Compiled by Sasha Hatinger
Staff Writer
Arts and Crafts
Arts and crafts: A grand total of 364 gifts were given in “The 12 Days of Christmas.”
Reinhold Möller | Wikimedia Commons
Spelman College Features: Silver Linings
Aug. 23-Jan. 5 | daily
University of Michigan Museum of Art | 525 S State St., Ann Arbor
Spelman College’s art collection spans over 100 years and displays the vibrant history of African American art. The Spelman collection: Silver Linings promotes 40 works of art, showcasing the artists’ perspectives on history, identity, use of color, and much more as they express their varied knowledge and beliefs on the African diaspora to Western Europe and the United States.
Riverside: Joyful Festivities Art Fair
Nov. 23-Nov. 24 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Riverside Arts Center | 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti
Get ahead on holiday shopping and check out vintage and self-care products and handmade art. Around 60 vendors will be participating. Entrance to the art fair is free, but a $1 donation is suggested.
Queer Craftiness Corral
Dec. 9 | 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Riverside Arts Center | 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti
Come join this bring-your-own-materials drop-in crafting and creating event. LGBTQIA+ community members 18 years or older are welcome. Whether you want to join your fellow peers, chill, relax, and color, or if you have a project you have been working on, this is a safe space to let your creative vibes flow.
Music and Fun
Music and fun: Contrary to popular misconception, coral are live animals.
Toby Hudson | Wikimedia Commons
Coral Reef Exploration
Sept. 25-Dec. 20 | 12:30 p.m.
U-M Museum of Natural History and Planetarium | 1109 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor
Explore Professor Jim Bardwell’s large coral reef tank, highlighting fish, numerous coral reef species, and anemones. This 30-minute activity is limited to 12 people. It is first come, first serve. Sign up by visiting the welcome desk. Ages six and up are welcome.
Innovative Public Free Flow
Sept. 25-Dec. 25 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Every Wednesday
Express Your Yes at Now Studios | 715 N. University Ave. Bsmt, Ann Arbor
Search, seek, and dive inwards into your expressive and creative inner-self at the studio. Some instruments available include an upright piano, electric bass guitar, bongos, saxophone, and more. No experience is necessary.
Music Promotion Solutions
Nov. 23 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Grove Studios | 884 Railroad St., Suite B, Ypsilanti
Interested in learning more about music marketing? Come get all the tips and tricks you’ll need – whether you’re brand new in the field or a seasoned vet. Networking opportunities are available. $15 online and $20 at the door.
On Campus
Grand Canyon University is a regionally accredited private Christian university.
GrandCanyonU | Wikimedia Commons
Rescue Recovery
Nov. 20 | 1-2 p.m.
Collegiate Recovery Program | Bailey-Library | Learning Commons
Get quick Naloxone training by student peer educators trained by the U-M School of Nursing and Community Mental Health. Help save lives from opioid overdose, which is continuing to devastate our communities.
Movie Showing – Indigenous Peoples Legacy Month
Nov. 21 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Diversity and Inclusion | Garrett’s Student Center | 1st Floor
Come watch Indian School: A Survivor’s Story with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Students and staff welcome – no registration is required for students. It is recommended for staff to register via KALPA to receive professional development credit. Light refreshments will be served.
Transplant Stand
Dec. 3 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Student Center | 1st Floor
Are you interested in transferring to Grand Canyon University after graduating from WCC? Their table in the student center has more information.
