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October 9, 2022

“Intro to Archery”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
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“Intro to Archery”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission.
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Hands-on demos for all age 8 & up. Archery equipment provided. No prior experience necessary. Two sessions. 10–11:30 a.m. & 2–3:30 p.m., Staebler Farm County Park, 7734 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration required at bit.ly/wcprc2022 (activity #811007). dehringk@washtenaw.org, 971–6337.

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“Pickleball”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
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“Pickleball”: Purple Rose Theatre Company.
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Every Wed.Sun., Sept. 30Dec. 17. Rhiannon Ragland directs the world premiere of actor-playwright (and Purple Rose founder) Jeff Daniels’ comedy about America’s fastest growing sport. Four below-average players try to overcome their own limitations to achieve greatness in a game that has nothing to do with pickles. Daniels’ wife became addicted to the game, which Daniels described in a 2021 interview as “half-court basketball for elderly people.” Cast: Ryan Carlson, Kate Thomsen, Lynch Travis, Jonathan West, and Caitlin Cavannaugh. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $34$52 in advance at PurpleRoseTheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. 433–7673.

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"Scream 2": Fathom Events.
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"Scream 2": Fathom Events.
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Special screenings in local theaters. For updated schedule, see FathomEvents.com/events. $12.50 (unless otherwise noted) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. Ann Arbor 20 (4100 Carpenter, 973–8424), Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline, 316–5500). Different times. Oct. 9 & 10: “Scream 2” (Wes Craven, 1997). Darkly comic slasher sequel about a pair of college students trying to unmask the ghostfaced killer stalking their friends. 3 & 7 p.m.

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62nd Annual Organ Conference.
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62nd Annual Organ Conference.
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Oct. 911 (various locations). This annual festival opens today with one of James Kibbie’s Bach organ concerts (see listing above). Also, this evening, a performance by Boston University organ professor Peter Sykes (8 p.m, Hill Auditorium) of works by Mendelssohn, Schumann, and Holst. Various times & locations. Free. 6153204.

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a2Tech360.
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Oct. 7–14. Week-long tech festival. Highlights:  “Green Fair” (Oct. 7, 6–9 p.m., Downtown Main St. and Library Lot) showcasing eco-conscious local businesses and nonprofits. “Tech Talk” (Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Michigan Theater), a series of TED Talk-style presentations. “A2 Tech Trek and Mobility Row” (Oct. 14, 1–5 p.m., Washington between Fifth Ave. & S. Division, preregistration required at a2tech360.com/events/a2-tech-trek-2022), a showcase of mobility innovations ranging from self-driving shuttles to robotics. Various times & locations. Free. a2tech360.com.

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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater.
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Daily. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Expedition Reef (11:30 a.m.) reveals the secrets of coral reefs, the “rainforests of the sea” that are the Earth’s most vibrant and endangered marine ecosystems. The Sky Tonight (12:30 & 2:30 p.m.) is an exploration of the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own. Tales of the Maya Skies (1:30 p.m.) immerses viewers in the wonders of Mayan science, examining how Mayan scholars developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics that enabled them to predict solstices, solar eclipses, weather patterns, and planetary movements. Various times, MNH, 1105 North University. $8. Limited capacity. 764–0478.

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Volunteer Stewardship Workday: Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation Division.
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Volunteer Stewardship Workday: Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation Division.
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Oct. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 30. All invited to help maintain natural areas and remove invasive plants in various city parks. Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and bring heavy gloves; tools, snacks, & know-how provided. Minors must be accompanied by an adult or obtain a release form in advance. Oct. 1 (9 a.m.–noon): Buttonbush Nature Area, park entrance at the end of Hickory Point Dr. Oct. 1 (1–4 p.m.): Dhu Varren Nature Area, intersection of Birchwood Dr. and Dhu Varren Rd. Oct. 2 (9 a.m.–noon): Berkshire Creek Nature Area, end of Warwick Rd. off Glenwood, north of Washtenaw Ave. Oct. 2 (1–4 p.m.): Huron Parkway Nature Area, park steward’s house at 3470 Woodland Rd., off East Huron River Dr. Oct. 8 (9 a.m.–noon): Barton Nature Area, Barton Dam parking lot on Huron River Dr. Oct. 9 (9 a.m.–noon): Bandemer Nature Area, parking lot at the end of Lake Shore Dr., off Main St. Oct. 15 (9 a.m.–noon): Redbud Nature Area, park entrance at the intersection of Parkwood Ave. and Jeanne St. Oct. 16 (9 a.m.–noon): Folkstone Park, park entrance at the north end of Folkstone Ct. Oct. 22 (9 a.m.–noon): Stapp Nature Area, meet at the park sign at the corner of Huron Parkway and Tuebingen Parkway. Oct. 23 (1–4 p.m.): Bird Hills Nature Area, Newport Rd. Parking lot entrance, just north of M-14. Oct. 30 (1–4 p.m.): Kuebler Langford Nature Area, meet at the park entrance on Beechwood Dr., north of Sunset Rd. Various times and locations. Free. Preregistration highly recommended. bit.ly/a2stewardworkday, 794–6627.

