American Association of University Women

Female and male college graduates promote education and equity for women through advocacy and scholarships. Monthly interest groups, branch meetings, annual fund-raising book drive and sale. More than 30 interest groups. Meets third Tues., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. Annual dues $83, significant discounts for students and recent graduates. Annual book sale Sept. 5–7, 2008, Washtenaw Community College Morris Lawrence Bldg., 4800 Huron River Dr. www.aauwaa.org

Ann Arbor Chinese Center of Michigan

Chinese language classes and cultural activities, including martial arts, sketching, Chinese chess and yo-yo, and ethnic dancing. Meets Sept.–June, Fri. 7–9:50 p.m., Northside Elementary School, 912 Barton Dr. a2chinese@yahoo.com, www.aaccom.org

Anthroposophical Society in America

Nonprofit corporation founded by Rudolf Steiner in 1923 to foster the life of the soul in the individual and society. Call for events. information@anthroposophy.org, www.anthroposophy.org

Friends of the English Regency

Those interested in English culture and literature of the early 1800s play period card games and croquet, host dances and occasional formal balls. Period costumes encouraged. No dues; small fee for events. regencyathenaeum@hotmail.com

Genealogical Society of Washtenaw County

Members trace family histories and work to preserve the histories of local families. Publishes Family History Capers quarterly. Meets Jan.–May & Sept.–Nov., fourth Sun. 1:30 p.m., St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Education Center, 5305 Elliott. Annual dues $14–$25 (includes journal). marciamccr@aol.com, www.hvcn.org/info/gswc S

Jewish Historical Society of Washtenaw County

Dedicated to collecting and preserving oral histories, documents, photographs, and artifacts of local Jewish history. Sponsors speakers, workshops, and seminars. Open to all. No dues.

Michigan Archaeological Society

For anyone interested in archaeology. Provides a forum for members to ask questions, view collections, or get hands-on experience with excavating or curating artifacts. Public welcome. Free meetings on U-M campus with speaker Sept.–May, third Thurs. Ann.Zinn@umich.edu, www.miarch.org

Netherlands-America University League

Promotes Netherlands-related social, cultural, academic, and scientific activities and exchange programs. Lectures, musical performances; annual picnic and St. Nicholas party. Annual dues $10–$30. janetbroos@comcast.net S

Old West Side Association

Preserves historic character of Old West Side neighborhood. Sponsors homes tour in Sept., a children’s festival in May or June, and other events; publishes Old West Side News. Annual dues $2–$10. cbrumme@attglobal.net, www.oldwestside.org

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Washtenaw County Historical Society

Meets Feb.–Apr. & Sept.–Nov., third Sun. 2 p.m. Annual dues $15. Museum on Main Street open Wed., Sat., & Sun. noon–4 p.m. and by appointment. Exhibits vary. wchs-500@ameritech.net, www.washtenawhistory.org