Ann Arbor Area Families with Children from China

Support and information for families adopting children from China. Family activities such as picnics, bowling, play groups, and Chinese New Year celebration. Annual dues $25. rmarma2@yahoo.com, www.hvcn.org/info/fwcc

Ann Arbor City Club

Dining, lectures, aerobics, art classes, trips, bridge, and more. info@annarborcityclub.org, www.annarborcityclub.org

Ann Arbor Ski Club

Year-round club; nonskiers welcome. Lessons, social activities and parties, and athletic events, including dancing, volleyball, softball, biking, in-line skating, and golf. Sponsors ski trips in Michigan and the western U.S. for cross-country and downhill skiers age 21 & older. Meetings Sept.–Apr., Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard. luv2ski@polopoloscpa.com, www.a2skiclub.org

Ann Arbor Taiwanese Association

Celebrates four major festivals annually and takes family camping trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes followed by cherry picking in Traverse City. Midautumn festival is cosponsored with the U-M Taiwanese Student Association and welcomes all incoming college students. Annual dues $15, family $25. mtsa@umich.edu, www.aata.us

ArborParents

Parenting discussion email group for those with children in the Ann Arbor area. To join, send a blank message to arborparents-subscribe@yahoogroups.com. valeriemates@unixmama.com, www.unixmama.com/arborparents/faq.html

Bryant Adult Group

Informative, social, and educational workshops for local adults. Call for details.

Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere (COLAGE)

For children third grad thru high school with LGBT parents. Six-week fall and spring series, $10/child, meets at WRAP, 319 Braun. One-week summer day camp (co-sponsored with Affirmations and Wild Swan Theater). Occasional activities for various age groups. colageannarbor@umich.edu, www.colage.org

Chinese American Society of Ann Arbor (CASAA)

Promotes Chinese and American cultural exchange; provides cultural and language referral services. Sponsors activities, including Taste of China, charity fund raiser, Chinese New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, Moon Festival, and an annual picnic for Ann Arbor Area Families with Children from China. Contact Jia lin, DECoxPhoto@aol.com or after Jan. 1, 2009, Pete Richard, aapete@gmail.com

Dead Composers Society

Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra's Social group for music lovers meets on symphony nights for food and drinks at 6.p.m. at various locations. Sit together at the concerts in an exclusive section. Some events after the concert as well. www.a2so.com/dead_composers.shtml, glenn@a2so.com

First Couples

Ecumenical support, discussion, and social group for couples. Meets Sept.–May, Sun. 9:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1432 Washtenaw. No dues. cpawloski@emich.edu, www.firstpresbyterian.org

German Park Recreational Club

Operates the 20-acre members-only German Park. Prospective members must participate in work sessions. Public events June–Aug., last Sat. Admissions gate closes at 9 p.m.

Huron Valley Parents of Multiples

Social and support group for expectant and current parents of twins, triplets, and more. Members share information, experience, expertise, and humor unique to households with multiples. Sponsors social and support activities, including family events, biannual clothing and toy exchange, speakers, parent's night out, and a members-only Yahoo group. Annual dues $24 (includes monthly newsletter). membership@hvpom.org, www.hvpom.org

International Neighbors

Volunteer group for women of all nations living in Ann Arbor area. Free beginning and intermediate English conversation groups; tea groups, discussion groups, special interest groups. Monthly International Day programs. English not essential to participate. No membership fee. www.international-neighbors.org

Jewish Community Center

Sponsors programs for families, children of all ages, adults, and seniors; enrichment classes and cultural programs; fitness classes and Israeli dancing in its own gym; and community-wide Jewish holiday celebrations. Fees vary. Three lounges, kitchen, and gym available to rent for gatherings and parties. jcc@jccfed.org, www.jccannarbor.org S

Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor

Educational, cultural, philanthropic, and social programs, such as body-and-soul event for women, Shabbat in the Park, and Night of Hilarity and Charity). info@jewishannarbor.org, www.jewishannarbor.org

Korean American Society of Greater Ann Arbor

Meets at least four times a year. Helps Korean immigrants become familiar with Ann Arbor. Annual dues $20. cholyi@sbcglobal.net, www.aakorean.org

Lesbian Moms’ Network

Connects lesbian parents with other families in the area. Social, educational, and support groups. lmnmembership@yahoo.com, www.lmnetwork.org

MOMS Club of Ann Arbor

Support group for stay-at-home mothers. Activities include speakers, play groups, holiday parties, babysitting co-ops, MOMS Night Out. Service projects to benefit children in need. Children welcome at most functions. momscluba2@yahoo.com

Michigan Taiwanese American Organization

Serves as a bridge for cultural exchange and understanding with residents of Taiwan. Activities include seminars, music events, and community charity events. Hosts an annual Taiwanese Music Festival in May, with auditions in Feb. info@mitai.org, www.mitai.org

Mocha Moms, Inc.—Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Chapter

A support group for mothers of color. Meets monthly for playdates and social activities. Working and stay at home mothers and children of all ages welcome. annarbormochamoms@yahoo.com, www.annarbormochamomchapter.com

Mothering Arts Support Group

Informal group for new moms meets weekly on Mondays from 10-11:30 a.m. Discussion centers around a series of topics that rotate through eight weeks. Infants up to six months of age. For more information, www.center4cby.com.

Mothers & More

Offers support to mothers facing the challenges of multiple roles. Informative meetings, play groups, social activities, and leadership and service opportunities. Annual dues $45. Mother meetings first Tues. & third Thurs. 7–9 p.m. co-leader@mmwashtenaw.org, www.mmwashtenaw. org or www.mothersandmore.org

Newcomers Coterie Club of Ann Arbor

Open to women of all ages. Card groups, book club, dinner club, luncheons, local excursions. Meets Sept.–May, first Tues. 11:30 a.m., Weber’s Inn, 3050 Jackson. Annual dues $25.

Society of Les Voyageurs

Established in 1907, this organization (mostly U-M students, some others) sponsors environmental education and local and regional outdoor activities including canoeing, skiing, and hiking. Meets for dinner & activities Sept.–Apr., Sun. 6 p.m., 411 Longshore. Guests welcome; please call ahead. smandleb@umich.edu, www.umich.edu/~lvs

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Southeast Michigan Naturists

Promotes social nudity in a community atmosphere. Clothing-optional activities include swim/volleyball socials at a fitness center, massage and dance workshops, picnics, and trips to Turtle Lake Resort. Annual dues $28, couples $42. infonaturists@smnaturists.org, www.smnaturists.org

Temple Beth Emeth (Reform Judaism)

Several groups open to the public. Twenties and Thirties Group: Monthly events for singles and couples ages 21–39, including those with young children. Jessica Goldberg, jegoldbe@umich.edu or tht@templebethemeth.org. Families with Young Children: Monthly programs for Jewish families with children age 5 & under. Beginning Sept. 5., weekly Tot Shabbat service at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., and shira (Shabbat in song) at 6:45 p.m., plus holiday programs. Older siblings, grandparents, and nonmembers welcome. rsimon@templebethemeth.org. Twice Blessed: Social and educational opportunities focused on the experience of being Jewish and gay; open to all. Sarai Koster-Mockeridge, kmthegreat@aol.com, or Aaron Goldsmith, aaronjg@hotmail.com. Jewish Hikers of Michigan: Eli, 883–9522, or Eve, 546–9645. Monthly hikes. Singles, couples, and children are welcome. jewish.hikers@gmail.com, www.templebethemeth.org/tbe/jewish_hikers_of_michigan. www.templebethemeth.org

U-M Association of Jewish Alumni

Special events and activities for Jewish alumni. No dues. www.umaja.org