http://arborweb.com/ Ann Arbor online: news and reference community resource, with the area's best events calendar, Ann Arbor Observer City Guide, comprehensive information on housing, restaurants, government, education, and more, and free classified ads. en-us 2010 Ann Arbor Observer. All Rights Reserved. http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event42851 Jul. 31, 10:30 a.m. -- Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play one of 100 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime's numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Local chimemaster Heather O'Neal demonstrates. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event43034 Jul. 31, 1 p.m. -- July 3, 17, 24, & 31. All invited to try out several games. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event45872 Jul. 31, 2-4 p.m. -- Every Sat. All invited to practice their juggling skills. Beginners welcome. Indoor location TBA in case of inclement weather. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event37413 Jul. 31, 3-5 p.m. -- Every Sat.All invited to join club members for blitz (5-minute) and untimed games. Some sets and clocks available; bring your own if possible. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event44169 Jul. 31, 4-6 p.m. -- All lesbians invited to discuss Stone Butch Blues, Leslie Feinberg's novel set in the late 1960s about a transgender woman who embraces butch identity and passes as a man but can't overcome the emotional complications of a complete sex change. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event46000 Jul. 31, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event43043 Jul. 31, 5 p.m. -- Every Wed. & Sat. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular tactical miniatures board game. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event44827 Aug. 1, 11 a.m. -- Every Sun. A weekly program open to all single adults interested in contemporary Christian topics, new ideas, personal growth, and social and physical activities. Aug. 1: First Presbyterian youth minister Jenny McDezitt discusses her work. Aug. 8: First Singles member Marcy Toon leads a discussion o... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event45816 Aug. 1, 1-6 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Thurs. Players of all skill levels invited to play what's regarded as the world's most difficult board game. No partner necessary. Boards and stones provided. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event46832 Aug. 1, 1 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun., & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event41949 Aug. 1, 2-4:30 p.m. -- All invited to try various food preservation skills. Check preservingtraditions.org for ingredients to bring. Aug. 1: canning tomatoes. Aug. 22: "Salsa Canning Workday." Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Food & Beverage http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event46001 Aug. 1, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100726.html#event45846 Aug. 1, 6-8 p.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance based on the 15th-century Spanish moresca . Wear athletic shoes. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45333 Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-noon -- Every Mon. Drop-in social group for seniors age 55 & over. Every meeting includes a speaker, word game, craft, or activity. Also, Bible study and chair exercises. Followed by lunch (bring a bag lunch) and socializing. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46423 Aug. 2, 12:45-4 p.m. -- Every Mon. All seniors age 55 & over invited to play. Bring a partner. Also, at 1 p.m., mah-jongg (free). Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event47216 Aug. 2, 1-4 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. except Sept. 6. All seniors invited to play bridge. Refreshments. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event44948 Aug. 2, 1-2:30 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. All levels of English speakers invited for conversation. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46003 Aug. 2, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46454 Aug. 3, 9:30 a.m.-noon -- Every Tues. & Wed. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play bridge. No partner required. Also, Tues. at 10 a.m., Scrabble. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event43833 Aug. 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. -- National Historic Landmark, Pewabic Pottery, in Detroit, was founded in 1903 by Mary Chase Perry Stratton and her partner Horace Caulkins at the height of the Arts & Crafts movement in America. The pottery building was designed by architect William Buck Stratton in the Tudor Revival style. Mary ... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45717 Aug. 3, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. -- Every Tues. Activities begin at 11 a.m. with "Energy Exercise" ($4), a 60-minute exercise program led by Maria Farquhar, followed at 1 p.m. by mah-jongg, bridge and other card games, , board games, Wii sports, and quilting and other craft projects. Also, at 1:30 p.m., Yiddish Tish, a Yidd... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46005 Aug. 3, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46837 Aug. 3, 6 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun., & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45739 Aug. 