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/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event47105 Jul. 31, 7 a.m. -- Very slow-paced 22-mile ride to Dexter for breakfast. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event40793 Jul. 31, 8 a.m. -- Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30-80 miles) round-trip rides to the Dexter Bakery. A very popular ride. Also, after the bakery stop, a fast/moderate-paced swim extension ride (40 to 60 miles) continues to Silver Lake for a swim. July 10 is the popular annual AABTS "... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event44165 Jul. 31, 8:30 a.m. -- Athletes of all abilities invited to join a 5-km trail run/walk. Also, 1-mile kids trail run (8 a.m.), a free 200-meter dash (9:15 a.m.) for kids age 6 & under, sack races, and more. Awards to male and female overall and master's winners and awards 3 deep to age 14 & under, ages 15-19, and 1... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event41573 Jul. 31, 9-10 a.m. -- Moderately paced walks through the city. Dogs welcome. Local businesses provide small gifts for walkers, such as flowers, coupons, or cookies. PUPS also sponsors bike rides June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, & Sept. 13 (6:30 p.m., meet at Saline City Hall, 100 N. Harris). Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event42653 Jul. 31, 9 a.m.-noon -- July 10, 17, & 31. All invited to help city staff maintain the natural areas in various city parks. Also, staffers lead a short nature walk at the end of each workday. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. July 10: Cedar Bend Nature Area (meet at entrance o... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event47302 Jul. 31, 9 a.m. -- Leaders: Roger Kuhlman, John Swales, Roger Wykes Our three leaders have a terrific knack for finding a variety of butterflies, and you will be in for a treat if you are able to attend this event, which will take place at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Meet at 9:00 a.m. in front of the gift shop. The le... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event45859 Jul. 31, Noon -- Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark's 24-hole courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Discs can be borrowed at park office. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event44168 Jul. 31, 2-4 p.m. -- WCPARC naturalist Faye Stoner leads a hike to look for summer wildflowers, identify trees and vines, and more. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event44801 Jul. 31, 2-5 p.m. -- Map and "Read a River" by characterizing the stream bed, the banks and other indicators of stream health. People will form into teams to map a site on a date in August selected by you and your teammates. You will not get wet at the training but when you map your site you will walk IN the stream and ... Family & Kids' Stuff Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event42682 Jul. 31, 7-8 p.m. -- Every Sat. A variety of water activities for kids ages 6-12. Includes water-balloon contests, water baseball, raft races, a hula-hoop relay, and more. Family & Kids' Stuff Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event40660 Jul. 31, 7:15-9 p.m. -- Ice skating under laser lighting to requested songs played by a DJ. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event44171 Jul. 31, 8-11 p.m. -- Balkan and Israeli dancing to recorded music. The program begins with a lesson. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event46325 Aug. 1, 8:30 a.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to join informal runs of 5-7 miles along various scenic routes. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event43836 Aug. 1, 9 a.m. -- 5-km run and 2-mile walk in Gallup Park. Also, a 100-yard kids dash and a free 50-yard "Jason's run/walk" for people with cerebral palsy. Awards to top 3 male and female overall winners and to winners in various 5-year age divisions. Participants in the Jason's run/walk receive ceramic plaques. Post... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event45468 Aug. 1, 9 a.m. -- Every Sun. Aug. 1: "Brooklyn via Wamplers Lake Swim Ride," fast- and moderate-paced 80-mile rides to Wamplers Lake for a swim and to Brooklyn for lunch. Aug. 8: "West Meets East Ride," a fast-paced 88-mile ride to Dearborn. Aug. 15: "Chelsea Breakfast Ride," a slow-paced 40-mile ride along Jacks... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event45145 Aug. 1, 11 a.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to a very relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event41855 Aug. 1, 2-4 p.m. -- Aug. 1 & 29. Aug. 1: "Plants and Animals of a Summer Meadow" (Leonard Preserve, meet at the dead end of Union St. north off Main west of M-52, Manchester). To look at grasses, wildflowers, butterflies, grasshoppers, and more. Aug. 29: "Boardwalk to Boardwalk Botany Hike" (Park Lyndon North, Nort... