anishinaabe Watercolors”: Ann Arbor District Library
All invited to learn about Anishinaabe artworks, both historical & contemporary, presented by Jamie John, an enrolled member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians based in Traverse City. Participants are invited to create their own work inspired by an Anishinaabe story. 2–4 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy. Free. 327–4200.
“Intro to Archery”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
Hands-on demos for all age 8 & up led by WCPARC naturalist Kelsey Dehring. Archery equipment provided. No prior experience necessary. 10–11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-3:30 p.m. Staebler Farm County Park, 7734 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration required at bit.ly/wcprc2023 (registration #841007); limited to 12 people per time slot). dehringk@washtenaw.org, 971–6337.
“One-String Electric Guitar Building”: Ann Arbor District Library
“Tiny Objects, Big Stories”: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Saturday Sampler
June 10 & 24. Docent-led tour highlighting small objects from the museum’s collection including oil lamps, cups, and figurines. Also, at 2 p.m. on June 17, a virtual tour highlighting “Animals of the Kelsey Museum” (for URL see bit.ly/junevirtualsampler). 2–3 p.m., Kelsey Museum, 434 S. State. Free. 764–9304.
Amateur Radio Field Day: ARROW Communications Association
June 24 & 25. All invited to join (or just watch) this 24-hour national event that helps amateur radio operators prepare for emergencies and develop their skills. A chance to meet experts, ask questions, and even operate the station, under supervision. 2 p.m. Sat.–2 p.m. Sun., Ann Arbor Airport soccer field, W. Ellsworth at Airport Blvd. Free. w8rp.org, arrl.org/field-day, fdinfo@arrl.net, (860) 594–0232.
“42nd Street”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Every Thurs.–Sun., June 1–25. This local professional theater company performs the 1980 Broadway musical adapted from the 1933 Busby Berkeley film musical about a talented young performer who gets her big break on Broadway. The vintage score, which features lyrics by Al Dubin and Johnny Mercer and music by Harry Warren, includes such favorites as “You’re Getting to Be a Habit with Me,” “We’re in the Money,” and “I Only Have Eyes for You.” 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 3 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Encore, 3126 Broad St., Dexter. Tickets $57.50 (seniors 62 and over $55.50, youth 12 and under $28) in advance at theencoretheatre.org and at the door. 268–6200.
“The Princess and the Pea”: Black & Brown Theatre
This Detroit theater company, founded in 2016 to create more opportunities for theater artists of color, presents its version of the Hans Christian Andersen classic. A fairytale romantic comedy performed entirely in rhyming couplets, it tells the story of the resilient and charismatic Princess Iris, striving to pass a seemingly impossible test in order to meet her prince. Suitable for age 5 & up. 3–4 p.m., YDL Superior, 1900 N. Harris Rd. Free. info@blackandbrowntheatre.org.
U-M Museum of Natural History Science Forum Demos
Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demos for ages 5 & up. “Shedding Light on Magnets” (11 a.m.) explores magnetism, magnetic fields, and what magnets have to do with cell phones. “Out of the Water and Back Again: A Whale’s Tale” (3 p.m.) investigates the evolutionary history of whales and gives participants the opportunity to examine the museum’s fossil whales and other related species. 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.
"Porco Rosso": State Theatre
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.
June 24 & 29: “Porco Rosso” (Hayao Miyazaki, 1992). Studio Ghibli anime adventure comedy about a former Italian WWI fighter ace now living as a freelance bounty hunter. An unusual curse has transformed him into an anthropomorphic pig. 3:30 p.m. (Sat.) & 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.).
German Park Picnic
Old-fashioned German dinner served a la carte (approximately $10–$15) with wine, beer, pop, water, and coffee for sale. Kid-friendly options (hot dogs, hamburgers) also available. Dancing to German polkas and other European dance music by Tommy Schober and the Sound of Sorgenbrecher, a band known for its high-energy performances. 4–11 p.m. (no admission after 9 p.m.), German Park, 5549 Pontiac Tr. $5 cash only (children 12 & under, free). No one under 21 admitted without parent or legal guardian. germanpark.org, 769–0048.
Men’s AFC Ann Arbor
The local semi-pro soccer team—2017 & 2018 conference champs—plays United Soccer League Two rival Midwest United. The June home schedule also includes games vs. the Flint City Bucks (June 17, 7 p.m.), and the South Bend Lions (June 24, 4 p.m.). 7 p.m., Pioneer High School Hollway Field, 601 W. Stadium at Main. Tickets $12 (kids 13 and under, free) in advance at afcannarbor.com, and at the gate. Group discounts available. 408–1627.
