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The Bicycle Alliance of Washtenaw is a joint project of area organizations and enthusiasts aimed at bringing the Washtenaw area bicycling community together. Doug French stopped by to tell Scott Vertical all about it!
Help foster better bicycling opportunities and outcomes in and around the greater Washtenaw area by sharing the collective resources and knowledge of area organizations and enthusiasts. Learn more at bikewashtenaw.org/
Subscribe to the Wheelie Good News Podcast: bicycleallianceofwashtenaw.substack.com/
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All of this and more at annarbor.org!
Cinetopia Film Festival 2025
Dates: Thursday, May 15 through Sunday, May 18, 2025
Location: Michigan Theater and State TheaterCirque Italia Water Circus at Briarwood Mall
Dates: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, May 18, 2025
Price: Tickets can be purchased now starting at $10.00-$50.00 depending on availability. Cirque Italia offers one free child admission with every full priced paying adult ticket in levels 2 or 3.
Location: Briarwood Mall 100 Briarwood Circle Ann Arbor, MI 48108Debut A2SF's Annual Fundraiser
Dates: Friday, May 16, 2025
Location: HOMES Campus 112 Jackson Plaza Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Price: $100
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PMPushing Up Daisies Artisan Market
Dates: Friday, May 16, 2025
Location: Ypsilanti Freighthouse 100 Market Pl Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Time: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PMYpsilanti Community Choir Spring Concert
Dates: Friday, May 16, 2025
Location: WCC Morris Lawrence Building 4800 E Huron River Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Time: 7:30 PM2025 Horning Farm's Spring Craft Show
Dates: Saturday, May 17, 2025
Location: 11834 E Pleasant Lake Rd Manchester, MI 48158
Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PMKitchen Favorites Plant Sale
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, May 18, 2025
Location: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens 1800 N Dixboro Rd Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:30 PMHuron River Day in Gallup Park
Dates: Sunday, May 18, 2025
Location: Gallup Park 3000 Fuller Rd Ann Arbor, MI 48105
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There are so many benefits to becoming a member!
Explore them all at https://discoverscienceandnature.org/membership
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Get ready for A2Zero week June 1st - June 7th!
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It's more than just books at aadl.org!
Scott makes it weird by being sincere and Rich talks about LOBBY SHOPS!
If you're someone starting a small business selling goods or services and you want a low-cost way to have a brick and mortar space Downtown, maybe AADL's lobby shops are for you. AADL has created three suites on the first floor of the Downtown Library to serve as the all-new lobby shops—available for $250 a month for the largest and $100 for the smaller two, with space use terms of six months to start, with the mutual option to renew an additional six months. Applications are open between now and June 1.
Full details at aadl.org/lobbyshops
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Make a plan at www.marquee-arts.org!
Buy passes now for CINETOPIA May 15-18th! https://marquee-arts.org/cinetopia/
18 films across all genres with filmmakers and special guests in attendance all weekend.
Highlights:
FRIENDSHIP – Wednesday, May 14th at 7:30 PM
- With a VIP party from 6:00 – 7:00 PM, screening open to the public
- Advance screening of the new film from A24 starring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd with a brief introduction, letting the audience know what to anticipate in Cinetopia 2025.
- A suburban dad falls hard for his charismatic new neighbor in this special preview screening leading up to Cinetopia. Starring Paul Rudd and Tim Robinson, creator of I Think You Should Leave, and Detroiters.LADY PARTS – Thursday, May 15th at 7:30 PM and Friday, May 16th at 9:30 PM
- Opening Night Party from 5:30 – 7:00 PM
- From Ann Arbor's own director Nancy Boyd and producer Meghan Griesbeck, who will both be in attendance for a post-film Q&A with lead actress Valentina Tammaro.
- On the verge of breaking into her dream career in Los Angeles, Paige (Valentina Tammaro) is forced to move back in with her parents and undergo a vulvar vestibulectomy to treat years of vaginal pain. As Paige navigates her excruciatingly awkward recovery, her loving but overzealous parents learn the importance of advocating for women’s health, starting with simply saying “vagina.”1969: KILLERS, FREAKS AND RADICALS – Friday, May 16th at 7:30 PM
- With director Andrew Templeton in attendance with the creative team for a post-film Q&A.
