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January 16, 2026
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Lane 9 Women’s Running Group
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Every Fri. All men & women invited to join this women-focused running group on a 3-mile loop run. All paces (including walking) welcome. 6:45 a.m., meet outside Argus Farm Stop, 1600 Packard. Free, preregistration required by emailing [email protected]. lane9project.org.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun., except 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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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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Every Fri., Sat., & Wed. All invited to play one of 200 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime’s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Kids welcome. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Fri. & Wed.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. [email protected].
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri., except Jan. 2. 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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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages, including Expedition Reef (noon), which reveals the secrets of coral reefs, the Earth’s most vibrant and endangered marine ecosystems; The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 p.m.), an exploration of the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own; and T. Rex (2 p.m.), an exploration of the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history that contains scenes of dinosaur violence. Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the gift shop. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org.
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“Healing the Womb: Uterine Amulets in the Roman World”: U-M Library
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U-M history professor Anna Bonnell Freidin discusses how these hematite and red jasper amulets were used by Romans during pregnancy and childbirth. 3–4 p.m., Hatcher Library, 1st fl. gallery, enter from the Diag. Free. (734) 936–2309.
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“Fix-It Friday”: Maker Works
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All invited to bring anything that needs fixing—chairs, sweaters, radios, whatever. Maker Works members and staff on hand help with repairs. Handy people invited to assist. Repairs not guaranteed. Also, toy adaptations to make off-the-shelf toys more accessible for people with disabilities. 4–6 p.m., Maker Works, 3765 Plaza Dr. Free. Preregistration required at tinyurl.com/a2fix-it-fri. (734) 222–4911.
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“A Hygge Evening at the Library”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Jan. 16 & 30. All invited to join local crafter Beth Battey to crochet, knit, and do jigsaw puzzles, with a virtual fireplace and mellow music, in this celebration of “hygge,” a Danish term for cozy contentment. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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D&D Adventurers League: Sylvan Factory
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Every Fri. All invited to play the current official campaign of the popular Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing game, using 5th-edition rules. Kids under 13 must have parent or guardian accompaniment. 6–10 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. $10. Space limited, preregistration strongly recommended at sylvanfactory.com/events. (734) 929–5877.
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“Euchre Change a Life!”
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Every Fri., except Jan. 2. Five-game euchre tournament. Sign up with a partner, or get paired with one by the organizers. Prizes. Proceeds benefit Haitian children via Haitian Christian Outreach. 6:30–9 p.m., HOMES Campus, 112 Jackson Plz. $15 (HOMES community members, $10). [email protected].
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“The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring”: Fathom Entertainment
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(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.
Jan. 16 & 23: “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” (Peter Jackson, 2001). Extended version of the first of the epic adventure movie trilogy based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic 3-volume fantasy series concerning a humble hobbit trying to save the world of Middle-earth by destroying the one ring of power. 6:30 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20) & 7 p.m. (Emagine).
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“Tributaries: Essays & Verses Flowing From & Celebrating Favorite Poems”: Literati Bookstore
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Minnesota-based poet Kurt Luchs, a Kalamazoo native, discusses his new collection of 20 essays on poems by Wallace Stevens, Mary Oliver, Lewis Carroll, and others. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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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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“12 Angry Jurors”: Greenhills Upper School Play
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Jan. 15–17. Gary Lehman directs Greenhills High School students in a Sherman L. Sergel’s adaptation of Reginald Rose’s 1954 teleplay 12 Angry Men. The drama, set in a 1957 jury room, explores the grave responsibility of 12 ordinary people as they decide a stranger’s fate. 7 p.m., Greenhills School Campbell Center for Performing Arts, 850 Greenhills Dr. Free. (734) 769–4010, greenhillsschool.org.
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“Adult Open Hours & Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy
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Fri., Jan. 2 & 16 and every Sat. & Sun. During the Friday Adult Open Hours (age 18+ only), conservancy staffers show off some representatives of at-risk species, including an axolotl, a wood turtle, a clouded leopard, and a blue-throated macaw at 7:30 p.m. On Sat. and Sun., the first three animals are presented at 1 & 4 p.m., and an animal keeper talks about the blue-throated macaw at 2 & 3 p.m. All tickets include a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. 7–9 p.m. (Fri.) & noon–5 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), CC, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $15 (kids ages 2–12, $13; under age 2, free) cash or credit at the door only. (734) 929–9324, thecreatureconservancy.org.
