August
LITERARY EVENTS
Book & Poetry Readings, Publication Parties, Writers Groups, etc., are listed in the LITERARY EVENTS Calendar (page 12).
VISUAL ARTS
Art Exhibitions, Workshops, Artist Opportunities, etc., are listed in the VISUAL ARTS Calendar (page 8).
Unless otherwise noted, all events in this Calendar are FREE and open to the public.
To publicize September Calendar events, send information by August 15 to AGENDA, 220 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, 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
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time and place. Kelly 663-0036
Disarmament Group Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon, Memorial Church, 730 Tappan St. 663-1870
First Fridays-A Group for Women Therapists: Soundings-A Center For Women 2:30-4:30 pm, 4090 Packard. Networking & support group for therapists. 973-7723
"Ritual of a Dead Planet": Ron Allen & the Thick Knot Rhythm Ensemble 7:30 pm, Red Door Theater, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4605 Cass Ave., Detroit. Enter through red door on Forest. Vignettes investigating the decline of spirituality in the face of objectification. 313-831-8976
Mahlathini & the Mahotella Queens: The Ark 7:30 pm, 316 S. Main. South African mbaqanga at its best, $15. 761-1451
"A Midsummer Night's Dream": Performance Network 8 pm, 408 W. Washington. Basement Arts exposes the underbelly of Shakespeare's celebrated comedy, $9-$12 (Thur is pay what you can day). 663-0681
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm , 137 Park St., Chelsea. The Grodens live a simple, quirky, lifestyle on less than $5,000 per year. Everything changes when an IRS auditor pays them a visit, $15-$20. 475-7902
"South Pacific": Croswell Opera House 8 pm, 129 E. Maumee, Adrian. Michael Lackey stars in this Pulitzer prize-winning production, $7-$16. 517-264-SHOW
Los Lobos: Prism 8 pm, Clutch Cargo's, 65 E. Huron St., Pontiac, $15. 99-Music
Lisa Hunter: Espresso Royale Caffe 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. One of Ann Arbor's premier singer-songwriters performs her unique repertoire. 668-1838
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, $3. 459-8136
2 Saturday
Family Canoeing: A2 Parks & Rec 10:30 am-12:30 pm, Argo Park Canoe Livery, 1055 Longshore Drive. Leslie Science hosts this exploration of the Huron River, $8/person, $25/family. pre-register 662-7802
Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm, call for location. Teens interested in exploring issues of sexual orientation and gender identity; no artistic experience necessary; allies also welcome to participate. 763-4186
"A Midsummer Night's Dream": Performance Network 2 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 3 pm (see 1 Fri)
Guy Clark & Danny Britt & the Dixie Chicks: The Ark 7:30 pm, 316 S. Main, $15. 761-1451
First Saturday Contra Dance: AACTMD 8 pm, Pittsfield Grange Hall, Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. No experience or partner necessary, $6. 913-2076
"S'Wonderful Music Part 2-Classic": Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. 4th Ave. Louis Nagel, Rich Ridenour, Jean Schneider (pianists), with Kimberly Haynes & Richard Taylor (vocalists), celebrate the music of George Gershwin, $8-$25. 769-2999
"A Midsummer Night's Dream": Performance Network 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
"South Pacific": Croswell Opera House 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
3 Sunday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Wetlands By Canoe: A2 Parks & Rec 10am-noon, Gallup Park Canoe Livery, 3000 Fuller Rd. Guided tour of the Huron's wetlands, refreshments included, $7.50/person, $12/couple. pre-register 662-9319
