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SUMMARY:CW Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for mingling and light fare at our monthly Creative Washtenaw Happy Hour!\nWhether you’re an active member or thinking about joining Creative Washtenaw\, we’d love to connect with you!\nCreative Washtenaw Happy Hour is held on the last Wednesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at varying locations throughout Washtenaw County.\nPlease RSVP at least 24 hours prior to the event.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/cw-happy-hour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
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SUMMARY:CW Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for mingling and light fare at our monthly Creative Washtenaw Happy Hour!\nWhether you’re an active member or thinking about joining Creative Washtenaw\, we’d love to connect with you!\nCreative Washtenaw Happy Hour is held on the last Wednesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at varying locations throughout Washtenaw County.\nPlease RSVP at least 24 hours prior to the event.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/cw-happy-hour-11/
LOCATION:TBD\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:CW Happy Hour,Happy Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251126T163000
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DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
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SUMMARY:CW Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for mingling and light fare at our monthly Creative Washtenaw Happy Hour!\nWhether you’re an active member or thinking about joining Creative Washtenaw\, we’d love to connect with you!\nCreative Washtenaw Happy Hour is held on the last Wednesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at varying locations throughout Washtenaw County.\nPlease RSVP at least 24 hours prior to the event.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/cw-happy-hour-10/
LOCATION:TBD\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:CW Happy Hour,Happy Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251121T100000
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SUMMARY:Bookworm #85 - Fellow Focus with Ben Pokross and Emily Dixon-Magness "Native American Stories Reclaimed from the Archive" in recognition of Native American Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Clements visiting research fellows Ben Pokross and Emily Dixon-Magness as they highlight Indigenous perspectives and share their work with Native American history resources at the Clements. Pokross examines how nineteenth-century historians\, especially in the Great Lakes region\, sought to record the history of Indigenous peoples. Dixon focuses on Cherokee women’s political leadership and the broader Cherokee political strategies between 1754 and 1761.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/bookworm-85-fellow-focus-with-ben-pokross-and-emily-dixon-magness-native-american-stories-reclaimed-from-the-archive-in-recognition-of-native-american-heritage-month/
LOCATION:William L. Clements Library\, 909 S University Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing / Author Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251019T003339Z
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SUMMARY:FREE BAND CONCERT: Tricks and Treats
DESCRIPTION:Join the Washtenaw Community Concert Band for their 2025–2026 season opener and debut performance under the baton of Conductor and Music Director Dr. J. Nick Smith on the eve of “All Hallows’ Eve!” You won’t want to miss this family-friendly event featuring spine-chilling music from your favorite Halloween-inspired films and a few Incantations we’ve brewed! Bring your friends and wear your costume! Free parking and admission. Light refreshments to follow the concert. Visit WCCBand.org for details.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/free-band-concert-tricks-and-treats/
LOCATION:Towsley Auditorium\, Washtenaw Community College\, 4800 E. Huron River Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Musical Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Washtenaw Community Concert Band":MAILTO:webmaster@wccband.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251029T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251029T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20250211T171512Z
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SUMMARY:CW Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for mingling and light fare at our monthly Creative Washtenaw Happy Hour!\nWhether you’re an active member or thinking about joining Creative Washtenaw\, we’d love to connect with you!\nCreative Washtenaw Happy Hour is held on the last Wednesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at varying locations throughout Washtenaw County.\nPlease RSVP at least 24 hours prior to the event.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/cw-happy-hour-9/
LOCATION:TBD\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:CW Happy Hour,Happy Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251029T170000
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SUMMARY:Consequence - Art as Environmental Activism
