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October 17, 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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Artist’s Open Studio: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Activities: 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.
Artist’s Open Studio (Thurs. 9:30–11 a.m.). $2; members, free.
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“Dynamic Mexico”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Thursday Morning Lecture Series
Every Thurs., Sept. 19–Oct. 24, except Oct. 3. Series of 5 weekly talks. Sept. 19: WSU history professor Carlos R. Hernandez on “Democracy in Mexico: Race, Revolution, and Redemption.” Sept. 26: WSU Spanish professor Lauren Duquette-Rury on “Beyond the Border: The Evolution of Mexico-U.S. Migration in a Transnational Perspective.” Oct. 10: NYU history professor Christy Thornton on “Mexico in the Global Economy.” Oct. 17: Colegio de Mexico (Mexico City) political science professor Joy Langston on “Clientelism in Mexican Elections.” Oct. 24: U-M architecture professor Yojairo Lomeli discusses Mexico’s architectural legacy in “Emotional Architecture.” 10–11:30 a.m., Washtenaw Community College Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Free. Preregistration required at olli-umich.org. $85 (members, $50) for the 5-lecture series. $12 per lecture for members. Membership, $35 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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Chinese Mah-Jongg: 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.
Chinese Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon).
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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 7–Oct. 27 and Wed.–Fri., Sept. 18–Oct. 25. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm. Wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. An apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available Sat. & Sun. for an extra charge. Cider and donuts available. No pets. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.) & 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Wed.–Fri.), Wiard’s Orchards, 5565 Merritt Rd. (east of Carpenter), Ypsilanti. Weekend admission: $26.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies, free) online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.
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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
Every Wed.–Sun. through Oct. 27. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm. Wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. An apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available Sat. & Sun. for an extra charge. Cider and donuts available. No pets. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Wed.–Fri.) & 11 a.m.–6 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Wiard’s Orchards, 5565 Merritt Rd. (east of Carpenter), Ypsilanti. Weekend admission: $26.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies, free) online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.
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“Little Paws Story Time”: HSHV
Every Thurs. (10:30–11:30 a.m.): Stories, crafts, finger plays, and interaction with adoptable cats and dogs. Also, a chance to make a toy or treat for the animals. For kids ages 2–5, accompanied by an adult. HSHV. $5 (babies under age 1, free). Preregistration required at hshv.org/event-calendar, humaneed@hshv.org, (734) 661–3575.
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Preschool Puzzles: Malletts Creek
Oct. 17 (10:30–11:30 a.m.): A chance for kids grades preK–2 to put together oversized floor puzzles.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s Nature Lab and Micro Worlds Lab to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. Schedule subject to change. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
Every Mon.–Fri. (different times): Preschool Storytimes: AADL. Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m., except Oct. 14 & Thurs. 11 a.m., except Oct. 31), Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m., except Oct. 29 & Wed. 10:30 a.m., except Oct. 30), Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m., except Oct. 31), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.). Free.
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Sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Activities: 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.
Sanctioned Bridge (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). $9; members, $8.
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Sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Activities: 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.
Sanctioned Bridge (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). $9; members, $8.
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“Experiences While Protecting Six Presidents and Foreign Heads of State”: Daughters of the American Revolution
Talk by retired U.S. Secret Service special agent Radford Jones. 1 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. Free, but preregistration required by emailing salvette@umich.edu.
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“Wise Guys: Conversations for Men”: 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.
Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 1–2:30 p.m.), online.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri. & Tues.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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Ikebana International
All invited to learn about and practice this Japanese style of flower arranging. Floral materials provided, bring your own container and tools. 1–2:30 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1500 Scio Church Rd., $20. Space limited; preregistration required at a2ikebana@gmail.com. More info at ikebanaannarbor.org.
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October Meeting: International Neighbors
All area women invited for “Incredible India,” a program featuring traditional Indian dance performances as well as an Indian buffet & light beverages. International Neighbors is a 65-year-old group of local women who welcome women from other countries during their stays in Ann Arbor. Supervised kids welcome. 1–2:30 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty. Free. info@international-neighbors.org.
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Resonant Relaxation: 7 Notes Natural Health
Are you a busy parent who loves sound baths; but can’t attend an event in the evening? Do you have a job that requires evening hours? Are you just plain busy?
This hour long sound bath is for YOU!
