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May 4, 2024
“Community Keys”: Ann Arbor Summer Festival
Every day, May 1–June 21. Three pianos painted by U-M students are available at different locations throughout Ann Arbor for anyone to play an impromptu concert. On May 1, world-renowned local boogie-woogie & blues pianist Mark “Mr. B” Braun plays a concert at each of the 3 locations. Also, scheduled concerts by local pianists TBA every Wednesday and Saturday (see a2sf.org). The project culminates with a grand finale piano trio performance on June 21 at Top of the Park. Scheduled concerts begin at noon, Ann Arbor Farmers Market; 2:30 p.m., Michigan Theater; 5 p.m., U-M Shapiro Undergrad Library, 919 South University. Free. (734) 994–5999.
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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. We Are Stars (11:30 a.m.) explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, connecting life on Earth to the evolution of the universe. 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 a curious dolichorhynchops (an extinct species of marine reptile) as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. Various times, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0478.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
Every Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), an interval-based training run (Tues.), or an advanced or beginner group run (Sat.). 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower; 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; & 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Saturday Spring Birding at Matthaei: Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum
Teens and Adults (Children under 12 please join the 10:00 am program)
Spring is here and birds are making their way back to Matthaei! Join us for an informal guided walk to look for birds at MBG on Saturday, May 4 at 8 am.
Volunteers will lead small group walks along the trails at Matthaei, looking for year-round inhabitants and spring arrivals who depend on MBG’s lands, biodiversity and sources of water for survival.
Please bring binoculars if you have them, we’ll have several pairs to share.
This event is free and limited to 20 people, please register here: myumi.ch/bEDgN
1800 N. Dixboro Rd ,Ann Arbor. myumi.ch/bEDgN free. mbgna.umich.eduAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Saturday Spring Birding at Matthaei: Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum
Teens and Adults (Children under 12 please join the 10:00 am program)
Spring is here and birds are making their way back to Matthaei! Join us for an informal guided walk to look for birds at MBG on Saturday, May 4 at 8 am.
Volunteers will lead small group walks along the trails at Matthaei, looking for year-round inhabitants and spring arrivals who depend on MBG’s lands, biodiversity and sources of water for survival.
Please bring binoculars if you have them, we’ll have several pairs to share.
This event is free and limited to 20 people, please register here: myumi.ch/bEDgN
1800 N. Dixboro Rd ,Ann Arbor. myumi.ch/bEDgN free. mbgna.umich.eduAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Dexter/Chelsea Saturday Morning Breakfast Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Sat. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack something to eat or stop in Dexter or Chelsea for coffee or breakfast. 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. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Barton Nature Area parking lot, W. Huron River Dr. near Bird. Free. mkmcguinn@comcast.net, (734) 649–9762.
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"Our Lonely Hearts: rituals of belonging and kinship": Kirsten Mowrey
Loneliness is such a part of our daily modern lives, yet there is a whole living world awaiting our return. We are taught to focus on our individuality, yet it is through our connections with others that we know and feel ourselves more deeply. Being in nature calms our nervous systems and gives an embodied sense of right relationship with the more than human world. In this one day experiential gathering, we come together to create a temporary village and build a community of care. Using modern grief work, writing, small groups, time in nature and guided journeys, we will reconnect with our capacity to be in relationship with our inner selves and the more than human world.
Rolling Hills County Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd., Ypsilanti, MI, 48197 ,Ypsilanti Township. $100, includes lunch. greatlakesrituals@gmail.comAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
parkrun USA
Every Sat. All invited to join a timed but noncompetitive 5K run/walk. 9 a.m., Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt Rd. Free, but first-timers are requested to preregister at parkrun.us/lillie and arrive at 8:45 a.m. lillie@parkrun.com.
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Antique Appraisal Fundraiser: Dexter Heritage Guild & Museum
All invited to bring items for assessment by Detroit DuMouchelles auction house appraiser. Each 15-minute appointment includes a verbal appraisal for one to two items. Proceeds support the museum. 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Dexter Area Museum, 3443 Inverness St., Dexter. $10 fee per item. Preregistration required by calling (734) 424–9998 before May 4 or (734) 426–2519 on May 4.
