Fun Stuff: Aug. 29 through Sept. 12

Graphic by Janani Murugesan

By DOINA PLOP
Staff Writer

Even in the time of quarantines and social distancing, it is still possible to have fun! Check out these virtual and in-person events over the next two weeks:

At WCC

WCC Sports Fall Recruiting Days
Aug. 31, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sept. 1, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

From the website: “Student-athletes from each of our 10 club sports will represent their program at our recruiting days. There will be tables on the 1st floor of the Student Center with our club sports teams. Get more information about a sport, as well as register in the sports office.”

9/11 Remembrance
Sept. 10, 2021, from 8:40 a.m. to 9 a.m.

From the website: “Please join us for a moment of silence on Friday, September 10. The Zoom meeting room will open at 8:40 a.m., and remarks will be given by Vice President Brandon Tucker before the moment of silence commences at 8:46 a.m.”

In the community

Open Lab: Die-Cutter & Embosser
Aug. 30, 2021: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

From the website: “Get creative with a mix of fun paper crafts! This open-ended crafting event features die-cutters, embossers, and a bewildering array of dies and paper options at your disposal. Create one of a kind cards, whip up a beautiful mask, assemble complex paper dinosaurs, or make something simple, silly and fun!”

Recipe Share | Ep 6: Cooking for One
Aug. 30, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

From the website: “Each week, AADL staff members share recipes in a specific category – from “Unusual Veggies” to “Favorite Cookies” – whether tried and true or tried and failed.”

Saline Community Fair
Sept. 1 to Sept. 3, 2021

From the website: Visit the annual Saline Community Fair in Southeastern Michigan! Enjoy several days of themed entertainment and amusement for all ages including live music, interactive activities, comedy shows, raffles, and so much more!

Festival of the Honey Bee
Sept. 3, 2021 at 5 p.m.

From the website: “The Festival of the Honey Bee, in partnership with First Fridays Ypsilanti will celebrate downtown this year! This festival is a city wide celebration of bees with art, music, educational activities for all ages, vendors, demonstrations, and more!”

Recipe Share | Ep 7: Favorite Cookies
Sept. 9, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

From the website: “Each week, AADL staff members share recipes in a specific category – from “Unusual Veggies” to “Favorite Cookies” – whether tried and true or tried and failed.”