Today Westside Farmers Market. 3-7 p.m. Zingerman's Roadhouse, 2501 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor. 25 vendors. CSA pickups for Two Creeks Organics, Zilke Vegetable Farm, Pregitzer Farm Market, Down on the Farm (the Amish Community cooperative), and Our Family Farm. Thursdays through September. Vendors accept Bridge Cards. 734-663-FOOD.

Thursday Night Rush Hour Relief at the Wine Bar. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Pkwy., Ann Arbor, at the wine bar. Each Thursday evening, experts lead an exploration of wine, cheese and appetizers. This week's topic: 90 Point Rated Wines. $17.

Eat Your Veggies! 5:30-7 p.m. Ellen Thompson Women's Health Center, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital 5320 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti. A well-balanced vegetarian diet including a variety of whole grains, vegetables, legumes, fruits and nuts has many health benefits. Learn how nutritious and delicious meat-free meals can be, while preparing dishes from around the world. $45. Registration required at www.aareced.com or 734-994-2300, ext. 53203.

Summer Tomatoes: Soups, Salads, and Sauces with Bill Loomis. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Whole Foods, 3135 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor. Discover a delicious Tomato Bisque, an Asian-style Tomato Salad, Salsa, Italian Stuffed Tomatoes, and even an elegant Tomato Dessert. $35. Registration is required at www.aareced.com or 734-994-2300, ext. 53203.

Micro Madness Beer Tasting. 7-9 p.m. Arbor Brewing Co., 114 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor. For the August tasting, ABC tips its hat to the amazing American craft beer industry and select around two dozen of their favorite micro-brewed beers paired with an appetizer buffet. $25 in advance, $30 on the day of the event. 734-213-1393.

Friday Washtenaw Farmers Market. Noon-5:30 p.m. Gji's Sweet Shoppe, 3368 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor. Buy produce from local farmers. 734-369-3012.

Michigan Beer Tasting: Short's Brewing Co. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Pkwy., Ann Arbor, at the wine bar. We’ll celebrate Shorts’ beers crafted in Bellaire, Mich. $3 pints. wholefoodsmarket.com store calendar.

Spaghetti Dinner at American Legion Post #419. 5-8 p.m. Pinckney Memorial Post #419, 9807 Whitewood Road, Pinckney. $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $3 for children 9 and younger. 734-878-9522 or (734) 341-4249.

ABC Anniversary Street Party. 5-11 p.m. Arbor Brewing Co., 114 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor. Come celebrate the pub’s 15 years of providing amazing, hand-crafted beers. Live music & grilled food. No cover. 734-213-1393.

Saturday Secrets of Better Barbecue. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Chelsea District Library, 221 S. Main St., Chelsea. Nationally recognized chef Alex Young of Zingerman's Roadhouse will teach a grilling workshop in the Reading Garden. Free. Registration required at 734-475-8732 or go to chelsea.lib.mi.us and click on the ‘calendar’ tab. Summer Reading BBQ Party. 12:30-2 p.m. Chelsea District Library, 221 S. Main St., Chelsea, in the Reading Garden. Join Chef Alex Young of Zingerman's Roadhouse and the Chelsea District Library for a big grill-out to celebrate the end of the Do-It-Yourself Summer! Grilled main dishes, side dishes, and beverages catered by the Roadhouse. Free, drop in. 734-475-8732.

Party Like It's 1995 and ABC Open House. 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Arbor Brewing Co. 114 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor. Come join ABC in celebrating its 15-year anniversary. No cover. Open house for investors, staff, alumni and Mug Club members with free refreshments from 5 to 7 p.m. ABC will offer throwback prices for the general public ($3.50 large beers) all day. 734-213-1393. Basic Knife Skills. 1-4 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Learn how to sharpen and care for your knives, as well as proper use. Practice of the fundamental cuts for vegetables -- mince, dice, brunoise, batonnet, and julienne -- as well as breaking down a whole chicken. $60. 734-645-1030.

Sunday enerGie Sundays: Food, Music, Drinks. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Melange Bistro Wine Bar, 314 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. Hosted by Gerald White International LLC, attend Sunday Brunch with Ann Arbor's most enterprising personalities. Repeats every third Sunday. RSVP to events@geraldwhiteintl.com or call 734-222-0202.