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Candidate Forum: The Washtenaw County Democratic Party
Panel discussion with the 33rd District Democratic candidates for the Michigan House of Representatives, Rima Mohammad and Morgan Foreman. Followed by a second panel focused on responding to domestic violence in Washtenaw County. Q&A. 9:45 a.m.–noon, Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center, 4135 Washtenaw. Also available on Zoom; URL at washtenawdems.org/calendar. Free.
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“Expression”: The Neutral Zone
A chance for teens ages 13–18 to work on their acting skills through monologue, scene study, and collaboration. Led by Broadway actress Morgan Siobhan. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Neutral Zone, 310 W. Washington. Free. neutral-zone.org.
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“Rescue Reading”: HSHV
May 4 & 11 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Rescue Reading”: HSHV. Kids ages 6–11 invited to read to adoptable animals to work on their reading skills, using their own or provided books. Also, a group read-aloud and a dog meet-and-greet. No adults. HSHV. $10. Preregistration required at hshv.org/event-calendar, humaneed@hshv.org, (734) 661–3575.
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Cemetery Restoration Volunteer Event: Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) & Sons of the American Revolution (SAR)
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) have selected an abandoned cemetery, Popkins Cemetery (Honey Creek Dr. and Pratt Road intersection) for restoration. Boy Scout Troop #5 will be assisting with this project. This initiative comes in anticipation of celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. There are several American Revolution War Veterans buried throughout Washtenaw County and the local DAR and SAR chapters have been working together to mark their graves. Popkins Cemetery is nestled among neighborhoods on Pratt Road and holds historical significance as the final resting place of American Revolutionary War Patriot Sylvester Richmond who passed in 1832 and was the first to buried at Popkins Cemetery. He worked for James and Mary Popkins, who allotted some of their land as a cemetery. The cemetery has 13 graves and sadly has endured significant damage and neglect over the years.
To kickstart the restoration efforts, we are organizing the first clean-up event, now scheduled for May 4th (with a rain date of May 11th) at 10:00am to 2:00pm. We are calling upon volunteers who are passionate about preserving our heritage and honoring those who have contributed to our nation’s history. If you would like to contribute your time and effort to this noble cause, please reach out to Denise Frost at dmfrost@comcast.net for further details and to register your interest.
On Pratt Road at intersection of Honey Creek Road, Ann Arbor, MI ,Scio Township, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Free. dmfrost@comcast.net sca-dar.com 734-646-1425.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Saturday Spring Birding at Matthaei for Kids and Families: Matthaei Botanica gardens and Nichols Arboretum
10:00 am-12:00 pm Youth and Family (recommended ages 5-12)
Let’s go birding with friends! Join the MBGNA Education team and NAP Educator Eleva Potter as we explore habitats that are prime spots for birds that call Matthaei home year round and for those birds that are migrating from the south back to Michigan and points north.
Walk the trails, then take part in a bird-themed craft to take home.
Some binoculars are available, if you have your own, please bring them!
This event is free and limited to 40 people, registration is required at: myumi.ch/Er7E5
1800 N. Dixboro Rd. ,Ann Arbor. myumi.ch/Er7E5 https://mbgna.umich.edu (734) 647-7600.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Sharon Hills Preserve Stewardship Workday: Legacy Land Conservancy
All invited to help remove invasive garlic mustard plants. Tools and work gloves provided. Bring water and dress for the weather. 10 a.m.–noon, Sharon Hills Preserve, Sharon Hollow between Walker and Washburn, Sharon Twp. Preregistration required at legacylandconservancy.org. Free. (734) 302–5263.
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Water Treatment Plant Open House: City of Ann Arbor
Plant tours, an Ann Arbor fire truck on display, and activities TBA sponsored by Leslie Science and Nature Center and the Huron River Watershed Council. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 919 Sunset. Free. Preregistration recommended (tour space limited) at a2gov.org/calendar.
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“Dancing Babies”: AADL
May 4 & 19 (different times and branch locations): “Dancing Babies”: AADL. Local music teachers lead kids age 5 & under (accompanied by an adult) in a 45-minute program of music and movement. AADL Downtown (May 4, 10:30 a.m.) & Westgate (May 19, 1 p.m.).
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. 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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“Artist Pop-Ups”: The Guild of Artists & Artisans
May 4, 11, & 18. Show and sale of works in various media by local artists, who are on hand to discuss their work & answer questions. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Gutman Gallery, 118 N. Fourth Ave. Free admission. shopgutmangallery.com.