"Celery Stalks At Midnight": A2 Parks & Rec 1-5 pm, Cobblestone Farm Museum, 2781 Packard. Program: 19th century gardening techniques & a tour through the Ticknor's kitchen garden, $1 50/adults, $1/children & seniors. 994-2928
Meeting: A2 Co-Housing Group 1-3 pm, Little Professor Book Company, 2513 Jackson Rd. Update on the local Co-Housing project for members and interested parties. 663-7523
"A Midsummer Night's Dream": Performance Network 2 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 3 pm (see 1 Fri)
"South Pacific": Croswell Opera House 3 pm (see 1 Fri)
Meeting: Gay & Lesbian Buddhist Fellowship 4-6 pm, call for location. Meditation, a Dharma talk, discussion and socializing. 313-283-6568
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals: Tree of Life Metropolitan Comm. Church 6 pm, 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 485-3922
"A Midsummer Night's Dream": 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. 721-2081
Meeting: Michigan Amigos de Guatemala 7:30 pm (6:30 potluck), St. Mary's Student Parish, 331 Thompson. Sue Ellen Kingsley shares slides and talks of her experience of living in a village of returned refugees. 663-3338
Soul Coughing: Prism 7:30 pm, St. Andrews, 431 E. Congress, Detroit, $12. 99-MUSIC
"A Midsummer Night's Dream": Performance Network 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
Ann Arbor Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8 pm-midnight, 116 E. Washington. Live blues, $3. 213-1393
4 Monday
Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus call for time and place. A Lesbian Gay Bi and Trans chorus open for all. Every Mon. 741-8000 x140
HIV & Recovery: HIV/AIDS Resource Center call for time and place. Every Monday. For HlV-positive men & women who are chemically dependent. Call for referral. 800-578-2300
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Fuller Pool Day Camps: A2 Parks & Rec 9:30 am-3:30 pm, Fuller Pool, 1519 Fuller Rd. 5-day camp for kids who have completed grade 6. Camp activities utilize all of Fuller Park, Island Park, Mixer Playground and the new pool. Snacks provided twice daily, $110/residents, $120/non-res. pre-register 994-4263
Job Hunters Networking Group: Soundings-A Center For Women 10-11:30am, 4090 Packard. Ongoing drop-in program. Meet with other job seekers, $5. 973-7723
Women's Support Group: LGBTA 5 pm, LGBTA Lounge, Mich. Union 3rd Floor. Every Mon. Open to all women. 763-4186
Meeting: U-M LGBTA Commission of MSA (Michigan Student Assembly) 6 pm, check web page for location: www.umich.edu/-msa/lgbt/lgbtc.htm or email ozell@umich.edu.
Mondays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons 7-9 pm, 2101 Bonisteel, N. Campus. Randy Napoleon & friends play jazz tunes. 764-7544.
5 Tuesday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Living With HIV: HIV/AIDS Resource Center Every Tue. & Wed. Support group for men & women. Call for referral. 572-9355
Herb Fowler Memorial Junior City Golf Tournament: A2 Parks & Rec 7:30am, Huron Hills Golf Course, 3465 E. Huron River Dr. For 17 years and under. Special mini-tournament for 12 and under, $53/regular, $27/mini tournament. pre-register 971-6840
Tenant Talk: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-6:30 pm. Call-in radio show with the A2 Tenants Union. 763-3500
Frontrunners & Walkers 6:20 pm & 6:30 pm, Furstenburg Park (just west of Gallup Park on Fuller Rd.). Runners and walkers, various paces and distances. 434-4494
Meeting: Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30-8 pm, SAFE House, 4100 Clark Rd. Weekly meeting for lesbian survivors of lesbian battering. 973-0242 x201
Women's Pick-Up Basketball: LGBTA 7 pm, CCRB. All skill levels, just show up. anmarier@umich.edu
Break-away: Arbor Brewing Company 9 pm-12 am, 116 E. Washington. Jazz quintet. 213-1393
