Cultivate Coffee house has events all month from jazz to adult coloring book parties.
Photo taken by Amy Kimball. Courtesy | Bekah Wallace.
Music
What: J Phlip- Official movement pre-party brings DJ J Philip to Ann Arbor with records aplenty.
Where: Necto Nightclub
516 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor
When: Feb. 17
Doors open 9 p.m.
Cost: Presale $10
At the door $30.
Age: 18+
What: Yada Yada with Monogamy, Rella Munch and Talia Mayden – Local trio Yada Yada plays a show with other artists put on by Nu Lo.
Where: The Blind Pig
208 N. First St., Ann Arbor
When: Thursday, Feb. 18
Doors open 9 p.m.
Cost: 18+ $8
21+ $5.
What: Jazz Night – Weekly jazz in Ypsilanti this week’s theme: No Rules featuring a Vietnamese Porter.
Where: Cultivate Taphouse and Brewery
307 N. River St., Ypsilanti
When: Thursday, Feb. 18
Every Thursday 7 – 10 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: Nicole P’Simer & Olivia Millerschin – Two ladies take to the stage and bring soulful and folk melodies with them.
Where: Cultivate Taphouse and Brewery
307 N. River St., Ypsilanti
When: Friday Feb. 19, 8 – 11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Wild Reeds share their talents with a free show at The Ark. Courtesy |Barb Chaffer Authier.
What: The Wild Reeds – This west coast female trio transcends genres and brings an ethereal folk vibe to The Ark.
Where: The Ark
316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor
When: Tuesday, Feb. 23
Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Show begins at 8 p.m.
Cost: Free. (Nonperishable donations accepted)
Art
What: The Bard – Shakespearean works that have been transformed to film in a series on Mondays.
Where: Michigan Theater
603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor
When: Mondays 7 p.m.
Feb. 15 “Throne of Blood”
Feb. 22 “Hamlet”
Feb. 29 “Henry V”
Cost: Adult $10
Students with ID $8
Sketches from Francesc Burgos WSG exhibit Vessels and Dwellings. Courtesy | Francesc Burgos
What: Francesc Burgos- Burgos showcases new work. His style is ceramic based and ranges from installations, contemplative pieces, and functional works.
Where: WSG Gallery
306 S. Main St., Ann Arbor
When: Feb. 16 – March 26
Tuesday and Wednesday: 12 – 6 p.m.
Thursday: 12 – 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday:12 – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 12 – 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: Cinemanga- Films that are made from the pages of Japanese Manga in a series running through the end of April.
Where: Michigan Theater
603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor
When: Wednesdays 7 p.m.
Feb. 17 “Bunny Drop”
Feb. 24 “Boruto: Naruto the Movie”
Cost: Adult $10
Students with ID $8
What: New art prints from Michigan Artists – An exhibition of artists from all over the state are showcased, and new prints available to check out.
Where: Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room Exhibit
343 S. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor
When: Now – Feb. 25
Cost: Free
Lampshade Cafe has multiple events and supports the local art scene. Courtesy | Ricky Lampshade
What: Distractions- The Watertower collective brings eight Michigan artists together in an exhibit in Downtown Ypsilanti.
Where: Lampshade Café
206 W. Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti
When: Now until Feb. 29
Sunday and Monday: 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Education and Workshops
What: Tiny Plant Pot- A workshop intended to create small potted plants to take home with the attendees.
Where: Ann Arbor District Library Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
2359 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor
When: Wednesday, Feb. 17
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: Friday Night Swing Dancing- Lessons for the beginners and space to have an open dance session every week.
| Where: The Phoenix Center
220 S. Main St., Ann Arbor When: Every Friday Free beginner lesson 8 – 9 p.m. Open dancing 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. Cost: $5 general admission $4 students |
What: Detox the Safe and Healthy Way – Ellen Livingston, a raw foodist and vegan, brings her expertise on healthy ways to detox, co-sponsored by the People’s Food Co-op.
Where: Downtown Library: Secret Lab
343 S. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor
When: Tuesday, Feb. 23
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free