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1998
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FEBRUARY

LITERARY EVENTS

Book & Poetry Readings, Publication Parties, Writers Groups, etc., are listed in the LITERARY EVENTS Calendar (page 10).

VISUAL ARTS

Art Exhibitions, Workshops, Artist Opportunities, etc., are listed in the ARTS AGENDA Calendar (page 11).

Unless otherwise noted, all events are in these Calendars are FREE and open to the public

PEACE AND JUSTICE

Meetings, protests and rallies, film showings, lectures, benefits, etc., related specifically to politics or grassroots actions are now listed in the PEACE & JUSTICE Calendar (page 13).

 

To publicize March Calendar events, send information by February 15 to AGENDA, 220 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, MI 48104.

Unless otherwise noted, all events are listed in the CALENDAR are free and open to the public. All locations are in Ann Arbor unless otherwise noted.

 

1 Sunday

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time & location. Coached work-out; all swimming abilities welcome. Kelly (248) 543-9716

Music Festival of India: U-M School of Music 8am - 3 pm, Britton Recital Hall, N. Campus. Celebrate the life and music of Thyagaraja, the greatest computer of he Carnatic tradition. 764-5582

M-Fit Taste of Health: Whole Foods Market 11:30 am-3 pm, WCC, Morris Lawrence Bldg. Sample food and learn recipes with local chefs and food experts. 998-6274

Swim Lessons: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team noon, Mack Pool. Free swim lessons for lesbians. A2QUA will help you learn to swim. 663-0036

Groundhog Day Celebration: A2 Parks & Rec 12:30-2 pm, Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver Road. Children ages 3-5 search for signs of this furry friends & its shadow, $6 per child. Register 662-7802

Live Music: Borders Books 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. Featuring "Fountainhead." 668-7652

Annual Meetings: Ecology Center of Ann Arbor 2-4 pm, NEW Center, 1100 N. Main. With keynote speaker Jane Holtz Kay, author of "Asphalt Nation: How the Automobile Took Over America and How We Can Take It Back." 761-3186

"Inhlanzi Ishelwe Amanzi—As Fish Out Of Water": Walk & Squawk Performance Project 2 pm & 7 pm, Performance Network, 408 West Washington. A multi-lingual tapestry of diverse South African characters, images, observations and personal stories exploring question of culture, identity, race and tradition, $15,/$12 students & seniors. 668-0407

"You Can't Take It With You": A2 Civic Theatre 2 pm, Civic Playhouse, 2275 Platt Rd. Play by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman in which the one stable daughter of a quirky, free-spirited family falls for the "down-to-earth" son of a snotty wealthy family. Call for ticket info. 971-AACT

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 2 pm, Garage Theatre, 137 Park Street, Chelsea. Wendy Hammond's play tells the story of an uneducated young mother who seeks a better life for herself and her two children. Contains adult language and situations, $20-$25. (734) 475-7902

Rhythm Writers: Pierpont Commons 2-4 pm, Piano Lounge in Pierpont Commons. Variety of poetry and music. (248) 652-8568

"The Adventures of Contemporary Piano Music": University Musical Society 3 pm, Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N. 4th Ave. Piano master class with Ursula Oppens. 764-2538

Meeting: Zen Meditation Group/LGBTA 4-6 pm, e-mail for location. Meditation, a Dharma talk, discussion and socializing. areelian@juno.com.

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals: Tree of Life Metropolitan Comm. Church 6 pm, 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 485-3922

Meeting: Unscouts 7 pm, Zingerman's Next Door. Bisexual women's support and social group for ages 21 and over. 913-8660

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm, downstairs (back entrance), 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 721-2081

A2 Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8pm-midnight, 116 E. Washington. 213-1393

Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am, 207 S. Ashley. Listen/perform. 662-8310

 

2 Monday

Support Group for Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Youth: Ozone House call for time, 1705 Washtenaw Ave. Meets every Mon. 662-2265

HIV & Recovery: HIV/AIDS Resource Center (HARC) call for time and place. Every Mon. For HIV-positive men & women who are in recovery from chemical dependence. 800-578-3200

Job Hunters Networking Group: Soundings-A Center For Women 10-11:30 am, 4090 Packard. Ongoing drop-in program. Meet with other job seekers, $5. 973-7723

Ursula Oppens: University Musical Society 12:30, U-M School of Music, Room 2043. Oppens and Amnon Wolman discuss and perform Wolman's "New York for Two Interactive Disklaviers." 764-2538

Piano Master Class: U-M School of Music 4:30 pm, Britton Recital Hall, N. Campus. With Ursula Oppens. 764-0594

Women's Support Group: LGBTA 5:15 pm, LGBTA Lounge, Mich. Union 3rd Floor. Every Mon. Open to all women. 763-4186

Live Jazz: Mondays in Leonardo's 7-9 pm, Pierpont Commons (lower level), N. Campus. With Randy Napoleon & Friends. 764-7544

Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:30 pm, A2 Civic Theater, 2275 Platt Rd. A Lesbian Gay Bi and Trans chorus open for all. Every Mon. email outloud@umich.edu

New Lesbian Group: LGBTA 7:30 pm, Aut Bar, 315 Braun Ct. Meet other professional lesbian singles over coffee or cocktails, every 1st Monday. 747-7322

Interactive Theater: Hillel/U-M Housing Division 8 pm, call for place. "Talk To Us" troupe presents "The Other Side of the Mirror" and "Identity Indemnity." 769-0500x436

Israeli Movie Night: American Movement for Israel 9 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Showing of the film "Song of the Siren." 769-0500

The Bird of Paradise Orchestra: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am, 207 S. Ashley. Big band jazz, $3. 662-8310.

"The Adventures of Contemporary Piano Music": University Musical Society 3 pm, Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N. 4th Ave. Piano master class with Ursula Oppens. 764-2538

Meeting: Zen Meditation Group/LGBTA 4-6 pm, e-mail for location. Meditation, a Dharma talk, discussion and socializing. areelian@juno.com.

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals: Tree of Life Metropolitan Comm. Church 6 pm, 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 485-3922

Meeting: Unscouts 7 pm, Zingerman's Next Door. Bisexual women's support and social group for ages 21 and over. 913-8660

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm, downstairs (back entrance), 1st Congreg. Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. 721-2081

A2 Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8pm-midnight, 116 E. Washington. 213-1393

Paul Finkbeiner's Jazz Jam Session: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am, 207 S. Ashley. Listen/perform. 662-8310

 

3 Tuesday

Living with HIV: HIV/AIDS Resource Center call for time & location. Every Tue. & Wed. Support group for men & women. 572-9355

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

Moving Beyond the Basics: A2 District Library 10 am, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Web class 3: discussing bookmarks, saving to disk and how to evaluate Websites. $5. Register 327-4550

Downtown Sounds: A2 District Library 12:10-1 pm 343 S. Fifth Ave. WCC instructor and musician John Lawrence performs contemporary jazz. 327-4525

Guest Recital: U-M School of Music 12:30 pm, Rehearsal Hal, E.V. Moore Bldg., N. Campus. Percussionist J.B. Smith joined by U-M Percussion Ensemble. 764-0594

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HIV/AIDS Resource Center (HARC) 6-9 pm, HARC offices, 3075 Clark Rd., Ste. 203. Walk-in, confidential testing. 572-9355

Frontrunners/walkers 6:15 pm (walkers) & 6:35 pm (runners), Fuller Pool parking lot Tue & Thu. Runners and walkers, various paces and distances. Call to confirm locations. 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

String Figure Fun: A2 District Library 6:30-7:30 pm, 343 S. Fifth Ave. For 8 years and up. Register 327-8301

Men's Support Group: LGBTA 7 pm, 3116 Mich. Union. Every Tue. Open to all men. 763-4186

English Country Dancing: A2 Council for Traditional Music and Dance 7-9:45 pm, Chapel Hill Condo Clubhouse, 3350 Green Rd. Workshop and dancing, all levels welcome, $4. 663-0744

Lecture: Whole Foods Market 7-8:30 pm, Tappan Middle School, E. Stadium. "Non-Invasive Diagnostic Techniques" by Cindy Klement. Register 971-3366

