September

 To publicize October Calendar events, send information by September 15 to AGENDA, 220 S. Main St., A2, Ml 48104. All locations are in Ann Arbor unless otherwise noted.

1 Sunday    Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 10:30 am, call for location. Kelly 663-0036 or Charley 482-2450. Living History Day: A2 Parks & Rec 1-5 pm, Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard Rd. Theme: "Herb Harvesting & Drying," $1-$1.50. 994-2928 . "Coupe de Grass: Upstairs at Borders 1 pm, Borders Books & Music, 612 E. Liberty. Bluegrass by Glenn Bering and friends. 668-7652. Graduate LGBT Welcome Picnic: LGBPO & others 2-6 pm, Wheeler Park picnic shelter, 4th Ave. and Summit St. Bring your own grillins' and a dessert (A-H); a side dish (IQ); or an appetizer (R-Z), as indicated by the first letter of your last name. 763-4186. Coming Out Workshop: Queer Unity Project 2-4 pm, Mich. Union Pond Room. Presenters will tell coming out stories and answer questions. 763-4186. Students Involved in the Global Neighborhood: Guild House 5-6:30 pm, 802 Monroe. Opportunity for students to share a free dinner and explore different philosophical and religious perspectives. 662-5189. Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm, 122 W. Washington. Live music. 761-2530. Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals: Tree of Life Metropolitan Community Church 6 pm, 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 677-1418. Queer Pool Night: LGBP0 6-8 pm, Billiards Room, Mich. Union 2nd floor, $4hr. 763-4186. Meeting: Huron Valley Greens 6:30-8:30 pm, 548 S. Main St. Discussion of Ralph Nader and Gaia Kile campaigns. 663-3555. Mezuzah Making & Deli Dinner: Hillel 6:30 pm, Markley Dorm. Supplies and food provided! 769-0500. Il-V-I Orchestra: Heidelberg 7-9:30 pm, 215 N. Main. Big band jazz, $3. 663-7758. Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm, downstairs (back entrance), 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 721-2081. Strange Affliction: Arbor Brewing Co. 9pm-12am, 114 E. Washington. Contemporary acoustic folk-rock duo. 213-1393. A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm, 208 S. First St. Guest musicians join house band, The Terraplanes, $2. 971-2469. Jazz Jam Session: Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am, 207 S. Ashley. With Paul Feinkbeiner & Friends. 662-8310.

2 Monday    Druid's Picnic: Shining Lakes Grove 1 pm, 38 Nickle Ct., Milan. 665-8428. Picnic & Volleyball: Hillel 5 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Play or hang out, lots of great food. 769-0500. Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:15-9:15 pm, A2 Civic Theater, 2275 Platt Rd. A lesbian Gay Bi and Trans chorus open for all. Meets every Mon. 741-8000 x140 HIV & Recovery: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm, meets every Monday. For HIV-positive men and women who face the complex issues of being both HlV-positive and chemically dependent. 800-578-2300. "The Incredibly True Adventures of Two Girls in Love": Queer Unity Project 8 pm, Mich. Union Kuenzel Room. Romantic comedy about two teens who experience the joys of first love together. 763-4186. Mondays in Leonardos: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm. 2101 Bonisteel, North Campus. Randy Napoleon plays classic bebop. 764-7544. Monday Night Out Group: LGBPO 9 pm, Lord of Light Lutheran Church, 801 S. Forest. A social for lesbians, bisexual people, and gay men. 763-4186. Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm-1 am, Bird of Paradise, 207 S. Ashley. 12-piece big band jazz, $3. 662-8310.

3 Tuesday   Auditions: Ann Arbor Cantata Singers By appointment at Ypsilanti High School. 761-6145. Israel Tuesday News Schmooze: American Movement for Israel 6 pm, Hillel. 1429 Hill St. Kosher dinner and discussion. 769-0500. String Finger Fun: A2 District Library 6-7 pm, Main Library Multi Purpose Room. Learn how to make a cat's cradle and more. For ages 8 and up. Registration required. 994-2345. Free HIV Antibody Testing: HIV AIDS Resource Center 6-10 pm. For gay and bisexual men. Confidential. 800-578-2300. Tenant Talk: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-6:30 pm. Call-in radio show with Pattrice Maurer of the A2 Tenants Union. 763-3500. Meeting: Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm. Meets every Tue. Call Alan or Marion for location. 662-2222. "After the Stand - Making Public Policies & Private Actions Work for Children": Peace lnSight7 pm, CTN, Cable Channel 9. Broadcast of panel discussion with locally-elected state and national representatives. 769-7422. Living With HIV: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm, every Tue. Support group for men and women. Call HARC for info. 800-578-2300. Video Planning Meeting: Peace InSight 5 pm, Expresso Royale Caffe II, 214 S. Main. Help produce shows for local cablecast on peace and social justice issues. 761-7749. Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8:15 pm, Kimball High School, Royal Oak. Charley 482-2450 or Kelly 663-0036. Sprobay: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm-12 am, 114 E. Washington. Contemporary acoustic folk-rock trio with strong vocal harmonies. 213-1393. Acid Jazz Night: Prism/Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am, Bird of Paradise, 207 S. Ashley. DJ spinning hip-bop and acid jazz favorites, $3. 662-8310.

4 Wednesday    Auditions: Ann Arbor Cantata Singers (see 3 Tue). Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm. Closets R 4 Clothes (6 pm) shares the hour with Radio Q (6:30 pm). News and more for the Les/Bi/Gay communities. 763-3500. Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals: Tree of Life Metropolitan Comm. Church 6 pm, 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 677-1418. Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30-8 pm, SAFE House, 4100 Clark Rd. For lesbian survivors of lesbian battering. 973-0242 x201. Living With HIV: HlV/AlDS Resource Center 7:30 pm, every Wed. Support group for men and women. Call HARC for info. 800-578-2300. Shamanic Journeys: Magical Education Council 7:30 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. Simplified approach to shamanic traditions. 665-3522. U-M Folk Dancing Club: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10:30 pm, Leonardo's, 2101 Bonisteel, North Campus. Learn line, circle and couple dances from around the world, no partner needed. 662-4258. Composer Experience Lecture Series: Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra 8 pm, SKR Classical, 523 E. Liberty. With Prof. William G. Rosenberg. Topic: "The Deaths of Stalin," $5 donation. 994-4801. Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Committee 8 pm, Mich. Union. Group organized around human rights in Latin America. 663-0173 Open House for Undergrads. Grads, and Professionals: Hillel 8-10 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Learn about Jewish life on campus and the 25 active Hillel-affiliated groups, refreshments. 769-0500. Portuguese Rodeo Clown Company: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Improvisation comedy, $6/$3students. 741-0022. Ann Arbor Irish Ensemble: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm-12 am, 114 E. Washington. Traditional Irish folk music. 213-1393. Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am, 207 S. Ashley. With Bassist Ron Brooks, pianist and drummer TBA.S3. 662-8310.

