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Calendar of Events

Thursday, July 23, 2009

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Thursday Lunch Bunch: Jewish Community Center.

Every Thurs. (different programs). A weekly program of activities primarily for seniors. The program begins 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 with reservation, $4 without reservation and for nonseniors) and at 1 p.m. by a cultural or educational program. Today: a Trip ($5 with reservations) to the U-M Museum of Art. JCC, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. (off Stone School Rd. south of Packard). Free. 971-0990.

11 a.m.

Waterloo Recreation Area.

Every Wed.-Sat. Programs presented by WRA park interpreter Kathy Kavanagh unless otherwise noted. Today's topic: "Michigan Mammals." Eddy Discovery Center, Bush Rd. (west from Pierce Rd. off I-94 exit 157), Chelsea. Free. $6 vehicle entry fee. 475-3170.

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

"Bank of Ann Arbor Sonic Lunch": Ann Arbor Chamber of Commerce

. Every Thurs. except July 16. Musical entertainment by local performers. Today: Tumbao Bravo, a Cuban jazz quintet led by local saxophonist and flutist Paul VornHagen and percussionist Alberto Nacif. Liberty Plaza, E. Liberty at S. Division. Free. 214-0109.

Noon.

Gifts of Art: U-M Hospitals.

Every Thurs. Performances by area and guest artists. Today: Celtic folk music by Cairn to Cairn. U-M Hospital lobby, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr. (off Fuller). Free. 936-ARTS.

Noon-4 p.m.

ACBL Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center.

Every Wed. & Thurs. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner. Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $5. 769-5911.

Noon-1 p.m.

"Lunch & Learn": U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum.

July 9, 16, 23, & 30. MBGNA staff give talks and/or lead tours at Matthaei and the Arb. Bring a bag lunch. Today: Adrienne O'Brien leads a "Matthaei Bug Walk." Matthaei, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free. 647-7600.

"Drumming Motion": Ann Arbor District Library.

Local percussionist Aron Kaufman presents "Let`s Ride the Rhythm Train," an exploration of creating rhythms using voices, movement, and instruments for kids in grades K-3, and "Blast Off in Space: Exploring New Worlds in Rhythm," an introduction to unusual percussion meters for kids in grades 4-8. 10-10:45 a.m. (grades K-3) & 1-2 p.m. (grades 4-8), AADL Malletts Creek Branch, 3090 E. Eisenhower (between Stone School & Packard). Free. 327-8301.

12:30 p.m.

U-M Exhibit Museum Planetarium.

Daily (except July 4). Four different audiovisual planetarium shows. The Sky Tonight (1:30 & 3:30 p.m. daily) is an exploration of the current night sky. The Zula Patrol (12:30 p.m. weekdays) is an animated exploration of weather, both terrestrial and interplanetary. MarsQuest (2:30 p.m. weekdays and 12:30 p.m. Sat.), narrated by Star Trek star Patrick Stewart, is about the history of the Red Planet and the reasons for our interest in it. Followed by a brief update on current issues about Mars. Origins of Life (2:30 p.m. Sat. only) is an audiovisual show about the prebiotic chemistry of the Universe after the Big Bang, the formation of the stars and solar systems, the first life on Earth, the great extinctions, and the search for extraterrestrial life. U-M Exhibit Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. $4.75. 764-0478.

1-3 p.m.

Art Demos: Hollander's

Artists in residence Alvey Jones and Barbara Brown and WSG Gallery artists demonstrate their work, including paste paper techniques, bookbinding, silver leafing, and collograph printing. Hollander’s, Kerrytown. Free. 741-7531.

2-2:45 p.m.

"Truck Stuck": Ann Arbor District Library.

Chicago writer Sallie Wolf reads from and answers questions about her new kids book about a red truck that gets stuck under a bridge. For kids ages 2-5. AADL Pittsfield Branch, 2359 Oak Valley Dr. between Scio Church Rd. and Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 327-4200.