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Annual Gaming Convention: U•Con.
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Annual Gaming Convention: U•Con.
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Oct. 7–9. Hundreds of competitors of all ages are expected to turn out to play a wide spectrum of tabletop games, from board games of all kinds, to role-playing games, collectible card games and miniaturized simulations of historical and fictional battlefields. Participants also are invited to bring in games to play in an open gaming area. Also, a dealers’ room with sales and demos of games. In-person registration begins today at 8 a.m. For a complete schedule of events, see ucon-gaming.org. 8 a.m.–10 p.m. (Fri.), 8 a.m.–10 p.m. (Sat.), & 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. (Sun.), Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest, 1275 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti. Weekend pass: $60 in advance, $70 (students and active & retired military, $60) at the door; kids ages 7-12 (accompanied by an adult), $20; kids 6 & under, free. Daily passes: Fri. $45, Sat. $45 in advance & $55 at the door, Sun. $35. Most games are free with pass. Advance registration available online at ucon-gaming.org. 930–6363.

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“Walk a Mile in My Shoes”: Jewish Family Services.
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All invited to join a 1 mile-long walk to support the organization’s work resettling Ukrainian refugees. 9 a.m. check in for a 10 a.m. start time. Burns Park, 1300 Baldwin Ave. Free, but sponsorship and donations encouraged. Preregistration required at jfswc.akaraisin.com/ui/WalkAMile2022. 769–0209.

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Be a Hero at the Big House Blood Drive
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Be a Hero at the Big House Blood Drive: Wolverines for Life - University of Michigan Health Transplant Center
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Come out to Michigan Stadium to donate blood and kick off the 40th anniversary of the Blood Battle! This series of blood drives makes up a long-running competition between U-M and Ohio State University to collect the most pints of blood each year. There will be appearances by Wolverines Storm Trooper, the Michigan G-Men all-male a cappella group, a special athletic guest and various mascots, who will take to the third floor for their classic dance-off. Attendees can also watch the Detroit Lions play the New England Patriots on the club suite TVs and snack on cider and doughnuts.

Jack Roth Stadium Club at the Big House, 1201 Main St. ,Ann Arbor. N/A Free. mpodschln@med.umich.edu wolverinesforlife.org

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Fiber Expo.
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Oct. 8 & 9. Show and sale of a variety of yarns and fiber art supplies, products, and crafting items. Demonstration classes. Also, breeders on hand with alpacas, sheep, and other animals. Concessions. No pets. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Sat.) & 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (Sun.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Tickets $4 ($6 for both days); kids age 12 & under, free. info@fiberexpo.com, (419) 825–1609.

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“A2 Artoberfest”: Guild of Artists & Artisans.
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“A2 Artoberfest”: Guild of Artists & Artisans.
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Oct. 8 & 9. Juried art fair displaying the works of about 100 regional artists, ranging from jewelry and glass to ceramics and fiber. Also, live musical entertainment and family-friendly art activities. Food & drink available. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. (Sat.) & 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (Sun.), Downtown Ann Arbor on N. Fourth (between Huron & Kingsley). Free admission. A2Artoberfest.org.