- Amid the radical politics and cultural upheaval of the late 1960s, a series of brutal murders targeting young women gripped the twin university towns of Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, Michigan. Home to the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University, the communities grew increasingly anxious as police seemed unable to stop the killer—or killers—responsible.NEW WAVE – Friday, May 16th at 7:00 PM and Saturday, May 17th at 3:15 PM
- With Executive Producer Linh Song in attendance Friday, May 16th and Saturday, May 17th and Producer Betty Hang in attendance Saturday, May 17th for a post-film Q&A.
- Filmmaker Elizabeth Ai explores the 1980s new wave music scene, a rebellious phenomenon that captivated Vietnamese American teens in Orange County, California. As she delves into the lives of her family and icons of the scene, she uncovers more than just music and fashion. Beneath the fun Euro-synth beats and punk aesthetics lies deep trauma—broken dreams and unhealed wounds from her community's past.SALLY! – Friday, May 16th at 4:00 PM and Saturday, May 17th at 6:30 PM
- With director Deborah Craig in attendance for a post-film Q&A after both screenings.
- Sally Gearhart was a lesbian-feminist firebrand, professor, and fantasy author who spearheaded the 1970s and 80s US lesbian feminist movement. SALLY! peels back proverbial (and patriarchal) layers to reveal the collectivist reality behind our heroine’s story while exploring the complex relationship between spokeswomen like Sally and movements for social change.MICHIGAN MADE SHORT FILMS – Sunday, May 17th at 1:00 PM
- Made by local filmmakers right here in Michigan, this collection of Narrative, Documentary, and Experimental short films showcase our state’s filmmaking talent. Local environmental concerns, family bonds, skateboarding and more are explored in these wide ranging stories.
- All 8 shorts will be presented throughout the festival as well, each paired with a feature.THE LIBRARIANS – Sunday, May 17th at 7:00 PM with the Closing Night cocktail hour from 5:30 – 6:30 PM.
- With film subject/author Amanda Jones and producer Janique Robillard in attendance for a post-film discussion. And FREE admission will be given to librarians and educators.
- As an unprecedented wave of book banning is sparked in Texas, Florida, and beyond, librarians under siege join forces as unlikely defenders fighting for intellectual freedom on the front lines of democracy.VIP Passes: $220
All-Movie Passes: $125
Student Passes: $110
4-packs: $60ARTHOUSE REVIVAL
8 ½ (1959) – Tuesday, May 13th at 7:00 PM
By acclaimed director Federico Fellini, a troubled Italian filmmaker Guido Anselmi struggles with creative stasis as he attempts to get a new movie off the ground. Overwhelmed by his work and personal life, the director retreats into his thoughts, which often focus on his loves, both past and present, and frequently wanders into fantastical territory. As he tries to sort out his many entanglements, romantic and otherwise, Anselmi finds his production becoming more and more autobiographical
- THE SEVENTH SEAL (1957) – Dir. Ingmar Bergman – Tuesday, May 20th at 7:00 PM
- TBD Member Select – Tuesday, May 27th at 7:00 PM
- And more all year!
NOW PLAYING
LILLY – Michigan
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE – Michigan
BONJOUR TRISTESSE – Michigan
CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD – State
A NICE INDIAN BOY – State
THE SURFER – State
SINNERS – State
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All of this and more at annarbor.org!
Bloom Fest 2025
Dates: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 11, 2025Patio Opening Party at Venue
Presented By: Venue by 4M
Dates: Friday, May 9, 2025
Price: Free
Time: 6:00 PM to 9:30 PMMother's Day Brunch at Venue
Presented By: Venue by 4M
Dates: Sunday, May 11, 2025
Price: Adults are $35 ($42 with gratuity), Kids from 3 to 11 are $16 ($19.20 with gratuity), and children under 2 are no charge.
Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMBløm Meadworks 7th Birthday Party!
Dates: Saturday, May 10, 2025
Bløm Meadworks 100 S 4th Ave, Suite 110 Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Time: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PMHalfway To Halloween Expo
Dates: Saturday, May 10, 2025
Location: Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road Ann Arbor, MI
Time: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PMMotawi Mother’s Day Tile Signing
Dates: Saturday, May 10, 2025
Motawi Tileworks 170 Enterprise Dr Ann Arbor, MI 48103-9282
Price: Free
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMSASHA Farm Spring Social in Manchester
Dates: Saturday, May 10, 2025
Location: 17901 Mahrle Road Manchester, MI 48158
Price: $25 per Adult, $5 per Child (3yrs-10yrs), 2yrs and Under Free
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Stamp Out Hunger for Food Gatherers!
