By Catherine Engstrom-Hadley
Staff Writer
ENTERTAINMENT
YPSI WRITES: ZINES
Learn to write a mini, self-published magazine—or a “zine”— in a single weekend. No experience is needed to participate in this free event, and materials will be provided. The workshop starts with a how-to session led by an expert zine writer.
Ypsilanti District Library | 5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti
March 14, 1 to 3 p.m.
ARABIC TO ENGLISH
Theatre Nova presents the world premiere of the play “Arabic to English.” It tells the story of an Arab American man facing deportation in a high-stakes immigration case. His interpreter is a young Arab American woman torn between her feelings for the defendant and her engagement to a lawyer. What words will she choose to translate and what will she leave unsaid? Buy tickets at theatrenova.org.
Theatre Nova | 410 W. Huron St., Ann Arbor
March 20- April 12, times vary
ANN ARBOR FILM FESTIVAL
Experience the oldest avant-garde and experimental film festival in North America. This year will feature world premieres, special programming and live performances. Prices vary from $12 to $100 for weekend passes and screenings. Find more at aafilmfest.org
The Michigan Theater | 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor
March 24-29, times vary
LOCAL
ANN ARBOR ORCHID FESTIVAL
Celebrate the orchid flower with demonstrations and discussions hosted in orchid-filled gardens. Photographers: arrive early at 9 a.m. for a photographer’s hour. Orchid sales start at 10 a.m. and general festivities begin at noon both days.
Matthaei Botanical Gardens | 1800 N. Dixboro Road
March 21-22, 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
WOMEN IN SCIENCE DAY
Celebrate women in scientific fields with a science forum and a Wild Swan Theater production of “Coding to the Moon,” a play about Margaret Hamilton’s contributions to the Apollo Missions. Visit lsa.umich.edu/ummnh for more information and tickets to the play.
University of Michigan Museum of Natural History | 1105 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor
March 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ST. PATRICK’S INDOOR FOOD TRUCK RALLY
Come hungry and ready to eat for this St. Patrick’s Day food festival. Event includes face painting, prizes, beer, wine and 10-plus food trucks, with vegan and gluten-free options available. Admission is $5 per person.
Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds | 5505 Ann Arbor Saline Road, Ann Arbor
March 14, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
CAMPUS
COOL CAREERS IN WRITING
Hear from professional writers about the educational paths that led them to their current careers. This free event features a panel of writers from many avenues to answer questions about the highs and lows of writing for a living.
Bailey Library
March 10, 1 to 3 p.m.
ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT: WOMEN’S PLACE IN THE WORLD
At the annual Women’s History Month panel luncheon, experts will share their wisdom and inspire students to become economically empowered. Lunch is provided. RSVP on Campus Connect.
Student Center
March 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
CAREER AND INTERNSHIP FAIR
More than 88 employers from different industries are visiting campus in search of potential job-seekers. For those new to the job market or looking for a change of pace, the career fair is a great place to start looking for your next job. This event is free and open to the public.
Morris Lawrence Building
March 11, 4 to 6 p.m.