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The Ghost Army is here! In June of 1944, an exceptional U.S. Army unit went into action in Normandy. Its weapons included hundreds of inflatable tanks and a one-of-a-kind collection of sound effects records, and it carried out its battlefield mission without firing a shot. The unit was officially called the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, but it was known to its men as The Ghost Army.Members of The Ghost Army adhered to a decades-long gag order; many never told their families about their extraordinary military service. Sixty-five years after this top-secret group went into action, the University of Michigan’s Hatcher Library will unveil the first public exhibit of this captivating group of materials documenting The Ghost Army. Along with the exhibit, see a screening of producer/director Rick Beyer's documentary The Ghost Army on March 17th at 7pm. Hatcher Graduate Library, Gallery in Room 100 (enter from Diag), 913 S. University Ave. Free. 734-615-5783. kjordan@umich.edu http://www.lib.umich.edu/gallery/events/ghost-army [map]
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Every Wed. & Fri. Borders staff read from books for infants, babies, and toddlers. 10 a.m., Borders, 3140 Lohr Rd. Free. 997-8884.
Have you ever wondered...What do children do at Ele's Place?Who is Ele?Who can come to Ele's Place?How does Ele's Place change a child's life?Why is it important to know about Ele's Place?For the answers to these questions and many more, please join us for a Tour of the HeartTours of the Heart are not appropriate for young children or newly bereaved people. UUAA, 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Road. Free. 734-929-6640. annarbor@elesplace.org http://www.elesplace.org [map]
Show and sale of jewelry by Natural Designs Jewelry owners Jim and Cindy Pierson and other artists. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $5 admission. 662-3279.
Every Wed. & Thurs. (except Mar. 31 & Apr. 1), Mar. 24-May 13. Storytime series (10:30 a.m. for ages 2–3 and 11:30 a.m. for ages 3–5) with stories, songs, crafts, and finger plays. 2- and 3-year-olds must be accompanied by a caregiver, and caregivers for older children must remain in the library. 10:30 & 11:30 a.m., CDL KidSpot, 221 S. Main, Chelsea. Free. Preregistration required. 475–8732., Chelsea.
Every Wed. & Fri. A Borders staffer reads stories and leads a craft project for toddlers. Also, sing-alongs. 11 a.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 6:30 p.m. (Wed.), Borders, 3527 Washtenaw. Free. 677-6948.
How much of your exercise routine leads you towards functional fitness? Does your exercise routine create new options for how you can be in the world? Awareness Through Movement classes reorganize your body to perform everyday and athletic activities with less effort, better balance, and more comfort. Challenge your assumptions about movement, learn how your unconscious movement habits get in your way, and discover a new, possible you after every class. Core Grace Pilates, 211 S Fourth, Suite 1B. $15. 734-646-9368. dale@mindbodymove.com www.mindbodymove.com [map]
Apr. 25-29. Annual festival of documentary and feature films on Jewish themes. Today: “Tel Aviv Jaffa” (Anat Zeltser, Modi Bar-On, Gabriel Bibliowicz, 2009). Documentary about the history of Tel Aviv from its inception in 1909 as an unpretentious neighborhood on the outskirts of the ancient port city of Jaffa to the establishment of the state of Israel. Hebrew, subtitles. 1:30 p.m. “William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe” (Emily & Sarah Kunstler, 2009). Documentary about the filmmakers’ late father, the civil rights attorney known for his controversial clients. 5 p.m. “The Brothers Warner” (Cass Warner Sperling, 2008). Documentary about the 4 brothers who founded and ran Warner Bros. for over 50 years. 8 p.m. 1:30, 5, & 8 p.m., Michigan Theater. Tickets $10 (festival pass, $75). 971-0990. Michigan Theater, various times. 971-0990, 668-TIME.
Today: Continues on Wednesdays thru 5/26
Topics to be covered include: (1) Introduction to Humor; (2) Psychological benefits; (3) “Laughter Yoga” led by guest speaker, Badria Jazini; (4) Humor with caregiving for someone who has Alzheimer’s disease; and (5) The art of clowning, make-up, magic, music, and make believe. This course involves weekly show-and-tell, and journaling assignments. Participants are encouraged to bring a blank journal to each class session. Insights gained from the sessions can be written down and may be shared during discussion time or for future reference. Turner Senior Resource Center, 2401 Plymouth Rd (48105). $20. 734-998-9351. atai@med.umich.edu http://olliumich.org [map]
Every Wed.-Sun., Apr. 15-May 29. Guy Sanville directs local actors in Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning portrait of a small town at the beginning of the 20th century. The 3 acts examine “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage,” and “Death” with graceful simplicity. 8 p.m. (Wed.-Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed. & Sat., except Apr. 21), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Apr. 15-22 preview tickets: $20 (Wed. & Thurs.) & 25 (Fri.-Sun.). After Apr. 22: $25 (Sun. eves., Wed., & Thurs.), $33 (Sat. & Sun. matinees), & $38 (Fri. & Sat. eves.) in advance and at the door. 433–7673., Chelsea.
A show of photographs and graphic designs and screenings of animation and digital video by more than 40 students. 5-8 p.m., WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg. Towsley Auditorium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Free. 973-3300.
