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Saturday, July 31, 2010

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1�2 p.m.

Living the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Class: Growing Together Life Learning Center.

The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey has sold over 15 million copies in 38 languages. The lessons taught in the book have changed millions of lives by helping people discover new ways of living and relating in their personal and professional lives. The seven habits focus on creating self mastery and how to relate to other people. This class will guide you through each of the seven habits in detail and help you to apply them to your own life and relationships. This 5-week class combines lectures and group discussion. Instructor: Felix Paulick, MSW, MBA
Lotus Center of Ann Arbor, 2711 Carpenter Road. $85. 734-883-8701. felix@togrow.org www.togrow.org [map]

Time TBA

�The Kids Are All Right�: Michigan Theater.

Through Aug. 26. (Lisa Cholodenko, 2010). Comedy about a lesbian couple whose kids--conceived by artificial insemination--go on a search for their biological father. Julianne Moore, Annette Bening, Mark Ruffalo.
Unless there is a live show in the main theater, 2 or 3 different films are shown, usually twice, almost every night. For complete, updated schedules, see michtheater.org or call 668-TIME. Tickets $9 (children, students, seniors, & veterans, $7; MTF members, $6.50; Wed., $6).

7 a.m.

�Seven or Sunrise Ride�: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Very slow-paced 22-mile ride to Dexter for breakfast.
Ride begins at sunrise or 7 a.m. (whichever is later), meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 662-0205.

8 a.m.

"Dexter Breakfast Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30-80 miles) round-trip rides to the Dexter Bakery. A very popular ride. Also, after the bakery stop, a fast/moderate-paced swim extension ride (40 to 60 miles) continues to Silver Lake for a swim. July 10 is the popular annual AABTS �One Helluva Ride� (see listing). Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone, and snacks.
8 a.m., meet at either Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St., or at Barton Park, Huron River Dr. Free. 665-4968 (July 3 ride), 663-5060 (July 17), 996-4985 (July 24), 996-8316 (July 31), 971-1065 (swim extension).

8 a.m.-noon

Chelsea Farmers� Market.

A rotating mix of live music, crafts, and activities. June 12: Vickie & Kevin. Americana originals and traditional songs by the Black Train singer-songwriter duo Vickie Dischler and Kevin Lentz. Also, children�s craft activities. June 19: Farmers Market Basket Giveaway. June 26: Ed Sugar. R&B, blues, and jazz instrumentals by this veteran local saxophonist. Also, a Faith in Action food drive. July 3: Brad Stech. Chelsea folk-rock singer-songwriter. July 10: Children�s craft activities. July 17: Vickie & Kevin. Americana originals and traditional songs by the Black Train singer-songwriter duo Vickie Dischler and Kevin Lentz. Also, market basket giveaway. July 24: John Latini. Acoustic rock-based originals by this veteran local rock �n� roll singer-songwriter. Also, a Faith in Action food drive. July 31: TBA. Aug. 7: Keith Parmentier. Folk- and country-style original ballads. Aug. 14: Bob Skon Trio. Folk-rock covers and originals by this trio led by Skon, a local singer-songwriter known for his wry songs about love and loss. Also, children�s craft activities. Aug. 21: Dave Boutette. Local folk-rock singer-guitarist whose genial songs about the small ups and downs of ordinary life draw on a range of influences from Chuck Berry to Paul Westerberg. Also, market basket giveaway. Aug. 28: Vickie & Kevin. Also, a Faith in Action food drive. Sept. 4: TBA.
8 a.m.�noon (children�s booths 9:30�11 a.m.), Chelsea Farmers� Market, Park St. off Main, downtown Chelsea. Free admission. 475�6402.

8:30 a.m.

Lyn Yarows Memorial Run/Walk 5K: Dexter Cross Country Teams/Jazz Running.

