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Adult Enrichment

All Summer Adult Enrichment classes will be

IN PERSON, or ONLINE and the 

AAPS COVID & Health Guidance will be followed.

Online registration for summer classes

begins Monday, May 22 at 10:00am.

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NEW Speak French for Travel Boot Camp

IN PERSON

Monday - Thursday

5:00PM - 6:30PM

June 12 - June 15

Grades: 10th - Adult. 4 Days Sessions of French Speaking Practice! In this course we practice using our French in communicative situations to get you ready for your next voyage. Each day we will simulate a new tourist experience in French: Day 1) At the Airport Day 2) Getting around Town 3) At the Restaurant 4) At the Museum. We will also discuss the pitfalls and tricks of Travel in French speaking countries. Materials included. Instructor: Towela Okwudire, French instructor at French Lit. 4 classes.

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Reading & Speaking French

ONLINE

Mondays

6:30PM - 7:30PM

June 12 - July 10

Grades: 10th - Adult. Let's read short stories in French and in this way improve comprehension, pronunciation and French culture! In this intermediate course we will work on speaking French by reading French! Through French Short Stories we will work on pronunciation and vocabulary development, with extra grammar practice coming from the Practice Makes Perfect series. Some prior exposure to French or other foreign languages is recommended. Required text: Complete French Grammar 4th Edition (ISBN-10: 1260463176; ISBN-13: 978-1260463170) and Short Stories in French for Beginners (ISBN-10: 9781473683433; ISBN-13: 978-1473683433). Instructor: Towela Okwudire, French instructor at French Lit. 5 classes.

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NEW Beginning Wood Burning

IN PERSON

Mondays

7:00PM - 7:50PM

June 19 - July 17

Ages: 15 - Adult. Using a hot pen to create a design in a piece of wood. There are different types of wood burning pens and tips for different styles. This class will teach a few different techniques of how someone can wood burn including using paint, stain or just wood and the burning tool. Each participant will create a wood burned sign of their own design. Instructor: 3rd Eye Art Studio, James Schayes. 4 classes. No class 7/3.

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NEW Beginning Wood Burning

IN PERSON

Mondays

7:00PM - 7:50PM

July 24 - August 14

Ages: 15 - Adult. Using a hot pen to create a design in a piece of wood. There are different types of wood burning pens and tips for different styles. This class will teach a few different techniques of how someone can wood burn including using paint, stain or just wood and the burning tool. Each participant will create a wood burned sign of their own design. Instructor: 3rd Eye Art Studio, James Schayes. 4 classes.

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Introduction to Tai Chi

IN PERSON

Tuesdays

11:00AM - NOON

June 13 - June 27

Ages: 18 - Adult. Through movement, meditation and breathwork, you learn to cultivate energy. Regular practice can improve balance, coordination and confidence. These sessions are designed as an introduction for beginning students. The studio is located one flight downstairs and there is no elevator available. Instructor: Master Wasentha Young. 3 classes.

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American Sign Language (ASL): Level 1

IN PERSON

Tuesdays

6:00PM - 7:30PM

June 13 - August 8

Grades: 9th - Adult. Sign language vocabulary, finger spelling and grammar are presented to develop conversational signing skills for communicating with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Practice conversation fluency and understand cultural aspects that influence American Sign Language (ASL). Instructor: Brooke McCully. Materials will be provided in class. 8 classes. No class 7/4.

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NEW Image & Word: An Approach to Self-Expression

IN PERSON

Tuesdays

7:00PM - 9:00PM

June 13 - August 8

Ages: 15 - Adult. Originally created by painter and educator Nancy Wolfe, this workshop is designed to open new paths to communicate experiences and encourages self-expression through a variety of themes, exercises and materials that are introduced to encourage students to explore their intuitive nature. Students will create their own expressions of art using sound, color, memory, poetry and music, and exercises that help to expand creative thinking, emphasizing process over product. Group discussions assists in formulating a direction which may produce a variety of expressions in various media. Instructor: Nancy Wolfe. 8 classes. No class 7/4.

