Looking for something interesting to do this week? Check out The Eastern Echo's list of upcoming events.
ESL Community Tutoring with Washtenaw Literacy — Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025
Students who speak English as a second language can sharpen their speaking skills by participating in Washtenaw Literacy's ESL Community Tutoring program.
The Ypsilanti District Library hosts the program's tutoring sessions that provide an informal environment where students can practice English for free. Washtenaw Literacy is a nonprofit organization that focuses on helping adult learners develop reading, writing and language skills.
The session will take place 1-2:30 p.m. in the Superior Meeting Room of the library's Superior Township branch office, at 1900 Harris Road in Ypsilanti.
"Othello" — Wednesday–Saturday, Nov. 19-22, 2025
PTD Productions and Brevity Shakespeare present "Othello" by William Shakespeare for another weekend, with performances on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Riverside Arts Center.
Brevity’s stage art perspective aims to bring freshness and inclusivity to Shakespearean stories.
Shakespeare’s classic plot focuses on Othello, a Moorish general serving in the Venetian army who secretly gets married to Desdemona, a rich Venetian lady. But tragedy follows the newlyweds as Desdemona's spurned suitor Roderigo teams up with Othello's assistant Iago to destroy the marriage.
Brevity’s production sets the 90-minute story in 1881 in San Francisco and Santa Catalina, California. Directed by Karl Sikkenga, Brevity Shakespeare reimagines Othello's story as a contemporary tale, designed to offer a fresh perspective and greater audience inclusivity.
The main cast actors are ShaRod Collins (Othello), LeVale Walker (Iago), Indigo Devito (Desdemona), Andrew Saint John (Cassio), Cameron Graham (Roderigo) and Karrie Waarala (Emilia).
Ticket prices are $20 for general admission and $15 for seniors, students and active-duty military. Information about group discounts is available on the PTD Productions website under Additional Information.
Accessible parking and wheelchair seating are offered.
Merchandise is available for purchase on the PTD Productions website.
2025 Holiday Art Fair — Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 22-23, 2025
The Riverside Arts Center is hosting its third annual holiday art fair on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22-23. At this shopping event, patrons can find handmade art, vintage items and self-care products.
The fair is an opportunity for holiday shoppers to find custom gifts for family and friends.
On both days, the fair opens at 11 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m. Participating vendors are listed on the Riverside Arts Center Facebook page in the discussion section.
The entry fee is a suggested donation of $1.
The Riverside Arts Center is at 76 N. Huron St. in Ypsilanti.
Beers with Queers — Monday, Nov. 24, 2025
734 Brewing Company in Ypsilanti's Depot Town is hosting a Monday evening event designed to be a safe space for forgotten communities.
Queer folks and those looking to support a local business while enjoying good company and drinks are invited. The event begins at 6 p.m. and no registration is needed.
As posted on the company's website, the owners and staff of 734 Brewing Company aim to bring people together and create chances for good times.
“Our mission is to extend the reach of craft beverages to forgotten communities and make quality and industry opportunities available to all,” event organizers said on the brewing company's website.
The shop offers both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase.
To see 734 Brewing Company's crafted drink options, visit the store’s website.