6 Wednesday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Living With HIV: HARC (see 5 Tue)
Herb Fowler Memorial Junior City Golf Tournament: A2 Parks & Rec 7:30 am (see 5 Tue)
Volunteer Stewardship Workday: A2 Parks & Rec 8:30 pm, Foxfire South Park, meet near Placid Way Park entrance on Olmesaad. Help control the invasion of purple loosestrife. Dress for field work. 996-3266
Wet & Wild Wednesdays: A2 Parks & Rec 2-4pm, Buhr Park Pool, 2751 Packard Rd. Different games for all ages, including the famous Jello pool, pie toss, chalk the deck & more, $2/adults, $1.25/youths & seniors. 971-3228
Come Together For Peace Day: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 6 pm, Gallup Park Picnic Shelters. Activities marking the anniversary of the first use of nuclear weapons against humankind. All ages, many events, including potluck picnic at 6 pm. 663-1870
Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm. Closets R 4 Clothes (6 pm) and Radio Q (6:30 pm). News and more for the Les/Bi/Gay/Trans communities. 763-3500
Canoeing & Kayaking: Wild Women on the Water 6:30 pm, Argo Park. Lesbians & Honorary lesbians welcome. 487-2321
Membership/Outreach Committee Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove 7-9 pm, 909 Sheridan, Ypsilanti. Discuss ways of interacting with members and the community in general. 434-7444
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
U-M Folk Dancing Club: Pierpont Commons 8-10:30 pm, Leonardo's, 2101 Bonisteel, N. Campus. Learn a variety of international dances. Beginners welcome, no partner needed. 764-7544.
7 Thursday
Positive Women's Group: HIV/AIDS Resource Center Meets alternate Thursdays. Group for HIV-positive women. Call for referral. 800-578-2300
Herb Fowler Memorial Junior City Golf Tournament: A2 Parties & Rec 7:30 am (see 5 Tue)
Frontrunners & Walkers 6:20 pm & 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Support Group for LGBT Men & Women: LGBTA 6:30 pm, 3rd floor Mich. Union. Meets every Thur. 763-4186
Divorce & Beyond Workshops: Soundings-A Center For Women 7-9 pm. 4090 Packard. Resources & information for coping with divorce. Eight Thursdays, $150. pre-register 973-7723
David Wilcox: The Ark 7:30 & 9:30 pm, 316 S. Main. Presenting work from his new album, "Turning Point," $13.50. 761-1451
"Open" Open Mic: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard. Open stage-all genres-with host Lili Fox. Perform or listen. 662-8283
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 8 pm, 408 W. Washington. Wacky murder mystery, $9-$12 (Thur is pay what you can day). 663-0681
Leone Buyse Recital: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. 4th Ave. Accompanied by Stephen Buck (piano) & Michael Webster (clarinet), $5-$10. 769-2999
"Waiting For Godot": John Henry Production Group 8 pm, Trueblood Theater, 105 S. State St. A new theater group comprised of EMU & UM students offers Samuel Beckett's Nobel Prize winning play as their first production, $8. 764-5387
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
"South Pacific": Croswell Opera House 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
Al Hill & the Love Butlers: Arbor Brewing Company 9 pm, 116 E. Washington. Delta Blues/boogie woogie. 213-1393
8 Friday
"The Heroe's Journey" Conference: FTM Conference of the Americas Fri thru Sun., Boston, MA. Workshops, panels, presentations, networking, socializing and partying for all FTMs and their partners and friends, $75 (some work-exchange available). Mike (617) 639-7968
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Disarmament Group Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon, Memorial Church, 730 Tappan St. 663-1870
Bardic Night: Shining Lakes Grove 7-11 pm, ICC Education Ctr., 1522 Hill St. Drumming, singing & fun. 434-7444
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
