September
LITERARY EVENTS.
Book & Poetry Readings, Publication Parties, Writers Groups, etc are now listed in the LITERARY EVENTS Calendar (page 10).
VISUAL ARTS EVENTS
Art Exhibitions, Workshops, Artist Opportunities, etc, are now listed in the VISUAL ARTS Calendar (page 20).
To publicize October Calendar events. send formatted listings by September 15 to AGENDA, 220 S. Main St., A2, Ml 48104.
Unless otherwise noted, all events listed in the CALENDAR are free and open to the public. All locations are in Ann Arbor unless otherwise noted.
1 Friday
Disarmament Group Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon. 730 Tappan. Work in support of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty. 663-1870
"Understanding Sexual Diversity": Queer Unity Project 2-3:30 pm, Pond Rm., Mich. Union. Workshop exercises, presentations & discussion. 763-4186
Meeting: Asian Pacific Lesbian Gay Bisexual Social Group 7 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. 763-4186
Meeting: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm, Rainbow Rm (AA); Upstairs Lounge (Alanon), St. Andrews Episcopal, 306 N. Division. 665-6939
First Friday Shabbas Gathering: Jewish Cultural Society 7:30 pm, Jewish Community Center, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. Shabbas ritual, readings & discussion. Child care & dessert provided. 665-5761
"The Fox": Performance Network 8 pm, 408 W. Washington. Seductive drama explores the passion and power in relationships, $12/$9 studs & srs. 663-0681
Jazz w/the Andrew Bishop Trio: Leonardo's 810 pm, N. Campus Commons. 764-7544
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8-9:30 pm, Kimball High School, Royal Oak. 663-0036
Tim Rowlands: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Juggler extraordinaire. $10. 996-9080
Coffee Hour & Necto Night: Queer Unity Project 9:30 pm, Espresso Royale Caffe, 324 S. State St. Les/bi/gay coffee hour (meet at the rainbow flag) followed by dancing at the Nectarine. 763-4186
Harvey Thompson & Friends: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $5. 662-8310
Steel Pole Bathtub: Prism Productions 9:30 pm (doors), Blind Pig, 208 S. First. Too arty to be rock, to rockin' to be art, $6 adv. 99-MUSIC
2 Saturday
Cycling: Steer Queer Bicycle Group 10:30 am, Barton Park. Moderate-paced 20+ mile bike ride for men & women. Jamie, 662-1263
Potluck: Gays & Lesbians Older & Wiser 11 am-1 pm, Turner Clinic, 1010 Wall. 936-5962
Power Walk: Queer Unity Project 2-4 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. Tour places of interest for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and gay-friendly students. 763-4186
"The Fox": Performance Network 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
Tim Rowlands: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
Service, Song, Seinfeld & Snack: Hillel 9:15 pm, 1429 Hill. 769-0500
Harvey Thompson & Friends: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
3 Sunday
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 9 am, call for location. A2's queer running/walking group. Don, 434-4494
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 9:30 am, Fuller Pool. Coached swimming workout for all ability levels. 663-0036
Weekly Chinese Meditation: International Yan Xin Qigong Assn. 10:30 am-noon, 1014 Dow Bldg., U-M North campus. Methods of health improvement. stress reduction & fitness. 994-2760
Living History Day: A2 Parks & Rec. noon-4 pm, Cobblestone Farm , 2781 Packard Rd. Demonstrations of farm-related activities, $1.50 adults/$1 youths & srs. 994-2928
"Upstairs at Borders": Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. The Galliard Trio - a string trio playing a classical repertoire. 668-6652
Task Force for Gay & Lesbian Concerns: Great Lakes Chapter of Lutherans Concerned 2 pm, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 34567 Seven Mile Rd., Livonia. John, 668-7622
Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm. 122 W. Washington. 761-2530
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals: Tree of Life Metropolitan Comm. Church 6 pm, 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 677-1418
Il-V-I Orchestra: The Heidelberg 7-9:30 pm, 215 N. Main. Dance to big band music, $3. 663-7758
"The Fox": Performance Network 7 pm (see 1 Fri)
Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm, downstairs (back entrance), 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 484-0456
Jazz w/ Payton MacDonald & Jessica: Leonardo's 8-10 pm, N. Campus Commons. 764-7544
A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm, 208 S. First St. W/house band, The Terraplanes, $2. 971-2469
Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley. Musicians invited. 662-8310
4 Monday
Coffee & Chat: State Sen. Alma Wheeler Smith 7-9 am, Charlie's Country Squire, 2600 Washtenaw, Ypsi. Informal discussion about state issues. 800-344-ALMA
"Understanding Sexual Diversity": Queer Unity Project 2-3:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
Women's Support Group: LGBPO 5 pm, 3116 Mich. Union. Open to all women. 763-4186
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group: A2 Center for Indep. Living 7-9 pm, 2568 Packard. 971-0277, 971-0310 (TDD)
22+ Women's Bi-Friendly Group 7:30 pm, call for location. Meetings in public spaces for coffee, food, and conversation. 763-4186
"Tales of the City": Queer Unity Project 8 pm, MLB Rm. 2013. Part 1 of the hilarious video of a young woman who moves to San Francisco during the 70s free love era. 763-4186
Jazz w/ Abby Alwin, Mikael Elsia, & friends: Leonardo's 8-10 pm, N. Campus Commons. 764-7544
Social tor Lesbians, Bisexuals & Gay Men: Canterbury House 9 pm, 518 E. Washington. 763-4186
Bird of Paradise Orchestra: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley. 14-piece band, $3. 662-8310