“Top of the Park”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival
See 9 Friday. Tonight in the Kidzone: Storytime (5 p.m.) with Booksweet bookshop featuring a reader from the Black Men Read Reader Corps. On the Power Center Lawn: Vinyasa Yoga (5:30 p.m.) with local yoga instructor Marty Betts. In the Annex tent: create a woven paper fan (5 p.m.) with U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology staff. On the O&W Grove Stage: Country-infused folk by the Michigan Americana quartet Cantu (5 p.m.), and the local acoustic folk-rock duo Billy & Emily (6 p.m.). On the Rackham Stage: Abigail Stauffer and the Wisdom (7 p.m.), the new project by singer-songwriter and guitarist Stauffer featuring her piercing, emotionally direct pop-folk and pop-rock songs with jazz cello accompaniment by Dave Haughey. Also, Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds (8:30 p.m.), a popular local progressive folk-rock band led by the fiery vocalist and fiddle player Zindle. The live music is followed at 10 p.m. by an official afterparty (Root, 210 S. First St.), with DJs Mike Clark and Walter Glasshouse. 5–10 p.m.
“Sensory Splash Time”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation
The Independence Lake Blue Heron Spray Park stays open late tonight exclusively for children with special needs and their families to experience stress-free play time. Concessions open until 7 p.m. Independence Lake County Park Blue Heron Bay Spray Park, 3200 Jennings Rd., Whitmore Lake. $4 walk-up ($5 non-county resident) or preregistration (#IL461100) at bit.ly/wcprc2023, plus $6 (nonresidents, $10) vehicle entry fee. independencelake@washtenaw.org.
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.
“Much Ado About Nothing”: U-M Residential College/Nichols Arboretum
June 1–4, 8–11, 15–18, & 22–25. Carol Gray, Rob Sulewski, & Graham Atkin direct students and local actors in an alfresco production of Shakespeare’s sharp-tongued comedy that begins in the valley and moves across the Arb to conclude in the peony garden. The high-spirited plot involves 2 pairs of young lovers. One couple, both disdainful of love, are tricked into acknowledging each other, while the other couple’s love is nearly ruined by a deception that, abetted by the paranoia of returning military heroes, leads to trumped-up charges of infidelity. The play is best known for its charged sexual banter and for the penetrating wit and often dark cast of its humor. This year’s production is the first not under the supervision of Shakespeare in the Arb founder Kate Mendeloff, who passed away from cancer this April. Audience members should be prepared for light weather conditions, periods of sitting, standing and walking. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Peony Garden entrance at 1610 Washington Heights. $25 (Matthaei-Nichols members, $20; students, $15) in advance only. Tickets go on sale May 22 (May 15 for members) at mutotix.umich.edu & the Michigan Union Ticket Office and are held at will call at the Arboretum Visitor Center. 998–9540.
Elisabeth Pixley-Fink: N/A
Elisabeth Pixley-Fink is an Ann Arbor-based indie folk singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. Heartbreaking and heart-making, her distinctive songwriting voice hits you in the chest with guts, trust and hunger. Heartskin, her upcoming full-length album, combines delicate folk and bratty garage rock and was recorded on tape in Detroit and Kalamazoo, Michigan, and mixed by Tim Carr (Perfume Genius, Hand Habits). Raised by a musicologist and a math professor in Kalamazoo, she also has musical ties to Portland, OR and Mexico City, and loves tiny bouquets, buttondowns, and queer futurism.
DOORS AT 6:00 PM | CONCERT AT 6:30 PM
301 North 5th Avenue ,Ann Arbor. https://www.nstarlounge.com/tickets/p/epixleyfink $20. northstarlounge@gmail.comMurder Mystery Dinner Show: The Dinner Detective Ann Arbor
June 3 & 24. Dinner while actors masquerading as fellow diners enact a hilarious murder mystery in which actual audience members may find themselves a prime suspect. 6:30–9 p.m., Ann Arbor Marriott, 1275 S. Huron, Ypsilanti. $65 includes gratuity; preregistration required at TheDinnerDetective.com. (866) 496–0535.
Summer Solstice Party Featuring music from Ain't Dead Yet: Green Things Farm
Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a FREE concert at Green Things Farms on Saturday, June 24, 2023. 3825 Nixon Rd. Ann Arbor
An evening of friends, family and music. Bring lawn chairs and blankets and your own picnic and BYOB. The Farm and Farmstand will be open to explore.
