Monday, May 4, 7 p.m.

“The Story of Vanilla”: Herb Study Group

Learn about the history of vanilla and its uses for food and fragrance. This event is free to all visitors.

Address: U of M Matthaei Botanical Gardens: 1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Tuesday, May 5, 7 p.m.  

“Community High School Poetry Club feat. Ellen Stone”

Come see Community High’s very own read their original work. There will also be an appearance from CHS teacher Ellen Stone, the club’s advisor. She will talk about her collection, The Solid Living World, which is the winner of the 2013 Michigan Writers Cooperative Press chapbook contest. This event is free.

Address: Bookbound Book Store – 1729 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Wednesday, May 6, 7-9 p.m.

“Cinco De Mayo Dinner: A Night in Campache”: Zingerman’s Roadhouse

Enjoy a dinner taking you on a journey to the Mexican culture of the Yucatán Peninsula which is hosted and cooked by Bob Bennett. He will also talk about Campechano culture and Mayan History. Dinner is $60, and reservations must be made in advance. Beverages are not included in the price.

Menu:

APPETIZERS

Calamares Rellenos

fried calamari stuffed with smoked sausage

Camarones en Chilimole

shrimp served with a charred chili sauce

SOUP

Sopa de Lima

chicken and lime soup

ENTREE

Pompano en Verde

fresh caught pompano served with a tomatillo and parssley sauce

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Carne el Pastor

pineapple and chili marinated sliced pork loin

SIDES

Chile Tamulado

Arroz Negro

DESSERT

Flan de Manzana del Anacardo

cashew apple custard

Address: Zingerman’s Roadhouse: 2501 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Thursday, May 7th, 5-7 p.m.

“Indulge: Fun and Fashion for Moms”: Briarwood Mall

This free Mother’s Day event is an evening full of fashion shows, free giveaways and more.

Address: Briarwood Mall: 100 Briarwood Cir, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Friday, May 8th, 6 p.m.

University of Michigan Baseball vs. Northwestern

Come see the first of a three game series. The second game is Saturday, May 9, at noon, and the third game is Sunday, May 10, at 1 p.m. Tickets are $7 and $8; youth and seniors are $5, and students, staff, faculty and children under 5 are free.

Address: Ray Fisher Stadium: 1114 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Saturday, May 9th, 9 a.m.

“Heart Walk and 5k Run”: American Heart Association Fundraiser

Free walk and timed 5k runs to help raise money to research and educate about heart disease. Pets are welcome at the event. Pledges are recommended, and running costs $35.

Address: Eastern Michigan University: 900 Oakwood St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197