5 Tuesday
Auditions: A2 Cantata Singers Call to schedule an audition with A2's Premier vocal ensemble thru 7 Thu. 994-3704
"The Grouchy Ladybug": A2 Parks & Rec. 1-2:30 pm, Leslie Science Ctr., 1831 Traver. Bug walks, art projects and stories for children ages 4-5. Runs four Tue sessions, $25. Pre-register, 662-7802
Tenant Talk: A2 Tenants Union 6 pm, WCBN 88.3 FM. 763-3500
Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm, call for location. 662-2222
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm, Gallup Park. A2's queer running/walking group, for people of all ages & abilities. Don, 434-4494
First Tuesday Poetry Reflection: Guild House 7-8:30 pm, 802 Monroe. Spiritual reflection on selected poetry. 662-5189
Meeting: Rainbow Oasis Center 7 pm, Common Language. Help create a gay, lesbian & bisexual community center in A2. 913-9516
Auditions tor "The Trip To Bountiful": Croswell Opera House 7-10 pm, 129 E. Maumee St, Adrian. Cast requirements are six men, three women, and extras. 517-264-SHOW
Labor Film & Video Series: Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm, 103 W. Mich. Ave., Ypsi. 483-3548
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 7:30 pm, Botsford Pool, Livonia. 663-0036
Meeting: Living with HIV 7:30-9 pm, call for location. HARC, 572-9355
U-M Folk Dancing Club: Leonardo's 7:30 pm, N. Campus Commons. Eastern European & Middle Eastern line dances. Beginners welcome, no partner necessary. 764-7544
Cary Kocher/Paul Keller Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $3. 662-8310
6 Wednesday
Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM Radio Q (6 pm) followed by Closets R 4 Clothes (6:30 pm). News and more for the Les/Bi/Gay communites. 763-3500
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Vegetarian Potluck Picnic: VINE 6:30 pm, Burns Park Warming Shelter, Baldwin & Wells. Bring a serving utensil, list of ingredients & place setting, $5 (free if you bring a vegan dish to share). 668-9925
Meeting: Coalition Against the Contract "On" America 7 pm, Mich. Union. Campus & community activist group. 913-0006
Liturgists' Round Table: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Plan the fall equinox ritual. Fox, 665-8428
Bowling: Rainbow League 7:30 pm, Ypsi-Arbor Lanes, 2985 Washtenaw, Ypsilanti. Gay, lesbian, bisexual bowling league! All abilities are welcome. 763-4186
Shamanic Journeys: The Seeker 7:30 pm. 1522 Hill (behind 1520). Gentle trance session. 665-3522
Jake Reichbart: Leonardo's 8-10 pm, N. Campus Commons. Jazz & pop guitar. 764-7544
Open House: Hillel 8-10 pm, 1429 Hill. Over 25 Hillel-affiliated groups will be represented. 769-0500
Ron Brooks Trio w Rick Roe: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $3. 662-8310
The Waltons: Prism Productions 9:30 pm (doors), Blind Pig, 208 S. First. Canadian alternapop, $6 adv. 99-MUSIC
7 Thursday
Carnival '95 - Veterans Swim Team Fundraiser: A2 Parks & Rec. 1-4 pm, Veterans Pool, 2150 Jackson Rd. Games & prizes (fee). 761-7240
Open House: LGBPO 4-6 pm. Meet new and old friends and learn more about our services. 763-4186
Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm, 802 Monroe. 930-0601
Shulcan Ivrit: Hillel 5:30 pm, Cava Java, E. University & S. University. Practice your Hebrew in a fun, social atmosphere. 769-0500
Positive Women's Support Group: HARC 6:30-8:30 pm, call for location. 572-9355
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
"Irish and Welsh Mythology": Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Discussion. Fox, 665-8428
"Fire Your Boss": Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm, 103 W. Mich. Ave., Ypsi. Informal roundtable discussion. 483-3548
Jazz Jam I: Oz's Music Environment 8 pm, 1920 Packard. Musicians of all levels can jam with the Randy Napoleon Quintet. Smoke-free, $1 (musicians free). 662-3683
Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm. 8 pm, 4120 Mich. Union. 662-5552
Live Jazz: Leonardo's 8-10 pm, N. Campus Commons. With members of the U-M School of Music Jazz Studies Programs. 764-7544
"Shooting Simone ": Performance Network 8 pm, 408 W. Washington. Explores the life of Simone De Beauvoir and her 50-year relationship with Jean Paul Sartre, $12/$9 studs & srs (Thursdays are "pay-what-you-can"). 663-0681
Mark Moran: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Comedy tornado, $10. 996-9080
Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm, 1585 Franklin, Detroit. Big band jazz, $2. 313-259-1374
Ron Brooks Trio with Eddie Russ: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $3. 662-8310
8 Friday
Piano Teaching Workshop with Irene Peery: U-M School of Music 9 am-3:30 pm, School of Music Recital Hall. Lecture and master class with intermediate-level students, $35/$15 studs. 763-0594
Festifall on the Diag 11 am-4 pm. Info. booths by more than 200 student groups. 763-5900
Meeting: Asian Pacific Lesbian Gay Bisexual Social Group 7 pm (see 1 Fri)
Discussion: Older Lesbians Organizing (OLO) 7:30-9:30 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Open to women of all ages. Nancy, 769-4750
"Cyber-Spirituality": Magical Educational Council of A2 7:30 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. How to find spiritual material on the Internet. 665-3522
Meeting: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
Laughing Out Loud: Leonardo's 8-1 0 pm, N. Campus Commons. Jazz. 764-7544
Teresa Trull w/ Nina Gerber: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Deep-voiced R&B performer, $11.25. 761-1800
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8-9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Shooting Simone": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Mark Moran: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Michael Rose: Prism Productions 9 pm (doors), The Majestic, 4140 Woodward, Detroit, $10 adv. 99-MUSIC
