City Guide
Social Groups
Ann Arbor City Club
1830 Washtenaw [map]662-3279
Dining, business networking, lectures, aerobics, art classes, trips, bridge, event opportunities, and more. info@annarborcityclub.org, annarborcityclub.org
Ann Arbor Ski Club
P.O. Box 3258, AA 48106Year-round sports and social club; nonskiers welcome. Activities include parties, dancing, social outings, and athletic activities such as volleyball, tennis, softball, biking, and canoeing. Sponsors variety of trips including downhill and cross-country skiing, canoeing, biking, and golfing. Meets Sept.-Apr., bimonthly, Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard. Must be 21 & over to join. Dues $40, couples $70. pc.paulacondon@gmail.com, a2skiclub.org
Ann Arbor Walks
Promotes healthy living through walks, hikes, and other outdoor activities. Membership $1 per meeting. meetup.com/ann-arbor-walks
Bryant Women's Group
Bryant Community Center, 3 W. Eden [map]477-0292
Social meetings for women. Bingo, card games, computer classes, and other activities. Meets Tue. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. bryantdirector@gmail.com
Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere (COLAGE)
P.O. Box 2113, AA 48106For children in grade 3 through high school with LGBT parents. Occasional activities for various age groups. colageannarbor@umich.edu, colage.org
Chinese American Society of Ann Arbor (CASAA)
332-0390
Promotes cultural exchange; cultural and language referral services. Sponsors Chinese New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, Moon Festival, and an annual picnic for Ann Arbor Area Families with Children from China. Dues $5, families $10. Contact Susan Kung 734.646.7800. facebook.com/pages/chinese-american-society-of-ann-arbor/89542663100
First Couples
Carole Pawloski, 663-7379
Discussion on religious and current topics in an eumenical environment. Monthly social events. Open to all. Meets Sept.-May, Sun. 9:30-10:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1432 Washtenaw. cpawloski@emich.edu, firstpresbyterian.org
German Park Recreational Club
5549 Pontiac Tr. [map]769-0048
Operates the 20-acre, members-only German Park. Prospective members must participate in work sessions. Public events last Sat. in June, July, Aug.
International Neighbors
Martha Bhatia, 973-2728
For all women living in the Ann Arbor area. Americans interested in other cultures host group meetings for women with English as a second language. Beginning and intermediate English conversation, tea, discussion groups, and special interest groups such as hiking and quilting. Monthly International Day programs. Fall reception Sept. 15, 2011, 1-3 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church social hall, 1500 Scio Church. English not necessary to participate. international-neighbors.org
Jewish Community Center
2935 Birch Hollow [map]971-0990
Programs for families, children, adults, and seniors; classes in enrichment, culture, and fitness (including Israeli dancing); and Jewish holiday celebrations. Fees vary. Three lounges, kitchen, and gym available to rent. jcc@jccfed.org, jccannarbor.org S
Newcomers Coterie Club of Ann Arbor
Beth DeMerritt, fuzzy_sergeant@yahoo.com
Open to women of all ages. Card groups, book and dinner clubs, luncheons, local excursions. Meets Sept.-May, first Tues. 11:30 a.m., Weber’s Inn, 3050 Jackson. Dues $25 freewebs.com/newcomersclubofannarbor
Society of Les Voyageurs
411 Longshore [map]662-1553
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 and activities Sept.-Apr., Sun. 6 p.m. Guests welcome; call ahead.
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Southeast Michigan Naturists
P.O. Box 8127, AA 48107475-3314
Promotes family-friendly social nudity. Clothing-optional activities include swim/volleyball socials at a fitness center, massage workshops, picnics, and trips to Turtle Lake Resort. Dues $30, couples $45. infonaturists@smnaturists.org, smnaturists.org
Temple Beth Emeth (Reform Judaism)
2309 Packard [map]665-4744
Groups open to the public. Twenties and Thirties Group: Monthly events for singles and couples ages 21-39, including those with young children; and Families with Young Children: Monthly and holiday programs for Jewish families with children age 5 & under. Older siblings, grandparents, and nonmembers welcome. Rabbi Lisa Delson, ldelson@templebethemeth.org, templebethemeth.org
U-M Association of Jewish Alumni
U-M Hillel, 1429 Hill769-0500
Special events and activities for Jewish alumni. Outreach programs for current Jewish students. umaja.org
Washtenaw Ski Touring Club
P.O. Box 1967, AA 48106Ed Steinman, 665-0248
Organizes cross-country ski trips and other outdoor and social activities. Meets early Nov.-mid-March every other Tues. 7 p.m., Kerrytown Concert House 415 N. Fourth. Membership $15; family $30. esteinma@umich.edu, hvcn.org/info/skiclub/home.htm