DESCRIPTION:Group Art Exhibition: Susan Goethel Campbell\, Halima Afi Cassells and Shanna Merola Collaboration\, Sandra Osip\, Clinton Snider and Leslie Sobel \nThis group exhibition is an in-depth exploration of the role of art as a powerful catalyst for environmental activism. At first glance\, these works each possess striking beauty. However\, a closer inspection reveals a profound and often unsettling depth that challenges one’s perceptions. \nDates: September 19 – December 12  \nLocation: North Campus Research Complex Building 18 – Rotunda Gallery
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/consequence-art-as-environmental-activism-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251026T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251026T150000
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SUMMARY:Downtown Ann Arbor's Annual Trick or Treat Parade
DESCRIPTION:Ann Arbor’s Annual Trick or Treat Parade Returns to Main Street!  \nJoin the Festivities on Sunday\, October 26\, 2025\, for Family-Friendly Halloween Fun  \nAnn Arbor\, MI — The Main Street Area Association is thrilled to announce the return of downtown Ann Arbor’s beloved Trick or Treat Parade on Sunday\, October 26\, 2025. Families\, friends\, and community members are invited to enjoy a festive afternoon filled with costumes\, candy\, and Halloween cheer in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor.  \nNow an annual tradition\, this free\, family-friendly event brings together more than 30 local businesses\, each welcoming trick-or-treaters with sweets and smiles. Main Street will transform into a pedestrian-friendly Halloween wonderland filled with laughter\, music\, and spooky fun — with sponsor activations and activities set up right along Main Street throughout the event.  \nEvent Timeline  \n11:30 AM | Gather at the Ann Arbor District Library for the much-anticipated Costume Parade. 12:00 PM | The parade begins at the intersection of Liberty and Fifth\, led proudly by the Ann Arbor District Library\, and makes its way to Main Street.  \n12:15 – 1:30 PM | Trick or Treating with the Ann Arbor Police Department on Main Street and participating downtown businesses — look for festive orange and black balloons to know where to stop! 1:30 – 3:00 PM | Spooktacular Activities on Main Street\, including Spooky Dancing with DJ Ron Don and Whoa Silent Disco — fun for all ages!  \nA Celebration of Community  \n“We’re so excited to bring back the Trick or Treat Parade on Main Street\,” said Ashley Schafer\, Executive Director of the Main Street Area Association and event coordinator. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for families to celebrate Halloween in a fun\, safe\, and welcoming environment while supporting our incredible local businesses.”  \nAdmission is free\, and attendees are encouraged to explore downtown Ann Arbor’s restaurants\, cafés\, and shops while enjoying this immersive community celebration.  \nThank You to Our 2025 Event Sponsors  \nPresenting Sponsor: Echelon Kitchen & Bar  \nSilver Sponsors: IvyBrook Academy | Launch Trampoline Park | University of Michigan Department of Psychology  \nOur sponsors will be set up along Main Street during the event\, offering family-friendly activities and giveaways. Your support helps keep this cherished community tradition alive — thank you for helping us make downtown Ann Arbor festive and welcoming all year long! \nEvent Highlights  \n Trick or Treating – Local businesses hand out candy and goodies to children in costume.  \nCostume Parade – Showcase your creative look and join the community celebration.  \nFamily Activities & Music – Enjoy games\, dancing\, and festive entertainment.  \nCommunity Spirit – A safe\, inclusive\, and joyful Halloween experience for all.  \nEvent Details  \nLocation: Downtown Ann Arbor – Main Street Area  \nDate: Sunday\, October 26\, 2025  \nTime: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM  \nAdmission: Free and open to the public  \nFor more information\, visit mainstreetannarbor.org or contact Ashley Schafer at (734) 215-5671 or director@mainstreetannarbor.org  \nMedia Contact:  \nAshley Schafer  \nExecutive Director  \nMain Street Area Association  \nEmail: director@mainstreetannarbor.org  \nPhone: (734) 215-5671  \nAbout the Main Street Area Association Ann Arbor:  \nThe Main Street Area Association is a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the long-term success and vitality of downtown Ann Arbor. Committed to fostering a vibrant community\, the Association supports local businesses\, arts\, and cultural events to enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/downtown-ann-arbors-annual-trick-or-treat-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Ann Arbor\, 343 S. 5th Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Main Street Area Association":MAILTO:director@mainstreetannarbor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor Antiquarian Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual Ann Arbor Antiquarian Book Fair\, a benefit for the William L. Clements Library. Items for sale will include a wide range of old and rare books\, Americana\, children’s books\, autographs and manuscripts\, maps\, prints\, ephemera\, photography\, fine press material and more. \nAdmission is $5 and free for students. Sponsored by the Ann Arbor Antiquarian Booksellers Association. For more information\, call West Side Book Shop at (734)-995-1891.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/ann-arbor-antiquarian-book-fair/
