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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Every Mon.–Fri., except Mar. 3–7 (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin, North Campus. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Artist's Open Studio: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org, bpatton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
Artist’s Open Studio (Thurs. & Fri. 9:30–11 a.m.). $2; members, free.
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“Celebrating the Beauty and Power of the Arts”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Thursday Morning Lecture Series
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Every Thurs., Mar. 13–Apr. 3. Series of 4 weekly talks. Mar. 13: MSU jazz studies professor Ken Prouty on “Understanding Jazz.” Mar. 20: EMU theater professor Wallace Bridges on “Actively Appreciating Theatre Arts.” Mar. 27: U-M English professor Linda Gregerson on “Learning to Love a Poem.” Apr. 3: Detroit Institute of Art gallery teaching manager David Figiel on “Museum Education in the 21st Century.” 10–11:30 a.m., Washtenaw Community College Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Preregistration required at olli-umich.org. $75 (members, $40) for the 5-lecture series. $12 per lecture for members. Membership, $35 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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“Smartphones: The Basics”: Ann Arbor District Library
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AARP representatives discuss basic smartphone operation. 10–11:30 a.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. (734) 326–4200.
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Chinese Mah-jongg: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. 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.
Chinese Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon in person).
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Open Stitching: Embroiderers’ Guild of America
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Stitchers of all abilities and interests are invited to socialize and work on their own projects. 10 a.m.–noon, Panera Bread, 903 W. Eisenhower. Free. janfrank@sbcglobal.net.
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“Little Paws Story Time”: HSHV
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Mar. 6, 13, & 20 (10:30–11:30 a.m.): “Little Paws Story Time”: HSHV. Stories, crafts, fingerplays, and interaction with adoptable cats and dogs. Also, a chance to make a toy or treat for the animals. For kids ages 2–5, accompanied by an adult. HSHV. $5 (babies under age 1, free). Preregistration required at hshv.org/event-calendar, humaneed@hshv.org, (734) 661–3575.
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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. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
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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.),
Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m.),
Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.).
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Senior Talks: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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701 W. Ellsworth. Senior-focused talks. Free. Preregistration required at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Mar. 10 (10–11 a.m.): “The Wild History of the Wild Turkey,” with National Wild Turkey Federation naturalist Jen Davis.
Mar. 20 (11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.): “10 Essential Questions to Ask Your Doctor.”
Mar. 27 (11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.): “Rescue Tails with the Humane Society of Huron Valley,” includes a presentation featuring stories of rescued animals, and a craft activity to help HSHV animals.
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Sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org, bpatton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
Sanctioned Bridge (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). $9; members, $8.
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“Division Street Pipes”: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
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Every Thurs., Jan. 16–Apr. 10. U-M organ students and professors perform 30-minute organ recitals. 12:15 p.m., St. Andrew’s, 306 N. Division. Free. (734) 663–0518.
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“Division Street Pipes”: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
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Every Thurs. Performances by U-M organ majors and professors on the church’s Richards, Fowkes & Co. organ. 12:15 p.m., St. Andrew’s, 306 N. Division. Free. standrewsaa.org, (734) 663–0518.
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“Crafts from Around the World”: International Neighbors
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All area women are invited to take part in a variety of crafting stations, along with an international lunch. International Neighbors is a group of local women which, since 1958, has welcomed women from around the world to connect, learn about other cultures, and take part in over 30 special interest groups. Supervised kids welcome. 1–2:30 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty. Free. inannarbor.org.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) 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. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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Ikebana International
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All invited to learn about and practice this Japanese style of flower arranging. Floral materials provided upon request, bring your own container and tools. 1–2:30 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1500 Scio Church Rd., $25. Space limited; preregistration required at a2ikebana@gmail.com. More info at ikebanaannarbor.org.
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Men's Group: 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.
Men’s Group (Thurs. 2–4 p.m.) discussion group, preregistration required.
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"Wise Guys: Conversations for Men": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. 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.
Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 3–4 p.m. via Zoom).
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U-M Ross School of Business Mitchell Lecture Series
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Journalist and Global Tetrahedron CEO Ben Collins speaks on a topic TBA. Global Tetrahedron owns the satirical newspaper The Onion. On Nov. 14, 2024, Collins won the assets of the infamous InfoWars website at auction with support of the families of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. 3 p.m., Ross School of Business Robertson Auditorium, 701 Tappan Ave. Free. Preregistration requested at michiganross.umich.edu/events/mitchell-lecture-series.
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“Broken Bonds: Fugitive Bannermen, Civic Virtue, and Ethnic Identity in Late Imperial China”: U-M Eisenberg Institute for Historical Studies
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U-M Chinese history professor Pär Cassel discusses political loyalty and inter-ethnic relations in late 19th- and early 20th-century imperial China. 4–6 p.m., 1014 Tisch Hall, 435 State. Free. (734) 615–7400.
