Looking for something to do this week? Check out this list of local events coming up March 24-30, 2026.
Latin Social Dance Workshop — March 25, 2026
On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the Superior branch of the Ypsilanti District Library will host the Latin Social Dance Workshop, a dance and music workshop led by University of Michigan lecturer and theater artist Emilio Rodriguez. The event's page on the library's website states that the workshop will feature music from the musical "Salomé," which celebrates Caribbean and Puerto Rican folklore.
People of all ages are welcome to attend, and no prior dance experience is required, the webpage states. Participants will learn dances at a level suitable for learners of all experience levels.
This workshop will take place from 1-2 p.m. in the Superior Meeting Room at YDL Superior, located at 1900 Harris Road. It is free to attend, and no registration is required.
To learn more about this event, visit its page on the YDL website.
YDL Repair Clinic — March 26, 2026
On Thursday, March 26, 2026, the Michigan Avenue branch of the YDL will host a repair workshop, during which attendees can get help with mending and suggest ideas for future Repair Clinics. The library staff have sewing skills but are eager to learn about what other things community members would like to get help repairing, the event's page on the library's website states.
The Repair Clinic will take place 10-11:30 a.m. in the Michigan Avenue Program Room at 229 W. Michigan Ave. This event is free, and no registration is required. To learn more, visit the event's page on the YDL website or email smorrison@ypsilibrary.org or asmith@ypsilibrary.org.
River Givers Gathering and Trivia in the Watershed — March 26, 2026
On Thursday, March 26, 2026, the Huron River Watershed Council will host the River Givers Gathering, which celebrates the council's 2026 stewardship awardees, the River Givers page on the HRWC's website states. From 4-7 p.m., attendees can connect with fellow community members and learn about the HRWC's initiatives, such as the Pen Dam removal and Trinity Health Ann Arbor natural areas restoration project. This event is free, and no registration is required. It will take place at Corner Brewery at 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti.
Those who would like to try their hand at trivia might also want to stay for Trivia in the Watershed, which will take place at Corner Brewery at 7 p.m. directly after the River Givers Gathering. The trivia questions will test participants' knowledge of the Huron River as well as pop culture and current events. Trivia in the Watershed requires a $35 ticket, which includes a complimentary beverage, light appetizers, the chance to win prizes and a one-year membership in the HRWC. Tickets are available for purchase on the HRWC's website.
To learn more about either of these events, visit the HRWC website at www.hrwc.org or Facebook page at www.facebook.com/huronriver/.
Love, Lather, and Lines — March 28, 2026
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., the Riverside Arts Center will host an arts workshop at which participants will explore self-love through poetry and melt and pour soapmaking. Each participant will make at least one bar of soap to take home and explore themes including self-worth and self-care through guided poetry prompts, the RAC's website states.
A donation of $10 is suggested, but no one will be turned away for a lack of funds. Those interested in attending or learning more should RSVP on the RAC's website at www.riversidearts.org/love-lather-lines/.
The RAC is at 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti.
