Halle Fix-it Hub — Feb. 18
Give your things a second life and visit the Fix-it Hub. The hub hosts a series of community repair events with a new focus for each event. The event's main focus is creating an education that empowers everyday people to fix their own stuff. This event is eligible for Learning Beyond the Classroom credit. The next hub is 2:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18 in room 115 at the Halle Library. For more information, contact Bill Marino at wmarino1@emich.edu or call 734-487-2514.
Self-Love & Drag —F eb. 18
The LGBT Resource Center presents, in collaboration with Campus Life, the Self Love & Drag event. Celebrating expression and confidence, the show includes a variety of performers at different levels, from professional queens to EMU students. The fun includes audience participation and quick drag performances. The show is from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, in the Student Center Ballroom. Follow @EMULGBTRC on Instagram for updated information about future events. For more information, contact Emma Wuetrich at lgbtrc@emich.edu or call 734-487-4149.
Winter Symphony Orchestra Concert —Feb. 19
The EMU Symphony Orchestra presents its Winter Symphony Orchestra in Pease Auditorium. The concert features Saint Saens' Symphony No. 3 and this year's concerto competition winner. This event is eligible for LBC credit. The concert is from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19. For more information, contact Chad Hutchinson at chad.hutchinson@emich.edu or call 734-487-2448.
Star Lecture: Lolita Cummings & Melissa Thrasher — Feb. 19
The Honors College presents Lolita Cummings and Melissa Thrasher as the guests for the next Star Lecture. Cummings, a public relations professor, and Thrasher, the director of media relations at Eastern, will discuss the podcast they created: "Enlighten U: Self-Care for College Students." The lecture is eligible for LBC credit. The event will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19 in Still Hall room 124, as well as on Zoom. For more information, contact The Honors College at emuhonors@emich.edu or call 734-487-0341.
Cooking Demo: Pesto Chicken, Garlic Pasta, Kale Salad — Feb. 20
Eagle Nutrient Services presents the next cooking demo in its series. Learn to make pesto chicken (or tofu), garlic and lemon pasta, and creamy kale salad. The event includes tips, tricks, and recipes for a well-balanced meal from start to finish. Registration is required for this event; tickets are available for purchase online for $8. This event is eligible for LBC credit. The event is from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, in Rackham Hall, room 105. For more information, contact Darlene Bellers at eaglenutrition@emich.edu or call 734-487-6572.
Health Professions Career Talks: Athletic Therapy — Feb. 20
The College of Health & Human Services hosts several guest speakers in a variety of health professions including occupational therapy, physical therapy, orthotics, and prosthetics during the Health Professions Career Talks event. Any interested pre-health students are invited to attend. This event is eligible for LBC credit. The event is from 11 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Feb. 20, in Marshall Building, room 108. For more information, contact Andrew Cornett at acornet2@emich.edu or call 734-487-9168.
38th Annual Storytelling Festival: The Ark — Feb. 21
The Ark presents its annual Storytelling Festival on Friday, by kicking off the Third Annual Liar’s Contest. There will be six contestants. Each will tell a well-crafted, entertaining, 10-minute story that is missing the facts. There is a cash prize for the winner as well as a trophy. Admission is $20. Tickets are available online and can be purchased at the door if available. The storytelling starts at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at The Ark. For more information, contact The Ark by calling 734-761-1818.
'Art & Animals' at The Creature Conservancy — Feb. 22
Mystery animals will be on display at The Creature Conservancy, a nonprofit wildlife educational center in Ann Arbor, during a night full of activities in the Art & Animals event. Local artist Mary Lewison will host a hands-on painting session at the conservancy. The event is for ages 21 and older. Tickets are $40. Pre-registration is required and can be completed online. "Art & Animals" is from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 at The Creature Conservancy, at 4950 Ann Arbor Saline Road. For more information, contact The Creature Conservancy at info@thecreatureconservancy.org or call 734-929-9324.
Neurodiverse Artmaking Drop-in — Feb. 24
Every fourth Monday of the month, the Riverside Arts Center presents Neurodiverse Artmaking. Supplies and hot and cold drinks are provided for an evening of art projects. Directions are laid back and accommodations are welcome to fit your artistic needs. Donations of $5 to $10 are suggested at the door but not required. The event is from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 24, at the Riverside Arts Center. For more information, contact the Riverside Art Center at info@riversidearts.org or call 734-480-2787.
