Upcoming Grades 6-Adult Events at the Ann Arbor District Library
Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Reads Event: Virtual Ink: eBook And Self-Publishing Workshop
Thursday February 9, 2012: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room
Are you a writer or an aspiring author? Did you know that the theme for Ann Arbor Ypsilanti Reads 2012 is Language: How We Communicate - - and that you can discover tips on how to communicate YOUR work through eBooks and self-publishing at this event?
Local authors Lara Zielin and Margaret Yang will share their tips, tricks and successes with the brave new world of electronic self-publishing.
Lara Zielin is the author of two books for Young Adults, "Donut Days" and "The Implosion of Aggie Winchester" as well as the forthcoming "The Waiting Sky." Margaret Yang is the co-author (under the name M.H. Mead) of "Fate's Mirror," "Good Fences" and other short fiction.
This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up)
Mark's Carts: All You Need to Know & Taste!
Saturday February 11, 2012: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room
Mark Hodesh, along with folks from the Lunch Room and San Street Carts discusses Ann Arbor's first food cart courtyard, presents some sample tastes, and lets you know what you can look forward to, culinary and otherwise in 2012!
Mark's Carts is a brand new food venture in Ann Arbor, open in spring through fall, offering an array of fresh ethnic dishes in an intimate courtyard garden on Washington Street between First and Ashley. Each food cart is individually owned, and each presents a different style of ethnic or regional food. Join us and learn about this exciting new Ann Arbor venture!
The Lunch Room is run by Phillis Engelbert and Joel Panozzo. Their mission: to provide high-quality, delicious, and nutritious vegan food that demonstrates the breadth and versatility of plant-based whole foods.
Ji Hye Kim and Kristen Hogue Jackson own San Street and take their fond memories of home cooking and Asian street market treats to the streets of Ann Arbor, dishing up some really great Asian street food with the freshest ingredients.
This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up).
Quilling Paper Craft Workshop
Sunday February 12, 2012: 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB
Popular in Europe in the 18th century, quilling or paper filigree is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs.
Learn how to make unique cards or prints in this hands-on workshop. This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up).
Introduction to Google Documents
Wednesday February 15, 2012: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Training Center
Basic functions of Google Documents: create, share, upload and edit documents online. This class requires a Gmail account. class handouts Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classrooms will open 15 minutes before the class start times.
Morgan & York: Intro To Artisan Cheese
Wednesday February 15, 2012: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB
Have you ever wondered why a cheese looks or smells the way it does? Or why cheese has mold on it?
Learn the answers when Simone Jenkins from Morgan & York Fine Wines & Specialty Foods tells us about traditional hand-made cheeses from around the world. You'll get to taste a selection of cheese to discover how great cheese is made and aged, learn how best to store it, and lots more. Bring your favorite cheese quote from a story to enter in a drawing for a $25 gift card from Morgan & York!
This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up).
Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Reads Event: The Rhino And The Valley Girl -- A Workshop On Voice
Saturday February 18, 2012: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room
The theme for Ann Arbor Ypsilanti Reads 2012 is Language: How We Communicate. Learn new ways to use YOUR voice in this hilariously fun vocal workshop with nationally-known musician/puppeteer/storyteller Willy Claflin. This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up).
Growl, whisper, whine, mumble, bellow, sing -- make a LOT of noise and explore the use of your voice! Want to learn to make sound effects? How about talking in alien languages? You'll be amazed at the sounds you make when Willy leads this workshop on voice.
Willy Claflin is a favorite at the National Storytelling Festival and at regional festivals across the land. He tells original and traditional stories, sings his own songs, plus 1,032 eerie ballads from the British Isles and Appalachia--and a lot of blues and rock and roll. He is also the speaking mouth person for Maynard Moose, another famous storyteller and children's author.
Chesstastic
Sunday February 19, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB
Join us for one of the world's most popular games with players of all ages and abilities! Chess sets are provided. Challenge old friends and meet new ones.
NOTE: THIS MONTH'S CHESSTASTIC IS AT MALLETTS CREEK BRANCH
Meet The Animals from the Creature Conservancy For Teens & Adults
Wednesday February 22, 2012: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room
The Creature Conservancy returns for another information-filled evening for teens and adults, bringing many more wild animal surprises! Here's your chance to see and learn about these truly unique creatures and get your questions answered.
The Creature Conservancy, located in Ann Arbor, brings people and wildlife together in educational settings. The Conservancy is part of Copper Leaf Crossing, which is home to the several animal related businesses--all in one amazing 23 acre village. They also have a wide variety of domestic and exotic creatures on the Copper Leaf Crossing campus - no appointment needed to view - just roam the grounds!
This event is for adults and teens (grade 6 and up)
Smash Bros. Melee Annual Farewell TOURnament
Friday February 24, 2012: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room
For some reason, we can't seem to get enough of Melee. This almost perfect edition of the Smash Bros. Series for GameCube returns again. It's one more last chance to experience Super Smash Bros. Melee in tournament play!
Come battle against the best in 3-stock, 5-minute rounds. Prizes awarded in novice and pro brackets. Come show us what you've got!
Double Dash Duo Derby Dinner
Saturday February 25, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room
Continuing this weekend's walk down memory lane, it's the return of networked Mario Kart: Double Dash gameplay.
This team event lets you experience Double Dash the way it was meant to be played, on a GameCube - one screen per team! Come with your cart-mate to enjoy some tense competition and a most elegant pizza dinner. Gift Card Prizes will also be offered!
Chesstastic
Sunday March 18, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room
Players of all ages and abilities are invited to play Chess! Chess sets are provided.
Chesstastic
Sunday April 15, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room
Players of all ages and abilities are invited to play Chess! Chess sets are provided.
A Woodland Hide-A-Way
Saturday May 12, 2012: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room AB
Make a woodland house out of bark and watch it come to life with your own details! Learn how to make a shelf or bench out of bark and a bowl out of an acorn cap. This event is hosted by the Little Gems Miniature Club.
Chesstastic
Sunday May 20, 2012: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- Traverwood Branch: Program Room
Players of all ages and abilities are invited to play Chess! Chess sets are provided.
Middle Eastern Music With Award-Winning Musician Ara Topouzian
Tuesday May 22, 2012: 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room
Detroit-area musician Ara brings the sounds of the Middle East to a family concert! He performs on Armenian and Middle Eastern instruments, including the Kanun (laptop harp) and the Duduk (Armenian oboe).