Athletes of all abilities invited to join a 5-km trail run/walk. Also, 1-mile kids trail run (8 a.m.), a free 200-meter dash (9:15 a.m.) for kids age 6 & under, sack races, and more. Awards to male and female overall and master�s winners and awards 3 deep to age 14 & under, ages 15-19, and 10-year age groups age 20 & older. Kids 1-mile run awards to top male and female by grade. Refreshments and giveaways. Proceeds go toward a charity chosen by the Yarows family.
8:30 a.m., Hudson Mills Metropark Activity Center, 8801 North Territorial Rd. (between Dexter�Pinckney Rd. & Huron River Dr.), Dexter. $25 ($20 by July 25; kids run, $5). Registration forms available at jazzrunning.com/uploads/Lyn_Yarows.pdf. $5 vehicle entry fee. 474-0584.

9 a.m.

Butterfly Bonanza: Washtenaw Audubon Society.

Leaders: Roger Kuhlman, John Swales, Roger Wykes

Our three leaders have a terrific knack for finding a variety of butterflies, and you will be in for a treat if you are able to attend this event, which will take place at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Meet at 9:00 a.m. in front of the gift shop. The length of the outing will depend on conditions, but it will likely last most of the morning. People can drop off easily, however, as their schedules warrant. NOTE: This event has been rescheduled after being rained out on July 24.
Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Road. Free. fieldtrips@washtenawaudubon.org http://www.washtenawaudubon.org/fieldtrips.php [map]

9-10 a.m.

Community Walk: Pick Up the Pace, Saline (PUPS).

Moderately paced walks through the city. Dogs welcome. Local businesses provide small gifts for walkers, such as flowers, coupons, or cookies. PUPS also sponsors bike rides June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, & Sept. 13 (6:30 p.m., meet at Saline City Hall, 100 N. Harris).
9�10 a.m., meet at the Farmers Market, Michigan Ave. & Ann Arbor-Saline Rd., Saline. Free. SalinePUPS.org., Saline.

9 a.m.-noon

Volunteer Stewardship Workday: Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation Division.

July 10, 17, & 31. All invited to help city staff maintain the natural areas in various city parks. Also, staffers lead a short nature walk at the end of each workday. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. July 10: Cedar Bend Nature Area (meet at entrance off Broadway between Baits and Plymouth) to help clear the trails and build water bars to keep its nature trail in good shape. July 17: Cranbrook Nature Area (meet in the Church of Christ parking lot, 2530 S. Main.) to clear trails and spread woodchips, and Wurster Nature Area (meet at the entrance at the cul-de-sac on Edgewood Pl. off W. Davis between Third St. & Fifth St.) to remove invasive buckthorn and honeysuckle. July 31: Furstenberg Nature Area Native Plant Garden (meet in the parking lot off Fuller Rd. across from Huron High), where local master gardener Aunita Erskine leads a walk through the garden to spruce it up and learn about what�s in it.
9 a.m.-noon, various locations. Free. 794-6627.

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

�Celebrating the Quilt--Passing on the Legacy�: Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild.

July 31 & Aug. 1. A quilt show, a sale of quilt supplies, a silent auction, and concessions.
9 a.m.-5 p.m. (July 31) & 11 am.-5 p.m. (Aug. 1), WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., 4800 E. Huron River Dr. $5 admission. 439-8848.

10 a.m.-11 p.m.

Chelsea Sounds & Sights Festival.

