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Calendar of Events

Thursday, July 30, 2009

8 a.m.-evening.

Youth Show: Washtenaw County 4-H.

July 26-31. Six days of animal competitions and auctions, plus crafts, exhibits, and contests. Highlights include a rooster crowing contest (8 a.m., July 28), a goat milk-out (8 a.m. & 8 p.m., July 29), a llama leaping contest (2 p.m., July 29), an animal decorator contest (1:30 p.m., July 31), daily equestrian events, and more. Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 429-3145.

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 speaker TBA on "How Current Economic Conditions Are Affecting Seniors." JCC, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. (off Stone School Rd. south of Packard). Free. 971-0990.

10:30-11:30 a.m.

"Nature Fun Thursdays: Stories and ABC Hike": Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission.

July 2, 16, & 30 (different locations). WCPARC naturalist Faye Stoner presents a program of nature stories for kids age 3 & older. Followed by a hike. Insect repellent recommended. Today: "Wading the Lake Shore." Shoes required. Independence Lake County Park Beach Center, 3200 Jennings (north off North Territorial), Webster Twp. Free. Preregistration required. $5 vehicle entry fee. 971-6337, ext. 334.

11 a.m.

Waterloo Recreation Area.

Every Wed.-Sat. Programs presented by WRA park interpreter Kathy Kavanagh unless otherwise noted. Today's topic: "Petoskey Stone Polishing." 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: Dragon Wagon, a local acoustic experimental roots music quintet. Liberty Plaza, E. Liberty at S. Division. Free. 214-0109.

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.

Gifts of Art: U-M Hospitals.

Every Thurs. Performances by area and guest artists. Today: acoustic folk-rock by Souls Alike. U-M Hospital lobby, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr. (off Fuller). Free. 936-ARTS.

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: and Judy Dluzen leads a tour of the Matthaei food gardens. Matthaei, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free. 647-7600.

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.

2-3:30 p.m.

"Book Bingo": Ann Arbor District Library.

All kids in grades K-5 invited to play bingo, with books for prizes. AADL Pittsfield Branch, 2359 Oak Valley Dr. between Scio Church Rd. and Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 327-4200.

2-3 p.m.

"Scrap Your Heart Out": Ann Arbor District Library.

July 1 & 30 (different branch locations). All kids in grades 4-8 invited bring personal memorabilia to put in a scrapbook. Materials provided. AADL Traverwood Branch, 3333 Traverwood at Huron Pkwy. Free. 327-8301.

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: "Washington State Wines." Whole Foods Wine Bar, 990 W. Eisenhower Pkwy., Cranbrook Village shopping center. $17. 997-7507.

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.

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 p.m.

"Summer Cooking": 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.

6:30 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.

7-8:30 p.m.

"Indian Classical Dance": Ann Arbor District Library.

Lecture-demo on the Kuchipudi style of Indian classical dance by Shri P.K. Salve Kala Pratishthan classical dance academy (Maharashtra, India) ballerina Analuiza Torres da Silva. Kuchipudi, which originated as a form of theatrical dance devoted to the themes of Hindu mythology, combines gracious, rhythmic steps with symbolic hand gestures and facial expressions. AADL Traverwood Branch, 3333 Traverwood at Huron Pkwy. Free. 327-4200.

7-8:30 p.m.

"Duct Tape Do-Over": Ann Arbor District Library.

All kids in grades 6-12 invited to make a craft project with duct tape. AADL multipurpose room (lower level), 343 S. Fifth Ave. at William. Free. 327-8301.

7-9 p.m.

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

July 16 & 30 and Aug. 13. Vinology staffers lead tastings of 6-8 wines and 3 appetizers. 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 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.

7:30-10 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 TBA. 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.

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