Meeting: Cleptomaniacs & Shoplifters Anonymous (CASA) 7-8:30 pm, First Baptist Church, 512 E. Huron. Weekly support group. 913-6990

Herbal Wisdom Series: People's Food Co-op 7:30-9:30 pm, 216 N. 4th Ave. "Herbal Allies for Childbearing and Menopause." Register 769-0095

Weekly Meeting: Conservative Minyan 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Help plan activities for the minyan. 769-0500

Fellowship of Isis: Magical Education Council of A2 7:30 pm, ICC Ed Ctr, 1522 Hill. New group for the study and celebration of ancient Egyptian religion. 665-3522

University Symphony Orchestra: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Hill Aud. First orchestral concert of the new semester. 764-0594

Guest Recital: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Britton Recital Hall, N. Campus. Euphonium recital features Angie Hunter. 764-0594

Meeting: Sappho Gamma Phi 2 pm, 2nd Cooley Lounge, East Quad. Dyke discussion group, every Tue. 763-4186

Piognant Plecostomus: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm-1:30 am, 207 S. Ashley, $5. 662-8310

 

4 Wednesday

Living with HIV: HIVS/AIDS Resource Center call for time (see 3 Tue)

"Dr. Suess On The Loose": A2 Parks & Rec call for time, Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver Road. Hear these famous silly stories with a real life twist, for children ages 4-5. Register 662-7802

Beginner's Guide to the World Wide Web: A2 District Library 8:30 am West Branch, 2503 Jackson Ave. and Northeast Branch, 2713 Plymouth Rd. Register 994-1674 (W), 996-3180 (N)

Buhrrr Blasts: A2 Parks & Rec 3:30-5:15 pm, Buhr Ice Rink, 2751 Packard Rd. Special activities for kids, $3 adults/$2.50 youths & seniors ($2 skate rental). 971-3228

Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm. Closets R 4 Clothes (6 pm) & Radio Q (6:30 pm). News and more for the Les/Bi/Gay/Trans communities. 763-3500

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HIV/AIDS Resource Center (HARC) 6-9 pm, Community Family Health Center, 1230 N. Maple Rd. Walk-in confidentil testing. 998-6117

Parsha & Pizza: American Movement for Israel 6-7:15 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Torah study & pizza. 769-0500

Support Group for LGBT Parents: Commong Language Bookstore 6:30-7:30 pm, 215 S. 4th Ave. Support/discussion group exploring issues for gay parents, every Wed. 663-0036

Open Class in Wicca: Magical Education Council of A2 7 pm, call for location. Beginning instruction. Kami 761-1137

Public Screening: 36th Ann Arbor Film Festival 7 pm-midnight, Gypsy Cafe, 214 N. 4th Ave. Screening of film entries for the March festival. 995-5356

Reform Chavurah Weekly Meeting: Hillel 7:30 pm, 1429 Hill. Help plans services and special events. 769-0500

Shamanic Journeys: Magical Education Council of A2 7:30 pm, ICC Ed Ctr, 1522 Hill. Trance-like visits to other worlds to the accompaniment of the shaman's drum. 665-3522

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Fesival [sic]: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. With George Kahumoko Jr., Rev. Dennis Kamakahi and Cyril Phinui, $15. 761-1454

Concert Band: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Hill Aud. With conductor James Tapia. 764-0594

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theater Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

East Quad Group: LGBTA 9 pm, 2nd Cooley Lounge, E. Quad. Weekly social group for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals. 763-4186

Ron Brooks Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am, 207 S. Ashley. With Brooks (bass), Rick Roe (piano), and Pete Siers (drums), $3. 662-8310

 

5 Thursday

Shulchan Ivrit: American Movement for Israel 5:30 pm, Cava Java (E.U. at S.U.), downstairs. A fun way to practice Hebrew. 769-0500

Frontrunners/Walkers 6:15 pm & 6:35 pm (see 3 Tue)

"Face the Music": WCBN 88.3 FM 7-8 pm. Radio show with the one-and-only arwulf arwulf. 763-3500

"Sexuality & Spirituality—Exploring the Connections": LGBTA 7-8 pm, Guild House, 802 Monroe. Discussion group. 662-5189

Intro to the Electronic Card Catalog: A2 District Library 7 pm. 343 S. Fifth Ave. 327-4550

Women's Basketball: LGBTA 7 pm, CCRB. All skill levels welcome, every Thu. women's.b-ball@u-mich.edu

"Open" Open Mic: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard. With hosts Lili Fox and Shell. Perform or listen. 662-8283

Whirleyball" Grabs & Professionals/Hillel 8 pm, meet at Hillel, 1429 Hill. Learn to play whirleyball, $5. 769-0500

Al & Emily Cantrell: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Acoustic music with fiddle, $11. 761-1451

Guest/Faculty Recital: U-M School of Music 8 pm, McIntosh Theatre, N. Campus. Lecture/recital on the MIDI-flute. 764-0594

"Inhlanzi Ishelwe Amanzi—As Fish Out Of Water": Walk & Squawk Performance Project 8 pm, Wayne State University, General Lectures Bldg. Aud., Detroit. A multilingual tapestry of diverse South African characters, images, observations and personal stories exploring questions of cultures, identity, race and tradition, $15/$12 students & seniors. 668-0407

Dale Ward Singers: University Musical Society 8 pm, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. 40-person ensemble sings a wide variety of music, $20. 764-2538

"The Choreography of Geography": University Dance Company 8 pm, Power Center. Works inspired by the four points of the compass, including choreography by Merce Cunningham, $14-$18. 764-0450

Live Jazz: Thursdays at Leonardo's 8-10 pm, Pierpont Commons (lower level), N. Campus. Featured jazz combos of U-M students. 764-7544.

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Ron Brooks Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am (see 4 Wed)

Freakwater: Prism 9:30 pm, Blind Pig, 208 S. First. With special guests Mike Ireland & Holler, $6. 99-MUSIC

 

6 Friday

Delivering Shabbat Meals: Volunteers in Action/Hillel call for details. Help deliver Shabbat dinners to homebound elderly in A2. 769-0500

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

"How Could You Stoop SoLo?": Walk & Squawk Performance Project call for time and price, Hagopian World of Rugs, 850 S. Maple. Hilary Ramsden in an evening of solo pieces which examine love, time, cooking, traveling & the geography of our bodies. 643-8198 

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Family Reading Night: A2 District Library call for time, Northeat Branch, 2713 Plymouth Rd. Local celebrities read their favorite books for children and families. 996-3180

Lady Sunshine & the X Band: The Tap Room call for time and price, 201 W. Mich., Ypsi. 482-5320

Graduate & Professional Mishneh Torah Chug: Hillel 8:30 am, 1429 Hill. Study of Rambam's cofe of Jewish law. 769-0500

Master Class: U-M School of Music 11 am, School if Music Recital Hall. Featuring choral conductor Dale Ward. 764-0594

Chamber Choir Master Class: University Musical Society 1:30 pm, U-M School of Music Recital Hall. Conductor Dale Ward works with the U-M Chamber Choir. 764-2538

Paul Klinger's E-Z Street Quintet: Bird of Paradise 5-8 pm, 207 S. Ashley. Dixieland to swing, $2. 662-8310

Women of Color Support Group: LGBTA 7 pm, LGBTA Loungue, Mich. Union 3rd Floor. For lesbian, bisexual, and questioning women of color. Every fri. 763-4186

Opera Workshop: U-M School of Music 7 pm, McIntosh Theatre, N. Campus. An evening of staged art song. 764-2538

Chesapeake: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. With Special guests Slaid Cleaves and The RDF Boys, $12.50. 761-1451

St. Paul Chamber Orchestra with Emanuel Ax: University Musical Society 8 pm, Hill Aud. One of the country's best chamber orchestras, featuring pianist Emanuel Ax, $16-$45. 764-2538

"The Choreography of Geography": University Dance Company 8 pm (see 5 Thu)

