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A2 BioSocial March
2026-03-10 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | A2 BioSocial (supported by Ann Arbor SPARK), 226 South Main Street, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Join us for the next A2 BioSocial as we gather at Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor for an evening of connection, conversation, and community building across the life sciences ecosystem.

Dirty House Buyers Real Estate Investors Meetup - NEW LOCATION - Session Room
2026-03-10 17:30 - 20:30 | Dirty House Buyers – Real Estate Investors Free Meetup (Ann Arbor, MI), 3685 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor, MI, United States
The Dirty House Buyers Meetup is all about networking. No sales pitches, no bs. Come and do deals, talk real estate, and up your investing game.

Mead & Cider + FoolMoon Candle Bar
2026-03-10 18:30 - 21:30 | Bløm Mead + Cider, 100 S 4th Ave STE 110, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, USA, Ann Arbor, M, 48104, United States
Join us at Bløm during FoolMoon, one of Ann Arbor’s most magical nights filled with glowing sculptures, music, and community celebration.
Stop in, grab a drink, and decorate your own candle before heading back out to enjoy the festivities. This is a quick and creative candle bar experience — no candle-making from scratch, just the fun part: decorating and personalizing your candle.
No experience needed. Just come ready to sip, create, and enjoy the FoolMoon glow.
✨ What’s Included

One drink of your choice from Bløm (mead, cider, or non-alcoholic options)

One pre-made soy candle ready to decorate

Access to a beautiful selection of dried florals, herbs, crystals, and decorative elements

A fun and relaxed candle bar experience during FoolMoon

✨ How it works?
This is a come-and-go experience designed to fit perfectly into the FoolMoon celebration.
Arrive anytime between 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM, grab your drink, and decorate your candle at our candle bar station. Once you’re finished, take your candle with you and head back out to enjoy the glowing FoolMoon parade and street festivities.
Decorating typically takes 10–15 minutes, making it the perfect creative stop during the evening.
✨ Why Join?

Add a little creativity to your FoolMoon night

Enjoy a drink while making something beautiful

Create a candle you can take home the same evening

A fun and quick activity to enjoy with friends

✨ Meet the Host
Renata – Candle Maker & Wellness Facilitator – @the.universe.stuff
Renata is the heart and hands behind The Universe Stuff, a wellness brand rooted in mindfulness, creativity, and intentional living. She handcrafts soy candles and hosts candle-making experiences throughout the Ann Arbor area in collaboration with local wineries, breweries, and community spaces.
Her events are designed to bring people together through creativity, connection, and simple moments of joy.
✨ About the Space
Bløm Mead + Cider – https://www.drinkblom.com/
Bløm Mead + Cider is a vibrant Ann Arbor gathering space known for its handcrafted meads, crisp ciders, and welcoming atmosphere. The taproom celebrates creativity, community, and thoughtfully crafted drinks, making it the perfect stop during the lively FoolMoon celebration.
Whether you’re enjoying a drink with friends or exploring the glowing spectacle of FoolMoon, Bløm offers a warm and festive space to pause, sip, and celebrate the night.

Ypsilanti DDA – Operations & Finance Committee Meeting
2026-03-11 08:30 - 10:00 | Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority (YDDA), 1 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti, MI, United States
The Operations & Finance Committee meetings are open to the public and focus on financial and operational matters related to the YDDA.

MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast Community Outreach
2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Ypsilanti District Library / MICHIGAN WORKS! Southeast, 5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti, MI, United States

SizeUp Live Training for Small Business
2026-03-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Ann Arbor SPARK, 330 E. Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
SizeUp SPARK is a free, data-driven business intelligence tool designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs in Washtenaw County make informed decisions.

Halle Fix-It Hub (Winter 2026 Series)
2026-03-11 14:30 - 17:00 | Eastern Michigan University, Student Center Ballroom, Ypsilanti, MI, United States
The Halle Fix-It Hub is a community repair event where participants bring in items to repair alongside repair coaches, learning troubleshooting and repair skills in a collaborative environment.

Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group (ENRG) Monthly Meeting
2026-03-11 16:30 - 18:00 | ENRG (Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group), 3005 Boardwalk Dr. Suite 105, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group (ENRG) Monthly Meeting
2026-03-11 16:30 - 18:00 | ENRG Greater Ann Arbor Area Chapter, 3005 Boardwalk Dr, #105, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Join other growth-minded leaders from across Ann Arbor and the surrounding region who run their businesses on EOS®. Each month, ENRG brings together business owners and entrepreneurs of all stripes to learn from one another, share experiences, sharpen tools, and strengthen the region’s EOS community.

Nonprofit Forum: Next-Gen Governance: Emerging Leaders and Innovations
2026-03-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Business+Impact at Michigan Ross, 701 Tappan Street, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Join us for the Nonprofit Forum, where emerging leaders will discuss innovations in governance and the future of nonprofit leadership.

Ann Arbor Toastmasters & Friends
2026-03-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Southeast Michigan Toastmasters – District 28, 809 Taylor St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Are you ready to conquer your fear of public speaking? Fear of public speaking doesn’t have to be a roadblock to career advancement, raising awareness for your ideas and passions, and becoming a confident leader.

