Illustration by Ian D. Loomis
by DOINA PLOP
Staff Writer
Even in a time of global pandemics and social distancing, it is still possible to have fun! Check out these virtual and in-person events over the next two weeks:
At WCC
Liberal Arts Week
From Oct. 25 until Oct. 29, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Zoom (online event)
From the website: “October is National Arts and Humanities Month! Celebrate with WCC through interactive virtual and in-person workshops, showcasing how liberal arts classes empower personal and professional success, and sustain a fair and just society.”
Grief Support Group (Virtual)
Oct. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom (online event)
From the website: “This past year has been a year of loss and despair for many. If you find yourself struggling to process your own grief, please consider joining our open, virtual Grief Support Group, facilitated by WCC’s Licensed Professional Counselors, Jim Bauer and Kari Mapes.”
In the community
Reuse Road Rally
Oct. 24, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: SCRAP Creative Reuse (4567 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48108)
From the website: “A scavenger hunt on wheels where participants solve clues to lead them to destinations around Ann Arbor. Teams will compete against each other to win SCRAP gift cards, and prizes from local businesses. GRAND PRIZE: $100 in SCRAP dollars + local goodies.”
Downtown Saline Trunk or Treat
Oct. 27, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Downtown Saline
From the website: “Saline Main Street’s Halloween Premiere Event returns to Downtown Saline! There is nothing scary going on at this Halloween Party! Calling all groovy ghoulies to celebrate the season of harvest at this holiday favorite event. Dress up, have fun, and participate in a trunk or treat plus live music and entertainment!”
Candy Bar at Live: Queer Halloween Party
Oct. 28, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Location: LIVE Nightclub (102 S First St , Ann Arbor, MI 48104)
From the website: “Candy Bar, LIVE’s LGBTQ Thursday nights is back and everyone’s ready to get spooky! Join in for a night of drag performances, dancing, and Halloween fun. Ages 18+ only!”
YDDA Outdoor Movie Series – Casper
Oct. 28, at 7 p.m.
Location: Frog Island Park (699 Rice St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
From the website: The Ypsilanti DDA proudly presents the 2021 Outdoor Movie Series! There will be a different film on the last Thursday of each month between May and October at different locations throughout the City. Next up is Casper.”
Chelsea Hometown Halloween
Oct. 29, 30, and 31
Location: Downtown Chelsea
From the website: “Join us as we celebrate Halloween in the quaint community of Chelsea, Michigan.”
ypsiGLOW 2021
Oct. 29, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Ypsilanti area
From the website: “yspiGLOW is a community-built, collaborative celebration showcasing the creativity and diversity in Ypsi, with GLOWing luminary processions, crazy costumes, public art installations, street art performances, music and dancing.”
Halloween Trunk or Treat & Movie Night
Oct. 30, Trunk or Treat from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and the Movie starts at 6 p.m.
Location: Parkridge Park (591 Armstrong Ave , Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
From the website: “Join in for this Free to the Community Halloween event! From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, visit Parkridge Park for family fun trunk or treating. Later starting at 6 PM, enjoy a family friendly movie night!”
The Haunted Drive Thru Trick or Treat
Oct. 30, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Ring of Steel Action Theatre (3097 Varsity Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108)
From the website: “Experience Halloween with all the treats, and way more tricks! Remain in the comfort of your car while rolling past a dizzying array of costumed characters, fire spinners, circus artists, and stunt performers.”
All Hallows Illumination of Frog Island
Nov. 1, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Frog Island Park (699 Rice Street, MI 48197)
From the website: “Free annual event on Nov 1st in Frog Island Park, Ypsilanti. Bring your lighted, carved pumpkin & help light up the park!”
Brazilian Zouk Dance Lessons – Level 1
Nov. 4, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: The Dance Pavilion (1918 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
From the website: “Brazilian Zouk is known for hair whips, body rolls, and a wide range of music. This 6-week Level I series teaches the basic steps, lateral, simple turns, yo-yo, boomerang and so much more! No partner needed and all are welcome!”
2021 Ann Arbor Music Instrument Swap
Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Weber’s Inn (3050 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor MI 48103)
From the website: “The Ann Arbor Music Instrument Swap is a buy, sell and trade event so bring your old gear to sell or trade. This is a great place to have your old music instrument appraised. Admission is just $5.00 at the door.”