Each year, letter carriers across the country head out on their routes on the second Saturday in May to collect donations of non-perishable food items to benefit local food pantries. Since launching in 1993, the National Association of Letter Carriers’ annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has grown into the nation’s largest one-day food drive, helping to fill the shelves of food banks in cities and towns throughout the United States.
The need is great, but you can help. We invite you to join letter carriers and our partner organizations in the fight to end hunger in our communities by participating in the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.
Simply leave your donation of non-perishable food in a bag near your mailbox on the second Saturday in May, and your letter carrier will do the rest.
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Meet the HSHV Pet of the week at https://www.hshv.org/petsoftheweek-2/
Hi my name is Boss! I am a good boy and I am looking for an active adopter willing to offer training and exercise, but in return I can offer unconditional love and years of happiness. I do have some big feelings about some things in this world and tend to express this by reacting with barking and may be a bit too much for some families. I will need to continue my training and HSHV offers classes for dogs like me! Visit www.hshv.org for more information.
All the animals available for adoption through the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on their vaccinations and have a microchip I.D. which is included in their affordable adoption fee.
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We know that one moment shared by one kid and one mentor, can unlock limitless potential. An important heart to heart, or a simple inside joke can be the crucial expression of care that ignites and empowers a child’s bright future.
Being a Big means challenging, supporting, and collaborating with your Little. It means showing up. It means watching with pride as they begin to realize and own their potential. And standing by their side to defend that potential. In just a few hours a month, a Big and Little can change the world together.
It Takes Little To Be Big.
bbbssoutheastmi.org
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You can stay on top of all the action at www.a2zero.org
Get ready for A2Zero week June 1st - June 7th!
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It's more than just books at aadl.org!
Let's Be Friends: Cinema
Friday, May 9, 6-7pmJosh Lipnick
Tuesday, May 13 6-7pm
Architecture of the UP with photographer Josh Lipnik
Midwest Modern's Josh Lipnik posts photos from midwestern towns, showing marvelous facades, neon signs, elaborate Victorians and architectural trends. In this slideshow presentation, he shows the UP reflected from his journeys. -
Make a plan at www.marquee-arts.org!
Buy passes now for CINETOPIA May 15-18th! https://marquee-arts.org/cinetopia/
18 films across all genres with filmmakers and special guests in attendance all weekend.
FRIENDSHIP – Wednesday, May 14th
LADY PARTS – Thursday, May 15th
1969: KILLERS, FREAKS AND RADICALS – Friday, May 16th
THE LIBRARIANS – Sunday, May 17th
OPENING THIS WEEKENDCLOWN IN A CORNFIELD – Opens Friday at the State
LILLY – Opens Friday at the Michigan
PRIDE & PREJUDICE (2005) – Opens Friday at the Michigan
LATE NIGHT CLASSICSTHE DARK CRYSTAL (1982) – Thursday, May 8th at 8:00 PM
CLUE (1985) – Friday, May 9th at 9:30 PMSTAR WARS
STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) – Saturday, May 10th
STAR WARS: EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (1980) – Saturday, May 10th
RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983) Saturday, May 10thARTHOUSE REVIVAL – BEGINNING TUESDAY, MAY 6TH
THE 400 BLOWS (1959) – Tuesday, May 6th at 7:00 PM
8 1/2 (1963) – Dir. Federico Fellini – Tuesday, May 13th at 7:00 PM
THE SEVENTH SEAL (1957) – Dir. Ingmar Bergman – Tuesday, May 20th at 7:00 PM
TBD Member Select – Tuesday, May 27th at 7:00 PMAnd more all year!
NOW PLAYING
BONJOUR TRISTESSE – Michigan
A NICE INDIAN BOY – MichiganTHE SURFER – State
THE SHROUDS – State
ON SWIFT HORSES – State
SINNERS – State
THE WEDDING BANQUET – State -
Considered one of the top music clubs in the world, The Ark is renowned for the quality and breadth of its programming. The Ark is an intimate 400-seat club presenting performers who fall into the wide-ranging genres of folk and roots music.
See the month ahead: theark.org/events/
Become a member: theark.org/support-the-ark/membership/
Be part of the crew, when you volunteer: theark.org/support-the-ark/volunteer/
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Zach records his first-ever stand up special, Sat May 3rd at 7:15 & 9:45 at Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase!
