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This Week's Events

Fairs, Shows, and Sales
There's plenty of art and art fairs in Ann Arbor those other 361 days a year. A busy museum and gallery circuit provides many openings and shows to choose from. Each month you'll find antique shows, charity sales, and community festivals.

Highlights this week:

7th Annual Riverfolk Music and Arts Festival.

31st Annual Dixboro Fair: Dixboro United Methodist Church.

23rd Annual Exotic Bird Exhibition: Ann Arbor Cage Bird Club.

Monday
July, 2008

8 a.m.
Youth Show: Washtenaw County 4-H. July 27-August 1. Six days of animal competitions and auctions, plus crafts, exhibits, and contests. Today: horse & pony shows (8 a.m. & 6 p.m.), a cat show (2 p.m.), and sunflower contest judging (3:30 p.m.). Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 429-3145.

12:30 & 2:30 p.m.
"The Zula Patrol: Under the Weather"/"Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity": U-M Exhibit Museum Planetarium. Every Monday-Friday. The Zula Patrol (12:30 p.m.) is an animated audiovisual exploration of weather, both terrestrial and interplanetary. Black Holes (2:30 p.m.) is an animated audiovisual show that begins with the formation of the early universe and the birth and death of stars and concludes with a simulated flight to a supermassive black hole lurking at the center of the Milky Way. Followed by a brief star talk. U-M Exhibit Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. $4.75. 764-0478.

Tuesday
July, 2008

8 a.m.
Youth Show: Washtenaw County 4-H. July 27-August 1. Six days of animal competitions and auctions, plus crafts, exhibits, and contests. Today: a rooster crowing contest (8 a.m.), horse shows (8 a.m.), a llama show (10 a.m.), a poultry show (10 a.m.), a tree survival contest (3 p.m.), a creative veggie and fruit competition (4 p.m.), and a beef & dairy show (5 p.m.). Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 429-3145.

12:30 & 2:30 p.m.
"The Zula Patrol: Under the Weather"/"Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity": U-M Exhibit Museum Planetarium. Every Monday-Friday. The Zula Patrol (12:30 p.m.) is an animated audiovisual exploration of weather, both terrestrial and interplanetary. Black Holes (2:30 p.m.) is an animated audiovisual show that begins with the formation of the early universe and the birth and death of stars and concludes with a simulated flight to a supermassive black hole lurking at the center of the Milky Way. Followed by a brief star talk. U-M Exhibit Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. $4.75. 764-0478.

Wednesday
July, 2008

8 a.m.
Youth Show: Washtenaw County 4-H. July 27-August 1. Six days of animal competitions and auctions, plus crafts, exhibits, and contests. Today: horse shows (8 a.m. & 6 p.m.), a goat milk-out (8 a.m. & 8 p.m.), a swine show (8 a.m.), a bunny show (9 a.m.), a horse & pony show (9 a.m.), an international foods competition (noon), llama leaping (2 p.m.), and a sheep show (6 p.m.). Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 429-3145.

12:30 & 2:30 p.m.
"The Zula Patrol: Under the Weather"/"Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity": U-M Exhibit Museum Planetarium. Every Monday-Friday. The Zula Patrol (12:30 p.m.) is an animated audiovisual exploration of weather, both terrestrial and interplanetary. Black Holes (2:30 p.m.) is an animated audiovisual show that begins with the formation of the early universe and the birth and death of stars and concludes with a simulated flight to a supermassive black hole lurking at the center of the Milky Way. Followed by a brief star talk. U-M Exhibit Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. $4.75. 764-0478.

Thursday
July, 2008

8 a.m.
Youth Show: Washtenaw County 4-H. July 27-August 1. Six days of animal competitions and auctions, plus crafts, exhibits, and contests. Today: horse & pony shows (8 a.m. & 6 p.m.), a goat show (9 a.m.), a dairy show (9 a.m.), a horse show (10 a.m.), and auctions of small animals (6 p.m.) and livestock (6:30 p.m.). Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 429-3145.

12:30 & 2:30 p.m.
"The Zula Patrol: Under the Weather"/"Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity": U-M Exhibit Museum Planetarium. Every Monday-Friday. The Zula Patrol (12:30 p.m.) is an animated audiovisual exploration of weather, both terrestrial and interplanetary. Black Holes (2:30 p.m.) is an animated audiovisual show that begins with the formation of the early universe and the birth and death of stars and concludes with a simulated flight to a supermassive black hole lurking at the center of the Milky Way. Followed by a brief star talk. U-M Exhibit Museum, 1109 Geddes at North University. $4.75. 764-0478.

6-9 p.m.
"Depot Town Cruise Night": Tucker's Cafe/Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Collection. Every Thursday, June 5 through September 18. Dancing in the street to 50s music played by DJ Danny Wilson. Also, displays of several dozen classic, antique, and restored automobiles by various area car clubs and individuals. Raffle. Cross St., Depot Town, Ypsilanti. Free. 482-5200.

Friday
August, 2008

8 a.m.
Youth Show: Washtenaw County 4-H. July 27-August 1. Six days of animal competitions and auctions, plus crafts, exhibits, and contests. For a complete schedule, see washtenawfarmcouncil.org/Washtenaw_county_4.htm. Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. Free. 429-3145.

