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May 12, 2026
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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Every Sun., Tues., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. Dozer Coffee (8 a.m. Sun. & 7 a.m. Tues.), 112 Jackson Plz. and Fleet Feet (7 p.m. Wed.), 123 E. Liberty. Free. (734) 929–9022 (Sun. & Tues.) & (734) 769–5016 (Wed.). fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
“Digital Privacy in the Age of AI: Risks and Protections”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Alfred Gourdji Distinguished Lecture Series
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Talk by U-M computer science professor Florian Schaub. The fourth in a series of 4 monthly lectures. 10–11:30 a.m., WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., Towsley Auditorium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. $25 (members, $15); $105 (members, $55) for the 4-lecture series in advance at olli-umich.org (create an account) & at the door. First OLLI event, free. Membership, $50 a year. (734) 998–9351.
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. The newest program examines how Michigan animals get along with each other—or don’t. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Fri., Tues., & Thurs. 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. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
“Art History in the Afternoon: El Greco”: Ann Arbor District Library
U-M Baseball
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Game vs. Ohio. This month’s home schedule also includes a 3-game series vs. Ohio State (May 14, 6 p.m.; May 15, 4 p.m.; & May 16, 1 p.m.). 4 p.m., Ray Fisher Stadium, 1114 S. State. Today’s game, free; 3-game series tickets $10–$12 at mgoblue.com/tickets & at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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May 7, 12, 14, & 18. (different times). All invited to work on their own projects using the library’s tools, including silhouette cutting machines, die cutters, embossers, and button makers (May 7); 3D printers, laser engravers, and 3D pens (May 12); soldering equipment and electronic components (May 14); and sewing machines, silhouette vinyl cutters, and heat presses (May 18). 5–7:30 p.m. (May 7, 12, & 14) and 11 a.m.–2 p.m. (May 18), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab Annex. Free. (734) 327–4200.
“Junk Journaling”: Ann Arbor District Library
“Collage and Chill”: Dzanc House
“Springtime Invitational Competition”: Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club
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May 14–17: Skaters from beginners to seniors compete in freestyle, ice dance, pairs, and showcase categories. Also, in preparation for the competition, AAFSC skaters exhibit their solo ice dance routines (May 8, 4:15 p.m.–7:05 p.m.) and their freestyle routines (May 12, 6:15 p.m.–8:05 p.m.). 9 a.m.–8 p.m. (May 14–16) & 9 a.m.–noon (May 17), Ann Arbor Ice Cube, 2121 Oak Valley Dr. Free. (734) 213–6768.
“Evening IN Day”: International Neighbors
“Stay Forte”: 2026 Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival
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May 3–13. Screenings of films from around the world that address the Jewish experience. Various times, State Theatre except as noted. Each screening $12 in advance at jccannarbor.org/film-festival and at the door.
May 12: “Stay Forte” (Doron Eran, 2025). Harrowing, often brutal Israeli drama depicting the experiences of three men taken as hostages in the attack of October 7, 2023. Hebrew & Arabic, subtitles. 6:30 p.m.
Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Every Tues., Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play both casual and tournament forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG).
Tues. (6:30 p.m.): “Pauper.” A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5.
Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Commander.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): “Standard.” Three rounds, with competitive tournament rules, prizes of store credit. $10.
Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Friday Night Draft.” Cost and format vary.
Various times, 2459 W. Stadium. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
“Bees of Michigan”: Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers
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Talk by University of Manitoba entomology professor Jason Gibbs, coauthor of the pocket guide Bees of the Great Lakes Region and Wildflowers to Support Them. Q&A for new beekeepers begins at 6:30 p.m. 7–9 p.m., Matthaei Auditorium, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. a2b2club.org.
Fantasy and Science Fiction/Theory Reading Group: U-M English Department
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All age 21 & over invited to discuss (via Zoom) They Were 11!, Moto Hagio’s classic 1975 sci-fi manga about a group of young space cadets placed on a decommissioned spaceship as a test, with the orders to survive as long as they can. 7–9 p.m., via Zoom. Free. For questions, virtual access: [email protected].
Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
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Every Tues. Singers of all ages and genders invited to join rehearsals of this award-winning a cappella chorus. 7–8:45 p.m., First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4001 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free to visitors; call ahead or check website (dues for those who join). (734) 796–7467, [email protected], hvharmonizers.org.
Shape Note Singing: Ypsi Shape Note Group
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May 12 & 26. All invited to join an evening of this early American form of hymn singing that uses musical notation with distinct shapes to make learning easier. Songbooks available, but singers encouraged to bring their own. 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. (734) 480–2787.
Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
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Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no complicated steps, and 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.
A Night of Song”: Voices in Harmony
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Jennifer Jones directs this 40-member women’s close harmony chorus in material they’re preparing for the Sweet Adelines regional competition in Cleveland later this month. Light refreshments. 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), UAW Hall, 8975 Textile, Ypsi. Free, donations accepted. voicesinharmonychorus.org.