Jas Obrecht at Literati. Courtesy of Literati
Compiled by Lilly Kujawski
Editor
ARTS & CULTURE
Valentine’s Day Poetry Reading
Spread the love for spoken word this Valentine’s Day! The B-Side at the Neutral Zone is hosting a poetry reading featuring Brittany and Justin Rogers, plus performances from teen poets.
The Neutral Zone | 310 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor
Feb. 14, 7-9 p.m.
Voices of the Diaspora
Join the Mega Melanin collective for an artistic celebration of black history and the way unique cultures, stories, struggles and experiences become intertwined. The event will include performances, music, poetry, food and a keynote speech from activist and educator Vicki Shields.
Riverside Arts Center | 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti
Feb. 15, 8-11 p.m.
Jas Obrecht at Literati
Literati Bookstore will feature Jas Obrecht, award-winning music journalist, author and WCC English teacher. Obrecht will share his newest book, “Stone Free: Jimi Hendrix in London September 1966-June 1967”. This event is free and open to the public and will be held upstairs in the Literati coffee shop.
Literati Bookstore | 124 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor
Feb. 14, 7 p.m.
LOCAL
Back 2 Black
Celebrate the black roots of techno and house music at the second annual Black History Month party presented by the Michigan Electronic Music Collective. Lineup includes DJ Holographic, Khlonez and more. This event is for ages 18 and up. Cost is $5 and a portion of proceeds will be donated to the Detroit non-profit Homeless Homies..
Club Above | 215 N. Main St., Ann Arbor
Feb. 15, 10 p.m.
Black History Month Panel Discussion
Community members will discuss the historical and social impact of Black History Month, as part of the Ann Arbor District Library’s Black History Month event series. Panelists include Jamall Bufford, Heather Neff, Rochelle Riley and Jessica Thompson, event moderator. Free event.
Ann Arbor District Library (Main Branch) | 343 S. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor
Feb. 17, 3-4:30 p.m.
Bird Box Screening
The Netflix original film “Bird Box” became an instant internet meme, and now you can catch it on the big screen. Present will be Josh Malerman, author of the book the film originated from, who will conduct a Q and A and a book signing after the show. Admission starts at $10. Tickets can be purchased via tinyurl.com/birdboxtix.
Senate Theater | 6424 Michigan Ave., Detroit
Feb. 16, doors at 1 p.m.
CAMPUS
Washtenaw Voice Open House
Curious about the interworkings of a newsroom? Interested in contributing for The Voice? Come through for The Washtenaw Voice open house to find out more about the WCC student publication. Snacks and giveaways await your arrival!
Technical and Industrial, room 106
Feb. 18, 3-5 p.m.
Winter Welcome Day (rescheduled)
Welcome Day has been rescheduled after being canceled due to weather. Drop in and score some free goodies. Tables will be set up with representatives from the many departments, activities and clubs offered on campus. Make sure to a stop by and learn more.
Student Center
Feb. 20, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Mastering the Art of the Interview
Career Services is hosting a workshop to help students develop interviewing skills. Learn about the different types and styles of interviews, how to answer questions and how to prepare for an upcoming interview. You can reserve a spot on Career Connections via the “career fairs & workshops” page under “events”, but walk-ins are also welcome!
Gunder Myran, room 309
Feb. 20, 12-1 p.m.