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“Rescue Reading”: Humane Society of Huron Valley.
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Every Sun. (10–11:30 a.m.). Kids read to adoptable animals to work on reading skills, using their own or provided books. Also, a group read-aloud and a dog meet-and-greet. For kids ages 6–11. No adults. HSHV, 3100 Cherry Hill Rd. $15. Preregistration required at tickettailor.com/events/hshv, humaneed@hshv.org, 6613575.

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Pioneer Day: Waterloo Farm Museum.
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Pioneer Day: Waterloo Farm Museum.
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Docent-led tours of the farmhouse and outbuildings on this 19th-century homestead, with blacksmithing, spinning, quilting, and weaving demos. Horse-drawn wagon rides, live music, outdoor games, a craft sale, and sales of farm goods, jams, preserves, apple butter, bean soup, molasses cookies from the wood-fired oven. Also, a Spinners Flock fiber market, with handspun Michigan grown yarns, fleeces, spinning fibers, quilt batts, and finished goods for sale. Concessions. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Waterloo Farm Museum, 13493 Waterloo-Munith Rd., Waterloo Recreation Area, Chelsea. $5 (seniors, $4; kids ages 5-12, $2). (517) 596–2254.

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“Ancient Wisdom. Modern Times”: Jewel Heart Tibetan Buddhist Center Sunday Talks.
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Every Sun. Livestream talks by Jewel Heart resident spiritual advisor Demo Rinpoche, followed by a discussion facilitated by Jewel Heart staffers. Once a month, Demo Rinpoche presents a story from Jakata Tales, the Indian canon of 547 poems, dated 300 BC–400 AD, that concern the previous births of Gautama Buddha in both human and animal form. The Oct. 2 topic is “The Prince from the Iron House,” a tale about enthusiasm for morality. 11 a.m., for URL preregister at bit.ly/jeweldharmatalk. Free. 994–3387.

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“Ancient Wisdom. Modern Times”: Jewel Heart Tibetan Buddhist Center Sunday Talks.
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Every Sun. Livestream talks by Jewel Heart resident spiritual advisor Demo Rinpoche, followed by a discussion facilitated by Jewel Heart staffers. Once a month, Demo Rinpoche presents a story from Jakata Tales, the Indian canon of 547 poems, dated 300 BC–400 AD, that concern the previous births of Gautama Buddha in both human and animal form. The Oct. 2 topic is “The Prince from the Iron House,” a tale about enthusiasm for morality. 11 a.m., for URL preregister at bit.ly/jeweldharmatalk. Free. 994–3387.

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“ID Day”: U-M Natural History Museum.
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“ID Day”: U-M Natural History Museum.
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Bring in your collected treasures (rocks, shells, fossils, arrowheads, shards of pottery, bones, insects, skulls, seeds, leaves, etc.) for identification by experts in paleontology, anthropology, archeology, botany, zoology, and geology. No appraisals of monetary value. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Natural History Museum, 1105 North University. Free. 764–0478.

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20th Annual Dan Jilek 5K Fun Run/Walk.
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20th Annual Dan Jilek 5K Fun Run/Walk.
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5-km race with awards for top 3 female and male runners and top 3 kids age 11 & under. Followed by a free grilled lunch. Water & snacks. Proceeds benefit the Dan Jilek Memorial Fund that supports leadership and sports opportunities for young people. 11 a.m., Gallup Park, Maas Shelter, 3000 Fuller. $35 by Oct. 7 at bit.ly/danjilek10-9-22.

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Blast Corn Maze: Nixon Farms.
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Blast Corn Maze: Nixon Farms.
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Every Fri.–Sun., Sept. 18–Nov. 6. A large corn maze with 3.5 miles of trails and 3 exits to allow for routes of various lengths. Also, a U-pick pumpkin patch, hayrides, petting zoo, pedal cars, straw maze, yard games. Family Fun Day (Oct. 8) includes live music from the Saline Fiddlers. On Halloween Spooktacular Day (Oct. 30) costumes are encouraged. 5 p.m.–10 p.m. (Fri.), 11 a.m.–10 p.m. (Sat.), 11 a.m.–8 p.m. (Sun.), Nixon Farms, 6175 Daly Rd., Dexter. $12 (ages 5–12, $9; age 4 & under, free). BlastCornMaze.com.

