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July 30, 2023
“Battle of Waterloo Triathlon”: Epic Races
All invited to compete in a 5- or 10-leg triathlon of swimming, biking, and running spread over a 42-mile course of remote paved roads, winding dirt lanes, steep trails, and lakes. Awards. 7:30 a.m., Portage Lake Beach, List Rd. at Seymour Rd. (west off Mount Hope Rd. north from I-94 exit 150), Waterloo Recreation Area, Chelsea. $235–$335 ($220–$320 before June 30). Additional $15 USA Triathlon fee for non-USAT members. $13 annual state park pass required. 531–8747. battleofwaterlootri.com.
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“Weekend Walk for Birds at Gallup Park”: Washtenaw Audubon Society
Club member Matthew Spoor leads a walk in Gallup Park to explore the pond and surrounding woods for birds. 8–10:30 a.m., meet at the livery parking lot north of the wooden bridge near the entrance to Furstenberg Park. Free. washtenawaudubon.org.
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Volunteer Stewardship Workday: Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation Division
July 15, 22, & 30. 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. July 15 (9 a.m.–noon): Kuebler Langford, meet at the park entrance on Beechwood Dr., north of Sunset Rd. July 22 (9 a.m.–noon): Ruthven Nature Area, meet at the park entrance off Huron Pkwy. July 30 (9 a.m.–noon): Furstenberg Nature Area, meet in the parking lot off Fuller Rd. Various locations. Free. Preregistration recommended at tinyurl.com/2p94erh9.
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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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"Art Under the Sun"
Outdoor show & sale of glass artwork by Janet Kelman, jewelry by Idelle Hammond-Sass, collages by Claudie Hershman, and paintings by Fulvia Prundeanu. Live music 1–3 p.m. by Tim Berla & Relics of the Future. Berla is a veteran local singer-songwriter who writes quirky jazz & country tunes. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., 1410 Barnard Rd. janet@janetkelman.com.
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Sunday Artisan Market
Every Sun. Juried market of local handmade arts and crafts, now in its 31st year. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Farmers Market Pavilion, Kerrytown. Free admission. 913–9622.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Science Forum Demos
Every Sat. & Sun. (except July 1 & 2). Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demos for ages 5 & up. “How to Become a Fossil” (11 a.m.) explores how fossils form and what they can tell us. “Out of the Water and Back Again: A Whale’s Tale” (3 p.m.) investigates the evolutionary history of whales and what the museum’s fossil whales and other related species reveal. 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.
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H.A.C. Ultimate
Every Sun. All invited to a relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. 11:15 a.m., Fuller Park, just west of the pool & parking lot (or occasionally across the street). Free. hac-ultimatelist@googlegroups.com, 846–9418.
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“Critter House Open Hours”: Leslie Science & Nature Center
Every Sun. A chance to view LSNC birds of prey and its Critter House animals, which include frogs, turtles, snakes, and other species native to Michigan. Noon–3 p.m., LSNC, 1831 Traver. $5 suggested donation ($20/family). lesliesnc.org, 997–1553.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Sea Monsters (12:30 p.m.) follows an aquatic dolichorhynchops, or “dolly,” as she travels through the prehistoric ocean, encountering plesiosaurs, sharks, giant fish, and more. The Sky Tonight (1:30 & 3:30 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. We Are Stars (2:30 p.m.) explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, connecting life on Earth to the evolution of the universe. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. 764–0478.
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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy
Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals native to North America (2 & 4 p.m.), including a wolf hybrid, woodchuck, & skunk. Also, an alligator feeding at 3 p.m., weather permitting. 1–5 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Mask encouraged. $13 (kids ages 2–12, $11; under age 2, free) at the door; $1 discount in advance at thecreatureconservancy.org. 929–9324.
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“Splatoon 3: Salmon Run Summit”: Ann Arbor District Library
All invited to play a cooperative version of this popular Nintendo Switch video game. Participants may bring their own Switch hand held consoles or borrow one from the library. 1–4 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Ave. Free. 327–4200.
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“Things with Wings”: Matthaei Botanical Gardens
(1–4 p.m.): Kids invited to learn about native birds, pollinators, and their ecosystems from a Leslie Science & Nature Center naturalist, who is joined by a live bird of prey and children’s book authors Erin Leary (Hummingbird Visits) and Stacie Sheldon (The Adventures of Nimkii). Hands-on activities include paper wing-making and a bug safari. Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/event/things-with-wings-2023, 647–7600.
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3D Paper Animals: AADL Downtown
(1–2 p.m.):Kids ages 5-10 invited to cut animal shapes out of sturdy paper using pre-printed templates, then decorate them to make 3D animals that stand up on their own.