The festival (formerly known as SummerFest) features a food court on South Street (Thurs. & Fri. 5-9 p.m. & Sat. noon-9 p.m.) with food from several Chelsea restaurants and a social tent behind the Common Grill (Thurs. 7-11 p.m. and Fri. & Sat. 8-11 p.m.) with beer & wine and live music. Also, a Chelsea Teddy Bear KidZone (Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.) live music and other entertainment all 3 nights at the regular Sights & Sounds stages (see listings). The social tent music schedule: My Dear Disco (July 29), a nationally acclaimed local dance septet that plays a blend of techno, funk, and jamming known as nu-jazz, with opening sets by the Detroit electropop glam band Champions of Breakfast and the Chelsea folk-rock trio The Ben Daniels Band. The Sun Messengers (July 30), a popular, versatile 10-piece ensemble from Detroit that plays everything from Latin and African dance music to blues and rock, and an opening set by the Howling Diablos, a wild-humored Detroit blues and rock �n� roll band. 50 Amp Fuse (July 31), very popular Detroit band that plays 70s and 80s classic rock, with an opening set by the local funk-soul band NoteWorthy. Other special events include a classic car show (6-9 p.m.) and a chicken Broil (5-8 p.m.) on July 30, a pet parade (11 a.m.), an art market (10 a.m.-6 p.m.), a duck race (2 p.m.), and a family concert (3 p.m.) by San Slomovits of Gemini and his daughter Emily on July 31.
5-11 p.m. (July 29) & 10 a.m.-11 p.m. (July 30 & 31), Main, Middle, & Park Sts., downtown Chelsea. Free, except for the social tent, which is $5 (ages 13�20, $3; age 12 & under, free). No one under age 21 admitted to the social tent after 9 p.m. 475�1145.

10-11 a.m.

The Art of Relationship Class: Growing Together Life Learning Center.

From the moment we are born our lives are about relationships. Yet many of us have never been formally taught the essential skills required to create deeply rewarding relationships. Learning the Art of Relationship has the power to transform our marriages, friendships, relationships with family members, and professional relationships. This 5-week class combines lectures and group discussion to teach you the knowledge and skills required to apply the Art of Relationship to your own life. Instructor: Felix Paulick, MSW, MBA.
Lotus Center of Ann Arbor, 2711 Carpenter Road. $85. 734-883-8701. felix@togrow.org www.togrow.org [map]

10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Tour de France: Travel & Topography in France 1700-1900: University of Michigan Library.

The Audubon Room in the Hatcher Graduate Library currently displays maps, atlases and books related to cartography, travel, and the geography of France, drawing on the University of Michigan Library�s extensive holdings of French materials in the Map Library. Free and open to the public.

Audubon Room hours: Sunday 2-7pm, Mon-Fri 8:30am-7pm, Saturday 10am-6pm
Hatcher Graduate Library, Audubon Room, 913 South University Ave. Free. 734-764-0407. karleric@umich.edu http://www.lib.umich.edu/audubon-room/events/Tour-de-France [map]

10:30 a.m.

Chime Concert: Kerrytown Shops.

Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play one of 100 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime�s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Local chimemaster Heather O�Neal demonstrates.
Noon-12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30-11 a.m. (Sat.), Kerrytown. Free. 369-3107.

11 a.m. and 1 & 3 p.m.

Chelsea Teddy Bear Company.

Group tours of the warehouse, with displays of both historical and CTBC bears. Also, display of antique toys in the Chelsea Toy Museum.
11 a.m. and 1 & 3 p.m., CTBC Warehouse, 400 N. Main, Chelsea. Free. 433�5499., Chelsea.

11 a.m.

Storytime: Nicola�s Books.

Every Sat. An experienced storyteller spins yarns for kids age 7 & under.
11 a.m., Nicola�s, 2513 Jackson, Westgate shopping center. Free. 662-0600.

11 a.m.

Summer Nature Programs: Waterloo Recreation Area.