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100726.html#event46346 Aug. 1, Evening time TBA. -- Every Sun. (tentatively). All women invited "celebrate the special connection between women and the drum." Bring your own drum. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_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/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46624 Aug. 2, 9 a.m. -- Every Mon. & Thurs. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 35–45 or 55–65 miles (Mon.) and 22-55 miles (Thurs.), to various weekly destinations, including Stockbridge, Grass Lake, Napoleon, Pleasant Lake, Dexter, or Waterloo Recreation Area. Also, on Thurs. only, a slow-paced family ride, 15-25 miles. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46543 Aug. 2, 9 a.m. -- Every Mon. Slow-paced ride, 12-35 miles, along dirt and gravel roads to Independence Lake and other low traffic destinations. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event47414 Aug. 2, 9 a.m. -- The Polo Fields Foundation of Michigan is excited to host its annual gala and golf outing "Charity Begins at Home" on Monday, August 2, 2010 to be held at The Polo Fields-Ann Arbor. This event features an entire day of events: a day of golf, lunch, a lot of fun, a fabulous dinner, silent and an exci... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46560 Aug. 2, 6 p.m. -- Every Mon. Fast-, moderate-, and slow-paced training rides, 18-24 miles, along country roads west of town. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45338 Aug. 2, 6 p.m. -- Every Mon. Cyclists invited to join club members on this moderate-paced ride, 15-20 miles, down Huron River Drive to Dexter and back. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46506 Aug. 2, 7 p.m. -- Every Mon. Slow-paced "no-drop" ride, 12-18 miles, to Dexter, with a possible stop for ice cream. A good rise for beginners. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event43201 Aug. 2, 7 p.m.-dark -- Every Mon., May 10-Sept. 27. All adults age 21 & older invited to join a volleyball game. All skill levels welcome. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event43214 Aug. 2, 7:30-9:30 p.m. -- Every Mon. Instruction in a wide range of traditional and contemporary Scottish dances, followed by social dancing. Soft-sole shoes recommended. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46580 Aug. 3, 6 p.m. -- Every Tues. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 18-40 miles, to Dexter and back. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46597 Aug. 3, 6 p.m. -- Every Tues. Fast/moderate-paced ride, 25-30 miles, to the west or north. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event41563 Aug. 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. -- Saline dance instructor Mary Jane Ormsby leads dancing to recorded oldies, Latin, and country music. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45370 Aug. 3, 7-9:30 p.m. -- Aug. 3, 10, 17, & 24. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught. No partner or experience needed. Bring flat, nonslip shoes (running shoes OK). First-timers are asked to arrive at 7 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46978 Aug. 4, 6 p.m. -- Every Wed. (except May 19). Slow/moderate-paced ride, 30 miles or more, south to Milan and then west to the area around Britton-Macon. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46956 Aug. 4, 6 p.m. -- Every Wed. Moderate/fast-paced 25-mile and slow-paced, 13-18 miles, rides to the Dexter Dairy Queen and back. Now in its 33rd year, this ride is a favorite with newcomers and casual riders. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event44297 Aug. 4, 9:30-11 p.m. -- Every Wed. Swing dancing to prerecorded music. No partner needed. Bring casual or nicer shoes that stay on your feet when you're active. Preceded by intermediate swing (7:30 p.m.) and beginning swing (8:30 p.m.) lessons. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event47032 Aug. 5, 9 a.m. -- Every Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 25–50 miles, along the less traveled roads of scenic Jackson County. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46625 Aug. 5, 6 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Thurs. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 35–45 or 55–65 miles (Mon.) and 22-55 miles (Thurs.), to various weekly destinations, including Stockbridge, Grass Lake, Napoleon, Pleasant Lake, Dexter, or Waterloo Recreation Area. Also, on Thurs. only, a slow-paced family ride, 15-25 miles. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event47013 Aug. 5, 6:30 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Fast/moderate-paced 25-mile and slow-paced 15-mile rides around northeast Ann Arbor that include some good chances to improve your climbing skills. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45263 Aug. 5, 7 p.m. -- Slow-paced 15-mile ride on mountain or wide-tired road bikes over the lightly traveled, hard dirt roads behind Domino's Farms. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45366 Aug. 5, 7-10 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Dancing to live music. No partner needed; beginners welcome. Bring soft-sole shoes. First-timers are asked to arrive at 7 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46373 Aug. 5, 7:30-10 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Dance instructor Cheryl Felt and DJ Amnon Steiner lead a variety of Israeli dancing to recorded music. Easy dances and oldies the first hour, followed by intermediate dances and requests. Beginners welcome. New dances taught each week. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event47068 Aug. 6, 9 a.m. -- Every Fri. Slow-paced 20-mile ride to Gloria's restaurant or the Coney Island in Whitmore Lake. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45798 Aug. 6, 7-9 p.m. -- All invited to join in song, chant, and circle dances in joyous affirmation of the unity of the world's spiritual traditions. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event44301 Aug. 6, 9 p.m.-midnight -- Every Fri. Lindy hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, blues, and Balboa dancing to a DJ. No partner needed. Bring hard-sole shoes. Preceded at 8 p.m. by beginning lessons. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45124 Aug. 6, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. -- All singles invited for an evening of dancing and socializing. Recorded 70s to contemporary dance music played by a DJ. Cash bar. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45125 Aug. 6, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. -- All singles invited for an evening of dancing and socializing. Recorded 70s to contemporary dance music played by a DJ. Cash bar. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event47106 Aug. 7, 7 a.m. -- Very slow-paced 22-mile ride to Dexter for breakfast. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event42186 Aug. 7, 7:30 a.m. -- July 10, 17, 18, & 25, and Aug. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, & 22.Programs presented by Hudson Mills naturalist Jennifer Hollenbeck. July 10 & Aug. 7 (7:30 a.m.): "Bird Hike." Bring binoculars and a field guide. July 17 (11 a.m.): "Kids Bug Hunt." All toddlers invited to look for and learn about so... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45297 Aug. 7, 8 a.m. -- Every Sat. Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30-80 miles) round-trip rides to the Dexter Bakery. A very popular ride. Also, after the bakery stop, a fast/moderate-paced swim extension ride (40 to 60 miles) continues to Silver Lake for a swim. Note: Riders should be ... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event39142 Aug. 7, 8:30 a.m. -- Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event44824 Aug. 7, 9 a.m.-noon -- Aug. 7, 21, & 28. All invited to help city staff maintain the natural areas in various city parks. Also, staffers lead a short nature walk at the end of each workday. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. Aug. 7: Dolph Nature Area (9 a.m.-noon, parking lot... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46057 Aug. 7, 10 a.m. and 1 & 3 p.m. -- July 10 & Aug. 7. Michigan architectural history enthusiast Jacob Jabkiewicz leads a walking tour of 60-75 minutes that is highlighted by Burton Memorial Tower, U-M Hatcher Graduate Library, and the Michigan and State theaters. Gallery & Museum Exhibits & Tours Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46913 Aug. 7, 10 a.m. -- A guided hike through the newly blazed trail that runs through wheat fields and an oak-hickory forest and loops around a button-bush swamp. Refreshments. Also, on Aug. 25, a Johnson Preserve workday to help remove invasive shrubs (9 a.m.-noon). Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45860 Aug. 7, Noon -- Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark's 24-hole courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Discs can be borrowed at park office. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event44323 Aug. 7, 7:30-10 p.m. -- School of Yoga director Laurie Blakeney leads a yoga session for all levels. Followed by a screening of film festival shorts. Snacks. Films Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event41801 Aug. 7, 8 p.m. -- Live music. All dances taught; no partner needed. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45331 Aug. 7, 8 p.m.-midnight -- Aug. 7 & 21. Tango dancing to music spun by a DJ. Note: People not affiliated with the U-M must arrive before 9 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_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/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event44292 Aug. 7, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. -- Aug. 7 & 21. High-energy dance party with salsa, merengue, bachata, and cha-cha dancing to recorded music spun by a DJ. No partner necessary. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46326 Aug. 8, 8:30 a.