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October 14, 2025
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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Every Wed., Sun., & Tues. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. 7 p.m. (Wed.), Fleet Feet, 123 E. Liberty; and 7 a.m. (Tues.) & 8 a.m. (Sun.). Dozer Coffee, 112 Jackson Plz. Free. (734) 769–5016 (Wed.) & (734) 929–9022 (Sun. & Tues.). fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
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“Covert Consciousness in Humans, Animals, and Machines”: U-M Center for Consciousness Science Annual Symposium
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Daylong conference on covert consciousness, the state in which individuals possess awareness they lack the means to express. Speakers include researchers in multiple disciplines from across the country, including MIT philosophy professor Matthias Michel on “Sensory Horizons and Visual Consciousness in Non-Human Animals,” U-M information professor Kentaro Toyama on “Why Digital AI Will Not Be Conscious,” and many others. 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m., Rackham Amphitheatre, 4th fl. Free, but preregistration required at tinyurl.com/um-covert-conscious. (734) 936–4280.
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Center for Consciousness Science Symposium: Covert Consciousness in Humans, Animals, and Machines: Center for Consciousness Science
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There is growing interest in the question whether artificial intelligent systems may someday become conscious. How could we tell? But the roots of this problem also extend to medical neuroscience. Whether patients who are unable to communicate, such as those in coma or deep anesthesia, may harbor fragments of consciousness is currently impossible to determine with certainty. Likewise, we do not know if animals that don’t speak our language are conscious or not. Discussion is also ongoing whether human cerebral organoids or artificial neuronal networks could have the necessary features to be consciously aware. Thus, there is a similar fundamental problem with respect to humans, animals, and artificial systems that we face to determine the presence of conscious awareness in the absence of a possibility for direct verbal or behavioral verification. The presence of consciousness without observable signs is called covert consciousness.
The symposium will focus on this common problem, the detection of covert consciousness in humans, animals, and biological or artificial systems. Different views from the disciplines of clinical and experimental neuroscience, neurobiology, philosophy, and artificial intelligence will be featured and followed by open discussion.
Rackham Building 4th Floor Amphitheatre; 915 E. Washington St. ,Ann Arbor, MI. Free. https://medresearch.umich.edu/labs-departments/centers/consciousness-scienceAdd this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Sunrise Nature Hike: Nature Learning Community
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Autumn has arrived and is dazzling us with crisp air, brilliant blue skies, and changing leaves. Birds are migrating and woodland animals are preparing for the long season of rest ahead. Join naturalist Elle Bogle for a morning hike to explore the rolling hills, diverse wetlands, and sweeping vistas of this preserve and soak in all the seasonal changes. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
LeFurge Woods Nature Preserve 2384 N. Prospect Rd., 48198 ,Superior Township. Free. [email protected] naturelearningcommunity.org 734 474 1494.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Fall Foliage Walk”: Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation
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All invited to take a hike and gather materials for a craft activity. Also, apple cider. 10–10:45 a.m., Pavilion 3, Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt Rd. $7 (Pittsfield residents, $5). Preregistration required at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov or (734) 822–2120.
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“Growing Up in the Real River City”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Alfred Gourdji Distinguished Lecture Series
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Local professional flutist Penny Fisher discusses how her hometown inspired fellow Mason City, Iowa, native Meredith Wilson’s hit musical The Music Man. Second in a series of 4 monthly lectures. 10–11:30 a.m., Washtenaw Community College, Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Preregistration required at olli-umich.org. $90 (members, $55) for the 4-lecture series. $25 per lecture (members, $15). Membership, $35 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun. 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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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Every Mon.–Fri. (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin, North Campus. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Thurs., Fri., & Tues. 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. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected] beforehand.
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Navigating Communication Challenges Through the Caregiving Journey: Brecon Village, EHM Senior Solutions
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Speaker: Jim Mangi, Founder
Dementia Friendly Services
This session offers practical guidance on communicating for a loved one living with dementia and advocating for their needs. Gain helpful strategies and feel more confident supporting your loved
one throughout their journey.
Join us for:
Light refreshments
A heartfelt, informative talk from
Jim Mangi with Q&A discussion
Tour our beautiful community
Free take-home resources
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Babies & Brews at Bløm: Bløm
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Look, we’ve been the parents of an itty bitty and a toddler trying to figure out where we could take them to relax, meet other humans, and not feel like we were constantly chasing. The first few years can be isolating, but it doesn’t have to be! This is a community space, and that includes the youngest members. So we’re doubling down with a weekly time for the parent, cool uncle, craft beer gramma, or any other caregiver to come hang for a bit.
Food, bevvies and N/A options available for purchase.
100 S 4th Ave Suite 110 ,Ann Arbor. Free. https://www.drinkblom.com/events/Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club
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Every Tues. All invited to play the classic word game, using the 5th-edition Scrabble dictionary. Bring your own set, if you like. 5–9 p.m., Arbor Brewing Company Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti. Free. [email protected], meetup.com/ann-arbor-scrabble-meetup.
