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October 24, 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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“Fall Migration in Nichols Arboretum”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance (formerly Washtenaw Audubon Society)
Every Thurs., Aug. 29–Oct. 31. WBNA members lead a hike through the Arb to look for fall warblers and other southbound migrants. Birders of all skill levels welcome. 8–11 a.m., meet in the cul-de-sac at the end of Riverview Ct. (off Geddes near the east end of Dow Field). Free. washtenawbna.org.
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Used Book Sale: JLC Book Sale
Oct. 24–26. Local family-run sale of several hundred books, as well as DVDs, audiobooks, video games, puzzles, and board games. Also, a presale on Oct. 23 from 4–8 p.m. for teachers and homeschool families. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, bldg. E, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free admission. Info@jlcbooksale.com.
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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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“Young Scientists”: AADL Malletts Creek
Oct. 24 (10:30–11:15 a.m.): Science-themed stories and simple science experiments aimed at preschoolers, accompanied by a caregiver.
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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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U-M Center for Japanese Studies Lecture Series
Every Thurs. (except Oct. 17 & 31). Talks by U-M and visiting scholars.
Oct. 3: U-M Japanese studies professor Denise Saint Arnault on “Examining and Understanding Distress Experiences for Japanese Women: A Retrospective.”
Oct. 10: Fukuoka Prefectural University (Japan) public sociology professor Masataka Okamoto on “The Hidden Diversity of the Japanese People: Deconstructing Japan’s Nation-Building Process.”
Oct. 24: U-M Japanese studies postdoctoral fellow Maura Stephens-Chu on “Techno-Menses: Period Products and FemTech in Japan.”
Noon–1:30 p.m., 555 (Oct. 3 & 24) & 1010 (Oct. 10) Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 764–6307.
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“Jewish Law and Gentile Hearers: The Goals of the Apostle Paul”: U-M Frankel Center for Judaic Studies
Boston University scripture professor Paula Fredriksen discusses how the apostle Paul was arguing for the observance of Jewish law. 1–2:30 p.m. 202 S. Thayer Bldg., 2022 S. Thayer. Free. (734) 615–8503.
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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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Talks: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Senior-focused talks. Free. Preregistration required by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or mfulton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
Oct. 2 (noon–1 p.m.): “Reducing Your Risk for Dementia.”
Oct. 3 (1:30–4 p.m.): “European River Journey from Budapest to Amsterdam: Travels with George Jabol” slide show and talk.
Oct. 9 (9:30 or 10:30 a.m.): “Care Management by Natalie: Senior Support.” Preregistration required.
Oct. 16 (noon–1 p.m.): “Aging in Place.”
Oct. 23 (noon–1 p.m.): “Comparing Medical Plans.”
Oct. 24 (2 p.m.): “Tech Heists.” Preregistration required.
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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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“Ottoman Passports: Security and Geographic Mobility, 1876-1908”: U-M Center for Armenian Studies
Free University (Berlin, Germany) modern history professor Ilkay Yilmaz discusses her new book about how the late Ottoman Empire used mobility restrictions and passports to target Armenians, Bulgarians, seasonal and foreign workers, and revolutionaries. 4–5:30 p.m., 555 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 763-0622.
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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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“Boom Books”: U-M Stamps School of Art & Design Penny Stamps Speaker Series
Amsterdam book maker Irma Boom discusses her work, which is characterized by innovative use of materials and printing methods such as embossed text, food-based inks, and scents. 5:30–7 p.m., Michigan Theater. Free. (734) 936–0671.
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“Introductory Woodcarving: Trees”: Ann Arbor District Library
Adults & teens invited to learn the woodcarving basics, then carve a small tree to take home. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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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Leslie Jamison: U-M English Department Zell Visiting Writers Series
This New York Times bestselling novelist and essayist reads from and discusses her work. Her recent release Splinters: Another Kind of Love Story is a memoir documenting the birth of her daughter, her divorce, and her re-entry into the dating world. Also, tomorrow Jamison gives a free lecture on “Crowded Characters.” (10–11 a.m., 3222 Angell Hall). 5:30–6:30 p.m., UMMA Stern Auditorium, 525 S. State. Livestream available for both programs at tinyurl.com/zellwriters24. Free. kimjulie@umich.edu.
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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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“Olympus, Texas”: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Book Club
All invited to a discussion, led by Kelsey program coordinator Shannon Ness, of Stacey Swann’s 2021 novel, a modern twist on classical mythology about a man who returns home after a scandalous affair with his brother’s wife. Light refreshments. 6–7 p.m., Kelsey Museum, rm. 125, 434 S. State. Preregistration required; see bit.ly/kelseybookclubsept. Free. (734) 764–9304.
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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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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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“Perfectly Paired: Bubbles & Cheese”: Zingerman’s Deli
All age 21 & up invited to a guided tasting of 3 beers paired with cheese and other accompaniments. 6:30–7:30 p.m., Zingerman’s Deli, 422 Detroit St. $45. Preregistration required at zingermansdeli.com/events. (734) 663–3354.
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“The Haunted History of Ann Arbor”: Ann Arbor District Library
Haunted Mitten podcast co-hosts Kay Gray & Crysta Coburn discuss spooky events in local history. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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%stPaloma Núñez-Regueiro: Ann Arbor District Library Artist Talk
This local Mexican-born printmaker shares images of and discusses “Counted/Uncounted: So You Know Us,” her new traveling exhibit of portraits and oral histories celebrating minorities in Michigan. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Multipurpose Rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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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Henry Winkler: Literati Bookstore
This beloved veteran comic actor, widely reputed to be the nicest man in Hollywood, is joined by Michigan Public host April Baer to discuss his achingly vulnerable memoir, Being Henry: The Fonz…and Beyond, in which he recounts his childhood, the difficulties of life with severe dyslexia, and his work on TV shows from Happy Days to Parks and Recreation and Arrested Development. 7 p.m., Rackham Auditorium. Tickets $21 (includes a paperback copy of the book) in advance only at literatibookstore.com. (734) 585–5567.
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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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Billy Ray Bauer: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
Oct. 24–26. Veteran Detroit comic who uses his broad repertoire of voices and dialects to deliver funny one-liners and lively stories, often drawn from his experiences raising 4 sons. 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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“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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Halloween Party: Ann Arbor Ski Club
Costume party with beer, wine, and food, as well as dancing to live music by Mad Mad World, a Detroit cover band that plays rock and pop hits from the 70s to the 90s. Also, a chance to learn about the club’s downhill and cross-country ski and snowboarding outings, and other social activities. Must be 21 or older. 7:30–10:30 p.m., Ypsilanti Freighthouse, 100 Market, Ypsilanti. $10 (members, $5). a2skiclub@gmail.com.
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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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“Ghoulita Graves Presents: It’s Alive! A Black Cat B-Movie Parody”: Neighborhood Theatre Group
Oct. 18–20 & 24–26. Local actors perform an original “theatre from scratch” B-movie parody as part of their yearly Black Cat Halloween Series. 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Back Office Studio, 13 N. Washington, Ypsilanti. Tickets $15 (students, $12) at ntgypsi.org and (if available) at the door. ntgypsi.org.
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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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“Texas Chainsaw Massacre”: 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. 18 & 24: “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” (Tobe Hooper, 1974). Independent horror film about a group of friends who fall prey to a family of cannibals. A cult classic and major influence on the genre. 9:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 8 p.m. (Thurs.).
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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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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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