"Off TheMap": Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
"South Pacific": Croswell Opera House 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
G. Love & Special Sauce: Prism 9 pm, Majestic, 4140 Woodward, Detroit. With special guest, Ben Lee, $12.99-MUSIC
5 Guys Named Moe: Espresso Royale Caffe 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. Crisp jazz & swing featuring intricate vocal harmonies. 668-1838
9 Saturday
Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm (see 2 Sat)
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 3 pm (see 1 Fri)
Reveling on the River: A2 Parks & Rec 6:30-7:30 pm, Gallup Park Canoe Livery. "Geri's Jamboree" is featured at this concert on the Huron River. 662-9319
"Metropolis": Cinema Guild 7 & 10:10 pm, Natural Science Aud. Silent w/ music, $4. 994-0027
Spencer Barefield Quartet: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. 4th Ave. Guitar-Spencer Barefield, drums-Tani Tabbal, bass-Jaribu Shahid, piano-Henry Gibson, $5-$12. 769-2999
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
"South Pacific": Croswell Opera House 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 8 pm (see 1 Fri)
"Hiroshima, Mon Amour": Cinema Guild 8:40 pm, Natural Science Aud., $4. 994-0027
10 Sunday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Second Sunday Stroll - "Aliens Among Us!". A2 Parks & Rec 1-2:30 pm, Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver. Learn about invasive species, $3/person, $10/family. pre-register 662-7802
Kids Concerts: Oz's Music 1 pm, 1920 Packard Rd. Open stage for the young ones with host Steve Osbum. Perform or listen. 662-8283
Healers' Guild Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove 2-4 pm, Washtenaw Rec. Center. 487-4931
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 2 pm (see 7 Thu)
"Off The Map": Purple Rose Theatre 3 pm (see 1 Fri)
"South Pacific": Croswell Opera House 3 pm (see 1 Fri)
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Fundraising Committee Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove 6-8 pm, 1455 Gregory St., #7, Ypsi. 487-4931
Meeting: Amnesty International Community Group 7-8 pm, Guild House, 807 Monroe. 662-5189
Kelly Willis: The Ark 7:30 pm, 316 S. Main. New country, $12. 761-1451
Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Ann Arbor Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8 pm-midnight (see 3 Sun)
11 Monday
Meeting: Exploring Gender call for time, 3rd floor, Mich. Union. New social support group for transgenderists, transexuals, cross-dressers, Third Genders, intersexuals, those questioning their gender, and trans-friendly. 763-4186
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
HIV & Recovery: HARC (see 4 Mon)
Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus (see 4 Mon)
Fuller Pool Day Camps: A2 Parks & Rec 9:30 am-3:30 pm (see 4 Mon)
Women's Support Group: LGBTA 5 pm (see 4 Mon)
Meeting: U-M LGBTA Commision of MSA 6 pm (see 4 Mon)
Meeting: The Labor Party of Washtenaw County 7 pm, Wooden Spoon Books, 200 N. 4th Ave. Open business meeting. 913-4691
Study Group: Shining Lakes Grove 7-9 pm, 1455 Gregory St., #7 Ypsi. Continued study of the book "Management For Dummies." 434-7444
Mondays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons 7-9 pm (see 4 Mon)
12 Tuesday
22nd Annual Michigan Womyn's Music Festival: WWTMC Walhalla, Ml. Week-long festival features Toshi Reagon Band, Ulali, Cris Williamson & Tret Fure, Lunachicks, Holly Near & Ronnie Gilbert, The Five Lesbian Brothers, Dar Williams, Sexpod, Elvira Kurt, Sawagi Taiko, The Murmurs, Dance Brigade, Lea DeLaria, Knee Jerk Dance Project, Edwina Lee Tyler, Ubaka Hill, Reno, and Three of Hearts. Workshops, craftwork, and more. Cali for fee info. Website www.michfest.com and 616-757-4766.