Guest Recital: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Britton Recital Hall, N. Camps. Darryl Taylor, tenor, presents African-American recital literature. 764-2538

David Mosher: Cafe Anzu 8-10 pm, 1733 Plymouth Rd. Acoustic folk. 769-1212

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Preview "Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

SongCrafters: Cafe Zola 9-11 pm, 112 W. Washington. With Liz Monblamco, Vint & Matilda, Elissa White Hatt and Michael Brock. 769-2020

Firebird Balalaika Ensemble: Espresso Royal Caffe 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. Music of Russia and Eastern Europe performed on traditional instruments 769-2331

"Winner's Gig": Friday in Leonardo's 9-11 pm, Pierpont Commons. The winner of January's "Open Mic Night" will perform an entire evening's program. 764-7544

Janet Hailey & Tim Lyons: Cafe Felix 9-11 pm, 304 S. Main. Singer/songwriters. 662-8650

Jeannine Miller & Vincent Shandor Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 11 pm, & 12:30 am, 207 S. Ashley. Jazz, $5. 662-8310

Danny Cox: Cafe Afundi 10 pm-midnight, 304 S. Ashley. Live music. 665-0770

Friday Dance Jam: People Dancing 10:30 pm, People Dancing Studio, 111 Third St. Eclectic, recorder dance music (bring your own tapes). Smoke-and-alcohol-free, children welcome, wheelchair accessible, $3. 459-8136

 

7 Saturday

"Don't Let a Little Bit of Gravity Keep You Down": Reform Chavurah call for time, meet and Hillel, 1429 Hill. Indoor rock climbing. 647-4365

Movie Night: Conservative Minyan/Hillel call for time, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Mel Brooks Movie Marathon. 769-0500

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HIV/AIDS Recourse Center (HARC) 10 am-2 pm, HARC offices, 3075 Clark Rd., Ste. 203, Ypsi. Second location: St. Peter A.M.E. Church, 948 Wating Bldv., Ypsi. Walk-in, confidential testing. 572-9355

Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm, Walk & Squawk Studio, 122 E. Mosley. Teens interested in exploring issues of sexual orientation and gender identity; no artistic experience necessary. Allies welcome. 763-4186.

Winter Hike: Jewish Environmental Awareness Project 1:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Afternoon hike. 769-0500

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 3 pm (see 1 Sun)

Open Jam: A2 Council for Traditional Music and Dance 4-6 pm, Pittsfield Grange, 3337 A2-Saline Rd. All levels of string band musicians invited. 662-3371

Interfaith Worship Service: Guild House 5:30-6:30 pm, 802 Monroe. Weekly worship. 662-5189

Kenny Baron: Kerrytown Concert House 7 & 9 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. In celebration of his newest Verve recording "Things Unseen," this pianist masterfully blends open space and edgy rhythms, $10-$15, call for reservations. 769-2999

Steve Ferguson & The Midwest Creole Ensemble: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Cajun blues-rock, $12.50. 761-1451

Contemporary Directions Ensemble: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Rackham Lecture Hall. Music by U-M composers. 764-0594

First Saturday Contra Dance: A2 Council for Traditional Music & Dance 8 pm, Pittsfield Grange, 3337 A2-Saline Rd. Dance to live music, $6. 769-1052

February Frolic: Tree of Life MCC 8 pm-midnight, First Congregational Church, 218 N. Adams, Ypsi. Fun, food and dancing for LGBT and friends, $3-5 donation. 485-3922

Valentine Skate: Ann Arbor Parks & Rec 8-9:30 pm, Veterans Memorial Park Indoor Ice Arena, Jackson and Maple. Skating for all ages, with live dj, $4.25/adult, $3.50/youth & senior, $2 skate rental/ 761-7240

Coffeehouse Series: Mich. Union Arts & Programs 8 pm, U-Club, Mich. Union. Dynamic Duos and Trios Night. 763-3202

"Inhlanzi Ishelwe Amanzi—As Fish Out Of Water": Walk & Squawk Performance Project 8 pm (see 5 Thu)

"The Choreography of Geography": University Dance Company 8 pm (see 5 Thu)

Preview "Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

"Sur": Sweetwaters Cafe 9-11 pm, 123 W. Washington. Singer/guitarist of the Sur Trio performs her solo repertoire. 769-2331

Superfastrunners: Cafe Felix 9-11 pm, 304 S. Main. Acoustic-based, post-punk world folk. 662-8650

Luna: Prism 9:30 pm, Blind Pig, 208 S. First. With Apples in Stereo, $12. 99-MUSIC

Jeannine Miller & Vincent Shandor Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 11 pm & 12:30 am (see 6 Fri)

 

8 Sunday

3rd Annual Progressive Concert & Reception: UMGALAS call for time, U-M School of Music, Blanche Anderson Moore Organ Hall. 764-3292

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

Swim Lessons: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team noon (see 1 Sun)

Kids Concerts: Oz's Music 1 pm, 1920 Packard Rd. Open stage for the young ones. Perform or listen. 662-8283

Meeting: A2 Co-Housing Group 1-3 pm, Nicola's Books, 2513 Jackson Rd. Update on the local Co-Housing project. 663-7523

Live Music: Borders Books 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. "Buzzrats" unplugged. 668-7652

Preview "Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 2 & 7 pm (see 12 Thu)

"The Choreography of Geography": University Dance Company 2 pm (see 5 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 2 pm (see 1 Sun)

"Fatty & Mabel": A2 Silent Film Society 3 pm, Clarion Hotel, 2900 Jackson Rd. 4 short-subject films with Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle and feature film "Mickey" (1918), $4. 677-1359

Canadian Brass:University Musical Society 4 pm, Hill Aud. Unlikely blend of vaudeville and high culture, $18-$30. 764-2538

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 1 Sun)

Folkin' A-Squared: The Ark 7 pm, 316 S. Main. A2 Songwriters In The Round with Chris Buhalis, K.C. Groves, Lisa Hunter, Brian Lillie, Kevin Meisel, Jim Roll, Jo Serrapere and Rollie Russing III; hosted by Dick Siegel, $10. 761-1451

"Inhlanzi Ishelwe Amanzi—As Fish Out Of Water": Walk and Squawk Performance Project 7 pm (see 5 Thu)

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men & Biexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 1 Sun)

"When Night is Falling": Queer Visibility Week 8 pm, Trotter House. Story of a love affair between two women, this film touches on sexuality, race, religion and class. 763-4186

Israeli Dancing: Hillel 8-10 pm, 1429 Hill. Instruction & dancing, $2.50. 769-0500

Gramercy Trio: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Evening of music with this newly formed trio, $5-$12. Reservations 769-2999

Gender Explorers: LGBTA 8 pm, Room 3110, Mich. Union. New social/support group for transgenderists, trans-sexuals, cross-dressers, Third Genders, intersexuals, those questioning their gender, and all others who live outside of society's gender expectations. 763-4186

A2 Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8pm-midnight (see 1 Sun)

Jazz Jam Session: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm- 1 am (see 1 Sun)

 

9 MONDAY

"The Environmental Semester, Rethinking the Relationship": Organization of African-American Students in Architecture and Urban Planning call for time, Atrium Gallery. Exhibition of renderings and models in support of the LSA theme semester (thru 25 Wed). 764-7544

HIV & Recovery: HARC (see 2 Mon)

Support Group for Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Youth: Ozone House (see 2 Mon)

Introduction to Computers: A2 District Library 10 am, 343 S. Fifth Ave. "Hands on" class, $5. Register 327-4550

Job Hunters Networking: Soundings 10-11:30 am (see 2 Mon) 

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Women's Support Group: LGBTA 5:15 pm (see 2 Mon)

African-American History Month Reception: A2 District Library 7-8 pm, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Community reception with delicacies and music. 327-4525

Live Jazz: Mondays in Leonardo's 7-9 pm (see 2 Mon)

"Mental Illness in Children and Adolescents": Aliiance for the Mentally Ill of Washtenaw County 7:30-9:30 pm, St. Clare/Temple Beth Emeth Bldg., 2309 Packard. Q&A with guest speaker. 994-6611

Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:30 pm (see 2 Mon)