LOCATION:Michigan Union Ballroom\, 530 S. State Street\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
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SUMMARY:Digital Activism in Bloom - Research Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION PROVIDED BY KRISTEN LEER\nInitially\, a research project that interviewed 38 social media activists about their digital labor\, activism\, & engagement with traumatic media\, this exhibit reimagines social media activists’ narratives in a new creative form. \nEach activist’s interview is transformed into a watercolor phone case design\, with flowers symbolizing themes drawn from their interviews. These exist as both physical watercolor pieces & an interactive digital experience\, inviting audiences to engage with activism as research\, art\, & lived testimony. \nEXHIBIT DATES: \nOctober 25\, 2025. 4-7pm. Off Center at Riverside Arts Center. \nShort Lecture by Exhibitor Kristen Leer with Q&A
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/digital-activism-in-bloom-research-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:Riverside Arts Center\, 76 N. Huron Street\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251013T172046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T172046Z
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SUMMARY:A2AC: Open Studio - Figure Drawing (Nude)
DESCRIPTION:From A2AC Page:  \nJoin us for figure drawing in Ann Arbor\, where artists of all levels can explore their creativity through live figure drawing in an open studio setting. Whether you’re looking to hone your skills or simply enjoy a relaxing session of creative expression\, our drop-in events offer the perfect opportunity to practice in a supportive environment. \nFigure drawing drop-ins will take place on alternating Saturdays during the Fall Term. Each session is three hours long and operates on a first come\, first served basis; there is no prior registration available. You can pay the studio fee at the front desk. The studio can accommodate up to 12 students at a time. We will not admit new students after 3:00pm. \nFall Term Sessions (Saturdays from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM): \n\nSeptember 27\, October 11\, October 25\, November 8\, November 22\nModel: Nude figure\nAge Requirement: 18+\nSupplies: Students must bring their own drawing materials. Easels\, drawing horses\, and newsprint will be provided by A2AC.\n\nPlease note\, there will be no formal instruction—this is a time for you to focus on your craft and enjoy the company of fellow artists. A skilled monitor will work with models to adjust poses throughout the session. \n$10 for members and $15 for non-members \nLocation: 117 W Liberty\, Ann Arbor
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/a2ac-open-studio-figure-drawing-nude/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251024T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251013T171622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T171622Z
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SUMMARY:REGISTRATION OPENS: A2AC Mini-Winter Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:From A2AC Page: \nKick off 2026 with a blast of imagination at our Mini-Winter Art Camps\, happening December 29-31 from 9am-4:30pm! \nDuring the Creative Countdown Winter Art Camp\, campers will celebrate the season through hands-on projects\, sparkly crafts\, and festive fun. \nChoose from our 3-day Creativity Camp for children ages 5-9\, or our 3-Day Hand-building Clay Camp for children ages 9-12. \n 
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/registration-opens-a2ac-mini-winter-art-camp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T210803Z
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SUMMARY:Tended Time - Cathy Barry Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:About the Exhibition:  \nCathy Barry has a profound connection to the natural world\, which has shaped her artistic journey. She focuses on expressing gratitude\, compassion\, and a sense of responsibility towards environmental protection. After years of working with traditional media such as oil\, acrylic\, and watercolor\, her art is transitioning to more sustainable materials. The pigments she uses in her collages are sourced entirely from plants\, all collected and processed by Cathy herself from various locations throughout Michigan. This natural paint has become a vital part of her expressive palette\, driving her to approach her work with a renewed sense of integrity and awareness of our interconnected ecosystem. \nIn her collages\, Cathy skillfully combines paper painted with her homemade botanical pigments and intricately punched shapes\, creating a distinctive micro-scale vocabulary. These miniature worlds are thoughtfully assembled within larger contexts\, challenging our perceptions of the universe and our place within it. \nDates: September 19 – December 12 \nLocation: North Campus Research Complex Building 18\, Connection Gallery\, Lower Level
