Kelsey Museum of Archeology
By Catherine Engstrom-Hadley
Staff Writer
Dael Orlandersmith’s tale of two African American characters deals with racial stereotypes and intra-racial bigotry associated with having light versus dark skin within the African American community. “Yellowman” was a 2002 Pulitzer Prize finalist in drama. Admission is $10 per person.
Eastern Michigan University Sponberg Theater| 124 Quirk Hall, Ypsilanti
Nov. 22 -24, 7 p.m.
Join for readings from the new book “Love and Other Futures: Poetry From Untold Stories of Liberation and Love,” the first in an anthology series of writings from women of color in Michigan. Celebrate the stories and poetry of women of color. This event is free.
Black Stone Bookstore | 214 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
Dec. 2, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Take a glimpse into the lives of individuals from the past. Hundreds of Merotic graffiti recently discovered from a Kelsey Museum expedition to El-Kurru will be on display.
The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology | 434 S. State St., Ann Arbor
Nov. 28, 2 p.m.
Calling all gamers! U-Con offers a wide variety of role-playing, board games and war-game events. Event will include a vendor hall filled with gaming merchandise, and an auction. Attendance prices vary depending on the day. You can find more information at ucon-gaming.org
Ann Arbor Marriott at Eagle Crest | 1275 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti
Nov. 22-24, 7 p.m.
Come shop from an array of local artists, featuring nature-inspired and garden-centric pieces for anyone’s holiday shopping list. Admission is free.
Matthaei Botanical Gardens | 1800 N. Dixboro, Ann Arbor
Dec. 1, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Attendees can attend a short lesson about how to ice skate, including the basics skills, followed by free skate time to practice your new skating moves on the ice.
Veterans Memorial Ice Arena | 2150 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor
Nov. 22, 5:30 p.m. to 6:50 p.m.
Meet the deans from WCC’s five academic divisions. Students can chat with the deans, make a holiday card for the elderly, and be entered for a $100 bookstore voucher. Cider, doughnuts and other goodies will be served.
Bailey Library
Nov. 20, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
According to the American Red Cross, one pint of blood has the potential to save up to three lives. Be a life-saver between classes. You can sign up ahead of time or walk-in.
Community Room SC-105
Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Get all set up to vote in this upcoming 2020 election cycle. The League of Women Voters can help students to register to vote.
First Floor, Student Center
Nov. 26, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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