Sunday, February 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Ann Arbor. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Siam Square, celebrated for its Thai cuisine, successfully relocates to West Eisenhower Parkway in Ann Arbor, maintaining its beloved menu and attracting both loyal and new customers. MLive
- ➤ Echelon Kitchen and Bar opens in Ann Arbor, offering a vegetable-forward menu and boasting a top-notch wood-fired oven, after extensive renovations of a century-old building. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Molly Rowan-Deckart takes on the role of executive director and CEO of Marquee Arts, overseeing the historic Michigan and State Theaters in Ann Arbor, aiming to preserve and enhance the city's arts culture. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The jazz band at Huron High School in Ann Arbor is set to compete at the prestigious Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition and Festival in New York, after being recognized as one of the nation's top jazz bands. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Slim Chickens opens a new location in Scio Township, offering a variety of chicken dishes, contributing to its national expansion since 2003. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Michigan's hockey team faced a 5-4 defeat against Penn State due to penalties and power-play goals, emphasizing the need for more discipline to improve their NCAA Tournament prospects. MLive
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Mike Dawes: Renowned Fingerstyle Guitarist Performance
Mike Dawes is an acclaimed English guitarist known for his innovative fingerstyle techniques and has collaborated with numerous celebrated artists.
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The Scorpion Queen Book Launch with Authors Mina Fears and Kate Chenli
Celebrate the release of Mina Fears' debut novel, The Scorpion Queen, with a discussion featuring the author and conversation partner Kate Chenli, focusing on the book's themes inspired by a Malian fairy tale.
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Free Live Trivia Night at Bløm in Kerrytown, Ann Arbor
Enjoy a free live trivia experience every Thursday evening, featuring two games with prizes for the top teams and a vibrant atmosphere of food and drinks.
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Blind Pilot Album Release Concert
Blind Pilot's concert features their new album 'In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain', emerging from a transformative artistic period for the band.
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2025 Dance Concert
The 2025 Dance Concert will feature a live performance at the Power Center for the Performing Arts in Ann Arbor.
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Enhancing Sleep Quality with Experts in Sleep Science
This event features Dr. Olivia Walch and Dr. Philip Cheng discussing circadian rhythms and their impact on sleep, along with insights from their book 'Sleep Groove'.
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Surya Kriya Spiritual Practice Workshop
Surya Kriya is a comprehensive spiritual program designed to activate inner energy and promote mental stillness, traditionally reserved for select yogis, now offered to the public by a trained instructor.
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Sunday Yoga at Bløm Mead and Cider
A welcoming all-levels yoga class that combines physical practice with the option to enjoy mead or cider after, aimed at relieving week-long tension.
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