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“Third Thursdays at the Library”: U-M Library
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Monthly open house featuring rotating highlights from the library’s Special Collections Research Center, maps from the Clark Library, and items from other collections. Curators on hand to answer questions. Light refreshments. Today on the 6th fl.: “Fashion, Food, and Flowers in Georgian England.” Display of ladies' magazines, novels, landscaping books, and more from 18th- and 19th-century England. Today on the 2nd fl.: “Map Collection Highlights.” Display of maps on a theme TBA. 4–6 p.m., Hatcher Library, enter from the Diag. Free. (734) 936–2309.
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“Angkorian Homecoming: Resettlement and Returning Home”: U-M Stamps School of Art & Design Penny Stamps Speaker Series
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Los Angeles-based artist Phung Huynh discusses her Institute for the Humanities exhibit, on view until May 2 (see Galleries). Informed by her experience as a refugee, Huynh’s work explores displacement, assimilation, and cultural identity among Cambodian and Vietnamese refugees who have resettled in the U.S. The exhibit also includes drawings and photographs of sacred Khmer Buddha statue heads that were looted from Cambodia. 5:30 p.m., Michigan Theater. Free. (734) 936–0671.
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“The Post-Populist Predicament: On Redemocratization and Rule-of-Law Restoration in Poland Since 2023”: U-M Copernicus Center for Polish Studies
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University of Warsaw political science professor Wojciech Sadurski discusses the various legal and institutional challenges facing Poland’s new government in the wake of 8 years of authoritarian-populist rule. 5:30–7 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 764–0351.
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Monica Youn: U-M English Department Zell Visiting Writers Series
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This acclaimed poet, a practicing attorney, reads from and discusses her work. She has published 4 poetry collections, which knit together an array of themes from Greek mythology to Asian American identity to property law. Her most recent collection, From From, was a finalist for the 2023 National Book Award. Q&A. Also, tomorrow (10–11 a.m., 3222 Angell Hall) Youn gives a free craft lecture titled “Proleptic Form: Toward a Poetics of Self Defense.” 5:30–6:30 p.m., UMMA Stern Auditorium, 525 S. State. Livestream available for both programs at tinyurl.com/zellwriters24. Free. kimjulie@umich.edu.
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“Cadence: A Podcast for Creatives Live Recording”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Michigan podcast hosts Yen Azzaro & Hafsah Mijinyawa interview local filmmaker Donald Harrison and designer Hien Nguyen about their creative practice. 6–7 p.m., AADL Downtown, Multipurpose Rm. Free. (734) 326–4200.
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“Equinox Mindfulness Hike”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
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All age 18 and up invited to join WCPARC naturalist Elle Bogle for a quiet meditative evening walk to welcome the new season. 6–7:30 p.m. Burns-Stokes Preserve, Zeeb Rd. just south of Huron River Dr. Free; Preregistration required (space limited) at parksonline.ewashtenaw.org (#831006).
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“Gala 2025 Fundraiser”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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Three couples of veteran Broadway performers—Jessica & Matt Bogart, Jessica Grové & Dan Cooney, and Chelsea & Geoff Packard—perform Broadway songs. Emcee is the Encore regular, singer-actor singer David Moan. Open bar with wine, beer, and signature cocktails. Food from 42 North Social House, Dexter’s new restaurant. 6–10 p.m. Encore, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $250 in advance at theencoretheatre.org. (734) 268–6200.
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“Garden Like a Farmer”: The Farm at Trinity Health Ann Arbor
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Farmer Eric Kampe shares techniques he uses at the Farm and in his home garden for tasty vegetables and beautiful flowers, including soil preparation, irrigation methods, seeding, and weed and pest control. 6–7:30 p.m., the Farm at Trinity Health Ann Arbor, 5557 McAuley, Ypsilanti. Free, but preregistration required at trinityhealthmichigan.org/farmeducation.
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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
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Every Thurs. All invited to drop in with broken electronics, furniture, toys, or any other item they’d like to try to repair or repurpose with the guidance of AHA members. Repairs not guaranteed. 6–8 p.m., AHA, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Livestream available at meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. info@allhandsactive.org.
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“The Northeast Corner”: Schuler Books
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Local writer Colby Halloran discusses her new historical novel, a coming-of-age drama about a family in 1950s & 1960s Ann Arbor. 6 p.m., Schuler Books, 2513 Jackson Ave. Free; preregistration requested at schulerbooks.com/events-ann-arbor. (734) 662–0600.
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Bad Decisions Track Club
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Every Thurs. Runners of all abilities invited to join this eclectic group of runners ranging from people training for their first 5K to ultramarathoners. Sessions are typically interval-based track workouts, followed by socializing at a nearby brewery. 6 p.m. Ferry Field, State at Hoover (may meet elsewhere if the weather is bad). Free. See walline.wixsite.com/bdtc to sign up for email updates on each week’s workout.
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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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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Sat., Mon., Tues., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.), a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti; & 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Kids D&D Gaming: Sylvan Factory
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Every Thurs. (6–8 p.m.): Kids D&D Gaming: Sylvan Factory. Kids age 10–14 invited to play a youth version of the popular tabletop roleplaying game. Dinner provided. Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $10 per kid. Preregistration required at general@sylvanfactory.com. (734) 929–5877.