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to join informal runs of 5-7 miles along various scenic routes. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45469 Aug. 8, 9 a.m. -- Every Sun. Aug. 1: "Brooklyn via Wamplers Lake Swim Ride," fast- and moderate-paced 80-mile rides to Wamplers Lake for a swim and to Brooklyn for lunch. Aug. 8: "West Meets East Ride," a fast-paced 88-mile ride to Dearborn. Aug. 15: "Chelsea Breakfast Ride," a slow-paced 40-mile ride along Jacks... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event45146 Aug. 8, 11 a.m. -- Every Sun. All invited to a very relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46937 Aug. 8, 2-4 p.m. -- All invited to sing rounds and other songs while weeding the farm's crops. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event46347 Aug. 8, Evening time TBA. -- Every Sun. (tentatively). All women invited "celebrate the special connection between women and the drum." Bring your own drum. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_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/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100802.html#event44240 Aug. 8, 8-10 p.m. -- Every Sun. except Aug. 1. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including fox-trots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 7 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46626 Aug. 9, 9 a.m. -- Every Mon. & Thurs. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 35–45 or 55–65 miles (Mon.) and 22-55 miles (Thurs.), to various weekly destinations, including Stockbridge, Grass Lake, Napoleon, Pleasant Lake, Dexter, or Waterloo Recreation Area. Also, on Thurs. only, a slow-paced family ride, 15-25 miles. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46544 Aug. 9, 9 a.m. -- Every Mon. Slow-paced ride, 12-35 miles, along dirt and gravel roads to Independence Lake and other low traffic destinations. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46561 Aug. 9, 6 p.m. -- Every Mon. Fast-, moderate-, and slow-paced training rides, 18-24 miles, along country roads west of town. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event45342 Aug. 9, 6 p.m. -- Every Mon. Cyclists invited to join club members on this moderate-paced ride, 15-20 miles, down Huron River Drive to Dexter and back. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46507 Aug. 9, 7 p.m. -- Every Mon. Slow-paced "no-drop" ride, 12-18 miles, to Dexter, with a possible stop for ice cream. A good rise for beginners. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event43202 Aug. 9, 7 p.m.-dark -- Every Mon., May 10-Sept. 27. All adults age 21 & older invited to join a volleyball game. All skill levels welcome. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event43215 Aug. 9, 7:30-9:30 p.m. -- Every Mon. Instruction in a wide range of traditional and contemporary Scottish dances, followed by social dancing. Soft-sole shoes recommended. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_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/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46581 Aug. 10, 6 p.m. -- Every Tues. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 18-40 miles, to Dexter and back. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46598 Aug. 10, 6 p.m. -- Every Tues. Fast/moderate-paced ride, 25-30 miles, to the west or north. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event45371 Aug. 10, 7-9:30 p.m. -- Aug. 3, 10, 17, & 24. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught. No partner or experience needed. Bring flat, nonslip shoes (running shoes OK). First-timers are asked to arrive at 7 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46979 Aug. 11, 6 p.m. -- Every Wed. (except May 19). Slow/moderate-paced ride, 30 miles or more, south to Milan and then west to the area around Britton-Macon. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46957 Aug. 11, 6 p.m. -- Every Wed. Moderate/fast-paced 25-mile and slow-paced, 13-18 miles, rides to the Dexter Dairy Queen and back. Now in its 33rd year, this ride is a favorite with newcomers and casual riders. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event45093 Aug. 11, 6:45-8:30 p.m. -- Marta Manildi leads a tour of the garden she built on a floodplain near the Huron River. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event44298 Aug. 11, 9:30-11 p.m. -- Every Wed. Swing dancing to prerecorded music. No partner needed. Bring casual or nicer shoes that stay on your feet when you're active. Preceded by intermediate swing (7:30 p.m.) and beginning swing (8:30 p.m.) lessons. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event47033 Aug. 12, 9 a.m. -- Every Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 25–50 miles, along the less traveled roads of scenic Jackson County. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46627 Aug. 12, 6 p.m. -- Every Mon. & Thurs. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 35–45 or 55–65 miles (Mon.) and 22-55 miles (Thurs.), to various weekly destinations, including Stockbridge, Grass Lake, Napoleon, Pleasant Lake, Dexter, or Waterloo Recreation Area. Also, on Thurs. only, a slow-paced family ride, 15-25 miles. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event47014 Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Fast/moderate-paced 25-mile and slow-paced 15-mile rides around northeast Ann Arbor that include some good chances to improve your climbing skills. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event45264 Aug. 12, 7 p.m. -- Slow-paced 15-mile ride on mountain or wide-tired road bikes over the lightly traveled, hard dirt roads behind Domino's Farms. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event44347 Aug. 12, 7 p.m. -- July 15, 22, & 29 and Aug. 12 & 19. All runners invited to race on the Concordia University campus. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event45367 Aug. 12, 7-10 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Dancing to live music. No partner needed; beginners welcome. Bring soft-sole shoes. First-timers are asked to arrive at 7 p.m. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event46374 Aug. 12, 7:30-10 p.m. -- Every Thurs. Dance instructor Cheryl Felt and DJ Amnon Steiner lead a variety of Israeli dancing to recorded music. Easy dances and oldies the first hour, followed by intermediate dances and requests. Beginners welcome. New dances taught each week. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event41858 Aug. 12, 10 p.m. -- A WCPARC naturalist discusses meteors and other phenomena visible in the night sky. Tonight is considered the best night for seeing shooting stars. Camping available. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event47069 Aug. 13, 9 a.m. -- Every Fri. Slow-paced 20-mile ride to Gloria's restaurant or the Coney Island in Whitmore Lake. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event47074 Aug. 13, 6 p.m. -- Slow-paced ride in a figure-8 loop around the downtown. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event41473 Aug. 13, 8-9:30 p.m. -- June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23, and Aug. 13 & 27. Dancing to recorded music on a huge dance floor. The program begins with informal 30-minute lessons in quickstep (June 11), foxtrot (June 25), cha-cha (July 9), waltz (July 23), samba (Aug. 13), and nightclub two steps (Aug. 27). Refreshments Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event44302 Aug. 13, 9 p.m.-midnight -- Every Fri. Lindy hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, blues, and Balboa dancing to a DJ. No partner needed. Bring hard-sole shoes. Preceded at 8 p.m. by beginning lessons. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event47078 Aug. 13, 10 p.m.-midnight -- All invited to peer through the telescopes in the observatory and on the Angell Hall roof and to view shows in the planetarium. Also, short astronomy presentations by club members. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event47107 Aug. 14, 7 a.m. -- Very slow-paced 22-mile ride to Dexter for breakfast. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event45298 Aug. 14, 8 a.m. -- Every Sat. Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30-80 miles) round-trip rides to the Dexter Bakery. A very popular ride. Also, after the bakery stop, a fast/moderate-paced swim extension ride (40 to 60 miles) continues to Silver Lake for a swim. Note: Riders should be ... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event44985 Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-noon -- Aug. 14 & 21. All invited to help Matthaei staff members remove invasives. Dress for outdoor work. Snacks and tools provided, or bring your own. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event45861 Aug. 14, Noon -- Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark's 24-hole courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Discs can be borrowed at park office. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event42187 Aug. 14, 1 p.m. -- July 10, 17, 18, & 25, and Aug. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, & 22.Programs presented by Hudson Mills naturalist Jennifer Hollenbeck. July 10 & Aug. 7 (7:30 a.m.): "Bird Hike." Bring binoculars and a field guide. July 17 (11 a.m.): "Kids Bug Hunt." All toddlers invited to look for and learn about so... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event45403 Aug. 14, 6 p.m. -- Hundreds to thousands of kids a year in Michigan especially Southeast Michigan have to withdrawal from sports due to financial reasons. During these tough economic times comes an organization to help these children. S.M.I.L.E. Foundation (Soccer Moms Investing in Life and Education) will be holdin... Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation http://arborweb.com/calendar/sports__dancing__nature____recreation_100809.html#event40661 Aug. 14, 7:15-9 p.m. -- Ice skating under laser lighting to requested songs played by a DJ. Sports, Dancing, Nature, & Recreation