Dinner and live and silent auctions to benefit the NRA. 6 p.m., TCSL, 8640 Moon (between E. Michigan & Willis Rd.), Saline. $35. 429-9561., Saline.
This review course is designed for individuals who are currently CPR-PR certified or whose ARC certification is no more than 12 months expired and need to renew their certification. Red Cross Washtenaw County Chapter, 4624 Packard Road. $55. 734-971-5300. http://wc-redcross.org [map]
Carvers of all abilities invited to work on projects, with help from club members. Knives and block-out and rough-cut patterns for sale. 6–8 p.m., Saline Area Senior Center, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. Free. 944–1918., Saline.
Every Wed. (except May 19). Slow/moderate-paced ride, 30 miles or more, south to Milan and then west to the area around Britton-Macon. 5:30 p.m., meet at municipal parking lot on Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. south of Michigan Ave., Saline. Free. 645–5840.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) of Dexter meets every Wednesday at 6:30 pm at the Dexter Senior Center at 7720 Dexter-Ann Arbor Road, Dexter. The annual membership fee, which includes a TOPS magazine subscription, is $26.00, and weekly dues are only $1.00. Those interested in joining may attend a meeting for free. For more information, call Sherry at 734-426-7072. TOPS meetings at Dexter Senior Center, 7720 Dexter-Ann Arbor Road, Dexter. $1 weekly dues, $26 yearly fee. mms411@aol.com [map]
Talks about local agriculture and natural resources to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this educational program. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 222-3825.
Apr 13, 14, 18, 22, & 28. Zingerman’s staff and guest food experts discuss and offer taste samples of various gourmet delights. Apr. 13: “Let Them Eat Cake!” Apr. 14: “World of Japanese Teas.” Apr. 22: “Zingerman’s Gelato.” Apr. 28: “A Cheese Plate.” 7–9 p.m, Zingerman’s Next Door (upstairs kids room), 422 Detroit St. $20 ($30 on Apr. 13) in advance, $25 ($35 on Apr. 13) at the door. Space limited; reservations required. 663–3354.
Does your business need to reduce its energy bills? Want to take advantage of today’s tax credits for renewable energy? Come and learn about the different clean energy technologies available today and which ones make the most sense for your business. Presented at the Green Classroom at the Energy Outlet, 44 E. Cross Street, Ypsilanti (in Depot Town a few doors down from SideTrack's).Cost: $10 includes reserved seating plus 10% off Energy Outlet purchase coupon.Presented by Thomas Reinke (Owner, Self-Reliant Energy) and Hans Stahl (Owner, BioGreen Technologies). Energy Outlet, 44 E. Cross Street, Ypsilanti. $10. 734-483-9000. deb@cec-mi.org http://shop.cec-mi.org/Green-Classroom-Add-Renewable-Energy-to-Your-Small-Business-0011.htm [map]
This veteran San Francisco-based mystery writer discusses The Last Illusion, the 9th in her series about Molly Murphy, an Irish immigrant engaged to a NYC police captain in 1903. Signing. 7 p.m., Aunt Agatha’s, 213 S. Fourth Ave. Free. 769-1114.
All invited to meet robotics hobbyists and check out and discuss their current gadgets and toys. 7 p.m., A2 Mech Shop, 240 Parkland Plaza, 179 Little Lake Dr. (off eastbound Jackson between Wagner & Zeeb). Free. 332-1000.
Talk by veteran Tall Ships photographer Thad Koza. 7-8:30 p.m., AADL multipurpose room, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327-4555.
Lecture by U-M Near Eastern studies professor Douglas Northrop. 7-8:30 p.m., CDL McKune Room, 221 S. Main, Chelsea. Free. Preregistration required. 475–8732., Chelsea.
Italian bonsai expert Marco Invernizzi discusses bonsai cultivation and maintenance and demonstrates how to care for a mature yew tree. Raffle. Preceded at 7 p.m. by socializing. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free. 747-6439.
All invited to join a discussion of The Measure of All Things: The Seven-Year Odyssey and Hidden Error That Transformed the World, Ken Alder’s account of Delambre and Mechain’s famed meridian expedition of 1792-1799. 7:30-9 p.m., Motte & Bailey, 212 N. Fourth Ave. Free. 669-0451.
Chelsea High music students present a Concerto Concert. 7:30 p.m., CHS auditorium, 740 N. Freer (between Old US-12 and Washington St.), Chelsea. Free. 475–4524., Chelsea.
Austin-based singer-songwriter whose introspective songs blend arresting lyrics with catchy melodies. “Gilkyson doesn’t pull any punches. She graces the music with her lush and passionate voice,” says the New York Times in its review of her 2005 CD Paradise Hotel. “A dark and lonely sound, hope and satisfaction, and edgy lyrics with piercing imagery round out the whole.” 8 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main. Tickets $15 in advance at Herb David Guitar Studio and the Michigan Union Ticket Office & all other Ticketmaster outlets, and at the door. To charge by phone, call 763-TKTS.
Every Wed. Swing dancing to prerecorded music. No partner needed. Bring casual or nicer shoes that stay on your feet when you’re active. Preceded by intermediate swing (7:30 p.m.) and beginning swing (8:30 p.m.) lessons. 9:30-11 p.m., Michigan Union Pendleton Room (occasionally Ballroom or U-Club). $5 (students, $4) includes lessons. 945-8428.
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