Every Wed.-Sat., June 16-Aug. 14. Kids programs presented by WRA park interpreter Kathy Kavanagh. June 16: �Frogs and Toads of Michigan.� June 17: �Rockin� Rocks.� June 18: �Trail Treasure Hunt.�June 19: �Fun with Fossils.� June 23: �Insect Safari.� June 24: �Beginning Birding.�June 25: �Native American Sand Art.� June 26: �Massasauga Rattlesnake.� June 30: �Terrific Turtles.� July 1: �Ice Age Mammals.� July 2: �Wolves, Coyotes, & Foxes.� July 3: �Native American Sand Art.� July 7: �Alien Invaders.� July 8: �Dynamic Dinosaurs.� July 9: �Beginning Birding.� July 10: �Native American Sand Art.� July 17: �Mighty Minerals.� July 21: �Insect Safari.� July 22: �Creatures of Ice.� July 23: �Michigan�s State Symbols.� July 24: �Michigan�s Wacky Weather.� Aug. 4: "Fabulous Toads & Frogs." Aug. 5: "Mineral Magic." Aug. 6: "Nocturnal Animals." Aug. 7: "Salamanders." Aug. 11: "Birding Basics." Aug. 12: "Forest Discovery Hike." Aug. 13: "Beautiful Butterfflies & Moths." Aug. 14: "Michigan Mammals."
11 a.m., Eddy Discovery Center, Bush Rd. (west from Pierce Rd. off I-94 exit 157), Chelsea. Free. $6 vehicle entry fee. 475�3170.

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

The Power of Now Class: Growing Together Life Learning Center.

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle has been featured on Oprah and is an international best seller. The book teaches that living fully in the present moment is the key to happiness and enlightenment. This class will explain what "living in the now" means and how to apply this skill in your daily life. This 5-week class combines lectures and group discussion.
Lotus Center of Ann Arbor, 2711 Carpenter Road. $85. 734-883-8701. felix@togrow.org www.togrow.org [map]

12:30, 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m.

U-M Exhibit Museum Planetarium.

Daily. Four different audiovisual planetarium shows. The Sky Tonight (1:30 & 3:30 p.m. daily) is an exploration of the current night sky. Expanded View (2:30 p.m. daily) is an exploration of deep space objects through the eyes of the Hubble, Spitzer, and Chandra space telescopes, each of which operates in different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum. The Little Star That Could (12:30 p.m. weekdays) is about an average yellow star on a search for a planet of its own to warm who meets other stars on the way and learns about the Solar System. The Zula Patrol (12:30 p.m. Sat. only) is an animated exploration of weather, both terrestrial and interplanetary.
12:30 p.m. (Mon.-Sat.) and 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30 p.m. (daily), U-M Exhibit Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. $4.75. 764�0478.

1 p.m.

Board Game Demos: Get Your Game On.

July 3, 17, 24, & 31. All invited to try out several games.
1 p.m., Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. Free. 786-3746.

1-5 p.m.

Guided Tours: Waterloo Area Farm Museum.

Every Fri.-Sun., June 4-Aug. 29. Costumed guides lead tours of the 10-room artifact-filled farmhouse and its outbuildings, including a recently refurbished blacksmith�s workshop.
1-5 p.m., Waterloo Area Farm Museum, 9998 Waterloo-Munith Rd. (left off Clear Lake Rd. 5 miles north from I-94 exit 153), Waterloo Recreation Area, Chelsea. $4 (seniors age 62 & over, $3; kids ages 5-17, $2; kids ages 4 & under and members, free). (517) 596-2254., Chelsea.

2-4 p.m.

Ann Arbor Juggling Arts Club.

Every Sat. All invited to practice their juggling skills. Beginners welcome. Indoor location TBA in case of inclement weather.
2-4 p.m., U-M Diag. Free. 761-1115.

2 p.m.

Dinosaur Tours: U-M Exhibit Museum.

Every Sat. & Sun. 30-minute docent-led tour of the museum's dinosaur exhibits.
2 p.m., U-M Exhibit Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. Free, but limited to the first 15 people to sign up for each tour. 764-0478.

2-5 p.m.

Mapping a Stream Site: Huron River Watershed Council.