Ramona Collins & Friends: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley. With Ron Brooks Trio, $5. 662-8310
Scott Morgan's Key to the Highway: The Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Rock & roll/blues (fee). 663-7758
"Rocky Horror Picture Show": U-Club 10 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests, $2. 763-8426
9 Saturday
Dundee Downtown Day: Dundee Jaycees 9 am-5 pm. Arts, crafts, community yard sale, food & entertainment. 529-3940
Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec. 10 am-noon, Gallup Park Canoe Livery, 3000 Fuller Rd. Beginning course on basic techniques, $7.50. Pre-register, 662-9319
Cycling: Steer Queer Bicycle Group 10:30 am (see 2 Sat)
"Adding Years To Life and Life To Years": Whole Foods Market 11-12:30 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Lecture by Dr. Thomas M. Klapp on health and lifestyle issues. Preregister, 971-3366 Basic
Witchcraft: Magical Educational Council of A2 7:30 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. (behind the co-op house). Informal discussion of the Old Religion of Europe. 665-3522
RFD Boys: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. The area's premier bluegrass band, $8.75/$7.75 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800
"Shooting Simone": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
"Weekend Comedy": Purple Rose Theatre Co. 8 pm (see 2 Sat)
Mark Moran: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Ramona Collins & Friends: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm (see 8 Fri)
Club Fabulous Dance Party: LGBPO 10 pm-2 am, Power Center. Ann Arbor's mondo-homo mega-mix dance party for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people and their friends. No smoking, booze, or drugs, $4. 763-4186
Wild Sheep Riders: The Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Country-Western music (fee). 663-7758
Still Standing: U-Club 10 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. Rock band. For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests, $3. 763-8426
10 Sunday
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 9 am (see 3 Sun)
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 9:30 am (see 3 Sun)
Weekly Chinese Meditation: International Yan Xin Qigong Assn. 10:30 am-noon (see 3 Sun)
Crooked Lake Hike: Sierra Club 1 pm, carpool from A2 City Hall parking lot. Hike five-mile gentle trail. 429-0671
Second Sunday Stroll - Fungus Among Us: A2 Parks & Rec. 1-2:30 pm, Leslie Science Ctr., 1831 Traver. Check out gills, spores & slimy caps of mushrooms. Preregister, $3/$10 family. 662-7802
Ragtime Tango Workshop: Grand Traditions Vintage Dance Academy 1-3 pm, Pittsfield Grange Hall, A2-Saline Rd. Learn this sultry dance that's as easy as walking - no partner required, $5. 769-0041
Kids' Open Stage: Oz's Music Environment 1 pm, 1920 Packard. Stage experience for young musicians. 662-3683
"Upstairs at Borders": Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. The Vanguard Saxophone ensemble will play classical, popular, ethnic & jazz music. 668-6652
Dance Potpourri: Grand Traditions Vintage Dance Academy 1-3 pm, Pittsfield Grange Hall, A2-Saline Rd. Waltz, tango, swing & more. All abilities welcome- no partner required, $5. 769-0041
"The Many Creative Faces of African Mbira": U-M School of Music 2 pm, U-M School of Music Recital Hall. Lecture on the ancient African keyboard instrument by ethnomusicology prof. Paul Berliner. 763-0594
Summer's End Celebration Picnic: Rainbow Oasis Center 3 pm, Wheeler Park, Depot & N. Fifth Ave. For the gay, lesbian & bisexual community. Bring your own food. 913-9516
Faculty Recital by Arthur Greene: U-M School of Music 4 pm, School of Music Recital Hall. The Complete Etudes of Scriabin. 763-0594
Auditions: Kol HaKavod 4 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Try out for this a cappella sensation. 769-0500
Meeting: Amnesty lnternational 4:30-5:30 pm, Mich. Union Tap Room. 973-7004
Live Jazz 'n Dinner: U-Club 6-8:30 pm, 1st fI. Mich. Union. The Matt Weiers Duo. For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests. 763-8426
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm (see 3 Sun)
Mass Meeting for "The Grand Duke": UM Gilbert & Sullivan Society 7 pm, Mich. League Henderson Rm. Meeting for anyone interested in on-stage or backstage work on the production. 761-7855
"Shooting Simone": Performance Network 7 pm (see 7 Thu)
Il-V-I Orchestra: The Heidelberg 7-9:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Fred's Not Irish: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Irish & Scottish tunes, $8.75/$7.75 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800
Moxy Fruvous: 7th House 8 pm (doors). 7 N. Saginaw, Pontiac. Canadian rock jokesters, $6.50 adv./$8 day of show. 810-335-8100
A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 3 Sun)
Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session 9 pm (see 3 Sun)
11 Monday
Coffee & Chat: State Sen. Alma Wheeler Smith 7-9 am, Sweetwaters Cafe, 111 Washington. Informal discussion about state issues. 800-344-ALMA
Want to talk state politics? State Senator Alma Wheeler Smith will be holding "coffee & chat" sessions every Monday this month at various restaurants and cafes in her district (see 4 Monday). You can "Meet Your Representative," Liz Brater, at the Michigan League for a discussion of current events and women in government sponsored by the Washtenaw County Women's Political Caucus (see 16 Saturday). And State Representative Mary Shroer (not pictured) will host a meeting of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom where the topic will be "The Turmoil in Human Welfare" (see 11 Monday).