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/tended-time-cathy-barry-art-exhibit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251007T205559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T205559Z
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SUMMARY:Consequence - Art as Environmental Activism
DESCRIPTION:Group Art Exhibition: Susan Goethel Campbell\, Halima Afi Cassells and Shanna Merola Collaboration\, Sandra Osip\, Clinton Snider and Leslie Sobel \nThis group exhibition is an in-depth exploration of the role of art as a powerful catalyst for environmental activism. At first glance\, these works each possess striking beauty. However\, a closer inspection reveals a profound and often unsettling depth that challenges one’s perceptions. \nDates: September 19 – December 12  \nLocation: North Campus Research Complex Building 18 – Rotunda Gallery
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/consequence-art-as-environmental-activism-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251019T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251019T001634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T001634Z
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SUMMARY:Belcea Quartet
DESCRIPTION:For the first time in more than a decade\, the Belcea Quartet performs in Ann Arbor\, opening the Chamber Arts Series with their fifth UMS performance. \nTheir program includes Mozart’s String Quartet No. 19\, the last in a series of six sophisticated quartets that he composed over three years (1782-85) and dedicated to Franz Joseph Haydn\, universally recognized as the “father” of the string quartet. Beethoven’s last quartet — and the last major work he completed — closes the program. \n“These were gorgeous and stirring performances\,” said the New York Classical Review of Belcea’s 2023 performance at Zankel Hall. “The quartet’s sinewy\, back-lit sound carried so much of the sonic beauty of the music\, and the energy behind the playing was full of style\, feeling\, and expressive depth.” \n\n\n\nCost\n\nStart at $30 // Student tickets $20
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/belcea-quartet/
LOCATION:Rackham Graduate School – Rackham Auditorium\, 915 Washington St.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Musical Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251013T171143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T171143Z
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SUMMARY:A2AC Exhibition: Organic Fiction by Hava Gurevich
DESCRIPTION:From A2AC Page: \nHava Gurevich’s work is a celebration of the hidden magic woven through the natural world. Intricate networks of mushrooms\, flowers\, bees\, coral\, and imagined life forms that remind us how deeply everything is connected. In Organic Fiction\, Gurevich explores these relationships through colorful abstractions inspired by botany\, marine life\, and microscopic worlds. \nGuided by the repeating and fractal patterns found across nature\, from pollen grains to river systems\, Gurevich translates fleeting moments into layered compositions that blur the line between observation and imagination. These works evoke not only ecosystems but also thought systems\, inviting viewers to contemplate how life adapts\, transforms\, and regenerates across time and scale. \nRefreshments provided by the artist. \nLocation: 117 W Liberty\, Downtown Ann Arbor \nOpening Reception: Oct. 19\, 2-4pm \nExhibition Dates: Oct. 17\, 2025 – Jan. 4\, 2026
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/a2ac-exhibition-organic-fiction-by-hava-gurevich/
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251019T001312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T001312Z
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SUMMARY:Suzie Collier Master Class: How Curious Are You?
DESCRIPTION:Conductor\, violinist\, and mentor Suzie Collier challenges conventional ideas about performance\, self-worth\, and success. Experience a sonic deep-dive into the practical and transformative force that is curiosity\, and its role in fostering resilience and deepening artistic connection. Bring a listening ear\, an open mind\, and a willingness to explore! \nSUZIE COLLIER\, Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music\, is an internationally renowned conductor\, violinist\, and teacher\, celebrated for her exceptional artistry and ability to inspire musicians and audiences alike. \nFresh from acclaimed performances with the Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria featuring Take 6\, the Philly Pops alongside Jacob Collier\, and the Britten Sinfonia with Jacob and Chris Thile\, Suzie returns to the podium later this year as guest conductor with leading orchestras across the US. She has conducted recording sessions for Jacob Collier’s Grammy-nominated Djesse Vol. 4 album in Amsterdam with the Metropole Orkest\, and for Stormzy’s orchestral version of Firebabe at London’s iconic Abbey Road Studios. \nThrough her creative platform ‘Suzie Explores’\, she hosts immersive retreats for musicians and non-musicians alike\, and has recently been a featured guest at Jacob Collier’s Hideaway Retreat. She regularly gives masterclasses at leading institutions including the Guildhall School of Music & Drama\, the Royal Academy of Music\, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology\, and