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Events in July 2023
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“Dexter and West Morning Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.
Every Wed. Moderate-paced 40-mile ride from Dexter to Chelsea and back. Followed by lunch and social hour at the River View Cafe. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at the Dexter Clock Tower, 3207 Broad, Dexter. Free. (734) 679-0341.
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Wednesday Workshops: Ann Arbor Senior Center
July 12, 19, & 26 (9:30–10:30 a.m.): Senior-focused workshops. July 12: “Taking Care of Your Feet” offers tips for keeping feet in good condition. July 19: “Preventing Injuries from Falls” offers tips to stay safe; 10% of Washtenaw County 911 calls are fall-related. July 26: “What Pets Need” helps participants decode pet behavior and give pets what they need. Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Free. Preregister at bpatton@a2gov.org or 794–6250.
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“The Intersection of Mental and Medical Health in Older Adults”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program Healthy Living Talks for Seniors
(10–11:30 a.m.): Talk by U-M epidemiology professor Briana Mezuk. 2401 Plymouth Rd. Also via Zoom. Free.
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"Mind Matters Brain Games": Ann Arbor Senior Center
(1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Weekly activities (except July 1–4). Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt.
Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10–11 a.m.) via Zoom at bit.ly/A2-senior-mind.
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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/
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (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., except July 4), Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m.), and Downtown (Fri., 10:30 a.m.).
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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., except July 4), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m., except July 4, Wed. 10:30 a.m., & July 17 at 7 p.m.), Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m.), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m. & July 25, 7 p.m.).
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Daily (except July 3 & 4). All ages 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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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
Every Sat., Fri., & Wed. 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. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofglobal@aol.com.
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
(2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCalendar. 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m.) via Zoom.
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Weekly Meeting: Rotary Club of Ann Arbor
Every Wed. Speakers and topics TBA. All invited. Buffet lunch available ($11). Noon–1:30 p.m., Michigan Union Anderson Rm. Free. jtsepp@gmail.com.
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"Walking Off The Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
(2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCalendar. 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Walking Off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.) via Zoom.
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Chess: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
(2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/UMTurnerCalendar. 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Chess (Wed. 1–4 p.m.) in person, all levels welcome, call if interested.
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Trivia: Ann Arbor Senior Center
(1320 Baldwin Ave., 794–6250). Weekly activities (except July 1–4). Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt.
Trivia (July 5 & 19, 1–2 p.m.) via Zoom at bit.ly/a2senior-trivia.
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Wildflower Papercraft: AADL Malletts Creek
(1–2 p.m.): Kids ages 5-12 invited to make 2 colorful paper wildflowers in celebration of summer.
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“A Jukebox for the Algonquin”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., July 7–Sept. 2. Suzi Regan directs the world premiere of local actor-playwright Paul Stroili’s “serious comedy” set in a senior living community in the Adirondacks. When a small group of residents decides that they’re not quite ready to “go gentle into that good night,” the former New York City dwellers hatch a plot to prove that fading quietly away is not a requirement of aging. Cast: Susan Angelo, Wallace Bridges, Ruth Crawford, Mark Colson, MaryJo Cuppone, Ethan May, and John Seibert. 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. 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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Free Seedling Distribution: Growing Hope Urban Farm
Giveaway of a variety of seedlings for fall harvest including cilantro, basil, Asian greens, broccoli, brussels sprouts, as well as gardening supplies. 4–6 p.m., Growing Hope Urban Farm, 922 W. Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti. Free. 786-8401.
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“West Wednesday Night 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 and back, with a possible visit to the Dexter Dairy Queen. This ride is a favorite with newcomers and casual riders. 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. 5 p.m. sharp, meet at Forest Lawn Cemetery parking lot, corner of Broad & Grand, Dexter. Free. (734) 426-5116.
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Board Game Night: Bløm Meadworks
Every Wed. All invited to play popular board games. “Board Game Guru” on hand to answer questions. 5–10 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free. 548–9729.
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Food Truck Rally: Ann Arbor Farmers Market
Food truck vendors with live music by the local classic rock band Ain’t Dead Yet. 5–8 p.m., Farmers Market Pavilion, Kerrytown. Free admission. a2gov.org/market.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
Every Sat., Mon.–Wed., & Fri. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. 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. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
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“Summer Game Mixer”: Ann Arbor District Library
Activities for AADL Summer Game players. Light refreshments. 5:30–7 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. 327–4200.