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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards.
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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards.
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Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 10–Oct. 30 and Wed.–Fri., Sept. 23–Oct. 28. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm. Wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. On Sat. & Sun. for an extra charge, an apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available. Cider and donuts available. No pets. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.) and 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Wed.–Fri.), Wiard’s Orchards, 5565 Merritt Rd. (east of Carpenter), Ypsilanti. Weekend admission: $23.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $17.50 (babies, free) online only at wiards.com. 390–9211.

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Sunday Artisan Market.
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Every Sun. Juried market of local handmade arts and crafts, now in its 31st year. Halloween Sunday (Oct. 30), trick-or-treating, with costumes encouraged. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Farmers Market Pavilion, Kerrytown. Free admission. 913–9622.

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H.A.C. Ultimate.
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H.A.C. Ultimate.
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Every Sun. All invited to a relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. 11:15 a.m., Fuller Park, just west of the pool & parking lot (or occasionally across the street). Free. HAC-UltimateList@GoogleGroups.com, 846–9418.

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“What’s in Your Attic?”: U-M Clements Library Open House.
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“What’s in Your Attic?”: U-M Clements Library Open House.
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All invited to share paper Americana such as vintage maps, letters, journals, books, photographs, and ephemera. Also, Clements staff and collector volunteers share tips about care and storage. No appraisals. Noon–4 p.m., Clements Library, 909 South University. Mask required. Free, preregistration required at myumi.ch/RWzPX. 649–3370.

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14th Annual Glass Pumpkin Fest: The Glass Academy.
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14th Annual Glass Pumpkin Fest: The Glass Academy.
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Oct. 8 & 9. Show and sale of glass pumpkins, and live glass-blowing demos. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (Sat.), noon–4 p.m. (Sun.), Farmers Market. Free admission. (313) 220–6035, glassacademy.com.

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Annual Chili Cook-Off & Tailgate Party: Michigan Ability Partners Fundraiser.
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Annual Chili Cook-Off & Tailgate Party: Michigan Ability Partners Fundraiser.
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A chance to sample several chilis while watching the Detroit Lions play the New England Patriots. Cash bar, silent auction, and football-themed activities. Kids welcome. Noon–5 p.m., BRAG Ann Arbor Event Center, 179 Little Lake. Tickets $25 in advance at mapagency.org/events. (248) 835–8896.

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Fire Department Open House: Pittsfield Township.
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Fire Department Open House: Pittsfield Township.
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Family-oriented program on fire prevention and safety, with games, activities, and a chance to check out the fire trucks, spray a fire hose, and meet firefighters. Noon–3 p.m., Pittsfield Township Fire Station, 6627 W. Michigan Ave. Free. 822–4964.

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Open Board Gaming: Sylvan Factory.
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Open Board Gaming: Sylvan Factory.
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Every Sun. & Thurs. All invited to play new and old board games. Noon–6 p.m. (Sun.) & noon–4 p.m. (Thurs.), Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium Blvd. Free. info@sylvanfactory.com, 929–5877. sylvanfactory.com/event-schedule.

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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy.
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“Creature Encounters”: The Creature Conservancy.
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Every Sat. & Sun. Conservancy staffers show off some animals native to South America (2 & 4 p.m.), including a two-toed sloth, a three-banded armadillo, a black & white tegu (a large lizard). Also, a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals and, weather permitting, a boa constrictor presentation and feeding (3 p.m.). 1–5 p.m., Creature Conservancy, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Mask encouraged. $13 (kids ages 2–12, $11; under age 2, free) at the door; $1 discount for advance purchase at thecreatureconservancy.org. 929–9324.

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“Critter House Open Hours”: Leslie Science & Nature Center.
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“Critter House Open Hours”: Leslie Science & Nature Center.
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Oct. 9 & 23. A chance to view LSNC birds of prey and Critter House animals, which include frogs, turtles, snakes, and other species native to Michigan. 1–4 p.m., LSNC, 1831 Traver. $5 suggested donation ($20/family). LesliesNC.org, 997–1553.

