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Events in November 2025
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Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week: Washtenaw Housing Alliance & Shelter Association of Washtenaw County
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Nov. 14–20. A week of events to bring attention to hunger and homelessness. Highlights: “Gather for Good Benefit Breakfast” (Nov. 17, 8–9:30 a.m., Ann Arbor City Club, $50) benefits the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County. Comics Emo Philips & Tim Cavanagh appear at an Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase fundraiser (see 20 Thursday listing). Various times and places. (734) 662–2829. Preregistration required for some events. Complete schedule and tickets available at annarborshelter.org/events.
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Weekly Rehearsal: Women’s Chamber Chorus
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Every Mon. All invited to join this 30-member local women’s community chorus to sing an eclectic program in four parts, including classical, folk, Broadway, pop, and jazz. Joshua Marzan directs. Eden West accompanies. 9:30–11:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1432 Washtenaw, rear ground level. Free to visitors (dues for those who join; scholarships available). [email protected].
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“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 cancellations or delays. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. (412) 302–9960.
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“Nashville”: State Theatre
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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.
Nov. 17: “Nashville” (Robert Altman, 1975). Drama with a large ensemble cast about people involved in the country and gospel music scene over a 5-day period leading to a gala concert for a populist presidential candidate. Followed by a discussion led by theater staff. Sponsored by the U-M Film, TV, and Media Department. 10 a.m.
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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Every Mon.–Fri. (except Nov. 26–28), 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 Senior Center
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Every Mon. & Thurs. (except Nov. 27). Play open to all skill levels age 18+, both non-sanctioned (Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). 12:30 p.m. (Mon.) & noon (Thurs.), Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $5 (Mon.) & $9 (Thurs.); $1–$2 less for AASC members. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
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“The Science of Social Relationships”: U-M Psychology Department Fall Seminar Series
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Nov. 3, 10, 17, & 24. Talks by resident and visiting scholars.
Nov. 3: U-M research fellow Tatum Jolink on “Dating and Relationships from a Challenge and Threat Perspective.”
Nov. 10: University of Virginia psychology professor Adrienne Wood on “Acquaintances and Friends: Balancing Social Exploration and Exploitation.”
Nov. 17: U-M psychology professor Robin Edelstein on “Testosterone Tradeoffs in Close Relationships.”
Nov. 24: U-M gerontechnology researcher Jess Francis-Levin on “Aging and Connecting in a Virtual World: Considerations for Social VR Design, Adoption, and Engagement Among Older Adults.”
3:30–5 p.m., 1430 U-M Institute for Social Research, 426 Thompson. Free. (734) 764–2580.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
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Every Mon.–Thurs. (except Nov. 25–27). The U-M’s highly disciplined 200+ member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on the new Elbel field, across the street from the old Elbel field. All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., new Elbel Field, Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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Eggshell Jewelry Making Demonstration: Ann Arbor District Library
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Local artist Maryn Louise demonstrates how to use a batik method to dye eggshells in the style of Ukrainian pysanky eggs. 5–6:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Letterpress Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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Nov. 1, 7, & 17 (different times). All adults invited to learn the basics of letterpress printing with movable type. 1–3 p.m. (Nov. 1), 5–7 p.m. (Nov. 7 & 17), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Sat., Mon., Tues., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.), a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsi.; and 6 p.m. (Thurs. except Nov. 27), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“What If We Get It Right?: Visions of Climate Futures”: Literati Bookstore Eco Book Club
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All invited to join a discussion, led by local poet Alison Swan, of Ayana Elizabeth Johnson’s 2024 anthology of essays by climate scientists and other experts that imagine humanity on the other side of the climate crisis. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Tickets $5 (can be redeemed for store credit) in advance only at literatibookstore.com. (734) 585–5567.
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Group Runs: A2 Runners
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Every Sun., Mon., & Wed. 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. Noon (Sun.) & 6:30 p.m. (Mon. & Wed.), 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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“The Boy and the Heron”: 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.
Nov. 15–19: “The Boy and the Heron” (Hayao Miyazaki, 2023). Dubbed (Sat., Sun., & Wed.) and subtitled (Mon. & Tues.) screenings of anime master Miyazaki’s latest film. In 1943 Japan, a young boy mourning the loss of his mother is pestered by a grey heron, who leads him to a mysterious world where the dead and the living meet. 4 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.) and 7 p.m. (Sun.–Wed.).
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Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
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Every Mon. Learn to dance jigs, reels, and strathspeys. All dances taught. Usually with live music by Susie Lorand, Josh Burdick, and friends. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. $10 suggested donation (first evening free). (734) 474–7299, (734) 274–0773.
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“Love Divine: Mystical Songs and Sacred Reflections”: U-M Chamber Choir & University Choir
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Eugene Rogers, along with grad student conductors, leads these music student choirs in a program of sacred music by James MacMillan, Samuel Coleridge Taylor, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and others. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. (734) 615-3204.
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