5 Thursday   Tyke Program- Bug Out!: A2 Parks & Rec Session 1: 10:30-11:30 am. Session 2: 1-2:30 pm, Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver. Children ages 4-5 will stalk, sweep, and snag insects in preparation for Bug Fest, $25. Pre-register 662-7802. Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm, 802 Monroe. Group organized to address the problems of poverty and homelessness. 930-0601. Shulchan Ivrit: Hillel 5:30 pm, downstairs, Cava Java (corner of East Univ. and S. Univ.). Practice your Hebrew in a fun, social atmosphere. 769-0500. Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7-9 pm, Common Language Bookstore, 215 S. 4th Ave. Topic: "The Arts of Our People." 665-8428. Drum Circle: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, meets first Thursdays, 1920 Packard Rd. Open stage with host Reba DeVine. Perform or listen. 662-8283. Positive Women's Group: HlV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm, meets alternate Thursdays. Group for HIV-positive women. 800-578-2300. Composer Lecture Concert Series: Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra 8 pm, SKR Classical, 523 E. Liberty. With James E. Leonard. Topic: "DSCH? Who is DSCH: Shostakovich in His 10th Symphony," $5 donation. 994-4801 "My Favorite Year": Ann Arbor Civic Theatre 8 pm, Civic Playhouse, 2275 Platt Rd. Riotous romantic comedy in the style of the '50s and '60s with a cast of 25 and a full orchestra, call for ticket prices. 971-2228. Thursdays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm, 2101 Bonisteel, North Campus. Live jazz. 764-7544. Tim Cavanagh: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Musical, whimsical comedy, $10. 741-0022. Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm, 1585 Franklin, Detroit. Big band jazz, $2. 313-259-1374. Al Hill: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm-12 am, 114 E. Washington. Boogie woogie blues and New Orleans funk. 213-1393. Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am (see 4 Wed). Bubblicious: Heidelberg 10 pm -1:30 am, 215 N. Main. Acid jazz DJ, $3. 663-7758.

6 Friday    Disarmament Group Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon, ICPJ office, 730 Tappan. Plan for Admiral Eugene Carroll's talk on military spending (see 28 Sat). 663-1870. Open House: LGBPO 4-7 pm.LGBPO Lounge, Mich. Union 3rd floor. Meet new and old friends, learn about fall activities, refreshments. 763-4186. "After the Stand. ..": Peace InSight 7 pm (see 3 Tue). Kickoff Shabbat: Hillel 7 pm Hillel. 1429 Hill St. Home-cooked Shabbat dinner (free for U-M newcomers). Reservations required. 769-0500. Meeting: Queer AsianPacific Islanders 7:30 pm, call for location. Meets every Fri. 763-4186. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm, 408 W. Washington. Preview performance (thru 8 Sun, opening 12 Thu) of Ari Roth's (U-M Theater Dept.) new play commissioned by the Manhattan Theater Club which examines the interrelationship of Jewish and AfricanAmericans. Directed by Gilbert McCauley and featuring Broadway actor Peter Birkenhead, $12/$9 studs & srs (Thu is "pay-what-you-can"). 663-0681. Dance: PFLAG Ann Arbor 8-11 pm, St. Andrew's Church, 306 N. Division St. For lesbian, gay & bi youth & friends, Middle & High School age. Chemical free. 741-0659. Benefit Concert: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. 4th Ave. Roger Chard (baritone)and Maurita Holland (pianist) in an "Evening of Song," $10-$13. 769-2999. "My Favorite Year": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm (see 5 Thu). Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8:15 pm, Kimball High School, Royal Oak. Charley 482-2450 or Kelly 663-0036. Tim Cavanagh: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 5 Thu). John Agopian: Cafe Zola 9-11 pm, 112 W. Washington. Playing flamenco guitar. 769-2020. Ju Tan, TBA, Jo Serrapera: Gypsy Cafe 9, 10, & 11 pm, 214 N. 4th Ave. Three different local musical performances on the hour. 994-3940. Paul Keller/Cary Kocher Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm- 1:30 am, 207 S. Ashley. Playing jazz from their new Schoolkids' CD, "Pipe & Slippers," $5. 662-8310. Mushroom Stew: Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Local acid jazz band, with opening act, Dave Dale & The Blues Control, $3. 663-7758.

7 Saturday    Dundee Downtown Day: Dundee Jaycee's 9 am-5 pm. Arts & crafts, yard sales (map provided), events, and entertainment. 279-1350. Free HIV Antibody Testing: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 10am-2 pm. For gay and bisexual men. Confidential. 800-578-2300. Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec. 10 am-noon, Gallup Park Canoe Livery. Basic techniques, $7.50 (includes canoe). Pre-register 662-9319. Outing: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 10 am, meet at Arborland parking lot. Day trip to Renaissance Festival in Holly. 665-8428. Candidates' Meeting: Gray Panthers of Huron Valley 10 am-12:30 pm, Senior Health Building, McCauley Hospital (St. Joe's). With candidates Lynn Rivers, Joseph Simmons and Debbie Stabenow. 995-5229. Oktoberfest '96: Heidelberg noon8 pm, 215 N. Main. First annual dancing-in-the-street (Ann St.) party with live German entertainment, food and beverages. 663-7758. 68th Season Opener: A2 Symphony Orchestra 8 pm, Michigan Theater. Maestro Wong begins his fifth season with a dramatic Russian program, $15-$25. 994-4801. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm, preview performance (see 6 Fri). "My Favorite Year": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm (see 5 Thu). Benefit Concert: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm (see 7 Fri). Tim Cavanagh: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 5 Thu). TBA, Lisa Mueller & David Chrzanowski. Rollie Tussing III: Gypsy Cafe 9,10, & 11 pm, 214 N. 4th Ave. Three different local musical performances on the hour. 994-3940. Paul Keller/Cary Kocher Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9:30 (see 6 Fri) .Wilbert Rawles Project: Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Delta blues band with reggae and world beat opening act, Mau Mau International, $3. 663-7758.

