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“Discovery Demos”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demos for ages 5 & up. “All About Owls” (11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.) uses museum specimens to learn about owls’ unique adaptations and how they’re related to dinosaurs. “How to Become a Fossil” (1:30 p.m.) explores how fossils form and what they can tell us. Dinosaur-themed activities are featured on Feb. 15 & 16. 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 2:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
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“Journey to the Sugarbush”: Hudson Mills Metropark
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Every Sat. & Sun., Feb. 22–Mar. 9. Maple tree tapping and a chance to see sap being made into syrup. The 40-minute-long program takes place primarily outdoors, is appropriate for all ages, and includes a short off-trail walk. Also, a chance to order a pancake breakfast (preorder separately only when you preregister) and purchase local maple products. Program canceled if the weather isn’t right for maple production. 11 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m., Hudson Mills Activity Center, 8801 North Territorial Rd., Dexter. $5 (kids, $3; kids age 2 and under, free). Preregistration required at bit.ly/hudsonm-sap-2025 by 4 p.m. the day before the program. Metropark pass or $10 vehicle entry fee required. (734) 426–8211.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri.–Sun. (except Feb. 1 & 8, which are special Lunar New Year shows. See Feb. 1 listing). Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Sea Monsters (noon) follows a curious dolichorhynchops (an extinct species of marine reptile) as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 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 p.m.) explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, connecting life on Earth to the evolution of the universe. Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 in the gift shop. Limited capacity. lsa.umich.edu/ummnh, (734) 764–0478.
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U-M Women’s Lacrosse
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Home opener vs. CMU. The U-M also has a home match against Marquette (Feb. 23, time TBA). Time TBA, U-M Lacrosse Stadium, 2500 S. State. Tickets TBA at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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Every Tues., Wed., & Sun. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet locations. Rain or shine. 7 a.m. (Tues.) & 8 a.m. (Sun.), Dozer Coffee, 112 Jackson Plz., and 7 p.m. (Wed.), Fleet Feet, 123 E. Liberty. Free. (734) 929–9022 (Sun. & Tues.) & (734) 769–5016 (Wed.). fleetfeet.com.
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“Elemental Ecstatic Dance”: Our Play Ground
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Every Sun. Dancers of all ages and abilities invited for free-form dancing. Flow toys, hula hoops, and other props provided. Wear loose clothes, barefoot or stocking feet. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. A2 Yoga, 2030 Commerce Blvd. $20 (age 13 and under, free) cash or Venmo (@andjru) at the door only. andjru@yahoo.com. bit.ly/ecstatic-dance-a2.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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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. Dinosaur-themed activities are featured on Feb. 15 & 16 (see listing). 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
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Venue's Sunday Jazz Brunch: Venue by 4m
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Make your plans to enjoy great local musical artists performing live every Sunday at Venue by 4M! It's a great space to enjoy Chef Thad Gillies brunch menu while you enjoy the wonderful music.
Brunch | 9AM - 3PM
Music | 11AM - 2PM
1919 South Industrial Highway ,Ann Arbor. No tickets needed Free. mallory@experience4m.com https://www.experience4m.com/event/119-jazz-brunch-houston-patton/ 7348000128.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
H.A.C. Ultimate
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Every Sun. All invited to a relaxed pick-up 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, (734) 846–9418.
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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy
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Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals with special social habits, including a kangaroo, a monkey-tailed skink, and an opossum (1 & 4 p.m.). Also, weather permitting, an animal keeper talks about the Patagonian mara, one of the largest rodents in the world (3 p.m.), and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. Noon–5 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $15 (kids ages 2–12, $13; under age 2, free) at the door only. (734) 929–9324.
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“Hunt for the Yeti”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
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All invited to join WCPARC staff and volunteers in this popular and massive creature hunt in search of the elusive Eddie the Yeti, with clues, riddles, and prizes. Followed by hot cocoa & a snack. Noon–1 p.m., 12:30–1:30 p.m., and 1–2 p.m., Rolling Hills County Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd. $5, plus $6 (nonresidents, $10) vehicle entry fee. Preregistration required (this event fills up) at parksonline.ewashtenaw.org (#RH731308).