the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles. She also hosts the Suzie Explores podcast\, in which she has conversations with world-class musicians about music and life\, featuring guests including Quincy Jones\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Chris Thile\, Nicola Benedetti\, and Steve Vai. \nPresented by the Center for World Performance Studies in collaboration with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. Free and open to the public. Seats are first come. \nAdditional Events: \nJacob Collier & Chris Thile – live with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra and guest conductor Suzie Collier\nTuesday\, October 21 | 7:30 PM | Hill Auditorium | tickets a2so.org \nStamps Lecture Series with Jacob Collier\nMonday\, October 20 | 5:30 PM | Michigan Theater | Free and open to the public\n\n\n\nCost\n\nFree – no tickets required
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/suzie-collier-master-class-how-curious-are-you/
LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building – Britton Recital Hall\, 1100 BAITS DR\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48109\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251019T143000
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SUMMARY:Cyanotype Workshop: Contact Printing with Plants\, with Angela Chen
DESCRIPTION:In this 90minute introductory workshop\, participants will learn about the cyanotype process and create their own unique cyanotype prints! Developed in 1842\, the cyanotype process — so named because of the characteristic blue color of the prints — is one of the oldest photographic techniques. Inspired by early cyanotype practitioners like the botanist Anna Atkins\, participants will gather flora from Nichols Arboretum to create dynamic compositions of leaves\, nuts\, and flowers. Pre-coated cyanotype paper and all necessary supplies provided. The workshop is open to all UM students\, faculty\, and staff; no prior experience required. \nArtist Bio: Angela Chen 陳勇氣 is a Taiwanese-American photo-based artist\, writer\, and educator from the ethnoburbs of the San Gabriel Valley\, California. Incorporating personal narrative\, alternative photographic processes\, and recycled and found material\, her practice enacts what she calls thinking and making with the ground–a process of sustained attention to place that is rooted in the photo walk. Her work foregrounds what is typically in the background\, showing how what we consider “beneath us” comprise multiple\, entangled\, more-than-human kin. She often prints her photographs on fabric dyed with foraged\, fallen material\, such as nuts and oak galls\, immersing her images in the specific ecologies in which they were taken. Angela is a graduate of the Yale School of Art\, where she was an Alice Kimball Traveling Fellow and Art and Social Justice Grantee. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership by U-M’s Matthei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum\, and the Arts Initiative.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/cyanotype-workshop-contact-printing-with-plants-with-angela-chen/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum\, 1827 GEDDES AVE\, Ann Arbor\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Arts Initiative":MAILTO:artsinitiative@umich.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251024T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251019T000042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T000042Z
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SUMMARY:Home-themed Photo Competition
DESCRIPTION:We’ve selected 20 finalists for the student Home-themed Photo Competition and they are on display across all three U-M campuses! Vote online or visit the Photo Competition displays at any of the following locations to fill out a ballot: \nAnn Arbor\n– Basement of the Michigan Union\n– Outside of the Fireside Café\, Pierpont Commons \nDearborn\n– University Center \nFlint\n– French Hall \nStop by and cast your vote in person\, or online! Winners will receive cash prizes!
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/home-themed-photo-competition/
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Arts Initiative":MAILTO:artsinitiative@umich.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251006T194234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T194311Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception - Michigan Water Color Society Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Come see the Michigan Water Color Society’s traveling exhibition\, open to the public from 10/17-11/14 in the North Gallery at the Riverside Arts Center during open hours. Reception will be held 10/17  from 5-7pm in the North Gallery.  \nABOUT THE MICHIGAN WATER COLOR SOCIETY: \nThe Michigan Water Color Society’s mission is to promote a stronger awareness and\ninterest in watercolor as well as advancement of the watercolor media as an art form through presentation\, workshops\, juried shows\, and artist networking.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/opening-reception-michigan-water-color-society-exhibition/
LOCATION:Riverside Arts Center\, 76 N. Huron Street\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251006T190322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T190322Z