8 Sunday    Meeting: Unscouts call for time, Eastern Accents (on 4th Ave. across from Common Language). Group for bisexual and bi-friendly women, 22+ years. 763-4186. Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 10:30 am (see 1 Sun). Oktoberfest '96: Heidelberg noon-6 pm (see 7 Sat). Kids Open Stage: Oz's Music 1 pm, meets 2nd Sun of each month, 1920 Packard Rd. Open stage for the young ones. Perform or listen. 662-8283. Bugfest: A2 Parks & Rec 1-4 pm, Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver. Activities and exhibits for the whole family, $4/$15 family. Pre-register 662-7802. AASOFrenchHorn Quartet: Upstairs at Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. Live classical music. 668-7652. World Literacy Day Celebration: A2 District Library 2-4 pm, Main Library Multi-Purpose Room. Cosponsored by Washtenaw Literacy. Activities for the whole family, refreshments. 994-2345. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 2 & 7 pm, preview performances (see 6 Fri) ."After the Stand. ..": Peace InSight 2 pm (see 3 Tue). Students Involved in the Global Neighborhood: Guild House 5 pm (see 1 Sun). Barbeque Bash: American Movement for Israel 6 pm, 1111 S. Forest. Food and music. 769-0500. Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 1 Sun). Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm (see 1 Sun). Meeting: Amnesty International Community Group 7-8 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. 662-5189. Il-V-I Orchestra: Heidelberg 7 pm (see 1 Sun). Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7.30 pm (see 1 Sun). Introducing Israeli Dancing: Hillel 8-10 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Learn the basics (veteran dancers welcome), $2.50. 769-0500. Strange Affliction: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 1 Sun). A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 1 Sun). Jazz Jam Session:Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 1 Sun).

9 Monday    Women's Support Group 5 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3116 Mich. Union. Every Mon. Open to all women. 763-4186. Meeting: Labor Party of Washtenaw County 7pm, Wooden Spoon Books, 200 N. 4th Ave. Organizing on behalf of the U.S. Labor Party. 913-4691. Healing Herbs for Your Nervous System: Whole Foods Market 7-8:30 pm, location TBA. Learn how to overcome insomnia and beat stress and depression herbally. Register 971-3366. Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:15 pm (see 2 Mon). HIV & Recovery: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 2 Mon). Mass Meeting & Bar Night: Jewish Law Students Union 8pm, Lawyer's Club, Law Quad. Learn about JLSU and socialize at local watering hole. 769-0500. Mondays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm. (see 2 Mon) Group: Monday Night Out 9 pm (see 2 Mon). Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 2 Mon).

10 Tuesday    Brown-Bag Seminar Series: Domestic Violence/SAFE House noon-2 pm, 4100 Clark Rd. Topic: "Domestic Violence and the Workplace." 973-0242 x202. Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec 5:30-7:30 pm (see 7 Sat). Tenant Talk: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-6:30 pm (see 3 Tue). Free HIV Antibody Testing: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 6-1 0 pm (see 3 Tue). Israel Tuesday News Schmooze: American Movement for Israel 6 pm (see 3 Tue). Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 3 Tue). Deepwater Aerobics Program: A2 Parks & Rec 6:45-7:30 pm, Mack Indoor Pool, 715 Brooks St. For all fitness levels. Meets Tue and Thu thru Oct 10, $3/$20 series. 994-2898. Mass Meeting: LGBT People of Color 7 pm, 3110 Michigan (enter thru Counseling Services). Social and informational meeting. 763-4186. "The White Scarf Movement": Peace InSight 7 pm, CTN, Cable Channel 9. Broadcast of film about nonviolent movement in Georgia (formerly of the Soviet Union). 769-7422. Origami Demo: A2 District Library 7-8 pm, Main Library Multi-Purpose Room. Learn paper folding projects for the whole family with Don Shall. Registration is required. 994-2345. "The New Global Economy": Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, 1st Baptist Church, Washington near State St. ICPJ videotape on the effects of "free trade." 663-1870. Meeting: Amnesty International Group 61 7:30 pm, Mich. Union. Local chapter of independent worldwide movement. 668-0660. Living With HIV: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue). U-M Folk Dancing Club: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8 pm (see 4 Wed). Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8:15 pm (see 3 Tue). Sprobay: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 3 Tue). Acid Jazz Night: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 3 Tue).

11 Wednesday    Sukkah Building: Hillel 5 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. 769-0500. Second Wednesday Supper Forum: Guild House 5:15-7:1 5 pm, 802 Monroe. Rice and beans supper followed by forum and discussion.Topic: "Politics and Ethics," $5. 662-5189. Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 4 Wed). Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 4 Wed). Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Auditions: "Talk to Us" and "Residence Hall Repertory Troupe" 7-9 pm, West Quad, Wedge Room. Theater groups committed to examining crucial social issues. No prior acting experience necessary. 747-3525. Meeting: Southeast Mich.'s Naturists and Nude Beach Advocates 7-8:30 pm, Dominick's Restaurant, 812 Monroe. Discuss and plan social, educational, and political events related to social nude issues. 475-9198. Mass Meeting: Consider 7:30 pm, Mich. Union. Join the staff of Consider, a campus-wide weekly publication with 10,000 readers (avail. on campus every Monday during school year). 769-0500. Shamanic Journeys: Magical Education Council 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Living With HIV: HlV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm. 8 pm (see 4 Wed). Portuguese Rodeo Clown Company: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Ann Arbor Irish Ensemble: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 4 Wed). Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 4 Wed).

12 Thursday    Racial & Economic Justice Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon-1:30 pm, ICPJ office, 730 Tappan. 663-1870. Shulchan Ivrit: Hiliel 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu). Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu). Deepwater Aerobics Program: A2 Parks & Rec 6:45-7:30 pm (see 10 Tue). Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7-9 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. Monthly business meeting. 665-8428. TVQ: LGBPO 7 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3rd Floor Mich. Union. Queer telly, video, and film night. 763-4186. Auditions: "Talk to Us" and "Residence Hall Repertory Troupe" 7-9 pm (see 11 Wed). Family, Friends, & Caregivers Support Group: HlV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm, meets alternate Thursdays. Group addresses the emotional needs of individuals who care about for people living with HIV/AIDS. 800-578-2300. Songwriters Open Mic: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard Rd. Songwriters perform and talk about their songs. Open stage with host Jim Novak. Perform or listen. 662-8283. Grand Opening: The Ark 8 pm. 316 S. Main St. A2's premier acoustic club, The Ark, begins a new era in its new downtown location. Star-studded cast includes Greg Brown, Chenille Sisters, Andy Breckman and more, $25. 761-1800. "All My Sons": Riverside Arts Center 8 pm, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti. A PTD production of a 1947 play about a factory owner who sells detective airplane parts to the military and must live with the consequences, $12/$9 students and seniors. 483-7345. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm. World premiere and opening night! (see 6 Fri). "My Favorite Year": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm (see 5 Thu). Thursdays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm. Live jazz. (see 5 Thu). Open House: Community Television Network 8:30 pm, Edison Center, 425 S. Main, Suite LL114. Meet CTN staff, view equipment demos, refreshments. 769-7422. Claudia Sherman: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. NYC-based "wacko,"$10. 741-0022. AI HiII: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 5 Thu). Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 5 Thu). Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 4 Wed). Mass Meeting: Queer Unity Project 10 pm, Mich. Union (ask at CIC desk). Campus group working to overcome discrimination against lesbian, gay, and bisexual people. All are welcome. 763-4186. DJ Bubblicious: Heidelberg 10 pm (see 5 Thu).

