Edition No. 134
Ann Arbor hosts largest art fair in the country
The largest juried art fair in the nation is taking place in Ann Arbor on July 20 – July 22. The event attracts close to half a million attendees over the three days. The fair spans over 30 city blocks from the heart of downtown Ann Arbor to the beautiful campus of the University of Michigan with nearly 1,000 artists showcasing their work. It is consistently ranked as one of the Top 100 Art Fairs in the country.
The event is comprised of three art fairs which include musical performances, plenty of food and lots of art. A variety of art ranging from paintings, photography, glass, jewelry, and sculptures will be on display.
For more information on the event, click here.
Summer concert series: A Salute to Duke Ellington
*Due to forecasted inclement weather, the concert will be held in the Alger Center Ballroom.*
The Planet D Nonet jazz band graces the back lawn of The War Memorial performing the music of some of the greatest jazz musicians and composers of all-time. Join us July 20 at 7:30 p.m. to hear the sizzling sounds of Fats Waller, swing era tunes by Duke Ellington, Benny Moten, Count Basie and Fletcher Henderson as well as the jumpin' jive of Louis Jordan.
Cofounded by RJ Spangler & James O'Donnell in 2007, this band is celebrating 16 years of bringing swing music to southeast Michigan listeners and swing dancers. In that time the band has performed in 10 states including some memorable gigs in New Orleans and garnered 11 Detroit Music Awards. In addition to the vocals of trumpeter James O'Donnell, the band also features the vocals of trombonist John "Tbone" Paxton.
To purchase tickets, click here.
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