Join sound therapist, Rob Meyer-Kukan, at 7 Notes Natural Health for this daytime sound bath for busy souls.
Relax into a zero gravity chair and float into this time of deep relaxation.
Investment: $30 Advanced Registration Required
Register by completing this form – https://7NotesNaturalHealth.as.me/october2024…
Space is limited to 7 participants, please register early.
Regretfully, we are unable to accommodate registrations or payments at the door. Advanced registration and payment is required to secure your space at this event.
Doors will open 15 minutes prior, please arrive early to allow time to check-in and get settled. Doors will close promptly at the starting time of the event. Ample FREE parking is available onsite.
Current public health safety protocols will be observed. Please use the practice of personal accountability, as far as health goes prior to the event.
3830 Packard Road Suite 180 ,Ann Arbor. https://www.facebook.com/events/770860508555299/ 30. contact@7notesnaturalhealth.com https://7notesnaturalhealth.com 248-962-5475.
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“Office Christmas Party, Grinch in Fight with Rudolph, Police Called”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., Sept. 26–Dec. 22. Purple Rose founder Jeff Daniels directs the premiere of his comedy about an office Christmas party that goes wrong when 2 employees dressed as the Christmas-stealing Grinch and red-nosed reindeer Rudolph disagree over where to clap along on “Silent Night.” When a video of this non-brawl goes viral, internet followers offer the two non-violent coworkers $100,000 to livestream a staged rematch. Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., except Sept. 26, & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org & by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.
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“Third Thursdays at the Library”: U-M Library
Monthly open house featuring rotating highlights from the library’s Special Collection Research Center, maps from the Clark Library, and items from other collections. Curators on hand to answer questions. Light refreshments. Today on the 1st fl.: “Jews in Latin America and the Caribbean.” Display of books that highlight the vibrant and diverse history of Jewish diasporic communities. Followed at 6 p.m. by a screening of A Taxi Driver, Jang Hoon’s 2017 historical drama about a Korean taxi driver who accidentally becomes involved in the 1981 Gwangju political uprising. Today on the 4th fl.: “Go for the Gold! Olympic Cities Around the World.” Display of maps of Olympic host cities at the time of their respective games. Today on the 6th fl.: “Voices of Dissent: Protests Against Richard Nixon.” Display of items and narratives from the library’s Labadie Collection that illuminates anti-war movement and other activism during the Nixon presidency. 4–6 p.m., Hatcher Library, enter from the Diag. Free. (734) 936–2309.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
Every Mon.–Thurs., except Oct. 14 & 15. 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 one. All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., new Elbel Field, Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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“Thursday Evening Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 25 to 35 miles, along the less-traveled unpaved roads around Chelsea. Bring a chair, beverage, or snack for a post-ride tailgate. 5:30 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Email mmotowski@hotmail.com for each week’s route. Free. (313) 980–5277.
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Elevator Repair Service: U-M Stamps School of Art & Design Penny Stamps Speaker Series
John Collins, founder and co-director of this New York City-based theater company, and actor Scott Shepherd are joined by Yale drama professor Tom Sellar to discuss Gatz, the company’s award-winning verbatim staging of the entirety of The Great Gatsby, in which Shepherd starred. The company’s adaptation of Joyce’s Ulysses premieres at the Power Center on Oct. 19 (see listing). 5:30–7 p.m., Michigan Theater. Free. (734) 936–0671.
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Introduction to Punch Needle Embroidery: Ann Arbor District Library
A chance for adults & teens to learn about this craft that involves using a hollow needle to create patterns, pictures, or lettering on fabric. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Ave. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Common Sense Diner”: UMMA
Every Thurs. & Fri., Sept. 5–Nov. 1 (except Sept. 27 and Oct. 10 & 11). All invited to apply to share a free meal with a small group of strangers; online application required to ensure a diverse mix of participants. The meal features a conversation guided by artist Philippa Pham Hughes, whose current exhibit, Hey, We Need to Talk! (see Galleries) explores how to find common ground in the current U.S. political landscape and what it means to be American. 6 p.m. (Thurs.) & noon (Fri.), UMMA, 525 S. State. Free. (734) 764–0395, heyweneedtotalk.com.
