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Upcoming Events
Tuesday, November 12
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4:00pm
This presentation will survey recent efforts to use genetics to illumine the ancestry of the Jews, weighing its insights against the criticisms and fears of skeptics. More info.
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6:30pm - 8:30pm
Learn to how to crochet a granny square and apply your skills to create a scarf! Join local crafter Drew Hill who will lead the project. A crochet cam will be set up to illustrate the various stages of the project.
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7:30pm
Cameron Mackintosh presents the new production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony® Award-winning musical, Les Misérables. For tickets and the full schedule of performances, click here
Wednesday, November 13
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12:00pm
The Medieval Lunch Series is an informal program for sharing works-in-progress and fostering community among medievalists at the University of Michigan. Faculty and graduate students from across disciplines participate, sharing their research and discussing ongoing projects. Presenters typically speak for approximately 30 minutes, leaving 10-15 minutes for Q&A. More Info.
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7:00pm - 9:00pm
Acoustic music jam at the Ypsi Alehouse, hosted by the Pittsfield Open Band. Come bring your instrument and share tunes with other contra dance musicians from the Southeast Michigan area. All skill levels and instruments welcome. Bring your Ruffwater Fakebook, the Portland Collection volumes, & the Waltz Books if you have them.
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7:00pm - 8:30pm
Matthew Riemer, co-author of We Are Everywhere: Protest, Power, and Pride in the History of Queer Liberation, uses imagery and narrative culled from years of research to examine how the struggles and triumphs of the queer past can inform the present with an eye toward a more liberated future. Matthew Riemer co-wrote We Are Everywhere with his husband Leighton Brown. This event includes a signing with books for sale.
Thursday, November 14
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2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lioness presents the untold story of the first group of women soldiers in US history to be sent into direct ground combat, in violation of official policy. Documentary followed by discussion by Cassie Michael: U-M student, Marine veteran and participant the Lioness program. More info.
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6:00pm - 9:00pm
The Silence of Others reveals the epic struggle of victims of Spain’s 40-year dictatorship under General Franco as they organize a groundbreaking international lawsuit and fight a “pact of forgetting” around the crimes they suffered. More info.
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6:30pm - 8:45pm
Smell beautiful natural extracts used in mummification that are also used in luxury perfumes. “Simulacra of Mummy”, a perfume inspired by the smell of mummies at the U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, will also be experienced at this Smell & Tell program presented by Michelle Krell Kydd.
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7:00pm
Internationally acclaimed artist Tina Aufiero will be the 46th Guest Artist Pavilion Project (GAPP) artist in residence at the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA). An artist and educator, Aufiero will share her artistic practice in relation to glass as a material in her design and art practices during her free lecture.
Friday, November 15
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12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anthony Lovenheim Irwin draws on historical analysis and ethnographic work for this talk presenting a number of cases that show how Thai Buddhists hold hand-based religious touch to be spiritually powerful and socially efficacious. More info.
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6:00pm - 8:30pm
Two sustainability experts share information about climate-friendly alternatives to mainstream agriculture. Hajnal Minger will discuss regenerative agriculture and Aquillon Hetrick will discuss biodynamic agriculture. This event is in partnership with the First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor.
Saturday, November 16
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9:00am - 4:00pm
An opportunity to enjoy the quiet of the country while practicing sitting and walking meditation. This day is appropriate for anyone interested in meditation: beginners will have break-out instruction; experienced meditators can be in silence all day; those in-between can practice and have their questions answered. More info.
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1:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn the art of screen printing using materials you can find at most craft stores. Materials are provided but you are welcome to bring in fabric or t-shirts to remake them with your custom designs.
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3:00pm - 6:00pm
Free open jam of contra dance music. All instruments welcome. Bring the Ruffwater Fakebook, the Portland Collection volumes, & the Waltz Books if you have them.
Sunday, November 17
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2:00pm
This is no TED talk. Join ‘Mind the Gap’ in this show outlining the factors leading up to the Brexit vote. The effects from the pending Brexit, and the possible future of England are explored through comedy, live music, and audio/visuals interwoven with commentary. More info: mindthegaplux.com/BrexitClown
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2:00pm - 4:00pm
This workshop will introduce you to the basics of improv comedy—from short form games to scene work. At the same time, you'll be learning to listen, collaborate, and create with others in the moment. No experience necessary—bring yourself and have some fun! Meets in the Multi-Purpose Room.
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2:00pm
A museum docent will interpret the complex ways that Asian artists have produced multiple artworks through time. More info.
Tuesday, November 19
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7:00pm - 8:30pm
Kabuki, a 400-year old Japanese form of theater, is known for its fantastically colorful stage, dramatic stories, and utterly beautiful men and women played by an all male cast. Mr. Nakamura will introduce the basics of male and female acting in kabuki and talk about his own path to become an accomplished actor. The audience will also begin their kabuki performance training, copying Nakamura's movements in an interactive call and response. More Information.
Thursday, November 21
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7:00pm - 8:30pm
Based on the stories from the best selling book Sightseeing by Rattawut Lapcharoensap, the film is set in the economic fringes of Bangkok and examines the joys and challenges of growing up in contemporary Thailand.