13 Friday    Festifall: LGBPO & others 11 am-4 pm, U-M Diag. Visit the LGBPO and a host of other Queer (and non-queer) organizations. Learn how and where to get involved. 763-4186. Cooking with Japanese Pasta: Whole Foods Market 2-7 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Techniques and recipes. 971-3366. 5:01 Party on Main Street A2 Blues &Jazz Festival 5:01 pm, Main Street between Liberty and William. Festival kickoff - jazzy street party with the Paul Vornhagen Quartet. 996-4553. "The White Scarf Movement": Peace InSight 6 pm (see 10 Tue). Lisa Hunter: PJ's Records 7-8 pm, 619 Packard. In-store performance by former Jane Doe member, Lisa Hunter: songs with understated instrumentation from her new CD, "Solid Ground." 663-3441. "A Great Day in Harlem": A2 Blues & Jazz Festival 7 pm, Michigan Theater. Film, $6/$5 students. 996-4553. Bardic Night: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 7-11 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. Free-form readings, songs, poems. 665-3522. Washtenaw Trombones: Kerrytown Concert House 7:30 pm, 415 N. 4th Ave. Trombone chamber ensembles, $4-$7. Reservations 769-2999. Second Friday Discussion: Older Lesbians Organizing (0L0) 7:30 pm, Common Language Bookstore, 215 S. 4th Ave. Topic: Changes in Body Aging. Open to women of all ages. 769-4750. Meeting: Queer AsianPacific Islanders 7:30 pm (see 6 Fri). Taj Mahal Band: A2 Blues & Jazz Festival 8 pm, Michigan Theater. First A2 performance by Taj Mahal in almost 20 years. Opening act Alvin "Youngblood" Hart, $20 reserved seats. 810-645-6666. James Keelaghan: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main St. Canadian singer songwriter with opening act, Stephen Fearing,$11. 761-1800. "My Favorite Year": A2 Civic Theatre 8pm (see 5 Thu). "All My Sons": Riverside Arts Center 8 pm (see 12 Thu). Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8:15 pm (see 6 Fri). Claudia Sherman: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 12 Thu). Five Guys Named Moe: Cafe Zola 9-11 pm, 112 W. Washington. Acoustic swing. 769-2020. Wallace Roney Quintet: A2 Blues & Jazz Festival 9 & 11 pm, Bird of Paradise, 207 S.Ashley. Miles Davis was so impressed with Roney that following a collaboration at Switzerland's Montreaux Jazz Festival, Davis gave Roney one of his trumpets. Need we say more?, $20. 665-4755. Ben Miller. Patrick Patillo, Tim Monger: Gypsy Cafe 9, 10, & 11 pm, 214 N. 4th Ave. Three different local musical performances on the hour. 994-3940. The Cult Heroes: Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Longstanding A2 rockers led by Hiawatha, $3. 663-7758.

14 Saturday    Free HIV Antibody Testing: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 10 am-2 pm (see 7 Sat) Pharoah Sanders & others: A2 Blues & Jazz Festival gate opens 11 am, Gallup Park. Outdoor venue for legendary weekend music festival (see 13 Fri, 15 Sun also). Sanders headlines today's stellar lineup which includes Terrance Simien & the Mallet Playboys, Sue Foley, Trumpet Summit with the Marcus Belgrave Quintet featuring Louis Smith, John Sinclair & Ed Moss, Al Hill & the Love Butlers. One-day pass at gate $16/two days $25 (students $10/$15), kids under 12 free. 810-645-6666. Open House: Washtenaw Rainbow Action Project (WRAP)11 am.Common Language Bookstore, 215 S. 4th Ave. Serving the Les Bi Gay community. 995-9867. The Art of Sushi: Whole Foods Market 2-7 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Learn how to prepare sushi at home. 971-3366. Basic Witchcraft: Magical Education Council of A2 6 pm, ICC Ed. Center, 1522 Hill St. Informal discussion of the Old Religion of Europe. 665-3522. Dick Siegel: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Poetic, earnest, and hilarious soul of the local songwriting scene, $11. 761-1800. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). "My Favorite Year": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm (see 5 Thu). "All My Sons": Riverside Arts Center 8 pm (see 12 Thu). Claudia Sherman: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 12 Thu). The Wallace Roney Quartet: Ann Arbor Blues & Jazz Festival 9 & 11 pm (see 13 Fri). Lilli Fox, Kate Glahn & Lauren Kingsley. Chris Buhalis: Gypsy Cafe 9, 10, & 11 pm, 214 N. 4th Ave. Three different local musical performances on the hour. 994-3940. Blue Highway: Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Old-fashioned blues band with reggae and world beat opening act, Mau Mau International, $3. 663-7758. Dance Party: Club Fabulous 10 pm-2 am, Rackham Assembly Hall, 4th floor. All ages, chemical-free mega-mix dance party for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people and their friends, $4. 763-4186. "Blues Brothers": A2 Blues & Jazz Festival 10:30 pm, Michigan Theater. Film,$6/$5students. 996-4553.