Composers Forum: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Britton Recital Hall, N. Campus. Showcase of new works by U-M students. 964-0594

"Network Chiropractic's Role in Your Health Care Plan": Dr. Rob Koliner 8 pm, 1210 North Maple. An introduction to the practice and philosophy of Network Chiropractics. 761-5908

Midrash & Munchies: Conservative Minyan/Hillel 8-9 pm, 1429 Hill. With Rabbi Rich Kirschen  769-0500

Interactive Theater: Hillel/U-M Housing Division 8 pm (see 2 Mon)

Movie Night: Reform Chavurah 8:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Showing of "Billy Madison." 769-0500

The Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 2 Mon)

 

10 Tuesday

Living with HIV: HIV/AIDS Resource Center call for time (see 3 Tue)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

"No Two Snowflakes Are Alike": A2 Materials Recovery Facility 1-4 pm, MRF Education Center, 4120 Platt Rd. Learn all about reducing, reusing and recycling paper while exercising your creativity. 994-2807

Community Ethnic Festival & African Fashion Show: A2 Parks & Rec 6-8:30 pm, Bryant Community Center, 3 W. Eden Court. African-inspired designs by local artists. Bring a favorite dish to share; call for fees and registration. 994-2722

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 6-9 pm (see 3 Tue)

Frontrunners/Walkers 6:15 pm & 6:35 pm (see 3 Tue)

Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Advanced Contra-English Dance: Rocky Road 7-9:45 pm, Chapel Hill Condo Clubhouse, 3350 Green Rd. All dances taught, $5. 662-5158

Introduction to Genealogy Resources: A2 District Library 7 pm, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Register 327-4550

Movie Night: Frankel Center for Judaic Studies 7 pm, 1300 Chemistry Bldg. Showing of the film "Shop On Main Street." 769-0500

Origami Demonstration: A2 District Library 7-8 pm, Main Library, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Don Shall, A2's 
Origami Guy" returns. Register 327-8301

Men's Support Group: LGBTA 7 pm (see 3 Tue)

Meeting: CASA 7-8:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Movie Night: Jewish Women's Forum/Ahava—Jewish LesBiGay Collective 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Showing of the film "Torch Song Trilogy" 769-0500

Weekly Meeting: Conservative Minyan 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Fellowship of Isis: Magical Education Council of A2 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Queer People of Color: Queer Visibility Week 8 pm, Anderson Room D, Mich. Union. Discussion with panel of students from All Us and Mothra. 763-4186

Guy Davis: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Acoustic blues, $11. 761-1451

University Philharmonia Orchestra: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Hill Aud. Works by Mendelssohn and Bizet, with conductor Pier Calabria. 764-0594

"Get Curious w/ Safety Girl & Butch Curious": CTV Channel 9 9 pm. Public access live call-in TV show. 975-9975

Meeting: Sappho Gamma Phi 9 pm (see 3 Tue)

Acid Jazz Night with Transmission: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm-1:30 am, 207 S. Ashley. Funky, avant-garde dance music, $5. 662-8310

 

11 Wednesday

Living with HIV: HIVS/AIDS Resource Center call for time (see 3 Tue)

"Dr. Suess On The Loose": A2 Parks & Rec call for time (see 4 Wed)

Lecture: Frankel Center for Judaic Studies noon, Commons Room, Lane Hall. Assistant Prof. Kemal Bakar frm the Univ. of Sarajevo will discuss "The Sarajevo Hagadah—Keepers, Seekers and Retrievers." 769-0500

Buhrrr Blasts: A2 Parks & Rec 3:30-5:15 pm (see 4 Wed)

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 6-9 pm (see 4 Wed)

Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6-7 pm (see 4 Wed)

Parsha & Pizza: AMI 6-7:15 pm (see 4 Wed)

Support Group for LGBT Parents: Common Language Bookstore 6:30-7:30 pm (see 4 Wed)

Beginner's Guide to the World Wide Web: A2 District Library 7 pm, Loving Branch, 3042 Creek Drive. Register 994-2353

"When Harry Met Sally": Pierpont Commons 7 pm, Easy Room. Rob Reiner's buoyant romantic comedy, $1. 764-7544

Reform Chavurah: Hillel 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed)

Shamanic Journeys: Magical Ed. Council of A2 7:30 (see 4 Wed)

LGBT Faculty, Staff & Administration: Queer Visibility Week 8 pm, Kuenzel Room, Mich. Union. Panelists will discuss their experience of being queer and working for the U-M. 763-4186

Open Stage: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Perform or listen, sign-up begins at 7:30, $3. 761-1451

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam: University Musical Society 8 pm, Hill Aud. Program of Mahlet and Bruckney, $20-$55. 764-2538

BR5-49: PRISM 8 pm, Majestic, 4140 Woodward, Detroit. With Gino & The Lone Valley Boys and Swingin Demons, $12.50. 99-MUSIC

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Ron Brooks Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am  (see 4 Wed)

East Quad Group: LGBTA 9 pm (see 4 Wed)

 

12 Thursday

"Become Outrageous": Town Hall Celebrity Lecture Series 10:30 am, Mendelssohn Theater. With gerontologist, sociologist and educator Ruth Harriott Jacobs. Luncheon to follow, $15/lecture, $15/luncheon. 663-4451

Dinner for the Homeless: Volunteers in Action/Hillel 3-5 pm (cook food), 5-7 pm (serve food), First United Methodist Church (across from Frieze). Walk-in help needed. 769-0500

Women of Influence Series: SOS Community Services 5-6 pm, Genesis Center, 2309 Packard, St. Clare's Church and Temple Beth Emeth. Theme: "Each one of us is a woman of influence." 485-8730

Shulchan Ivrit: American Movement for Israel 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu)

Frontrunners/Walkers 6:15 pm & 6:35 pm (see 3 Tue)

Women's Basketball: LGBTA 7 pm (see 5 Thu)

"Sexuality & Spirituality—Exploring the Connections": LGBTA 7-8 pm (see 5 Thu)

"Face the Music": WCBN 88.3 FM 7-8 pm (see 5 Thu)

Songwriters Open Mic: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard. With host Jim Novak. Perform or listen. 662-8283

Lani Ka'ahumanu—Bisexual and Bicultural: Queer Visibility Week 8 pm, Rackham Amphitheater. First major bisexual speaker to appear at U-M. 763-4186

Jazz Combos: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Rackham Lecture Hall. 764-0594

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm, 408 W. Washington. Opening night. Comedy by Larry Dean Harris about Gary, an ambitious gay art director who approaches Diana, a Jewish woman, for a position in her high-powered advertising agency, and their ensuing friendship, $15/$12 students & seniors, Thu is pay-what-you-can-day. (Sign-language interpreter provided for the 2 pm show on March 1). 663-0681

"The Man Who Came To Dinner": P.T.D. Productions 8 pm, Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron, Ypsi. Comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman in which the celebrity "houseguest from hell" lands on the doorstep of the Stanley family's Ohio home, $12/$9 students & seniors. 483-7345

"The Best People": U-M Dept. of Theatre and Drama 8 pm, Mendelssohn Theatre. Avery Hopwood's and David Gray's 1924 period comedy which reveals how perceptions of moral character are colored by class differences, $14-$18. 764-0450

David Barrett & Kitty Donohoe: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Live music, $10. 761-1451

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Live Jazz: Thursdays in Leonardo's 8-10 pm (see 5 Thu)

Ron Brooks Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am (see 4 Wed)

"Get Curious w/ Safety Girl & Butch Curious": CTV Channel 9 10 pm. (see 10 Tue)

 

13 FRIDAY

Delivering Shabbat Meals: Volunteers in Action/Hillel call for time (see 1 Sun)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

Moving Beyond the Basics: A2 District Library 8:30 am, West Branch, 2503 Jackson Ave. Web class 3. Register 994-1674

Graduate & Professional Mishneh Torah Chug: Hillel 8:30 am (see 6 Fri)

Kiss-In: Queer Visibility Week noon, U-M Diag. People of all sexual orientations will gather to demonstrate affection in a safe public space. 763-4186

Safer-Sex Workshop: Queer Visibility Week 2 pm, Kuenzel Room, Mich. Union. Lani Ka'ahumanu and her "safer-sex sluts" present a wild safer-sex education workshop for people of all sexual orientations. 763-4186

Paul Klinger's E-Z Street Quintet: Bird of Paradise 5-8 pm (see 6 Fri)

Winter Evening at Cobblestone Farm: A2 Parks & Rec 6-9 pm, 2781 Packard. Experience a typical evening on the farm with craft projects and games, $2/person, $8/family. 994-2928

Sharing Shabbat & Dinner: Reform Chavurah 6:25 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Bring your friends, Jews and non-Jewish, to services and dinner. Reservations 769-0500

Moonlight Serenade: A2 Parks & Rec 6:30-9 pm, Huron Hills Cross Country Ski Center, 3465 E. Huron River Dr. Cross country ski under the stars, $2.50/trail fee, $1.25-$3.50/equipment rental. 971-6840

"Hearts For The Arts '98": A2 Symphony Orchestra & Heart Care Program of the U-M Health System 6:30 pm, Crowne Plaza, 610 Hilton Blvd.

