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January 14, 2025
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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Every Sun., Tues., & Wed., (except Jan. 1). Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different Fleet Feet locations. Rain or shine. 8 a.m. (Sun.) & 7 a.m. (Tues.), 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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“Sunrise Nature Hike”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
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Naturalist Elle Bogle leads a walk to explore the winter activity of Fleming Creek, the floodplain, and the forest of Parker Mill to discover the beauty and hidden treasures of the season. Wear proper winter gear and bring binoculars if you have them. 8:30–10 a.m., Parker Mill County Park, 4650 Geddes. Free. Preregistration required at parksonline.ewashtenaw.org (#821009). (734) 971–6337.
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"Gentle Yoga": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities Jan. 2–31. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Gentle Yoga (Tues. 9:30–10:15 a.m.).
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"Meditation Drop-In": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities Jan. 2–31. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Meditation Drop-In (Tues. 10–11:30 a.m. via Zoom).
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American Mah-jongg: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Senior-focused activities. Free. Preregistration, if required, at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
American Mah-jongg (Mon. 1–3 p.m. & Tues. 10 a.m.–noon), all levels welcome.
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“Tummy Time”: AADL Westgate
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Every Tues. (10:30–11:30 a.m.): “Tummy Time”: AADL Westgate. New and expecting parents encouraged to bring their babies and discuss new baby experiences.
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"Strength & Balance": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities Jan. 2–31. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Strength & Balance (Tues. & Thurs. 10:30–11:15 a.m. in person).
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun. (except Jan. 1). 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. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Playgroups for Babies: AADL. Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings.
Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.)
Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m.)
Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m., except Jan. 1)
Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m.).
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Every Mon.–Fri. (different times): Preschool Storytimes: AADL. 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.)
Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m. & Wed. 10:30 a.m., except Jan. 1)
Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m.)
Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.).
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“Intro to 3D Printing”: Ann Arbor District Library
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All invited to learn about the library’s 3D printing resources and basics of 3D design, then print an item to take home. 1–3 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities Jan. 2–31. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m. in person), call if interested.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Thurs., Fri., & Tues. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri. & Tues.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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Euchre: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Senior-focused activities. Free. Preregistration, if required, at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Euchre (Tues. 1–3 p.m.).
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Henri de Toulouse Lautrec: Ann Arbor District Library Art History in the Afternoon
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Local art historian Kathy Gunderson discusses the life and work of this prolific late 19th-century post-impressionist painter and printmaker. 2–3:15 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club
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Every Tues. All invited to play the classic word game, using the 5th-edition Scrabble dictionary. Bring your own set, if you like. 4–9 p.m., Arbor Brewing Company Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti. Free. meetup.com/ann-arbor-scrabble-meetup. burrbarr7@hotmail.com.
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“Die Cutter Open Lab”: Ann Arbor District Library
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All invited to use an array of die-cutting & embossing equipment to make DIY greeting cards, a craft project, or just experiment and have fun. 5:30–7 p.m., AADL Downtown, Multipurpose Rm. (lower level). Free. (734) 327–4200.
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D&D Adventurers League: Sylvan Factory
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Every Tues. All age 12 & up invited to play the current official campaign of the popular Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing game, using 5th-edition rules. 6–10 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. $10. Space limited, preregistration strongly recommended. sylvanfactory.com, (734) 929–5877.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Thurs., Sat., Mon., & Tues. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), an interval-based training run (Tues.), or a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower; 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti; & 6 p.m. (Tues.). Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Tour de Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Tues. 20- to 35-mile ride along Chelsea-area dirt roads. 6:15 p.m., meet at Aberdeen Bike, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Free. For each week’s route, email scimitargs@gmail.com.
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“Food Literacy for All”: U-M Sustainable Food Systems Initiative
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Every Tues. (except Mar. 4), Jan. 14–Apr. 22. Public lecture series, a mix of in-person (with livestream) and Zoom sessions.
Jan. 14: “Introduction to the Series” (via Zoom). With U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens visiting scholar Shiloh Maples and U-M Afroamerican & African studies professor Bénédicte Boisseron.
Jan. 21: “Food as Resistance.” Tambra Raye Stevenson, founder of the nonprofits WANDA (Women, Advancing, Dietetics and Nutrition) and NativSol Kitchen delves into the dual role of food as both a weapon of oppression and a pathway to liberation. Through historical examples, personal narratives, and forward-thinking strategies, Stevenson explores how food sovereignty, ancestral knowledge, and community-driven solutions can dismantle inequities and foster health, wealth, and empowerment in Black communities. Preregister at bit.ly/FLFA2025register.
Jan. 28: “Seafood Slavery in the High Seas” (via Zoom). With Paul Greenberg, author of the New York Times bestseller Four Fish: The Future of the Last Wild Food.