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Spring Equinox Gathering: Full Circle
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Share in community while celebrating the tipping of the balance from darkness to light. Meet new people, give and receive help, and meditate on the changing of the seasons.
114 W. Michigan Ave. ,Ypsilanti. springequinoxfc.eventbrite.com 25. e.daniel@me.com 7346045844.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
U-M Women’s Lacrosse
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Match vs. Penn. Home opener. The U-M also has home matches against USC (Mar. 20, 6 p.m.) & Penn State (Mar. 30, 3 p.m.). Noon, U-M Lacrosse Stadium, 2500 S. State. Tickets TBA at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
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Ann Arbor Public Schools Art Night: Ann Arbor District Library
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A chance to view art by AAPS students. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Can We Achieve Lifespan Equality in Our Lifetime? Perspectives on New Paradigms in Population Health”: EMU George Liepa Sigma Xi Annual Speaker Series
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Talk by WSU emergency medicine professor Phillip Levy. Dessert reception follows. 7–8 p.m., EMU Student Center Auditorium, 900 Oakwood, Ypsilanti. Free. (734) 487–0042.
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“Jubaku: Spellbound”: State Theatre
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State Theatre. 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.
Mar. 20: “Jubaku: Spellbound” (Masato Harada, 1999). When a major bank is caught paying off an extortionist, the media and prosecutors begin to dig, breaking open a money-and-favors scandal. Japanese, subtitles. 7 p.m.
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“Mindful Explorations”: Crazy Wisdom Bookstore Lecture Series
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Every Thurs. (except Mar. 6). Talks by local practitioners of various disciplines.
Mar. 13: “Reiki.” Reiki master Suzy Wienckowski.
Mar. 20: “Breathwork.” Practitioner Jackie Miller.
Mar. 27: “Reflexology.” Foot reflexologist Denise Held.
7–8:30 p.m., Crazy Wisdom, 114 S. Main, upstairs. Free. (734) 665–2757, crazywisdom.net.
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“Nights of Cabiria”: U-M II Cineforum: Italian Classics on Campus
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U-M II Cineforum: Italian Classics on Campus. 2435 North Quad, 105 S. State. Monthly free screenings of Italian-language films, with subtitles.
Mar. 20: “Nights of Cabiria” (Federico Fellini, 1957). Oscar-winning bittersweet tale of an eternally optimistic waiflike prostitute who dreams of a better life. Italian, subtitles. 7–9 p.m.
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Detroit Irish Music Association Seisiún
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Every Thurs. All invited to join members of this local chapter of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (CCE) for an informal evening playing traditional Irish music on various instruments. Lessons offered. 7–9 p.m., Grace Church Lodge, 3100 Glazier Way. Free. contact@detroitirishmusic.org , detroitirishmusic.org.
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Vernal Equinox Celebration: Michigan Friends Center
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All invited for a multigenerational program of singing, storytelling, and discussion to celebrate the birth of spring with a bonfire (weather permitting). Bring a verse, story, song, or bit of seasonal lore to share. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Potluck at 5:30 p.m. 7–9 p.m., Michigan Friends Center, 7748 Clark Lake Rd. (off Waterloo Rd. west of M-52), Chelsea. Free. Preregistration requested at manager@mfcenter.org. mfcenter.org.
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Robert Mac: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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March 20–22. Detroit-born, D.C.-based comic with a deadpan delivery, known for clean, cerebral jokes about politics, condominiums, tacos, and more. Thursday’s performance, billed “A Night of Comedy and FUNdraising,” benefits the PJ Library at the Ann Arbor JCC. Opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:15 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $36 includes 2 drink tickets (Thurs. only; Fri. & Sat., $21) at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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“Celebrating Ravel’s 150th”: Kerrytown Concert House
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The trio of violinist Liana Gourdjia, and cellist Deborah Pae, and pianist Julia Siciliano, a U-M music school grad student, performs some of the early 20th-century French composer’s greatest chamber works. 7:30 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. $29–$40 (students, $18–$30) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com and at the door. (734) 769–2999.
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“St. Paddy’s Day Party”: Ann Arbor Ski Club
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Dancing to music spun by a DJ. Also, a chance to learn about the club’s ski & snowboarding outings and other social activities. Must be 21 or older. Festive attire encouraged. 7:30–10:30 p.m., Zal Gaz Grotto, 2070 W. Stadium. $20 (members, $5). a2skiclub@gmail.com.
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Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
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Every Thurs. Popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team of up to 6 people. Prizes. 7:30 p.m. or so, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. (734) 665–2968.
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Creative Arts Orchestra: U-M Music School
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Improvisations by this music student group whose performances often incorporate elements of dance, theater, and music technology. 8 p.m. U-M Moore Bldg., Hankinson Rehearsal Hall, 1100 Baits, North Campus. Free. (734) 615–3204.
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