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September 28, 2025
a2Tech360: Ann Arbor Spark
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Sept. 24–Oct. 3. Weeklong tech festival. Free highlights:
A2AC ArtLab Demonstration Derby (Sept. 26, 5–8 p.m., A2AC, 117 W. Liberty) demos of new tech in art includes CG animation, 3D scanners, 3D virtual reality sculpture, and more.
Venue Connect Lunch & Learn (Oct. 1, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Venue, 1919 South Industrial Hwy.), speakers TBA.
A2 Tech Trek (Oct. 3, 1–5 p.m., E. Liberty from S. Division to S. Fifth Ave.), a street party with tech demos, info booths, food, and live music TBA and an afterparty from 6-9 p.m. at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. Also, the city’s annual “A2 Zero Green Fair” (see listing 19 Friday).
The week also includes ticketed business-oriented panel discussions, receptions, and pitch competitions (see a2tech360.com).
Various times & locations. A mix of free and ticketed events. a2tech360.com.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Tues.–Sun. (except Sept. 1-5). Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages, including the new T. Rex (noon), an exploration of the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history that contains scenes of dinosaur violence. Also, The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 p.m.) is an exploration of the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own, and Tales of the Maya Skies (2 p.m.) immerses viewers in the wonders of Mayan science, examining how Mayan scholars developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics. 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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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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Every Tues., Wed., & Sun. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. 7 a.m. (Tues.) & 8 a.m. (Sun.), 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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“Fall Derby Horse Show”: Cobblestone Farms at Revel Run
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Horses and riders compete in dressage, cross-country riding, and stadium jumping. Also, a smaller 1-day “Fun Show” at the same time on September 28. Refreshments. Pets must be on leash. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Revel Run, 555 S. Dancer Rd., Chelsea. Free. (734) 395–2633, [email protected], revelrun.com.
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“Elemental Ecstatic Dance”: Our Play Ground
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Every Sun. Dancers of all ages and abilities invited for free-form dancing. Flow toys, hula hoops, and other props provided. Wear loose clothes, barefoot or stockinged feet. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. A2 Yoga, 2030 Commerce Blvd. $20 (age 13 and under, free) cash or Venmo (@andjru) at the door only. [email protected], bit.ly/ecstatic-dance-a2.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun. All age 6 and 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.
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Blast Corn Maze: Nixon Farms
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Every Fri.–Sun., Sept. 20–Nov. 1. A large corn maze with 3.5 miles of trails and 3 exits to allow for routes of various lengths. Also, a U-pick pumpkin patch, hayrides, petting zoo, pedal cars, straw maze, and yard games. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. (Sat.), 11 a.m.–7 p.m. (Sun.), & 5–9 p.m. (Fri.), Nixon Farms, 6175 Daly Rd., Dexter. $16 (ages 5–12, $13; age 4 & under, free with adult admission). blastcornmaze.com.
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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
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Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 6–Oct. 26 and Wed.–Fri., Sept. 17–Oct. 31. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm, including wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. Also, for an extra charge on Sat. & Sun., an apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available. 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: $25.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies, free) online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.
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Intergalactic Festival of Board Games: Vault of Midnight
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All invited to play popular board games, from easy to advanced. “Game gurus” on hand to answer questions. Featured selections include Century Golem Edition, Heat, Brass: Birmingham, Foundations of Rome, Scythe, Castles of Burgundy, Beacon Patrol, Harmonies, Dune Imperium, Flip 7, Faraway, Vantage, Star Wars: Battle for Hoth, Rainbow, Railroad Tiles, Similio, Aquatic Animals, Bang, Wonder Book, and more. Attendees under age 16 must attend with a parent or guardian. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Vault of Midnight, 3rd floor event space, 219 South Main Street. $5 entry in advance at Vault of Midnight.
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Remodelers Home Tour: Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor
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Sept. 27 & 28. A chance to tour at least 10 newly remodeled Ann Arbor homes. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., various locations. $10 includes both days (age 16 & under, free), by cash or check at any of the tour houses listed. (734) 996–0100.
