Calendar of Events

Recreational Activities

Monday November 2008

"Back Roads Ramble": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Mon. Slow-paced ride, 12-35 miles, along dirt and gravel roads to Independence Lake and other low-traffic destinations. meet at 960 Forest Rd. (off Country Club Dr.), Barton Hills. Free. 761-2885, 663-5060.

Tartan & Thistle Scottish Country Dancers.

Every Mon. Instruction for intermediate-level dancers in a wide range of traditional and contemporary Scottish dances, followed by social dancing. Soft-soled shoes recommended. Refreshments. the barn at Gretchen's House V, 2625 Traver Rd. (off Nixon Rd.). $5. 769-1052, 425-0241.

Tuesday November 2008

English Country Dancing: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance.

Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing. Today: callers Arlene Kindel and Don Theyken with music by Childgrove. All dances taught. No partner or experience needed. Dress comfortably and bring flat, nonslip shoes (running shoes OK). Chapel Hill Condominium clubhouse, 3350 Green Rd. $7 (students, $4; children age 13 & under, free). 665-7704.

Renaissance Dances: Bedlam.

Beginning to experienced dancers invited to try English country dances, 15th- and 16th-century Italian dances, bransles, pavanes, almans, and more. Instruction provided. Wear comfy clothes and shoes. Michigan League Koessler Room. Free. 971-1809.

Wednesday November 2008

Wednesdays @ Michigan Union: Swing Ann Arbor.

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. Michigan Union Pendleton Room (occasionally Ballroom or U-Club). $5 (includes lessons). 945-8428.

Thursday November 2008

"Thanksgiving Democratic Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

The assembled riders determine the ride's pace and destination. All invited. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 904-6431.

Friday November 2008

"Turkey Burnoff Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

The assembled riders determine their own pace, distance, and destination. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 904-6431.

"Huron River Bike Trail Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Fri. Slow-paced ride, 13 miles or more, along the Huron River from Bandemer Park to Parker Mill, along with some alternate routes. meet at Gallup Park Canoe Livery, 3000 Fuller Rd. (west side of Huron Pkwy.). Free. 663-4498.

"Luau Skate": Ann Arbor Parks Department.

All invited to skate to Hawaiian music. Prizes for best Hawaiian costume. Veterans Ice Arena, 2150 Jackson Rd. $5 (youths age 17 & under & seniors age 60 & over, $4). Skate rentals available ($3). 761-7240.

Friday Night Swing: Ann Arbor Swing Dance Association.

Every Fri. Swing dancing to prerecorded music. No partner needed. Bring hard-soled shoes. Preceded at 8 p.m. by beginning lessons. Dakota Bldg., 1785 W. Stadium. $5 (includes lessons; students, $3). 972-9141, 417-9857.

Saturday November 2008

"Sunrise Saturday Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Sat. Very slow-paced 22-mile ride to Dexter for breakfast. Begins at sunrise. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 665-6327, 913-9851.

"Dexter Breakfast Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Sat. Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30 to 80 miles) round-trip rides to the Dexter Bakery. A very popular ride. Also, a slow-paced 8-mile prebreakfast ride to Zingerman's for coffee & conversation leaves 842 Greenhills Drive at 9 a.m., with a noon return. Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone or change for a phone call, and snacks. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St., or at Barton Park, Huron River Dr. Free. For information, call 996-4985 (Nov. 1 ride), 662-0205 (Nov. 8), 971-3610 (Nov. 15 & 22), 663-5060 (Nov. 29), & 775-1156 (prebreakfast ride).

Draw Doubles: Local 101 Disc Golf Club.

Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark's 24-hole disc golf courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Golf discs available free from the Hudson Mills Metropark office. Hudson Mills Metropark Activity Center, 8801 North Territorial Rd. (between Dexter-Pinckney Rd. & Huron River Dr.), Dexter. $5 per player; free for spectators. $4 vehicle entrance fee. 449-4300.

Ultimate Frisbee: Ann Arbor Ultimate.

Every Sat. (tentatively). All invited to join a pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. The club also sponsors pickup games Wednesdays (Fuller Field, 6 p.m.) and Sundays (Mitchell Field, 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.). Note: Overly aggressive players are politely asked to leave. Fuller Field. Free. info@a2ultimate.org

5th Saturday Thanksgiving Dance.

Don Theyken calls English dances (7-8:30 p.m.) and contras (8:30-11 p.m.) to music by Dr. Grangelove. No partner needed; beginners welcome. Wear cool, casual clothes and comfy, flat, smooth-soled shoes. Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. ( 1/2 mile south of I-94). $12. 484-9964.

Sunday November 2008

"A2Sunday Runners": Two Dogs Running.

Every Sun. All invited to join informal runs of 5-7 miles along various scenic routes. meet at Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, Kerrytown. Free. 657-0214.

"Last Sunday Brunch Ride of 2008": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

22-, 29-, 40-, 60-, and 70-mile rides, at various speeds, to the Lighthouse Cafe in Dexter for breakfast. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 996-4985.

Ultimate Frisbee: H.A.C. Ultimate.

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. Mitchell Field. Free. 846-9418.

"Turkey Trek": Of Global Interest.

Local adventure tour guide Heather O'Neal leads a 5-mile hike from the Old West Side neighborhood to the Huron River and back, with a potluck dinner at picnic tables along the way. Bring a dish to share (or Thanksgiving leftovers), your own beverages, and water. Table service provided. meet at 120 Eighth St. Free. 369-3107.

U-M Ballroom Dancers.

Nov. 2, 9, & 30. 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. Michigan Union Pendleton Room. $3. 763-6984.

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