NOVEMBER 14, 2025 COMMUNITY EVENTS community EVENTS SUNDAYS AT MAKESHIFT Sunday, November 16, 12-2 p.m., MakeShift Gallery, 407 E Liberty St. Ann Arbor Performances of song and poetry from Marilyn Church, Lila Hudgins, Jane Bridges, Sonya Lewis, Margaret Weiss, Joe Lange and Val Jaskiewicz. Coffee, tea and croissants served. YPSI NIGHTTIME SHELTER VOLUNTEER INFO + TRAINING* Info session: Tuesday, November 18, 6:30-8 p.m., Training session: Sunday, November 23, 1-5:30 p.m. Location for both: Care-Based Safety is recruiting volunteers to help support the night-time warming shelter at St. Luke's Episcopal Church this fall and winter season. At the info session, learn about what St. Luke's volunteers do; at the training learn de-escalation, harm reduction and conflict resolution. A2ZERO SPECIAL HOLIDAY GIFT SWAP Thursday, November 20, 4-7 p.m., Ann Arbor City Hall, Council Chambers This event will be taking place in Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of Ann Arbor City Hall. Unlike our regular monthly swaps, the November swap is not limited to clothing. Bring up to five items in good gift-giving condition (no broken, dirty, or items with missing parts!). You can take items without bringing anything. We will not be accepting any items that are broken, dirty, toxic, containing food, or too heavy/large to easily carry. This event is completely free. To RSVP and learn more, visit luma.com/io40u6q3 To stay up to date on A2ZERO swaps, see our calendar here: luma.com/a2zeroclothingswaps COMEDY FOR A CAUSE* Thursday, November 20, 6:15 p.m., Ann Arbor Comedy Club, 212 S. 4th Ave, Ann Arbor It’s the funniest FUNdraiser in town! Open to the public, it's a perfect night out with friends and family. Enjoy the show knowing that your attendance helps provide vital services to those experiencing homelessness. Join the Shelter Association for a night of laughter and community, and make a difference while having a great time! Come see Emo Phillips and Tim Cavanaugh! Get tickets at the door or online at www.aacomedy.com SHELTER ASSOCIATION’S STATE OF HOMELESSNESS AND HOUSING* Friday, November 21, 8-10:30 a.m., Washtenaw Community College Morris Laurence Building, 4800 East Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor Join the Washtenaw Housing Alliance for breakfast and a morning of community conversations and networking critical to our collective movement to end homelessness. We will be joined by speakers from several organizations who are integral in providing food and healthcare access to those in Washtenaw County. They will share how they are responding to the current challenges caused by federal cuts to their programs and the impact their services have on housing security for many in the county. Register online at www.eventbrite.com/e/ the-state-of-homelessness-and-affordable-housing-registration GROUNDCOVER NEWS OPEN MIC EXTRAVAGANZA* Friday, November 21, 6-8 p.m., Makeshift Gallery, 407 E Liberty St., Ann Arbor Come listen to Groundcover vendors, writers and community members share writing, poetry, and stories from the street. This is a FREE event. Everyone is welcome. Sign up to speak or perform the night of (max 5 min each). RIVERSIDE ARTS CENTER’S HOLIDAY ART FAIR Saturday, November 22 (11-6 p.m.), Sunday, November 23 (11-4 p.m), Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron Street, Ypsilanti GROUNDCOVER NEWS 5 12/31/2025 This fair focuses on handmade art, vintage goods, and self-care products. Get a head start on your holiday shopping, stock up on upcoming birthday gifts, or treat yourself! Entry Fee: $1 suggested donation *Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week Events Submit an event to be featured in the next edition: submissions@groundcovernews. com
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