Map and "Read a River� by characterizing the stream bed, the banks and other indicators of stream health. People will form into teams to map a site on a date in August selected by you and your teammates. You will not get wet at the training but when you map your site you will walk IN the stream and possibly over uneven terrain.
NEW Center, 1100 N. Main Street. Free. 734-769-5123 X600. jmartin@hrwc.org www.hrwc.org/volunteer/measure-and-map/ [map]

2 p.m.

Summer Open House: Aunt Agatha�s.

Several prominent mystery writers--Denise Swanson, Sheila Lowe, Jeanne M. Dams, Kathryn Miller Haines, and Mark Zubro--chat about their work. Cake & other refreshments. Signings.
2 p.m., Aunt Agatha�s, 213 S. Fourth Ave. Free. 769-1114.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Vixen Fitness Open House: Vixen Fitness.

Vixen Fitness offers pole dance & fitness classes. Our classes are ideal for women all shapes, sizes and fitness levels looking to spice up their normal workout. We also specialize in Girls Night Out & Bachelorette Parties.

Join us for an Open House at our Ypsilanti location and see what all the excitement is about!

* check out the studio

* meet our instructors and students

* enjoy light refreshments

* live demonstrations

* try some moves

* special giveaways

* register for classes

* receive special pricing for attendees only

Bring a girlfriend or TWO! No need to pre-register just come by anytime between 2pm and 5pm.

Women Only

Ages 18+

1.866.900.9797
Vixen Fitness, 1795 Washtenaw Rd, Ypsilanti. Free. 734-484-1540. info@vixenfitness.com http://www.vixenfitness.com [map]

2-4 p.m.

Youth Activities: Dexter District Library.

For kids ages 10 & up. Today: �Drop-in Wii Rock Band.�
2-4 p.m., DDL, 3255 Alpine, Dexter. Free. Preregistration required for June 29 event. 426-4477., Dexter.

2-4 p.m.

�Summer Woods Walk�: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.

WCPARC naturalist Faye Stoner leads a hike to look for summer wildflowers, identify trees and vines, and more.
2-4 p.m., County Farm Park, Medford Rd. lot. Free. 971-6337, ext. 334.

3 p.m.

Acoustic Duo Performance: Herb David Guitar Studio.

Acoustic Duo "Not At The Table" will be performing

on the front porch at Herb David Guitar Studio on

July 31 at 3:00 PM.

They can be seen later the same evening at Espresso Royale, 214 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, at

7:30 PM.
Herb David Guitar Studio, 302 E. Libert St. Free. 877-665-8001. info@herbdavidguitarstudio.com herbdavidguitarstudio.com [map]

3-9 p.m.

Ann Arbor Women Artists Summer Juried Exhibit: Ann Arbor Women Artists.

The Ann Arbor Women Artists present their Summer Juried Exhibit. This group has over 200 artist members and 47 of them have art in this show. Both 2D and 3D work is represented.

July 1-31, 2010

Gallery Hours: Thursday-Saturday 3-9pm and Sunday 1:30-4pm.
Riverside Arts Center, 76 N Huron Street, Ypsilanti. Free. racgallery@yahoo.com http://riversidearts.org [map]

3-5 p.m.

Chess: Chelsea Chess Club.

Every Sat.All invited to join club members for blitz (5-minute) and untimed games. Some sets and clocks available; bring your own if possible.
3�5 p.m., Wendy�s, 1640 Commerce Park, Chelsea. Free. 475�1583., Chelsea.

3-7 p.m.

Ypsilanti Depot Town Crafters Market: Ypsilanti Depot Town Crafters Market.

Saturday�s Starting July thru Oct. 30

Hours: 3:00 pm�7:00 pm

Local Crafter�s with handmade items

Children�s activities, Free balloons for kids, Avon indp.rep., antiques, Wildtree organic foods rep. , baked goods, etc. And you can even get a massage!!

Yard Sale event�1st Saturday of every month.

Antiques & Collectable dealers/individuals event 2nd & 4th Saturdays of every month.

