Arts + Culture<\/a> | Community Celebrations<\/a> | Sports<\/a> | Food + Drink<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: Various Locations<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 1\u20134, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Kick off the month with the Tree Town Comedy Festival<\/a>! This four-day festival features national headliners and favorite comedians from around Michigan. Headliners<\/a> include Sam Tallent, Marie Faustin, Ryan Goodcase, and Robby Hoffman, plus a plethora of featured comedians, doing stand-up at the Blind Pig and other locations in the city. View the full schedule and purchase tickets here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>The Ark<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 12, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n Vanessa Carlton\u2019s \u201cA Thousand Miles\u201d was once called \u201cthe pop song that launched a generation of piano lessons.\u201d And since that song came out in 2002, Vanessa has released five albums and continues to evolve as an artist. See her perform live at The Ark<\/a> on March 12! General admission tickets are still available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>Riverside Arts Center<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 16\u201319, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Horizon Performing Arts presents Seussical the Musical<\/a>, a \u201cfantastical, magical, musical extravaganza.\u201d Watch all our favorite Dr. Seuss characters come to life in this G-rated performance, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination \u2013 Jojo. These colorful characters will transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, and of course, to the invisible world of the Whos. Click here<\/a> to purchase tickets!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>Saline Middle School<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 18, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n Each year, the Saline Craft Show<\/a> hosts two events, including the first one taking place in March! Peruse more than 150 craft booths filled with a variety of handcrafted products. Benefitting both the craft show customers and the Saline Middle School community, students get the chance to take on leadership roles and show off their talents. This is more than just a craft show \u2014 there will also be concessions, a visit and photo opportunity with Peter Cottontail, free caricatures for children, children\u2019s arts and crafts, and more. There will also be a gift basket contest where you can vote on your favorite basket by putting money in the voting box. Proceeds for the contest will benefit the Saline Area Social Service. Admission to the Saline Spring Craft Show is just $4 \u2014 and free for children under 10!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>Michigan Theater <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 18, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When Dvo\u0159\u00e1k wrote his seventh symphony, he was already regarded as one of the leading creative minds in all of Europe. And the end result elicited instant acclaim, causing British musicologist Sir Donald Tovey to exclaim that it was \u201camong the greatest and purest examples in this art-form since Beethoven.\u201d Hear the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra play Symphony No. 7<\/em>, along with Prokofiev\u2019s Violin Concerto No. 2<\/em> and Debussy\u2019s ever-popular Pr\u00e9lude \u00e0 l\u2019apr\u00e8s-midi d\u2019un faune<\/em> (\u201cPrelude to the Afternoon of a Faun\u201d). Purchase tickets here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>Michigan Theater <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 21\u201326, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n One of Ann Arbor\u2019s most important annual events, the Ann Arbor Film Festival<\/a>, presents 40 programs with more than 180 films from over 20 countries that highlight all lengths and genres, including experimental, animation, documentary, fiction and performance-based works. Founded by George Manupelli in 1963, the festival is the oldest avant-garde and experimental film festival in North America. This year, the festival will be offered both in person (March 21\u201326) and virtually (March 21\u201329). Click here<\/a> for more information about the 61st annual festival!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 18 + 19, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Don\u2019t miss the Home, Garden & Lifestyle Show<\/a> at Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds! This is your opportunity to connect with builders, suppliers, designers and tradespeople to help with your at-home projects. Visit with nearly 130 exhibitors specializing in both interior and exterior work, enjoy concessions, and sit in on a presentation or two. Admission is just $5 cash at the door for adults and is free for children under 12. Or subscribe to their email list<\/a> to receive free admission!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>Matthaei Botanical Gardens<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 18 + 19, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Celebrate the start of spring with the return of the annual Ann Arbor Orchid Festival<\/a>, one of our favorite flower-filled events in the city. For two days, visit the Matthaei Botanical Gardens to admire displays of award-winning orchids. Plus, you can purchase orchids and orchid care supplies, and listen to free talks and demonstrations on the art of orchid growing. Admission to this event is free.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>Conor O\u2019Neill\u2019s Irish Pub<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 12, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day with the Shamrocks & Shenanigans 5K Run\/Walk and Kids\u2019 1K<\/a>! This fun and exciting race winds through downtown Ann Arbor and benefits Save a Heart, an organization that raises funds to benefit patients and their families who come to the Michigan Congenital Heart Center at C.S. Mott Children\u2019s Hospital. Register for the kids\u2019 1K or the 5K here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em>Eddy Discover Center<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 11, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n Hosted by the Waterloo Natural History Association, the Old Time Maple Sugar Festival<\/a> celebrates the coming of spring and the tapping of maple trees. Take a guided walk through the Waterloo Recreation Area to see various methods of collecting sap and learn how to boil it down to create maple syrup. Plus, antique syrup-making equipment will be on display and maple products will be available for purchase! This event is completely free to attend.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: Multiple Venues<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: March 17 + 18, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (and the day after!) with the 6th Annual Lucky\u2019s St. Patrick\u2019s Day Crawl<\/a> in the heart of Ann Arbor. The crawl includes five venues, including The Blue Leprechaun, Ashley\u2019s, Scorekeepers, The Grotto, and a TBA venue! Your ticket purchase includes two drinks, a custom badge and lanyard, exclusive drink and food specials at participating bars, waived covers, and more perks. Purchase your tickets here<\/a> for a St. Patrick\u2019s Day you won\u2019t forget!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n What events are on your calendar this month? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" March marks the beginning of many things \u2014 longer days, slightly warmer temperatures, and blooming trees \u2014 all signs of the start of spring. 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Tree Town Comedy Festival<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Vanessa Carlton<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Seussical the Musical<\/a> | Ypsilanti<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Saline Spring Craft Show<\/a> | Saline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Dvo\u0159\u00e1k Symphony No. 7<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ann Arbor Film Festival<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Home, Garden & Lifestyle Show<\/a> | Saline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ann Arbor Orchid Society Orchid Festival<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Shamrocks & Shenanigans<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Food + Drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Old Time Maple Sugar Festival<\/a> | Chelsea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nLucky\u2019s St. Patrick\u2019s Day Crawl<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
March On!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n