Get tickets now at: https://www.aacomedy.com/
Zach Martina has been taking his act across the US, spreading laughter at any opportunity he can get. Performing at festivals such as Laughfest, and The World Series of Comedy; as well as working with the likes of Rory Scovel, the Sklar Bros and more!
Zach has an energy that is all his own and leaves crowd thinking “I don’t know what he’s so upset about, but I’m sure glad he is.” -
Meet the HSHV Pet of the week at https://www.hshv.org/petsoftheweek-2/
Azalea is a shy cat looking for a patient adopter who is willing to give her time to adjust and show her sweet, affectionate personality! Azalea came to the shelter after suffering from some burn wounds and smoke exposure, and while we don’t know her history, we do know that she’s ready for a calm, loving home where she can live in comfort for the rest of her life! Remember, the best things in life are worth waiting for – like a special bond with a cat who learns to trust you and come out of her shell!
All the animals available for adoption through the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on their vaccinations and have a microchip I.D. which is included in their affordable adoption fee.
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It's Earth Month and there are plenty of ways for you to celebrate!
You can stay on top of all the action at www.a2zero.org!
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It's more than just books at aadl.org!
BALLADS OF SHOREVANIA
An interactive D&D musical performance
"What if an a cappella ensemble played D&D?""Ballads of Shorevania" is a music show that combines live acting, a cappella performances, and a Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Actors and singers bring to life a fantasy story, reading from a play, performing original songs, and embodying dynamic characters. At pivotal points in the story, the audience actively participates by voting on decisions that shape the characters' actions and the direction of the tale. Additionally, audience members may find themselves drawn directly into the narrative, engaging with the characters in lighthearted and spontaneous exchanges.
Saturday, May 3 at 6pm at the Downtown Library
STAR WARS DAY
May the Fourth be with you this Sunday, May 4 when the entire Downtown Library goes whoooooooze whooooooze and pew pew and bleep blorp and (Darth Vader asthma).
We're screening A New Hope and Rogue One, we have a Star-Wars themed storytime for preschoolers, we have Star Wars crafts, we have a live concert with the Threepios playing original songs and parodies of classic '90s rock, pop, and new wave all about Star Wars, plus photo ops, fandom—we have it all!
11AM to 4PM Downtown Library
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Make a plan at www.marquee-arts.org!
Buy passes now for CINETOPIA May 15-18th! https://marquee-arts.org/cinetopia/
BONJOUR TRISTESSE – Opens Friday at the Michigan
THE SURFER – Opens Friday at the StateLATE NIGHT CLASSICS:
GHOST WORLD (2001) –Thursday, May 1st at 8:00 PM
THE DARK CRYSTAL (1982) – Friday, May 2nd at 9:30 PMSTAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) – Sunday, May 4th at 7:30 PM
RETURN OF THE JEDI and EMPIRE STRIKES BACK on Saturday, May 10thNEW SERIES: ESSENTIAL CINEMA – BEGINNING TUESDAY, MAY 6TH:
THE 400 BLOWS (1959) – Tuesday, May 6th at 7:00 PM
8 ½ (1963) – Tuesday, May 13 at 7:00 PM
THE SEVENTH SEAL (1957) – Tuesday, May 20 at 7:00 PMNOW PLAYING:
CHEECH & CHONG’S LAST MOVIE – Michigan
THE ENCAMPMENTS – Michigan
ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO – Michigan
THE SHROUDS – State
ON SWIFT HORSES – State
SINNERS – State
THE WEDDING BANQUET – State
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When you visit sashafarm.org, you can learn how to donate, volunteer or just get inspired!
Sat May 10th 1pm - 5pm
2025 Spring SocialIt’s that time again! The annual Spring Social is upon us!
It's SASHA Farm's first big outdoor event of the year! The Spring Social includes tours that provide an up-close-and-personal experience with the rescued animal residents of the sanctuary. Learn more about their stories and about SASHA Farm’s mission. Enjoy vegan lunch, provided by multiple food trucks, personal tours, swag, and more.
Tickets are $25 for guests 11+, $5 for children 3-10, and free admission for children 2 and under. This event is family-friendly, so tell everyone you know. We can’t wait to open our doors for the season!
Every donation goes directly towards caring for their animal residents. Whether it is for the annual Hay Drive, purchasing new equipment, or funds for emergency rescues, your contributions support the goal of providing quality, lifetime care for SASHA's rescues.
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