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This weekend, try comic opera
by annevm
Check out Albert Herring, which opens today at Mendelssohn Theatre. The music in this three-act comic chamber opera is by Benjamin Britten, one of England’s best known composers. The libretto is by Eric Crozier. The U-M production was wittily previewed last month by the director, U-M Professor Robert Swedberg, in an appearance at our Pittsfield branch.. Read a preview of the show at Mlive.
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Corea/McLaughlin/Ann Arbor: Then and Now
by amy
The University Musical Society and AADL invite you to participate in Then and Now: Community and Cultural Change from the Fusion Era to Today, an online exhibit in celebration of Ann Arbor’s community heritage from 1968-1975 and the return of Chick Corea and John McLaughlin to UMS on April 4. Both of these musicians have continually reinvented themselves over the years while maintaining an exceptional level of artistry and commitment to their music.
Help us to show Ann Arbor's parallel evolution in its cultural, musical, and community landscape. Do you have a photograph from that era or the present day that you’d like to share? We’d love to include it on our site. Go to pictureAnnArbor to find out how to submit your photographs online, or email AADL Productions at productions@aadl.org to arrange a time to submit your photographs in person.
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Job Fair for People with Disabilities
by iralax
On April 15, 2009, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, a Job Fair for Individuals with Federally Targeted Disabilities, sponsored by U.S. Army TACOM LCMC, will be held at Macomb Intermediate School District, 4401 Garfield, Clinton Twp 48038, between 19 Mile and Hall Rd., SE Bldg. entrance, first floor. Come prepared for an interview, with 20 copies of both your resume and the Schedule A Certification of Disability letter. For more information contact Sarah Utich at 586-412-5403 or utichs@michigan.gov.
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Film Showing - "On the Line"
by Bertha
Winner of the 2008 Silver Telly Award in the social issues category, On the Line, will be shown Downtown, 4th Floor Meeting Room (Grades 9-Adult) 6:30-8:30pm on March 19/Thursday.
The discussion to follow will be led by UM students and other local residents who have participated in protests at the School of the Americas.
Cosponsored by the Michigan Community Scholars Program and Michigan Television.
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Depression Awareness Event
by Beth Manuel
Sometimes what we see as an odd or excessive behavior can be masking depression or anxiety in someone we love or ourselves. Learn more at this community dialogue on the topic next Sunday March 22. Register on Jewish Family Services website or call 769-0209. This program will be from 2:00-4:45 PM at the Jewish Community Center.
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Nonprofits will find this profitable
by annevm
In these tough economic times, NEW - Nonprofit Enterprise at Work - continues to help southeast Michigan non-profits succeed. The NEW Center, located at 1100 N. Main St., provides office space for area nonprofits. NEW also hosts an internet radio show, the Nonprofit Buzz, which airs here each fourth Thursday of the month, 9-10 a.m On March 26, the topic will be "Partnering For Success." At the library, electronically browse some of our books on nonprofits, or visit our special collection downtown on the second floor.
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Darfur Benefit tonight
by amy
Come to the Darfur Benefit Gala sponsored by STAND, the Neutral Zone’s Student Anti-Genocide Coalition--a special evening featuring guest speaker Susan Burgess-Lent, program director at Darfur Peace and Development in Washington DC. The event also features a silent auction and refreshments. All proceeds will benefit the International Rescue Committee Program in Darfur. The event is at 8 p.m. at the Neutral Zone, 310 E. Washington Street, Ann Arbor. Tickets start at $15 per person. For tickets or information, call (734) 214-9995 or go to www.neutral-zone.org.
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Teen Volunteer Training Opportunity this Sunday
by K.C.
Looking for a cool opportunity to volunteer? The Youth Community Action Team (YCAT) of the Washtenaw County Chapter of the American Red Cross is open to teens ages 12-18. YCAT volunteers are active in all the Chapter’s departments along with all the unique youth specific projects.
There will be an orientation this Sunday, March 15 (1:00-4:00 p.m.) at the Washtenaw American Red Cross, 4624 Packard Road in Ann Arbor.
You'll need to register to participate. Contact Youth Coordinator Mike Lyons by phone 734-971-5300 or e-mail ycat@wc-redcross.org.
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Keeping an eye on the ‘nesting boxes’ at the Pittsfield
by tgallagher
My son, Bill, led the construction and installation of a dozen “nesting boxes” for birds and bats on the east side of the Pittsfield branch last summer as one of the requirements to become an Eagle Scout. Library director Josie Parker supported the project as a reflection of the AADL’s commitment to capitalize on environmental principles...to operate more in harmony with the ecosystem. I'm keeping an eye on the project now that Bill’s off at college, and with spring coming, I hope other library patrons would post a comment if they see birds (or bats) actually occupying the boxes.
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Speeding ticket campaign is hoax
by annevm
A Michigan "speeding ticket campaign” is a hoax, maybe even an urban legend. Check your e-mail for this: "Beware all you lead foots!!! Spring is Coming! . . . and so is Operation Yellow Jacket. Look out for MI-DOT trucks parked along the road or suddenly appearing behind you pacing you - it could be a Trooper driving the truck. Called 'Operation Yellow Jacket', each Michigan State Police District has a truck cleaned up and ready to go! These trucks have specially modified engines that can virtually catapult the truck from snow-plow speed to intercept speed in seconds. And when the engine boost kicks in, the warning lights automatically change from flashing yellow to the dreaded red and blue! . . ."