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Events in October 2024
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October 14, 2024
Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
Every Mon.–Fri. (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin, North Campus. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Weekly Rehearsal: Women’s Chamber Chorus
Every Mon., Sept. 9–Dec. 9. All invited to join this independent 30-member local women’s chorus to sing an eclectic program including classical, folk, Broadway, pop, and jazz. Ben Gaughran directs; Joshua Marzan accompanies. Concert Dec. 13. 9:30–11:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church rear ground level, 1432 Washtenaw. Free to visitors ($175 per semester for those who join). annringia@gmail.com, womenschamberchorus.com.
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“Monday Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Mon. Slow/moderate-paced 23-mile ride to Independence Lake on mostly dirt roads. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. (412) 302–9960.
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“Historic Ann Arbor: An Architectural Guide”: Ann Arbor City Club Lunch and Learn
Ann Arbor historians Patrick McCauley and Susan Wineberg discuss the topic of their 2014 book. Lunch. 11:30 a.m., City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $42 (members, $28); includes lunch. Reservations required by Oct. 11 by emailing info@annarborcityclub.org or (734) 662–3279.
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events at michmed.org/tswp. (734) 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Tai-Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12–12:30 p.m.), online.
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"Walking Off the Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events at michmed.org/tswp. (734) 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Walking off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.), online.
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Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org or calling.
Bridge (Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m.), duplicate non-sanctioned. $5; members, $3. Preregistration required.
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Euchre: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events at michmed.org/tswp. (734) 998–9353, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Euchre (Mon. 1–3 p.m.).
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Drop-In Knitting: Spun
Every Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.) & 1–3 p.m. (Sun.), Spun, 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
Every Mon. Moderate-paced 20-mile ride to Dexter and back, often with a rest stop along the way. Riders must wear a helmet and bring water and supplies to fix a flat tire. 6 p.m. (nonmembers must come 10 minutes early to sign a club waiver), Barton Nature Area. 1010 W. Huron River Dr. Free. annarborveloclub.org.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
Every Tues., Thurs., Sat., & Mon. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), an interval-based training run (Tues.), or a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). 6 p.m. (Tues.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower; & 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Dimensional Weaving”: Ann Arbor Fiber Arts Guild
Bloomington (IN) fiber artist Martina Celerin discusses her work that combines weaving with needle felting and found objects to create whimsical, ornate 3D tapestries. The evening begins with socializing. Guests welcome. 6:30 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 2nd flr. Gathering Rm. (elevator access), 2501 W. Liberty. Free. annarborfiberarts.org.
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“With Love, Mommie Dearest: The Making of An Unintentional Camp Classic”: Literati Bookstore
Culture writer A. Ashley Hoff discusses his new book about the filming of the 1981 Joan Crawford biopic, Mommie Dearest. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG).
Mon. (6:30 p.m.): Just Another Modern Monday. Powerful cards for experienced players, with prizes. $10.
Tues. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Pauper. A fun and fast format for all skill levels. $5.
Wed. (5 p.m.): Casual Commander. The most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Standard Showdown. Play with competitive tournament rules. $10.
Fri. (6:30 p.m.): Friday Night Magic. Cost varies.
Sat. (6 p.m.): Casual Commander Pods. For groups of 4 players. Free.
Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. sylvanfactory.com, (734) 929–5877.
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“Meanwhile, South of the Border: The French Attempt to Take Over Mexico, 1862-1867”: Ann Arbor Civil War Round Table
Kalamazoo Civil War Round Table president David Jordan discusses the Second Franco-Mexican War. 7 p.m., Trinity Health (old St. Joe’s) Administrative Bldg., Education Center Auditorium, 5305 Elliott Dr. (off McAuley Dr. from Huron River Dr.). jfepperson@gmail.com or tomnanzig@gmail.com. Free. aacwrt.org.
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“Rear Window”: Michigan Theater
Michigan Theater. Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; MTF members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. (734) 668–8397. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Oct. 14: “Rear Window” (Alfred Hitchcock, 1954). A homebound photographer witnesses a possible murder and decides to solve the crime with the help of his girlfriend. Among Hitchcock’s tautest and most fully realized thrillers. James Stewart, Grace Kelly. 7 p.m.
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Large Ensemble Meeting: Ann Arbor Recorder Society
All beginning and advanced players of the recorder and other early instruments invited to play mostly Renaissance music, directed by viol teacher and early music specialist Janet Cannon. Bring your own music stand. 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church basement music rm. (enter by the back door), 1501 W. Liberty. Free to visitors (yearly dues for those who join). a2recordersociety.org.
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Scandinavian Music Jam
Oct. 14 & 28. Bruce Sagan leads an acoustic jam session devoted to traditional music from Sweden and Norway. All instruments welcome, no experience necessary. 7:30–9:30 p.m., for location, email bsagan@msu.edu. Free.
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Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
Every Mon. Learn to dance jigs, reels, and strathspeys. All dances taught. Usually with live music by Susie Lorand, Josh Burdick, and friends. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Genesis of Ann Arbor, 2309 Packard St., $10 cash at the door (first time free). tartanandthistlescd@gmail.com, (734) 274–0773.
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Comedy Open Mic: The Blind Pig
Every Mon. Performances from up to 15 aspiring stand-up comics from around the state. Local comics emcee. To perform, sign up by sending a message on Instagram, bit.ly/comedyblindpig. Age 21 & up only. Doors open at 8. 8:30–9:30 p.m., the Blind Pig, 208 S. First. Free. (734) 996–8555.
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