May 24, 2013
Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies
From singing groups to card clubs, bird watching, and amateur radio, there's plenty to do every week. The Calendar is the most complete listing of events in and around Ann Arbor.
Monday
June 2012
10 a.m.-noon
Monday Club: Ann Arbor Salvation Army.
Every Mon. Drop-in social group for seniors age 55 & over. Every meeting includes a speaker, word game, craft, or activity. Also, Bible study and chair exercises. Followed by lunch (bring a bag lunch) and socializing.
10 a.m.-noon, Salvation Army, 100 Arbana. Free. 668-8353. [map
ACBL Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Every Mon., Wed., & Thurs. All seniors age 55 & over invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner.
12:30 p.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $7 (members, $6). 794-6250. [map
12:30-4:30 p.m.
Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Resource Center.
Every Mon. & Fri. All seniors invited to play bridge. Refreshments.
12:30-4:30 p.m., Turner, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. 998-9353. [map
12:45 p.m.
Movie Matinee: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Every Mon. except Sept. 5. Screening of a film TBA. Lunch available ($2.50), 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
12:45 p.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. Free. 794-6520. [map
1-2:30 p.m.
ESL Conversation Group: Ann Arbor District Library.
Every Mon., Wed., & Fri. except May 28. 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
1-3 p.m.
Writing Group: U-M Turner Senior Resource Center.
Every Mon. except Dec. 26. & Jan. 2. All seniors invited to read and discuss the poetry, essays, reminiscences, and fiction they have written.
1-3 p.m., Turner, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. 998-9353. [map
Heidelberg Charity Poker Room.
Daily. Texas hold ’em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, hold ’em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week.
5 p.m.-2 a.m., Heidelberg (3rd floor), 215 N. Main. $10-$500 buy-in to play poker, $2-$20 per-hand blackjack, $40 buy-in for hold ’em tournaments. 834-2237. [map
On May 21, 2011, jashu wrote:
great place to relax and enjoy the games of chance. I would recommend to all....
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Large Ensemble Meeting: Ann Arbor Recorder Society.
All beginning and advanced players of the recorder and other early instruments invited. Directed by local organist Tim Tikker. Music provided; bring your own music stand.
7:30-9:30 p.m., St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 306 N. Division. Free to visitors ($35 annual dues). 274-9463.
Pub Quiz: Conor O'Neill's Irish Pub.
Every Mon. Local high school English teacher Geoff Cost 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
Tuesday
June 2012
4:30-8 p.m.
“Dungeons & Dragons”: Chelsea District Library.
Every Tues. & Thurs., except Nov. 24. All teens and adults invited to play this popular role-playing game.
4:30-8 p.m., CDL, 221 S. Main, Chelsea. Free. 475–8732. [map
4:30-5:30 p.m.
“Transit of Venus”: Ann Arbor District Library.
Talk by University Lowbrow Astronomers, followed by a trek to Leslie Park to watch this rare event—it has happened only 7 times since the invention of the telescope—when the planet Venus is visible as a black dot moving across the face of the sun. Safe solar glasses provided. The transit begins at 6:04 p.m. and lasts until sunset. If the Sun is not visible due to clouds or inclement weather, a live Internet feed of the Transit is projected at the Traverwood Branch.
4:30-5:30 p.m., AADL Traverwood Branch, 3333 Traverwood at Huron Pkwy. Free. 327-4555. [map
5-8 p.m.
2011 Cruise Nights: Chelsea Classic Cruisers.
June 5 & 19, July 3 & 17, Aug. 7 & 21, Sept. 4 & 18. All invited to bring their classic and vintage autos to display. Biweekly awards chosen by the participants. Also, a different game or fun event each night.
5-8 p.m., Wendy’s parking lot, Brown Dr. at Commerce Park (west of M-52), Chelsea. Free. 649-1106.
Heidelberg Charity Poker Room.
Daily. Texas hold ’em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, hold ’em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week.
5 p.m.-2 a.m., Heidelberg (3rd floor), 215 N. Main. $10-$500 buy-in to play poker, $2-$20 per-hand blackjack, $40 buy-in for hold ’em tournaments. 834-2237. [map
On May 21, 2011, jashu wrote:
great place to relax and enjoy the games of chance. I would recommend to all....
Euchre: Tri-County Sportsman’s League.
All invited to play.
6 p.m., TCSL, 8640 Moon (between E. Michigan Ave. & Willis Rd.), Saline. Minimal charge TBA. 429-9561. [map
Magic: The Gathering Tournament: Get Your Game On.
Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun. & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards (except Fri.).
6 p.m. (Tues.-Fri.) & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. $5 (Tues., free; Fri., $15 includes cards). 786-3746. [map
6 p.m.
Pay Per Click Club June ThinkTank: Search Ad Marketing.