15 Sunday   "Long Road to Freedom": Art Exhibit Michigan Union Art Lounge, Study Lounge, and Main Lobby (open all Union hours). Extraordinary exhibit of the history of gay and lesbian civil rights movement from Stonewall to the present, as seen through the photographs, cartoons, articles, interviews, advertisements, and covers of The Advocate, the national gay and lesbian magazine. 763-4186. Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 10:30 am (see 1 Sun). Maceo Parken A2 Blues & Jazz Festival 11 am, Gallup Park. Outdoor venue for legendary weekend music festival (see 13 Fri, 14 Sat also). Parker headlines today's lineup which includes Luther Allison, Corey Harris, Dave Douglas String Group, Big Dave & the Ultrasonics, E. LaQuint Weaver & the Hallelujah Singers. (See 14 Sat for ticket info.) Panelmaking Workshop: A2 AIDS Memorial Quilt Display Committee 1 pm-5 pm, Michael's Arts & Crafts, 2723 Oak Valley Dr. Cohosted by the A2 Jaycees Foundation and U-M's Athletic Dept., participants will learn how to make commemorative panels to be part of the AIDS Memorial Quilt Display, Feb. 6-7,1997. 913-9629. Dance Workshop/lnformal Dance Party: Grand Traditions Dance Academy 1 pm/3 pm, Pittsfield Grange Hall, A2-Saline Rd. (1/2 mile south of I-94). Learn the Hambo (1-3 pm) and then dance to live music (3-5 pm), $5 ea/$7.50 both. 429-0014. The Arbor Trio: Upstairs at Borders 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. Classical string trio repertoire. 668-7652. BIuegrass & Old-Time Country Music Jam Sessions 1:30-5 pm, Ypsilanti Freighthouse, Depot Town. Rain or shine, acoustic music only, $2 donation. 930-2680. Gender Free Contra Dance: Ann Arbor Rainbow Contra Dancers 2-5 pm, Mich. League Ballroom, N. University. Traditional American folk dancing with no gender dance roles, beginners welcome, $5-$6. 764-6978. Meeting: Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays PFLAG Ann Arbor 2-5 pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1917 Washtenaw. Speaker John Berchette, of Mich. Pride PAC. 741-0659. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 2 & 7 pm (see 6 Fri). "The White Scarf Movement": Peace InSight 2 pm (see 10 Tue). Students Involved in the Global Neighborhood: Guild House 5 pm (see 1 Sun). Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6 pm (see 1 Sun). Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 1 Sun) Il-V-I Orchestra: Heidelberg 7 pm (see 1 Sun). Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 1 Sun). "All My Sons": Riverside Arts Center 8 pm (see 1 2 Thu). Strange Affliction: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 1 Sun). A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 1Sun). Jazz Jam Session:Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 1 Sun).

16 Monday   Women's Support Group 5 pm (see 9 Mon). Kol HaKavod Auditions: Hillel 6-10 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Try-outs for U-M's Jewish a cappella singing group. 769-0500. Mass Meeting: Prospect 7 pm, place TBA. Join the staff that puts out Prospect a Jewish social/political critique and literary review. 769-0500. Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:15 pm (see 2 Mon). HIV & Recovery: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 2 Mon) Mass Meeting: Israel Michigan Political Affairs Committee 8 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. IMPAC is a student organization dedicated to a strong relationship between the U.S. and Israel. 769-0500. Mondays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm (see 2 Mon). Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 2 Mon). Mass Meeting: Club Fabulous 9 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3rd floor Mich. Union. Help plan A2's best queer dance parties (see 1 4 Sat). 763-4186. Group: Monday Night Out 9 pm (see 2 Mon).

17 Tuesday   Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec 5:30-7:30 pm (see 7 Sat). Tenant Talk: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-6:30 pm (see 3 Tue). Free HIV Antibody Testing: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 6-1 0 pm (see 3 Tue). Israel Tuesday News Schmooze: American Movement for Israel 6 pm (see 3 Tue). Teen Les/Bi/Gay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 3 Tue). Deepwater Aerobics Program: A2 Parks & Rec 6:45-7:30 pm (see 10 Tue). "A Look at the 1996 Klan Rally, A2 Mich.": Peace InSight 7 pm. CTN, Cable Channel 9. Broadcast of scenes from June 22 Klan "recruiting" rally. 769-7422. Facilitator Training: LGBPO 7 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3rd floor Mich. Union. Interested in facilitating a support group? No experience necessary. Training provided for students and community members. 763-4186. Mass Meeting: American Movement tor Israel 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. AMI is U-M's mainstream pro-lsrael organization. 769-0500. Living With HIV:HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue). Middle East Task Force: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, Bethlehem United Church, 423 S.4th Ave. 663-1870. Joel Hastings, Pianist: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Works by Bach, Beethoven and Scarlatti, $5-$10. Reservations 769-2999. Todd Snider: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main St. Acoustic show from a young southern rocker, $11. 761-1800. Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8:15 pm (see 3 Tue). Sprobay: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 3 Tue). Acid Jazz Night: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 3 Tue).

18 Wednesday   5% Day Benefitting Wildflour Community Bakery: Whole Foods Market 9 am-9 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Part of your purchases will benefit Wildflour, a whole grain, not-for-profit, cooperative A2 bakery. 971-3366. Orientation for Home-Schooling Families: A2 District Library 2-3:30 pm, Main Library. Call for info. and to register. 994-2345 Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 4 Wed). Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6 pm (see 4 Wed). Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Mass Meeting: Reform Chavurah 7 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Services, social events , speakers , educational programs and social action projects. 769-0500. "Our Local Heritage": Out in the Academy 7-8:30 pm, Call for location. Past LGBPO Advocates Maureen O'Rourke and Jim Toy look at A2's LGBT history in association with the "Long Road to Freedom" exhibit (see 15 Sun). 763-4186. Meeting: Huron Valley Greens 7- 8:30 pm, Espresso Royale, 214 S. Main, (see 1 Sun). Shamanic Journeys: Magical Education Council 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Living With HIV:HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Open Stage: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Perform or listen, $3. 761-1800. Mass Meeting: Volunteers in Action Hillel 8 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Community service group linking UM students to activities working with homeless people, children, the elderly, and the environment . 769-0500. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). Meeting: Latin American Solidarity Comm. 8 pm (see 4 Wed). U-M Folk Dancing Club: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8 pm (see 4 Wed). Portuguese Rodeo Clown Company: Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Meeting: East Quad Social Group 9 pm, call for location. A social group for students who are lesbians, gays, and bisexuals. 763-4186. Ann Arbor Irish Ensemble: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 4 Wed). Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 4 Wed).