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Earhart Manor Tour
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Docent-led tour of this 1935 French-style country manor, currently home to Concordia administration, built by former local gasoline baron Harry Earhart. It features secret panels and hidden passageways linking rooms and floors, a room once used solely for arranging flowers, and rooms so spacious that a former closet is now a top Concordia administrator’s office. Pre-registration is required. Masks optional unless required by current health department recommendations.

4090 Geddess Rd. ,Ann Arbor, MI. Cash or check at the door $10. ConcordiaGuild@cuaa.edu 734-995-7509.

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Monthly Meeting: Michigan Cactus & Succulent Society.
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Monthly Meeting: Michigan Cactus & Succulent Society.
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Open discussion on best practices for getting plants ready for winter. 1–4 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free admission; metered parking. mbgna.umich.edu/events, 647–7600.

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Shape Note Singing: Ann Arbor Sacred Harp.
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Shape Note Singing: Ann Arbor Sacred Harp.
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All invited to join an afternoon of shape note, or sacred harp, singing, a form of communal hymn singing that has its roots in colonial America. Sacred Harp songbooks available, but singers encouraged to bring their own. 14 p.m., location TBA. Proof of vaccination with booster required. Free. For location, call 4783394 or 9952519.

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Tour: Kempf House Museum.
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Tour: Kempf House Museum.
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Oct. 2, 9, 16, & 23. Guided tours of this restored 19th-century Greek Revival home, named for the family of German American musicians who occupied it circa 1900. 1–4 p.m., Kempf House, 312 S. Division. Free, donations accepted. 994–4898.

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“Brown Is Beautiful”: Schuler Books (formerly Nicola’s) Storytime.
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Oct. 9. (1:30 p.m.). California-based children’s writer and animator Supriya Kelkar reads her new picture book about a young Indian-American girl who, on a hike with her grandparents, makes note of all the beautiful brown things in nature. Note: A  3 p.m. reading is sold out. Schuler Books, 2513 Jackson Rd., Westgate shopping center. Free. Preregistration required at schulerbooks.com. Free. 662–0600.

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“Children’s Storyfest”: Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild.
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“Children’s Storyfest”: Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild.
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Oct. 9 (2–3 p.m.). Emcee is writer Mary Heumann. Storytellers Beverly Black, Judy Schmidt, Darryl Michens, and Kathleen Wright invite lots of audience participation at this event for kids in grades preK5. AADL Pittsfield, 2359 Oak Valley Dr.

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“History of Michigan Beer”: Saline Area Historical Society.
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Talk by Patti F. Smith, author of Michigan Beer: A Heady History. 2 p.m., Saline District Library Brecon Room, 555 N. Maple, Saline. Free. salinehistory@frontier.com, 9440442.

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“Moscow Moscow Moscow Moscow Moscow Moscow”: U-M Theater Department.
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“Moscow Moscow Moscow Moscow Moscow Moscow”: U-M Theater Department.
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Thurs.–Sun., Sept. 29–Oct. 9. Ryan Dobrin directs U-M theater majors in Halley Feiffer’s 2019 Off-Broadway sendup of Anton Chekhov’s beloved psychological drama Three Sisters. While not deviating from the original story about 3 high-minded young women trapped in a turn-of-the-century Russian provincial village, Feiffer superimposes a modern, Western sensibility and vernacular, transforming the play, with hilariously devastating consequences, into a deftly comedic (and raunchy) exploration of unchecked privilege. Ages 17 and up; contains vulgar language and sexual situations. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.),  U-M Walgreen Drama Center Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin, North Campus. Tickets $30 (students, $13) in advance at tickets.smtd.umich.edu and at the door. 764–2538.

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“Sophisticated Ladies”: U-M Musical Theater Department.
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Thurs.-Sun., Oct. 6–16. Torya Beard directs music students in Donald McKayle’s 1981 Broadway musical revue celebrating the music of the legendary jazz bandleader, Duke Ellington. With elaborate costumes and electric, swinging choreography to such tunes as “Take the ‘A’ Train,” “I’m Beginning to See the Light,” “Perdido,” “It Don’t Mean a Thing,” “In a Sentimental Mood,” and more. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat except Oct. 7), 8 p.m. (Oct 7.), & 2 p.m. (Sun), Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre. Tickets $29–$35 (students, $13) in advance at smtd.umich.edu and at the door. 764-0583.

