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Events in October 2024
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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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Playgroups for Babies: AADL
Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open playtime. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Malletts Creek (Mon. 10:30 a.m., except Sept. 2), 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
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., except Sept. 2, & 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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Talks & Activities: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
Talks & Activities: Pittsfield Township Senior Center, 701 W. Ellsworth. pittsfield-mi.gov/278/senior-center. (734) 822–2120. Talks for seniors. Free in-person activities. Check meeting status before coming.
“Estate Planning” (Sept. 9, 10:30–11:30 a.m.).
“Senior Nutrition” (Sept. 16, 10–11 a.m.).
“Smart DriverTEK Car Technology” (Sept. 16, 11 a.m.–noon).
“Rescue Tails: Tales of Humane Society Animals” (Sept. 19, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.).
“Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia” (Sept. 23, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.).
“Personal Finance for Seniors” (Sept. 24, 10 a.m.–noon).
“Prop. 2 New Voting Rights” (Sept. 30, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.).
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Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. Weekly activities. bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt. Preregistration required for some events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling (734) 794–6250.
Bridge (Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m.), duplicate nonsanctioned. $3 (members, $2), 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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The White House and American Democracy: Gerald R Ford School of Public Policy
The White House is arguably the most important single organization in U.S. democracy. Why, then, is it often disorganized, inefficient, and scandal-prone? What can be done to make it more effective? To answer these questions, Prof. Kenneth Lowande and Christopher P. Liddell engage in a conversation that bridges research and practice.
Bio: Christopher P. Liddell was a White House Deputy Chief of Staff and has been involved in three presidential transition cycles. In the private sector, he has been CFO of several major companies, including Microsoft and General Motors. He is author of "Year Zero: The Five Year Presidency." Kenneth Lowande is Associate Professor of Political Science and Public Policy, and a Faculty Associate at the Institute for Social Research. He is author of "False Front: The Failed Promise of Presidential Power in a Polarized Age."
Weill Hall 735 South State Street ,Ann Arbor. Free. https://fordschool.umich.edu/event/2024/white-house-and-american-democracyAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Michigan Marching Band Practice
Every Mon.–Thurs., except Sept. 2. The U-M’s highly disciplined 200-plus-member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on the new Elbel field, across the street from the old Elbel field. All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. Also, at 5:45 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13 the band hosts its monthly free Open Stadium Rehearsal at Michigan Stadium. 4:45 p.m., new Elbel Field, Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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Two of a Kind: AADL Downtown
Sept. 30 (5:30–6:15 p.m.): This nationally known Philadelphia-based children’s music duo, composed of husband-and-wife team David and Jenny Heitler-Klevans, present an interactive program that mixes songs, puppets, movement, and stories for grades preK–5.
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“THE pARTy!”: Creative Washtenaw
Fundraising event with dinner, drinks, and a ceremony honoring jazz musician Ron Brooks, Funny or Die CEO Mike Farah, Artrain and Creative Washtenaw CEO Deb Polich, Eleni Group president Eleni Kelakos, and Fleming Artists agency founder Jim Fleming. 6 p.m., Washtenaw Community College Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River. $175 (members, $150) includes dinner and 2 drink tickets. Preregistration required at creativewashtenaw.org/the-party, info@creativewashtenaw.org, (734) 213-2733.
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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. 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 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 Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Sat. (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. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti; 6 p.m. (Tues.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; & 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Running Around Town: Growing Up in Ann Arbor, 1963-1977”: Ann Arbor District Library
Retired city attorney Stephen Postema reads from his forthcoming memoir. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Elizabeth Lindsey Rogers & Chanda Feldman: Literati Bookstore
These two poets discuss their new collections. Rogers’ Miss Southeast explores the strange, often contradictory cultural circumstances of being queer and female in the American South. Feldman’s Glance traces the experiences of a mixed-race American family that moves abroad to find respite from racial violence. 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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“HaydnSeek”: Northside Community Church
Local cellist Thor Sigurdson and friends perform chamber music TBA. Refreshments and conversation. 7 p.m., Northside Community Church, 929 Barton Dr. Free; donations accepted. thorssigurdson@gmail.com.
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“Howl’s Moving Castle”: Fathom Events
Fathom Events. (734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomevents.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Sept. 26–30: “Howl’s Moving Castle” (Hayao Miyazaki, 2004). Subtitled (Thurs., Sat., & Mon.) and dubbed (Fri. & Sun.) screenings of this Oscar-nominated Japanese anime love story about an 18-year-old girl, cursed into an old woman’s body, and a wizard who can see through the curse. Ann Arbor 20 only. 7 p.m. & 3 p.m. (Sun. only).
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“Manhattan Short Film Festival”: 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. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Sept. 30: “Manhattan Short Film Festival” (2024). Ten short films compete for audience votes at over 500 screenings across the country this week. Finalists are eligible to enter the 2025 Oscars race for best short. Ballots supplied upon entry. 7 p.m.
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Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
Every Mon. (except Sept. 2). 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). (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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