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Critter House Open Hours: Leslie Science & Nature Center
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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. lesliesnc.org, (734) 997–1553.
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Drag Brunch: Uplift
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Feb. 9 & 23. Drag show at this new downtown queer bar with performers in costume lip-synching and dancing to popular songs, along with a catered brunch by Jagged Fork. Cocktails and mimosas available for purchase. Noon–3 p.m., Uplift, 210 S. First. $30 in advance at upliftannarbor.com & (if available) at the door. (734) 210-1582.
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Open Board Games: Sylvan Factory
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Every Sun. All invited to play one of a wide variety of board games on hand in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Instruction provided. Also, on Feb. 2, game playtesting with Michigame Design Lab (2 p.m.), during which players are invited to try out new board and card games from local designers Bruce Bielawa & Joe Hopkins and provide feedback. Noon–6 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com.
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“Walking with Whales Tour”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Sun. (except Feb. 16). 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. 12:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. (734) 764–0478.
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“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”: Fathom Events
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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.
Feb. 16 & 23: “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (Mike Newell, 2005). Adaptation of the 4th Harry Potter novel. 1 p.m. (Emagine) and 3 & 7 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20).
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“Pokémon Palooza”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults and kids age 8 & up invited to celebrate the beloved trading card and video game with themed crafts, characters in costume, and a competitive PokéBattle in the 1st floor lobby. Limited number of card decks and game consoles provided. Also, at 1 p.m., a screening of the 2019 animated feature Pokémon Detective Pikachu in the lower level Multipurpose Rm. 1–4 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Wonder Walks”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens
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Feb. 9, 19, & 23. One-hour to 90-minute nature walks led by Matthaei naturalists, sometimes preceded by a brief presentation. Feb. 9 (1 p.m.): “Plant Love Language,” walk and learn about the language of flowers. Feb. 19 (5:30 p.m.) & Feb. 23 (1 p.m.): “Leaves Under the Lens,” walk and talk with the curator of this exhibit (see Galleries), which pairs conservatory plants with microscope images that reveal a bug’s eye view of the leaf surface. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather. Arrival 15 minutes early recommended. 1 p.m. & 5:30 p.m., Matthaei lobby, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/events, (734) 647–7600.
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38th Annual Storytelling Festival: The Ark
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Feb. 23 (1 p.m.): See 21 Friday Events listing. Today: a program of family-oriented stories by Elizabeth Ellis, a storyteller featured in last night’s show (see 22 Saturday Events listing), and Yasu Ishida, a Japanese American children’s entertainer whose performances combine elements of traditional Japanese theater, music, origami, and magic.
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Clay Monsters: AADL Westgate
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Feb. 23 (1–2 p.m.): Kids grades K–5 invited to create silly and fun monsters out of air-dry clay.
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Drop-In Knitting: Spun
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Every Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 1–3 p.m. (Sun.) & 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.), Spun, 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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“Homespun & Calico: Researching the Lives of Our Foremothers”: Genealogical Society of Washtenaw County.
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Talk by genealogist Peggy Lauritzen, Family History Center (Mansfield, OH) co-director. Followed by “Hunting for Henry: A Case Study Using Collaterals” (3:15 p.m.), a talk and demonstration by Teresa Steinkamp McMillin on careful research, correlation of evidence, and use of the Genealogical Proof Standard. 1:30 p.m., via livestream; for URL email info@washtenawgenealogy.org no later than 3 days before the meeting. Free. washtenawgenealogy.org
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“A Few Good Men”: U-M Theatre Department
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Feb. 20–23. Geoff Packard directs drama students in Aaron Sorkin’s 1989 debut Broadway play, a fast-paced, high-stakes drama about the trial of 2 marines for complicity in the death of a fellow marine that turns on the question of whether illegal orders should be followed. Recommended for ages 15 & up. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Power Center. Tickets $29–$35 (students, $16) in advance at smtd.umich.edu & at the door. (734) 615–3204.