6:30–8 p.m., Michigan Union Rogel Ballroom and via Zoom. Preregistration required at sites.lsa.umich.edu/sustainablefoodsystems/foodliteracyforall. Free.
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“Lies on the Serpent’s Tongue”: Literati Bookstore
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West Virginia–bred writer Kate Pearsall discusses her new novel about a teen girl with a gift for uncovering lies who must come to grips with the unpleasant truths of her small Appalachian town. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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“Mystery Night with Darcie Wilde and Colleen Cambridge”: Schuler Books
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These 2 Midwest mystery writers discuss their new books. Wilde’s The Matter of the Secret Bride is the latest installment in her Jane Austen–inspired series about a young woman in Regency London with a talent for helping other ladies solve their delicate problems. Cambridge’s Murder Takes the Stage is the 3rd in her series featuring the fictional housekeeper to the grand dame of murder mysteries, Agatha Christie. This time she must uncover a killer stalking the stages of London’s illustrious theaters. 6:30 p.m., Schuler Books, 2513 Jackson Ave. Free; preregistration requested at schulerbooks.com/events-ann-arbor. (734) 662–0600.
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“When Freedom Is the Question Abolition Is the Answer: Reflections on Collective Liberation”: Ann Arbor District Library Author Event
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Longtime anti-war advocate Bill Ayers, a U-M grad and Weather Underground co-founder, discusses his new collection of essays exploring the concept of freedom. Signing. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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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.): Just Another Modern Monday. Powerful cards for experienced players, with prizes. $10. Tues. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Pauper. A fun and fast format for all skill levels. $5. Wed. (5 p.m.): Casual Commander. The most popular form of the game. Free. Wed. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Standard Showdown. Play with competitive tournament rules. $10. Fri. (6:30 p.m.): Friday Night Magic. Cost varies. Sat. (6 p.m.): Casual Commander Pods. For groups of 4 players. Free. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. sylvanfactory.com, (734) 929–5877.
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“Bottle Rocket”: Michigan Theater
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Michigan Theater. Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; MTF members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. (734) 668–8397. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Jan. 14: “Bottle Rocket” (Wes Anderson, 1996). In Anderson’s tragicomic feature film debut, directionless friends with dreams of becoming big-time criminals embark on a road trip that begins at a mental hospital and gets weirder from there. Owen & Luke Wilson. 7 p.m.
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“Sound & Silence”: Canterbury House
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Every Tues. Regular gathering exploring contemplative music and silence, sometimes led by a guest artist. 7 p.m., Canterbury House, 721 E. Huron St. Free, donations welcome. canterburyhouse.org/soundandsilence.
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“The Mind of a Bee”: Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers
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Queen Mary University of London Bee Sensory and Behavioural Ecology Lab director Lars Chittka discusses, via Zoom on a Matthaei big screen, his groundbreaking work on bee intelligence. Topics include bees’ exceptional navigational skills, their ability to recognize flowers and human faces, their demonstration of basic emotions, and their capacity for counting, tool use, problem-solving, and learning. 7–9 p.m., Matthaei auditorium, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. a2b2club.org.
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“Winter Sowing: aka Early Planting”: Dexter Garden Club
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Talk by club member Cathy Eberle. 7 p.m. (preceded by 6:30 p.m. socializing), St. Andrew’s Church, 7610 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Free for visitors (annual dues for members, $20). dextergardenclub.org/programs.
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Fantasy and Science Fiction/Theory Reading Group: U-M English Department
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All age 21 & over invited to discuss The Silmarillion, J.R.R. Tolkien’s gorgeous, dense fictional history and cosmology of Middle Earth, edited and published posthumously by his son Christopher in 1977. 7–9 p.m., U-M Shapiro Library, rm. 4004, enter from the Diag. Free. For questions, virtual access: fantasysf@umich.edu.
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French Canadian Music Session: Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance
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All musicians invited to trade tunes and play the acoustic dance music of French Canada: jigs, reels, waltzes, and so-called “crooked” tunes from Quebec, Acadia, and the Métis traditions. Knowledge of French not required. 7–9 p.m., Pittsfield Twp. Bldg. Morris Hall, 6201 W. Michigan Ave. Masks welcome. Free. aactmad.org/french-canadian-session, info@aactmad.org.
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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
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Every Tues. All male and female singers invited to join this rehearsal (only one this month, but usually weekly). 7–8:45 p.m., Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd. Free to visitors (annual dues for those who join). bit.ly/hvharmonizers. info@hvharmonizers.org, (734) 796–7467.
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Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
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Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no partner or experience needed. Wear comfortable clothes and bring flat, nonslip shoes and your own water bottle. First-timers asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse. Suggested donation: $8 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). aactmad.org/english-country, (734) 665–7704.
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German Speakers Round Table
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Jan. 14 & 28. All German speakers, native or non-native, invited for conversation. 7:30 p.m., Grizzly Peak Brewing Company, 120 W. Washington. Free admission. (734) 812–6375.
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