Build Your Business with Email Marketing. Eastern Michigan University - Livonia, 38777 Six Mile Road, Suite 410/411, Saline. Free. 734-620-8242. meaghan@searchwithsam.com http://conta.cc/P2C2June2012 [map
7:30 p.m.
Ann Arbor Camera Club.
Club members show their traditional and digital slides on various topics, including the monthly assignment “Animals.”
7:30 p.m., Wines Elementary School auditorium, 1701 Newport Rd. Free. annarborcameraclub.org . 327-4781. [map
Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
Every Tues. All male singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local barbershop harmony chorus.
7:30 p.m., Stony Creek United Methodist Church, 8635 Stony Creek Rd., Ypsilanti. Free to visitors ($130 annual dues for those who join). Newcomers should call in advance: Greg Humbel at 445-1925. [map
7:30 p.m.
Spanish Readers Group: Nicola’s Books.
All invited to join a discussion, in Spanish, of the 2nd half of El Viajero del Siglo, 7:30 p.m., Nicola’s, 2513 Jackson, Westgate shopping center. Free. 662-0600. [map
Wednesday
June 2012
Noon-12:30 p.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.
Noon-12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30-11 a.m. (Sat.), Kerrytown Market & Shops. Free. 369-3107. [map
ACBL Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Every Mon., Wed., & Thurs. All seniors age 55 & over invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner.
12:30 p.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $7 (members, $6). 794-6250. [map
1-4 p.m.
Chess: U-M Turner Senior Resource Center.
Every Wed. except July 4. All seniors invited to play chess. Refreshments.
1-4 p.m., Turner, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. 998-9353. [map
Heidelberg Charity Poker Room.
Daily. Texas hold ’em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, hold ’em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week.
5 p.m.-2 a.m., Heidelberg (3rd floor), 215 N. Main. $10-$500 buy-in to play poker, $2-$20 per-hand blackjack, $40 buy-in for hold ’em tournaments. 834-2237. [map
On May 21, 2011, jashu wrote:
great place to relax and enjoy the games of chance. I would recommend to all....
5-8 p.m.
Scrabble: Ann Arbor Scrabblers.
Every Wed. All invited to play this popular word game. Bring a set, if you have one.
5-8 p.m., Arbor Brewing, 114 E. Washington. Free. 994-0084. [map
Magic: The Gathering Tournament: Get Your Game On.
Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun. & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards (except Fri.).
6 p.m. (Tues.-Fri.) & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. $5 (Tues., free; Fri., $15 includes cards). 786-3746. [map
6-8 p.m.
Saline Woodcarvers.
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. [map
Ann Arbor Bridge Club.
Every Wed. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. If you plan to come without a partner, call in advance or arrive 20 minutes early.
7-11 p.m., Walden Hills clubhouse, 2114 Pauline at Maple. (Park on the north side of Pauline.) $6 per person. 623-8050. [map
7-8:30 p.m.
ESL Conversation Group: Ann Arbor District Library.
Every Mon., Wed., & Fri. except May 28. 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
7:30-10 p.m.
Visitors Night: Ann Arbor Model Railroad Club.
All invited to check out the trains whizzing around on the club’s big, elaborate layout, housed in a depot restored by the club.
7:30–10 p.m., Michigan Central depot, 3487 Broad, Dexter. Free. 426–5100. [map
"Juke Box Jungle": Conor O'Neill's Irish Pub.
Every Wed. Conor O'Neill's staff member Brian Aherne hosts a music trivia quiz. Prizes.
9-11:30 p.m., Conor O'Neill's, 318 S. Main. $3 team fee. 665-2968. [map
Thursday
June 2012
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Older Adults Thursday: Jewish Community Center.
Every Thurs. Activities, primarily for seniors, begin at 10 a.m. with “Energy Exercise” ($4), a 60-minute exercise program led by Maria Farquhar. An 11 a.m. Current Events discussion group led by Heather Dombey is followed at noon by a homemade dairy lunch ($3) and at 1 p.m. by a cultural or educational program. May 10: WCC journalism professor Dave Waskin on “Journalism and Writing.” May 17: All invited to help make Kiddush cups for the JCC Early Childhood Center classrooms. Supplies provided. May 24: U-M community nursing students discuss “Living with Chronic Pain.” May 31: Performance by the Hebrew Day School Klez Kids klezmer band. June 7: TBA.June 14: TBA.June 21: TBA.June 28: TBA.July 5: TBA.July 12: TBA.July 19: TBA.July 26: TBA.10 a.m.-3 p.m., JCC, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. (off Stone School Rd. south of Packard). Free (except as noted). 971-0990. [map
Social Mah-Jongg: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Every Thurs. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play this intricate game played with colorful tiles.
10 a.m.-noon, Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $2 (members, free). 794-6250. [map
Noon-1:30 p.m.