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“Bookbinding for Beginners”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults and teens invited to learn bookbinding techniques and make a handmade book. 2–4 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Fourteen Funerals”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., Feb. 6–Mar. 9. Rhiannon Ragland directs the Michigan premiere of Ohio playwright Eric Pfeffinger’s philosophical comedy about a Chicago woman who is called to Blissfield (IN) to deliver the eulogies for 14 distant relatives she’s never met—all killed in a single fireworks explosion. While in Blissfield, she makes a strange, deep connection with the mortuary receptionist. The Berkshire (MA) Eagle praised the script as a “gentle, enormously insightful comedy.” Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $31.50–$52.50 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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“Jarod Lew: Strange You Never Knew” Exhibition Tour: UMMA
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UMMA curator Jennifer Friess leads a tour of this exhibit (running through June 15) of photographs on themes of identity, memory, and the Asian diaspora in Detroit by metro Detroit native Lew. 2–3 p.m. UMMA Taubman Gallery I, 525 S. State St. Free. Preregistration required at umma.umich.edu/events (space limited).
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“Kairos”: Theatre Nova
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Every Thurs.–Sun., Feb. 14–Mar. 16. Briana O’Neal directs the Michigan premiere of Ma-Yi Theater Company (NYC) resident playwright Lisa Sanaye Dring’s drama about a budding romantic relationship tested by a new medical procedure that grants immortality to a chosen few. As Gina and David fall in love, they must grapple with new questions about commitment when mortality is removed from the equation. 8 p.m. (Fri.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Mask required at Thurs. performances to protect immunocompromised patrons. Tickets $30 (students with ID, $5) in advance at theatrenova.org & at the door. (734) 635–8450.
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“Rent”: Huron Players
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Feb. 22 & 23. Clarence Collins directs Huron High School students in Jonathan Larson’s 1996 rock musical, an adaptation of Puccini’s 1896 opera La Bohème. It tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists living in New York’s Lower East Side in the late 1980’s, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Huron High School Meyers Auditorium, 2727 Fuller. Tickets $10–$20 in advance at thehuronplayers.ludus.com & at the door (cash, check, or Venmo). huronplayers.weebly.com.
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“The Government Inspector”: U-M Musical Theatre Department
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Feb. 20–23. Malcolm Tulip directs musical theater students in Jeffrey Hatcher’s 2009 adaptation of Nikolai Gogol’s 1836 dramatic masterpiece, a satiric play about small-town corruption whose shrewd depiction of human folly still possesses a contemporary bite. The plot follows the story of a penniless impostor who manages to hoodwink an entire town. The play’s biting realism proved too much for Gogol’s contemporaries, whose vicious attacks caused him to flee Russia for more than a decade. Recommended for ages 13 & up. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), U-M Walgreen Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin, North Campus. Tickets $25 (students, $13) in advance at smtd.umich.edu & at the door. (734) 615–3204.
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“The Underground Railroad in Pittsfield Township”: Pittsfield Township Historical Society/StoryPoint-Saline
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Talk by African American Cultural & Historical Museum historian and board member Deborah Meadows. 2 p.m., StoryPoint, 6230 S. State, Saline. Free. info@pittsfieldhistory.
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Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild
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All invited to listen to guild members swap stories or bring their own to tell. Note new location. 2–4 p.m., Schuler Books, 2513 Jackson Ave. annarborstorytelling.org. Free.
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Sunday Drop-In Tour: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
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Feb. 16 & 23. Docent-led tours exploring “Money in the Ancient World” (Feb. 16) and “Highlights of the Kelsey” (Feb. 23). 2–3 p.m., Kelsey Museum, 434 S. State. Free. (734) 764–9304.