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Sunday Artisan Market
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Every Sun. through Dec. 21. Juried market of local handmade arts and crafts, now in its 34th year. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Farmers Market Pavilion, Kerrytown. Free admission. (734) 913–9622.
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H.A.C. Ultimate
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Every Sun. All invited to a relaxed pick-up game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. 11:15 a.m., Fuller Park, just west of the pool & parking lot (or occasionally across the street). Free. [email protected], (734) 846–9418.
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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy
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Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals who have amazing “super-powers” (1 & 4 p.m.), including a Shire horse, a frilled dragon, and a three–banded armadillo. Also, an animal keeper talk about the African crested porcupine (2 & 3 p.m.), and a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. Noon–5 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $15 (kids ages 2–12, $13; under age 2, free) cash or credit at the door only (no longer available online). (734) 929–9324. thecreatureconservancy.org.
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“Refugia Festival”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens/Nichols Arboretum
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Festival celebrating sonic beauty and the environment. Live performances by nature-inspired sound/video/sculpture performance artist Stephanie Vasko, the U-M student electronic chamber music sextet Flydlphn, the Detroit trance-inducing improvisational string ensemble White Flowers, Detroit-based improvisational composer-pianist Yvonne Pruneau, and the Regenerate! Orchestra, a volunteer ensemble that describes its music as immersive “ambient-classical-folk-noise.” Also, the unveiling of a new art installation that both measures and alters the acoustic qualities of a space, a community-curated art gallery, and more. Bring something to sit on. Food vendors. See refugiafestival.com/rf2025 for the complete lineup. Noon–7 p.m., Nichols Arboretum Peony Garden entrance at 1610 Washington Heights. Pay what you can in advance or at the door ($10–$20 suggested). refugiafestival.com.
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Critter House Open Hours: Leslie Science & Nature Center
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Every Sat. & Sun. (except Sept. 14). A chance to view LSNC birds of prey and its Critter House animals, which include frogs, turtles, snakes, and other species native to Michigan. Noon–3 p.m., LSNC, 1831 Traver. $5 suggested donation. lesliesnc.org, (734) 997–1553.
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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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Open Board Games: Sylvan Factory
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Every Sun. All invited to play one of a wide variety of board games in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Instruction provided. Also, on Sept. 7, game playtesting with Michigame Design Lab (2 p.m.), during which players are invited to try out new board and card games from local designers Bruce Bielawa & Joe Hopkins and provide feedback. Noon–6 p.m., Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Free. [email protected].
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“Out of the Water and Back Again: A Whale’s Tale”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos
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Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo for ages 5 and up about the evolutionary history of whales and what the museum’s fossil whales and other related species reveal. 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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PandaCamp Fall Fest: Zion Lutheran Church
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An afternoon of family-friendly activities including a bounce house, Kidokinetics classes, face painting and more. Food trucks. Also, a raffle to support the camp scholarship fund. Prizes include: Birkenstocks, Launch Jump passes, free bowling, and treats from Cherry Republic. 12:30–3:30 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty. Free. (734) 994-4455.
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“12th Annual RunTough”: ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation
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Family-friendly 1-mile off-road fun run, along with a free tot sprint for the toddler crowd. Also, a “Punt, Pass, & Kick” challenge, lawn games, inflatables, and other activities. Food trucks. Entry fee includes a T-shirt. A fundraiser for pediatric brain cancer research. Virtual 5K available. 1 p.m., Saline Hornet Stadium, Saline High School, 1300 Campus Pkwy., Saline. $30 (1-mile or Punt, Pass, & Kick), $50 (both), $10 (tot sprint for age 5 & under), $35 (virtual 5K, with T-shirt), by Sept. 3; after Sept. 3 fee goes up by $5; kids 5 and under free. Preregistration required at chadtough.org/runtough.