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“Free Comic Book Day”: Vault of Midnight
Free comic books and a comic book sale. All invited to dress up as their favorite anime or manga characters and socialize with other cosplayers. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., 219 S. Main St. Free. vaultofmidnight.com, (734) 998–1413.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Tues.–Sun. All age 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. (734) 764–0478.
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“Neurodivergent Kids Move!”: AADL Westgate
May 4 (11–11:45 a.m. & noon–12:45 p.m.): “Neurodivergent Kids Move!”: AADL Westgate. Local teachers Jesse Deucher & Sarah Kairis lead autistic and other neurodivergent kids PreK & under (11 a.m.) and K–5 (noon) in a program of music and movement.
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“Neurodivergent Kids Move!”: AADL Westgate
May 4 (11–11:45 a.m. & noon–12:45 p.m.): “Neurodivergent Kids Move!”: AADL Westgate. Local teachers Jesse Deucher & Sarah Kairis lead autistic and other neurodivergent kids PreK & under (11 a.m.) and K–5 (noon) in a program of music and movement.
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“Pokémon Club”: Sylvan Factory
Every Sat. All invited to play the popular Pokémon trading card game. 1 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com.
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Spring Flower Paper Garlands: AADL Malletts Creek
May 4 (1–2 p.m.): Spring Flower Paper Garlands: AADL Malletts Creek. Kids grades K–5 invited to trace and cut simple flower patterns out of paper, then attach them to a string to make a garland.
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World Labyrinth Day Labryrinth Walk: 7 Notes Natural Health
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“Born in China”: Ann Arbor District Library
Occasional free screenings—this month mostly part of the library’s Asian & Pacific Islanders Arts and Culture Festival—in the Downtown Branch 1st fl. lobby & the lower-level Multipurpose Rm. and other branch locations as noted. (734) 327–4200.
May 4: “Born in China” (Lu Chuan, 2016). Documentary that follows 3 animal families in China—the majestic panda, the savvy golden monkey, and the elusive snow leopard. 2 p.m., AADL Pittsfield, 2359 Oak Valley.
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Quilling Flower Card: AADL Traverwood
May 4 (2–3:30 p.m.): Quilling Flower Card: AADL Traverwood. A chance for kids grades K–5 to roll, shape, and glue strips of paper to create a floral greeting card.
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U-M Softball vs. Ohio State
May 3–5. The 2024 home schedule concludes with this 3-game series. Note: The U-M may host an NCAA regional, May 17-19. 6 p.m. (Fri.), 2 p.m. (Sat.), & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Alumni Field, 1114 S. State. Tickets $6-10 at mgoblue.com/tickets & at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
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“Mean Girls”: Pioneer Theatre Guild
May 2–5. Oluchi Nwaokorie directs high school students in a school edition of Jeff Richmond & Nell Benjamin’s Tony-nominated musical adaptation of Tina Fey’s popular 2004 film comedy about female high school social cliques. The plot centers on a naive teen girl who teams up with a group of social outcasts to take down a trio of frenemies led by the popular homecoming queen. 7 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) 3 p.m. (Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), PHS Schreiber Auditorium, 610 W. Stadium. Tickets $20 (students, seniors age 65 & over, & PHS staff, $15) in advance showtix4u.com/events/ptg and at the door. (734) 994–2191.
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“The Antichrist Cometh”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., Mar. 22–May 25. Rhiannon Ragland directs the premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s comedy about a happily married man who discovers that he might be the Antichrist. Will he be able to attend a small dinner party, or will the event usher in the Apocalypse? Contains adult subject matter and language. 3 p.m. (Wed.–Sat.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$48 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org & by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, patrons under age 30, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.
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10th Annual Kid Fest: First Steps Benefit
May 4 (3–5 p.m.): 10th Annual Kid Fest: First Steps Benefit. Family concert (4 p.m.), with sing-alongs, by Joe Reilly, a local singer-songwriter whose playful songs draw on blues, Native American, and other traditional American idioms and address ecological and spiritual themes. The program begins with kids activities TBA. Silent auction of kid-friendly items. Bring snacks & blankets to sit on. Leslie Science & Nature Center, 1831 Traver. $10 (kids ages 2–17, $5; families, $35) in advance at tinyurl.com/2024a2kidfest and (if available) at the gate.