UID:22261-1760706000-1760716800@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:SafeHouse Center Quilt Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:CHRISTY KLIM + GREATER ANN ARBOR QUILT GUILD EXHIBIT\nFiber Artist Christy Klim shows her stunning quilts documenting her healing journey with abuse. For more than thirty years\, the Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild has supported SafeHouse Center. During this exhibition\, the guild will have on display the quilts available in this year’s quilt sale\, benefitting SafeHouse. \nEXHIBIT DATES: \nOctober 13-17\, Off Center\nMonday 1-4pm\nTuesday 10-1pm\nWednesday 1-4pm\nFriday 1-4pm \nReception: October 16 5:30-7:30pm\, Top Floor-Main
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/safehouse-center-quilt-exhibit-4/
LOCATION:Riverside Arts Center\, 76 N. Huron Street\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T230000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251013T170611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T170611Z
UID:22389-1760688000-1760742000@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:DEADLINE: A2AC Spotlight Gallery 2026 Submissions
DESCRIPTION:From A2AC Page:  \n  \nMichigan artists—our call for solo and two-person shows in the A2AC Spotlight Gallery is open now through October 17\, 2025! This flexible second-floor space highlights contemporary craft\, painting\, printmaking\, and illustration\, offering artists a chance to share their work in a professional gallery setting. Don’t miss this opportunity. \nDeadline to Submit: October 17\, 2025\, at 11:59PM EST \nArtists Selection Notification: November 10\, 2025 \nSubmission Fee: $25 \nQuestions? Contact Exhibitions Manager Amanda Bialk at: abialk@annarborartcenter.org or (734) 926-4121
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/deadline-a2ac-spotlight-gallery-2026-submissions/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251006T190524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T191515Z
UID:22263-1760635800-1760643000@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:SafeHouse Center - Quilt Exhibition Reception
DESCRIPTION:CHRISTY KLIM + GREATER ANN ARBOR QUILT GUILD EXHIBIT\nFiber Artist Christy Klim shows her stunning quilts documenting her healing journey with abuse. For more than thirty years\, the Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild has supported SafeHouse Center. During this exhibition\, the guild will have on display the quilts available in this year’s quilt sale\, benefitting SafeHouse. \nEXHIBIT DATES: \nOctober 13-17\, Off Center\nMonday 1-4pm\nTuesday 10-1pm\nWednesday 1-4pm\nFriday 1-4pm \nReception: October 16 5:30-7:30pm\, Top Floor-Main
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/saehouse-center-quilt-exhibit-reception/
LOCATION:Riverside Arts Center\, 76 N. Huron Street\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251007T210624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T210624Z
UID:22362-1760601600-1760634000@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:Tended Time - Cathy Barry Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:About the Exhibition:  \nCathy Barry has a profound connection to the natural world\, which has shaped her artistic journey. She focuses on expressing gratitude\, compassion\, and a sense of responsibility towards environmental protection. After years of working with traditional media such as oil\, acrylic\, and watercolor\, her art is transitioning to more sustainable materials. The pigments she uses in her collages are sourced entirely from plants\, all collected and processed by Cathy herself from various locations throughout Michigan. This natural paint has become a vital part of her expressive palette\, driving her to approach her work with a renewed sense of integrity and awareness of our interconnected ecosystem. \nIn her collages\, Cathy skillfully combines paper painted with her homemade botanical pigments and intricately punched shapes\, creating a distinctive micro-scale vocabulary. These miniature worlds are thoughtfully assembled within larger contexts\, challenging our perceptions of the universe and our place within it. \nDates: September 19 – December 12 \nLocation: North Campus Research Complex Building 18\, Connection Gallery\, Lower Level
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/tended-time-cathy-barry-art-exhibition-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251006T190031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T190031Z
UID:22256-1760533200-1760544000@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:SafeHouse Center Quilt Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:CHRISTY KLIM + GREATER ANN ARBOR QUILT GUILD EXHIBIT\nFiber Artist Christy Klim shows her stunning quilts documenting her healing journey with abuse. For more than thirty years\, the Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild has supported SafeHouse Center. During this exhibition\, the guild will have on display the quilts available in this year’s quilt sale\, benefitting SafeHouse. \nEXHIBIT DATES: \nOctober 13-17\, Off Center\nMonday 1-4pm\nTuesday 10-1pm\nWednesday 1-4pm\nFriday 1-4pm \nReception: October 16 5:30-7:30pm\, Top Floor-Main
