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Events in December 2025
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December 9, 2025
“Merrily We Roll Along”: Fathom Entertainment
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Fathom Entertainment. (734) 973–8424 (Ann Arbor 20), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi.) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Dec. 4–18: “Merrily We Roll Along.” Prerecorded broadcast of a 2024 Broadway production of this bittersweet 1981 Stephen Sondheim musical. The story begins in 1980 with 3 disillusioned old friends who have gone their separate ways, and travels back to the 50s when the pals were brimming with excitement and enthusiasm. Stars Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez. Various times; see website. $15.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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Every Tues., Wed., & Sun., except Dec. 24. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. 8 a.m. (Sun.) & 7 a.m. (Tues.), Dozer Coffee, 112 Jackson Plz., and 7 p.m. (Wed.), Fleet Feet, 123 E. Liberty. Free. (734) 929–9022 (Sun. & Tues.) & (734) 769–5016 (Wed.). fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
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Sunrise Nature Hike: Nature Learning Community
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Naturalist Elle Bogle leads a hike through the woody hills and ravines of Bird Hills to savor the brisk morning air and see how the inhabitants are preparing for winter’s long sleep. Proper winter gear and binoculars recommended. 8:30–10:30 a.m., Bird Hills, 1850 Newport. Free. [email protected], naturelearningcommunity.org.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun., except Dec. 24, 25, & 31, and Jan. 1. 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. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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U-M Center for Chinese Studies Noon Lecture Series
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Dec. 2 & 9. Talks by visiting scholars.
Dec. 2: “The Party’s Interests Come First: The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping.” Talk by American University international studies professor Joseph Torigan.
Dec. 9: “The Image of the Book in the Performance of Reading: The Drunken Man’s Talk as a Charter Text.” University of Virginia Chinese studies professor Canaan Morse discusses oral storytelling in 13th-century imperial China.
Noon–1 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 764–6308.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. through Dec. 23. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) 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. $9 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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Block Printing Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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All invited to use soft blocks to carve and print a design onto blank note cards or paper. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Collage and Chill”: Dzanc House
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Dec. 9 & 23. All invited to make collages. Supplies provided, but bring your own if you like. Check website before coming to make sure the event is being held. 6–8 p.m., Dzanc House, 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free; donations accepted. dzanchouse.org.
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“Faux Stained Glass”: Ann Arbor District Library
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A chance for adults & teens to design a colorful pattern using markers on glass, then apply foil to create a gleaming and glinting stained-glass-like effect. 6–7 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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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 either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsi; 6 p.m. (Tues.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; and 6 p.m., AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Tour de Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Tues. 20- to 35-mile ride along Chelsea-area dirt roads. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 6:15 p.m., meet at Aberdeen Bike, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Free. For each week’s route, email [email protected].
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“Ari’s Best of 2025 Tasting”: Zingerman’s Delicatessen
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Dec. 2 & 9. Zingerman’s cofounder Ari Weinzweig discusses and offers taste samples of some of his favorite Zingerman’s products. This extremely popular annual event usually sells out. 6:30–8:30 p.m., Zingerman’s Deli, 422 Detroit St. $75 in advance at zingermansdeli.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 663–3400.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Every Mon.–Wed., except Dec. 24, Fri., & Sat. All invited to play both casual and tournament forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG).
Mon. (6:30 p.m.): “Just Another Modern Monday.” Three rounds using powerful cards, for experienced players, with prizes. $10.
Tues. (6:30 p.m.): “MTG Pauper.” A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5.
Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Casual Commander Night.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): “MTG Standard Showdown.” Three rounds, with competitive tournament rules, prizes of store credit. $10.
Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Friday Night Magic.” Cost and format vary.
Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
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U-M Men’s Basketball
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Game vs. Rutgers. The U-M also plays home games this month vs. Villanova (Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m.), La Salle (Dec. 21, 4 p.m.), & McNeese St. (Dec. 29, 7 p.m.). 4 p.m., Crisler Center. Tickets from $15 in advance at mgoblue.com and at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
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“Sulyap sa Nakaraan: A Recital of Indigenous and Traditional Philippine Music”: U-M Southeast Asian Studies Department
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U-M students perform traditional Philippine folk music. Followed by a reception. Filipino food for sale to benefit the Philippine Arts and Culture Ensemble of Michigan. 6:45 p.m., the Neutral Zone, 310 E. Washington. Free. (734) 764–0352, [email protected].
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“Shoot the Piano Player”: Michigan Theater
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Film screenings every day. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 and older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Dec. 9: “Shoot the Piano Player” (François Truffaut, 1960). Atmospheric melodrama about a former concert pianist who plays in a run-down bar and gets involved with gangsters. French, subtitles. 7 p.m.
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Fantasy and Science Fiction/Theory Reading Group: U-M English Department
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All age 21 & over invited to discuss (via Zoom) 2 films, the 1942 screwball romantic comedy I Married a Witch, and this year’s animated musical fantasy phenomenon KPop Demon Hunters. 7–9 p.m., for URL email [email protected] or contact the mailing list at [email protected]. Free.
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Holiday Sing-Along & Food Drive: Huron Valley Harmonizers
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All invited to sing favorite carols with members of this local chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Followed by refreshments. Donations of cash or shelf-stable food for Saline Area Social Services accepted. 7–9 p.m., Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd. Free. [email protected], hvharmonizers.org.
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Shape Note Singing: Ypsi Shape Note Group
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Dec. 9 & 23. All invited to join an afternoon of shape note, or sacred harp singing, an early American form of hymn singing that uses musical notation with distinct shapes to make learning easier. Loaner songbooks available. No experience required. 7–9 p.m., Riverside Arts Center, Off Center Bldg., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. riversidearts.org/shape-note-singing-ypsilanti.
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Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
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Every Tues., except Dec. 30. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no partner or experience needed. Bring clean, flat, nonslip shoes and your own water bottle. First-timers asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse. Suggested donation: $8–$12 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). (734) 665–7704, aactmad.org/english-country.
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“Comedy Gauntlet”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Dec. 2, 9, & 16. Ninety-second sets by each of 16 area stand-up comics. 8 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at crowdwork.com/e/comedy-gauntlet, $18 (if available) at the door. [email protected].
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Contemporary Directions Ensemble: U-M Music School
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Jayce Ogren directs this grad student ensemble in a program featuring works by 20th-century Italian composer Luciano Berio, including points on the curve to find …, his effusive 1974 piece for piano and chamber orchestra, and 4 of his Sequenzas, a collection of 19 virtuosic solo works for different instruments that often call for nontraditional playing techniques to obtain unusual sounds or timbres. Also, Pierre Boulez’s Répons, an experimental 1981 piece for large chamber orchestra with 6 percussion soloists and live electronics. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Crafty Hour: Bløm Mead + Cider
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Every Tues. All invited to bring and work on their non-messy crafting projects (knitting, collage, etc.). 8–10 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. $1 off all 12-oz pours. (734) 548–9729.
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