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Estate Planning Basics

IN PERSON

Tuesday

6:00PM - 8:00PM

June 20 ONLY

Ages: 18 - Adult. Probate, long term care and tax laws are constantly changing. Find out how to prevent your assets from going through probate, how to protect unnecessary taxation, how to retain control of your affairs and how to protect yourself against the costs of long term care. Discover the dangers of using joint accounts and quit claim deeds as estate planning tools. Learn about medical and financial powers of attorney, wills, "Ladybird" deeds and living trusts. Understand how "gifting" can affect you and the recipient, including gift tax laws, capital gains tax laws, as well as eligibility for Medicaid and Veterans benefits. The class will cover recent changes in Michigan's real estate laws, which prevent the reassessment of the taxable value of the property for transfers to family members. Learn about Michigan's "Estate Recovery" law, whereby the State can seek repayment from a person's estate for governmental benefits paid, and ways to prevent that from happening. Attendees receive a Personal Affairs Organizer. Register additional people for only $10 each! Instructor: Christopher Lindsay, Elder Law attorney. 1 class.

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NEW Roman Finance

IN PERSON

Tuesday

6:00PM - 7:30PM

June 27 ONLY

Ages: 18 - Adult. A fast paced, popcorn style talk covering all areas of personal finance and financial planning. With content prepared for 15-20 different topics in the personal finance space, we'll let the audience pick and choose what we cover along with how long we cover it. Topics include general financial planning, tax law changes, tax strategies, education funding, powers of attorney, and much more. Content for each topic starts at a high level and gradually goes into more detail. Every 5 minutes, we'll conduct a Roman Vote (thumbs up or thumbs down) from the group and let them decide if we want to continue talking about the current topic, or start over with a new topic! If we vote to start over, we'll go back to the "menu" of topics and let the group choose something new. This way, we keep the content fresh, keep everyone engaged, and only cover the topics that people are the most interested in learning about. Register a second person for only $10! Instructor: Nemes Rush Group, Justin Rush, CFP, MBA. 1 class.

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Woodworking with Power 101

IN PERSON

Tuesdays

6:30PM - 9:00PM

June 27 - August 22

Ages: 18 - Adult. Have you always wanted to try working with wood but were intimidated by the power tools? Learn to safely cut, drill, form and join wood using a variety of power tools. Once comfortable, begin a woodworking project of your choosing and complete it under the guidance of your instructor. Tools and safety goggles provided. Come with ideas for projects or ask the instructor for suggestions. Instructor: Mark Williams. 8 classes. No class 7/4.

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NEW Five Animal Frolics

IN PERSON

Tuesdays

11:00AM - NOON

July 11 - July 25

Ages: 18 - Adult. The Five Animal Frolics in Tai Chi cultivate the strength, flexibility, balance and stamina of five animals. They are the Monkey, Tiger, Bear, Deer and Crane. Join Master Wasentha Young and explore the playful and beneficial movements, imagery, and stretching of these five animals. The studio is located one flight downstairs and there is no elevator available. Instructor: Wasentha Young. 3 classes.

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 Acrylic Painting - Favorite Desserts

IN PERSON

Tuesdays

5:30PM - 7:00PM

July 11 - August 8

Ages: 18 - Adult. Do you want to learn how to create a painting of your favorite dessert? In this 6-week course, we will learn how to make a vibrant acrylic painting that features your choice of dessert. We will review color mixing, composition, and plan an underpainting to make your final work vivid and exciting. Some painting experience is recommended, but we will review all the fundamentals if you are a beginning student. Please come with your own photographs for reference. Instructor: Janet Szeto. 5 classes. No class 7/4.

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Beginning Sewing

IN PERSON

Tuesdays

6:30PM - 8:30PM

July 11 - August 15

Ages: 18 - Adult. Want to sew but don’t know where to start? Come join us and learn how to work with a sewing machine, patterns, fabric and more. No experience needed! Projects include a pillow cover, tote bag and pajama pants, and all work will be done in class. Sewing machines and basic supplies will be provided. Please do not bring your own sewing machine. Instructor will provide a materials list at the first class session. Instructor: Patricia Na. 6 classes. Sewing machines are provided for use during class. Please do not bring your own sewing machine.

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NEW Roman Finance

IN PERSON

Tuesday

6:00PM - 7:30PM

July 18 ONLY

Ages: 18 - Adult. A fast paced, popcorn style talk covering all areas of personal finance and financial planning. With content prepared for 15-20 different topics in the personal finance space, we'll let the audience pick and choose what we cover along with how long we cover it. Topics include general financial planning, tax law changes, tax strategies, education funding, powers of attorney, and much more. Content for each topic starts at a high level and gradually goes into more detail. Every 5 minutes, we'll conduct a Roman Vote (thumbs up or thumbs down) from the group and let them decide if we want to continue talking about the current topic, or start over with a new topic! If we vote to start over, we'll go back to the "menu" of topics and let the group choose something new. This way, we keep the content fresh, keep everyone engaged, and only cover the topics that people are the most interested in learning about. Register a second person for only $10! Instructor: Nemes Rush Group, Justin Rush, CFP, MBA. 1 class.

