Calendar of Events

Recreational Activities

Monday November 2009

"Back Roads Ramble": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Mon. Slow-paced ride, 12-35 miles, along dirt and gravel roads to Independence Lake and other low-traffic destinations. meet at 960 Forest Rd. off Country Club Dr., Barton Hills. Free. 761-2885 & 663-5060.

Thursday November 2009

"Thanksgiving Democratic Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

The assembled riders determine the ride's pace and destination. All invited. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 904-6431.

Friday November 2009

"Whitmore Lake Coffee Break": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Fri. Slow-paced 20-mile ride to Gloria's Restaurant in Whitmore Lake. meet at Olson Park, Dhu Varren at Pontiac Tr. Free. 663-4498.

"Turkey Burnoff Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

The assembled riders determine their own pace, distance, and destination. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 904-6431.

Saturday November 2009

"Dexter Breakfast Ride": Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Sat. Beginner-friendly slow-paced (22 miles) and moderate/fast-paced (30-80 miles) round-trip rides to the Dexter Bakery. A very popular ride. Also on Sat.: "Sunrise Saturday Ride" (sunrise, Wheeler Park), a very slow-paced 22-mile ride (662-0205, 971-9201) to Dexter for breakfast and back. Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone, and snacks. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St., or at Barton Park, Huron River Dr. Free. For information, call 996-9461 (Nov. 7 ride), 761-5959 (Nov. 14), 426-5116 (Nov. 21), 996-4985 (Nov. 28).

Draw Doubles: Local 101 Disc Golf Club.

Every Sat. All invited to play disc golf at one of Hudson Mills Metropark's 24-hole courses. Beginners are paired with advanced players to create parity. Prizes. Golf discs available free. Hudson Mills Metropark Activity Center, 8801 North Territorial Rd. (between Dexter-Pinckney Rd. & Huron River Dr.), Dexter. $5 per player; free for spectators. $4 vehicle entrance fee. 449-4300.

"4th Annual Turkey Burn Workout": Quest Martial Arts.

All age 12 and over invited for a kick boxing-style workout. Kids ages 12-17 must be accompanied by a parent. Wear workout clothes and socks. Quest Martial Arts, 2111 Packard. Free. 332-1800.

Sunday November 2009

"A2Sunday Runners": Two Dogs Running.

Every Sun. All invited to join informal runs of 5-7 miles along various scenic routes. meet at Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, Kerrytown. Free. 657-0214.

Sunday Rides: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society.

Every Sun. Today: "Last Sunday Brunch Ride of 2009," 22-, 29-, 40-, 60-, and 70-mile rides (996-4985), at various speeds, to the Lighthouse Cafe in Dexter for breakfast. meet at Wheeler Park, N. Fourth Ave. at Depot St. Free. 904-6431 unless otherwise noted.

Ultimate Frisbee: H.A.C. Ultimate.

Every Sun. All invited to a very relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. Mitchell Field, south side of Fuller Rd. just west of Bonisteel. Free. 846-9418.

"Turkey Trek": Of Global Interest.

Local adventure tour guide Heather O'Neal leads a 6-mile hike from the Old West Side neighborhood to the Huron River and back, with a potluck dinner at picnic tables along the way. Bring a dish to share, your own beverages, and water. Table service provided. meet at 120 Eighth St. Free. 369-3107.

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