Events: Feb. 11 – 21, 2025

Compiled by Yana Mcguire

Staff Writer

Music and Fun

A fancy cheeseboard dresses a wooden table. Glasses of wine are present, along with a basket of bread.

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

A close-up of someone painting a miniature figurine. Only their hands are visible. The table is covered with art supplies.

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.