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Estate Planning Basics

IN PERSON

Tuesday

6:00PM - 8:00PM

July 25 ONLY

Ages: 18 - Adult. Probate, long term care and tax laws are constantly changing. Find out how to prevent your assets from going through probate, how to protect unnecessary taxation, how to retain control of your affairs and how to protect yourself against the costs of long term care. Discover the dangers of using joint accounts and quit claim deeds as estate planning tools. Learn about medical and financial powers of attorney, wills, "Ladybird" deeds and living trusts. Understand how "gifting" can affect you and the recipient, including gift tax laws, capital gains tax laws, as well as eligibility for Medicaid and Veterans benefits. The class will cover recent changes in Michigan's real estate laws, which prevent the reassessment of the taxable value of the property for transfers to family members. Learn about Michigan's "Estate Recovery" law, whereby the State can seek repayment from a person's estate for governmental benefits paid, and ways to prevent that from happening. Attendees receive a Personal Affairs Organizer. Register additional people for only $10 each! Instructor: Christopher Lindsay, Elder Law attorney. 1 class.

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Long Term Care/Medicaid Planning

IN PERSON

Tuesday

6:00PM - 8:00PM

August 1 ONLY

Ages: 18 - Adult. Did you know that 50% of people 65 years or older will spend some time in a nursing home and that it costs $8,000 a month for such care? Because neither health insurance nor Medicare covers these costs, losing your life savings in these situations is a natural fear. Learn about ways to avoid the nursing home, in-home care options, payment options, long term care insurance, life insurance conversions and hybrids, Veterans and Medicaid benefits, special needs trusts and more. There have been significant changes to the Medicaid and VA rules. Learn how to prevent Medicaid's estate recovery process from impacting your family. Register additional people for only $10 each! Instructor: Christopher Lindsay, Elder Law attorney. 1 class.

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NEW Stand-Up Comedy is Cheaper than Therapy

IN PERSON

Tuesdays

6:00PM - 8:00PM

August 1 - August 15

Ages: 18 - Adult. In this 3-week course, I will teach you how to turn your personal tragedy into comedy. In the second week we will build a 5-minute stand-up routine and then in the last class we will perform in front of family & friends. *Workbook available for purchase from instructor for $15.00 at class. Taught by the Wooden Bridge. Instructor: Shelley Benjamin M.S.W. 3 classes.

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NEW Candle Making

IN PERSON

Wednesdays

7:00PM - 7:50PM

June 14 - June 28

Ages: 16 - Adult. If you've ever wanted to learn how to make wax candles, now's your opportunity! During the first week of class, we will make a resin candle holder. The second week you will make candles with the color and scent of choice. Instructor: 3rd Eye Art Studio, James Schayes. 2 classes with candle pick up the following week.

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Sewing 2: Upcycling

IN PERSON

Wednesdays

6:30PM - 8:30PM

June 28 - August 16

Ages: 18 - Adult. If you can sew a straight line on a sewing machine, you are ready for this class! In sewing, “upcycling” means projects such as turning a damaged sweater into a purse, an old sheet into a curtain, or an unwanted shirt into a skirt. Each class will start with a half hour of instruction on a sewing technique. The rest of each class, participants will work on their own projects with instructor assistance. Sewing machines and basic supplies will be provided. Please bring at least one potential project to the first class. (You may choose non-upcycling projects, if you prefer). Instructor: Patricia Na. 8 Classes.

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NEW Candle Making

IN PERSON

Wednesdays

7:00PM - 7:50PM

July 12 - July 26

Ages: 16 - Adult. If you've ever wanted to learn how to make wax candles, now's your opportunity! During the first week of class, we will make a resin candle holder. The second week you will make candles with the color and scent of choice. Instructor: 3rd Eye Art Studio, James Schayes. 2 classes with candle pick up the following week.

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NEW Candle Making

IN PERSON

Wednesdays

7:00PM - 7:50PM

August 2 - August 16

Ages: 16 - Adult. If you've ever wanted to learn how to make wax candles, now's your opportunity! During the first week of class, we will make a resin candle holder. The second week you will make candles with the color and scent of choice. Instructor: 3rd Eye Art Studio, James Schayes. 2 classes with candle pick up the following week.

