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Local events Feb. 15 – Mar. 1

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