Location: Market Plaza in Ypsilanti�s Depot Town between Forest & Cross Streets

We are currently looking for antiques, crafters and food vendors. Also people for the yard sale events and local musicians.

For info and applications send email to: ypsicraftersmarket@yahoo.com
Market Plaza in Ypsilanti�s Depot Town between Forest & Cross Streets, 100 Market Place, Ypsilanti. Free. 734-481-0092. ypsicraftersmarket@yahoo.com [map]

3 & 8 p.m.

�Boeing-Boeing�: Purple Rose Theatre Company.

Every Wed.-Sun., June 17-Aug. 28. Nathan Mitchell directs local actors in Beverley Cross�s adaptation of Marc Camoletti�s French farce about a Parisian lothario juggling 3 fianc�es, each a flight attendant with frequent layovers in Paris. Unexpected schedule changes bring all 3 to his apartment at the same time. Stars Stacie Hadgikosti, Michelle Mountain, Rhiannon Ragland, John Seibert, Charlyn Swarthout, and Jeff Thomakos.
8 p.m., Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. June 17-24 preview tickets: $20 (Wed. & Thurs.) & 25 (Fri.-Sun.). After June 24: $25 (Wed., & Thurs.), $33 (Sat. & Sun. matinees), & $38 (Fri. & Sat. eves.) in advance and at the door. 433�7673.

4-6 p.m.

Cirque Amongus: Chelsea District Library.

This Livonia-based troupe presents a 40-minute program of juggling, magic, acrobatics, and other circus arts, including audience participation. Following the show, audience members can try juggling, the trapeze, walking on stilts, and more.
4-6 p.m., CDL, 221 S. Main, Chelsea. Free. Preregistration required. 475�8732., Chelsea.

4-11 p.m.

German Park Picnic.

Old-fashioned German dinner served a la carte (approximately $5-$7) with wine, beer, pop, and coffee for sale. Dancing to German and American music by The Sorgenbrechers.
4-11 p.m., German Park, 5548 Pontiac Trail (7 miles north of Ann Arbor; look for the banners and signs marking the entrance). $5 (children 12 & under, free). No one under 21 admitted without parent or legal guardian. 769-0048 (weekdays).

4-6 p.m.

LezRead Book Club.

All lesbians invited to discuss Stone Butch Blues, Leslie Feinberg�s novel set in the late 1960s about a transgender woman who embraces butch identity and passes as a man but can�t overcome the emotional complications of a complete sex change.
4-6 p.m., WRAP Resource Center, 319 Braun Ct. Free. 663-0036.

4-6 p.m.

�Sounds and Sights on Thursday Nights�: Chelsea Retail Advisory Council.

Every Thurs. (June 17-Aug. 26) and July 30 & 31. Musical entertainment on stages downtown, as well as activities for kids. Also, an art market, food vendors, and carriage rides. Today: Disney songs by Cinderella, rockabilly by the Danny James Band, the acoustic duo Marco & Clare, the jazz ensemble The Koala Tees, the Michigan bluegrass sextet The Grasskickers, the Howell rock quintet Scenic Route, the local Americana rock band The Afternoon Round, and Tree of Life Dancing & Drumming Society.
4-6 p.m., downtown Chelsea. Free (fee for carriage ride). 475-1145.

5 p.m.

Warhammer 40K Tournament: Get Your Game On.

Every Wed. & Sat. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular tactical miniatures board game.
5 p.m., Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. $5. 786-3746.

7-8 p.m.

�Saturday Splash�: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation.

Every Sat. A variety of water activities for kids ages 6-12. Includes water-balloon contests, water baseball, raft races, a hula-hoop relay, and more.
7-8 p.m., Veterans Park Pool, 2150 Jackson Rd. $4 (youths age 17 & under and seniors age 60 & older, $3.50). 794-6235.

7:15-9 p.m.

DJ Night: Arctic Coliseum.