Women's Support Group: LGBPO 5 pm (see 4 Mon) Auditions: "Talk To Us" 7-9 pm, West Quad, Wedge Room. Try out for the U-M interactrve theater group examining racism, sexism, homophobia & other social issues. 747-3525
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group 7 pm (see 4 Mon)
Meeting with State Rep. Mary Schroer: Women's Intl. League for Peace & Freedom 7:30 pm, Friends Meeting House, 1416 Mili. Discussion on "The Turmoil in Human Welfare." 483-0058 Social for Lesbians, Bisexuals & Gay Men: Canterbury House 9 pm (see 4 Mon) Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 4 Mon)
12 Tuesday
Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec. 5:30-7:30 pm (see 9 Sat)
Tenant Talk: A2 Tenants Union 6 pm, WCBN 88.3 FM. 763-3500
Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Warriors' Guild Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Plan the fall equinox ritual. Fox, 665-8428
Mass Meeting: American Movement for Israel 7 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. AMI is U-M's mainstream pro-lsrael organization. 769-0500
Auditions: "Talk To Us" 7-9 pm (see 11 Mon)
"A Call for Justice in the Global Economy": Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, 1st Baptist Church, 512 E. Huron (enter on Washington). Talks by John Vandermeer, Hunter VanValkenburgh and Deborah Regal on different aspects of the effects of World Bank policies. Bring a bag of beans, bottle of aspirin, or box of pencils to send to the World Bank's annual meeting. 663-1870
Mass Meeting: Jewish Feminist Group 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. This group is composed of students and women from the A2 community and reflects a wide range of religious and cultural values. 769-0500
Labor Film & Video Series: Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Meeting: Living with HIV 7:30-9 pm (see 5 Tue)
David Barrett: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Guitarist/songwriter, $9/$8 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800
Cary Kocher/Paul Keller Quartet 9 pm (see 5 Tue)
13 Wednesday
Second Wednesday Supper Forum: Guild House 5:15 pm, 802 Monroe. Beans & rice supper followed by talk: "Moving Toward Reconciliation: Reflections on the Serial Rape Investigation" with First Ward City Council Rep. Tobi Hanna-Davies, $5. 662-5189
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Gay Radio Hour. WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 6 Wed)
Meeting: Coalition Against the Contract "On" America 7 pm (see 6 Wed)
Mass Meeting: Reform Chavurah 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. This group holds services and sponsors social events, speakers, educational programs & social action projects. 769-0500
Mass Meeting: Prospect 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Join the team that puts out the premier Jewish social/political critique and literary review. 769-0500
Shamanic Journeys: The Seeker 7:30 pm (see 6 Wed)
Open Stage: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Budding musicians welcome to play, $3/$2 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800
Wednesday Nite Flicks: U-Club 9 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. Free pop and popcorn. For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests, $1. 763-8426
Ron Brooks Trio w/Rick Roe: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $3. 662-8310
14 Thursday
Racial & Economic Justice Task Force Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon. 730 Tappan. Work on March to Lansing for a change in policies toward the poor. 663-1870
Dinner for the Homeless: Volunteers in Action/Hillel 3-7 pm, First United Methodist Church, State & Washington. Prepare and serve dinner to the homeless. 769-0500
Meeting: BGALLA (Bisexual, Gay & Lesbian Library Association) 5:15 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. Plan educational, social, and/or political activities. 763-4186
Support Group for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Adoptees or Birth Parents: Catholic Social Services 5:30 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave., $10. Marianne Bach, 662-4534
Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Shulcan Ivrit: Hillel 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Positive Women's Support Group: HARC 6:30-8:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
"Natural Healing with Food and Herbs": Whole Foods Market 7-8:30 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Seminar series by Cindy Klement, NC. The natural health philosophy focuses on maintaining balance within body systems, $7 for one seminar/admission to 5 or more sessions is $5 per seminar. Pre-register, 971-3366
TVQ - "Straight from the Heart": LGBPO 7 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. Video documentary on contemporary lesbians, gay men, and their families. 763-4186
Business Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Fox, 665-8428
Mass Meeting: Jewish Law Students Union 7:30 pm. Lawyers' Club, Law Quad. This group provides a forum for discussion on matters of interest to Jewish law students. 769-0500
Middle East Task Force: Interfaith Council tor Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, Bethlehem United Church, 423 S. 4th Ave. Monthly meeting. 663-1870
Mass Meeting: United Jewish Appeal 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. The UJA is the largest Jewish philanthropic organization. 769-0500
"Fire Your Boss": Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
"Who Do You Think You're Fooling?": A2 Film Co-op 8 pm, MLB 3. Short video by U-M grad Mike white, exposing "Pulp Fiction" superstar Quentin Tarantino's rip-off of Ringo Lam's film "City on Fire." 769-7787
Anything Goes Jam II: Oz's Music Environment 8 pm, 1920 Packard. Jam session for musicians and artists of all genres, hosted by John Ballou. Smoke-free, $1 (musicians free). 662-3683
"Shooting Simone": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Live Jazz: Leonardo's 8-10 pm (see 7 Thu)
Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm. 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Lowell Sanders: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:00 pm, 314 E. Liberty. One of Showtime's "Comedy Club All-Stars," $10. 996-9080
Thursday Nite Live: U-Club 9 pm. 1st fl. Mich. Union. Sleepyhead - alternative rock. For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests, $3. 763-8426
Ron Brooke Trio Featuring Eddie Russ 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
Mass Meeting: Queer Unity Project 10 pm, Mich. Union (check at CIC desk for specific room). Queer Unity Project (QUP) is a campus group working to overcome discrimination against lesbian, gay, and bisexual people through fun, educational, and visible activities. All people, students and non-students, of all sexual orientations are welcome. 763-4186