Sunday Beer Brunch. 1-3 p.m. Arbor Brewing Co., 114 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor. ABC will be offering five delicious homemade courses and special beer tastings hosted by Matt & Rene Greff. Tickets are $40 and must be purchased in advance. 734-213-1393.

Creative Cooks Contest. 2 p.m. Ypsilanti District Library - Whittaker Road Branch, 5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti. Children ages 18 and younger are invited to enter the Creative Cooks Contest. Bring entries with recipes attached to the Whittaker Road Youth Department by 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Free. Register at 734-482-4110 ext. 1340.

Tuesday Downtown Ypsilanti Farmers' Market. 2-6 p.m. Downtown Ypsilanti, on Ferris Street between Adams and Hamilton. This outdoor farm market features produce and other goods from local farmers and runs through the end of October. www.daypsi.com/special_events.

Making Salsas and Relishes. 2:30 p.m. Ypsilanti District Library - Michigan Avenue Branch, 229 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti. Let a local chef show you how to create hot salsas and savory relishes. Afterward stop by the downtown farmers market to pick up ingredients. Free. Registration is required at 734-482-4110 ext. 1385. Dinner On The Grill. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Join in for a wonderful meal as we are right in the thick of grilling season. You'll discuss grilling basics, including safety, direct and indirect cooking, tools to use, and more. Menu: Grilled Zucchini with Romesco Sauce and Hazelnuts; Ribeye Steak with Chimichurri; Grilled Corn and Sweet Onion Salad; Fresh Peach Ice Cream. $65. 734-645-1030.

Wednesday Wednesday Wine Tasting. 6-7 p.m. Paeasano’s, 3411 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor. Join the staff at Paesano’s for their regular Wednesday wine tasting. $17. 734-971-0484.

Kids Club Cooking Class: Watermelon Wonderfulness. 3-4:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Whole Foods, 3135 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor. Children ages 3 to 12 are invited to join Jamie as she demonstrates how to make delicious Watermelon Lemonade, Popsicles and Fruit shish kabobs. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required at the Customer Service Desk or at 734-975-4500.

The Kenyan Promise Kick-Off Party. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Frenchie's, 54 E. Cross St., Ypsilanti. Join in and bring a friend as they kick off efforts to improve education in rural Kenya. Appetizers and cash bar available. No cover but donations welcome. 734-483-1035. www.thekenyanpromise.org.

The Sustainable Kitchen Series: Think Inside the CSA Box. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Join in for the Sustainable Kitchen Series, where there will be a get together on most Wednesday evenings and give you lots of recipe ideas, not to mention practical hands-on experience in preparing them. $65. Register online at www.AnnArborCooks.com or call 734‐645‐1030.

Aug. 19 Westside Farmers Market. 3-7 p.m. Zingerman's Roadhouse, 2501 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor. 25 vendors. Thursdays, through September. Vendors accept Bridge Cards. 734-663-FOOD.

Thursday Night Rush Hour Relief at the Wine Bar. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Pkwy., Ann Arbor, at the wine bar. Each Thursday evening, experts lead an exploration of wine, cheese and appetizers. This week's topic: Francis Ford Coppola Winery: Part Two. $17. Manchester Farmers Market. 3-7 p.m. Downtown Manchester, corner of Adrian and Main Streets, Manchester. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, farmers market is open through September. 734-476-4565.

Coney Dog and Root Beer Float Night. 5-8 p.m. American Legion Post #419, 9807 Whitewood Road, Pinckney. $1. Call 734-878-9522 or 734-341-4249.

Soft-Shell Crabs 101. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Unlock the mystery of this perennial summertime favorite: Menu: Classic Soft-Shell Crab Sandwich with Basil Pesto Dressing; Tempura Soft-Shell Crabs; Cornmeal-Crusted Soft-Shell Crabs; Corn Salad; Jicama Slaw. $65. 734-645-1030.

- To submit events for this calendar, e-mail Sarah Rigg at sarahrigg@yahoo.com.