Events
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“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens. The newest program lets participants try out simulated snake senses to experience the world as if they were a snake. No live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
MoreEvery Mon. & Thurs. Play open to all skill levels age 18 & up, both non-sanctioned (Mon.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.). Noon–3:30 p.m. (Thurs., $9) & 12:30–3:30 p.m. (Mon., $5); $1–$2 less for AASC members. 1320 Baldwin. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
MoreEvery Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 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. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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“Yarn-Wrapped Cardboard Letters”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAdults and kids grade K & up invited to make a colorful decoration by wrapping different colors of yarn around a precut cardboard letter. 2–3 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Inhabitants & Architects: The Homes of Indian Village”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreMichigan photographer and architectural historian Dale A. Carlson presents a slide-illustrated talk on the homes, architects, and residents of this Detroit neighborhood that was home to many of the city’s wealthy automakers, industrialists, and financiers. 2–3:15 p.m., AADL Pittsfield. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun., June 25–Aug. 30. (See review) Kate Thomsen directs longtime Purple Rose resident playwright Carey Crim’s comedy-drama about a group of old friends gathered to celebrate their friend Emma’s fourth wedding. Together, they revisit their memories of each of her previous three weddings to “the one.” Adult language and subject matter. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $31.50–$52.50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org, (734) 433–7673, & (if available) at the door. Discounts available.
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A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
MoreEvery Thurs.–Sun., June 4–Sept. 28. Local musicians TBA perform at several locations along Main downtown. Rain cancels. 4 p.m. Thurs.–Sun., S. Main between E. Washington & W. William. For the complete lineup, go to mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets. Free.
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Billy Brandt and Elaine Schoendorf
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborDuo of veteran Detroit country-flavored psychedelic folk-rock singer-songwriters. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAug. 6, 13, 19, & 27 (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 (Aug. 6); 3D printers, laser engravers, and 3D pens (Aug. 13); sewing machines, silhouette vinyl cutters, and heat presses (Aug. 19); and soldering equipment and electronic components (Aug. 27). 5:30–7:30 p.m. (Aug. 6, 13, & 27) & 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (Aug. 19), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Depot Town Cruise Nights: Ypsilanti Auto Museum
MoreEvery Thurs. Old car cruise, kids activities, and free ice cream. Artwork, crafts, and antiques for sale. 5:30–8:30 p.m., E. Cross between Rice & N. River St., Ypsi. Free. [email protected].
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
MoreEvery Sat., Mon., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.) or a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.). AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 901 W. Eisenhower; Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi; and AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 2621 Plymouth Rd. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Thursday Evening Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 25 to 35 miles, along the less-traveled unpaved roads around Chelsea. Bring a chair and a beverage or snack for a postride tailgate. See aabts.org for weather cancelations or delays. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Email [email protected] for each week’s route. Free. (313) 980–5277.
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Bad Decisions Track Club
MoreEvery Thurs. Runners of all abilities invited to join this eclectic group of runners ranging from people training for their first 5K to ultramarathoners. Sessions are typically interval-based track workouts, followed by socializing at a nearby brewery. 6 p.m., Ferry Field, State at Hoover. May meet elsewhere if the weather is bad. Free. See walline.wixsite.com/bdtc to sign up for email updates on each week’s workout.
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Touch Rugby: U-M Rugby Football Club
MoreEvery Tues. & Thurs. All invited to play a low-contact version of rugby. Beginners welcome. 6–7:30 p.m., Riverside Park, 1000 Canal. Free. [email protected].
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“When Squirrels Fly” Book Launch
MoreLocal writer D.E. Carr reads from and discusses her new cozy mystery novel, set in Ann Arbor. It’s about a woman who drops everything to search for her missing aunt. In the process, she encounters attack drones, wormholes, quantum entanglement, and dream-based warnings from angry flying squirrels. 6–7:30 p.m., in the former Mark’s Carts lot, 211 W. Washington. Free.
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Drop-in Knitting: Spun
MoreEvery Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 1–3 p.m. (Sun.) & 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
MoreEvery Thurs. All invited to drop in with broken electronics, furniture, toys, or any other item they’d like to try to repair or repurpose with the help and guidance of AHA members. Repairs not guaranteed. 6–8 p.m., basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Free; donations welcome. [email protected], meetup.com/allhandsactive/events.
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Open Mic.
MoreSam Hill 5827 Jackson Rd.All performers invited. Hosted by local folk-rock singer-songwriter Mike Gentry. Sign-up at 5:30 p.m.
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Annual United Association of Plumbers & Pipefitters Block Party: Destination Ann Arbor
MoreLive music by the Milwaukee Tool Shed Band, a 14-piece jam band of Milwaukee Tools employees. Food available for sale from area restaurants, with dining tables in the street. 6–10 p.m., Main between Liberty & William. Free. [email protected], annarbor.org/welcome-ua.
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“Lady Gaga Studies”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreMilwaukee-based historian Vince Tripi presents a detailed analysis of the music video for Lady Gaga’s hit “Born This Way,” exploring themes of identity, queerness, and literature. 6:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.