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March 18, 2024

"Rise and Shine Exercise": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
9:00 am - 10:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
"Rise and Shine Exercise": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth. bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. (734) 8222120. Weekly events run Jan. 9Mar. 31. Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Check meeting status before coming.

Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 910 a.m.).

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“Healthy Living”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
10:00 am - 11:00 am Observer EditorObserver Editor
“Healthy Living”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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2401 Plymouth Rd. Talks for seniors.

Mar. 13 (1011:30 a.m.): “Tips for Building Strong Bones as We Age.” With U-M Turner geriatric fellow Sara Margosian. Free.

Mar. 18 (1011 a.m.): “Kitchen Clinic: Roots, Bulbs, Tubers 2.” Cooking demonstration, $10, preregistration required by calling (734) 883–7513.

Mar. 20 (23:30 p.m.): “SmartTek.” Talk about the latest automotive high-tech safety features.

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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times). Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open play. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m.), Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m.), and Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m.). Free.

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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
10:30 am - 11:30 am Observer EditorObserver Editor
Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Every Mon.–Fri. (different times). Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m. & Thurs. 11 a.m.), Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m. & Wed. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m.), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.). Free.

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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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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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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree, OnlineOnline
Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m. via Zoom).

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Weekly Rehearsal: Women’s Chamber Chorus
12:15 pm - 2:15 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Weekly Rehearsal: Women’s Chamber Chorus
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Every Mon., Jan. 22–Apr. 22. 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 in late April. 12:15–2:15 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1432 Washtenaw. Free to visitors ($125 per semester for those who join). womenschamberchorus.com, (734) 665–9271. 

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"Walking Off the Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree, OnlineOnline
"Walking Off the Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Walking Off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m. via Zoom).

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Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling.

Bridge (Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m.), duplicate nonsanctioned. $3; members, $2. Preregistration required.

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Bridge: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Bridge: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth. bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. (734) 8222120. Weekly events run Jan. 9Mar. 31. Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Check meeting status before coming.

Bridge (Mon. & Fri. 12:30–3:30 p.m.).

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Euchre: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Euchre: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Euchre (Mon. 1–3 p.m.).

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Mah-jongg: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Mah-jongg: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth. bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. (734) 8222120. Weekly events run Jan. 9Mar. 31. Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Check meeting status before coming.

Mah-jongg (Mon. 1–3 p. m. & Tues. 10 a.m.–noon).

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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
1:20 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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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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Easter Bunny: Briarwood Mall
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor
Easter Bunny: Briarwood Mall
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Mar. 8–30 (2–7 p.m. Mon–Sat. & noon–6 p.m. Sun.). A chance to take photos ($40–$50) with the Easter Bunny. Mar. 10 is “Pet Photo Night” (5:45–8 p.m.) for 4-legged, leashed, friendly pets that weigh less than 60 lbs. A session for kids with special needs is held on Mar. 17, 10 a.m.–noon. To reserve an appointment see shopbriarwood.com. Free admission. (734) 769–9610. 

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“Conversations on Europe”: U-M Center for European Studies Lecture Series
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Conversations on Europe”: U-M Center for European Studies Lecture Series
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Mar. 4 & 18. Talks by visiting scholars, followed by Q&A. Mar. 4:  University of Pittsburgh German film and cultural studies professor Randall Halle on “Seeing European Developmentalism: The Transition from Colonial Rule to Foreign Aid Across European Media.” Mar. 18: School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences (Paris) history professor Sabina Loriga on “Italy: Strategies for De-Demonizing Fascism.” 4–5:30 p.m., 555 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 764-0351.

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U-M Science, Technology, & Society Program Speaker Series
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U-M Science, Technology, & Society Program Speaker Series
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Mar. 18 & 25. Talks by U-M and visiting scholars. Mar. 18: “Taking Things Apart: Settler Infrastructures and Arts of Closure on the Upper Mississippi River,” a talk by University of Minnesota geography professor Bruce Braun on growing efforts to dismantle crumbling infrastructure. Mar. 25: “The Languages of Babylonian Astronomical Science,” a talk by U-M Middle East studies professor Jay Crisostomo. 4 p.m., 1014 Tisch Hall, 435 State. Free. (734) 763–2066.

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Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club
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Every Mon. All invited to play the classic word game, using the 5th-edition Scrabble dictionary. Bring your own set, if you like. 5–9 p.m., Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti. Free. meetup.com/ann-arbor-scrabble-meetup. burrbarr7@hotmail.com.

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“Intro to 3D Printing”: Ann Arbor District Library
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Intro to 3D Printing”: Ann Arbor District Library
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All invited to learn about the library’s 3D printing resources and basics of 3D design, then print an item to take home. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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“An Evening with Kara Swisher and Mary Barra”: U-M Wallace House
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“An Evening with Kara Swisher and Mary Barra”: U-M Wallace House
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General Motors CEO Barra is joined by award-winning technology journalist Swisher to discuss Swisher’s new book about the failings of the tech industry, Burn Book: A Tech Love Story, Detroit’s role in the electric vehicle revolution, the dynamics of legacy companies, and making strategic bets on future technologies. 6–7:30 p.m., Rackham Auditorium. Free, preregistration requested at tinyurl.com/ford-3-18-24, (734) 998–7666.

