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July 04, 2009

Calendar of Events

Recreational Activities

Monday June 2009

6 p.m.

"Smoothie King Recovery Ride": Ann Arbor Velo Club.

Every Mon . Cyclists invited to join club members on this moderate-paced ride, 15-20 miles, down Huron River Drive to Dexter and back. Meet at Smoothie King, 222 N. Fourth Ave. Free. 827-2792.

7 p.m.

"The Civilized Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Mon. Slow-paced ride, 12-18 miles, to Dexter, with a possible stop for ice cream. Other Mon. rides: "Back Roads Ramble" (9 a.m., meet at 960 Forest Rd. off Country Club Dr., Barton Hills, 663-5060), a slow-paced ride, 12-35 miles, along dirt and gravel roads to Independence Lake and other low traffic destinations. "Paved Roads Country Roads Ride" (5 p.m., meet at Royster Clark, 885 Parker Rd. at Pine Cross Lane just south of Jackson Rd., 426-5116), fast-, moderate-, and slow-paced training rides, 18-24 miles, along country roads west of town. sharp, Wellington Park, Alice at Bruce St. (off Arborview from Miller). Free. 213-2908.

7 p.m.-dark.

"Volleyball in the Park": Ann Arbor Ski Club.

Every Mon. through Sept. 28. All adults age 21 & over invited to join a volleyball game. All skill levels welcome. Burns Park (just east of the picnic pavilion), corner of Wells & Baldwin. Free. 973-2136.

7:30-9:30 p.m.

Tartan & Thistle Scottish Country Dancers.

Every Mon. Instruction in a wide range of traditional and contemporary Scottish dances, followed by social dancing. Soft-sole shoes recommended. Refreshments. location TBA. $5. 769-1052, 425-0241.

Tuesday June 2009

6 p.m.

"Big Sky Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Tues. Moderate-paced ride, 20-35 miles, along flat, relatively quiet picturesque roads south of Ann Arbor. Other Tues. ride: "Huron River Ride" (6 p.m., meet at Forsythe Middle School, 1655 Newport, 662-0205, 761-6253 ), a slow/moderate-paced ride, 18-40 miles, to Dexter and back. meet at York Baptist Church, 1220 Stony Creek Rd. at Platt. Free. 971-5763. 424-2802.

7-9:30 p.m.

English Country Dancing: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.

Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing. Today: Ray Bantle and Shirley Harden call to music by Childgrove. Also this month: callers Bronwen Gates and Dan Blim with music by Childgrove (June 9), callers Bantle and others with music by David West, Donna Baird, and Anne Ormand (June 16), callers Arlene Kindel and Blim with music by West, Baird, and Ormand (June 23), and callers Gates and Don Theyken with music by Betsy Foote, Susie Lorand, and Susan Lazar (June 30). All dances taught. No partner or experience needed. Bring flat, nonslip shoes (running shoes OK). First-timers are asked to arrive at 7 p.m. Chapel Hill Condominium clubhouse, 3350 Green Rd. (park on Burbank Dr.). $7 (students, $4; children age 13 & under, free). 665-7704.

Wednesday July 2009

2-4 p.m.

"Weed 'n' Sing": Community Farm of Ann Arbor.

July 1, 11, 15, 25, & 29. All invited to sing rounds and other songs while weeding the farm's crops. Community Farm of Ann Arbor, 1525 S. Fletcher Rd., Chelsea. Free. 475-7451.

6 p.m.

"West Side Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Wed. Moderate/fast-paced 25-mile and slow-paced, 13-18 miles, rides to the Dexter Dairy Queen and back. Now in its 32nd year, this ride is a favorite with newcomers and casual riders. Other Wed. ride: "Superior Salem Dirt Road" (9 a.m., Trinity Presbyterian Church parking lot, Gottfredson Rd. at Plymouth-Ann Arbor Rd., 248-437-5067, 663-5060, 663-8960, 482-5103), a slow/moderate-paced ride, 19 miles or more along gravel country roads. sharp, meet at Sweepster parking lot, 2800 N. Zeeb Rd. Free. 426-5116 (longer ride), 665-4552 & 761-2659 (shorter ride).

7-10 p.m.

"Exploring American BBQ": Zingerman's Roadhouse.

Zingerman's Roadhouse chef Alex Young hosts a dinner featuring barbecued pork, pork ribs, and Texas beef brisket using meat from old breeds of cattle and hogs bred by Niman Ranch (Thornton, IA) and local farmers using sustainable practices. Zingerman's Roadhouse, 2501 Jackson at Maple. $45. Reservations required. 663-3663.

9:30-11 p.m.

Wednesdays @ Michigan Union: Swing Ann Arbor.

Every Wed. Swing dancing to prerecorded music. No partner needed. Bring casual or nicer shoes that stay on your feet when you're active. Preceded by intermediate swing (7:30 p.m.) and beginning swing (8:30 p.m.) lessons. Michigan Union Pendleton Room (occasionally Ballroom or U-Club). $5 (includes lessons). 945-8428.

Thursday July 2009

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: "Creepy Crawlies." County Farm Park Medford Rd. lot. Free. Preregistration required. 971-6337, ext. 334.