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“Collage and Chill”: Dzanc House
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Oct. 14 & 28. All invited to make collages. Supplies provided, but bring your own if you like. 6–8 p.m., Dzanc House, 402 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti. Free ($5 suggested donation). dzanchouse.org.
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“Hand-Tools for Conservation”: Stewardship Network Stewards’ Circle
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Discussion of the utility of various hand tools for pulling and burning weeds, soil testing, and more. Attendees invited to bring theirs to show off. 6–7 p.m., Washtenaw County Conservation District, 705 N. Zeeb. Free. [email protected].
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“Punk Embroidery”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults and teens invited to learn 3 simple stitches, then use them to embroider a design onto a back patch. Bring a cotton T-shirt to decorate. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. 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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Farm Dinner & Concert: Green Things Farm.
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Live music by local alt-country quartet the Minor Pieces and Charlie's Band following dinner (6 p.m.) from Slow Fire Pizza. Please bring your own beverages, table settings, picnic blanket, lawn chair. 6 p.m., Green Things Farm Collective, 3825 Nixon Rd. $45 ($10, kids 5-10; free, kids under 5) in advance online. Limited Parking.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Thurs., Sat., Mon., & Tues. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower; 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; and 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Sewing Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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Oct. 14 & 27. All invited to get basic sewing help with unfinished projects or learn how to use the AADL sewing machines. Bring your own sewing machine, if you wish. No experience necessary. Also, local crafter Amber Adams-Fall demonstrates mitered corners (Oct. 14) and sewing instructor Rae Hoekstra discusses elastic waistbands (Oct. 27). 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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 and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Free. For each week’s route, email [email protected].
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“Amanda”: Literati Bookstore
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Georgia-based Michigan-bred writer H.S. Cross discusses her new novel, a historical romance about a pair of star-crossed lovers in post WWI England. 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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Tuesday Night Workouts: Ann Arbor Track Club
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Every Tues. Runners of all skill levels, age 14 & up, invited to participate in short, intense interval workouts. Arrive at 6:20 p.m. to warm up. 6:30 p.m., Ferry Field, 1150 S. State. Visitors free; $30/year membership for regular participants. Preregistration required at aatrackclub.org/interval-workouts.
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“Honey Labels & General Bee Knowledge”: Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers
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Talk by master beekeeper Clay Ottoni, president of the Oakland Beekeepers’ Club. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a beginners’ Q&A session. 7–9 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Also available online at home. Free; metered parking. a2b2club.org.
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“Sound & Silence”: Canterbury House
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Every Tues. Regular gathering exploring contemplative music and silence, sometimes led by a guest artist. 7 p.m., Canterbury House, 721 E. Huron St. (Occasionally held in Nichols Arboretum). Free, donations welcome. canterburyhouse.org/soundandsilence.
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“The Impact of Budget Cuts and Legal Changes to Health Care Access”: League of Women Voters of Washtenaw County
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Talk by Washtenaw County Health Department deputy officer Ruth Kraut. Q&A. 7–8 p.m., Ypsilanti District Library, Whittaker Branch, 5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti. Free. my.lwv.org/michigan/washtenaw-county.
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Fantasy and Science Fiction/Theory Reading Group: U-M English Department
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All age 21 & over invited (via Zoom) to bring book suggestions for the group to read for future monthly meetings. 7–9 p.m. For access, please email [email protected].
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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
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Every Tues. Singers of all genders invited to join this rehearsal. 7–8:45 p.m., Interfaith Center, 704 Airport Blvd., ste. 1. Free to visitors (annual dues for those who join). (734) 796–7467, [email protected], tinyurl.com/hvharmonizers.
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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 partner or experience needed. Wear comfortable clothes and 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 (students, $4; kids age 13 and under with caregiver, free). (734) 665–7704, aactmad.org/english-country.
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Voices in Harmony
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Every Tues. (except Oct. 21). Female singers invited to join a rehearsal of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–9:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile, Ypsilanti. Free to visitors (dues for those who join). (734) 765–3611, [email protected].
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“Les Diaboliques”: 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.
Oct. 14: “Les Diaboliques” (Henri-Georges Clouzot, 1955). French psychological thriller with Simone Signoret in a thrilling turn as the murderous mistress of a cruel boarding school headmaster. French, subtitles. 7:30 p.m.
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German Speakers Round Table
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Oct. 14 & 28. All German speakers, native or non-native, invited for conversation. 7:30 p.m., Grizzly Peak Brewing Company, 120 W. Washington. Free admission. (734) 358–1845.
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“Comedy Gauntlet”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Every Tues. Ninety-second sets by each of 16 area stand-up comics TBA. 8 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. $17 in advance at crowdwork.com/e/comedy-gauntlet and $18 (if available) at the door. [email protected].
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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.) together. 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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