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Annual benefit dinner dance and celebrity art acution promotes public support for the arts and awareness of the prevention of heart diseas, $75 & $125. 994-4801

Booklover's Guide to the Internet: A2 District Library 7 pm, Northeast Branch, 2713 Plymouth Road. Introduction to websites of interest to readers. Register 996-3180

Women of Color Support Group: LGBTA 7 pm (see 6 Fri)

Empatheater: Kerrytown Concert House 7:30 pm 415 N. 4th Ave. Improvisation troupe trained in Drama Therapy and Psychodrama. Performances are designed from situations written by audience members, $7-$12. 769-2999

Discussion Group: OLO (Older Lesbians Organizing) 7:30 pm, Common Language Bookstore, 215 S. 4th Ave. Topics will be love, lust and passion. 663-0036

Mack Pool Luau: A2 Parks & Rec 7:30-9 pm, Mack Indoor Pool, 715 Brooks. Tropical refreshments and games, $2.50/adults, $1.50/youth & seniors. 994-2898

Veggie Shabbat Potluck: Grads & Professions/Hillel 7:45 pm, Lawyers' Club, Law Quad. This month's focus is on Judaism and the environment. 769-0500

Benefit: A2 Civic Theatre 8 pm, Civic Playhouse, 2275 Platt Rd. An evening of cabaret entertainment in a fundraiser to support the A2 Civic Theatre, $15. 971-AACT

Juan-José Mosalini and His Grand Tango Orchestra: University Musical Society 8 pm, Rackham Aud. This Parisian tango orchestra celebrates romance with passionate sounds, $16-$30. 764-2538

Symphony Band: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Hill Aud. With conductor Kevin Sedatole. 764-0594

Saffire—The Uppity Blues Women: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. More than just acoustic blues, $15. 761-1451

Jennifer Jean Smith: Cafe Anzu 8-10 pm, 1733 Plymouth Rd. Folk music. 769-1212

Jonny Lang: Prism 8 pm, Clutch Cargo's 65 E. Huron, Pontiac. With guest G.B.Leighton, $17.50. 99-MUSIC

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"The Man Who Came To Dinner": P.T.D. Productions 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

"The Best People": U-M Department of Theatre & Drama 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

An Oneg of Laughter: Reform Chavurah 9 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. With Rabbi Arnie Sleutelberg. 769-0500

Danny Cox: Cafe Felix 9-11 pm, 304 S. Main. Live music. 662-8650

Five Guys Named Moe: Espresso Royal Caffe 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. Acoustic swing. 668-1838

Owain Phyfe & the New World Renaissance Band: Cafe Zola 9-11 pm, 112 W. Washington. Live music. 769-2020

Paul Vornhagen Quartet: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 11 pm, & 12:30 am, 207 S. Ashley. Live jazz, $5. 662-8310

Ricardo Seir: Cafe Afundi 10 pm-midnight, 304 S. Ashley. Latin music. 665-0770

 

14 Saturday

Blizzard Ball Scramble: Ann Arbor Parks & Rec 9 am, Leslie Park Gold Course, 2120 Traver Road. Play six holes of golf in the snow with sloppy joes and cake afterwards, $48/per 4-person team, pre-register. 971-6840

"No Two Snowflakes Are Alike": A2 Materials Recovery Facility 10 am-noon (see 10 Tue)

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 10 am-2 pm (see 7 Sat)

Beginner's Guide to the World Wide Web: A2 District Library 11 am, 343 S. Fifth Ave., $5. Register 327-4550

Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm (se 7 Sat)

Victorian Valentine's Day: A2 Parks & Rec 1:30 & 3:30 pm, Kempf House, 312 S. Division. Enjoy the old world charm and romance of a traditional Valentine's Day tea, reservations required with pre-payment of $10/person. 994-4898

Buhrrr Fest: A2 Parks & Rec 2:30-4:30 pm, Buhr Outdoor Ice Rink, 2751 Packard. Variety of winter events on and around the ice rink, $3/adults, $2.50/youth & seniors, $2/skate rental. 971-3228

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 3 pm (see 1 Sun)

Interfaith Worship Service: Guild House 5:30-6:30 pm (see 7 Sat)

Owl Prowl—A Winter Hoot: A2 Parks & Rec 6:30-8:30 pm, Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver Rd. Family event filled with night hikes, owl calling, games and more, $6/person, $15/family. 662-7802

"Pandora's Box": Cinema guild 7 & 10:20 pm, Nat. Sci. Aud. 994-0027

Mark "Mr. B" Braun's Annual Birthday Bounce...Valentine's Day Blues & Boogie: Kerrytown Concert House 7 & 9 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. An evening of blues, boogie & beyond, with George Bedard, $10-$25. Reservations 769-2999

Biza Sopa & Bichinis Bia Congo Dance Troupe: The Ark 8 pm, 315 S. Main. Congolese music and dances, $10. 761-1451

Chen Zimbalista: University Musical Society 8 pm, Rackham Aud. One man with over 40 drums, cymbals, a marima and a vibraphone, with special guests, $10-$26. 764-2538

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"The Man Who Came To Dinner": P.T.D. Productions 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"The Best People": U-M Dept. of Theatre & Drama 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

"The Passion of Joan of Arc": Cinema Guild 9 pm, Nat. Sci. Aud. 994-0027

Poetry Love Fest: Cafe Felix 9-11 pm, 304 S. Main. Ten poets and musicians share their Valentine offerings. 662-8650

Wild Birds: Sweetwaters Cafe 9-11 pm, 123 W. Washington. Live music with Katherine Weider, David Goldfinger and Glenn Bering. 769-2331

Paul Vornhagen Quarter: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 11 pm, & 12:30 am (see 13 Fri)

 

15 Sunday

Monthly Meeting: A. Lorde Collective call for time, Affirmations Community Center, 195 W. Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale. Serving the needs and interested of Black lesbians in the metro Detroit area; every 3rd Sun. 313-862-3396

International Conference: Frankel Center for Judaic Studies call for time, Rackham Assembly Hall. Theme: "A Century of Modern Jewish Politics: The Bund and Zionism in Poland and Eastern Europe." 769-0500

Community Singing Workshop: Walk & Squawk Performance Project call for time, Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren, Detroit. The South African cast of "As Fish Out Of Water" performs and teaches traditional South African music. 668-0407

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team noon (see 1 Sun)

Live Music: Borders Books 1 pm, 612 E. Liberty. Surf music with the "Prodigals." 668-7652

Victorian Valentine's Day: A2 Parks & Rec 1:30 & 3:30 pm (see 14 Sat)

Gender-Free Contra Dance: A2 Rainbow Contra Dancers 2-5 pm, A2 Friends Meeting House, 1420 Hill St. American folk dancing without gender-specific dance roles, $6/$5 students. 764-6958

Meeting: Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays/PFLAG Ann Arbor 2-5 pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1917 Washtenaw. 741-0659