Ice skating under laser lighting to requested songs played by a DJ.
7:15-9 p.m., Arctic Coliseum, 501 Coliseum Dr. (off Manchester Rd., between M-52 and Old US-12), Chelsea. $8 includes skate rental. 433�2244., Chelsea.

7:59 p.m.

Ben Jansson Quartet: Kerrytown Concert House.

This jazz ensemble, led by Ann Arbor-bred saxophonist and recent U-M grad Jansson, performs a program highlighted by Jansson�s compositions that lend contemporary harmonic and rhythmic structures to a traditional jazz quartet setting. Members include pianist Steve Richko, bassist Miles Brown, and drummer George Davidson.
7:59 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. $15-$30 (students, $5). Reservations recommended. 769-2999.

8 p.m.

Harry Manx: The Ark.

A native of the Isle of Man who now lives in British Columbia, Manx is a veteran singer-songwriter and slide guitarist whose story songs blend a blues idiom with the forms of Indian ragas. Manx, who studied and toured with the celebrated sitarist V. M. Bhatt, also plays the Mohan veena, a sitar/guitar hybrid Bhatt developed. �If one were to think of blues in terms of the earth and Indian music as air, in Harry�s music you find the meeting place between the two elements. It doesn't sound like it should work,� says Blogcritics writer Richard Marcus in his review of Manx�s 2008 CD, Live at the Glenn Gould Studio. �In fact, it sounds like the worst sort of New Age nonsense when you only read about it, but listening to how he manages to get the two sounds working together you can�t help but feel he�s created something special.�
8 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main. $20 in advance at Herb David Guitar Studio, the Michigan Union Ticket Office, & all other Ticketmaster outlets; and at the door. To charge by phone, call 763-TKTS.

8-11 p.m.

International Folk Dancing.

Balkan and Israeli dancing to recorded music. The program begins with a lesson.
8-11 p.m., the barn at Gretchen�s House V, 2625 Traver. $3-$5 (students, $1-$3) donation. 995-0011.

8-10 p.m.

Lisa Pappas & Home on the Hill: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth Cafe 704 Coffeehouse.

Twangy alt-country and pop-folk by a trio led by local singer-songwriter Pappas, who tonight showcases songs from ger CD Harvest of Life and her forthcoming No Goin� Back. With guitarist Michael Weiss and bassist Ed Saunders. Opening act is Rock, Paper, Scissors, a local alt-country duo.
8-10 p.m., Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth, 704 Airport Blvd. $8 ($15 for 2) suggested donation. 327-0270.

8 & 10:30 p.m.

Maggie Faris: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.

July 30 & 31.. Local debut of this acclaimed St. Paul comic, named one of the �Funniest Lesbians in America� by Curve magazine, who�s known for her ceaselessly cheerful persona and her smart, quirky dissections of social barriers and fears. Preceded by 2 opening acts. Alcohol is served.
8 & 10:30 p.m., 314 E. Liberty, (below Seva restaurant). $10 reserved seating in advance, $12 general admission at the door. 996-9080.

8 p.m.

�The Spring Awakening Project�: The New Theatre Project.

Every Fri.-Mon., July 16-Aug. 2. NTP artistic director Keith Paul Medelis directs this new local company in NTP playwright-in-residence Jason Sebacher�s collaborative adaptation of Spring Awakening, Frank Wedekind�s 1891 drama about a group of German adolescents whose sexual awakening is warped and thwarted by bourgeois adult society. One of the seminal works of modern theater, Wedekind�s play was banned as pornographic and not produced in full until the 1960s. The NTP adaptation supplements Wedekind�s text and plot with original elements designed to imbue his themes with a contemporary edge. Cast: Matt Andersen, Mandee Forrester, Amanda Lyn Jungquist, Caleb Kruzel.
8 p.m., Pot & Box, 220 Felch. $15 (students & seniors, $10) in advance at tickets@thenewtheatreproject.com and at the door. (810) 623-0909.

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