19 Thursday   Educational Program: Washtenaw Rainbow Action Project (WRAP) 11 am, Common Language Bookstore, 215 S. 4th Ave. Serving the Les Bi Gay community. Topic TBA. 995-9867. Dinner for the Homeless: Volunteers in Action Hillel 3-7 pm, First United Methodist Church (across from Olga's). Help prepare (3-5 pm) and serve dinner (5-7 pm). 769-0500. Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu). Shulchan Ivrit: Hillel 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu). Volunteer Training: LGBPO 6 pm.LGBPO Lounge, 3rd floor Mich. Union. Volunteer and intern opportunities with lesbians, gay, and bisexual advocacy office. 763-4186. Kol HaKavod Auditions: Hillel 6-10 pm (see 16 Mon). Deepwater Aerobics Program: A2 Parks & Rec 6:45-7:30 pm (see 10 Tue). The Art of Sushi: Whole Foods Market 7-8:30 pm, location TBA. Learn how to prepare sushi at home. 971-3366. TVQ: LGBPO 7pm (see 12 Thu). Jazz Jam: Oz'sMusic 7:30 - 9:30 pm, 1920 Packard Rd. Open stage with host Michael J. Sommerfeld. Perform or listen. 662-8283. Positive Women's Group: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 5 Thu). Mass Meeting: Jewish Feminist Group 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. For students and women from the A2 community, JFG reflects a wide range of religious and cultural values. 769-0500. Kari Newhouse: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Spare acoustic ballads and high energy full band originals, $8.75. 761-1800. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). "My Favorite Year": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm (see 5 Thu). Thursdays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm. Live jazz. (see 5 Thu). "All My Sons": Riverside Arts Center 8 pm (see 12 Thu). Marc Price: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 9 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Seasoned stand up comic, $12. 741-0022. Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 5 Thu). Al Hill: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 5 Thu). Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 4 Wed). Meeting: Queer Unity Project 10 pm (see 12 Thu). DJ Bubblicious: Heidelberg 10 pm (see 5 Thu).

20 Friday  Disarmament Group Meeting: ICPJ noon (see 6 Fri). "1996 Klan Rally": Peace InSight 6 pm (see 17 Tue). Lisa Waterbury: PJ's Records 7-8 pm, 619 Packard. In-store performance. It's no coincidence that one of Waterbury's songs is called "Bluest Blues." 663-3441. Orientation for Home-Schooling Families: A2 District Library 7-8:30 pm (see 18 Wed). Meeting: Queer Asian/Pacific Islanders 7:30 pm (see 6 Fr). "A Parisian Soireé": Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. 4th Ave. Chamber music, cabaret, and champagne, $10-$25. Reservations 769-2999. Fire Watch: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 8 pm, Botsford Recreational Preserve, 3015 Miller Rd. All-night vigil in preparation for fall equinox. 665-3522. RFD Boys: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. A2's favorite bluegrass band, $8.75. 761-1800. Grads & Young Professional Veggie Shabbat Potluck: Hillel 8 pm, Lawyer's Club, Law Quad. Speaker following dinner. Topic: "Where is Netanyahu Leading Israel?" 769-0500. Fridays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm, 2101 Bonisteel, North Campus. Featuring bluegrass greats, The Raisin Pickers. 764-7544. Concert: Jazz Dance Theater 8 pm, Lydia Mendelssohn Theater, 911 N. University. Five dynamic pieces, $8-$12. 995-4242. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). "My Favorite Year": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm (see 5 Thu). "All My Sons": Riverside Arts Center 8 pm (see 12 Thu). Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8:15 pm (see 6 Fri). Firebird Balalaika Ensemble: Cafe Zola 9-11 pm, 112 W. Washington. Russian and Eastern European music on traditional instruments. 769-2020. Marc Price: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 9&11 pm (see 19 Thu). Greg Mclntosh, Audrey Becker, Jen Cass: Gypsy Cafe 9, 10, & 11 pm, 214 N. 4th Ave. Three different local musical performances on the hour. 994-3940. Paul Vornhagen Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9 pm, 207 S. Ashley. Vornhagen sings, and plays sax and flute, $5. 662-8310. Wilbert Rawles: Heidelberg 10 pm, 215 N. Main. Delta blues with opening act, Ultramarine, $3. 663-7758. Friday Dance Jam: People Dancing 10:30 pm, People Dancing Studio, 111 Third St. Eclectic, recorded dance music(bring your own tapes). Smoke-and alcohol-free, children welcome, wheelchair accessible,$2. 996-2405 (10am-8pm).

21 Saturday    Speakers Bureau Training: LGBPO call for time and place. Class size is limited and includes a Sunday session. 763-4186. Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec 10 am-noon (see 7 Sat). Free HIV Antibody Testing: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 10 am-2 pm (see 7 Sat). Fall Equinox Ritual: Shining Lakes Grove Druidic Group 2-5 pm, Botsford Recreational Preserve, 3015 Miller Rd. 665-3522. 40th Anniversary Celebration Masses: St. Linus Parish 4 & 7 pm, St. Linus Parish, 6466 N. Evangeline, Dearborn Heights. All previous parishioners, pastors, deacons and others invited. 313-274-4500. Meeting: Lutherans Concerned 6:30 pm, Lord of Light Lutheran Church, 801 S. Forest. Lutheran group for lesbian, gay, and bisexual people. Scott 663-6954. Hal Ketchum: The Ark 7:30 & 9:30 pm, 316 S. Main. One of Nashville's brightest young writers and performers, $17.50. 761-1800. Donna RedWing Presentation: LGBPO 8 pm, Mich. Union Ballroom. The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Defamation's National Field Director discusses past and future civil rights challenges in celebration of LGBPO's 25th Anniversary and the Long Road to Freedom exhibit. 763-4186. "A Parisian Soireé: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm (see 20 Fri). "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). "My Favorite Year": A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm (see 5 Thu). "All My Sons": Riverside Arts Center 8 pm (see 12 Thu). Marc Price: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 9 & 11 pm (see 19 Thu). Steven Wríght: Office of Major Events 9 pm, Hill Auditorium. "The man with the monotone," $16. 763-TKTS. Shears, Laurence Miller, Adam Druckman: Gypsy Cafe 9, 10, & 11 pm, 214 N. 4th Ave. Three different local musical performances on the hour. 994-3940. Paul Vornhagen Quartet: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm (see 20 Fri).

22 Sunday    Meeting: Lambda Grads call for time, Aut Bar, 315 Braun Ct. 763-4186. 40th Anniversary Celebration Masses: St. Linus Parish 8 am, 10 am, and noon. Reception following noon Mass. (see 21 Sat) Swimmers:A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 10:30 am (see 1 Sun). Cantori Amarylli: Upstairs at Borders 1 pm, Borders Books & Music, 612 E. Liberty. Local five-voice early music ensemble. 668-7652. Bicycle Maintenance Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec 1-3 pm, Gallup Park Meeting Room. Basic repair skills (bring your bike), $5. Pre-register 662-9319. Family Dance Series: A2 Parks & Rec 2-4:30 pm, Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard Rd. Squares, contras, and other country dances, $6. 994-2928. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 2 pm (see 6 Fri). "1996 Klan Rally": Peace InSight 2 pm (see 17 Tue). Students Involved in the Global Neighborhood: Guild House 5 pm (see 1 Sun).  Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm (see 1 Sun). Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 1 Sun). Meeting: Amnesty International Community Group 7 pm (see 8 Sun). Il-V-I Orchestra: Heidelberg 7 pm (see 1 Sun). Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 1 Sun). Strange Affliction: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 1 Sun). A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 1 Sun). Jazz Jam Session: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 1 Sun).

