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September 1, 2025
“Independence Lake Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Mon. Slow/moderate-paced 23-mile ride to Independence Lake on mostly dirt roads. See aabts.org for weather cancelations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. (412) 302–9960.
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“Mystery and Mysterium”: First Presbyterian Church
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Mystery writers Madeline Lindvall Radman and Michael Lindvall, the former First Presbyterian head pastor, discuss writing and the intriguing relationship between mystery fiction, Christian faith, and scripture. The two have collaborated in writing the mystery novels Ashes to Ashes, Earth to Earth, and Dust to Dust. 11 a.m., First Presbyterian Church sanctuary, 1432 Washtenaw Ave. Free. (734) 662–4466, firstpresbyterian.org.
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“Barbie”: State Theatre
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State Theatre. Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 and 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.
Aug. 29, 30, 31 & Sept. 1: “Barbie” (Greta Gerwig, 2023). Fantasy comedy based on the iconic Mattel dolls in which Barbie, expelled from Barbieland for being less than perfect, sets off to find happiness in the real world. FREE for students with valid ID, but reservation required at marquee-arts.org/calendar. 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 1:30 p.m. (Sun. & Mon.).
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“Barbie”: State Theatre
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State Theatre. Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 and 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.
Aug. 29, 30, 31 & Sept. 1: “Barbie” (Greta Gerwig, 2023). Fantasy comedy based on the iconic Mattel dolls in which Barbie, expelled from Barbieland for being less than perfect, sets off to find happiness in the real world. FREE for students with valid ID, but reservation required at marquee-arts.org/calendar. 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 1:30 p.m. (Sun. & Mon.).
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“Casablanca”: Michigan Theater
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Michigan Theater. 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.
Aug. 29, 30, 31, & Sept. 1: “Casablanca” (Michael Curtiz, 1942). Annual return-to-school screening of this classic drama about a pair of star-crossed lovers in North Africa during WWII. Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman. FREE for students with valid ID, but reservation required at marquee-arts.org/calendar. 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 1:30 p.m. (Sun. & Mon.).
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“Casablanca”: Michigan Theater
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Michigan Theater. 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.
Aug. 29, 30, 31, & Sept. 1: “Casablanca” (Michael Curtiz, 1942). Annual return-to-school screening of this classic drama about a pair of star-crossed lovers in North Africa during WWII. Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman. FREE for students with valid ID, but reservation required at marquee-arts.org/calendar. 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 1:30 p.m. (Sun. & Mon.).
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U-M Men’s Soccer
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Match vs. Bowling Green. The U-M also has a home game this month against MSU (Sept. 26, 6 p.m.). 2 p.m., U-M Soccer Stadium, 2250 S. State. $10 & $12. (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com.
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“DC vs. Marvel: Summer Superhero Smackdown”: Marquee Arts/Hear.Say Brewing Community Film Club
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This gathering aims to revive the age-old debate among comic book fans and includes a costume contest, interactive activities TBA, beer and food for sale. 5-7 p.m., Hear.Say Brewing + Theater, 2350 W Liberty St. $11.25 (Marquee Arts members, $7).
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“Monday Migration Evenings at Matthaei”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
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Every Mon., Sept. 1–Oct. 27. WBNA member James Weir leads a leisurely stroll along approximately 2 miles of Matthaei’s well-maintained dirt paths, looking and listening for birds during their southward migration. Birders of all skill levels welcome. 6–8 p.m., meet at the U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens building front entrance, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free. washtenawbna.org.
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Drop-In Knitting: Spun
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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 Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
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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)
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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 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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Group Runs: A2 Runners
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Every Mon., Wed., & Sun. 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. (Mon. & Wed.) and noon (Sun.), meet at the Kerrytown clock tower. Preregistration requested at meetup.com/a2runners. Free. [email protected].
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Every Mon.–Wed., 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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Comedy Show: The Blind Pig
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Every Mon. Performances from up to 15 aspiring stand-up comics from around the state. Local comics emcee. Age 21 and up only. Free candy. 8–9:30 p.m., the Blind Pig, 208 S. First St. Free. (734) 996–8555.
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