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July 9, 2026
“Cavanaugh Lake Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
“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 lets participants try out simulated snake senses to experience the world as if they were a snake. Also, models of snake brains available to examine, but no live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
Sonic Lunch: Bank of Ann Arbor
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See 2 Thursday. Today: NYC-based “staunchly synergistic, sober psychedelic” singer-songwriter (and U-M grad) Theo Katzman, best known locally as a member of the funk–soul collective Vulfpeck. Opener: The Rebel Eves, Michigan Americana trio—consisting of Grace Theisen, Jilian Linklater, and Katie Pederson—known for their emotional, empowering original songs with tight three-part harmonies. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Liberty Plaza, E. Liberty at S. Division. Free. soniclunch.com.
“Classic Arcade Week 2026”: Ann Arbor District Library
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July 5–9. All invited to drop in and play vintage arcade game cabinets, including Donkey Kong, Frogger, Galaga, The Simpsons, Space Invaders, and more. With a high score tournament on Thursday (qualification play begins at 10 a.m.). No quarters required. Noon–7:45 p.m., AADL Warehouse, 265 Parkland Plz. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Every Thurs. & Mon. Play open to all skill levels age 18+, both ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.) and non-sanctioned (Mon.). Noon–3:30 p.m. (Thurs.) and 12:30–3:30 p.m. (Mon.), 1320 Baldwin. $9 (Thurs.) & $5 (Mon.); $1–$2 less for AASC members. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
Outdoor Gallery and Sculpture Garden: Stephenson Ceramics
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Explore the 2026 Outdoor Gallery & Sculpture Garden and be among the first to experience Visionaries, a special exhibit celebrating the history, artistry, and lasting impact of Susanne and John Stephenson. Tour the studio, peek inside the archives, and discover a lifetime of ceramic innovation from this dynamic duo. Open June 6 - Oct. 31, Thursday - Saturday, 12 - 4 PM. Private one-on-one art consultations available by appointment. Free group tours for 5 or more may be booked in advance. Noon-1 p.m., 4380 West Waters Rd., Free. (734) 395-1540, [email protected], https://www.stephensonceramicstudio.com/
U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Tues.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. We Are Stars (noon) explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, connecting life on Earth to the evolution of the universe; The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 p.m.) explores the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own; and T. Rex (2 p.m.) describes the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history (includes scenes of dinosaur violence). Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., 1105 North University. $8 at the gift shop. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Thurs., Fri., & Tues. 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].
“Fiddler on the Roof”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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Thurs.–Sun., June 4–July 19. Dan Cooney directs this local professional company in the 1964 musical, an adaptation of stories by celebrated Yiddish writer Sholem Aleichem with a book by Joseph Stein and Sheldon Harnick and music by Jerry Bock. The plot concerns life in a 1905 Jewish Ukrainian shtetl before a pogrom forces an exodus. Starring Broadway veteran Daniel Friedman as Tevye. 7 p.m. (some Thurs., Fri., & Sat.) & 2 p.m. (some Thurs., Sat., & Sun.). Encore Maas Main Stage, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $34–$65 in advance at theencoretheatre.org & (if available) at the door. (734) 268–6200.
“Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., June 25–Aug. 30. 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. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 3 p.m. (Thurs., Sat., & Wed.), 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.
A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
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Every Thurs.–Sun., June 4–Sept. 28. Local musicians TBA perform at several locations along Main St. downtown. Also, storytime, fitness classes, and interactive art activities. 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.
Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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July 9, 16, 22, & 30 (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 (July 9); 3D printers, laser engravers, and 3D pens (July 16); sewing machines, silhouette vinyl cutters, and heat presses (July 22); and soldering equipment and electronic components (July 30). 5–7:30 p.m. (July 9, 22, & 30) & 11 a.m.–2 p.m. (July 16), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Depot Town Cruise Nights: Ypsilanti Auto Museum
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Every Thurs. Old car cruise, kids activities, and free ice cream. Artwork, crafts, & antiques for sale. 5:30–8:30 p.m., E. Cross between Rice and N. River St., Ypsi. Free. [email protected], facebook.com/depot-town-cruise-nights.
Summer Picnic: Ann Arbor Ski Club
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All age 21+ are invited to enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, beer, wine, soft drinks, and chips. Bring a chair and a dish to pass if you like. Also, a chance to socialize and learn about the club’s ski and snowboard activities. 5:30–8:30 p.m., Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt. $10 (members, free). [email protected].
“Hills of Ann Arbor”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Thurs. Fast-paced 30-mile ride focused on climbing the hills north and east of Ann Arbor. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Washtenaw Community College parking lot no. 6A (near the pond), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. New riders text Tom Chettleburgh at (734) 552–1025. Free.
“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
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Every 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.
Bad Decisions Track Club
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Every 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.
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Mon., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
“Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights”: Chelsea Area Festivals & Events
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See 2 Thursday. Tonight: country music by the Jackson-based Jimmy Clay Band (Palmer Commons), the North Creek Fiddlers bluegrass ensemble (E. Middle), the 15-piece jazz & swing ensemble The Big Band Theory (Collins off Main), the pop-rock band Soup Sandwich (Clocktower Gazebo), and the Grand Rapids power-pop trio Hot Girls (Rumpus Room). 6:30–8:30 p.m.
“High Anxiety”: Michigan Theater
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Film screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
July 9: “High Anxiety” (Mel Brooks, 1977). In Brooks’s spoof on Alfred Hitchcock movies, the director of the Psychoneurotic Institute for the Very Very Nervous struggles to clear his name after being accused of murder. 7 p.m.
“Nerd Nite”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults age 21 & up invited to this popular monthly event featuring three speakers TBA (at annarbor.nerdnite.com) who give fun yet informative 20-minute talks about things that interest them, anything from how a trumpet works to a dissection of romance novel tropes. 7–9 p.m., Live, 102 S. First St. Free. (734) 327–4200.
“Salty Summer Sounds Live Music Series”: Saline Main Street
“Singing for Comfort”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
“Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., June 25–Aug. 30. 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. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 3 p.m. (Thurs., Sat., & Wed.), 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.
“Golden Hour Nature Hike”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
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WCPARC naturalist Shawn Severance leads a meditative hike through the wooded hills of Park Lyndon as the sun sets. 7:30–8:30 p.m., Park Lyndon South, 18801 North Territorial, Chelsea. Free. [email protected], washtenaw.org/registerparks.
Ann Arbor Festival of Song: Kerrytown Concert House
Thursday Night Improv: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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July 2 & 9. Two structured improv events, both followed by an improv jam with a series of games and long-form scenes. Spectators welcome.
July 2: Draft Line. Improv students are selected to perform a set with one of the house teams.
July 9: Duoplicity. Experienced improvisers are invited to be randomly paired up to perform a 6-minute scene.
7:30–8:30 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $7.50 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & (if available) at the door.