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    U.S. Senior Women’s Open Golf Championship

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    Aug. 22-23. The U.S. Senior Women’s Open, a USGA national championship, hosts a field of 120 of the best women players age 50 and over on the club’s 1922 Donald Ross layout. 4–7 p.m. (Sat.) & 10 a.m.–11:30 p.m. (Sun.), Barton Hills Country Club, 730 Country Club Rd. Tickets TBA at championships.usga.org. 

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    Sunny Wilkinson Quartet: Blue LLama

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    Blue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Local ensemble led by vocalist Wilkinson, a veteran nationally known straight-ahead jazz singer.

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    Tray Wellington Band: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Forward-thinking contemporary bluegrass ensemble led by Wellington, an acclaimed banjo player known both for his technical prowess and unique phrasing. “If bluegrass is about spotlighting virtuosos, here’s a new one people will be checking in on for some time to come,” writes the Wall Street Journal. $29.

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    Jazz Jam Session: Ann Arbor Funhouse

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    Ann Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann Arbor

    Jazz ensemble led by Kenji Lee, a local saxophonist whose expressive brand of jazz draws on Japanese folk music, Western classical music, and punk.

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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 cancelations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. (412) 302–9960. 

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    Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center

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    Every 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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    A No-Fear Guide to Social Video: BrightWorks Coworking

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    777 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 230, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, Ann Arbor

    Join BrightWorks Coworking for “A No-Fear Guide to Social Video,” a free, hands-on workshop designed to boost your confidence in creating engaging social media content. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or aspiring content creator, you will learn practical techniques for filming people, places, and products using only your smartphone. 

    During this interactive session, you will discover:

    • How to film more effectively.
    • Techniques for incorporating movement and visual variety into your videos.
    • Guidance on when to keep footage versus when to reshoot.
    • Advice on which tools and accessories are worth using

    The event takes place on Monday, Aug. 24, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. at BrightWorks Coworking in the 777 Building in Ann Arbor. Please bring your smartphone for the hands-on exercises. 

    https://brightworkscoworking.com/

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    Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club

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    Every Mon. Moderate-paced 20-mile ride to Dexter and back, often with a rest stop along the way. Riders must wear a helmet and bring water and supplies to fix a flat tire. 6 p.m. (nonmembers must come 10 minutes early to sign a club waiver), Barton Nature Area, 1010 W. Huron River Dr. Free. annarborveloclub.org.  

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    Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)

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    Every 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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    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. 1–3 p.m. (Sun.) & 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867. 

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    Open Mic: Dzanc House

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    All invited to share acoustic music, short stories, or poetry. Sign up on arrival. 6–8 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. dzanchouse.org/all-events.

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    ShadowDark Open Play: R U Game

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    1345 E Michigan Ave, Saline, MI 48176, USA, Saline

    ShadowDark open play at R U Game Monday August 24, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    If you are a fan of ShadowDark or you just want to try it out, come on over!

    We have Pre-generated characters and will teach all rules while you play.

    R U Game
    1345 E Michigan Ave
    Saline, MI 48176, USA

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    Group Runs: A2 Runners

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    Every 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. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Kerrytown Clock Tower. Preregistration requested at meetup.com/a2runners. Free. [email protected].

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    “Castle in the Sky”: Fathom Entertainment

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    (734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events & at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline). 

    Aug. 22–26: “Castle in the Sky” (Hayao Miyazaki, 1986). Dubbed (Sat., Sun., & Wed.) and subtitled (Mon. & Tues.) screenings of this classic Studio Ghibli anime film about 2 children racing to find a flying castle. 4 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.) and 7 p.m. (Mon.–Wed.).

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    Hidden Blazers Bluegrass: The Ravens Club

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    207 S Main, Ann Arbor

    Every Monday, high-energy bluegrass from the new local supergroup featuring washboardist Vince Russo, with James Bourland on bass, Joe O’Dell on guitar, Bubba Wilson on mandolin, and Ryan Michaud on banjo. No Cover, 25% service industry discount

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    Scandinavian Music Jam

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    Aug. 10 & 24. Bruce Sagan leads an acoustic jam session devoted to traditional music from Sweden and Norway. All instruments welcome, no experience necessary. 7:30–9:30 p.m., location TBA; email [email protected]. Free. 

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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-timers free). (734) 274–0773.

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    Comedy Show: The Blind Pig

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    Every Mon. Performances from up to 15 aspiring stand-up comics from around the state. Local comics emcee. Age 21 & up only. Free candy. 8–9:30 p.m., 208 S. First St. Free. (734) 996–8555.