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Whisk Dragonflies: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults and kids grade 5 & up invited to turn a kitchen whisk into a dragonfly figure using beads and pipe cleaners. Note: This craft involves sharp objects. 2–3 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“A Year With Frog And Toad”: Marquee Arts Not Just For Kids Series
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Feb. 23 (3 p.m.): “A Year With Frog And Toad”: Marquee Arts Not Just For Kids Series. Willie and Robert Reale’s bubbly 2002 Tony-nominated musical adaptation of Arnold Lobel’s warmly comic stories about animal friends who stick together through thick and thin follows Frog and Toad, played by Josh McLemore and Charlie Turner, through one year. Aimed at theatergoers age 5 & older. Preceded at 12:30 p.m. on Feb. 16 by a Q&A (free to ticketholders) via Zoom on the big screen with the show’s producer and set designer Adrianne Lobel, Arnold Lobel’s daughter. She discusses the show’s conception, development, and production. Michigan Theater. Tickets $26. marquee-arts.org/calendar, (734) 668–8397.
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“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”: Fathom Events
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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.
Feb. 16 & 23: “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (Mike Newell, 2005). Adaptation of the 4th Harry Potter novel. 1 p.m. (Emagine) and 3 & 7 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20).
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U-M Women’s Gymnastics
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Meet vs. Nebraska. The U-M also has a home meet this month against UCLA (Feb. 23, 3:45 p.m.). 12:45 p.m., Crisler Center. Tickets $6–8 at mgoblue.com. (734) 764–0247.
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Third Coast Percussion: University Musical Society
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This Grammy Award-winning Chicago-based quartet—percussionists Sean Connors, Robert Dillon, Peter Martin, and David Skidmore—features a repertoire celebrating the depth and breadth of the musical possibility in percussion instruments. The program includes Jlin’s Please Be Still, Tigran Hamasyan’s Sonata for Percussion, and Jessie Montgomery’s Lady Justice. Also on the program is Murmurs in Time, a piece the group commissioned from Zakir Hussain, a tabla virtuoso slated to play tonight, before he tragically died in December. A tabla player TBA substitutes. 4 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Tickets $36–$83 (students, $15-$20) in advance at ums.org, by phone, and (if available) at the door. (734) 764–2538.
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“Michigan NaChMo Dance Concert”: Dance Uprising/Uplift
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A program of dances created and performed by choreographers from all over Michigan in response to the same daily prompts sent during the month of January as part of National Choreography Month. Age 21 and up. 5–7 p.m., Uplift, 210 S. First, ste. 100N. Free, rather than the originally listed (in the print Observer) $25 (students & seniors, $10) at danceuprising.com/nachmo.
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“Pupusas”: Bløm Meadworks Makers Series
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Pilar’s Tamales owner Sylvia leads a hands-on demonstration of how to make Salvadoran pupusas, stuffed and griddled cornmeal cakes, and Salvadoran curtido, a kind of slaw or salad. Both dishes are vegetarian and gluten-free. The ticket price includes ingredients, recipes, an opportunity to cook and eat together as a group, and some food to take home, along with a 12 oz. pour of Bløm’s seasonal meads and ciders (non-alcoholic options available). 5–7 p.m., Bløm Meadworks, 100 S. Fourth Ave. $48 in advance only at drinkblom.com/events.
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P.O.R.K. - Phil Ogilvie's Rhythm Kings: Zal Gaz Grotto
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10-piece big band led by Chris Smith, specializing in hot jazz of the 1920s and 30s. Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver, Duke Ellington and other jazz legends are prominent in their repertoire. For listening or dancing.
2070 W. Stadium Blvd ,Ann Arbor. Free (tipjar for the band). cdsmith68@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/porkjazz 248-446-0403.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Pupusa Workshop w/Pilar's Tamales: Bløm Mead + Cider
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Sylvia, owner of Ann Arbor’s beloved Pilar’s Tamales, will lead a workshop on how to make pupusas, a stuffed and griddled cornmeal cake from El Salvador, and curtido, a Salvadoran slaw. All ingredients, instructions, and recipes will be provided. Each attendee will make 4 pupusas, and will have the opportunity to cook one or two to eat together as a group along with a drinkl The rest can be taken home. **All ingredients used in this class will be vegetarian and gluten free**
Ticket includes: class instruction, ingredients, recipes, a 12oz pour of mead or cider (N/A options available) and 10% off to-go products! 4 pupusas + curtido per attendee.