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Basic Crochet: Ann Arbor District Library
Local crochet instructor Beth Battey demonstrates how to make a chain and single crochet stitch. Followed by a chance to finish off a small sampler of the stitches learned in class. 1–3 p.m., AADL Pittsfield, 2359 Oak Valley. Free. 327–4200.
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Flapping Butterfly Craft: AADL Malletts Creek
(1–2 p.m.): A chance for kids ages 5–10 to make a paper butterfly with flapping wings.
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KissME: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance/Riverside Swings/Friday Night Swing
See 28 Friday. Today: dancing ($25) in and out of the river to recorded music spun by DJs and to the music of a new local band, the River Skippers. Bring a towel, water shoes, and swim attire. 1–4 p.m., Island Park, Island Drive.
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Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Sat. & Sun. (except July 1 & 2). 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., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. 764–0478.
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"The Sting": State Theatre
Film screenings every Tues. & Thurs.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 (children under 12, students, seniors aged 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.
Tonight: “The Sting” (George Roy Hill, 1973). Satisfying and well-received crime caper set in 1936, with Paul Newman and Robert Redford as polished professional grifters who set out to con a mob boss. 1:30 p.m.
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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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“D & D Adventures”: Sylvan Factory
Every Sun., Thurs., & Fri. All ages 16+ invited to play Dungeons & Dragons role-playing games. 2–6 p.m. (Sun.), 6–10 p.m. (Thurs.), & 6–9 p.m. (Fri.). Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $10. Preregistration recommended. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Science Forum Demos
Every Sat. & Sun. (except July 1 & 2). Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demos for ages 5 & up. “How to Become a Fossil” (11 a.m.) explores how fossils form and what they can tell us. “Out of the Water and Back Again: A Whale’s Tale” (3 p.m.) investigates the evolutionary history of whales and what the museum’s fossil whales and other related species reveal. 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., MNH, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.
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Pinball Tournament: Pinball Pete’s
July 2, 16, & 30. Players of all ages and skill levels invited to play 8 games of pinball for International Flipper Association points and other prizes. 5 p.m. (registration opens at 4:45 p.m.; ask for Ryan at the glass desk), Pinball Pete’s, 1214 South University. No entry fee; $1 per game. 213–2502.
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Third Mind Books Book Club
July 2 & 30. All invited to discuss China Miéville’s 2009 sci-fi mystery novel The City & the City (July 2) and Haruki Murakami’s 1982 surreal fantasy Wild Sheep Chase (July 30). 5 p.m., Third Mind Books, 118 E. Washington. Free. info@thirdmindbooks.com, 994–3241.
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Ann Arbor Go Club
Every Sun. Players of all skill levels invited to play this challenging strategy board game. Game materials provided. 5:30 p.m. until whenever, Bill’s Beer Garden, 218 Ashley St. (or Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main, if weather is bad). Free. For more info, email Drew at dwright8182@hotmail.com or check bit.ly/annarborgo.
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Ann Arbor Morris
Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance thought to be descended from the 15th-century Spanish moresca. Wear athletic shoes. 6–8 p.m., outdoors in the open area between North Quad & Rackham, 915 E. Washington St. (rain site: portico in front of the U-M Dental School, 1011 North University Ave.). Free. Email a2morris@umich.edu or check annarbormorris.org in advance to confirm. 717–1569.
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“Sunday Evening Game Night”: Ann Arbor Adventure Club
Every Sun. Popular board games, played online. Participants help decide which game to play at the beginning of the night. Have a pencil and paper handy. 7 p.m., for URL email burrbarr7@hotmail.com. Free.
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“Jeff Daniels: Onstage & Unplugged”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
July 30 & Aug. 6. Purple Rose founder & playwright Daniels is a veteran movie, TV, & Broadway star who’s also a prolific singer-songwriter. He’s returning to Purple Rose for two concerts showcasing folk-flavored, often comically accented favorites from his ever-growing back catalog, likely including numbers from his 2020 release Alive and Well Enough. 7:30 p.m., Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $90 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org & by phone, and (if available) at the door. No discounts available. 433–7673.
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“The UnClub”: The Theater Shop
Every Sun. (except July 2). Performances by aspiring and experienced comics from former Tonight Show staff writer Chili Challis’s comedy dojo. Emcee is Mark Sweetman. 7:30 p.m. The Ypsi Alehouse, 124 Pearl St., ste. 100, Ypsilanti. Mask and vaccination encouraged. Free. facebook.com/thetheatershop.
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