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“Learn to Create a Super Search Puzzle”: Ann Arbor District Library
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Learn to Create a Super Search Puzzle”: Ann Arbor District Library
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A chance for adults and teens to make a challenging hexagonal word search puzzle. 6–7 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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AMPteam Monthly Outing
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AMPteam Monthly Outing: ARROW Communications, Inc.
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ARROW Mobile & Portable Team (AMPteam) local club’s monthly outdoor Amateur Radio gathering occurs year-long, rain or shine. We gather at a common location, set up and operate portable amateur (ham) radio stations, providing an opportunity to hone skills in rapid and efficient field deployment of stations in the field, in what are oftentimes non-optimum conditions. Consult website for more information.

Vern Campbell Park & "Field of Dreams", 13633 Sanford Rd. ,Milan, MI 48160. Free. jjn@nuge.com https://w8rp.org/activities/amp-outings/ (734)649-0850.

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Drop-In Knitting: Spun
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
Drop-In Knitting: Spun
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Every Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 1–3 p.m. (Sun.) & 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.), Spun, 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.

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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Sat., Mon., Tues., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join an advanced or beginner group run (Sat.), a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti; & 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.

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Kids Gaming Meetup: Sylvan Factory
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Kids Gaming Meetup: Sylvan Factory
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Every Mon. (6–8 p.m.). Kids ages 8–12 invited to drop in to play popular tabletop role-playing games. Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. $5. Preregistration required at sylvanfactory.com, (734) 929–5877. 

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“Adam’s Rib”: Michigan Theater
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“Adam’s Rib”: Michigan Theater
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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. For updated schedule, see michtheater.org. 

Mar. 18: “Adam’s Rib” (1949). This classic romantic comedy-drama about the battle of the sexes stars Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn as married lawyers who oppose each other in court over a case of a wife (a spot-on Judy Holliday) who shoots her adulterous husband in the shoulder. The sixth Tracy-Hepburn pairing. 6:30 p.m.

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“Emerging Writers Workshop: Share Your Words”: Ann Arbor District Library
6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Observer EditorObserver Editor, FreeFree
“Emerging Writers Workshop: Share Your Words”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Local veteran short story writer Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal share practical tips on how to receive feedback, as well as the differences between a critique group, a beta reader, and a professional editor. Also, Kourvo and Neal host an open house for writers to connect with one another and/or work on their projects at 6:30 p.m. on Mar. 18. 6:30–7:45 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Ave. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG). Fri. (6:30–10 p.m.): Magic rotating draft. Cost varies. Sat. (6–10 p.m.): Commander Pods. For casual groups of 4 players. Free. Mon. (6:30–10 p.m.): Power Cards. $10. Tues. (6:30–10 p.m.): MTG Pauper. A fun and fast format for all skill levels. $5. Wed. (5–9 p.m.): Casual Commander. The most popular form of the game. Free. Wed. (6:30 p.m.): MTG Standard. Play with competitive tournament rules. $10. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com.

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“Creating Needlework Maps”: Embroiderers’ Guild of America
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“Creating Needlework Maps”: Embroiderers’ Guild of America
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Talk by Catherine Jordan. Also, stitchers of all abilities and interests are invited to work on their own stitching projects and socialize. 6:45 p.m., West Side Methodist Church, 900 S. Seventh St. (enter from the back parking lot). Free to visitors ($52 annual dues). (734) 330–5724.

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“72nd Annual Bands in Review”: Ann Arbor Public Schools
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“72nd Annual Bands in Review”: Ann Arbor Public Schools
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See 16 Saturday. Today: Performances by the A2STEAM School concert band, Forsythe Middle School band, and the Skyline High School varsity, concert, and symphony bands. 7 p.m., Skyline High School Auditorium 2552 N. Maple.

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Rural Solar: The good, the bad, and the trade-offs
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Rural Solar: The good, the bad, and the trade-offs: Washtenaw County Conservation District
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Are you interested in leasing your land to a solar developer? Concerned your neighbor might? Interested in diversifying your revenue stream, but worried about farmland turning into solar fields? Join us to learn the pros, cons, and misconceptions - good & bad - about rural solar. We'll also discuss other options for land preservation and have ample time to address your questions.

Freedom Township Hall, 11508 E Pleasant Lake Rd, Manchester, MI 48158 ,Manchester. RSVP requested: www.washtenawcd.org/events Free. info@washtenawcd.org www.washtenawcd.org/events 734-302-8715.

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“An Introduction to Cover Collecting”: Ann Arbor Stamp Club
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“An Introduction to Cover Collecting”: Ann Arbor Stamp Club
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Club member Robert Hotaling discusses collecting envelopes that have passed through the mail. Visitors welcome. 7:30 p.m., Salvation Army, 100 Arbana (park & enter at the rear of the building), annarborstampclub.org. Free. arbor@provide.net, (734) 761–5859.

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Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
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Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
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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. $5. (734) 274–0773.

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Comedy Open Mic: The Blind Pig
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Comedy Open Mic: The Blind Pig
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Mar. 11, 18, & 25. 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. 8–9:30 p.m., the Blind Pig, 208 S. First St. Free. (734) 996–8555.

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Gabriel Fauré Centennial Recital: U-M Music School
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Gabriel Fauré Centennial Recital: U-M Music School
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An ensemble of U-M music professors performs chamber works by this prominent French composer (18451924). With tenor Stanford Olsen, violinist Fabiola Kim, and pianists Mathew Bengtson and John Ellis. The performance features the 1866 Erard piano from the U-M Stearns Collection of Musical Instruments. 8 p.m., U-M Moore Bldg. Britton Recital Hall, 1100 Baits, North Campus. Free. (734) 764-0583.

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