Today
Villa Calcinaia Wine Dinner with Count Niccolo Capponi. 6 p.m. Gratzi, 326 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. Enjoy an evening with our honored guest Count Niccolo Capponi as he presents Villa Calcinaia wines paired perfectly with a five-course dinner. Count Niccolo Capponi is a military and Renaissance scholar, published author and wine maker. The Capponi family history in Florence dates back the 13th century. $79.95. Reservations required: 888-456-3463.

Farmers Market Vendor Highlight Series. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Growing Hope Center, 922 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti. Get tips and advice from one of your favorite growers from the Ypsilanti Farmers Market, Nightshade Army Industries. The event includes a tasting. $15; scholarships are available based on financial need by sending a message to getintouch@growinghope.net. Registration is at www.growinghope.net or 734-786-8401.

Heartland Health BBQ Cook Off. 4:30-7 p.m. Heartland Health Care Center-Ann Arbor, 4701 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor. Heartland of Ann Arbor will host the first annual Heartland Cook Off between two local restaurants Satchels and Red Rock. Cook Off attendees will receive one voting ticket where they will cast their votes by presenting their voting ticket to their favorite booth. The booth ending the day with the most tickets wins bragging rights for the next year.The event will include live music. Free admission. 734-975-2600.

Pittsfield Township Farmers Market. 2-7 p.m. every Thursday June 13 through Oct. 10. Pittsfield Township Administration Building, 6201 W. Michigan Ave., Pittsfield Township. Pittsfield Township will begin hosting a Farmers Market at the Administration Building at the corner of Michigan and Platt. Pittsfield is fully supportive of a Michigan-based product Farmers Market with a focus on providing fresh produce and vegetables, meats, cheeses, eggs, hams, salsas, and bread products from local area farmers. The Pittsfield Farmers Market is a member of the Michigan Farmers Market Association. No admission charge; price of purchases. www.pittsfield-mi.gov.

Friday
Raving about Rieslings. 6 p.m. The Chop House - Ann Arbor, 322 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. Join us for delectable appetizers paired with our sommelier's favorite selection of Rieslings for the summer wine tasting series. $29.95 per person, all inclusive. $29.95. 888-456-3463.

Tap Takeover: Short’s Brewing Co.. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, at the wine and beer bar. Pricing varies; usually $6 for six tastes. 734-997-7500.

Sloppy Joe and Boston Cooler Night. 5-8 p.m. American Legion Post #419, 9807 Whitewood Road, Pinckney. Boston Coolers are $1, Sloppy Joe plates are $2 with additional Sloppy Joes for $1. For more information call 734-878-9522 or 734-341-4249.

Saturday
Pump up the party: Fun, flavorful dips even picky party-goers will love. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor. Fresh ingredients and fabulous flavor combinations are the secrets to Chef Isabella Nicoletti’s success. As the corporate chef of Weight Watchers Group, Chef Isabella will put her signature twist on an array of popular party dips designed to keep people coming back for more. She’ll also offer samples and tips meant to inspire the foodie in every one of us. Recipe take-aways available. Free. 734-997-7500.

An Elegant Summer Evening: Emerals & Ice. 7 p.m. Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest, 1275 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti. The Ann Arbor Chapter of The Links Inc. hosts this event, with proceeds benefiting the Washtenaw County Imagination Library as well as other community service programs. The Washtenaw County Imagination Library provides free books to children once a month, starting at birth through age 5, to encourage families to read. The event includes a strolling dinner and entertainment by the John E. Lawrence Band. $100. www.annarborchapterlinks.com.

Ypsilanti Depot Town Farmers Market 2013. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Depot Town Farmers Market, near Rice and Cross Streets, Ypsilanti. One of Ypsilanti's two farmers markets, run by Growing Hope, featuring 40 vendors selling a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, breads and baked goods, cheese, meats, plants and seedlings, soaps, laundry detergent, and other homemade crafts and jewelry - all grown or made in Michigan. Accepting many forms of payment: cash, SNAP/EBT (Bridge Card), WIC Project FRESH, Senior Market FRESH, Double Up Food Bucks, and credit/debit cards. No admission; price of purchases. www.growinghope.net or 734-786-8401.

Chelsea Farmer’s Market. 8 a.m.-noon on Saturdays through Oct. 26. Downtown Chelsea, on Park Street. The Chelsea Farmer’s Market is a traditional market that has everything from fresh produce (including organics) to hand made crafts. Free projects and crafts will take place at the Children’s Booth on the second Saturday of each month. On May 18: Market Greens Educational Event - Taste of Health. No admission charge; price of purchases. coordinator@chelseafarmersmkt.org.

Saturday Farmers Market. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St., Ann Arbor. Find local produce and food from some of your favorite farmers as well as educational food demos and more. Free admission. Visit www.a2gov.org/market for more information.

Sunday
Annual Halcyon BBQ. 2-9 p.m. Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti. Our annual Halcyon barbecue at the Corner Brewery will feature live DJs, local artists and slow-cooked comfort food to round out your summer. Cousins Vinyl will be on hand with a stockpile of used records for $1 each and a special small-batch beer will be tapped at 2 p.m. for the occasion. Children are allowed with their parents until 9 p.m. No cover charge; price of purchases. 734-480-2739.