15 Friday
Disarmament Group Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon (see 1 Fri)
Bowling for People who are Blind/Visually Impaired: A2 Center for Independent Living 3:30-6 pm, Colonial Lanes, 1950 S. Industrial. A social dinner follows, $1.35/game, .75/shoe rental. 971-0277, 971-0310 (TDD)
Bardic Night: Shining Lakes Grove Druids 7-11 pm, 1522 Hill (behind 1520). Free-form drumming, singing & dancing. Fox, 665-8428
Meeting: Asian Pacific Les/Gay/Bi Social Group 7 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Male/Female Relationships": Practical Psychic institute 7:30-9:30 pm, Education Ctr. Aud., Mission Health. First of a four-part monthly series, $10. Julia, 761-6999
Meetings: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
A2 Blues & Jazz Festival 8 pm, Michigan Theater. "Crescent City Blues Meltdown" with Dr. John, $20 & $35 reserved seating. 747-9955
Metro Grass: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main, $8.75/$7.75 mems, studs & srs. 761-1451
The Raisin Pickers: Leonardo's 8-10 pm, N. Campus Commons. Old-time dance music, swing & "new"-grass. 764-7544
Steve Forbert with Peter Mulvey: 7th House 8 pm (doors), 7 N. Saginaw, Pontiac. Veteran singer/songwriter fr/Boston, $13.50. 810-335-8100
"Shooting Simone": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 8-9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
Lowell Sanders: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 14 Thu)
Poetry Slam: U-Club 9 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. For U-M studs, staff , faculty & guests, $1. 763-8426
Chris Kase w/ Keller/Kocher Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $5. 662-8310
G.Q. & the Cosmic Rays: The Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Blues, R&B, rock'n'roll (fee). 663-7758
16 Saturday
5K Walk & Run: 5th Annual Steppin' Out for AIDS Downtown Royal Oak. For more info. call 810-399-WALK
Grand Opening of the New Material Recover Facility: City of A2 10 am-1 pm, E. Ellsworth & Platt Roads. Tour the city's new facility for recycling and waste transfer services (see "Top Five Stories" article). Dress appropriately for the weather and wear closed shoes. 994-2807
Cycling: Steer Queer Bicycle Group 10:30 am (see 2 Sat)
A2 Blues & Jazz Festival noon-8 pm, Gallup Park. With Booker T. & The MG's, Poncho Sánchez, Lonny Mack with special guest Tinsley Ellis, Little Sonny, Shawn "Thunder" Wallace, and Mimi Harris & The Snakes, $14/adv, $16/gate (students $10/gate), 12 & under free. 747-9955
The Goodtime Preview: Performance Network 2 pm, 408 W. Washington. Snippets from all the artists and performances of the Goodtime Network (educational family matinees), pay-what-you-can. 663-0681
"Shakes the Clown": A2 Film Co-op 7:30 & 9:15 pm, Nat. Sci. Aud. Satire on the sick world of stand-up comedians, by Bobcat Goldthwait, $3. 769-7787
A2 Blues & Jazz Festival 8 pm, Michigan Theater. "Ladies Sing the Jazz" with Cassandra Wilson, and Kathy Kosins. (see 15 Fri)
"Poulenc to Porter...A Parisian Soiree": Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Chamber music of Poulenc, $10-$25. 769-2999
Margie Adam: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Feminist music, goofball humor, and political observation, $12.50. 761-1451
Debbie Harry with the Jazz Passengers: 7th House 8 pm (doors), 7 N. Saginaw, Pontiac. Former voice of Blondie with NYC's most progressive ensemble, $17.50. 810-335-8100
"Shooting Simone": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Lowell Sanders: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 14 Thu)
Chris Kase w/ Keller/Kocher Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm (see 15 Fri)
Deep Space Six: The Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. 50s & 60s music and Grateful Dead covers (fee). 663-7758
Dance: U-Club 10 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. For UM studs, staff, faculty & guests, $3. 763-8426
17 Sunday
Meeting with Rep. Lynn Rivers: LGBPO call for time & place, 763-4186
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 9 am (see 3 Sun)
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 9:30 am (see 3 Sun)
Weekly Chinese Meditation: International Yan Xin Qigong Assn. 10:30 am-noon (see 3 Sun)
A2 Blues & Jazz Festival noon-8 pm, Gallup Park. With Fontella Bass, Caribbean Jazz Project, Scott Hamilton Quartet, Fat Possum Mississippi Juke Joint Caravan, Chisel Brothers featuring Thornetta Davis, and Howard & The White Boys. (see 16 Sat)
"Upstairs at Borders": Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. The Firebird Ensemble of the Balalaika Orchestra of Detroit will play traditional Russian music. 668-6652
Rededication Ceremony: Hillel 1 pm, 1429 Hill. Short program to honor the families of Hillel's original founders and donors. Building tour and refreshments. 769-0500
Bluegrass & Old-Time Country Music Jam Session 1:30-5 pm, Ypsilanti Freighthouse caboose, Depot Town, N. River & Cross Streets. Acoustic music only, $2. Sidney, 930-2680
Meeting: Parents-FLAG/Ann Arbor 2 pm, Unitarian Church, 1917 Washtenaw. 741-0659
"As You Liked It": Nichols Arboretum & A2 Civic Theatre 2-5 pm, Mich. League Garden. Have afternoon tea in the League garden, view scenes from A2 Civic Theatre's "As You Like It" and take a rare ride through the Arboretum, $20. Reservations, 763-5832
Auditions: Kol HaKavod 4 pm (see 10 Sun)
Live Jazz 'n Dinner: U-Club 6-8:30 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. Vocalist Sheila Landis. For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests. 763-8426
Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm (see 3 Sun)
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Mass Meeting: Consider 7 pm, Mich. Union. Consider, founded by Hillel, is the University's weekly forum for discussion of local and national issues. 769-0500
"Shooting Simone": Performance Network 7 pm (see 7 Thu)
Il-V-I Orchestra: The Heidelberg 7-9:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Michael Smith: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Songwriter, $10/$9 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800
Israeli Dancing: Hillel 8-10 pm, 1429 Hill. Join Tom Starks for instruction and dancing. All levels welcome, $2.50. 769-0500
A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 3 Sun)
Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session 9 pm (see 3 Sun)
18 Monday
Israel Information Day: Hillel call for appointment, 1429 Hill. Learn about programs for living and studying in Israel. 769-0500
Coffee & Chat: State Sen. Alma Wheeler Smith 7-9 am, Gina's Cafe, 1120 S. Main St. Chelsea. Informal discussion about state issues. 800-344-ALMA
Women's Support Group: LGBPO 5 pm (see 4 Mon)