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/safehouse-center-quilt-exhibit-3/
LOCATION:Riverside Arts Center\, 76 N. Huron Street\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251007T205449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T205449Z
UID:22354-1760515200-1760547600@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:Consequence - Art As Environmental Activism
DESCRIPTION:Group Art Exhibition: Susan Goethel Campbell\, Halima Afi Cassells and Shanna Merola Collaboration\, Sandra Osip\, Clinton Snider and Leslie Sobel \nThis group exhibition is an in-depth exploration of the role of art as a powerful catalyst for environmental activism. At first glance\, these works each possess striking beauty. However\, a closer inspection reveals a profound and often unsettling depth that challenges one’s perceptions. \nDates: September 19 – December 12  \nLocation: North Campus Research Complex Building 18 – Rotunda Gallery
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/consequence-art-as-environmental-activism-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251006T185741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T185741Z
UID:22254-1760436000-1760457600@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:SafeHouse Center Quilt Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:CHRISTY KLIM + GREATER ANN ARBOR QUILT GUILD EXHIBIT\nFiber Artist Christy Klim shows her stunning quilts documenting her healing journey with abuse. For more than thirty years\, the Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild has supported SafeHouse Center. During this exhibition\, the guild will have on display the quilts available in this year’s quilt sale\, benefitting SafeHouse. \nEXHIBIT DATES: \nOctober 13-17\, Off Center\nMonday 1-4pm\nTuesday 10-1pm\nWednesday 1-4pm\nFriday 1-4pm \nReception: October 16 5:30-7:30pm\, Top Floor-Main
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/safehouse-center-quilt-exhibit-2/
LOCATION:Riverside Arts Center\, 76 N. Huron Street\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251006T184724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T184724Z
UID:22252-1760360400-1760371200@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:SafeHouse Center Quilt Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Fiber Artist Christy Klim shows her stunning quilts documenting her healing journey with abuse. For more than thirty years\, the Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild has supported SafeHouse Center. During this exhibition\, the guild will have on display the quilts available in this year’s quilt sale\, benefitting SafeHouse. \nExhibit Dates: October 13 – 17 \nReception: October 16th\, 5:30 pm Top Floor-Main @ Riverside Arts Center
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/safehouse-center-quilt-exhibit/
LOCATION:Riverside Arts Center\, 76 N. Huron Street\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251010T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251102T000000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251019T002322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T002322Z
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SUMMARY:PHOTOS: Theatre NOVA in ANn Arbor Announces World Premiere of "Dry Summer"
DESCRIPTION:Theatre NOVA\, Ann Arbor’s resident nonprofit professional theatre specializing in new plays presents the World Premiere of “Dry Summer” by Robert Axelrod\, running October 10 – November 2. There will be a talkback with playwright Robert Axelrod after the 3pm matinee on Saturday\, October 11.  \nDepressed and longing to get his life back on track\, gay\, Jewish\, twenty-something Ethan returns to his Ann Arbor family home. When he takes a job as a “sober companion” to his recovering alcoholic neighbor\, an unconventional friendship ensues. Full of Ann Arbor references\, this charming and nostalgic play takes us all home.  \nPlaywright Robert Axelrod says: “’Dry Summer’ is\, in many ways\, a love letter to Ann Arbor\, the community where I was born and raised. This city has a vibrancy and vitality that is hard to put into words\, but I’ve tried to capture that essence\, in some small way\, through this play. It feels like an absolute dream to have the world premiere here at Theatre NOVA.”He adds: “This play tackles some very heavy topics\, but my greatest desire is for audiences to walk away with a renewed sense of hope. Life is filled with challenges\, but it’s also worth recognizing and celebrating the quiet moments of triumph along the way. Mostly\, I hope audiences leave with a bit more hope in their hearts.”  \nDirected by Brittany Connors\, the cast features Sarah Burcon\, Brian Cox\, Laura Mandernack and Nick Smathers. The production team includes Sam Schikora (set\, lights)\, Toni Davison (costumes)\, and Elise Blochwitz (stage manager).  \nDirector Brittany Connors says: “’Dry Summer’ is a story I think almost anyone can connect with. For the LGBTQ community\, it reflects the challenge of showing our true selves\, and the courage it takes to let others in. At its core\, the play is about identity\, authenticity\, and the joy and relief that come with living openly. My hope is that audiences leave with both a sense of empathy and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of embracing who we are.”  \nProducing Artistic Director Briana O’Neal says: “When you engage with a world premiere play like “Dry Summer\,” you are providing a space for new voices to bring their stories to the stage. We’re very lucky to have an Ann Arbor playwright bring this very Ann Arbor story to our stage. The Jewish community and the LGBTQ+ community are vital parts of the culture of Ann Arbor\, and Robert Axelrod has captured a slice of life with “Dry Summer” that reflects the intersections of this community.”  \n“Dry Summer” will run October 10 – November 2 at Theatre NOVA (410 W Huron St\, Ann Arbor). Performances are Fridays at 8pm\, Saturdays at 3pm and 8pm\, and Sundays at 2pm. General admission tickets are $30\, $25 for 65 and over\, and $15 for students with student IDs at the door. Tickets may be purchased online at www.TheatreNOVA.org or in person one hour before each performance. Seating in the theater will begin 30 minutes before each performance. There is ample free parking and quick access to the city’s restaurants\, bars\, bakeries\, and coffee shops. New patrons can find Theatre NOVA across Huron Street from Ann Arbor’s YMCA through a parking lot entrance on the north side of the street.  \nTheatre NOVA presents the world premiere of “Dry Summer” 1 \nTheatre NOVA’s mission is to raise awareness of the value and excitement of new plays and playwrights and to provide resources for playwrights to develop their craft by importing\, exporting\, and developing new work. This activity is supported by the Shubert Foundation.  \n***  \nFACT SHEET  \nWHO:  \nPlaywright – Robert Axelrod  \nCast:  \nSusan – Sarah Burcon  \nGary – Brian Cox  \nDiane – Laura Mandernack  \nEthan – Nick Smathers  \nProduction Team:  \nDirector – Brittany Connors  \nStage Manager – Elise Blochwitz  \nSet Designer – Sam Schikora  \nLighting Designer – Sam Schikora  \nCostumer – Toni Davison  \nSound Designer – Brittany Connors  \nDramaturg – Aya Galang  \nProperties – Brittany Connors and Briana O’Neal  \nTheatre Nova Staff  \nCarla Milarch\, Founding Artistic Director  \nBriana O’Neal\, Producing Artistic Director\, Resident Stage Manager  \nShelby R. Seeley\, Producing Artistic Director\, Literary Manager  \nDiane Hill\, Producing Artistic Director  \nBecky Fox\, Business Manager\, Director of Education  \nSarah Elisabeth Brown\, House Manager  \nLindsey Brown\, Summer Camp Director  \nWHAT: “Dry Summer”  \nTheatre NOVA\, 410 W Huron St\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48103  \nBox office: www.TheatreNOVA.org Tickets: General $30 / $25 for 65 and over / $15 for Students  \nWHERE:  \nTheatre NOVA\, 410 W Huron\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48103  \nON THE INTERNET:  \nwww.TheatreNOVA.org \,  \nhttp://www.facebook.com/theatrenova  \nhttp://www.instagram.com/a2theatrenova/  \nhttps://www.tiktok.com/@a2theatrenova  \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@theatrenova8948  \nWHEN: PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:  \nOctober 10-November 2\, 2025  \nTheatre NOVA presents the world premiere of “Dry Summer” 2 \nFriday\, October 10 at 8pm  \nSaturday\, October 11 at 3pm (talkback with playwright Robert Axelrod) and 8pm Sunday\, October 12 at 2pm  \nFriday\, October 17 at 8pm  \nSaturday\, October 18 at 3pm and 8pm  \nSunday\, October 19 at 2pm  \nFriday\, October 24 at 8pm  \nSaturday\, October 25 at 3pm and 8pm  \nSunday\, October 26 at 2pm  \nFriday\, October 31 at 8pm  \nSaturday\, November 1 at 3pm and 8pm  \nSunday\, November 2 at 2pm 
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/photos-theatre-nova-in-ann-arbor-announces-world-premiere-of-dry-summer/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102029
CREATED:20251007T210148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T210148Z
UID:22360-1760000400-1760029200@creativewashtenaw.org
SUMMARY:Tended Time - Cathy Barry Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:About the Exhibition:  \nCathy Barry has a profound connection to the natural world\, which has shaped her artistic journey. She focuses on expressing gratitude\, compassion\, and a sense of responsibility towards environmental protection. After years of working with traditional media such as oil\, acrylic\, and watercolor\, her art is transitioning to more sustainable materials. The pigments she uses in her collages are sourced entirely from plants\, all collected and processed by Cathy herself from various locations throughout Michigan. This natural paint has become a vital part of her expressive palette\, driving her to approach her work with a renewed sense of integrity and awareness of our interconnected ecosystem. \nIn her collages\, Cathy skillfully combines paper painted with her homemade botanical pigments and intricately punched shapes\, creating a distinctive micro-scale vocabulary. These miniature worlds are thoughtfully assembled within larger contexts\, challenging our perceptions of the universe and our place within it. \nDates: September 19 – December 12 \nLocation: North Campus Research Complex Building 18\, Connection Gallery\, Lower Level
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/tended-time-cathy-barry-art-exhibition/
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