Details at www.aintdeadyet.band or Facebook at aintdeadyetannarbor
3825 Nixon Road ,Ann Arbor. FREE. contact@aintdeadyet.band aintdeadyet.band 6168087475.“Art & Animals”: The Creature Conservancy
Conservancy staffers show off Al, the Conservancy’s first alligator, and local artist Mary Lewison leads a hands-on painting session using Al as the model. For age 21 & up. Art supplies provided. BYOB and snacks. 7–10 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $40. Preregistration required at thecreatureconservancy.org, 929–9324.
“Collision”: Midwest Pro Wrestling Alliance
Male & female pro wrestlers from the Impact Wrestling, AEW, and WWE circuits, as well as local wrestlers and extras, compete in 9 bouts featuring classic pro-wrestling storylines, props, interviews, and elaborate costumes. The action is videotaped for 4 half-hour broadcasts to air on the Ypsilanti-based MI Sports & Entertainment (MISE) digital TV channel. Concessions and merchandise available. 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Tickets $12 (12 & under, $7) in advance at mpwawrestling.com & $15 (12 & under, $10) at the door.
“Cats and Kids”: Humane Society of Huron Valley
J Bliss: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
June 23 & 24. Charlotte (NC) comic with a quick-witted, observational style that draws on finding the humor in everyday experiences. Preceded by 2 opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:15 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $18 reserved seating in advance (before 6 p.m. the night of the show) at aacomedy.com, $20 general admission at the door. 996–9080.
“42nd Street”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Every Thurs.–Sun., June 1–25. This local professional theater company performs the 1980 Broadway musical adapted from the 1933 Busby Berkeley film musical about a talented young performer who gets her big break on Broadway. The vintage score, which features lyrics by Al Dubin and Johnny Mercer and music by Harry Warren, includes such favorites as “You’re Getting to Be a Habit with Me,” “We’re in the Money,” and “I Only Have Eyes for You.” 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 3 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Encore, 3126 Broad St., Dexter. Tickets $57.50 (seniors 62 and over $55.50, youth 12 and under $28) in advance at theencoretheatre.org and at the door. 268–6200.
June Comedy Night: Bløm Meadworks
“Arabic to English”: Theatre Nova
Every Thurs.-Sun., June 2–25. Sarab Kamoo directs the pandemic-delayed premiere of David Wells’ 2020 drama about a high-stakes immigration case in which an Arab American interpreter, engaged to a White American lawyer, falls in love with her fiancé’s Arab American client. Escalating emotions and her need to choose between the prospect of a storybook American life and her desire to define her own identity complicate the already ticklish task of translation. 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Tickets $22 in advance at theatrenova.org & at the door. Mask strongly recommended. 635–8450.
“The Night of the Hunter”: Third Mind Books
Ryan Lynch: N/A
Ryan is a singer-songwriter and graduate from the University of Michigan who's been in the Ann Arbor area since 2016. Specializing in folk, classic rock, and americana, Ryan picked up the guitar at age 10, started gigging at age 12, and released his first single "Along for the Ride" this summer.
DOORS AT 8:30 | CONCERT AT 9:00
301 North 5th Avenue ,Ann Arbor. https://www.nstarlounge.com/tickets/p/ryanlynch $10. northstarlounge@gmail.comUniversity Lowbrow Astronomers
June 17 & 24. A chance to join local astronomy buffs for a look at the sky through instruments. Participants encouraged to bring their own telescopes. Visitors must turn off all electronic equipment (car radios, transmitters, phones, etc.) at the observatory entrance. Canceled if sky is overcast at sunset or if the weather is extremely inclement. If in doubt, call after 4 p.m. day of event. Sunset–12:30 a.m. or as long as the sky remains clear, Peach Mountain Observatory, North Territorial Rd. (about 1¼ miles west of Hudson Mills Metropark), Dexter. Free. 975–3248.
J Bliss: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
June 23 & 24. Charlotte (NC) comic with a quick-witted, observational style that draws on finding the humor in everyday experiences. Preceded by 2 opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:15 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $18 reserved seating in advance (before 6 p.m. the night of the show) at aacomedy.com, $20 general admission at the door. 996–9080.
University Lowbrow Astronomers
June 17 & 24. A chance to join local astronomy buffs for a look at the sky through instruments. Participants encouraged to bring their own telescopes. Visitors must turn off all electronic equipment (car radios, transmitters, phones, etc.) at the observatory entrance. Canceled if sky is overcast at sunset or if the weather is extremely inclement. If in doubt, call after 4 p.m. day of event. Sunset–12:30 a.m. or as long as the sky remains clear, Peach Mountain Observatory, North Territorial Rd. (about 1¼ miles west of Hudson Mills Metropark), Dexter. Free. 975–3248.