23 Monday    Women's Support Group 5 pm (see 9 Mon). Meeting: Labor Party of Washtenaw County 7 pm (see 9 Mon). Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:15 pm (see 2 Mon). HIV & Recovery: HlV/AlDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 2 Mon). Mondays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm (see 2 Mon). Yom Kippur Break Fast Meal: Jewish Feminist Group approx. 8:15 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Traditional meal following services. 769-0500. Group: Monday Night Out 9 pm (see 2 Mon). Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 2 Mon).

24 Tuesday    Tenant Talk: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-6:30 pm (see 3 Tue). Free HIV Antibody Testing: HlV/AIDS Resource Center 6-10 pm (see 3 Tue). Israel Tuesday News Schmooze: American Movement for Israel 6 pm (see 3 Tue). Teen LesBiGay Support Group 6:30 pm (see 3 Tue). Deepwater Aerobics Program: A2 Parks & Rec 6:45-7:30 pm (see 10 Tue). Mass Meeting: Jewish Lesbian, Bisexual, and Gay Collective 7 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Primarily a social group from a wide spectrum of Jewish backgrounds. 769-0500. "Unison": Peace lnSight 7 pm, CTN, Cable Channel 9. Broadcast of June panel discussion of young people speaking about issues important to them. 769-7422. Meeting: A2-Juigalpa Sister City Committee 7:30 pm, 1st Baptist Church (Washington near State St.). Videotape on "Solar Electricity for Rural Development" in Nicaragua. 663-1870. Living With HIV: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue). Mass Meeting: Progressive Jewish Collective 8 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Leftist campus group for liberal members of the Jewish community. 769-0500. Mass Meeting: Greek Jewish Forum 8 pm, place TBA. For Jewish students in the Greek system. 769-0500. The Carrie Newcomer Band featuring Jennifer Kimball: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. An evening of two great female songwriters, $10. 761-1800.U-M Folk DancingClub: Pierpont Commons Art & Programs 8 pm (see 4 Wed). Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8:15 pm (see 3 Tue). Sprobay: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 3 Tue). Acid Jazz Night: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 3 Tue).

25 Wednesday    Kevin Beckett: Nichols Arboretum 4 pm, Rm. 2046, Dana Building, School of Nat. Resources. Slide-illustrated lecture on Westonbirt Arboretum. 763-5832. Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 4 Wed). Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6 pm (see 4 Wed). Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Weekly Meeting: Reform Chavurah 7pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Help organize events and services. 769-0500. "25 Program Power": Queer University Presentation 7 pm, LGBPO Lounge, 3rd floor Mich. Union. Learn how to get your organization's meeting, lecture, party, or other event off the ground and through the University maze. 763-4186. Meeting: Southeast Mich.'s Naturists and Nude Beach Advocates 7 pm (see 11 Wed). Family Support Group Meeting: Washtenaw Alliance for the Mentally III 7:30 pm, St. Clare 's Episcopal Church, 2309 Packard. For people who have mentally ill family members. 994-6611. Living With HIV: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Shamanic Journeys: Magical Education Council 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed). "Weird Al" Yankovic: Office of Major Events 8 pm, Hill Auditorium. Rock &roll's supreme parodist and its reigning King of the Accordian, $12.50-$18.50.763-8587. Wednesdays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-1 0 pm, 2101 Bonisteel, North Campus. Open Mic Night: Perform or listen and help choose winner. 764-7544. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). Open Stage: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S Main. With host Ratsy, $3. 761-1800. Meeting: American Solidarity Comm. 8 pm (see 4 Wed). Portuguese Rodeo Clown Company: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm (see 4 Wed). Ann Arbor Irish Ensemble: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 4 Wed). Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 4 Wed). Meeting: East Quad Social Group 9 pm, call for location. A social group for students who are lesbians, gays, and bisexuals. 763-4186.

26 Thursday    Israel Information Day: Hillel by appointment, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Learn about study, kibbutz, aliyah opportunities in Israel. 769-0500. Racial & Economic Justice Meeting: ICPJ noon (see 12 Thu). Art Start: A2 Parks & Rec 4-5:15 pm. Bryant Community Center, 3 W. Eden Ct. Every Thu, for grades 3,4, and 5. Scholarships available. Pre-register 994-2722. Shulchan Ivrit: Hillel 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu). Meeting: Homeless Action Committee 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu). Preview Night: A2 District Library 6-8:30 pm, Main Library, Friends of the Library Bookshop (lower level). Sale of books and records, members only. Call for membership info. 994-2345. Christian Single, Mix & Mingle: Christian Singles Network 6:30-10 pm, Old Society Bank, 575 Clark Rd., Ypsi. Spades and billiards, networking and socializing, gospel music, $3. 481-1753. Cooking Demo: Whole Foods Market 7-8:30 pm, location TBA. Learn healthful recipes with award-winning cookbook author Lorna J. Sass. 971-3366 Druid's Coffee Hour: Shining Lakes Grove 7-9 pm, Sweetwaters Cafe, 123 W. Washington. Topic: Reading tarot cards. 313-729-6968. TVQ:LGBP0 7 pm (see 12 Thu). "Confiscation of Land: The Bedouin Are Displaced for the Expansion of an Israeli Settlement in the West Bank": Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, Bethlehem United Church, 423 S. 4th Ave. Speaker: Jim Sweeton. 663-1870. Acoustic Jam: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard Rd. Open stage with host Michael Northrup. Perform or listen. 662-8283. Family, Friends, & Caregivers Support Group: HlV/AlDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 12 Thu). "Apartment 3A" Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm, 137 Park St., Chelsea. World premiere of new comedy written by Jeff Daniels about a woman who gets a new apartment and a new lease on life and love, $15-$20. 313-475-7902. Mass Meeting: United Jewish Appeal 8 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Philanthropic org. which sponsors fundraising, educational, and social programs. 769-0500. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). Bruce Springsteen: Office of Major Events 8 pm, Hill Auditorium. First ever solo acoustic theater tour, fee TBA. 763-TKTS. Dan Bern/Lucy Kaplansky: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Two original new voices, S10. 761-1800. Thursdays in Leonardos: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm. Live jazz. (see 5 Thu). Frank Vignola: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 pm, 314 E. Liberty. Sneering, cynical comedy, $10. 741-0022. Ron Brooks Trio: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 4 Wed). Al Hill: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 5 Thu). Il-V-I Orchestra: Soup Kitchen Saloon 9 pm (see 5 Thu). DJ Bubblicious: Heidelberg 10 pm (see 5 Thu). Meeting: Queer Unity Project 10 pm (see 12 Thu).