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“Willow Run: 80+ Years and Still Going Strong”: Ypsilanti Historical Society.
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“Willow Run: 80+ Years and Still Going Strong”: Ypsilanti Historical Society.
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Michigan historian Barry Levine discusses Willow Run’s industrial history from the time it was a farm owned by Henry Ford to the present day. 2 p.m., Ladies Literary Club, 218 N. Washington, Ypsilanti. Free. 4824990.

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48th Annual Ann Arbor CROP Hunger Walk.
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48th Annual Ann Arbor CROP Hunger Walk.
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Walkers choose their own distance in this pledge walk to raise money for local and international hunger relief. Rest stops with water and snacks. 2 p.m. (registration begins at 1 p.m.), Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty. Donation; Preregistration available at crophungerwalk.org/annarbormi. (313) 804–8861.

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Anishinaabe Storytime: Booksweet Bookshop.
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Anishinaabe Storytime: Booksweet Bookshop.
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Oct. 9 (2–3 p.m.). Kids of all ages invited, with caregivers, to listen to local writer Stacie Sheldon read Bebikaan-Ezhiwebiziwiinan Nimkii (The Adventures of Nimkii), her dual-language (Ojibwe language Anishinaabemowin and English) picture book about her real-life dog Nimkii. Followed by crafts and snacks. Booksweet, Courtyard Shops, 1729 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration requested (capacity limited) at ShopBooksweet.com. 929–4112. 

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Bookbinding for Beginners: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Bookbinding for Beginners: Ann Arbor District Library.
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The chance to learn basic bookbinding techniques and make 2 simple projects to practice the fundamentals of cutting, folding, sewing, and gluing books. 2–4 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. 3274200.

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Michigan Playwrights Festival: Theatre Nova.
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Michigan Playwrights Festival: Theatre Nova.
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Sept. 29–Oct. 9. Readings of new full-length plays by Michigan playwrights.  Today: A reading of Steve Clark and Tom Emmott’s The Growing Season, a musical about a grieving farm family. Note: The Festival begins on Sept. 30 with Quan Chambers’ Our Place. 2 p.m., Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron. Mask & proof of vaccination required. Tickets $10 (Festival pass, $30) in advance at.theatrenova.org/michigan-playwrights-festival-2022 & at the door. 635–8450.

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Scarecrow Making: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Scarecrow Making: Ann Arbor District Library.
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Oct. 9 (2–3 p.m.). Kids ages 712 invited to make a silly scarecrow in honor of National Farmers Day. AADL Westgate. Free. 327–4200.

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“The Carpenters Tribute”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company.
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Oct. 6–9. An ensemble of musicians performs hits by brother-sister duo Karen and Richard Carpenter, the #1 American recording artists of the 1970s, featuring “(They Long to Be) Close to You” “Top of the World” “We’ve Only Just Begun,” and more. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 3 p.m. (Sun.), Encore, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $48.50 in advance at theEncoreTheatre.org & at the door. 268–6200.

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“Two & Four Hands at the Baldwin Grand”: Manchester Emanuel United Church of Christ.
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“Two & Four Hands at the Baldwin Grand”: Manchester Emanuel United Church of Christ.
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U-M piano coach Kathryn Goodson and WSU professor Robert Conway share stories and music from the two- and four-hand keyboard repertoire, including Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite, and pieces by Schubert, Francis Poulenc, Paul Hindemith, and Florence Price. 3–4:15 p.m., Emanuel United Church of Christ, 324 W. Main St., Manchester. Free. ncca2.org/events, NorthsideCommunityA2@gmail.com, 649–7948.

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Sound Journey: Yoga and Meditation Event
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Join Becca Hackett, a yoga therapist, sound healer and meditation guide...
... to honor the Fall Equinox, and begin our journey into fall. It will be an afternoon of relaxation as we put together gentle movement and sound healing and create a lovely meditative experience. We will begin with some slow paced yoga that is accessible to everyone to get the body ready to settle down into a comfortable position. From there, the singing bowls, tuning forks and a rain disk will take you into calming space as you listen to all the different vibrations and sounds to lull you into a space where you can be open to the experience of sound healing. This time can be used to both wind down from the summer, honor that time spent during the warm months and long days, while also honoring the incoming fall/harvest season and shorter days to come.