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Tenant Talk: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Free HIV Antibody Testing: HARC 6-9 pm (see 5 Tue)
Frontrunners & Walkers 6:20 pm & 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Canoe Instruction Clinic: A2 Parks & Rec 6:30-8:30 pm, Gallup Park Livery, 3000 Fuller Rd. Families & individuals learn basic canoeing techniques, $7.50. 662-9319
Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Living With HIV: HARC 7 pm (see 5 Tue)
Meeting: Interfaith Council tor Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, Memorial Church, 730 Tappan. Plan publicity for the 23rd annual CROP walk. 663-1870
Religious Coalition on Latin America: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, First Baptist Church, 512 E. Huron. Video: "Inside the School of Assasins." 663-1870
Meeting: Amnesty International Group 61 7:30 pm, Mich. Union. Local chapter of independent worldwide movement. 668-0660
Moving Cloud: The Ark 7:30 pm, 316 S. Main. Acoustic Irish music, $12.50. 761-1451
Kneset: Arbor Brewing Company 9 pm-midnight, 116 E. Washington. 213-1393
13 Wednesday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 2 Wed)
Canoeing & Kayaking: Wild Women on the Water 6:30 pm, call for location. Lesbians & Honorary lesbians welcome. 487-2321
Informal Singing Group: AACTMD 7:30 pm, call for location. All skill levels invited. 913-2076
The Dravers: The Ark 7:30 pm, 316 S. Main. Celtic psychedelia, $10. 761-1451
U-M Folk Dancing Club: Pierpont Commons 8-10:30 pm (see 6 Wed)
Ann Arbor Irish Ensemble: Arbor Brewing Company 8:30 pm (see 2 Wed)
14 Thursday
Racial & Economic Justice Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon, Memorial Church, 730 Tappan at Hill. Plan anti-racism work, welfare simulations and non-violence training. 663-1870
Derby Day: A2 Parks & Rec 6-8 pm, Gallup Park Canoe Livery, 3000 Fuller Rd. Fishing clinic for ages 6-14. Bring your own equipment. Bait, prizes, & fishing tips will be provided. pre-register 662-9319
Frontrunners & Walkers 6:20 pm & 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Resumes & Cover Letters That Get Results: Soundings-A Center For Women 6:30-8:30 pm, 4090 Packard. Includes career changes, portfolios & more, $65. pre-register 973-7723
Meeting: LGBTA Support Group for Men & Women 6:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Meeting: Positive Women's Support Group 6:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Business Meeting: Shining Lakes Grove 7-9 pm, 4793 Sandstone Pass #2B, Ypsi. 434-7444
The Black Brothers: The Ark 7:30 pm, 316 S. Main. Trio of brothers singing traditional Irish music, $12.50. 761-1451
Songwriter's Open Mic: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard. With host Jim Novak. Perform or listen. 662-8283
"Drop Dead ": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Al Hill and the Love Butlers: Arbor Brewing Company 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
15 Friday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
The Firebird Balalaika Ensemble: Espresso Royale Caffe 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. Russian & Eastern European music performed on traditional instruments. 668-1838
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, $3. 459-8136
16 Saturday
Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm (see 2 Sat)
Open Jam-Cobblestone Farm Dancers: AACTMD 4-6 pm, Pittsfield Grange Hall, Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. No experience or partner necessary. 662-3371
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
Third Saturday Contra Dance: Cobblestone Farm Dancers 8 pm, Pittsfield Grange Hall, Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. No experience or partner necessary, $6. 913-2076
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
17 Sunday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Meeting: A. Lorde Collective call for time, Affirmations Comm. Center, 195 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale. ALC's goal is to promote the needs of Black lesbians in the Detroit Metro area. 313-862-3396
Meeting: Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays/PFLAG Ann Arbor 2-5 pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1917 Washtenaw. Songwriter-pianist, Jallen Rix, talks about hts experiences with the ex-gay ministry. 741-0659
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 2 pm (see 7 Thu)