“When Bad Things Happen to Good People”: Temple Beth Emeth Spirituality Book Club.
June 7 & 12. All invited to discuss Harold Kushner’s popular 1983 book.
Noon-1:30 p.m. (June 7) & 7:30-9 p.m. (June 12), TBE, 2309 Packard. Free. cantorannie@gmail.com , 665-4744. [map
ACBL Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.
Every Mon., Wed., & Thurs. All seniors age 55 & over invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner.
12:30 p.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $7 (members, $6). 794-6250. [map
12:30 p.m.
New Toastmasters Club Meeting: Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living Toastmasters.
Ann Arbor CIL Toastmasters meetings provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every individual member has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth.Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living, 3941 Research Park Drive. Free. 734 612-9887. jim.egerdal@comcast.net http://aacil.toastmastersclubs.org/ [map
4:30-8 p.m.
“Dungeons & Dragons”: Chelsea District Library.
Every Tues. & Thurs., except Nov. 24. All teens and adults invited to play this popular role-playing game.
4:30-8 p.m., CDL, 221 S. Main, Chelsea. Free. 475–8732. [map
Heidelberg Charity Poker Room.
Daily. Texas hold ’em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, hold ’em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week.
5 p.m.-2 a.m., Heidelberg (3rd floor), 215 N. Main. $10-$500 buy-in to play poker, $2-$20 per-hand blackjack, $40 buy-in for hold ’em tournaments. 834-2237. [map
On May 21, 2011, jashu wrote:
great place to relax and enjoy the games of chance. I would recommend to all....
Magic: The Gathering Tournament: Get Your Game On.
Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun. & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards (except Fri.).
6 p.m. (Tues.-Fri.) & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. $5 (Tues., free; Fri., $15 includes cards). 786-3746. [map
ACBL Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.
Every Thurs. except Nov. 24. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. No partner required.
7 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $5. 761-6691. [map
7 p.m.-midnight
Ann Arbor Go Club.
Every Sun. & Thurs. Players of all skill levels invited to play what’s regarded as the world’s most difficult board game. No partner necessary. Boards and stones provided.
1-6 p.m. (Sun.) & 7 p.m.-midnight (Thurs.), Espresso Royale, 322 S. State. Free. 417-5547. [map
Euchre Night: Out Loud Chorus Fund-Raiser.
All invited to compete in a euchre tournament. No partner necessary; cash prizes for overall winner and loser.
7 p.m., CUBS’ AC in Colonial Lanes, 1950 South Industrial. $10. 973-6084, 663-0036. [map
Toastmasters International GLBTQ Friendly Meeting: SpeakOUT!.
GLBT friendly Toastmaster meeting in Ann Arbor! If you have been wanting to improve your communication and leadership skills, a Toastmasters meeting is the place to go. Toastmasters dedicated to improving the speaking, listening and leadership skills of its members. Members gain experience, skill, and confidence using an organized growth program in an encouraging environment. Guests are always welcome. Meetings are the first Thursday of the month from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Jim Toy Community Center, 319 Braun Court. $2 donation.. tmi@keystonemedia.net [map
Friday
June 2012
Noon-12:30 p.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.
Noon-12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30-11 a.m. (Sat.), Kerrytown Market & Shops. Free. 369-3107. [map
12:30-4:30 p.m.
Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Resource Center.
Every Mon. & Fri. All seniors invited to play bridge. Refreshments.
12:30-4:30 p.m., Turner, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. 998-9353. [map
1-2:30 p.m.
ESL Conversation Group: Ann Arbor District Library.
Every Mon., Wed., & Fri. except May 28. 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
Heidelberg Charity Poker Room.
Daily. Texas hold ’em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, hold ’em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week.
5 p.m.-2 a.m., Heidelberg (3rd floor), 215 N. Main. $10-$500 buy-in to play poker, $2-$20 per-hand blackjack, $40 buy-in for hold ’em tournaments. 834-2237. [map
On May 21, 2011, jashu wrote:
great place to relax and enjoy the games of chance. I would recommend to all....
Magic: The Gathering Tournament: Get Your Game On.
Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun. & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards (except Fri.).
6 p.m. (Tues.-Fri.) & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. $5 (Tues., free; Fri., $15 includes cards). 786-3746. [map
Monthly Dinner: Saline Singles.
We're a group of single men and women who meet on the second Friday of each month for dinner at a local restaurant -- just to enjoy time with old friends, and to meet new ones. You may arrive as a stranger, but you’ll leave with lots of new friends! On June 8 join us at Ruby Tuesday's in Saline for a relaxing dinner out on the patio and friendly conversation. Invite and bring your single friends!
Ruby Tuesday's, 1375 E. Michigan Ave., Saline. The cost of your own dinner. 734-769-5210. info@salinesingles.com www.SalineSingles.com [map
7:30 p.m.