306 N River St. Suite C ,Ypsilanti. https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=672433&stype=-7&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000047&date=10/09/22 $30. sarah@the-mix-studios.com www.the-mix-studios.com 734-845-9105.

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Season Opener: Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra.
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Season Opener: Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra.
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Adam Riccinto directs this volunteer community orchestra in a program highlighted by William Grant Still’s lyrical, jazz-influenced second symphony, Song of a New Race. Detroit Opera concertmaster Eliot Heaton is the featured soloist in Tchaikovsky’s landmark Violin Concerto in D Major, and YSO assistant conductor Harris Anderson directs Edvard Grieg’s “suite in olden style,” the Holburg Suite. 3:30 p.m., Lincoln High School Performing Arts Center, 7425 Willis Rd., Ypsilanti. Tickets $12 (students, seniors, & children 12 and under, $6; family of 4, $30) in advance at A2Tix.com  and at the door. info@ypsilantisymphony.org.

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“Anishinaabe Relationship Garden Design”: Booksweet Bookshop.
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Teens and adults invited to learn about local writer Stacie Sheldon’s language-activist web site, Ojibwe.net. Participants learn some Ojibwe and design a garden. Preceded at 2 p.m. by a reading of her dual-language picture book for children (see Kids, p. 000). 4–5 p.m., Booksweet, Courtyard Shops, 1729 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration requested (capacity limited) at ShopBooksweet.com. 929–4112.

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“Ten Years of Culinary Delights”: Culinary Historians of Ann Arbor.
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“Ten Years of Culinary Delights”: Culinary Historians of Ann Arbor.
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On the 10th anniversary of the International Museum of Dinnerware Design, its founder-director Margaret Carney shares stories of delicious exhibitions and culinary delights. 4 p.m., AADL, 343 South Fifth Ave. Livestream available at CulinaryHistoriansAnnArbor.org/program-schedule. Free. a2culinaryhistorians@gmail.com.

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“The Complete Organ Works of J.S. Bach”: U-M Music School.
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Oct. 9 & 23. Part of a series of 18 concert in which U-M organ professor James Kibbie performs all of Bach’s 281 surviving organ works. Program: selections from volume 3 of Bach’s Clavierübung, including the Prelude and Fugue in E-Flat Major and 10 chorale preludes based on Luther’s Catechism.Preceded at 3:40 p.m. by a brief introduction to the program (3:40 p.m.). 4 p.m., U-M Moore Bldg. Blanche Anderson Moore Hall, 1100 Baits. For livestream see smtd.umich.edu. Free. 6153204.

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“Thunder and Wind”: Ypsilanti Pipe Organ Festival.
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“Thunder and Wind”: Ypsilanti Pipe Organ Festival.
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West Michigan organist Rhonda Edgington and world music percussionist Carolyn Koebel perform contemporary organ  works with drum accompaniment. Program: Brenda Portman’s contemplative “Meditations on Finlandia,” Rachel Laurin’s playful “Dialogue of the Mockingbirds,” Cecilia McDowall’s ethereal “Sounding Heaven and Earth,” and more. 4 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 300 N. Washington, Ypsilanti. Free. facebook.com/ypsipipeorganfest.

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*CANCELLED Michigan Chamber Players
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This popular ad hoc ensemble of U-M music professors performs a program TBA. 4 p.m. U-M Walgreen Drama Center Stamps Auditorium, 1226 Murfin, North Campus. Free. 6153204.

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Miss Washtenaw County Pageant.
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Contestants compete in talent, responses to on-stage questions, evening wear, and swimsuit categories. The winner goes on to the 2023 Miss Michigan Pageant. Also, the Miss Washtenaw County’s Outstanding Teen Pageant. 4 p.m., Washington Street Education Center, 500 Washington, Chelsea. Tickets $20 (kids ages 212, $10; kids age 1 & under, free) at the door. 3833119.

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Ann Arbor Go Club.
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Every Sun. Players of all skill levels invited to play this challenging strategy board game in person. Game materials provided. 5 p.m. until whenever, Bill’s Beer Garden, 218 S. Ashley St., or Conor O’Neill’s, 318 Main St. Check Facebook page bit.ly/annarborgo or email Drew at dwright8182@hotmail.com before coming. Free.