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Pittsfield Open Band: Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance
May 4 & 18. Jam sessions open to all interested musicians to work on jigs, reels, and waltzes to have fun, learn tunes, and develop contra dance music skills. All instruments welcome. Bring the Ruffwater Fakebook, the Portland Collection, and The Waltz Books (available at Shar Music) if you have them. 3–5 p.m., Pittsfield Union Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Mask optional (see policy at aactmad.org). Free. (734) 709–8748.
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“Game Night”: Maker Works
All invited to bring a game, a guest, a snack, or a drink and join in the play. Games and guidance provided. 4–11 p.m., Maker Works, 3765 Plaza. Free. frontdesk@maker-works.com, (734) 222–4911.
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Didgeridoo Sound Bath Workshop w/ Harper and Midwest Kind: Verapose Yoga House
Award winning Australian musicians (14x music awards in 4 countries) and sound healers Peter D. Harper and Bobbi Llewellyn- Harper present a workshop about the ancient Australian Aboriginal wind instrument called the “Didgeridoo” (Yidaki / Mako). The Husband and wife team will discuss the many types of didgeridoos available, how they are made, played and their use in Indigenous ceremonies and healing.
Didgeridoo sound healing therapy is a profound form of vibrational healing. The sonic vibrations release physical pain, grief, loss, stress and emotional blockages. Tune into your truth and become your sound. Peter and Bobbi use didgeridoo sound vibration, color cards and vocal intonations to focus on each participant exploring the 7 chakras or 7 planet energy centers. The sound healing works on each individual person with the didgeridoo clearing dark / grey frequencies in problem areas.
After a short intermission, a sound bath presentation will follow. A sound bath with the Didgeridoo is a powerful and uplifting meditational experience. A sound bath session can expose emotions that need to be cleared. The Didgeridoo has been used for thousands of years to help the Aboriginal people of Australia to find their way across the land as they literally sing manifestation into existence. Everything is frequency and so when they tune into the frequency of the land, they manifest what they need. Therefore the Didgeridoo shows us who we really are and what is our truth. The low frequency range alters our brainwaves to a state of deep relaxation through what is known as brainwave entrainment. The sound can be felt and heard and works on all levels to bring you back to a state of what is natural.
3173 Baker Rd. ,Dexter. https://share.fitdegree.com/?share=65d8237f00b08 $50. veraposemedia@gmail.com https://veraposeyoga.com/ (734) 808-4007.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Derby Day Soirée”: Ele’s Place Ann Arbor Fundraiser
A Kentucky Derby watch party with mint juleps and Southern-inspired food. Followed by a Derby Dance Party with DJ Nicole Myint. Ele’s Place is a local nonprofit that serves grieving children & teens and their families. 5–10 p.m., Revel Run, 555 S. Dancer, Chelsea. Tickets $275 & up in advance only. bit.ly/derbydaysoiree2024.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG). Mon. (6:30 p.m.): Power Cards. $10. Tues. (6:30): 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. Wed. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Standard. Play with competitive tournament rules. $10. Fri. (6:30 p.m.): Magic rotating draft. Cost varies. Sat. (6 p.m.): Commander Pods. For casual groups of 4 players. Free. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com.
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“Water on Fire”: Literati Bookstore
Dartmouth College Middle Eastern studies professor Tarek El-Ariss discusses his new memoir about growing up in Beirut during the Lebanese Civil War and his family’s emigration to the U.S. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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“A Village … and Then Some”: Ypsilanti Performance Space
Chelsea storyteller Steve Daut, emcee of the Annual Ann Arbor Liars Contest, tells stories from his life about wisdom gained from unlikely sources: a high school principal who makes a terrible mistake, an old drunk in a ramshackle house, a man long dead who founded a city, and others. This program was a fringe performance at the National Storytelling Festival in Kansas. 7–8:30 p.m., Ypsilanti Performance Space, 218 N. Adams. $15 cash only at the door. stevedaut.com, mail@stevedaut.com.
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“Jeanne du Barry”: Fathom Events
(734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 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.
May 2–6: “Jeanne du Barry” (Maïwenn, 2024). Historical drama about a French peasant woman who charms her way into the court of King Louis XV, going on to scandalously become the King’s mistress. Johnny Depp, Maïwenn. 7 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20 only).
