MAY 1, 2026 COMMUNITY content CORRECTIONS In the April 17, 2026 edition of Groundcover News, in "Pinball Pete's comes to the heart of Ann Arbor," the owner of Bill's Beer Garden was incorrectly named. Scot Greig is the owner of Bill's Beer Garden. In "Disability Revolution Club" a sentence regarding the original leadership of the club was erroneous quoted, and physically redacted from many copies. community EVENTS APPRENTICESHIP FAIR Friday, May 1, 4 - 7 p.m,Ypsilanti High School. This annual fair, organized by the Job Developer's Alliance, is aimed at high school students and adults looking to find apprenticeships. Attendees have the chance to learn more about apprenticeship programs where participants would learn a skill or trade under a professional in the field on the job. Please register in advance: www.bit.ly/4iVB6xY MAY DAY DINNER IN HONOR OF FARM AND FOOD WORKERS Friday, May 1, 4-7 p.m. Tantre Farm, 2510 Hayes Rd, Chelsea. Everyone is invited to a deep local dinner. Free to farm and food service workers for their most valuable work. Asking $10 per eater donation. Offered by community farm chef Kori Kanayama and guest chef Farmer Richard Andres. YPSI MAY DAY Saturday, May 2, all day. 11 a.m., 9/11 Memorial (Cross/ Perrin), May Day march. 12-4 p.m, Frog Island Park, Workshops and discussions. It’s a potluck, bring things to share! Childcare will be provided. 4-7 p.m. Frog Island Park, Assembly of neighborhood assemblies. Come speak with local popular assemblies and neighborhood rapid response groups. Share best practices, lessons learned, updates and goals. 8-10 p.m. Frog Island Park, Documentary film screening of "The Elements of Mutual Aid." The world premiere of the first episode of a 4-part docuseries on liberatory mutual aid. PAPER PAPER ART BOOK FAIR Saturday, May 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, May 3, 12-5 p.m. Cluster Museum, 307 N Main St. Ann Arbor. Paper Paper is an independent art book fair in its first year, organized by artists and held in an independent art space. The fair brings together contemporary artists, small presses and independent publishers working in printed and bound formats. A Zine Swap will also be featured, and anyone is welcome to come peruse, contribute, leave and take a zine during the fair. YDL REPAIR CLINIC Saturday, May 2, 1:30-3 p.m. Ypsilanti District Library-Michigan Ave, Program Room. Bring your broken zippers, fraying hems, busted bags, and battle-worn jeans. Repair Clinic is free, drop-in, no appointment needed! Just show up with the thing that needs saving. A2 ROLLER DERBY Saturday, May 2, 4:30-8 p.m. Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena, 2751 Packard St Ann Arbor. Home Gamer #1: A2 Roller Derby vs. Detroit. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., game starts at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. STAR WARS DAY (OBSERVED) Sunday, May 3, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Ann Arbor downtown library, 343 S. Fifth Ave. Ann Arbor. "May the Fourth Be With You!" You don't need to travel to a galaxy far, far away to celebrate Star Wars Day. Just come to the Downtown Library! We will have photo ops, games, crafts, screenings, music, and more! Costumes are welcome, but please leave lightsabers and blasters at home! THE ROAD HOME SCREENING Thursday, May 7, 6 p.m. Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. The Road Home is a documentary exploring mental health, housing insecurity and homelessness in Washtenaw County, highlighting community efforts and challenges. Local organizations face fragmented responses, funding cuts and limiting support. The film's goal is to unite stakeholders, raise awareness and inspire collective action to ensure compassionate, sustainable solutions. Reserve your free ticket at marquee-arts.org SUSHANNA SHAKUR "MEMORIES OF MY REVOLUTIONARY BROTHER" Saturday, May 9, 2-4 p.m. Blackstone Bookstore, 214 W Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti. Join author and lifelong Detroit activist Shushanna Shakur as she discusses and signs her personal memoir about her influential brother, Chockwe Lumumba — the revolutionary attorney, organizer and former Mayor of Jackson, MS. He earned national recognition for unwavering fight for the freedom and empowerment of his people. REVOLUTIONARY FOOD GATHERING Saturday, May 9, 5-7 p.m. Ann Arbor Friends Meeting House, 1420 Hill St., Ann Arbor. Potluck and discussion to discover who we are in relationship to our food, the earth and each other. Hosted by Groundcover News and Purslane Commons. CINETOPIA FILM FESTIVAL Saturday, May 9, 5-7 p.m. Michigan Theater. Cinetopia brings audiences and filmmakers together to celebrate bold cinema, independent voices, and films you cannot see anywhere else. Experience a curated lineup designed by people who love film as much as you do. As one of Michigan’s premier film festivals, Cinetopia brings together independent films, Michigan-made shorts, and fresh voices from around the world. Every selection is chosen for originality, perspective and impact. marquee-arts.org/cinetopia/ DANCE INTO ACTION Saturday, May 30, 4-8:30 p.m. hear. say brewing, 2350 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. Presented by Pilar's Foundation. Uniting to benefit local immigrant families. Live music by Jive Colossus, Killer Diller, Backbeat Manifesto. Food and drink from Pilar's Tamales and hear.say brewing. Purchase tickets at pilarsfoundation.org or inside Pilar's Tamales. Submit an event to be featured in the next edition: submissions@groundcovernews. com GET TO KNOW YDL! WHERE TO FIND US: Online at ypsilibrary.org Call us at 734-482-4110. TO GET YOUR LIBRARY CARD: 1) Fill out the easy online form at ypsilibrary.org/library-cards. 2) Call 734-482-4110 3) Or stop by any YDL location! DON’T HAVE A DRIVER’S LICENSE? We can work with a variety of IDs to get you your card. Seed Library All locations (including Bookmobile) There are more than 200 unique varieties of fruit and vegetable seeds in our Seed Library. Come to any location, including the Bookmobile, to check out our selection, or donate your own extra seeds. FEATURED EVENT Spring Native Plant Swap Sat. | May 16 | 11am-12pm YDL-Whittaker Drop by and exchange your favorite native plants with fellow gardeners. Bring your own plants to share and leave with new treasures for your garden! GROUNDCOVER NEWS 7
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