"Meet Your Representative": Washtenaw County Women's Political Caucus 7 pm, Mich. League Henderson Rm. Discuss state politics, current events and women in government with State Rep. Liz Brater. 994-7506
"Preparing Your Child for the Latchkey Experience": Catholic Social Services 7-8:30 pm, 117 N. Division, $7 (scholarships available). Register, Deborah Bailey, 662-4534
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group 7 pm (see 4 Mon)
22+ Women's Bi-Friendly Group 7:30 pm (see 4 Mon)
Marimba Master Class with Keiko Abe: U-M School of Music 8 pm, School of Music McIntosh Theatre. Public invited to sit in as students perform. 763-0594
Social for Lesbians, Bisexuals & Gay Men: Canterbury House 9 pm (see 4 Mon)
Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 4 Mon)
19 Tuesday
Sarah Brady-'Thumbs Up": Croswell Opera House 10:30 am, 129 E. Maumee St, Adrian. Opens the Croswell '95/'96 Town Hall Lecture Series ($12), followed by lunch ($10). Call for reservations, 517-264-SHOW
Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec. 5:30-7:30 pm (see 9 Sat)
Tenant Talk: A2 Tenants Union 6 pm, WCBN 88.3 FM. 763-3500
General Meeting: Sierra Club 6 prn, U-M Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. "Welcome to newcomers" meeting. 994-5456
Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Mass Meeting: Jewish Lesbian, Bisexual, and Gay Collective 7 pm. 1 429 Hill. 769-0500
Liturgists' Round Table: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7 pm (see 6 Wed)
Mass Meeting: Volunteers in Action/Hillel 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. VIA Hillel is a community service group linking U-M students with the local community through volunteer activities & more. 769-0500
Mass Meeting: Israel Michigan Political Affairs Committee 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. IMPAC is a student organization working to foster a strong relationship between the U.S. and Israel. 769-0500
Labor Film & Video Series: Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
U-M Folk Dancing Club: Leonardo's 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Meeting: Living with HIV 7:30-9 pm (see 5 Tue)
Introduction to the Internet: LGBPO 8-11 pm, Angell Hall Computing Center Rm. C. Take advantage of your free connection to the information superhighway! 763-4186
Peter Case: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Alternafolk, $10/$9 mems, studs & srs. 761-1800
Cary Kocher/Paul Keller Quartet 9 pm (see 5 Tue)
20 Wednesday
Fundraiser for Child and Family Service of Washtenaw: Whole Foods Market 2398 E. Stadium. Five percent of each sale on this day will be donated to this health and social service agency. 971-3366
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 6 Wed)
Meeting: Coalition Against the Contract "On" America 7 pm (see 6 Wed)
Weekly Meeting: Reform Havurah 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. 769-0500
Shamanic Journeys: The Seeker 7:30 pm (see 6 Wed)
Sonic Sensation: Leonardo's 8-10pm, N. Campus Commons. Ragtime & blues. 764-7544
Open Stage: The Ark 8 pm (see 13 Wed)
Wednesday Nite Flicks: U-Club 9 pm (see 13 Wed)
Ron Brooks Trio w/ Rick Roe 9 pm (see 6 Wed)
21 Thursday
Meeting: BGALLA 5:1 5 pm (see 14 Thu)
Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Shulcan Ivrit: Hillel 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Positive Women's Support Group: HARC 6:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
TVQ - "Forbidden Love": LGBPO 7 pm. LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. Video about lesbians in Canada n the 50s and 60s. 763-4186
Pre-Ritual Panic: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7 pm, Common Language, 215 S. Fourth Ave. Learn the chants for fall equinox ritual. Fox, 665-8428
Mass Meeting: Progressive Zionist Caucus 7 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. PZC is concerned with social and political issues in Israel. 769-0500
"Natural Healing with Food and Herbs": Whole Foods Market 7-8:30 pm (see 14 Thu)
"Fire Your Boss": Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
"Human Nature": Performance Network 8 pm, 111 Third St. Jesse Richards & Sister Earth perform this journey into the darkest and brightest aspects of the human condition, $12/$9 studs & srs (Thurdays are pay-what-you-can nights). 995-2972
Jazz Jam III: Oz's Music Environment 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm. 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Live Jazz: Leonardo's 8-10 pm (see 7 Thu)
Stunt Johnson Theater: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Skits, parodies & total comedy mayhem, $10. 996-9080
Thursday Nite Live: U-Club 9 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. Groove Monkey Atmosphere (Hendrix-like). For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests, $3. 763-8426
Il-V-l Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
Ron Brooks Trio Featuring Eddie Russ 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
Meeting: Queer Unity Project 10 pm (see 14 Thu)
22 Friday
"Marriage Saver" Weekend Seminar: Catholic Social Services 7-10 pm, 117 N. Division. Program for couples wishing to rebuild their relationship. Continues Sat 9:30 am-4 pm, $195. Register, Deborah Bailey, 662-4534
Meeting: Asian Pacific Les/Gay/Bi Social Group 7 pm (see 1 Fri)
Chore: PJ's No-Kickdrum Acoustic Concert Series 7:30 pm, 617B Packard. Young, slammin' and quirky rock'n'rollers. 663-3441
"Bare Foot Gen": A2 Film Co-op 7:30 & 9 pm. Angell Hall Aud. A. Japanese animated account of a child's heroic survival the day of the bombing of Hiroshima, $4. 769-7787
"Divination Techniques": Magical Educational Council of A2 7:30 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. (behind the co-op house). Discussion. 665-3522
Meetings: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
The Western Jazz Quartet: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave., $8-$12/$5 studs. 769-2999
Norma Gentile: Crazy Wisdom Lecture Series 8-9:30 pm, 206 N. Fourth Ave. Music-making for body, mind & spirit. Chant and listen to music, $3. 665-2757
Open Mic Night: U-Club 8 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests. 763-8426
Doug Horn Jazz Group: Leonardo's 8-10 pm, N. Campus Commons. 764-7544
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 8-9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Human Nature": Performance Network 8 pm (see 21 Thu)
RFD Boys: The Alt 8 pm (see 9 Sat)
Stunt Johnson Theater: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 21 Thu)
Lori LeFevre: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley. Vocalist w Ron Brooks trio, $5. 662-8310
The Mutes: The Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Acoustic band, with Sleepy Head (fee). 663-7758
23 Saturday