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. On July 2 only (weather permitting): "Moonshadow Ride" (10 p.m., east end of Mitchell Field parking lot, Fuller Rd., 973-9225), slow-, moderate-, and fast-paced rides, 8-24 miles, along the Gallup Park pathway. meet at the Fuller Pool parking lot, Fuller Rd. Free. 996-9122.

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.

Friday July 2009

6 p.m.

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

Every Fri. Slow-paced 26-mile ride to the Dexter Dairy Queen for a snack. Abbot School, 2670 Sequoia Pkwy. (off Maple 1 block south of Miller). Free. 662-0205.

7-9 p.m.

Dances of Universal Peace (Sufi Dancing).

All invited to join in song, chant, and circle dances in joyous affirmation of the unity of the world's spiritual traditions. Friends Meetinghouse, 1420 Hill. $5 requested donation. 332-7964.

8:45-11:45 p.m.

"Friday Night Swing": Ann Arbor Swing Dance Association.

Every Fri., except July 17. Swing dancing to prerecorded music. No partner needed. Bring hard-soled shoes. Preceded at 8 p.m. by beginning lessons. Dakota Bldg., 1785 W. Stadium. $5 (includes lessons; students, $3). 972-9141, 417-9857.

Saturday July 2009

7:30 a.m.

Hudson Mills Metropark Interpretive Nature Programs.

July 4, 11, & 18. Programs presented by Hudson Mills naturalist Jennifer Hollenbeck. Today: "Bird Hike." Bring binoculars and a field guide. Hudson Mills Activity Center, 8801 North Territorial Rd., Dexter. $2 unless otherwise noted. Preregistration required. $4 vehicle entrance fee. 426-8211.

9 a.m.

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

Every Sat. except July 11. Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30 to 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. On July 11 is the popular annual AABTS "One Helluva Ride" (see listing). Also, at sunrise at Wheeler Park only, "Sunrise Saturday Ride," a very slow-paced 22-mile ride (662-0205) to Dexter for breakfast and back. 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 or change for a phone call, and snacks. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St., or at Barton Park, Huron River Dr. Free. For information, call 996-9461 (July 4 ride), 994-6340 (July 18), 663-5060 (July 25), 971-1065 (swim extension).

Noon.

Draw Doubles: Local 101 Disc Golf Club.

Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark's 24-hole disc golf courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Golf discs available free. Hudson Mills Metropark Activity Center, 8801 North Territorial Rd. (between Dexter-Pinckney Rd. & Huron River Dr.), Dexter. $5 per player; free for spectators. $4 vehicle entrance fee. 449-4300.

8 p.m.

1st Saturday Contra: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.

Martha Vander Kolk calls to music by the Scalar Scalawags. Preceded by a free open jam for string and other musicians (4-6 p.m.) and a "4th of July Potluck" (6 p.m.; bring a dish to pass and/or food to grill). Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. ('bd mile south of I-94). $9 (members, $8; students, $5). 769-1052.

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

"Fireworks on the Floor": U-M Argentine Tango Club.

July 4-6 (different locations). Tango dance parties with recorded music spun by a DJ. Preceded by tango workshops. Mind, Body, & Spirit Academe, 1785 W. Stadium. $10 (students, $5). umich.edu/~umtango.

Sunday July 2009

8:30 a.m.

"A2Sunday Runners": Two Dogs Running.

Every Sun. All invited to join informal runs of 5-7 miles along various scenic routes. meet at Sweetwaters, Kerrytown. Free. 657-0214.

9 a.m.

Sunday Rides: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Sun. Today: "AABTS Members OHR," a chance to check out one of the routes in the club's annual One Helluva Ride (see July 11 listing), including 100-mile (764-7555), 76-mile (476-4944), 63-mile (663-5060), and 39-mile (697-7394) routes. Note: The 100-mile ride departs at 8 a.m. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 904-6431.

10:30 a.m.

Ultimate Frisbee: H.A.C. Ultimate.

Every Sun. All invited to a very relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. Mitchell Field, south side of Fuller Rd. just west of Bonisteel. Free. 846-9418.

6 p.m.

"Walk Around Argo Pond."

Riverwalks Ann Arbor author Brenda Bentley leads a historical walking tour around Argo Pond to learn about its 1st dam and millrace, its former ice industry, the construction of the man-made island near the beach, and more. meet at the canoe livery, 1055 Longshore Dr. (north off Moore from Broadway at Maiden Lane). Free. 945-9804.

6-8 p.m.

Ann Arbor Morris Dancers.

Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance based on the 15th-century Spanish moresca . Wear athletic shoes. Gretchen's House barn, 1580 Dhu Varren Rd. Free. 747-8138.

6-9:30 p.m.

"Fireworks on the Floor": U-M Argentine Tango Club.

July 4-6 (different locations). Today: an outdoor tango dance party preceded at 4 p.m. by a BBQ ($5). Gallup Park, 3000 Fuller Rd. (west side of Huron Pkwy.).

8-10 p.m.

U-M Ballroom Dancers.

Every Sun. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including fox-trots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 7 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. Michigan Union Pendleton Room. $3. 763-6984.

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