7-10 p.m.
Crossroads Summer Festival. Every Friday, June 6-September 12. Weekly outdoor stage in downtown Ypsilanti with a variety of dance bands. (In case of rain, held in Club Devine, 25 North Washington.) Weekly schedules available at ypsicrossroads.org. Washington St. at Michigan Ave. Free. 717-7305.

8-11 p.m.
Lughnasadh Festival: Shining Lakes Grove. August 1-3. All invited to join local pagans for a festival honoring the Celtic sun god Lugh. Activities include presentations, crafts, workshops, rituals, and more. Participants may camp at the site. Botsford Recreational Preserve, 3015 Miller Rd. Free. 262-1052.

Saturday
August, 2008

10 a.m.-midnight.
7th Annual Riverfolk Music and Arts Festival. This traditional-music festival begins at 10 a.m. with an "Old Time Fiddle Contest" for 3 age divisions (12 & under, 13-17, and 18 & over), with finals at 2 p.m. Performers include San Francisco pop-rock singer-songwriter Vienna Teng (8 p.m.) and Corey Ledet & His Zydeco Band (4 & 10:45 p.m.), a Louisiana zydeco dance band. Also, folk duo Gemini (12:30 & 4 p.m.), acoustic country quartet Bill Bynum & Company (1:30 p.m.), pop-folk singer-songwriter Billy King (3 p.m.), the local Cuban jazz ensemble Tumbao Bravo (1 & 4:15 p.m.), veteran Detroit folk-style singer-songwriter Jan Krist (6 p.m.), the Manchester newgrass, western swing, and old-time jug-band The Raisin Pickers (7 p.m.), and the New York-based Celtic rock and bagpipe band MacTalla Mor (3 & 9:30 p.m.). Also, an art fair with many local artists, puppet shows by the traveling theater troupe Catskill Puppet Theater (2:30, 5:30, & 9 p.m.), a boisterous kids' parade (5 p.m.), and a large "Healthy Kids" tent, featuring crafts, music, and Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum activities. Carr Park (W. Main St. west of M-52), Manchester. Tickets $10 in advance at riverfolkfestival.org & $12 at the door (kids 12 & under, free). 428-7716.

10 a.m.-6 p.m.
31st Annual Dixboro Fair: Dixboro United Methodist Church. This community fair features the popular barnyard petting zoo, a silent auction, tours of the Dixboro UMC, old-fashioned games, kids games, homemade cakes and pies, live music, and more. Also, the annual "Artisans on the Green," a juried arts and crafts show of award-winning Michigan artisans, with paintings, jewelry, woodworking, dolls, ceramics, baskets, clothing, garden art, quilting, glass, textiles, florals, and much more. Entertainment includes animal magic by Colors the Clown (10-11 a.m.), bluegrass by the Traver Creek Ramblers (10 a.m.), barbershop music by the Cherry Hill Quartet (11 a.m.), kids music by Mr. G (noon), Christian rock by New Creatures (1 p.m.) and All for Him (2 p.m.), gospel by the Cass Community Church choir (3 p.m.), and Christian rock by Dixboro UMC's Joyful Noise praise band (4 p.m.). Dixboro Village Green, Plymouth Rd. at Cherry Hill Rd. (2 miles east of US-23). Free admission. 665-5632.

1-11 p.m.
Lughnasadh Festival: Shining Lakes Grove. August 1-3. All invited to join local pagans for a festival honoring the Celtic sun god Lugh. Activities include presentations, crafts, workshops, rituals, and more. Participants may camp at the site. Botsford Recreational Preserve, 3015 Miller Rd. Free. 262-1052.

Sunday
August, 2008

10 a.m.-4 p.m.
23rd Annual Exotic Bird Exhibition: Ann Arbor Cage Bird Club. Display of live exotic birds from around the world, with sales of birds and bird-related items. Veterinarians and other experts are on hand to answer questions. Also, Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital veterinarian Steve Marsh discusses "The Northern European Eagle Owl." Informational displays by representatives from various national avian organizations. Raffles. Weber's Inn, 3050 Jackson Rd. Admission $3 (children under age 12, free). 662-4582.

11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday Artisan Market. Every Sunday. Show and sale of fine crafts, jewelry, soaps, furniture, fiber arts, and gift items. Also, live music TBA. Farmers' Market. Free admission. 665-2009.

Noon-3 p.m.
"Herb Fest": Herb Study Group. This herb festival is highlighted by a talk by Renaissance Acres Organic Herb Farm owner Peter Stark. Also, a tour of the U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens herb garden, an herb sale, and educational displays. Herbal refreshments. U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Admission $10 (Matthaei members, $8). 647-7600.

1-6 p.m.
Lughnasadh Festival: Shining Lakes Grove. August 1-3. All invited to join local pagans for a festival honoring the Celtic sun god Lugh. Activities include presentations, crafts, workshops, rituals, and more. Participants may camp at the site. Botsford Recreational Preserve, 3015 Miller Rd. Free. 262-1052.

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