Speakers' Bureau Training: LGBPO 9 am-5 pm, 3116 Mich. Union. Two days of training (thru 24 Sun) - participants must attend both days. Learn to educate others about LGB lives. Pre-register, 763-4186
M-14 Clean-Up: Sierra Club 9 am. A2 City Mall Parking Lot. Two-mile stretch of highway clean-up. Snacks provided. Rain date: 30 Sat. 995-1396
Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec. 10 am-noon (see 9 Sat)
Cycling: Steer Queer Bicycle Group 10:30 am (see 2 Sat)
Store Tour: Whole Foods 1 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Explore how to shop for foods that are healthy, nutritious and tasty. Appetizing samples will be available along the way. Pre-register or arrange a private tour for your group, 971-3366
Fall Equinox Ritual: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 2-5 pm, Botsford Rec. Preserve, 301 5 Miller. Celebrate this ancient Celtic tradition. Fox, 665-8428
Apple Picking: Jewish Cultural Society 2 pm, Wasem Orchards, 6580 Judd Road, Milan. 665-5761
"The Making of 'The Gay and Lesbian Literary Heritage'": LGBPO 3 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. Claude Summers. Prof. of Humanities at U-M Dearborn, presents the first lecture in our "Outin the Academy" series. 763-4186
Free Mini-Concert for Families and Young People with Mr. B: Kerrytown Concert House 4 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Mr. B will play and talk about blues and boogie-woogie on the piano. Free to families & young people, $5 for adults who want to "sit in." 769-2999
"Silent Witness": A2 Film Co-op 7:30 & 9 pm, Angell Hall Aud. A. Documentary of the threats to Holocaust memorials at Dachau and Auschwitz, $4. 769-7787
Cards & Games Night at The Farm: Older Lesbians Organizing (OLO) 7:30-midnight, call for location. Open to women of all ages. Jan, 428-8824
Opening Night Gala Concert: A2 Symphony Orchestra 8 pm, Mich. Theater, $15-$25 (discounts for srs, studs & children). 994-4801
Herb Ellis with Ted Allan & Terry Holmes: 7th House 8 pm (doors), 7 N. Saginaw, Pontiac. Jazz guitarist extraordinaire, $20 reserved/$15 gen. admission. 810-335-8100
"Human Nature": Performance Network 8 pm (see 21 Thu)
Astronomy: A2 Parks & Rec. 8:30-11 pm, Leslie Science Ctr., 1831 Traver. View stars, planets & the moon- for all ages. 662-7802
Stunt Johnson Theater: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 21 Thu)
Lori LeFevre: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm (see 22 Fri)
The Prodigals: The Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Surf & blues (fee). 663-7758
Dance: U-Club 10 pm, 1st fI. Mich. Union. For UM studs, staff, faculty & guests, $3. 763-8426
24 Sunday
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 9 am (see 3 Sun)
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 9:30 am (see 3 Sun)
Lakeland Trail Bike Ride: Sierra Club 10 am, carpool from Maple Village Parking Lot near Fox Theater. Ride this "rails to trails" pathway for 25 miles round trip from Pinckney to Stockbridge or 14 miles from Pinckney to Gregory. 994-5456
Jewish Adult Education: Jewish Cultural Society 10 am, Jewish Community Center, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. Lecture on the Jewish calendar and holidays, $3 (members free). 665-5761
Weekly Chinese Meditation: International Yan Xin Qigong Assn. 10:30 am-noon (see 3 Sun)
Chronic Fatigue/Immune Deficiency Support Group: A2 Center for Indep. Living 1-3 pm, 2568 Packard. 971-0277, 971-0310 (TDD)
Bicycle Maintenance Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec. 1-3 pm, Gallup Park Meeting Rm., 3000 Fuller Rd. Teaches basic bike repair, cleaning & adjustment skills, $5. Pre-register, 662-9319
"Upstairs at Borders": Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. Shpil will play traditional Jewish music. 668-6652
Family Dance Series: A2 Parks & Rec. 2-4:30 pm, Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard Rd. Squares, contras, and other country dances with live music. For all ages - no experience necessary, $6 (family rates available). David, 483-4124
"Human Nature": Performance Network 2 pm & 8 pm (see 21 Thu)
"Translated Woman": Office of Major Events 3 pm, Mendelssohn Theatre. Play about a Mexican woman's life and struggles, $5/$3 UM students/$2 children. 763-TKTS
The Complete Beethoven Sonatas - Program 1: U-M School of Music 4 pm, School of Music Recital Hall. U-M faculty members Anton Nel, piano, and Andrew Jennings, violin. 763-0594
Meeting: Amnesty International 4:30 pm (see 10 Sun)
Live Jazz 'n Dinner: U-Club 6-8:30 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. U-M Jazz Studies Group. For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests. 763-8426
Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm (see 3 Sun)
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Rosh Hashanah Observance: Jewish Cultural Society 6:30 pm, Jewish Community Center, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. Readings, meditation, music & refreshments, $12/$28 per household (members free & srs by donation). 665-5761
Il-V-I Orchestra: The Heidelberg 7-9:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
"A2's Gift Was the Turning Point": A2-Juigalpa Sister City Comm. 7:30 pm, 1st Baptist Church, 512 E. Huron (enter on Washington). Recent slides of Nicaragua by Phyllis Ponvert. 663-1870
Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Christine Lavin: 7th House 8 pm (doors), 7 N. Saginaw, Pontiac. Folk music's roving goodwill ambassador, $20 reserved/$15 gen. admission. 810-335-8100
A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 3 Sun)
Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session 9 pm (see 3 Sun)
25 Monday
Coffee & Chat: State Sen. Alma Wheeler Smith 7-9 am, Cafe Marie, 1759 Plymouth Rd. Informal discussion about state issues. 800-344-ALMA
Rosh Hashanah Celebration: Jewish Cultural Society noon, Delhi Metropark, Huron River Dr. (meet at first parking lot). Potluck lunch, discussion & walk. 665-5761
Women's Support Group: LGBPO 5 pm (see 4 Mon)
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group 7 pm (see 4 Mon)
Social for Lesbians, Bisexuals & Gay Men: Canterbury House 9 pm (see 4 Mon)
Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 4 Mon)
26 Tuesday
Tenant Talk: A2 Tenants Union 6 pm, WCBN 88.3 FM. 763-3500
Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Labor Film & Video Series: Industrial Workers ot the World 7:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Meeting: Living with HIV 7:30-9 pm (see 5 Tue)
Kocher/Keller Quartet 9 pm (see 5 Tue)
27 Wednesday
Mich. Prisoner Rights Advocacy Training: Amer. Friends Service Comm. Call for times and location. Intensive four-day workshop on the history and policies of the Mich. Dept. of Corrections, the issues facing Mich. prisoners, and advocacy techniques. Participants must be willing to volunteer 12 hours/month after training. $15-$50 (sliding scale). 761-8283
