The Unerased Book Club | East Goes West by Younghill Kang on AADL.TV

Watch AADL staff and other community members in a book discussion with The Unerased Book Club.

This month, they'll discuss East Goes West by Younghill Kang.

Sheela Lal and Fatema Haque are co-facilitators of The Unerased Book Club, a project of Rising Voices of Asian American Families that reads, and builds community through, Asian American literature.

Recipe Share | Vegan Variations

Each week, AADL staff members share recipes in a specific category – from “Unusual Veggies” to “Favorite Cookies” - whether tried and true or tried and failed. The recipes that are discussed in this episode are attached to this event page. Please join the conversation in the comments section! What are your favorite recipes from this week’s category?

Ann Arbor Creativity and Making Expo (AACME)

The Ann Arbor Creativity and Making Expo (AACME) is back and you're invited! Come celebrate the maker movement that ranges from traditional technologies like weaving all the way to our future in robotics! Our keynote speaker this year is designer, artist, and maker Sophy Wong, who will be speaking on the intersection of technology and clothing design. Enjoy hands-on demos from local maker spaces, learn about ham radio, solder an LED badge, see an upholstery demonstration, use our heat press, and so much more!

Recipe Share | Savory Bakes

Each week, AADL staff members share recipes in a specific category – from “Unusual Veggies” to “Favorite Cookies” - whether tried and true or tried and failed. The recipes that are discussed in this episode are attached to this event page. Please join the conversation in the comments section! What are your favorite recipes from this week’s category?

East Coast Collector John Moses Talks About West Coast Pottery

East Coast collector, John Moses, will present some history and information about his own collection of West Coast pottery including Brayton Laguna, Bauer, Catalina and Padre. A brief mention of Homer Laughlin Fiesta ware will be made. This is part of the International Museum of Dinnerware Design’s Unforgettable Dinnerware lecture series.

This event is in partnership with the International Museum of Dinnerware Design.

Meet Your Parks: Wildflower Wander!

This month's walk takes place at Mary Beth Doyle Park. Meet at Mary Beth Doyle Disc Golf Course Parking lot on Birch Hollow Drive. The trail may be muddy, please wear appropriate footwear.

Each month we will explore a new park and discover who lives there by focusing on local animals, trees, birds, insects, flowers and more! These walks will be lead by a representative from Natural Area Preservation. Open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Please come prepared to hike for a mile or two on uneven terrain, rain or shine.

Recipe Share | Packable Treats

Each week, AADL staff members share recipes in a specific category – from “Unusual Veggies” to “Favorite Cookies” - whether tried and true or tried and failed. The recipes that are discussed in this episode are attached to this event page. Please join the conversation in the comments section! What are your favorite recipes from this week’s category?

Recipe Share | Chickpeas Please

Each week, AADL staff members share recipes in a specific category – from “Unusual Veggies” to “Favorite Cookies” - whether tried and true or tried and failed. The recipes that are discussed in this episode are attached to this event page. Please join the conversation in the comments section! What are your favorite recipes from this week’s category?

Meet Your Parks: Amphibian and Reptile Ramble!

This month's walk takes place at Gallup Park. Meet at Gallup Park Boat Launch off Geddes Rd. Bring along a pair of binoculars for viewing basking turtles on the river banks.

Each month we will explore a new park and discover who lives there by focusing on local animals, trees, birds, insects, flowers and more! These walks will be led by a representative from Natural Area Preservation. Open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Please come prepared to hike for a mile or two on uneven terrain, rain or shine.

Nerd Nite @ Top of the Park

Gather ‘round for an evening of informed and informal talks from a friendly neighborhood expert! We’ll have three speakers, each presenting on a different topic and sharing interesting facts that you never knew you never knew! Past Nerd Nite speakers have led deep dives into topics from the legacy of Louis Pasteur, to the origin of elements, to how a trumpet works, to a dissection of romance novel tropes. So bring a friend, grab a drink, and enjoy an evening among fellow nerds. Be there and be square!

This event is offered in partnership with the Ann Arbor Summer Fest.

Meet Your Parks: Birding Brigade!

This month's walk takes place at Furstenberg Nature Area. Meet at the parking lot off Fuller Road. Bring your own binoculars if you have them, or some will be available to borrow.

 

Each month we will explore a new park and discover who lives there by focusing on local animals, trees, birds, insects, flowers and more! These walks will be lead by a representative from Natural Area Preservation. Open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Please come prepared to hike for a mile or 2 on uneven terrain, rain or shine.