Events for July 20, 2026
David Murphy’s “For My Peeps.”
All ages. Jam-oriented EDM-inspired instrumental jazz-funk by this veteran bassist and synth player best known as a founding member of the pioneering jamtronica band STS9. $30.
Youth Show: Washtenaw County 4-H
July 19–24. Six days of farm animal shows and auctions, plus crafts, exhibits, all-day equestrian competitions, and assorted contests from animal decorating to a goat milk-out. Highlights include the popular “Llama Leaping Contest” (July 22, 2 p.m.), the livestock auction (July 23, 4:30 p.m.), an archery contest (July 24, 1 p.m.), the “Animal Decorator Contest” (July 24, 1:30 p.m.), and the “Ag Olympics” (July 24, 2:30 p.m.) in which 4-H youth engage in Olympic-style competitions involving water, mud, and agricultural products. For complete daily schedule, see bit.ly/4hwashtenaw2026. 8 a.m.–evening, Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free. (734) 222–3877.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Every Thurs. & Mon. Play open to all skill levels age 18+, both ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.) and non-sanctioned (Mon.). Noon–3:30 p.m. (Thurs.) and 12:30–3:30 p.m. (Mon.), 1320 Baldwin. $9 (Thurs.) & $5 (Mon.); $1–$2 less for AASC members. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
Create by the River: Arts Healing Within & Across Communities
Looking for a reason to get outside, meet new people, and spend a summer evening in Ann Arbor?
Arts Healing Within & Across Communities is a new initiative that is being launched with funding from the University of Michigan’s Arts Initiative. We’re excited to offer several different activities for you to enjoy, which may change based on weather and/or attendees’ interest: photo-walk & sharing, open-mic, sharing of completed work/works in progress, drawing, painting, and writing. Individuals as well as families are welcome.
One portion of the event is an open-mic where we’re inviting creative community members to share works related to healing, belonging, community. In another part, we’ll be sharing our creative work to illustrate our own engagement in the arts. We’ll also talk about the initiative in general & share some upcoming activities for summer & fall.
Stay for all or part of the event!
Welcome & intro – 3 to 3:15 pm
Community networking – 3:15 to 3:45 pm
Nature photo walk OR art table activity, sharing & discussion – 3:45 to 4:30 pm
Presentations by event organizers – 4:30 to 5 pm
Open-Mic – 5 to 5:30 pm
Conversation with organizers & other attendees – 5:30 to 6 pm
No prior experience with creative or performing arts is necessary to join us. Event Location: Maas Pavilion, Gallup Park – Ann Arbor, MI
Event Sponsor: Arts Healing Within & Across Communities
Cost ($ or Free): Free – but we do ask people to register to help us plan refreshments & arts supplies
How to Buy Tickets: Register online at https://tinyurl.com/35nf4dkm
Contact Email: [email protected]
Contact Phone: 734-647-5814
Contact Website: N/A
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
Every Mon., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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.
Sewing Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
July 6 & 20. Adults and kids grade 6 & up invited to get basic sewing help with their unfinished projects or learn how to use the AADL sewing machines. Bring your own sewing machine, if you wish. No experience necessary. Also, crafter Amber Adams-Fall demonstrates understitching (July 6) and sewing instructor Rae Hoekstra discusses hemming (July 20). 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
“Cross-Stitch Black Lamb”: Ann Arbor District Library 2026 Big Gay Read
Adults & teens invited to cross-stitch an imaginary animal inspired by Chuck Tingle’s 2024 satirical horror novel Bury Your Gays (see 15 Wednesday). 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Fiber Arts Drop-in: Dzanc House
July 6 & 20. All invited to join in crocheting, knitting, embroidering, etc. 6–9 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. dzanchouse.org.
Group Runs: A2 Runners
Every Wed. & Mon. Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced 3- to 5-mile group run, followed by socializing at a downtown coffee shop. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Kerrytown Clock Tower. Preregistration requested at meetup.com/a2runners. Free. [email protected].
“Great Lakes for Sale”: Literati Bookstore Eco Book Club
All invited to join a discussion, led by local poet & Western Michigan University environmental studies professor Alison Swan, of Dave Dempsey’s recently updated book about how the Great Lakes are in danger of becoming privately exploited to supply the drought-stricken West with fresh water. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Tickets $5 (can be redeemed for store credit) in advance only at literatibookstore.com. (734) 585–5567.
Summer Carillon Concert Series: U-M Music School
See 13 Monday. Tonight: Yale University carillonneur Ellen Dickinson. 7 p.m.
“Rasdale Stamp Company”: Ann Arbor Stamp Club
Talk by Kim Kellermann, recently-retired co-owner of suburban Chicago-based Rasdale Stamp Company, the most prominent Midwest stamp auction firm. Founded in St. John (MI) in 1932, it later moved to Chicago. Visitors welcome. 7:30 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1500 Scio Church Rd. Free. (734) 761–5859, [email protected], annarborstampclub.org.
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., Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $10 suggested donation (first-timers free). (734) 474–7299, (734) 274–0773.