Muscular Dystrophy Support Group: A2 Center for Indep. Living 1-3 pm, 2568 Packard. 971-0277, 971-0310 (TDD)
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 6 Wed)
Video-"lsraeli Soldiers in Gaza, Before and During Palestinian Autonomy": Hillel 7 pm, 1429 Hill. 769-0500
Meeting: Coalition Against the Contract "On" America 7 pm (see 6 Wed)
Shamanic Journeys: The Seeker 7:30 pm (see 6 Wed)
Weekly Meeting: Reform Havurah 7:30 pm (see 20 Wed)
Gary Negbaur: Leonardo's 8-10 pm, N. Campus Commons. Bluesy pianist. 764-7544
Open Stage w/Carla Sciaky: The Ark 8 pm (see 13 Wed)
Wednesday Nite Flicks: U-Club 9 pm (see 13 Wed)
Ron Brooks Trio w/Rick Roe 9 pm (see 6 Wed)
28 Thursday
Meeting: BGALLA 5:15 pm (see 14 Thu)
Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Shulcan Ivrit: Hillel 5:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Positive Women's Support Group: HARC 6:30-8:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Frontrunners, Walkers: LGBPO 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Coffee Hour: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7 pm, Espresso Royale Caffe, 214 S. Main. Informal discussion. Fox, 665-8428
TVQ-The Question of Equality": LGBPO 7 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. Sneak preview of new PBS series on the LGB civil rights movement. 763-4186
"Upstairs at Borders": Borders 7 pm, 612 E. Liberty. Appalachian bailad singer Betty Smith. 668-6652
"Natural Healing with Food and Herbs": Whole Foods Market 7-8:30 pm (see 14 Thu)
"Fire Your Boss": Industrial Workers of the World 7:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
"Loose Threads": Performance Network 8 pm, 408 W. Washington. Dance and performance pieces by Terri Sarris with members of People Dancing Co. and Dance Gallery (fee). 663-0696
Acoustic Jam IV: Oz's Music Environment 8 pm, 1920 Packard. Jam session for musicians, singers and songwriters, hosted by Steve Osburn. Smoke-free, $1 (musicians tree). 662-3683
Monte Warden & the Lonesharks: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Young rocker from Austin, Texas, $12.50. 761-1800
Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm. 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Live Jazz: Leonardo's 8-10 pm (see 7 Thu)
Leo Dufour: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Goofy Canadian, $10. 996-9080
Thursday Nite Live: U-Club 9 pm, 1st fl. Mich. Union. Jim Grant (acoustic pop/rock). For U-M studs, staff, faculty & guests, $3. 763-8426
Ron Brooks Trio Featuring Eddie Russ: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
J Mascis: Prism Productions 9:30 pm (doors), Blind Pig, 208 S. First. Frontman for Dinosaur Jr. plays an acoustic show, $10 adv. 99-MUSIC
Meeting: Queer Unity Project 10 pm (see 14 Thu)
"Jimmy's Eyes": Performance Network 10:30 pm, 408 W. Washington. Documentary about eye surgery and the social construction of masculinity (fee). 663-0696
29 Friday
"Ancient Nubia: Egypt's Rival in Africa": Kelsey Museum of Archaeology 434 S. State. Exhibit of a wide variety of artifiacts from Africa's diverse and sophisticated Nubian civilization, circa 3100 BC to AD 400 - thru 15 Dec. 764-9304
Michigania Weekend: UMGALAS Join the UM Gay and Lesbian Alumni Society for a weekend of fun, frolic, and learning at U-M's alumni relreat, Camp Michigania. Pre-register, fee. 763-4186
"Michigan Organic Harvest Festival": Mich. Organic Food & Farm Alliance Washtenaw Comm. College. Celebration of Michigan's organic farmers features presentations, educational workshops, exhibits, information booths, a farmers' market & children's activities. 439-8249
"What's for Dinner?": Whole Foods Market 3-7 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Cooking demonstration of organic eggplant parmesan - samples will be provided along with side dish ideas and recipes. 971-3366
Harvest Evening: A2 Parks & Rec. 5-9 pm, Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard Rd. Apple cider pressing, candle dipping & more, $2/$6 per family. 994-2928
"Chicken Hawk: Men Who Love Boys" : A2 Film Co-op 7, 8:30 & 10 pm, Nat. Sci. Aud. Five members of the controversial pedophile organization NAMBLA explain "the joys of boy loving," $4. 769-7787
Meeting: Asian Pacific Les/Gay/Bi Social Group 7 pm (see 1 Fri)
Wandering Sailors: PJ's No-Kickdrum Acoustic Concert Series 7:30 pm, 617B Packard. Unique acoustic stylings. 663-3441
Patty Larkin: The Ark 7:30 & 9:30 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. A favorite on the national "urban folk" circuit, $12. 761-1800
Meetings: Lesbians, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA & Alanon 7:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
Cecilia Bartoli: Univ. Musical Society 8 pm, Hill Aud. Mezzo-soprano with pianist Stephen Blier, $20-$55. 764-2538
Lunar Octet: Leonardo's 8-10 pm, N. Campus Commons. Jazz & Latin rhythms. 764-7544
"Loose Threads": Performance Network 8 pm (see 28 Thu)
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics 8-9:30 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Weekend Comedy": Purple Rose Theatre Co. 8 pm (see 2 Sat)
Leo Dufour: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 28 Thu)
Paul Vornhagen Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 207 S. Ashley, $5. 662-8310
Seam: Prism Productions 9:30 pm (doors), Blind Pig, 208 S. First, $6 adv. 99-MUSIC
Groove Monkey Atmosphere: The Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Blues, rock, jammin' trio (fee). 663-7758
"Artists Under Siege: Sarajevo Arts Festival in Ann Arbor": Performance Network 10:30 pm, 408 W. Washington. Video documentary about the 1993 festival (fee). 663-0696
30 Saturday
"The Very Busy Spider": A2 Parks & Rec. 10:30-noon, Leslie Science Ctr., 1831 Traver. Children ages 3-5 will seek out spiders on a nature hike, $6. Pre-register, 662-7802
Cycling: Steer Queer Bicycle Group 10:30 am (see 2 Sat)
"Arachnids!": A2 Parks & Rec. 1-2:30 pm, Leslie Science Ctr., 1831 Traver. Children ages 6-9 will participate in a "web hunt," $6. Pre-register, 662-7802
James Moody, saxophonist: Kerrytown Concert House 7 & 9 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Moody's CD-release party with Eddie Russ, Paul Keller and Pete Siers, $10-$25. 769-2999
Sol y Canto: The Ark 8 pm, 637-1/2 S. Main. Six-piece band celebrating Latin heritage, $12.50. 761-1800
"Loose Threads": Performance Network 8 pm (see 28 Thu)
Astronomy: A2 Parks & Rec. 8:30-11 pm (see 23 Sat)
Leo Dufour: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 28 Thu)
Frank Allison & the Odd Sox: Blind Pig 9:30 pm (doors), 208 S. First. 996-8555
Paul Vornhagen Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm (see 29 Fri)
"Jimmy's Eyes": Performance Network 10:30 pm (see 28 Thu)