Compiled by Yana Mcguire
Staff Writer
Music and Fun
The key to having a great dinner date is to keep the conversation light-hearted. You can use facts to start discussions about your interests, hobbies, or travel experiences.
Joe deSousa | Wikimedia Commons
Valentine’s Date Night: Music, Cocktails, Candlelight
Feb. 15 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Ann Arbor Distilling Company | 220 Felch Street, Ann Arbor
Enjoy two handcrafted cocktails and light appetizers with your Valentine in a cozy candle-lit ambiance filled with good music. Tickets are $39. First seating is from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Second seating is from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Creatives’ Night
Feb. 21 | 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
HOMES Campus – Beer Garden | 112 Jackson Plaza, Ann Arbor
Connect with fellow like-minded artists of all skill levels. Three presenters will offer unique advice about the business. Dress to impress for the red-carpet photo opportunity. Tickets are $10
Mustafa: Lost in Dunya Tour
Feb. 18 | 8 p.m.
The Ark | 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor
The Toronto-based R&B/Folk artist will stop by The Ark during his Lost In Dunya tour. Tickets are $25. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m.
Arts and Crafts
Indian literature heavily influenced the original use of miniatures, which were used to tell stories through art for those who could not read. Plexi83 | Wikimedia Commons
Kusudama Origami Flowers
Feb. 12 | 6 p.m to 7 p.m
Ann Arbor District Library Pittsfield Branch | 2359 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor
Artists of all ages are invited to make flowers out of origami patterns. The flower could be a perfect handmade gift for your loved one. This event is free.
Outside the Lines: Coloring for Grown-ups
Feb. 13 | 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Ann Arbor District Library Malletts Branch | 3090 E Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor
Teens to elders are welcome to come and color on detailed coloring pages. Multiple coloring utensils will be provided. There will be Prismacolors to play with as well. This event is free.
Miniature Painting Workshop
Feb. 21 | 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Ann Arbor District Library Downtown | 343 S 5th Ave, Ann Arbor
Paint miniature figures for games or hobbies. All supplies will be provided and explained completely. You can keep what you paint. There is no cost for this workshop.
On Campus
Paul Tazewell, costume designer for the film “Wicked” was inspired by the 1939 MGM film “Wizard of Oz”. UKinUSA | Wikimedia Commons
Wicked Movie Night at WCC
Feb. 12 | 6 p.m to 9 p.m.
LA 140
The Office of Student Activities is hosting a screening of the movie “Wicked!” This event is free. Snacks will be provided. RSVP on Campus Connect: https://wccnet.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10933498
African American Genealogy
Feb. 12 | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Bailey Library – Learning Commons via Zoom
Learn the importance of genealogy from the renowned genealogist, Jean Winborn. This event will be held on Zoom. Register in advance through the WCC event calendar.
Open Improv Jam
Feb 13 | 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
LA 140
Students are invited to play improv games. No experience required. This event is open to all, including onlookers. Email Dr. Hope Bernard with questions at hobernard@wccnet.edu.