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. -- Every Tues. All knitters invited to work on their current projects and swap knitting tips. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event44886 Aug. 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. -- All invited for socializing while working on their knitting, embroidery, stitching, or crochet project. Cookies & hot tea ($3.75 includes refills). Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46207 Aug. 3, 7-10:30 p.m. -- Every Tues. All women invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local 40-member barbershop harmony chorus. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Music: Classical, Religious, & Cabaret http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46867 Aug. 3, 7 p.m. -- Aug. 3 & 17. All knitters invited to meet members of this local knitting group and exchange tips. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46869 Aug. 3, 7-9 p.m. -- Every Tues. All local writers invited to bring samples of their writing to read and discuss. Observers welcome. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46228 Aug. 3, 7:30 p.m. -- Every Tues. All male singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local barbershop harmony chorus. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Music: Classical, Religious, & Cabaret http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45325 Aug. 3, 7:30 p.m. -- All invited to join a discussion, in Spanish, of Nada, Carmen Laforet's tale of a teenage girl from the Spanish provinces who moves in with impoverished relatives in post-civil war Barcelona. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45752 Aug. 3, 8-10 p.m. -- Every Tues. All German speakers invited for conversation. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event43308 Aug. 3, 10 p.m. -- Every Tues. All invited to try a wide-ranging trivia quiz for such prizes as T-shirts, hats, and gift certificates. Bonus points awarded for "stupid human tricks" like drinking beer upside down, dancing to Michael Jackson songs, or inserting an entire fist into your mouth. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46489 Aug. 4, 12:45-4:15 p.m. -- Every Wed. & Thurs. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46455 Aug. 4, 12:45-4 p.m. -- Every Tues. & Wed. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play bridge. No partner required. Also, Tues. at 10 a.m., Scrabble. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event47235 Aug. 4, 1-4 p.m. -- Every Wed. All seniors invited to play chess. Refreshments. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45766 Aug. 4, 5-8 p.m. -- Every Wed. All invited to play this popular word game. Bring a set, if you have one. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46007 Aug. 4, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46842 Aug. 4, 6 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun., & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45779 Aug. 4, 7-11 p.m. -- Every Wed. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. If you plan to come without a partner, call in advance or arrive 20 minutes early. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event44309 Aug. 4, 7:30-10 p.m. -- All invited to check out the trains whizzing around the club's big, elaborate layout, housed in a depot restored by the club. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45792 Aug. 4, 9-11:30 p.m. -- Every Wed. Conor O'Neill's staff member Brian Aherne hosts a music trivia quiz. Prizes. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45459 Aug. 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. -- Every Thurs. A weekly program of activities primarily for seniors. The program begins at 10 a.m. with "Energy Exercise" ($4), a 60-minute exercise program led by Maria Farquhar. An 11 a.m. Current Events discussion group led by Heather Dombey is followed at noon by a homemade dairy lunch ($3 with re... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46490 Aug. 5, Noon-4 p.m. -- Every Wed. & Thurs. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46009 Aug. 5, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46846 Aug. 5, 6 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun., & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46905 Aug. 5, 6-10 p.m. -- Every Thurs. All invited to play board games. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45817 Aug. 5, 7 p.m.-midnight -- Every Sun. & Thurs. Players of all skill levels invited to play what's regarded as the world's most difficult board game. No partner necessary. Boards and stones provided. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45834 Aug. 5, 7 p.m. -- Every Thurs. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. No partner required. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event37347 Aug. 5, 7 p.m. -- Looking to meet new people, get involved in the community, learn new skills? All ages 21-40 invited to learn about upcoming events and other opportunities while getting to know members of the Ann Arbor Jaycees and your community. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45150 Aug. 6, Time TBA -- All pets and their owners invited for songs and blessings. Refreshments. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46400 Aug. 6, 12:30 p.m. -- Every Fri. Screening of a film TBA. Lunch available ($2.50), 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event47217 Aug. 6, 1-4 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. except Sept. 6. All seniors invited to play bridge. Refreshments. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event44953 Aug. 6, 1-2:30 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. All levels of English speakers invited for conversation. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46011 Aug. 6, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46850 Aug. 6, 6 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun., & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46923 Aug. 7, 1 p.m. -- Every Sat. All invited to try out several games. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45873 Aug. 7, 2-4 p.m. -- Every Sat. All invited to practice their juggling skills. Beginners welcome. Indoor location TBA in case of inclement weather. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event37414 Aug. 7, 3-5 p.m. -- Every Sat.All invited to join club members for blitz (5-minute) and untimed games. Some sets and clocks available; bring your own if possible. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45326 Aug. 7, 4 p.m. -- All invited to join a discussion of Blood Colony, the 3rd novel in Tananarive Due's series of thrillers about an ancient Ethiopian clan of immortals. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46013 Aug. 7, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45923 Aug. 7, 7:30-9 p.m. -- All invited to join a drum circle. Bring a drum or use one provided. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event38286 Aug. 7, 8:45 p.m.-12:30 a.m. -- Apr, 10 & 17, May 8 & 15, June 5 & 12, July 10 & 17, Aug. 7 & 14, and Sept. 4 & 11. A chance to join local astronomy buffs for a look at the sky through instruments, including the Peach Mountain Observatory's huge, 24-inch McMath telescope. Participants encouraged to bring th... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event44828 Aug. 8, 11 a.m. -- Every Sun. A weekly program open to all single adults interested in contemporary Christian topics, new ideas, personal growth, and social and physical activities. Aug. 1: First Presbyterian youth minister Jenny McDezitt discusses her work. Aug. 8: First Singles member Marcy Toon leads a discussion o... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45818 Aug. 8, 1-6 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Thurs. Players of all skill levels invited to play what's regarded as the world's most difficult board game. No partner necessary. Boards and stones provided. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event44965 Aug. 8, 1-4 p.m. -- Liberty Street Robot Supply & Repair staff show kids in grades 6-12 how to make their own robot. Supplies provided. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Family & Kids' Stuff http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46833 Aug. 8, 1 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun., & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46960 Aug. 8, 4:30 p.m. -- All invited to discuss 2 classic hardboiled crime novels. Ross MacDonald's 1952 novel The Ivory Grin is one in his Lew Archer series about a detective who this time is hired to follow a runaway but ends up trying to solve a mystery involving a temptress, a Detroit mobster, and a young gentleman. Cha... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event46015 Aug. 8, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100802.html#event45847 Aug. 8, 6-8 p.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance based on the 15th-century Spanish moresca . Wear athletic shoes. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45334 Aug. 9, 10 a.m.-noon -- Every Mon. Drop-in social group for seniors age 55 & over. Every meeting includes a speaker, word game, craft, or activity. Also, Bible study and chair exercises. Followed by lunch (bring a bag lunch) and socializing. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46424 Aug. 9, 12:45-4 p.m. -- Every Mon. All seniors age 55 & over invited to play. Bring a partner. Also, at 1 p.m., mah-jongg (free). Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event47218 Aug. 9, 1-4 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. except Sept. 6. All seniors invited to play bridge. Refreshments. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event44949 Aug. 9, 1-2:30 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Fri. All levels of English speakers invited for conversation. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46017 Aug. 9, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46982 Aug. 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m. -- Games, music, kids activities, and crafts, including a chance to make peace cranes and lantern boats. Potluck (bring a dish to pass and your own dinnerware). Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Food & Beverage http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46456 Aug. 10, 9:30 a.m.-noon -- Every Tues. & Wed. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play bridge. No partner required. Also, Tues. at 10 a.m., Scrabble. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45343 Aug. 10, 10 a.m. -- All invited to tour the vegetable and flower gardens at John and Wilma Trachett's farm. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45718 Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. -- Every Tues. Activities begin at 11 a.m. with "Energy Exercise" ($4), a 60-minute exercise program led by Maria Farquhar, followed at 1 p.m. by mah-jongg, bridge and other card games, , board games, Wii sports, and quilting and other craft projects. Also, at 1:30 p.m., Yiddish Tish, a Yidd... Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45517 Aug. 10, 2-3 p.m. -- All adults and teens in grade 6 & up invited to string up Gummi bears and worms to make a mobile for their window. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Family & Kids' Stuff http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46018 Aug. 10, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46838 Aug. 10, 6 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun., & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45740 Aug. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. -- Every Tues. All knitters invited to work on their current projects and swap knitting tips. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46208 Aug. 10, 7-10:30 p.m. -- Every Tues. All women invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local 40-member barbershop harmony chorus. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Music: Classical, Religious, & Cabaret http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event44278 Aug. 10, 7-9 p.m. -- All age 21 & over invited to discuss The Graveyard Book, Neil Gaiman's children's fantasy, a la The Jungle Book, about an orphan boy who is raised by the occupants of a graveyard. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46870 Aug. 10, 7-9 p.m. -- Every Tues. All local writers invited to bring samples of their writing to read and discuss. Observers welcome. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46229 Aug. 10, 7:30 p.m. -- Every Tues. All male singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local barbershop harmony chorus. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Music: Classical, Religious, & Cabaret http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45110 Aug. 10, 7:30 p.m. -- All invited to discuss Halfway to Heaven: My White-Knuckled--and Knuckleheaded--Quest for the Rocky Mountain High, Mark Obmascik's witty account of his attempt to climb all 54 of Colorado's 14,000-ft. mountains in one year. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45406 Aug. 10, 7:30 p.m. -- Talk by a rose gardener TBA. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45753 Aug. 10, 8-10 p.m. -- Every Tues. All German speakers invited for conversation. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event43309 Aug. 10, 10 p.m. -- Every Tues. All invited to try a wide-ranging trivia quiz for such prizes as T-shirts, hats, and gift certificates. Bonus points awarded for "stupid human tricks" like drinking beer upside down, dancing to Michael Jackson songs, or inserting an entire fist into your mouth. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46491 Aug. 11, 12:45-4:15 p.m. -- Every Wed. & Thurs. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Bring a partner. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46457 Aug. 11, 12:45-4 p.m. -- Every Tues. & Wed. All seniors age 50 & over invited to play bridge. No partner required. Also, Tues. at 10 a.m., Scrabble. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event47236 Aug. 11, 1-4 p.m. -- Every Wed. All seniors invited to play chess. Refreshments. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45767 Aug. 11, 5-8 p.m. -- Every Wed. All invited to play this popular word game. Bring a set, if you have one. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46019 Aug. 11, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. -- Daily. Texas Hold 'Em and blackjack for players of all levels. Also, Hold 'Em tournaments at 7 p.m. Wed., Fri., & Sat. Free dinner, 5-6 p.m., and other nightly specials. Net proceeds donated to a different charity each week. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event46843 Aug. 11, 6 p.m. -- Every Sun. & Tues.-Fri. All invited to compete in tournaments of this popular collectible card game using standard constructed (Sun., & Thurs.), Elder Dragon Highlander (Tues.), Legacy (Wed.), and booster draft (Fri.) decks. Prizes. Bring your own cards Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45780 Aug. 11, 7-11 p.m. -- Every Wed. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. If you plan to come without a partner, call in advance or arrive 20 minutes early. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event47050 Aug. 11, 7:30 p.m. -- Motte & Bailey owner Gene Alloway leads a discussion of Down the Great Unknown, Edward Dolnick's history of John Wesley Powell's 1869 exploration of the Grand Canyon. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies Lectures, Readings, Discussions, & Forums http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event47051 Aug. 11, 7:30 p.m. -- All lesbians invited to bring their favorite high-tech device and show how it works. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies http://arborweb.com/calendar/clubs__social_groups__games____hobbies_100809.html#event45793 Aug. 11, 9-11:30 p.m. -- Every Wed. Conor O'Neill's staff member Brian Aherne hosts a music trivia quiz. Prizes. Clubs, Social Groups, Games, & Hobbies