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Cocktail Class: Mezcal Mania
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Mezcal has a bad-boy reputation, in no small part thanks to the trend started in the 1940’s of putting a worm in the bottom of the bottle. But today’s mezcals are sophisticated, well-crafted and varied spirits. Its smoky agave character is definitely divisive, and mezcal haters abound, but people who love mezcal really love mezcal, and this class is for you! Come explore Tammy’s favorite spirit!

Your booking includes light snacks (pretzels, nuts). The Last Word is closed during the class, so no food service is available. The class includes a combination of history and stories, technique instruction, and hands-on making of cocktails. Plus sampling, of course! Total consumption is equivalent to 1.5-2 cocktails per person over the 90-120 minute class.

301 W Huron St ,Ann Arbor. https://www.tammystastings.com/events/in-person-mezcal-mania-ann-arbor/ $59. tammylc@tammystastings.com tammystastings.com 7342763215.

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"Dirt": State Theatre.
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(Nancy Savoca, 2004). Drama about the high cost of living for an illegal immigrant working as a maid in New York City. Includes a Q&A with director Savoca. 6 p.m. State Theatre. Mask and proof of vaccination (or negative Covid test within 72 hours) required for all patrons over the age of 12. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; MTF members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see MichTheater.org.

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Ann Arbor Morris.
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Every Sun. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance thought to be descended from the 15th-century Spanish moresca. Wear athletic shoes. 68 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse Dr. Free. Email a2morris@umich.edu or call 7171569 in advance to confirm location.

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“Ann Arbor (Mostly) Acoustic Jam.”
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Musicians of all ability levels invited to sing and play anything from classic rock, Motown, and blues to bluegrass, folk, and country. Singers and players of all acoustic instruments (strings, horns, woodwinds, hand percussion) welcome. 79 p.m., Turner Resource Center, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Mask and vaccination strongly recommended. $5 for participants, spectators free. For information, contact a2jammers@gmail.com or see bit.ly/annarboracousticjamfacebook.

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“Boy Friends”: Literati Bookstore At Home with Literati.
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Scottish poet and essayist Michael Pedersen joins fellow poet Maggie Smith to discuss (via Zoom) his new memoir about coping with the death of his closest friend following a trip they took to the Scottish highlands. 7 p.m., for URL see literatibookstore.com/event/2022-10. Free. 585–5567.

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“Sunday Evening Game Night”: Ann Arbor Adventure Club.
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Every Sun. An evening of playing popular board games online. You help decide which game to play at the beginning of the night. Have a pencil and paper handy. 7 p.m., for URL email burrbarr7@hotmail.com. Free.

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“Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards.
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“Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards.
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Sept. 17, 23, & 24; every Fri.–Sun. in Oct. (except Oct. 2), & Oct. 31. Four different scary attractions—a haunted hayride and more—bristling with scores of costumed monsters. Refreshments available. Kids age 14 & under must be accompanied by an adult. 7:30–11:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 7:30–10:30 p.m. (Sun.), 5565 Merritt Rd., Ypsilanti. Ticket prices TBA. hauntedhousemichigan.com, 390–9212.

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“The UnClub”: The Theater Shop.
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Every Sun. Performances by aspiring and experienced comics from former Tonight Show staff writer Chili Challis’s comedy dojo. Emcee is Mark Sweetman. 8 p.m. The Ypsi Alehouse, 124 Pearl St., #100, Ypsilanti. Mask and vaccination encouraged. Free. facebook.com/thetheatershop.

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Regattas: U-M Sailing Club.
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Oct. 9 & 30. All invited to watch club members and any others who want to enter their own boats (free) race. Oct. 9: Sunfish Regatta features small, nimble sailing dinghies. Oct. 30: Bone Chiller Regatta is open to all classes of sailboats up to 20 feet. Crews are often hamming it up in costume. 10:30 p.m. (Oct. 9) & 11 a.m. (Oct. 30), Baseline Lake, 8010 Strawberry Lake Rd., left from Mast off North Territorial. Free. 426–0920.

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