5 p.m.

Warhammer/Warmachine Open Play: Get Your Game On.

Every Tues., Thurs., & Sat. All invited to play these 2 tactical miniatures board games. Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. Free. 786-3746.

5-7 p.m.

"Thursday Night Rush Hour Relief": Cranbrook Whole Foods Market.

Every Thurs. Whole Foods staffers discuss wine. Also, tastings and small plates of food. Today's topic: "Sangria & Other Wine Cocktails." Whole Foods Wine Bar, 990 W. Eisenhower Pkwy., Cranbrook Village shopping center. $17. 997-7507.

5 p.m.

"Treasures Rediscovered: Chinese Stone Sculpture": U-M Museum of Art.

UMMA Asian art research curator Natsu Oyobe discusses the current exhibit. UMMA, 525 S. State. Free. 764-0395.

5-8 p.m.

"Trunk-a-Palooza": Kerrytown District Association.

Every Thurs. (except July 16), July 2-Sept. 10. Weekly garage sale where folks sell everything from china to cowboy hats out of their car trunks. Farmers' Market, between Fourth Ave. and Detroit St. Free admission. Vendors: preregister for $20 at glbtbooks.com/trunkapalooza.htm.277-2908.

5:30 p.m.

"ABCs of Seafood": Cranbrook Whole Foods Market.

Lecture-demo by a Whole Foods staffer. Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Pkwy., Cranbrook Village shopping center. Free. Preregistration required. 997-7507.

6 p.m.

Board Game Night: Get Your Game On.

Every Thurs. & Sat. All invited to bring a favorite board game or play one of the store's. Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. Free. 786-3746.

6 p.m.

Magic: The Gathering Tournament: Get Your Game On.

Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. and July 11, 12, 16, 29, & 20 (different programs). All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using a standard constructed deck. Bring your own cards. Get Your Game On, 709 Packard. $5. 786-3746.

6:30 p.m.

Storytime: Waters Place Borders.

Every Wed.-Fri. Borders staff read from books for infants, babies, and toddlers. Borders, 3140 Lohr Rd. Free. 997-8884.

6:30-8:30 p.m.

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

Every Thurs., June 25-Sept. 3. Musical entertainment on stages downtown, as well as activities for kids. Also, an art market, food vendors, and carriage rides. Weekly schedules available at chelseafestivals.com. downtown Chelsea. Free (fee for carriage ride). 475-1145

6:45 p.m.

"Thursday Evening Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Thurs. Fast/moderate-paced 25-mile ride around northeast Ann Arbor that includes some good chances to improve your climbing skills. Other Thurs. rides: "Frank Lloyd Wright Ride" (7 p.m., meet at 2722 Georgetown Blvd. north off Plymouth Rd., 995-5017, 663-5060), a slow-paced 15-mile ride on mountain or wide-tired road bikes over the lightly traveled, hard dirt roads behind Domino's Farms. meet at the Fuller Pool parking lot, Fuller Rd. Free. 996-9122.

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. Espresso Royale, 322 S. State. Free. 417-5547.

7 p.m.

"Muslim Movie Series": Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice

Screening of On a Wing and a Prayer, Mike Kaiser’s documentary about a Muslim American whose post-9/11 enrollment in flying school draws FBI attention. Temple Beth Emeth/St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 2309 Packard. Free. 663- 1870.

7 p.m.

Food Tastings: Zingerman's Delicatessen.

July 1, 8, 9, 22, & 23. Zingerman's staff and guest food experts discuss and offer taste samples of various gourmet delights. Today: "Pie!" Zingerman's Next Door (upstairs kids room), 422 Detroit St. $20 (July 1, 9, & 22), $30 (July 8 & 23) in advance, $25 (July 1, 9, & 22), $35 (July 8 & 23) at the door. Space limited; reservations required. 663-3354.

7-8:30 p.m.

"Herbal First Aid & Prevention for Your Pet": People's Food Co-op.

