For the last year and a half, crowds have gathered each month in the early evening - in bars and venues around Ann Arbor. Around 7pm, it begins: three boisterous speakers geek out up front. What is this? Some secret club?

Nope! It's Nerd Nite Ann Arbor! And it's open to anyone and everyone who loves to learn or share what they love.

For the uninitiated, Nerd Nite (NN) has been described as “...like the Discovery Channel™…with beer!” Sounds fun, right? It is! NN is held monthly in 70+ cities, giving several folks the opportunity to give 18-21minute fun-yet-informative presentations across all disciplines. Imagine learning about everything from the science of the Simpsons to the genealogy of Godzilla. Fun stuff!

Doors open at 6:30, and speakers start at 7pm.

So show up, have a drink, meet other nerds, and learn about...

Want to see past topics and a little more info? Check NNA2's site.

AADL is sponsoring this month's event, so there will be NO COVER!

Mark your calendars and spread the word! Any and all nerds (and non-nerds!) who love learning and having a great time are welcome to join us!

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The Redstone material found in Minecraft behaves like an electric conduit, allowing players to rig up levers, buttons, and pressure plates. The staff from GameStart will teach you how to create contraptions of increasing complexity and craft clever traps and speedy transit systems while learning the fundamentals of logic.

Learn the basics to build your own game! Using the Unity editor, you will get acquainted with how to create models, implement physics and manipulate code. Get started making your game now!

Whether on an outdoor adventure or braving a power outage, flashlights are an essential tool. Come and build your own flashlight using simple circuitry and household items.

Are you interested in 3D printing and want to learn more about it? Welcome! Do you have a 3D printer and want to share what you do? Come on down! This 3D Printing Meet-Up for is anyone who wants to do more with 3D printing. We will discuss current topics in the 3D printing world, and even print some objects.

Greg Gage, Neuroscience PhD and founder of Backyard Brains, joins us to discuss current topics in DIY Neuroscience. No previous knowledge or experience in neuroscience is needed, just a desire to learn more about how our bodies and brains work!

Learn electronic music production with Mike Huckaby. Tastemaker, Educator, Sound Designer, and Motor City Proponent, Mike has done much for electronic music. The man behind the once-legendary Record Time store has gathered an encyclopedic knowledge of dance music. Currently an in-demand remixer and performer around the world, Mike also serves as an instructor for Native Instruments and Ableton on their digital music tools.