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Improv for Non-Actors

IN PERSON

Thursdays

6:00PM - 7:30PM

June 15 - July 13

Ages: 14 - Adult. Increase your confidence and your ability to think on your feet. Improv promotes teamwork, creativity, innovation and helps people overcome their fear of public speaking. The exercises taught in this class are applicable to careers in music, classroom teaching, business and a wide variety of other professional fields where you interface with the public. Experience a variety of improvisational exercises in a safe and supportive environment. Instructor: Mike Fedel has an M.A. in Performance and has studied improvisation at Second City in Chicago. 5 classes.

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American Sign Language (ASL): Level 2

IN PERSON

Thursdays

6:00PM - 7:30PM

June 15 - August 10

Grades: 9th - Adult. Sign language vocabulary, finger spelling and grammar are presented to develop conversational signing skills for communicating with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Practice conversation fluency and understand cultural aspects that influence American Sign Language (ASL). Previous experience in ASL or completion of ASL Level 1 required. Instructor: Brooke McCully. Handouts are included in the class fee. 8 classes. No class 7/6.

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NEW Adult/Child: All-Star Summer Sides

IN PERSON

Thursday

6:00PM - 8:00PM

June 29 ONLY

Grades: 2nd - 6th with an Adult. Want to prepare some delicious side dishes for your 4th of July gathering? Come spend some fun family time crafting assorted salads, making homemade dressing, wrapping pickles in bacon, mastering Mexican street corn, and more! Create all-star summer sides for your entire family with the help of an experienced chef. Please register in the child’s name. Instructor: Chartwells Staff. 1 class.

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Woodworking: Continuing

IN PERSON

Thursdays

6:30PM - 8:30PM

June 29 - August 17

Ages: 18 - Adult. This class provides supervised access to the woodworking lab for experienced students. You will work independently on a project of your choice. Bring all of your own materials to class. A working knowledge of power tools is expected and Woodworking 101 is recommended for those new to the woodshop. Supervisor: Joe Kyle, experienced woodcrafter. 8 classes.

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Long Term Care/Medicaid Planning

IN PERSON

Thursday

6:00PM - 8:00PM

July 6 ONLY

Ages: 18 - Adult. Did you know that 50% of people 65 years or older will spend some time in a nursing home and that it costs $8,000 a month for such care? Because neither health insurance nor Medicare covers these costs, losing your life savings in these situations is a natural fear. Learn about ways to avoid the nursing home, in-home care options, payment options, long term care insurance, life insurance conversions and hybrids, Veterans and Medicaid benefits, special needs trusts and more. There have been significant changes to the Medicaid and VA rules. Learn how to prevent Medicaid's estate recovery process from impacting your family. Register additional people for only $10 each! Instructor: Christopher Lindsay, Elder Law attorney. 1 class.

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NEW Watercolor Collage Painting

IN PERSON

Thursdays

5:30PM - 7:00PM

July 6 - August 3

Ages: 18 - Adult. In this 5 week course, we will learn different watercolor techniques and create a portfolio of colorful, hand-painted, and unique colored papers. With our beautiful blends of colors, textures, and layered effects in hand - we will build enchanting collages inspired by nature, stories, and memories. No experience necessary. Instructor: Janet Szeto. 5 classes.

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NEW Stand-Up Comedy is Cheaper than Therapy

IN PERSON

Thursdays

6:00PM - 8:00PM

July 13 - July 27

Ages: 18 - Adult. In this 3-week course, I will teach you how to turn your personal tragedy into comedy. In the second week we will build a 5-minute stand-up routine and then in the last class we will perform in front of family & friends. *Workbook available for purchase from instructor for $15.00 at class. Taught by the Wooden Bridge. Instructor: Shelley Benjamin M.S.W. 3 classes.

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NEW Indian Summer Fare

IN PERSON

Thursday

6:00PM - 8:30PM

July 27 ONLY

Ages: 18 - Adult. Do you love Indian food and want to learn how to make it at home? Some of the dishes you’ll create include shrimp balchao bruschetta, honey carrots (roasted and seasoned), raita salad, and mushroom casserole. Wake up your taste buds with rich, flavorful Indian cuisine, and wow friends and family with this mid-summer feast! Instructor: Chartwells Staff. 1 class.