27 Friday    "I Am Cuba": Cinema Guild call tor time and fee, Nat. Sci. Auditorium. 1964 Russian-made cinematic hymn to the Cuban Revolution (see Screen Scene, page 14). 994-002. Public Lecture Series: EMU Department of History and Philosophy 2-4:30 pm, McKenny Union's Alumni Room. Professor, ethicist and animal rights activist Torn Regan lectures on "Human and Nonhuman Animals, Patterns of Resistance to Their Rights," reception to follow. 663-2259. "What's For Dinner?": Whole Foods Market 3-7 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Learn how to prepare Soup Au Pistou. 971-3366. "Unison": Peace InSight 6 pm (see 24 Tue). Meeting: Queer Asian/Pacific Islanders 7:30 pm (see 6 Fri). Benita Valente, soprano/Cynthia Raim, piano: University Musical Society 8 pm, Rackham Aud. UMS's season opener features the world premiere of a song cycle written by William Bolcolm which draws upon the works of the late poet Jane Kenyon, $20-$32. 764-2538. Tori Amos: Office of Major Events 8 pm, Hill Aud. Featuring songs from her latest album, "Boys for Pele," $20-$23.50. 763-TKTS. Jonatha Brooke: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Former member of "The Story" goes solo, $12.50. 761-1800. Fridays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons Arts & Programs 8-10 pm, 2101 Bonisteel, North Campus. Featuring the jazz and blues of Marietta Baylis. 764-7544. "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). "Apartment 3A" Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm (see 26 Thu). Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 8:15 pm (see 6 Fri). Frank Vignola: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 26 Thu). Steve Osburn: Cafe Zola 9-11 pm, 112 W. Washington. Classical guitar and Chapman Stick. 769-2020. Drumtalk, Kurt Lindemann, TBA: Gypsy Cafe 9, 10, & 11 pm, 214 N. 4th Ave. Three different musical performances on the hour. 994-3940. Sunny Wilkinson: Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, Bird of Paradise, 207 S. Ashley. Vocalist from E. Lansing, $5. 662-8310.

28    Saturday Linden Park Picnic: Older Lesbians Organizing (OLO) Events and activities open to women of all ages. 668-6276. "Vaccinations: Concerns and Alternatives":Trusting Nature 9am-noon, Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty. Class taught by midwife Patty Brennan encourages parents to take a critical look at vaccines, $30. 663-1523. Home Buyer Seminar: A2 Parks & Rec 10 am-noon, Bryant Community Center, 3 W. Eden Ct. Designed to make home ownership more affordable to everyone. Participants are awarded a certificate entitling them to apply for a mortgage loan under Standard Federal's Community Home Buyer's program. 994-2722. Free HIV Antibody Testing: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 10 am-2 pm (see 7 Sat). "Admiral Eugene Carroll on the Effect of Military Spending on Social Programs": Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 1-4 pm, place TBA. The Admiral keynotes a panel discussion moderated by State Sen. Alma Wheeler Smith. 663-1870. Spider Spying: A2 Parks & Rec 1-4 pm, Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver. For children 3-5 years old accompanied by an adult. Pre-register 662-9319. Harvest Evening: A2 Parks & Rec  5-9 pm, Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard Rd. Theme: "Preparing the farm for winter," $2. 994-2928. Basic Witchcraft: Magical Educational Council 6 pm (see 14 Sat). Lots of Laughs: Reform Chavurah 7 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill St. Meet for Havdalah then on to Mainstreet Comedy Club, $3. RSVP Scott 669-9365. World of Slide Guitar: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. With Brooklyn's Bob Brozman, India's Debashish Bhattacharya, and Britain's Martin Simpson, $10. 761-1800. "Goodnight lrene": Performance Network 8 pm (see 6 Fri). "Apartment 3A" Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm (see 26 Thu). Frank Vignola: Mainstreet Comedy Showcase 8:30 & 10:30 pm (see 26 Thu). Steve Osburn, TBA, Lisa Hunter: Gypsy Cafe 9, 10, & 11 pm, 214 N . 4th Ave. Three different musical performances on the hour. 994-3940. Sunny Wilkinson: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 28 Fri).

29 Sunday   "I Am Cuba": Cinema Guild call for time and fee, Nat. Sci. Auditorium. 1964 Russian-made cinematic hymn to the Cuban Revolution (see Screen Scene, page 14). 994-0027. Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team 10:30 am (see 1 Sun). Mosaic Winds: Upstairs at Borders 1 pm, Borders Books & Music, 61 2 E. Liberty. Woodwind trio. 668-7652 ."Homeopathic Remedies for Lactation & Infant Care": Trusting Nature 1:30-4:00 pm, 25219 Gratiot, Roseville. Midwife Patty Brennan discusses natural treatments for postpartum mom and baby, $30. Preregister. Diane 810-774-7611. "Goodnight Irene" Benefit for AntiRacism Work: ICPJ & Others 2 pm (show), 4:30 pm (panel discussion), 408 W. Washington. See6 Fri for play description, $12/$9 studs&srs. 663-1870. "Apartment 3A" Purple Rose Theatre 2 & 7 pm (see 26 Thu). "Unison": Peace InSight 6 pm (see 24 Tue) Students Involved in the Global Neighborhood: Guild House 5 pm (see 1 Sun). Sunday Jazz: Del Rio 6-9 pm (see 1 Sun). Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 1 Sun). "Goodnight Irene": Performance Network 7 pm (see 6 Fri). Il-V-I Orchestra: Heidelberg 7 pm (see 1 Sun). Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 1 Sun). Ellis Paul/Barbara Kessler: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. East-coast contemporary songwriters, $10. 761 -1800. Strange Affliction: Arbor Brewing Co. 9 pm (see 1 Sun). A2 Bluestage: Blind Pig 9 pm (see 1 Sun). Jazz Jam Session: Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 1 Sun).

30 Monday    Youth Soloist Competition Registration Deadline: A2 Symphony Orchestra Open to all piano students age 12-20. 994-4801. Art Studio: A2 Parks & Rec 4-5:15 pm, Bryant Comm. Center, 3 W. Eden Ct. Every Mon, for grades 1-8. Scholarships available. Pre-register 994-2722. Women's Support Group 5 pm (see 9 Mon). Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:15 pm (see 2 Mon). HIV& Recovery: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 7:30 pm (see 2 Mon). Mondays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons 8-10 pm (see 2 Mon) Group: Monday Night Out 9 pm (see 2 Mon).