Meeting: Gay & Lesbian Buddhist Fellowship 4-6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Ann Arbor Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8 pm-midnight (see 3 Sun)
Maceo Parker Prism 9 pm, Majestic, 4140 Woodward, Detroit, $18. 99-MUSIC
18 Monday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus (see 4 Mon)
HIV & Recovery: HARC (see 4 Mon)
Women's Support Group: LGBTA 5 pm (see 4 Mon)
Meeting: U-M LGBTA Commission of MSA 6 pm (see 4 Mon)
Mondays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons 7-9 pm (see 4 Mon)
19 Tuesday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Tenant Talk: WCBN 88.3 FM 6 pm (see 5 Tue)
Frontrunners & Walkers 6:20 pm & 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Lesbian Survivor Support Group: LGBTA 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Living With HIV: HARC 7:30-9 pm (see 5 Tue)
Break-away: Arbor Brewing Company 9 pm (see 5 Tue)
20 Wednesday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Living With HIV: HARC (see 5 Tue)
Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 2 Wed)
Volunteer Stewardship Workday: A2 Parks & Rec 6:30-8:30 pm, Fritz Park. Meet at Pauline Blvd. entrance. Help remove non-native plants. Dress for field work. 996-3266
Canoeing & Kayaking: Wild Women on the Water 6:30 pm (see 2 Wed)
Tempest: The Ark 7:30 pm, 316 S. Main. Celtic, Norwegian folk-rock, $10. 761-1451
Ann Arbor Irish Ensemble: Arbor Brewing Company 8 pm (see 2 Wed)
21 Thursday
Workday: Shining Lakes Grove 5:30 pm, 1325 Rosewood. Help complete construction of room for rituals & events. 434-7444
Frontrunners & Walkers 6:20 pm & 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Resumes & Cover Letters That Get Results: Soundings-A Center For Women 6:30-8:30 pm (see 14 Thu)
Meeting: LGBTA Support Group for Men & Women 6:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Bluegrass Open Mic: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard Rd. Open stage with hosts Herb & Marcia Miller. Perform or listen. 662-8283
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
Al Hill and the Love Butlers: Arbor Brewing Company 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
22 Friday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Euchre Party: Shining Lakes Grove 7-9 pm, 1325 Rosewood, $6. 487-4931
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
"Shame On Me": What Will the Neighbors Think? Productions 8:30 pm, Mudd House, 317 Cross St., Ypsi. One woman show attackng life & the art of secret-keeping, donations accepted. 482-8020
Salero de Spana: Espresso Royale Caffe 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. Flamenco quartet led by dancer Mana-Durante accompanied by guitartists Jean Agopian & John Carlson with Glenn Bering on doumbek. 668-1838
23 Saturday
Meeting: The Labor Party of Washtenaw County 11 am, Wooden Spoon Books, 200 N. 4th Ave. Open discussion. 913-4691
Meeting: A2 Co-Housing Group 1-3 pm (see 3 Sun)
Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm (see 2 Sat)
5th Annual Golf Toumement: Croswell Opera House 1:30 pm, Lenawee Country Club. Fee includes cart, music, and dinner, $100-$115. 517-263-6868
Reveling on the River: A2 Parks & Rec 6:30-7:30 pm, Gallup Park Canoe Livery. Community High's "Community Jazz Collective" is featured at this concert on the Huron River. 662-9319
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 8 pm (see 7 Thu)
24 Sunday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
"Drop Dead": Performance Network 2 pm (see 7 Thu)
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Meeting: Amnesty International Community Group 7-8 pm (see 10 Sun)
Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Ann Arbor Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8 pm-midnight (see 3 Sun)
25 Monday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Meeting: Exploring Gender (see 14 Mon)
HIV & Recovery: HARC (see 4 Mon)
Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus (see 4 Mon)
Meeting: Women's Support Group 5 pm (see 4 Mon)
Meeting: U-M LGBTA Commission of MSA 6 pm (see 4 Mon)
Mondays in Leonardo's: Pierpont Commons 7-9 pm (see 4 Mon)
Ann Arbor-Juigalpa Sister City Committee Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, First Baptist Church, 512 E. Huron. Plan for next project and delegation to Nicaragua. 663-1870