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Traditional Argentine Tango: Advanced Beginning

IN PERSON

Fridays

7:00PM - 8:00PM

June 16 - July 21

Ages: 18 - Adult. BEGINNING Learn the basics of traditional Argentine Tango dance including the music and culture. Instructors teach you the cabeceo, how to use your eyes to invite your partner to dance, the milonga, an Argentine Tango dance party, the ronda, the flow of the dancers that allows large numbers of people to dance socially in the tango community and the tanda, how Argentine music is played to entice dancers to join in the ronda. Registration fee includes the practica where you can practice your technique; ask your instructors for details on dates and times. Fee is per individual. Partner is required. Senior recipients pay: $24.50. Instructors: Lisa and Dennis Larkin and Tango Experience Ann Arbor teachers. 6 classes.

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Traditional Argentine Tango: Intermediate

IN PERSON

Fridays

8:00PM - 9:00PM

June 16 - September 1

Ages: 18 - Adult. INTERMEDIATE Hone your dancing skills, with specific emphasis on improving the structure and mechanics of basic tango techniques like the boleo and sacada. We work on exercises and strategies that lead to improved clarity in the lead, sensitivity in the follow with the goal of finding a comfortable and precise connection on the social dance floor. Registration fee includes the practica where you can practice your technique; ask your instructors for details on dates and times. Prerequisite: experience in traditional Argentine Tango or instructor permission. Fee is per individual. Partner is required. Senior recipients pay: $49.50. Instructors: Lisa and Dennis Larkin and Tango Experience Ann Arbor teachers. 12 classes.

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Traditional Argentine Tango: Advanced Beginning

IN PERSON

Fridays

7:00PM - 8:00PM

July 28 - September 1

Ages: 18 - Adult. BEGINNING Learn the basics of traditional Argentine Tango dance including the music and culture. Instructors teach you the cabeceo, how to use your eyes to invite your partner to dance, the milonga, an Argentine Tango dance party, the ronda, the flow of the dancers that allows large numbers of people to dance socially in the tango community and the tanda, how Argentine music is played to entice dancers to join in the ronda. Registration fee includes the practica where you can practice your technique; ask your instructors for details on dates and times. Fee is per individual. Partner is required. Senior recipients pay: $24.50. Instructors: Lisa and Dennis Larkin and Tango Experience Ann Arbor teachers. 6 classes.

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Black History Walking Tour

IN PERSON

Saturday

10:30AM - NOON

June 24 ONLY

Ages: 8 - Adult. The African-American Cultural & Historical Museum of Washtenaw (AACHM) offers a docent-guided, 90min slow walking tour of historical sites connected to the African American community in Ann Arbor. Groups up to 20 will walk at a pace convenient for guests regardless of age or ability. Instructor: African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County. 1 class.

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Traditional Argentine Tango: Beginning

IN PERSON

Sundays

3:00PM - 4:00PM

June 18 - July 23

Ages: 18 - Adult. BEGINNING Learn the basics of traditional Argentine Tango dance including the music and culture. Instructors teach you the cabeceo, how to use your eyes to invite your partner to dance, the milonga, an Argentine Tango dance party, the ronda, the flow of the dancers that allows large numbers of people to dance socially in the tango community and the tanda, how Argentine music is played to entice dancers to join in the ronda. Registration fee includes the practica where you can practice your technique; ask your instructors for details on dates and times. Fee is per individual. Partner is required. Senior recipients pay: $24.50. Instructors: Lisa and Dennis Larkin and Tango Experience Ann Arbor teachers. 6 classes.

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Taiko Arts Workshop

IN PERSON

Sunday

3:00PM - 5:00PM

June 25 ONLY

Ages: 13 - Adult. Explore the empowering art of Taiko with us in a 2-hour workshop with demonstrations and hands-on activities that introduce participants to Taiko drumming (no experience necessary). Experience how this art form, rooted in Japanese music traditions, can connect us to ourselves and our communities through imagination (Drum & Dream on 6/25), celebration (Let’s Drum Away! on 7/30), and storytelling (Why We Drum on 8/27). In each of our Taiko Arts Workshops (you may sign up for any one or more), we will share in the joyous energy and generous spirit of Taiko as we practice moving in space, using our voices, playing with instruments, and exploring the rhythms and groove of Taiko music together. We provide the drums (taiko) for you to play on; and you can borrow, bring, or purchase ($10) your own pair of wooden drum sticks (bachi). Instructor: Eileen Ho from the Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC). 1 class.