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 2 pm (see 1 Sun)

"The Best People": U-M Dept. of Theatre & Drama 2 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 2 & 7 pm (see 12 Thu)

Yuki & Tomoko Mack: Kerrytown Concert House 4 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Piano duo, call for ticket info. 769-2999

Michigan Chamber Players: U-M School of Music 4 pm, Britton Recital Hall, N. Campus. Program of Turina and Brahms. 764-0594

Meeting: Zen Meditation Group/LGBTA 4-6 pm (see 1 Sun)

Services for Lesbians, Gay Men & Bisexuals 6 pm (see 1 Sun)

Skating Party: Professional Womyn's Social Group 7 pm, Buhr Park. For womyn and their (girl)friends & families. 213-5452

Jonatha Brooke: The Ark 7:30 pm, 316 S. Main. Singer, songwriter & guitarist, $15. 761-1451

Henry Rollins: Prism 7:30 pm, Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty. Spoken Word Tour, $13.50. 99-MUSIC

Meeting: Ypsilanti Lesbian, Gay Men & Bisexuals' AA 7:30 pm (see 1 Sun)

"The Man Who Came To Dinner": P.T.D. Productions 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

Israeli Dancing: Hillel 8-10 pm (see 8 Sun)

A2 Bluestage: Arbor Brewing Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Jazz Jam Session: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm (see 1 Sun)

 

16 Monday

Support Group for Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Youth: Ozone House (see 2 Mon)

HIV & Recovery: HARC (see 2 Mon)

Job Hunters Networking: Soundings 10-11:30 am (see 2 Mon)

Women's Support Group: LGBTA 5:15 pm (see 2 Mon)

Meet Your Local Witch Night: Magical Education Council of A2 6-8 pm, Gypsy Cafe, 214 N. 4th Ave. Monthly fathering from all Wiccan traditions. Kami 761-1137

Kid's World Wide Web Demonstration: A2 District Library 7-8 pm, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Families welcome. 327-8301

Meeting: Unscouts 7 pm, Eastern Accents Bakery & Cafe. Bisexual women's support and social group for ages 21 and over. 913-8660

Audition: Ypsilanti Players 7-10 pm, St. Luke's Church, 120 N. Huron, Ypsi. Auditioning for the two act comedy "The Cashier" by Glen Merzer. 15 roles available for men and women of ages 18 to 60-plus. 487-PLAY

Live Jazz: Mondays in Leonardo's 7-9 pm (see 2 Mon)

Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:30 pm (see 2 Mon)

Interactive Theater: Hillel/U-M Housing Division 8 pm (see 2 Mon)

The Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 2 Mon)

 

17 Tuesday

Living with HIV: HARC call for time (see 3 Tue)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

Moving Beyond the Basics: A2 District Library 3 pm, Loving Branch, 3042 Creek Dr. Web class 3. Register 994-2353

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 6-9 pm (see 3 Tue)

Frontrunners/Walkers 6:15 pm & 6:35 pm (see 23 Tue)

Lesbian Survivor Support Group: LGBTA 6:30 pm (see 3 Tue

African-American History Month Forum: A2 District Library 7-8 pm, 343 S. Fifth Ave. "Ann Arbor: Then And Now," a discussion forum on race relations in the community. 327-4525

LGBT Graduate Student Forum: LGBTA 7 pm, East Conference Room, Rackham. Topic: "LGBT Graduate Student & Faculty Interactions—Building Professional Relationships." 763-4186

Introduction to Computers: A2 District Library 7 pm, (see 9 Mon)

Audition: Ypsilanti Players 7-10 pm (see 16 Mon)

Men's Support Group: LGBTA 7 pm (see 3 Tue)

Meeting: CASA 7-8:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

English Country Dancing: A2 Council for Traditional Music & Dance 7-9:45 pm (see 3 Tue)

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Weekly Meeting: Conservative Minyan 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Fellowship of Isis: Magical Education Council of A2 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Bill Morrisey: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Blues, $11. 761-1451

Chamber Choir and University Chamber Orchestra: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Hill Aud. Program of Haydn. 764-0594

"Get Curious w/ Safety Girl & Butch Curious": CTV Channel 9 9 pm (see 10 Tue)

Meeting: Sappho Gamma Phi 9 pm (see 3 Tue)

Poignant Plecostomus: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm-1:30 am (see 3 Tue)

 

18 Wednesday

Living with HIV: HARC call for time (see 3 Tue)

"Dr. Suess On The Loose": A2 Parks & Rec call for time (see 4 Wed)

Introduction to the Electronic Card Catalog: A2 District Library 8:30 am, West Branch, 2503 Jackson Ave. Register 994-1674

Moving Beyond the Basics: A2 District Library 8:30 am, Northeast Branch, 2713 Plymouth Road. Web class 3. Register 996-3180

Community Singing Workshop: Walk & Squawk Performance Project 2 pm, Rackham Aud. (see 15 Sun)

Buhrr Blasts: A2 Parks & Rec 3:30-5:15 pm (see 4 Wed)

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 6-9 pm (see 4 Wed)

Parsha & Pizza: AMI 6-7:15 pm (see 4 Wed)

String Figures & Games Workshop: People's Food Co-op 6:30-8:30 pm, 216 N. 4th Ave. Creative fun with string, for ages 6 and beyond. Register 769-0095

Support Group for LGBT Parents: Common Language Bookstore 6:30-7:30 pm (see 4 Wed)

Beginner's Guide to the Web: A2 District Library 7 pm (see 14 Sat)

Open Class in Wicca: Magical Ed. Council of A2 7 pm (see 4 Wed)

Reform Chavurah: Hillel 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed)

Shamanic Journeys: Magical Ed. Council of A2 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Open Stage: The Ark 8 pm (see 11 Wed)

East Quad Group: LGBTA 9 pm (see 4 Wed)

Ron Brooks Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am (see 4 Wed)

 

19 Thursday

Web Walk: A2 District Library 4 pm, 343 S. Fifth Ave. How to navigate netscape while exploring kid-safe websites. For first through fifth grades accompanied by an adult, $5. Register 327-4550

Shulchan Ivrit: American Movement for Israel 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu)

Frontrunners/Walkers 6:15 pm & 6:35 pm (see 3 Tue)

Healthy Family Series: People's Food Co-op 7-8:30 pm, 216 N. 4th Ave. "Men Talk About Heath,' a holistic discussion with Dr. Susie Zick. Register 769-0095

"Face the Music": WCBN 88.3 FM 7-8 pm (ee 5 Thu)

Women's Basketball: LGBTA 7 pm (see 5 Thu)

"Sexuality & Spirituality": LGBTA7-8 pm (see 5 Thu)

Rap Session: Jewish Women's Forum 7:30 pm, Hillel, 1429 Hill. Discussion of body image. 769-0500

Blue-Green Open Mic: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard. Acoustic blues, bluegrass, old time country & folk, with host Sid Rosenburg. Perform or listen. 662-8283

Dos Fallopia: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Comedy; "Dos Fallopia" are Lisa Koch & Peggy Platt, $13.50. 761-1451

Petersen Quartet: Musical Society 8 pm, Rackham Aud. Comprised of former principal players in the leading orchestras in Berlin and Leipzig. Meet the artists for a post-performance dialogue from the state, $14-$28. 764-2538

Ellen Rowe-Jiggs Whigam Quartet: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. U-M jazz faculty pianist Ellen Rowe brings her friends together for a dynamite evening of jazz, $5-$15. Reservations 769-2999

"The Man Who Came To Dinner": P.T.D. Productions 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

Live Jazz: Thursdays in Leonardo's 8-10 pm (see 5 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Ron Brooks Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am (see 4 Wed)

"Get Curious w/ Safety Girl & Butch Curious": CTV Channel 9 10 pm. (see 10 Tue)

 

20 Friday

Family Reading Night: A2 District Library call for time, West Branch, 2503 Jackson Ave. Local celebrities read their favorite books for children and families. 994-1674

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

Delivering Shabbat Meals: Volunteers in Action/Hillel call for time (see 6 Fri)