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“Harvest Fest”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens
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All invited to this celebration of U-M student-driven food initiatives that includes lawn games, hands-on arts and crafts, and cooking demos. 1–4 p.m., Campus Farm, Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. A shuttle bus runs every 20 minutes from the Central Campus Transit Center. mbgna.umich.edu/event/harvest-fest.
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“Storytelling and Community Care as Healing Tools for Parental Incarceration”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Detroit writer and social justice advocate Reda Taleb discusses how to help youth prepare for visits with incarcerated loved ones. 1–2 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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3D Printing Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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All invited to print an item to take home after learning about the library’s 3D printing resources and the basics of 3D design. 1–5 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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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U-M Women’s Soccer
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Match vs. Youngstown State. The U-M also has home games this month against USC (Sept. 18, 7 p.m.), UCLA (Sept. 21, 1 p.m.), and Minnesota (Sept. 28, 1 p.m.). 1 p.m., U-M Soccer Stadium, 2250 S. State. $8 & $10. (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com.
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“Easily Citing Your Genealogical Sources: A Roadmap of Your Research”: Genealogical Society of Washtenaw County
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Talk by Dexter genealogist Katherine R. Willson, author of The Genealogist’s Guide to Grand Rapids, Michigan. Followed by a small group discussion, with facilitators (in person and on Zoom), on “Brick Walls” in research. 1:30 p.m., Trinity Health Education Center Auditorium, 5305 Elliott Dr. parking lot P, Ypsilanti. Also via livestream; for URL email [email protected] by Sept. 25. Free.
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“The Lorax”: 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.
Sept. 28: “The Lorax” (Chris Renaud, 2012). Animated musical take on Dr. Seuss’s book about a creature who sticks up for trees against a greedy entrepreneur. FREE, but reservations required at marquee-arts.org/calendar. 1:30 p.m.
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“Walking with Whales Tour”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Sun. Thirty-minute tour that uses the museum’s specimens to tell the story of prehistoric whales and dolphins, who had 4 limbs and walked on land. 1:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. (734) 764–0478.
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“Gloria”: U-M Theatre Department
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Sept. 25–28 & Oct. 2–5. Judith Moreland directs drama students in award-winning African American playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ 2015 comedy-drama about a group of low-level employees at a glitzy Manhattan magazine competing to succeed in a publishing industry where opportunities for traditional writers and editors are increasingly rare. New York Times theater critic Ben Brantley calls the play a “whip-smart satire of fear and loathing in a beleaguered industry under siege.” Recommended for ages 16 & older. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin, North Campus. Tickets $35 (students, $16) in advance at tickets.smtd.umich.edu & at the door. (734) 764–0583.
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“Norma & Wanda”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., Sept. 25–Dec. 21. Rhiannon Ragland directs Purple Rose founder Jeff Daniels’ 2005 comedy about two very different sisters who get themselves into an outrageous pickle over an old high school boyfriend, a chaotic church social, and a secret family recipe for Christmas sausage. Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (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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“Taiwan Travelogue: Unearthing Stories of Identity, Cuisine, & Friendship”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Taiwanese writer Shuang-z Yang and translator Lin King are joined by local writer Frances Kai-Hwa Wang to discuss Taiwan Travelogue: A Novel, Yang’s 2024 novel (translated by King), set in Taiwan in 1938 during the Japanese occupation, about the relationship between a Japanese novelist and her Taiwanese interpreter. Also, a tasting of traditional Taiwanese food. Signing. 2–3:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Walk a Mile in My Shoes”: Jewish Family Services
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All invited to join a 1-mile-long walk to support the organization’s work resettling refugees. 2–5 p.m. Burns Park Elementary, 1414 Wells. Free, but sponsorship and donations encouraged. Preregistration required at jfsannarbor.org/walk-a-mile. [email protected].
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A2 Jazz Fest
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See 27 Saturday. Today: a jazz workshop (3 p.m.) aimed at teens that’s led by local bassist Rob Bickley. Followed by performances by student jazz ensembles (4:30 p.m.), a jazz ensemble led by acclaimed Michigan-based composer-pianist Jeff Haas (5:30 p.m.), and Theo Croker, a nationally acclaimed experimental jazz trumpeter whose music incorporates elements of hip-hop, funk, soul, R&B, and pop. With a late-night jazz jam session at the Ravens Club (see Nightspots listing). 2–8:30 p.m.
