Community Calendar

Visit the Argus Museum from August 24th to September 25th to view "What's Goin On" by Melanie Stengel. The opening reception will be September 4th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Light refreshments will be provided.

Artist statement:

"I've always felt the best photographs are felt as much as seen. As a person with ADHD, I've been lucky to find a vehicle to follow my curiosity down a host of diverse roads. I hope my photographs evoke a sense of curiosity in others and, sometimes, empathy as well."

Images will be color, black and white, and infrared.

The Argus Museum is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The Museum is not open on weekends.

Is your business ready to stand out on social media? Do you want to create engaging video content but feel intimidated by the process? Join BrightWorks Coworking for a free, hands-on workshop designed to help you push past the "cringe" and start filming with confidence.

This interactive session is tailored specifically for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and aspiring content creators. You will learn the practical steps needed to turn your smartphone into a powerful marketing tool. Led by industry experts Jessi Greenlee (That’s Good Marketing) and Shriti Chowdhury (Oxford Companies), this workshop covers the essential skills required to produce professional-looking video content for your brand.

What You Will Learn:
Fundamental Techniques: How to effectively film people, places, and products using your smartphone.
Creative Variety: Methods for incorporating movement and keeping your audience engaged.
Strategic Decision Making: Understanding when to refine your footage and when it is better to reshoot.
Gear Essentials: Which accessories are actually useful and which you can skip.
Building Confidence: How to overcome the discomfort of being on camera and find your authentic voice.

Event Details:
Date: Monday, Aug. 24
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: BrightWorks Coworking, 777 Building, Ann Arbor, MI

This event is free to the public, but advance registration is requested. Please bring your smartphone to participate in the hands-on exercises.

Free Live Music: Rob Crozier and The Habit Jazz Collective
Looking for live jazz in the Ann Arbor and Detroit area? We have you covered and the best part is that there is absolutely no cover.
Lock this event into your local music calendar. Rob Crozier and the Habit Jazz Collective are bringing their energy, tight grooves, and improvisations to the stage. Led by bassist Rob Crozier, this collective blends classic jazz sensibilities with a modern, soulful twist.
Whether you are a lifelong Michigan jazz fan or just looking for a cool local vibe to kick back with, this is the place to be. Live music with zero admission fee means you have a great opportunity to experience the talent thriving in the Detroit and Ann Arbor jazz scene.
Hit the link below for full venue details and set times. Come out, support the venue, and keep the live groove alive!
Need entertainment for your next private party, corporate function, or wedding? Rob Crozier and the Habit Jazz Collective are available for hire and ready to bring live music straight to your event.

Visit the Argus Museum from August 24th to September 25th to view "What's Goin On" by Melanie Stengel. The opening reception will be September 4th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Light refreshments will be provided.

Artist statement:

"I've always felt the best photographs are felt as much as seen. As a person with ADHD, I've been lucky to find a vehicle to follow my curiosity down a host of diverse roads. I hope my photographs evoke a sense of curiosity in others and, sometimes, empathy as well."

Images will be color, black and white, and infrared.

The Argus Museum is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The Museum is not open on weekends.

Join the BrightWorks community for our inaugural Silent Book Club—a welcoming, low-pressure gathering designed for readers who want to unplug, enjoy some quiet time, and connect with fellow book lovers.

Unlike traditional book clubs, there are no assigned books, required preparation, or formal discussions. Simply bring whatever you are currently reading—whether it’s a physical book, ebook, graphic novel, or audiobook—and enjoy an hour of uninterrupted reading.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, August 25
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: BrightWorks Forest Cove, 3027 Miller Road, Ann Arbor
Evening Schedule
6:00 p.m.: Arrival, snacks/drinks, and socializing.
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: An uninterrupted hour of silent reading.
7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.: Optional social time to exchange book recommendations or continue reading.

This event is free, open to the public, and does not require a BrightWorks membership.

Please RSVP to secure your spot: http://eventbrite.com/e/silent-book-club-at-brightworks-tickets-1994246123840

Join the BrightWorks community for our inaugural Silent Book Club—a welcoming, low-pressure gathering designed for readers who want to unplug, enjoy some quiet time, and connect with fellow book lovers.

Unlike traditional book clubs, there are no assigned books, required preparation, or formal discussions. Simply bring whatever you are currently reading—whether it’s a physical book, ebook, graphic novel, or audiobook—and enjoy an hour of uninterrupted reading.

Event Details
Date: Tuesday, August 25
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: BrightWorks Forest Cove, 3027 Miller Road, Ann Arbor

Evening Schedule

6:00 p.m.: Arrival, snacks/drinks, and socializing.
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: An uninterrupted hour of silent reading.
7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.: Optional social time to exchange book recommendations or continue reading.

This event is free, open to the public, and does not require a BrightWorks membership.

Please RSVP to secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/silent-book-club-at-brightworks-tickets-1994246123840

Free Live Music: Rob Crozier and The Habit Jazz Collective
Looking for live jazz in the Ann Arbor and Detroit area? We have you covered and the best part is that there is absolutely no cover.
Lock this event into your local music calendar. Rob Crozier and the Habit Jazz Collective are bringing their energy, tight grooves, and improvisations to the stage. Led by bassist Rob Crozier, this collective blends classic jazz sensibilities with a modern, soulful twist.
Whether you are a lifelong Michigan jazz fan or just looking for a cool local vibe to kick back with, this is the place to be. Live music with zero admission fee means you have a great opportunity to experience the talent thriving in the Detroit and Ann Arbor jazz scene.
Hit the link below for full venue details and set times. Come out, support the venue, and keep the live groove alive!
Need entertainment for your next private party, corporate function, or wedding? Rob Crozier and the Habit Jazz Collective are available for hire and ready to bring live music straight to your event.

Visit the Argus Museum from August 24th to September 25th to view "What's Goin On" by Melanie Stengel. The opening reception will be September 4th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Light refreshments will be provided.

Artist statement:

"I've always felt the best photographs are felt as much as seen. As a person with ADHD, I've been lucky to find a vehicle to follow my curiosity down a host of diverse roads. I hope my photographs evoke a sense of curiosity in others and, sometimes, empathy as well."

Images will be color, black and white, and infrared.

The Argus Museum is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The Museum is not open on weekends.

Free Live Music: Rob Crozier and The Habit Jazz Collective
Looking for live jazz in the Ann Arbor and Detroit area? We have you covered and the best part is that there is absolutely no cover.
Lock this event into your local music calendar. Rob Crozier and the Habit Jazz Collective are bringing their energy, tight grooves, and improvisations to the stage. Led by bassist Rob Crozier, this collective blends classic jazz sensibilities with a modern, soulful twist.
Whether you are a lifelong Michigan jazz fan or just looking for a cool local vibe to kick back with, this is the place to be. Live music with zero admission fee means you have a great opportunity to experience the talent thriving in the Detroit and Ann Arbor jazz scene.
Hit the link below for full venue details and set times. Come out, support the venue, and keep the live groove alive!
Need entertainment for your next private party, corporate function, or wedding? Rob Crozier and the Habit Jazz Collective are available for hire and ready to bring live music straight to your event.

Visit the Argus Museum from August 24th to September 25th to view "What's Goin On" by Melanie Stengel. The opening reception will be September 4th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Light refreshments will be provided.

Artist statement:

"I've always felt the best photographs are felt as much as seen. As a person with ADHD, I've been lucky to find a vehicle to follow my curiosity down a host of diverse roads. I hope my photographs evoke a sense of curiosity in others and, sometimes, empathy as well."

Images will be color, black and white, and infrared.

The Argus Museum is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The Museum is not open on weekends.