JAN
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Every Mon., Sept. 10-Dec. 10. and Jan. 28-May 6. All invited to join this independent 30-member local women’s chorus to sing everything from Bach and Hungarian folk songs to madrigals and pop tunes. David Perample directs. 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., West Side United Methodist Church, 900 S. Seventh. Free to visitors ($115 per semester dues for those who join). 665-9271. [map]
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Please check the OLLI web site for full class descriptions, and note different class starting times.***"Monday Art", Mondays, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Continuing class starts January 28 for new participants thru August 26.Instructor: Barbara AndersonJewish Community Center, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr.$35.Paint, draw, collage; new or experienced.***"A Look at How Life Will Change". Mondays, 1:00 p.m.– 3:00 p.m. January 28 - March 18. Instructor: Gerry LapidusLocation: Turner Senior Resource Center. $40Read and discuss “Physics of the Future”, by Michio Kaku, a physicist who explains in simple terms how new technologies will affect our lives.***"Finding Your Voice: A Poetry Workshop", Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. January 28 - March 4.Instructor: Michelle Regalado DeatrickLocation: Turner Senior Resource Center. $35 Read, write and discuss poetry and engage in lively conversations. Poetic form and technique (line break, imagery, sound, and more). Class writing exercises and critiques of poems. See class descriptions for locations. $35-$40. 734-998-9351. germedoll@med.umich.edu www.olli-umich.org
Every Mon., Wed., & Fri. through Dec. 21. and beginning Jan. 2. All levels of English speakers invited for conversation. 1-2:30 p.m., AADL Pittsfield Branch (Mon.), 2359 Oak Valley Dr. between Scio Church Rd. and Ann Arbor-Saline Rd.; 7-8:30 p.m., AADL Traverwood Branch (Wed.), 3333 Traverwood at Huron Pkwy; & 1-2:30 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek Branch (Fri.), 3090 E. Eisenhower between Stone School & Packard. Free. 327-4555. [map]
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra volunteers display and discuss a variety of orchestral instruments for youth age 6-11, who are invited to examine, to touch, and to try to play them. 4-5 p.m., CDL McKune Room, 221 S. Main, Chelsea. Free. Preregistration required. 475–8732. [map]
A reception and book signing will follow the discussion. The City After Abandonment will be available for purchase at the event for $45 with cash or a check to the University of Michigan.Presenters:Margaret Dewar, Professor, Urban and Regional Planning, University of MichiganJune Manning Thomas, Centennial Professor, Urban and Regional Planning, University of MichiganCommentator:John Gallagher, Author, Writer, Detroit Free PressMany American cities, especially those in the Northeast and Midwest, have lost jobs and population for decades. Nevertheless, most city leaders pursue growth whether through tax incentives or stadiums and casinos, and most neighborhood activists envision redeveloped and rebuilt communities. But do alternatives exist? The panelists will discuss the City After Abandonment's findings and what these suggest about the future for better, though smaller, cities. Betty Ford Classroom, 1110 Joan and Sanford Weill Hall, 735 South State Street. Free. fischerb@umich.edu. fischerb@umich.edu http://closup.umich.edu/files/CityAbandonmentPoster.pdf [map]
(James Ponsoldt, 2012). Comedic drama about 2 alcoholics whose marriage is put to the test when the wife decides to get sober. Michigan Theater. Tickets (unless otherwise noted): $10 (children under 12, students with ID, seniors age 55 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8; MTF members, $7.50; films before 6 p.m., $7). 668-TIME. [map]
(Dustin Hoffman, 2012). Comedic drama about a home for retired opera singers where the arrival of one of the residents’ former wife disrupts their annual concert celebrating Verdi’s birthday. Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Bill Connolly. Michigan Theater. Tickets: $10 (children under 12, students with ID, seniors age 55 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8; MTF members, $7.50; films before 6 p.m., $7). 668-TIME. [map]
Weekly indoor winter (January-March) training sessions for high school aged and YOUNGER field hockey athletes. All skill levels welcome, even first timers. For more details check our website www.ferdelanchc.com U of M Sport Coliseum, 721 S. Fifth St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. $38 per session ($35 per session, if you register for all 10). maren.langford@me.com. maren.langford@me.com www.ferdelancehc.com [map]
Open auditions for kids ages 7 years old through high school will take place from 2:30-6:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 27 at the Saline Middle School Auditorium, 7190 N. Maple Rd. Saline. Auditions for adults will take place on Monday, January 28 at 7:00 or Tuesday, January 29 at 7:00 p.m at the same location. Callbacks, if needed, will be Thursday, January 31 at 7:00 at Liberty School Auditorium. Rehearsals will typically take place 6:30-9:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings, with an occasional Friday or Wednesday rehearsal. Rehearsals will begin February 11. The show will be performed at Saline High School April 19-21.Full audition information and character descriptions are listed on the website: www.salineareaplayers.org. Questions about auditions should be directed to the director, Tami Hindes at 517-902-9960 or tabi34@yahoo.com Saline Middle School Auditorium, 7190 N. Maple Rd., Saline. 517-902-9960. tabi34@yahoo.com www.salineareaplayers.org [map]
An ensemble of DSO musicians perform a program of Beethoven chamber music and discuss the upcoming DSO concert showcasing all 9 Beethoven symphonies. 7 p.m., FUMC, 120 S. State. Free. Space limited; tickets (available beginning Jan. 2 at dso.org) required. 662-4536, ext. 0. [map]
Amaros are Italian bittersweet herbal liqueurs, and they're really intriguing, both on their own and in cocktails. We'll be exploring several different kinds, including Campari, Averna, Cynar and Fernet Branca. Classes are hands-on, with lots of tasting opportunities. The Last Word, 301 W Huron St. $35 in advance, $45 at the door. 734-276-3215. tammylc@tammystastings.com http://www.tammystastings.com/shop [map]
Every Mon. Jigs, reels, and strathspeys. Usually with live music. All dances taught; dances this month are particularly beginner-friendly. 7:30-9:30 p.m., the Barn at Gretchen’s House V, 2625 Traver. $5. 395-7782, 769-1052, 426-0241. [map]
Every Mon. except Dec. 24. Local high school English teacher Barry Aherne throws out questions for anyone to answer at this popular weekly trivia fest. Prizes. 8:30-11:30 p.m., Conor O'Neill's, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee. 665-2968. [map]
Jan. 25-28 (different locations). Four fiery days of tango dances with recorded music spun by a DJ. Also, tango workshops during the day. Note: schedule is tentative. Tonight: dance party at the Pittsfield Grange. 8:30-11:30 p.m., Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. $15 (students, $10). umich.edu/~umtango. [map]
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