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Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild
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All invited to listen to guild members swap stories or bring their own to tell. 2–4 p.m., Schuler Books, 2513 Jackson Ave. annarborstorytelling.org. Free.
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Channeling Fall 2025: Remembering Wholeness, Darshan with the Mother: Deep Spring Center
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Contact information: deepspring.org, [email protected] or 734.477.5848.
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Crazy Wisdom Bookstore Events
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Sept. 17, 20, 21, 24, & 28. Discussions and demos led by local practitioners of various disciplines.
Sept. 17 (6–8:30 p.m.): “Women’s Goddess Circle.” All invited to join a discussion focused on the stages of women’s lives from early middle age on.
Sept. 20 (11 a.m.–1 p.m.): “Death Cafe.” All invited to join a frank conversation about death led by participants.
Sept. 21 & 28 (2–4 p.m.): “Mastering Meditation.” With Kapila Castoldi.
Sept. 24 (6:30–8:30 p.m.): “Spirit Conversation.” All invited to ask questions of “beings” channeled by Barbara Brodsky and Colette Simone.
Various times, Crazy Wisdom, 114 S. Main, upstairs. Free unless otherwise indicated. (734) 665–2757, crazywisdom.net.
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Sunday Drop-In Tour: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
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Sept. 7, 21, & 28. Docent-led tours exploring “Greek and Roman Mythology” (Sept. 7), “Ancient Scripts, Scribes, and Writing Materials” (Sept. 21), and “Walk with an Egyptian: A Journey Through Time” (Sept. 28). 2–3 p.m., Kelsey Museum, 434 S. State. Free. (734) 764–9304.
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“Out of the Water and Back Again: A Whale’s Tale”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos
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Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo for ages 5 and up about the evolutionary history of whales and what the museum’s fossil whales and other related species reveal. 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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“Bernadette of Lourdes”: 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, Ypsilanti) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Sept. 28 & 29: “Bernadette of Lourdes.” Broadcast of a prerecorded performance of this French musical about a 19th-century French young girl who experienced several spiritual apparitions. 3 p.m. (Sun.) & 6:45 p.m. (Mon.).
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Dances of Universal Peace
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All invited to join in simple circle dances and chants from the Iroquois Thanksgiving prayer in a joyful practice to build peace and understanding. Live music by drummer Susan Slack and guest musicians TBA. 3–4:30 p.m., Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth, 704 Airport Blvd. Donation requested. dancesofuniversalpeace.org.
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“Celestial Heritage: Latin America's Skies and Women in Astronomy”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Two short lectures on Latin American astronomers and observatories by U-M astronomy professors Mario Mateo & Nuria Calvet. 4–5 p.m., AADL Westgate, 2503 Jackson Ave. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Henry Orr, a Black Caterer in Early Federal Washington, D.C.”: Culinary Historians of Ann Arbor
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Rescheduled from February. Virginia-based independent historian Leni A. Sorensen discusses, via livestream on a big screen, the life and food of Henry Orr, a Black chef who catered enough fine dinners in antebellum Washington to buy himself, his wife, and his children out of slavery. Q&A. 4–5:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Also via YouTube; get URL at culinaryhistoriansannarbor.org or aadl.org/events. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Spider-Man 3”: 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, Ypsilanti) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Sept. 28: “Spider-Man 3” (Sam Raimi, 2007). The third installment of Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy where Spider-Man’s suit turns black, bringing out the darker side of his personality. 4:15 & 7:15 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20) and 4 & 7:15 p.m. (Emagine).
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Cocktail Class: Farm-to-Glass: Tammy's Tastings
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Learn about how to turn your Farmer’s Market trips into delicious cocktails, as we tackle techniques like muddling, infusing, using preserves in cocktails, and lots more! Your booking includes light snacks (pretzels, nuts).