Mishneh Torah Chug: Hillel 8:30 am (see 6 Fri)

Beginner's Guide to Investment Resources: A2 District Library 7 pm, Loving Branch, 3042 Creek Drive. Overview of the Library's investment resources. Register 994-2353

Women of Color Support Group: LGBTA 7 pm (see 6 Fri)

Kid's Web Demonstration: A2 District Library 7-8 pm, (see 16 Mon)

1998 Huaren Cultural Show: Huaren Cultural Association 8 pm, Power Center. Featuring the Asian- American dramatic troupe, Descendants of the Monkey God, the Chinese Students Association Dance Troupe, and speaker Robert Kumaki, $3-$7. 913-1067

Chick Corea & Gary Burton: University Musical Society 8 pm, Michigan Theater. A double dose of jazz artistry on both keyboard and vibes, $20-$30. 764-2538

University Choir: U-M School of Music 8 pm, Hill Aud. 764-0594

"The Taffetas": Crosswell Opera House 8 pm, Croswell Opera House, 129 E. Maumee St, Adrian. This fictional female singing group will lead you on a musical journey through the fabulous '50s, $14-$16. 517-264-SHOW

RDF Boys: The Ark 9 pm, 316 S. Main. Bluegrass, $9. 761-1451

Danny Cox: Cafe Anzu 8-1o pm, 1733 Plymouth Rd. Live music. 769-1212

"The Man Who Came To Dinner": P.T.D. Productions 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Vint & Mathilda: Cafe Felix 9-11 pm, 304 S. Main. Guitar, vocals & violin. 662-8650

The Others: Cafe Zola 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. Music of the Andres. 668-1838

Jim Carroll: Prism 9:30 pm, Blind Pig, 208 S. First, $12.50. 99-MUSIC

Sunny Wilkinson: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 11 pm & 12:30 am, 207 S. Ashley. Live jazz, $5. 662-8310

David Mosher: Cafe Afundi 10 pm-midnight, 304 S. Ashley. Acoustic folk. 665-0770

Friday Dance Jam: People Dancing 10:30 pm (see 6 Fri)

 

21 Saturday 

"Toward Understanding" Workshop: American Friends Service Committee 9 am-5 pm, Lord of Light Lutheran Church, 801 S. Forest. Workshop on nonviolent, respectful communication about sexual orientation, $35 sliding scale. Register 761-8283

Introduction to Macrobiotics: Whole Foods Market 10 am-noon, WCC (call for location). Cooking demo and information packages, $15. 667-5008

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 10 am-2 pm (see 7 Sat)

Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm (see 7 Sat)

"The Tafettas": Crosswell Opera House 3 pm (see 16 Fri)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 3 pm (see 1 Sun)

Open Jam: Cobblestone Farm Dancers 4-6 pm, Pittsfield Grange, 3337 A2-Saline Rd. All levels of string band musicians invited. 662-3371

Interfaith Worship Service: Guild House 5:30-6:30 pm (see 7 Sat)

Meeting: Lutherans Concerned 6:30 pm, Lord of Light Lutheran Church, 801 S. Forest. Lutheran group for lesbian, gay, and bisecual people. Scott 663-6954

Buckwheat Zydeco: Prism 7:30 & 10:30 pm, Blind Pig, 208 S. First, $14. 99-MUSIC

Glenda Kirkland: Great Lakes Performing Artist Associates 8 pm, Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Sopranist performs in celebration of Black History Month, $5-$12. 769-2999

Third Saturday Contra Dance: Cobblestone Farm Dancers 8 pm, Pittsfield Grange, 3337 A2-Saline Rd. All dances taught, all levels welcome, $6. 665-8863

International Performing Arts Series: Mich. Union Arts & Programs 8 pm, U-Club, Mich. Union. Music, dance & other talents representing many cultures of the world. 763-3202

Four Bitchin' Babes: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. With Sally Fingerett, Megon McDonough, Debi Smith and Camille West, $15. 761-1451

"The Taffetas": Crosswell Opera House 8 pm (see 20 Fri)

"The Man Who Came To Dinner": P.T.D. Productions 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

Firebird Balalaika Ensemble: Sweetwaters Cafe 9-11 pm, 123 W. Washington. Music of Russia and Eastern Europe performed on traditional instruments. 769-2331

Jim Carroll: Prism 9 pm, Magic Stick, 4140 Woodward, Detroit. With guest American Mars, $12.50. 99-MUSIC

Superdot: Cafe Felix 9-11 pm, 204 S. Main. Reggae/jazz from metro Detroit. 662-8650

Sunny Wilkinson: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 11 pm, & 12:30 am (see 20 Fri)

Club Fabulous: LGBTA 10 pm-midnight, Rackham Assembly Hall. Mega-mix dance party. Smoke, drug & alcohol free. $5 slid[ing] scale. 763-4186

 

22 Sunday

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

Swim Lessons: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team noon (see 1 Sun)

Workshop "Towards Understanding": American Friends Service Committee 1-5 pm (see 21 Sat)

Mardi Gras: Whole Foods Market 1-4 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Entertainment and food tasting. 971-3366

Family Dance Series: A2 Parks & Rec 2-4:30 pm, Cobblestone Farm Barn, 2781 Packard. Learn squares, contras and other dances geared towards families with children, $6/individual, $10/families. 975-9059

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 2 pm (see 1 Sun)

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 2 & 7 pm (see 12 Thu)

Russian/German Classics: A2 Silent Film Society 3 pm, Clarion Hotel, 2900 Jackson Rd. "Strike" (1924) by Sergei Eisenstein

 

23 Monday

Support Group for Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Youth: Ozone House (see 2 Mon)

HIV & Recovery: HARC (see 2 Mon)

Job Hunters Networking: Soundings 10-11:30 am (see 2 Mon)

Beginner's Guide to the World Wide Web: A2 District Library 11 am (see 14 Sat)

Women's Support Group: LGBTA 5:15 pm (see 2 Mon)

Live Jazz: Mondays in Leonardo's 7-9 pm (see 2 Mon)

Rehearsal: Out Loud Chorus 7:30 pm (see 2 Mon)

Interactive Theater: Hillel/U-M Housing Division 8 pm (see 2 Mon)

"Health Care In The USA": Dr. Rob Koliner 8 pm (see 9 Mon)

The Bird of Paradise Orchestra 9 pm (see 2 Mon)

 

24 Tuesday

Living with HIV: HARC call for time (see 3 Tue)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

Searching the World Wide Web: A2 District Library 9:30 am, 343 S. Fve Ave. Web class 2: engines, metasearch engines and subject directories, $5. Register 327-4550

"Jewish Names—A Cultural Code": Frankel Center for Judaic Studies noon, 2040 Frieze Building. Presented by Aharon Demsky of Bar Ilan University. 769-0500

Habitat for Humanity: Volunteers in Action/Hillel 5-8 pm, 1429 Hill. Assist Habitat for Humanity in building homes for low-income families. 764-6718

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 6-9 pm (see 3 Tue)

Frontrunners/Walkers 6:15 pm & 6:35 pm (see 3 Tue)

Lesbian Survivor Support Group 6:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Men's Support Group: LGBTA 7 pm (see 3 Tue)

Meeting: CASA 7-8:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Tips & Tricks on the Internet: A2 District Library 7 pm, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Easy ways to simplify navigation of the World Wide Web, $5. Register 327-4550

Advanced Contra-English Dance: Rocky Road 7-9:45 pm (see 10 Tue)

Fellowship of Isis: Magical Education Council of A2 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Weekly Meeting: Conservative Minyan 7:30 pm (see 3 Tue)

Ellis Paul: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Singer/songwriter, $10. 961-1451

University Symphony Orchestra U-M School of Music 8 pm, Hill Aud. 764-0594

"Get Curious w/ Safety Girl & Butch Curious": CTV Channel 9 9 pm (see 10 Tue)

Meeting: Sappho Gamma Phi 9 pm (see 3 Tue)

Acid Jazz Night with Transmission: The Birth of Paradise 9:30 pm-1:30 am (see 10 Tue)

 