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Taiko Arts Workshop Series

IN PERSON

Sundays

3:00PM - 5:00PM

June 25 - August 27

Ages: 13 - Adult. Explore the empowering art of Taiko with us in a 2-hour workshop with demonstrations and hands-on activities that introduce participants to Taiko drumming (no experience necessary). Experience how this art form, rooted in Japanese music traditions, can connect us to ourselves and our communities through imagination (Drum & Dream on 6/25), celebration (Let’s Drum Away! on 7/30), and storytelling (Why We Drum on 8/27). In each of our Taiko Arts Workshops (you may sign up for any one or more), we will share in the joyous energy and generous spirit of Taiko as we practice moving in space, using our voices, playing with instruments, and exploring the rhythms and groove of Taiko music together. We provide the drums (taiko) for you to play on; and you can borrow, bring, or purchase ($10) your own pair of wooden drum sticks (bachi). Each workshop is a stand-alone class. Sign up for individual sessions (see ID# 1766.801, .802, .803) or for the 3-session series (see ID# 1762.801) depending on your schedule! Instructor: Eileen Ho from the Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC). 3 classes.

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Walking Tour: History of Downtown Ann Arbor

IN PERSON

Sunday

1:00PM - 3:00PM

July 30 ONLY

Ages: 18 - Adult. Have you ever looked around beautiful downtown Ann Arbor and wondered, "What was there?" Find out by joining local historian Patti Smith for a dynamic history walk. Learn about the "red light district" on Fourth Avenue, the first courthouses, the old fire station, the businesses that lined Main Street and so much more! Bring your walking shoes and be prepared to walk 1-2 miles. Rain date August 6th. Instructor: Patti Smith is an Ann Arbor townie, special education teacher, storyteller and author of Images of America: Downtown Ann Arbor and co-author Forgotten Ann Arbor and Michigan Beer: A Heady History 1 class.

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Traditional Argentine Tango: Beginning

IN PERSON

Sundays

3:00PM - 4:00PM

July 30 - September 3

Ages: 18 - Adult. BEGINNING Learn the basics of traditional Argentine Tango dance including the music and culture. Instructors teach you the cabeceo, how to use your eyes to invite your partner to dance, the milonga, an Argentine Tango dance party, the ronda, the flow of the dancers that allows large numbers of people to dance socially in the tango community and the tanda, how Argentine music is played to entice dancers to join in the ronda. Registration fee includes the practica where you can practice your technique; ask your instructors for details on dates and times. Fee is per individual. Partner is required. Senior recipients pay: $24.50. Instructors: Lisa and Dennis Larkin and Tango Experience Ann Arbor teachers. 6 classes.

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Taiko Arts Workshop

IN PERSON

Sunday

3:00PM - 5:00PM

July 30 ONLY

Ages: 13 - Adult. Explore the empowering art of Taiko with us in a 2-hour workshop with demonstrations and hands-on activities that introduce participants to Taiko drumming (no experience necessary). Experience how this art form, rooted in Japanese music traditions, can connect us to ourselves and our communities through imagination (Drum & Dream on 6/25), celebration (Let’s Drum Away! on 7/30), and storytelling (Why We Drum on 8/27). In each of our Taiko Arts Workshops (you may sign up for any one or more), we will share in the joyous energy and generous spirit of Taiko as we practice moving in space, using our voices, playing with instruments, and exploring the rhythms and groove of Taiko music together. We provide the drums (taiko) for you to play on; and you can borrow, bring, or purchase ($10) your own pair of wooden drum sticks (bachi). Instructor: Eileen Ho from the Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC). 1 class.

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Taiko Arts Workshop

IN PERSON

Sunday

3:00PM - 5:00PM

August 27 ONLY

Ages: 13 - Adult. Explore the empowering art of Taiko with us in a 2-hour workshop with demonstrations and hands-on activities that introduce participants to Taiko drumming (no experience necessary). Experience how this art form, rooted in Japanese music traditions, can connect us to ourselves and our communities through imagination (Drum & Dream on 6/25), celebration (Let’s Drum Away! on 7/30), and storytelling (Why We Drum on 8/27). In each of our Taiko Arts Workshops (you may sign up for any one or more), we will share in the joyous energy and generous spirit of Taiko as we practice moving in space, using our voices, playing with instruments, and exploring the rhythms and groove of Taiko music together. We provide the drums (taiko) for you to play on; and you can borrow, bring, or purchase ($10) your own pair of wooden drum sticks (bachi). Instructor: Eileen Ho from the Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC). 1 class.

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