Older Lesbians Organizing.
All lesbians invited to join a discussion of embarrassing moments.
7:30 p.m., Jim Toy Community Center, 319 Braun Ct. Free. 995-9867. [map
10 p.m.-midnight
Angell Hall Observatory Open House: U-M Student Astronomical Society.
All invited to peer through the telescopes in the observatory and on the Angell Hall roof and to view shows in the planetarium. Also, short astronomy presentations by club members.
10 p.m.-midnight, 5th floor rooftop observatory, Angell Hall (enter through Haven Hall on the Diag side of the building). Free. 764-3440. [map
Saturday
June 2012
Bridge Tournament: Chelsea Senior Center.
All 2-player teams play 48 hands of bridge; bring your own partner. Prizes.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., CSC, 512 Washington, Chelsea. $45 includes continental breakfast & lunch. Preregistration required.475–9242. [map
10:30-11 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.
Noon-12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30-11 a.m. (Sat.), Kerrytown Market & Shops. Free. 369-3107. [map
Horseshoe Tournaments: Dexter Ringers.
All invited to bring a partner to pitch in multiple-bracket double-elimination tournaments.
1 p.m., First Street Park, 3700 Edison, Dexter. $5 per player (spectators free). 426-4765. [map
1-4 p.m.
“Scientific Illustration”: Ann Arbor District Library.
A U-M scientific illustrator presents a hands-on introduction to his craft. Participants practice on specimens from the U-M Natural History Museum. Drawing supplies provided. For adults and teens in grade 9 & up.
1-4 p.m., AADL multipurpose room (lower level), 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327-8301. [map
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.
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. [map
Heidelberg Charity Poker Room.
Daily. Texas hold ’em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, hold ’em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week.
5 p.m.-2 a.m., Heidelberg (3rd floor), 215 N. Main. $10-$500 buy-in to play poker, $2-$20 per-hand blackjack, $40 buy-in for hold ’em tournaments. 834-2237. [map
On May 21, 2011, jashu wrote:
great place to relax and enjoy the games of chance. I would recommend to all....
Sunday
June 2012
“Bowling Pin Shoot”: Tri-County Sportsman’s League.
All invited to shoot handguns at bowling pins. Bring your own gun and ammunition. TCSL also sponsors military rifle shoots ($15, 10 a.m.-noon) on June 16, July 21, & Aug. 18.
Noon-5 p.m., TCSL, 8640 Moon (between E. Michigan & Willis Rd.), Saline. $5 per 20-shot round. 429-9561. [map
1-6 p.m.
Ann Arbor Go Club.
Every Sun. & Thurs. Players of all skill levels invited to play what’s regarded as the world’s most difficult board game. No partner necessary. Boards and stones provided.
1-6 p.m. (Sun.) & 7 p.m.-midnight (Thurs.), Espresso Royale, 322 S. State. Free. 417-5547. [map
Magic: The Gathering Tournament: Get Your Game On.
Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun. & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards (except Fri.).
6 p.m. (Tues.-Fri.) & 1 p.m. (Sun.), Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. $5 (Tues., free; Fri., $15 includes cards). 786-3746. [map
2-5 p.m.
Shape Note Singing: Ann Arbor Sacred Harp.
All invited to join an afternoon of shape note, or sacred harp, singing, a form of communal hymn singing that has its roots in colonial America. Songbooks available, but singers encouraged to bring their own.
2-5 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main. Free, but donations accepted for music scholarships. 678-7549, 761-1451. [map
3 p.m.
Pokemon League: Get Your Game On.
Every Sun. All invited to play this popular card game and trade cards with other players.
3 p.m., Get Your Game On, 310 S. State. Free. 786-3746. [map
4:30-7 p.m.
“Candy Everybody Wants”: Rainbow Book Club.
All invited to join a discussion of Josh Kilmer-Purcell’s novel about a young gay wannabe TV star who sets off on a rollicking (and ultimately disappointing) quest for fame in AIDS-rattled 1980s New York and L.A.
4:30-7 p.m., Jim Toy Community Center, 325 Braun Ct. Free. 763-4168. [map
Heidelberg Charity Poker Room.
Daily. Texas hold ’em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, hold ’em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week.
5 p.m.-2 a.m., Heidelberg (3rd floor), 215 N. Main. $10-$500 buy-in to play poker, $2-$20 per-hand blackjack, $40 buy-in for hold ’em tournaments. 834-2237. [map
On May 21, 2011, jashu wrote:
great place to relax and enjoy the games of chance. I would recommend to all....
6-8 p.m.
Ann Arbor Morris.
Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance based on the 15th-century Spanish moresca. Wear athletic shoes.
6-8 p.m., outside Burton Tower. Free. Email a2morris@umich.edu to confirm. 747-8138.
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