CACC Annual Meeting
2026-03-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown district (central Main St area), Chelsea, MI, United States
Please join us for the Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Annual Meeting. Get to know the Chamber, our members, and our initiatives while enjoying appetizers and sweet treats from a variety of Chelsea establishments.

Milan Garden Club March meeting
2026-03-11 18:30 - 20:00 | the bridge, 8 Park St, Milan, MI, 48160
Milan Garden club will hold their monthly meeting March 11, at 6:45 pm at The Bridge Church, 8 Park St, Milan. Our speaker, John Keast, will give a talk about straw bale gardening. The public is welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!

THE YUM OF THE IRISH! JUST IN TIME FOR ST. PADDY'S DAY! (Milan Public Library)
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:00 | The Center, 45 Neckel Ct., Milan, 48160, United States
PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE! Mary Spencer will demonstrate two exciting traditional Irish dishes perfect for your St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Tuesday evening, March 11, 2026, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Center, 45 Neckel Ct.! She will talk about Irish cuisine and give plenty of tips and techniques as she demonstrates making these delicious dishes. Plenty of samples all around! Call the Milan Public Library at (734) 439-1240 to register for this free culinary arts class.
PLEASE NOT DATE CHANGE!

The Pollinators: Who They Are and How We Can Help Them
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Chelsea Train Depot, 125 Jackson Street, Chelsea, MI, 48118
The Evening Primrose Garden Club is pleased to welcome Vince Ste. Marie as our March guest speaker. Vince and his family own Windy Rock Farm and Nursery in Manchester.
Beyond the well-known honeybee, who are the pollinators and what do they need to succeed? How are the bees and butterflies faring and what can we as homeowners do to help them? These questions and more are answered in this visually rich and information-packed presentation.
This event is open to the public.
Cost:
Club Members – Free
Non-members – $5
Refreshments and snacks provided.
To register, send an email to EPGardenClub98@gmail.com
You are also welcome to stay for a brief club meeting after the presentation. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our fun club and to consider becoming a member.

Allovance Summit 2026
2026-03-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Allovance & University of Michigan Economic Growth Institute, 2800 Plymouth Road #Building 18, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Welcome to the Allovance Summit 2026! Organizational decision-making hasn’t fundamentally changed in decades, but the science behind it has. At the conference, you’ll learn how modern leaders and advisors are applying scientific rigor to strategy and leveraging AI & technology to improve decision quality.

Startup Career Fair Student RSVP 2026
2026-03-12 11:30 - 15:00 | MPowered Entrepreneurship & University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE), 2281 Bonisteel Boulevard, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
The Startup Career Fair is an opportunity for students to connect with startups and learn about entrepreneurship. Students can network with entrepreneurial peers and explore career opportunities in the startup ecosystem.

Business+Tech’s 2026 AI Workshops: Featuring PwC Partner, Preet Takkar
2026-03-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Business+Tech at Michigan Ross, Ross School of Business, Ross Building, Floor 2, Room 2230, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Join us for a series of workshops focused on the impact of AI in business, featuring insights from PwC Partner Preet Takkar.

A2Y Chamber Event: The Ultimate Networking Workshop - A Fun Confidence Boost
2026-03-12 15:00 - 17:00 | A2Y Chamber, 339 N. Maple St., Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Join Cynthia D’Amour, Engagement Strategist at People Power Unlimited, to learn and practice how to start an engaging conversation with anyone, how to leave a conversation with grace and confidence – and how to work a room with ease.

Of Pardons and Presidents: Biography of Benton L. Becker Legal Counsel to the President
2026-03-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library, 1000 Beal Ave., Ann Arbor, 48109, United States
Highlighted by his experiences in San Clemente, California in September 1974 negotiating the pardon of President Nixon, Benton L. Becker is remembered in this thorough and heartwarming biography by his son, Dr. Brian C. Becker. Following historical records and personal accounts, Of Pardons and Presidents examines the life of Benton Becker, against the backdrop of the social and political history of Washington, DC.

Taylor Swift Tribute Concert
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:15 | The Encore Musical Theatre, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter, M, 48130, United States
Celebrate the music of a generation with Tribute to Taylor Swift, a high-energy concert experience that brings the storytelling, emotion, and unforgettable melodies of Taylor’s catalog to The Encore stage. From early country roots to bold pop anthems, this tribute captures the evolution of an artist whose songs have become the soundtrack to so many lives—delivered by incredible performers and live musicians in an intimate setting. Tribute to Taylor Swift is a joyful, feel-good night out filled with sing-along favorites, heartfelt moments, and the kind of shared excitement that only live theatre can offer. It’s a celebration of connection, creativity, and the power of great songs—Encore style.

Google Calendar - Basics
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Ypsilanti District Library, N/A, Virtual, MI, United States
Learn the basics for setting up your Google Calendar to schedule and manage your events and appointments, share event information, and send notifications/reminders to your devices.