26 Tuesday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Tenant Talk WCBN 88.3 FM 6-6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Frontrunners & Walkers 6:20 pm & 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Meeting: Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Living With HIV: HARC 7:30-9 pm (see 5 Tue)
Kneset: Arbor Brewing Company 9:30 pm (see 8 Tue)
27 Wednesday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Living With HIV: HARC (see 5 Tue)
Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6 pm (see 2 Wed)
Canoeing & Kayaking: Wild Women on the Water 6:30 pm (see 9 Wed)
Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, call for location. Plan the 23rd annual CROP walk. 663-1870
A Pleasure-Positive Safer Sex Toy Party: Safety Girl and Butch Curious 7:30 pm, Common Language Book Store, 215 S. 4th Ave. Frank and sincere language for audiences with an open mind. Games, demos and prizes. 975-9975
Children's Support Group Meeting: Alliance for the Mentally III of Washtenaw County 7:30 pm, St. Clare's Episcopal Church, 2309 Packard. For children aged 6-10 who have mentally ill relatives - a parent or relative must also attend the Adult Support Group meeting at the same time. 994-6611
Adult Support Group Meeting: Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Washtenaw County 7:30 pm, St. Clare's Episcopal Church, 2309 Packard. For people who have mentally ill family members. 994-6611
The Moncef Jenoud Quartet: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. 4th Ave. A Montreux Detroit Jazz Fest preview; the quartet's first U.S. appearance, $5-$12. 769-2999
Ann Arbor Irish Ensemble: Arbor Brewing Company 8 pm (see 2 Wed)
28 Thursday
Volunteer Stewardship Workday: A2 Parks & Rec 10 am-1 pm, Argo Park. Meet at boat launch parking on Longshore Dr. Help remove non-native plants. Dress for field work. 996-3266
Racial & Economic Justice Meeting: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice noon, (see 14 Thu)
Toot Your Own Horn - lnterviewing for Success: Soundings - A Center For Women 5:30-8:30 pm, 4090 Packard. Turn your interviews into job offers, $65. pre-register 973-7723
Frontrunners & Walkers 6:20 pm & 6:30 pm (see 5 Tue)
Meeting: Positive Women's Support Group 6:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Meeting: LGBTA Support Group for Men & Women 6:30 pm (see 7 Thu)
Coffee Hour: Shining Lakes Grove 7-9 pm, Sweetwaters Cafe, 123 W. Washington. 729-6968
Middle East Task Force: Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice 7:30 pm, call for location. Plan report on delegation to Jerusalem. 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
Al Hill and the Love Butlers: Arbor Brewing Company 9 pm (see 7 Thu)
29 Friday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
Women's Spirituality Group: Shining Lakes Grove 7-9 pm, 507 Pearl, Ypsi. Women only, please. 434-7444
Blue Moon Quartet: Espresso Royale Caffe 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. Jazz vocalist Linda Quiroz is joined by James Sneyd on violin, guitarist Jeff Plankenhorn & bassist Glenn Bering. 668-1838
30 Saturday
Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm (see 2 Sat)
Special Labor Day Weekend Contra Dance: AACTMD 6 pm, Pittsfield Grange Hall, Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. No experience or partner necessary. 6 pm potluck, 7 pm English country dancing, 8 pm contras, 11 pm couple dancing, $7. 913-2076
Storytelling with LaRon Williams: A2 Parks & Rec 7-8 pm Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver Rd. Stories around a campfire (indoors if raining), $5/person, $18/family. pre-register 662-7802
31 Sunday
Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team (see 1 Fri)
The African Masquerade Dancers: Pierpont Commons 3-4 pm, Atrium, 2101 Bonisteel, N. Campus. Performing traditional dances. 764-7544.
"Toy Story": Pierpont Commons 4 pm, East Room, 2101 Bonisteel, N. Campus. Free admission & popcorn. 764-7544.
Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 3 Sun)
Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men, & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 3 Sun)
Ann Arbor Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8 pm-midnight (see 3 Sun)
Contra Dancing: Pierpont Commons 8-10 pm, Atrium, 2101 Bonisteel, N. Campus. All levels welcome. 764-7544.
"Space Balls": Pierpont Commons 9 pm, East Room, 2101 Bonisteel, N. Campus. Free admission & popcorn. 764-7544.
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