Elegy for the Aut Bar: A Film Screening and Discussion

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Date(s): Monday, June 29, 2026
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Venue: Downtown Branch of AADL
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Join us for a screening of a short documentary film about one of Ann Arbor’s most beloved LGBTQ+ hangouts, the Aut Bar. Directed by Peter Sparling, the film introduces the bar’s founders, Martin Contreras and Keith Orr, and their role in creating a vital space for Ann Arbor’s queer community.

After the screening, Martin and Keith will share their reflections on Ann Arbor’s queer scene, past and present. They will be joined by former Braun Court business owners Linda Lombardini and Sandi Smith, who are also featured in the film.

For teens & adults. Held in First Floor Lobby,

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💙🎟	July 26 4:30pm	NYICFF: Pride at Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor MI
💙🆓🎟	July 27 7:00pm-8:15pm	Teen & Adult Banned Book Club at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🆓	July 29 6:30pm-7:30pm	The Big Gay Read \| Horror Movie Trivia at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	July 31 6:00pm-7:30pm	The Big Gay Read \| Community Craft Night at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
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