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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
Every Thurs. All invited to drop in with broken electronics, furniture, toys, or any other item they’d like to try to repair or repurpose with the help and guidance of AHA members. AHA’s goal is to empower everyone to explore, learn, and repair things. Repairs not guaranteed. 6–8 p.m., AHA, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Livestream available at meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. info@allhandsactive.org.
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“The Other Life of Abraham Lincoln’s Barber”: Third Mind Books
Detroit historian William G. Herbert discusses his new book about Solomon James “Sweet” Johnson, a free Black man from Ohio who served in the Union Army unit assigned to guard the White House, and went on to become Abraham Lincoln’s personal barber. 6 p.m., Third Mind Books, 118 E. Washington. Free. info@thirdmindbooks.com, (734) 994–3241.
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“Twilight Mindfulness Hike”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
All age 18 and up invited to join WCPARC naturalist Elle Bogle on a quiet meditative walk through the lush evening woods to connect with nature and celebrate fall colors and the autumn air. 6–7:30 p.m. Baker Woods Preserve, 11914 Trinkle Rd., Dexter. Free. Preregistration required for program #811006 at parksonline.ewashtenaw.org. boglee@washtenaw.org, (734) 971–6337.
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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 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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Heat Press Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
A chance for adults to use the AADL heat press to transfer their own design onto a provided tote bag, or bring a T-shirt or other fabric material to print on. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Challenging Empathy: Bipolar Disorder Through the Eyes of Two Mothers and the Therapist”: Schuler Books
Michigan mothers Amy Godwin & Tiffani O’Leary and Detroit-area psychologist Orlando Villegas discuss their new book. 6:30 p.m., Schuler Books, Westgate, 2513 Jackson Ave. Free; preregistration requested at schulerbooks.com/events-ann-arbor. (734) 662–0600.
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“Deeper the Tropics”: Literati Bookstore
Colorado poet Matt Broaddus is joined by U-M poetry professor Kelly Hoffer to discuss his new collection of poems that explore semi-public, semi-private space of self. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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28th Annual Edgefest: Kerrytown Concert House
See 16 Wednesday. Tonight: New York City-based guitarist and banjo player Brandon Seabrook (7 p.m.) fuses punk rock, jazz, pop, and metal. Moch: Patricia & Noel Brennan Duo (8 p.m.) is an electroacoustic combination of married mallet percussionist Patricia and percussionist and turntablist Noel. The Ingrid Laubrock & Andy Milne Duo (9 p.m.) is an expressive, inventive Brooklyn-based saxophone and piano combo. The Stephen Rush/Steve Swell Quintet (10 p.m.) makes complex, intense music, led by U-M piano professor Rush and virtuoso trombonist Swell, with saxophonist Molly Jones, bassist Jaribu Shahid, and drummer Jonathan Barahal Taylor. 7, 8, 9, & 10 p.m.
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A2 Fall Streets: Main Street Area Association
See 11 Friday. Tonight: John Janevic directs the Ann Arbor Concert Band Brass Choir, the band’s brass players & percussionist. 7–9 p.m.
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Comhaltas
Every Thurs. All invited to join members of this local chapter of the Detroit Irish Music Association for an informal evening playing traditional Irish music on various instruments. Lessons offered. 7–9 p.m., FUMC Green Wood Church, 1001 Green Rd. at Glazier Way. Free. detroitirishmusic.org.
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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
Every Thurs. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729.
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Not Just a Copy: Digitizing Ann Arbor’s Past in the Ivory Photo Collection: Detroit Observatory
For half a century, Mel Ivory took thousands of photographs of every corner of Ann Arbor and U-M. These images provide a priceless picture into the community’s past, but were in danger of disintegrating–and even spontaneously combusting!
As part of Ann Arbor’s bicentennial celebrations, Bentley archivists Michelle McClellan and Max Eckard helped lead an effort to digitize this massive collection. Join us to learn how the Ivory Collection has been preserved and made available to everyone.
1398 E Ann St, ,Ann Arbor. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/not-just-a-copy-digitizing-ann-arbors-past-in-the-ivory-photo-collection-tickets-1036896654807?aff=oddtdtcreator free.
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U-M Women’s Soccer
Match vs. Northwestern. The U-M also has a regular season home game this month against Purdue (Oct. 20, 1 p.m.). 7 p.m., U-M Soccer Stadium, 2250 S. State. $6 & $8 (groups of 10 or more, $3 each) at mgoblue.com. (734) 764–0247.