Chefs in the Garden. 5-8 p.m. Growing Hope Center, 922 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti. Talented, local chefs dish up seasonal fare during this outdoor dinner party series at the Growing Hope Center's urban farm. August's meal is courtesy of Silvio’s Ristorante Italiana & Pizzeria and Zingerman’s Creamery. Proceeds benefit Growing Hope’s work to help people improve their lives and communities through gardening and healthy food access. All proceeds benefit Growing Hope's work to help people improve their lives and communities through gardening and healthy food access. $65. chefsinthegardenjuly.eventbrite.com.

Country Breakfast. 8-11:30 a.m. American Legion Post #419, 9807 Whitewood Road, Pinckney. $6 for adults, $5 for seniorsm $3 for children 9 and under. 734-878-9522 or 734-341-4249.

Monday
Milan Senior Nutrition Program. 11:45 a.m. Milan Senior & Community Activity Center, 45 Neckel Court, Milan. In partnership with the Washtenaw County Senior Nutrition Program, they offer a nutritionally balanced meal three afternoons a week: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. There is a suggested donation of $2.50 for anyone who is 60 years or older and a fee of $5 for anyone under the age of 60. They do ask for 48 hour advanced reservations. Call or stop by the office.

Tuesday
Roll Your Own Nori. 6-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, in the Lifestyle Center. Master the basic wrapping technique that is essential to making nori rolls. Nori rolls, also called nori maki, are named for the edible seaweed wrapper that is used with seasoned rice and fillings. There will also be a demonstration of easy-to-make miso soup. This is a hands-on class. A nori-roll mat is included in the admission fee. $10. 734-997-7500.

Downtown Ypsilanti Farmers Market 2013. 2-6 p.m. Downtown Ypsilanti Farmers Market, parking lot between the Post Office and the Key Bank Building, downtown Ypsilanti. One of Ypsilanti's two farmers markets, run by Growing Hope, featuring 40 vendors selling a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, breads and baked goods, cheese, meats, plants and seedlings, soaps, laundry detergent, and other homemade crafts and jewelry - all grown or made in Michigan. Accepting many forms of payment: cash, SNAP/EBT (Bridge Card), WIC Project FRESH, Senior Market FRESH, Double Up Food Bucks, and credit/debit cards. No admission charge; price of purchases. www.growinghope.net or 734-786-8401.

Cobblestone Farm Market Day 2013. 4-7 p.m. Cobblestone Farm Center, 2781 Packard St., Ann Arbor. Every Tuesday May 21 through Nov. 5, a farmers market sprouts up on the lawn of Historic Cobblestone Farm in Southeast Ann Arbor. Complete with farm animals, heirloom gardens and a Farmhouse Museum, there is something for the whole family. No admission charge; price of purchases. www.cobblestonefarmmarket.com.

Lunch is Served. Noon-1 p.m. Turner Senior Resource Center, 2401 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor. Repeats every Tuesday and Friday. Reservations are required with two days prior notice. Suggested donation for those over 60 years of age is $2.50, for all others, $5. Call 734-998-9353 for reservations.

Wednesday
Gelato Tasting. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Zingerman's Events on 4th, 415 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor. Join us for an end-of-summer celebration of everyone’s favorite: gelato from Zingerman’s Creamery. We’ll taste through the Creamery’s selection of gelato flavors. We’ll try gelato concoctions like sundaes, malts, and perhaps some alcoholic gelato drinks. To keep a bit of balance we’ll have a few savories to eat too. $30. Reservations required: 734-663-3400.

Wednesday Wine Tasting. 6 p.m. Paesano's Italian Restaurant, 3411 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor. This informal wine tasting allows patrons to sample five up and coming wines from Italy. Joined by one of Paesano's knowledgeable wine purveyors, the staff creates tasty appetizers to accompany the bold flavors. $25. www.paesanosannarbor.com.

The Bushel Basket Farmer’s Market. 2:30-6 p.m. on Wednesdays through October. Chelsea Community Hospital, by the U of M Family Practice Building, 775 S. Main St., Chelsea. The Bushel Basket Market has been open since 2007 and serves the Chelsea Community Hospital service area. Our mission is to provide a variety of local products and produce in a pleasant, easily accessible location to encourage more frequent and wider consumption of fresh healthy foods to the citizens of Chelsea and surrounding communities and to provide a tangible link between health and wellness of these people to their local hospital.Experience food, crafts and fun during special events throughout the summer. No admission charge; price of purchases. coordinator@chelseafarmersmkt.org.

Wednesday Farmers Market. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St., Ann Arbor. Find local produce and food from some of your favorite farmers as well as educational food demos and more. Free admission. Visit www.a2gov.org/market for more information.

Thursday, Aug. 29
Pittsfield Township Farmers Market. 2-7 p.m. every Thursday June 13 through Oct. 10. Pittsfield Township Administration Building, 6201 W. Michigan Ave., Pittsfield Township. Pittsfield Township will begin hosting a Farmers Market at the Administration Building at the corner of Michigan and Platt. Pittsfield is fully supportive of a Michigan-based product Farmers Market with a focus on providing fresh produce and vegetables, meats, cheeses, eggs, hams, salsas, and bread products from local area farmers. The Pittsfield Farmers Market is a member of the Michigan Farmers Market Association. No admission charge; price of purchases. www.pittsfield-mi.gov.

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