Talk by local holistic health practitioner Linda Diane Feldt. Crazy Wisdom Bookstore & Tea Room, 114 S. Main. Free. Preregistration required. 994-4589.

7-8:30 p.m.

"Claymation and Animation": Ann Arbor District Library.

July 23 & 24 (different programs). Today: Clay animator Brad Pattullo, who has worked on The PJs, Celebrity Deathmatch, and other TV series, presents the audiovisual program "The History of Stop-Motion Animation" for adults and teens in grade 6 & up. AADL multipurpose room (lower level), 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327-8301.

7 p.m.

"5K Summer Fun Runs": Concordia University.

July 9, 16, & 23. All runners invited to race on the Concordia University campus. Concordia University, west of the gymnasium, 4090 Geddes Rd. $5 (kids age 13 & under, $3); registration at 6:30 p.m. 502-4809.

7-9 p.m.

"Summer Wine Tasting Series 'On the Patio'": Vinology.

July 23 & 30 and Aug. 13. Vinology staffers lead tastings of 6-8 wines and 3 appetizers. Today's topic: "Summer in the South of Italy." Vinology, 110 S. Main. $35. Reservations required. 222-9841.

7 p.m.

ACBL Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club.

Every Thurs. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. No partner required. Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $5. 761-6691.

7:30-10 p.m.

Israeli Dancing: Jewish Community Center.

Every Thurs. Dance instructor Cheryl Felt and DJ Amnon Steiner lead a variety of Israeli dancing to recorded music. Easy dances and oldies the first hour followed by intermediate dances and requests. Beginners welcome. New dances taught each week. JCC, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. (off Stone School Rd. south of Packard). $5 (students, free). 971-0990.

7:45 p.m.

U-M Sailing Club.

Every Thurs. All invited to meet members of this local sailing club and hear a talk by club members. Today's topic: "Weather for Sailors." Duderstadt Center conference room 4, 2281 Bonisteel, North Campus. Free. 426-4299.

8-10 p.m.

Motor City Metro Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.

Every Thurs. All male singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local barbershop harmony chorus. ICC Education Center (behind Luther House at 1520 Hill). Free to visitors ($130 annual dues for those who join). Park on Lincoln or Baldwin. 474-1155.

8 p.m.

"Wake": Purple Rose Theatre Company.

Every Wed.-Sun. June 18-Aug. 23. Guy Sanville directs local actors in the world premiere of Carey Crim's comedy about an agoraphobic mortician whose vivacious mother and precocious teenage daughter try desperately to get her to leave the house. Stars Stacie Hadgikosti, Michelle Mountain, Sandy Ryder, and Bill Simmons. Purple Rose, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $25 (Sun. eves., Wed. & Thurs.), $33 (Sat. & Sun. matinees), & $38 (Fri. & Sat. eves.) in advance and at the door. 433-7673.

8 p.m

"Comedy Jamm": Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.

July 2 & 23. Performances by up to 12 aspiring area stand-up comics. Alcohol is served. old VFW Hall (below Seva restaurant), 314 E. Liberty. $5 in advance and at the door. 996-9080.

8 p.m.

Rare Earth: Chelsea Retail Advisory Council.

The 1st white band signed by Motown, this veteran Detroit rock 'n' soul band is best known for a string of early 70s hits that included "I Just Want to Celebrate," "Hey, Big Brother," and a cover of Smokey Robinson's "Get Ready." Opening act is The Howling Diablos, a veteran Detroit quintet led by vocalist Martin "Tino" Gross that plays wild-humored blues and rock 'n' roll. VIP tickets ($100) include a preshow reception at the Chelsea Gallery and River Gallery. tent behind the Common Grill, 112 S. Main, Chelsea. Tickets $35 in advance at Zou Zou's, Cranesbill Books, New Chelsea Market, and chelseacenterforthearts.org; $40 at the door. 433-2787

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