25 Wednesday

Living with HIV: HARC call for time (see 3 Tue)

"Dr. Suess On The Loose": A2 Parks & Rec call for time (see 4 Wed)

Community Singing Workshop: Walk & Squak Performance Project 2 pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4605 Cass at Forest, Detroit. (see 15 Sun)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 3 pm (see 1 Sun)

Buhrr Blasts: A2 Parks & Rec 3:30-5:15 pm (see 4 Wed)

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Parsha & Pizza: AMI 6-7:15 pm (see 4 Wed)

Gay Radio Hour: WCBN 88.3 FM 6 pm (see 4 Wed)

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 6-9 pm (see 4 Wed)

Financial Planning Seminar: Common Language Bookstore 7 pm, 215 S. 4th Ave. Seminar emphasizing issues for gay and lesbian couples. 663-0036

Vitamins—Pros and Cons: Whole Foods Market 7-8 pm, Washtenaw Community College (cal for location), $15. 971-3366

Patty Griffin: The Ark 7 & 9:30 pm, 316 S. Main. Folk music, $15. 761-1451

Adult Support Group: Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Washtenaw County 7:30-9 pm, St. Clare/Temple Beth Emeth Building. 2309 Packard. Support group for relatives with family members with mental illness. 994-6611

Rosh Hodesh Service: Jewish Women's Forum/Hillel 7:30 pm, 1429 Hill. Creative, feminist service. 769-0500

Shamanic Journeys: Magical Ed. Council of A2 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed)

Reform Chavurah: Hillel 7:30 pm (see 4 Wed)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Open Mic Night: Wednesdays in Leonardo's 8-10 pm, Pierpont Commons. Interested performers should arrive at 7:45 to ensure a slot. 764-7544

Ron Brooks Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am (see 4 Wed)

 

26 Thursday

Coffee Hour: SOS Community Services 10 am-noon, Espresso Royal Caffe, 214 S. Main. Bring a friend and meet others for (free) coffee and a discussion about homelessness, hunger and helping. 485-8730

"The Vulnerabilities of Gay Youth": LGBTA noon-2 pm, Library Resource Center, 2201 Hogback Rd. Karen Baker, MSW, will discuss why and how gay adolescents are vulnerable and at risk, $5. Reservations 761-7071

Beginners Guide to the Web: A2 District Library 3 pm (see 11 Wed)

Shulchan Ivrit: American Movement for Israel 5:30 pm (see 5 Thu)

Frontrunners/Walkers 6:15 pm & 6:35 pm (see 3 Tue)

Positive Women's Group: HIV/AIDS Resource Center 6:30-8:30 pm (see 8 Thu)

Beginners Guide to the World Wide Web: A2 District Library 7 pm, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Learn the basics of the World Wide Web, how to navigate Netscape and other search skills. 327-4550

Introduction to Lomi: Whole Foods Market 7-8:30 pm, Tappan Middle School, E. Stadium. History and demonstration of the Hawaiin art of Lomo La Hoku. 971-3366

Meeting: Southeast Michigan Naturists/Michigan Nude Beach Advocates 7-8 pm, Gypsy Cafe, 214 N. Fourth Ave. Monthly meeting. 475-9198

"Face the Music": WCBN 88.3 FM 7-8 pm (see 5 Thu)

"Sexuality and Spirituality": LBGTA 7-8 pm (see 5 Thu)

Women's Basketball: LGBTA 7 pm (see 5 Thu)

Acoustic Jam: Oz's Music 7:30-9:30 pm, 1920 Packard. With host Michael Northrup. Perform or listen. 662-8283

Solas: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. "New" Irish music, $15. 761-1451

Live Jazz: Thursdays in Leonardo's 8-10 pm (see 5 Thu)

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

Ron Brooks Trio: The Bird of Paradise 9 pm-1 am (see 4 Wed)

"Get Curious w/ Safety Girl & Butch Curious": CTV Channel 9 10 pm (see 10 Tue)

 

27 Friday

Delivering Shabbat Meals: Volunteers in Action/Hillel call for time (see 6 Fri)

Swimmers: A2 Queer Aquatics Swim Team call for time (see 1 Sun)

"Days Off Outdoors": A2 Parks * Rec 8:30 am-5:30 pm, Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver Rd. For children ages K-5, $30/child. Pre-registration is necessary. 662-7802

"No School Days at the Farm": A2 Parks & Rec 8:30 am-5:30 pm, Cobblestone Farm Center, 2781 Packard. Crafts, cooking, stories, and games for children ages k-5, $28/child. Pre-registration is necessary. 994-2928

The Art of Midwifery noon-3 pm, 106 E. Liberty. First of 8 Classes taught by Pat Kramer and Patty Brennan, $300. Register 663-1523

What's for Dinner?: Whole Foods Market 3-7 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. Cooking demonstration, food samples and recipes. 971-3366

Paul Klinger's E-Z Street Quintet: Bird of Paradise 5-8 pm (see 6 Fri)

Women of Color Support Group: LGBTA 7 pm (see 6 Fri)

11th Annual Storytelling Festival: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Weekend festival (thru Sunday, March 1). With Jay O'Callahan, Sheila Kay Adams and Mustard's Retreat, $12.50. 761-1451

Lisa Hunter: Cafe Anzu 8-10 pm, 1733 Plymouth Rd. Live music. 769*1451

Stephen Aron: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Classical guitar, $5-$12. 769-2999

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"The Taffetas": Croswell Opera House 8 pm (see 20 Fri)

Blue Moon Quartet: Espresso Royale Caffe 9-11 pm, 214 S. Main. Swing & jazz, with violinist James Sneyd. 668-1838

David Mosher: Cafe Felix 9-11 pm, 304 S. Main. Acoustic folk. 662-8650

Richard Tillinghast & Poignant Plecostomus: Cafe Zola 9-11 pm, 112 W. Washington. Poetry & music. 769-2020

Lori LeFebre: The Bird of Paradise 9:30 pm, 11 pm & 12 :30 am, 207 S. Ashley. With Jimmy Lee Troit, $5. 662-8310

Owain Phyfe & the New World Renaissance Band: Cafe Afundi 10 pm-midnight, 304 S. Ashley. 665-0770

 

28 Saturday

11th Annual Storytelling Festival: The Ark 9 am-noon, 316 S. Main. Weekend festival, thru March 1. Storytelling & creativity workshop with Jay O'Callahan, $30. Register 761-1800

Free HIV/AIDS Testing: HARC 10 am-2 pm (see 7 Sat)

Beginner's Guide to the Web: A2 District Library 11 am (see 14 Sat)

"Likety-Split Meals": Whole Foods Market noon-3 pm, 2398 E. Stadium. With Zonia Foco, author of "Likety Split Meals: For Health Conscious People On The Go." Book-signing and samples from recipes in the book. 971-3366

Creative Expression Group: LGBTA 1 pm (see 7 Sat)

"Give Us A Hand": Community Action on Substance Abuse 2-4 pm, A2 District Library, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Family program featuring performers with a drug-free message. 327-4525

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 3 pm (see1 Sun)

Interfaith Worship Service: Guild House 5:30-6:30 pm (see 7 Sat)

Saturday Night at the Farm OLO (Older Lesbians Organizing) 7:30 pm, call for location. Potluck. 428-8824

Jacob Sacks Quintet: Kerrytown Concert House 8 pm, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Jazz, $5-$12. 769-2999

11th Annual Storytelling Festival: The Ark 8 pm, 316 S. Main. Weekend festival, thru March 1. With Michael Cooney, Bill Harley and Patricia Vereen-Dixon, $12.50. 761-1451

"Inverted Pyramid": Performance Network 8 pm (see 12 Thu)

"Julie Johnson": Purple Rose Theatre Company 8 pm (see 1 Sun)

"The Taffetas": Croswell Opera House 8 pm (see 20 Fri)

Pena WorldBeat: Cafe Felix 9-11 pm, 304 S. Main. Tropical Latin/jazz. 662-8650

"Salero": Sweetwaters Cafe 9-11 pm, 123 W. Washington. Flamenco. 769-2331

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