Events
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“Walking with Whales Tour”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Sun. Thirty-minute tour that uses the museum’s specimens to tell the story of prehistoric whales and dolphins, who had 4 limbs and walked on land. 1:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. (734) 764–0478.
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“Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun., June 25–Aug. 30. (See review) Kate Thomsen directs longtime Purple Rose resident playwright Carey Crim’s comedy-drama about a group of old friends gathered to celebrate their friend Emma’s fourth wedding. Together, they revisit their memories of each of her previous three weddings to “the one.” Adult language and subject matter. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $31.50–$52.50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org, (734) 433–7673, & (if available) at the door. Discounts available.
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“The Sounds and Stories of Africa”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreTaylor (MI) storyteller George Oo, who uses the stage name Fishmonger Stories, performs songs and tells stories from various African traditions. 2–3 p.m., AADL Traverwood. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Sunday Drop-in Tour: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
MoreAug. 9, 23, & 30. Docent-led tours exploring “Highlights of the Kelsey” (Aug. 9 & 30) and “Favorite Objects and Surprising Stories” (Aug. 23). 2–3 p.m., 434 S. State. Free. (734) 764–9304.
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Nightspots
Steve Somers & Friends: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiJazz & blues standards by an ensemble led by WCC jazz guitar instructor Somers.
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Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild
MoreAll invited to listen to guild members swap stories or bring their own to tell. 2–4 p.m., Schuler Books, Westgate Shopping Center. Free. annarborstorytelling.org.
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Dharma Disc Golfers: Jewel Heart Buddhist Center
MoreAll invited to play 9 or 18 holes. Discs available for those who don’t have them. Weather permitting; ground may be muddy. 2–4 p.m., Mary Beth Doyle Park, 3500 Birch Hollow. Free. [email protected], jewelheart.org/chapters/ann-arbor.
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Summer Drum Circle: Michigan Friends Center
MoreAll invited to join a group drumming session led by percussionist Curtis Glatter. 2–4 p.m., 7748 Clark Lake Rd., Chelsea. $5–$20 suggested donation. Preregistration requested by emailing [email protected] or at mfcenter.org.
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Annual Corn Roast: Ann Arbor Ski Club
MoreNewcomers and members invited to this event kicking off the club’s season of trips and activities. With live music by Velvet Walrus, a local dance band with a huge repertoire of classic, New Wave, and modern rock hits. Grilled corn, hot dogs, beer, wine, soft drinks, and preheated grills provided. Bring a dish to pass and, if you like, your own food to grill. Age 21+ only. 2–6 p.m., Montibeller Park, 4305 Ellsworth, Ypsi. $10 admission (members, $5). [email protected], a2skiclub.org.
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“Megafauna Mystery”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos
MoreEvery Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo for kids age 5 & up that uses museum specimens to explore paleontology and what can be learned from giant bones and fossils. 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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Nightspots
Irish-ish: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater.
MoreHear.Say Brewing + Theater. 2350 W. Liberty.A trio from the Malty Taskers that plays traditional Irish music and Irish pub songs.
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“Castle in the Sky”: Fathom Entertainment
More(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events & at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline).
Aug. 22–26: “Castle in the Sky” (Hayao Miyazaki, 1986). Dubbed (Sat., Sun., & Wed.) and subtitled (Mon. & Tues.) screenings of this classic Studio Ghibli anime film about 2 children racing to find a flying castle. 4 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.) and 7 p.m. (Mon.–Wed.).
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A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
MoreEvery Thurs.–Sun., June 4–Sept. 28. Local musicians TBA perform at several locations along Main downtown. Rain cancels. 4 p.m. Thurs.–Sun., S. Main between E. Washington & W. William. For the complete lineup, go to mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets. Free.
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Nightspots
Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborLocal 10-piece big band led by tubaist Chris Smith that specializes in the old-time big band music of the late 1920s and early 1930s associated with Jelly Roll Morton and King Oliver.
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Sunny Wilkinson Quartet: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborLocal ensemble led by vocalist Wilkinson, a veteran nationally known straight-ahead jazz singer.
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“Mic Drop”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MoreExperienced improvisers compete by improvising songs with live accompaniment. Followed at 7:30 p.m. by a pay-what-you-want Musical Improv Jam: All invited to sing or move in musical/comical improv games and exercises led by a facilitator and accompanist. No experience required. Spectators welcome. 6:30 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & $18 (if available) at the door.
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7th Annual Glee Club Summer Sing: Measure for Measure
MoreAll male singers age 14 & up invited to join this 80-member local men’s chorus to sing 20 men’s glee club standards. 6:30–8:30 p.m., St. Luke Lutheran Church, 4105 Washtenaw Ave. Preregistration requested at measure-for-measure.org. Free. (734) 649–7664.
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Ballroom Dance Club at the U-M
MoreEvery Sun. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including foxtrots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 6 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. 7–9 p.m., Michigan Union Ballroom. $5 ($10 includes lessons). (734) 763–6984.
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Traditional Irish Session: Conor O’Neill’s
MoreEvery Sun. All invited to join or listen to an instrumental jam session. 7–9 p.m., 318 S. Main. Free. (734) 665–2968.
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Nightspots
Tray Wellington Band: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborForward-thinking contemporary bluegrass ensemble led by Wellington, an acclaimed banjo player known both for his technical prowess and unique phrasing. “If bluegrass is about spotlighting virtuosos, here’s a new one people will be checking in on for some time to come,” writes the Wall Street Journal. $29.