The Last Word is closed during the class, so no food service is available. The class includes a combination of history and stories, technique instruction, and hands-on making of cocktails. Plus sampling, of course! Total consumption is equivalent to around 2 cocktails per person over the 2 hour class. Please anticipate working with other groups, sharing ingredients, and doing a mix of sitting or standing throughout the class.
301 W Huron St ,Ann Arbor. https://www.tammystastings.com/upcoming-event/farm-to-glass-cocktails-2/ $59. [email protected] www.tammystastings.comAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
P.O.R.K. - Phil Ogilvie's Rhythm Kings: Zal Gaz Grotto
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10-piece big band led by Chris Smith, specializing in hot jazz of the 1920s and 30s. Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver, Duke Ellington and other jazz legends are prominent in their repertoire. Great for listening or dancing.
2070 W. Stadium Blvd ,Ann Arbor. Free (tipjar for the band). [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/porkjazz 248-446-0403.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Domestic Resurrection Revolution in Progress Circus”: Bread & Puppet Theater
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This Vermont-based company, one of the oldest nonprofit political theater companies in the country, returns to town for the first time since 2007 with its latest art circus. The show features performances by imaginatively costumed stilt dancers, wild papier mâché beasts, and a brass band, all commenting on the current political climate. “The Bread & Puppet Theater has been so long a part of America’s conscious struggle for our better selves, that it has become, paradoxically, a fixture of our subconscious,” says NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu. This is the only planned Michigan appearance in a national tour. After the show, all are welcome to eat the company’s famous free sourdough rye bread with aioli. Also, a sale of “cheap art” (books, posters, postcards, pamphlets, banners from the Bread & Puppet Press). 6 p.m., Riverside Park, 2 E. Cross, Ypsilanti. $20 suggested donation. breadandpuppet.org.
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Ann Arbor Morris
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Every Sun. (except Sept. 7). All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance thought to be descended from the 15th-century Spanish morisca. Wear athletic shoes. 6–8 p.m., for location contact [email protected]. Free.
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Ballroom Dance Club at the U-M
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Every Sun. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including foxtrots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 6 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. 7–9 p.m., Michigan Union Ballroom. $5 ($10 includes lessons). (734) 763–6984.
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Fusion Connection: Rhizome Roots Studio
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Sept. 26-28. Michigan's largest annual fusion dance weekender. Three days and nights of dancing you don't want to miss! The only event in Michigan that blends Brazilian Zouk, West Coast Swing, Blues, and Fusion. Improve connection, creativity, and skill through classes ranging from beginner to advance levels for everyone. No partner or experience needed, and all beginners are welcome. Social dancing in the evenings to recorded music.
Passes on sale now. Event details at https://www.facebook.com/events/concourse-dr-ann-arbor-mi-48108-united-states/mi-fusion-connection-dance-weekender-2025/891822096341166/
All Rhizome Roots events are LGBTQIA+ safe spaces and neurodivergent friendly. Cost a concern, or want to give back - signup to volunteer HERE https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45A9A828A5FEC07-54835489-volunteer#/
4350 Concourse Dr ,Ann Arbor, MI. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fusion-connection-mi-2025-tickets-1545122706609?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-source=cp&utm-term=listing&utm-campaign=social&utm-medium=discovery&utm-content=attendeeshare $20-$250. Single session and full weekend passes available at the door. Discounts for preregistration.. [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/events/891822096341166/ 217-299-3803.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Spider-Man 3”: 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, Ypsilanti) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline), various times.
Sept. 28: “Spider-Man 3” (Sam Raimi, 2007). The third installment of Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy where Spider-Man’s suit turns black, bringing out the darker side of his personality. 4:15 & 7:15 p.m. (Ann Arbor 20) and 4 & 7:15 p.m. (Emagine).
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Improv Jam: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Sept. 14 & 28. All are invited to play short-form improv games and participate in a long-form improv. No experience required. Spectators welcome. 7:30–9:30 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. Pay what you want. [email protected]. heardotsay.com/events.
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