100 S 4th Ave Suite 110 ,Ann Arbor. https://www.drinkblom.com/events/2025-makers-series-pilars $48. https://www.drinkblom.com/events/2025-makers-series-pilarsAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Ann Arbor Go Club
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Every Sun. Players of all skill levels invited to play this challenging strategy board game. Game materials provided. 5:30 p.m. until whenever, Heidelberg 1st fl., 215 N. Main. Free. For more info, email Drew at dwright8182@hotmail.com or check bit.ly/annarborgo.
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Ann Arbor Morris
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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., 4531 Concourse. Free. Email a2morris@umich.edu or check annarbormorris.org in advance to confirm. (734) 717–1569.
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“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”: Fathom Events
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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.
Feb. 16 & 23: “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (Mike Newell, 2005). Adaptation of the 4th Harry Potter novel. 1 p.m. (Emagine) and 3 & 7 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20).
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“Post-Mortem Murder Mystery Escape-Like Room”: Dreamland Theater
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Every Fri.-Sun., Feb. 14-Mar. 2 (except Feb. 22). An original interactive murder mystery in which audience members become part of a group of detectives who must solve a case. 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m., Dreamland Theater, 26 N. Washington, Ypsilanti. $10 preregistration required at tinyurl.com/dreamland-escape-3-25 or email pmmmelr@gmail.com. dreamlandtheater.net. facebook.com/theaterdreamland.
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“Rent”: Huron Players
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Feb. 22 & 23. Clarence Collins directs Huron High School students in Jonathan Larson’s 1996 rock musical, an adaptation of Puccini’s 1896 opera La Bohème. It tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists living in New York’s Lower East Side in the late 1980’s, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Huron High School Meyers Auditorium, 2727 Fuller. Tickets $10–$20 in advance at thehuronplayers.ludus.com & at the door (cash, check, or Venmo). huronplayers.weebly.com.
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“Sunday Evening Game Night”: Ann Arbor Adventure Club
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Every Sun. Popular board games, played online. Games may include Codenames, Murder Mystery Whodunnit, Boggle, and Wait Wait Don't Tell Me! Have a pencil and paper handy. 7 p.m., for URL email burrbarr7@hotmail.com. Free.
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Ballroom Dance Club at the U-M
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Every 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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“Improv Jam”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Feb. 9 & 23. All invited to play short-form improv games with a brief long-form improv set towards the end. No experience required. 7:30 p.m., Hear.Say Brewing + Theater, 2350 W. Liberty. Pay what you want. hello@heardotsay.com. heardotsay.com/events.
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“The UnClub”: The Theater Shop
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Every Sun. Performances by aspiring and experienced comics attending former Tonight Show staff writer Chili Challis’s comedy dojo. The humor is appropriate for adults. Emcee is Mark Sweetman. 7:30 p.m., the Ypsi Alehouse, 124 Pearl St., ste. 100, Ypsilanti. Free. facebook.com/unclubshow.
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The American-Romanian Festival Players: Kerrytown Concert House
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An evening of colorful folk-influenced compositions by George Enescu and other Romanian composers. Also featured are works for cimbalom, a kind of Hungarian dulcimer, including a recent commission by composer Colin Martin for string quartet and cimbalom. Players include DSO violinists Marian Tănău, Kyoko Kashiwagi, and violist Eva Stern, cimbalomist Alexandru Șura, soprano Jennifer Goltz, and 2 U-M Residential College music professors—cellist Katri Ervamaa and pianist Naki Sung Kripfgans. 7:30 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Tickets $29–$40 (students, $18–$30) in advance kerrytownconcerthouse.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 769–2999.
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“Post-Mortem Murder Mystery Escape-Like Room”: Dreamland Theater
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Every Fri.-Sun., Feb. 14-Mar. 2 (except Feb. 22). An original interactive murder mystery in which audience members become part of a group of detectives who must solve a case. 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m., Dreamland Theater, 26 N. Washington, Ypsilanti. $10 preregistration required at tinyurl.com/dreamland-escape-3-25 or email pmmmelr@gmail.com. dreamlandtheater.net. facebook.com/theaterdreamland.
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