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“The Best Possible Experience”: Literati Bookstore
Indian short fiction writer Nishanth Injam, a U-M grad, discusses his debut novel, an emotionally rich portrait of contemporary India and its diaspora told through a series of vignettes about the loss of home. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Mask encouraged. Free. 585–5567.
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Paul Keller Quintet: Blue LLama Jazz Club
Jazz string bassist PAUL KELLER wears many hats: he is a well-respected master of his instrument, a prolific composer, and an outstanding arranger of music for small and large ensembles. Since 1989, Paul has led his 15-piece Paul Keller Orchestra, which plays original, obscure and classic big band material from the entire history of jazz. $35 Cocktail Table Ticket; $85 Dinner and Show https://bluellamaclub.com/event/paul-keller-quintet/2023-05-19/
314 S. Main St. ,Ann Arbor. https://bluellamaclub.com/event/paul-keller-quintet-2/ $15 cover. hello@bluellamaclub.com https://bluellamaclub.com/event/paul-keller-quintet-2/ 7343723200.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“A2 Retro Tech Meetup”: All Hands Active
All invited to bring your old tech to show off via Zoom. BBSes, Usenet, Apple II, CP/M, MS-DOS, Amiga, C64—it’s all fair game. 7–9 p.m., for URL see meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free, but donations welcome. info@allhandsactive.org.
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“Blancs & Bouquets”: York
A Dirt Girl Gardenz representative TBA leads a bouquet-making activity while white and rosé wines are served. 7 p.m., York Food & Drink, 1928 Packard St. yorka2.com/events. Entry fee TBA at the door.
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“Curious About Quakers?”: Ann Arbor Friends Meeting
July 5 & 19. A small group of local Quakers answers questions and discusses the nature of Quaker faith and practice for those interested in learning more about it. 7–8 p.m., Quaker House, 1420 Hill St. Free. annarborfriends.org.
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“National Lampoon’s Vacation”: 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.
July 16 & 19: “National Lampoon’s Vacation” (Harold Ramis, 1983). The 40th anniversary of this comedy road trip classic, the epic tale of the Griswold family’s madcap cross-country odyssey to Walley World, “America’s Favorite Family Fun Park.” Chevy Chase. 4 p.m. (Sun., both theaters), 7 p.m. (Sun., Ann Arbor 20 only), & 7 p.m. (Weds., both theaters).
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Ann Arbor Bridge Club
Every Wed. 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. Call before coming to check that the game is being held. 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.
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Kerrytown Crafters
Every Wed. All crocheters, knitters, spinners, weavers, sewers, and other crafters invited to work on their own projects with others, via Zoom. Questions welcome, help available. 7 p.m. or so, for URL join facebook.com/groups/ktcrafters. Free. 926–8863.
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Meditation & Discussion: Ann Arbor Karma Thegsum Chöling
Every Wed. All invited for a dharma discussion. The program begins with a group meditation. 7–8 p.m., 614 Miner (enter through back door). Also livestream; for URL see annarborktc.org. Free. 678–7549.
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“Music in the Park”: Ann Arbor Civic Band Summer Concert Series
See 5 Wednesday. Tonight: “Michigan Through and Through,” with King’s “Michigan on Parade,” Strommen’s “Platte River Hoedown,” Iannaccone’s “Plymouth Trilogy,” Livingston’s “EMU Fight Song,” Reynolds’ “OMagnum Mysterium,” Sousa & Fennell’s “Pride of the Wolverines” & “Washington Post March,” Vaughan Williams & Stout’s “Linden Lea,” and Bilik’s “Washington Post Mortem.” With guest conductors Jerry Robbins, John Pasquale, and Damien Crutcher. 7:30–8:30 p.m.
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“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.). Mask recommended; full vaccination and boosters required. $5 (free for SAA members). swingannarbor.com.
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Open Dancing: Swing Ann Arbor
Every Wed. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner or experience needed. Wear comfortable low grip/tread shoes. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a lesson. 7:30–9:30 p.m., locations TBA at swingannarbor.com/calendar. Mask recommended and proof of vaccination (with booster) required. $5 (free for members and those who attend the lesson). facebook.com/groups/swingannarbor.
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