AI in Hardware: Applications, Tools & Real-World Use
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Washtenaw Hardtech, Ypsilanti District Library-Michigan, 229 West Michigan Avenue, Ypsilanti, MI, United States
This event will focus on AI applications and practical usage in the hardware industry. Members who would like to are invited to briefly share how they are using AI in their work.

KCH Melodies & Morsels: Ireland Edition An Evening of Ireland’s Music & Culinary Culture with Zingerman’s Deli and the Selkie Celtic Trio
2026-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N Fourth Ave, Ann Arbor, M, 48104, United States
Experience the flavors and sounds of Ireland in an unforgettable evening at Kerrytown Concert House! Melodies & Morsels: Ireland Edition pairs a curated tasting of Irish foods and wines from Ann Arbor favorite Zingerman’s Deli* with a journey through Celtic soundscapes performed by Celtic Trio, Selkie.
Selkie offers a journey through Celtic soundscapes—both familiar and newly imagined—with stories, laughter, and moments of quiet beauty informed by the Irish folk tradition. Their style has evolved to blend mood-lifting traditional dance sets with close-harmony songs sung in English, Gaelic, and French. Jim Spalink, Michele Venegas, and Cara Lieurance, all leading multi-instrumentalists in West Michigan’s folk and Celtic music scene, formed Selkie in 2019.
Michele Venegas — voice, fiddle, banjo, guitar, rhythm
Cara Lieurance — voice, wooden flute, Irish whistles, button accordion
Jim Spalink — voice, guitar, bouzouki and harp
* The tasting box from Zingerman’s Deli will contain dairy and gluten. Unfortunately, due to the specialty nature of this event, they will not be able to make accommodations for allergens. When the specifics of the tasting menu are finalized, we will post the menu here.

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella presented by MHS Productions
2026-03-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Milan High School Dennis McComb Performing Arts Center, 100 Big Red Dr., Milan, M, 48160, United States
Join Milan High School Productions as they perform Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella. Directed by Jason and Becky Berry, the cast will be diving into the 2013 Broadway version of Cinderella, which marries the story you know and love with new and interesting characters who help Ella along the way. In classic fairy tale form, we follow Ella who is kind and caring despite the mistreatment she endures from her stepmother and stepsisters, but she dreams of more. Along the way she crosses paths with Prince Topher, who is trying to find his own way in the world, and Jean-Michel, who seems absolutely aware of his life’s purpose. Assisted by the sweet, but nuts, Crazy Marie, and an unexpected ally, Ella is able to not only make her dreams come true, but also a few dreams for the citizens of the kingdom as well. Filled with unforgettable characters, lots of laughs, and a stunning musical score, Cinderella is sure to capture the hearts of audiences both young and old.
Cinderella performances are March 12, 13, and 14 at 7:00PM and Saturday March 14 at 1:00PM. The performances will be held at Milan High School, 100 Big Red Drive, in the Dennis Macomb Performing Arts Center.
The incredibly talented cast of Cinderella features Violet Burdette as Ella, Jackson Mullins as Topher, Agnes Gibner as Madame, Lyndsey Dunn as Charlotte, Lila Grimley as Gabrielle, Myla Kofahl as Marie, Aidan Gagnon as Jean-Michel, Hugo Gutierrez as Sebastian, Franklin Barker as Lord Pinkleton, and an ensemble made up of Meghan Helfen (Marie understudy), Katie Bell (Madame understudy), Callie Bartholomay (Gabrielle understudy), Zoey Taepke (Charlotte understudy), Aurora Barnier, Laynee Dryer, Piper Hall, Austin Harkness, Addyson Leroy, Scarlett Miko, Rileigh Stone, Isabelle Tracy, and Lily Warington.
Ticket pricing for General Admission is $15, Senior/Student tickets are $10.
All tickets to the March 14th matinee at 1:00PM are just $8.
Skip the line and buy tickets online at https://cur8.com/17024/project/136360

2026 Sesi Midwest Entrepreneurship Conference & Skandalaris Business Plan Competition
2026-03-13 09:00 - 13:30 | EMU College of Business – Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, EMU Student Center Ballroom, Ypsilanti, MI, United States
Finalists from high school and college categories will present their business plans at the conference, judged by community business leaders for cash prizes.

Small Business Growth Activator Program
2026-03-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development, Washtenaw County Community College, Washtenaw County, MI, United States
The Entrepreneurship Summit will feature growth labs, multiple business sessions, a panel discussion, and help developing a 90-day revenue plan.

Entrepreneurship Summit
2026-03-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Washtenaw County Office of Community & Economic Development (OCED), 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Thank you for participating in OCED’s 2026 Entrepreneurship Summit! This event will take place at Washtenaw Community College, focusing on supporting entrepreneurs at various stages of their business.

Executive MBA Admissions Ann Arbor Preview Day
2026-03-13 10:00 - 13:30 | Michigan Ross (EMBA Admissions), 701 Tappan Street, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Join us for an informative session about the Executive MBA program at Michigan Ross. This event will provide insights into the curriculum, admissions process, and the unique opportunities available to students.

Startup Career Fair Student RSVP 2026
2026-03-13 11:00 - 16:00 | MPowered Entrepreneurship & University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE), 701 Tappan Street, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