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“Mean Girls”: Pioneer Theatre Guild
May 2–5. Oluchi Nwaokorie directs high school students in a school edition of Jeff Richmond & Nell Benjamin’s Tony-nominated musical adaptation of Tina Fey’s popular 2004 film comedy about female high school social cliques. The plot centers on a naive teen girl who teams up with a group of social outcasts to take down a trio of frenemies led by the popular homecoming queen. 7 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) 3 p.m. (Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), PHS Schreiber Auditorium, 610 W. Stadium. Tickets $20 (students, seniors age 65 & over, & PHS staff, $15) in advance showtix4u.com/events/ptg and at the door. (734) 994–2191.
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“The Birds & The Bees Trivia Night for Adults”: The Creature Conservancy
All age 21+ invited to play a trivia game, with questions about animal reproduction. Awards. Also, presentations of conservancy animals TBA and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. Alcoholic beverages included in the ticket price. 7–9 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $35. Preregistration required at thecreatureconservancy.org, (734) 929–9324.
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Keith Lenart: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
May 3–4. Genial Detroit native known for clever one-liners on an array of subjects as well as character work that nails regional U.S. accents. He has appeared on Last Comic Standing, NBC’s So You Think You’re Funny, and Comcast’s Comedy Spotlight. Opening act TBA. Alcohol served. 7:15 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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“A Tribute to Classic Rock”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
May 2–5. Members of this local professional musical theater company, with a band led by Jacob Kerzner, perform songs originally performed by Led Zeppelin, Queen, the Rolling Stones, and more. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Encore, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $36–$46 (kids 12 & under, $26) in advance at theencoretheatre.org (with $3.50 fee) and at the door (no fee). (734) 268–6200.
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“Drum and Dance Jam”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
All invited to join a drum circle led by percussionist Curtis Glatter. Bring a drum or use one provided. 7:30–9 p.m., Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth, 704 Airport Blvd., ste. 1. $5 suggested donation. (734) 480–1219.
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“The Detroit Opera House Quartet: Variations and Miniatures”: Kerrytown Concert House
A Detroit Opera Orchestra string quartet presents 2 works that focus on the variation form, Edvard Mirzoyan’s String Quartet and Dmitri Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 2 in A. Also, 7 folk “miniatures” collected by Armenian composer Komitas Vardapet and arranged for string quartet by the late Komitas Quartet cellist Sergei Aslamazyan. With violinists Henrik Karapetyan and Yuri Popowycz, violist Eliot Heaton, and cellist Ivana Biliskov. 7:30 p.m., KCH. Tickets $29–$50 (students, $19) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com and (if available) at the door. Reservations recommended. (734) 769–2999.
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First Saturday Contra Dance: Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance
Carol Steiner calls to live music by Judi Morningstar and Susie Lorand. All dances taught; no partner needed. Bring clean shoes. Beginners’ intro at 7 p.m. 7:30–10:30 p.m., Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $10–$12 suggested donation. aactmad.org/contra, (734) 274–0773.
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May the 4th Be with You: TeaHaus
Star Wars–themed multi-course dinner with cocktail pairings. Must be 21. 7:30 p.m., TeaHaus, 200 N. 4th Ave. $65/person, preregistration required at (734) 662–0460.
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“The Antichrist Cometh”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., Mar. 22–May 5 (except Mar. 31). Rhiannon Ragland directs the premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s comedy about a happily married man who discovers that he might be the Antichrist. Will he be able to attend a small dinner party, or will the event usher in the Apocalypse? Contains adult subject matter and language. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$48 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.
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Canelo vs. Munguia: Fathom Events
(734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 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.
May 4: Canelo vs. Munguia. Live broadcast of this boxing match between 2 Mexican middleweights and 3 undercard bouts. $25. 8 p.m.
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The Hentchmen, Lawncare, Lunch at the Heidelberg
Detroit rock legends The Hentchmen return to Ann Arbor for a rare live appearance. Lawncare (Ann Arbor) and Lunch (Ann Arbor) supporting.
Not to be missed!
Free show with optional donation to WCBN FM.
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University Lowbrow Astronomers
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. (734) 975–3248.
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Keith Lenart: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
May 3–4. Genial Detroit native known for clever one-liners on an array of subjects as well as character work that nails regional U.S. accents. He has appeared on Last Comic Standing, NBC’s So You Think You’re Funny, and Comcast’s Comedy Spotlight. Opening act TBA. Alcohol served. 7:15 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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