Name: Great Michigan Gathering Watch Party
Start: 2026-10-08
End: 2026-10-08

Family owned and operated, within walking distance of U-M Campus. Offering originality and a wide variety of menu items. prepared in a classic, home-style way. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

aMa Bistro

Getup Vintage offers eclectic, one-of-a-kind vintage pieces including dresses, shoes, hats, coats, and more! Specializing in men's and women's retro styles.

The Getup Vintage

Sleek spot for Japanese specialties such as tempura & udon. Authentic traditional sushi bar serving bento box, shrimp tempura, and teriyaki. A variety of sushi and sashimi selections, like yam yam roll and spider roll. Enjoy their dishes artfully prepared by master chefs.

Totoro

This premier state-of-the-art theater hosts grand operas and sweeping dramas. Opened in 1971, the interior was designed by Jo Mielziner, and echoes his work in the Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center. The Power Center for the Performing Arts combines massive concrete columns and mirrored glass with ancient forms.

University of Michigan Power Center for the Performing Arts

Designed by renowned architect, C. Howard Crane, the State Theatre is an Art Deco community staple of Ann Arbor.

Neighboring the Michigan Theater since 1942, the State Theatre has since grown from one humble screen to four, maintaining its historical charm and commitment to film quality under Marquee Art’s renovation.

You will modern art films, classics, blockbusters and more. View their website to view the schedule of films currently showing at the State Theatre!

State Theatre

Pitaya carries trendy women's apparel, shoes and accessories. All Pitaya brand clothing is made in the United States.

Pitaya

Family owned and operated, offering dishes with flavors from India. Whether mild, medium, or spiky, each dish is individually prepared by expert chefs.

Taste of India

Cheery parlor dishes up an massive list of classic & imaginative ice cream & frozen yogurt flavors. Michigan Creamery is a family owned ice cream and sweet shop whose Ice Cream journey began when they opened their first store in 2007, in the small town of Dexter, located just outside Ann Arbor.

They have continued their journey in buying Stucchi's Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt on State Street, now named Michigan Creamery.

Michigan Creamery

Sava’s began as a humble 23 seat café across from our current space on State Street. We started small, every year adding, changing, and engaging with our guests to achieve an atmosphere and menus that were unmatched in their authenticity and creativity. Sava’s has terroir. It is a local restaurant serving the best the region offers while pushing the conventional boundaries all along the way.

Sava's

The Ann Arbor Art Fair is one of Michigan’s finest summer traditions and one of the largest outdoor art fairs in the nation. The streets of Ann Arbor will transform into an art lover’s paradise where you can experience and enjoy original works of art, street performances, culinary treats and a variety of sidewalk sales.

Ann Arbor Street Art Fair The Original

The [Ann Arbor Sports Commission](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/ "Ann Arbor Sports Commission") works diligently to improve the quality of life through sports for all of Washtenaw County. The [Ann Arbor area](https://www.annarbor.org/ "Ann Arbor area") attracts both sports enthusiasts and participants alike. Thanks to its [easy accessibility](https://www.annarbor.org/plan/getting-here-getting-around/ "easy accessibility"), [wide range of facilities](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/facilities-venues/ "wide range of facilities") available and variety of [dining](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "dining") & [entertainment](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/ "entertainment") options, the Ann Arbor area is a favorite of sporting event organizations. The area has a rich sporting culture seeding in the history of two Division 1 athletic programs ([University of Michigan](https://www.annarbor.org/university-of-michigan/ "University of Michigan") and Eastern Michigan University) and several other small institutions. The Ann Arbor Sports was formed to attract amateur sporting events to the Ann Arbor region by assisting organizers every step of the way.

Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, a [foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "foodie's paradise"), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/ "walkable downtown") bursting with [world-class arts and culture](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/ "world-class arts and culture"). Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant network of [communities across Washtenaw County](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/ "communities across Washtenaw County"). With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

Ann Arbor Sports Commission

Join the Institute for the Humanities as we tune in to The Great Michigan Gathering Watch Party, a statewide event hosted by the Michigan Humanities Council from the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation in Dearborn.  
  
The watch party marks the launch of The Great Michigan Gathering, a new three-year initiative designed to strengthen connections, spark meaningful conversations, and build community across Michigan. Developed after more than a year of listening to communities and stakeholders throughout the state, the initiative responds to a clear message from Michiganders: people are looking for more opportunities to come together, engage across differences, and create a stronger sense of belonging.  
  
To kick off the initiative, bestselling author, facilitator, educator, and strategic advisor Priya Parker will share insights from her acclaimed book, The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters. Parker's work explores how intentional gatherings—from meetings and classrooms to community events and celebrations—can foster deeper relationships and more meaningful dialogue.  
  
Whether you're interested in community building, leadership, event planning, or simply curious about how we can create stronger connections in our daily lives, this watch party offers fresh ideas and practical inspiration. Join us as we watch the live event together and take part in a statewide conversation about the power of gathering with purpose.

Great Michigan Gathering Watch Party

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