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Kira Soltanovich: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
Oct. 17–19. A former regular on Oxygen’s comedy reality show Girls Behaving Badly, this hyper-animated, smoky-voiced Soviet-born comic specializes in loopy, absurdist autobiographical fictions full of social and cultural satire. Opening acts TBA. Alcohol served. 7:15 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 (Thurs., $15) at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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“Bat Boy: The Musical”: U-M Musical Theatre Department
Oct. 10–13 & 17–20. U-M musical theater students perform Keythe Farley, Brian Flemming, & Laurence O’Keefe’s quirky, well-loved 1997 musical (the only musical based on a story in the erstwhile Weekly World News) about a half-bat, half-boy creature found living in a West Virginia cave, and of his struggles to fight prejudice, take his place in society, and even find love. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Encore Musical Theatre, 3126 Broad St., Dexter. Tickets $58 (kids age 12 & under, $28) in advance at theencoretheatre.org and at the door. (734) 764–2538.
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“Office Christmas Party, Grinch in Fight with Rudolph, Police Called”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., Sept. 26–Dec. 22. Purple Rose founder Jeff Daniels directs the premiere of his comedy about an office Christmas party that goes wrong when 2 employees dressed as the Christmas-stealing Grinch and red-nosed reindeer Rudolph disagree over where to clap along on “Silent Night.” When a video of this non-brawl goes viral, internet followers offer the two non-violent coworkers $100,000 to livestream a staged rematch. Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., except Sept. 26, & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org & by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.
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Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
Every Thurs. Popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team of up to 6 people. Prizes. 7:30 p.m. or so, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. (734) 665–2968.
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“Akira”: 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. 11 & 17: “Akira” (Katsuhiro Otomo, 1988). Animated dystopian cyberpunk action film about a biker gang and telekinetic powers set in a sprawling militaristic metropolis of Neo-Tokyo. Japanese, subtitles. 9:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 8 p.m. (Thurs.).
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“In Search of the Mothman”: Theatre Nova
Every Thurs.–Sun., Oct. 11–Nov. 10. Shelby R. Seeley directs local actors in the world premiere of Kalamazoo-based Amber Palmer’s comedy-drama about 2 young adult sisters navigating life and sisterhood after an unexpected tragedy strikes their hometown. Tonight is gala opening night, when a $100 ticket includes a strolling buffet, beer and wine, and more. 7 p.m. Show times for the rest of the run: 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Tickets $30 in advance at theatrenova.org & at the door. (734) 635–8450.
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“The House on Mango Street”: U-M OperaLab
Jayce Ogren directs voice students, accompanied by the University Philharmonia Orchestra, in U-M composition grad Derek Bermel’s new operatic adaptation of Sandra Cisneros’s beloved 1983 coming-of-age novella about a Mexican American girl and the colorful Chicago neighborhood that challenges and supports her. This performance is a workshop presentation without staging or costumes in advance of the opera’s world premiere at the 2025 Glimmerglass Opera Festival. Berman and Cisneros attend the performance, and the audience is invited to share thoughts on the piece in a feedback session following the performance. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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“Usher”: Penny Seats Theatre Company
Oct. 10–13, 17–19, & 24–26. Julia Garlotte directs local singer-actors in Michigan writer John Sousanis’s inventive adaptation of The Fall of the House of Usher, Edgar Allan Poe’s haunted tale of madness set in the decaying house of a once-prosperous family. When a long-absent friend visits a brother and sister, the last surviving members of the clan, things take a dark turn. “With strong characters, exciting stage effects and a touch of ironic humor, there’s much more to get excited about than just the house falling, though even that trick is cleverly conceived and executed,” says Daily Oakland Press reviewer Judith Cookis Rubens in her review of a 2005 production of the play. Age 13 and up. 8 p.m. (7 p.m. on Oct. 13 only), Cahoots, 206 E. Huron St. Tickets $20 (students, $15; kids 12 and under, $14; seniors, $18), in advance at pennyseats.org and (if available) at the door. (612) 210–7329, thepennyseats@gmail.com.
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Jazz Lab Ensemble: U-M Music School
Dennis Wilson directs this music student ensemble in a program of classic big band jazz tunes. 8 p.m., Rackham Auditorium. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
Every Thurs. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729.
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