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“Masters & Teachers Discussion Group”: Crazy Wisdom Bookstore
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Crazy Wisdom staff member Jenna Hoyer selects a book from a revered teacher (e.g., Rumi, Ram Dass, Pema Chödrön) to read aloud from and discuss. Participants are invited to bring in favorite passages to share. 7–8:30 p.m., Crazy Wisdom, 114 S. Main, upstairs. Free. crazywisdom.net.
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“Other Worlds: A Sci-fi/Fantasy Book Club”: Booksweet Bookshop
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All invited to discuss The Bone Season, Samantha Shannon’s 2013 fantasy about a young clairvoyant woman fighting against a totalitarian regime. 7–8 p.m., Booksweet, 1729 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration requested at shopbooksweet.com.
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Mark Webster Reading Series: U-M English Department
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U-M creative writing grad students Renée Flory & Emily Tian read their poetry and prose. 7–8 p.m., UMMA Stern Auditorium, 525 S. State. For livestream see tinyurl.com/websters25-26, for password & other questions contact [email protected]. Free. (734) 764–6330.
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Ahmed Bharoocha: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Jan. 15–17. Playfully absurd California-born “half Irish Catholic, half Pakistani-Indian-Burmese Muslim” comic with a goofy, high-energy style punctuated with cutting social commentary. Opening act TBA. 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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“Railroad Photographers”: Ann Arbor Train and Trolley Watchers
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Slide and video presentations by club members. 7:30 p.m., Traver Lakes Clubhouse, 2500 Lancashire Dr. (off Traver Blvd.). Free. (734) 761–3814, [email protected].
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“The Humans”: Ann Arbor Civic Theatre
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Jan. 9–11, 16–18. Cassie Mann directs local actors in Stephen Karam’s 2016 Tony-winning one-act play, described by the New York Times as “blisteringly funny, bruisingly sad and altogether wonderful,” about an uncomfortable family Thanksgiving dinner in a shabby basement apartment in New York City’s Chinatown. Recommended for mature audiences. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Civic Theatre, 322 W. Ann. Tickets $20 (seniors, $17; students, $10) at a2ct.org and (if available) at the door. (734) 971-2228.
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Friday Night Improv: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Every Fri. Performance by Eleven Non-Blondes, a house team of experienced improvisers. 7:30–9 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events, $18 (if available) at the door. [email protected].
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Martha Graham Dance Company: University Musical Society
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Jan. 16–18. Founded in 1926 and arguably the world’s most renowned modern dance company, this troupe celebrates its 100th anniversary with 3 unique programs focusing on Graham classics, along with a few new works by contemporary choreographers. Each program uses sets by the Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi, who partnered with Graham on over 20 works. Tonight: 3 works by Graham include her 1947 Night Journey, which explores the myth of Oedipus from the perspective of his mother and wife Jocasta, set to music by William Schuman; Immediate Tragedy, to music by Christopher Rountree; and Panorama, to music by Norman Lloyd. Also, a special commission TBA in honor of the company’s anniversary. On Jan. 15 (see listing), the authors of a new book of photography about the company sign books at Literati. From Jan. 16–Feb. 8 (see listing, Galleries), an exhibit of paintings inspired by Night Journey appears in the Power Center lobby. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) and 2 p.m. (Sun.), Power Center. Tickets $46–$97 in advance ($15–$20, students) at ums.org & by phone, and (if available) at the door. (734) 764–2538.
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University Lowbrow Astronomers Monthly Meeting
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U-M physics professor Fred Adams discusses how the planet Jupiter used to be much larger than it is today. 7:30 p.m., U-M Detroit Observatory, 1398 E. Ann at Observatory. Free. (734) 975–3248.
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Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center
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Every Fri. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner or experience required. Wear comfortable low-grip/tread shoes. Preceded at 7 and 8 p.m. by hour-long lessons. Followed by a “late night blues-&-fusion” dance. The 1st Friday of each month is free, and the 3rd Fridays include a Charleston lesson. 9–11 p.m., RAC, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. $5 (students, $4). riversidearts.org/riverside-swings.
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“Comedy Theme Park”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Monthly comedy show featuring a rotating theme TBA. 9:30–10:30 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events, $18 (if available) at the door. [email protected].
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“Superbad”: 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.
Jan. 16: “Superbad” (Greg Mottola, 2007). Coming-of-age teen buddy comedy classic with very funny performances by Michael Cera and Jonah Hill. 9:30 p.m.
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