By CYDNEY HEED
Editor
Even in the era of social distancing, there are still opportunities to have fun! Check out these online and socially distanced in-person events.
At WCC
African American Genealogy and How it Has Changed
Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 2 p.m.
From Campus Connect: “Join the Bailey Library as local genealogist and Genealogical Society of Washtenaw County member Omer Jean Winborn shares her long and successful journey with African American genealogy. “
Intramural Rocket League
Friday, Feb. 19 at 5:30 p.m.
From Campus Connect: “Join us and play Rocket League with a member of the WCC Sports staff.”
Call of Duty: Cold War Tournament
Saturday, Feb. 20 at 5 p.m.
From Campus Connect: “Join us for our 2nd Call of Duty tournament. “
In the community
Celebrating Black History Month
Thursday, Feb. 9 through Friday, Feb. 26
Hosted by Eastern Michigan University
From the website: “ In honor of Black History Month, Eastern Michigan University is offering a number of virtual open-to-the-public events that will help to celebrate and reflect upon Black history. The theme for EMU’s 2021 Black History Month celebration is “A Tribute to our Blackness.”
Virtual Movie Screenings
Ongoing
Hosted by The Michigan Theater
The current selection includes the Academy Award nominees for Best International Film.
Live Music
Friday, Feb. 12 and Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.
Hosted by Triple Goddess Tasting Room
From Destination Ann Arbor: “Performers are on a plexiglass surrounded stage for their safety and yours. Stop in, kick back, grab your favorite kombucha beer or tea and enjoy the show. Masks required.”
34th Annual Storytelling Festival
Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Hosted by The Ark and The Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild
From the website: “We’re taking our annual storytelling extravaganza online this year for one night only!”
Ann Arbor Restaurant Week
Sunday, Feb. 21 through Friday, Feb. 26
From Destination Ann Arbor: “This year’s Ann Arbor Restaurant Week is featuring fine dining lunch and dinner course menus, family meals to go, virtual demonstrations, and chef highlights. There are even vegan and vegetarian options available. Dine-in or order takeout from award-winning Ann Arbor restaurants and try as many as your schedule allows for!”
Ann Arbor Area Hotel Week
Sunday, Feb. 21 through Friday, Feb. 26
From Destination Ann Arbor: “A number of area hotels are offering special rates and promotions, for a limited time, to coincide with Ann Arbor Restaurant Week. Don’t miss out on these delicious deals!”
THEATRE NOVA PRESENTS THE PLAY OF THE MONTH: 4 Genres by Ron Riekki
Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m.
Hosted by Theatre Nova
From the website: “Four characters reveal what they’ve learned after being trapped within four respective film/theatre genres (Musical theatre, documentary, slapstick, and horror.)”
