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Weekly Rehearsal: Washtenaw Women’s Community Chorus
MoreEvery Mon. All invited to join this independent local women’s chorus to sing an eclectic program, including classical, folk, Broadway, pop, and jazz. Joshua Marzan directs. 9:30–11:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, rear ground level, 1432 Washtenaw Ave. 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
MoreEvery 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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“Washtenaw Literacy Digital Skills”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreEvery Mon. Adults invited to drop in and get 1-on-1 help navigating websites, emailing, and performing basic computer functions. Noon–2 p.m., AADL Downtown, 3rd fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
MoreEvery Mon. & Thurs., except Nov. 26. Play open to all skill levels age 18 & up, both non-ACBL-sanctioned (Mon.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.). 12:30–3:30 p.m. (Mon., $5) & noon–3:30 p.m. (Thurs., $9); $1–$2 less for AASC members. 1320 Baldwin. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery Mon.–Thurs., except Nov. 24–26. 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., Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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Ann Arbor UX Content Meetup—Pre-Holiday Hang!
More2503 Jackson Avenue, Ann Arbor
Before the holiday season is in full swing, meet fellow UX content professionals in the Ann Arbor area (and beyond) at the Ann Arbor Public Library: Westgate (Custard Room). No agenda. Come for some much needed human connection and support for your content career!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ann-arbor-ux-content-meetup-tickets-2003413726386
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company
MoreEvery Mon., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations), except Nov. 26. Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi.; AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 2621 Plymouth Rd. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Sewing Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreNov. 9 & 23. All invited to get basic sewing help with unfinished projects or learn how to use the AADL sewing machines. Bring your own sewing machine, if you wish. No experience necessary. Also, local crafter Amber Adams-Fall demonstrates mitered corners with bias binding (Nov. 9). 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Photo Slide Art”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAdults and kids grade K & up invited to try the library’s new slide and film viewer, then create a piece of wearable art from a photo slide. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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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“Ypsi Clown Social”: Dzanc House
MoreAll invited to socialize and build their clowning skills. Games, refreshments. Clown attire encouraged. 6–8 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. dzanchouse.org/all-events.
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Nightspots
Tim Prosser & Steve Rich.: El Limon
MoreEl Limon 2709 PlymouthA mix of acoustic originals and traditional music by this duo of singer-guitarist Rich and singer-songwriter and “mandolin maniac” Prosser.
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“The Janes”: U-M Museum of Art
MoreUMMA, Stern Auditorium, 525 S. State.
Nov. 9: “The Janes” (Emma Pildes, 2022). Documentary about the 1960s and 70s Chicago underground abortion network, the Jane Collective. Followed by a Q&A with the director. Part of “Film Sampler,” screenings of films focused on themes of protest and resistance. FREE. 6–9 p.m.
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“Profiles in Cowardice: A Study of Collaboration in the Trump Era”: Ann Arbor District Library/Literati Bookstore
MoreRegular New York Review of Books contributor Jacob Weisberg is joined by U-M law professor Barbara McQuade to discuss his new book that examines the people and institutions who failed to stand up to Trump’s brazen grab for authoritarian power. 6:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 585–5567, aadl.org/events.
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“Emerging Writers Workshop: Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Writer?”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreLocal editor Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal discuss real-world skills needed to thrive as a writer. Also, the two host an open house for writers to connect with one another and/or work on their projects at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 23. 6:30–7:45 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Cartoon Logic: Composition & Improvisation in Tapestry Weaving”: Ann Arbor Fiber Arts Guild
MoreDetroit tapestry weaver Sam Dienst describes how her colorful textile explorations of the tensions between representational and abstract composition are inspired by the objects around her. The evening begins with social time. Guests welcome. 6:30 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 2nd fl. gathering rm. (elevator access), 1501 W. Liberty. Free. annarborfiberarts.org.
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“Rocky”: Fathom Entertainment
More(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline).
Nov. 7–11: “Rocky” (John G. Avildsen, 1976). The classic saga of a small-time Philadelphia boxer who enters in a grueling, blood-soaked title fight. Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burgess Meredith. 4 p.m. (Sat. & Sun. only) and 6:40 p.m. Cinemark only.
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“Red River Campaign”: Ann Arbor Civil War Round Table
MoreClub member Dick Wolff discusses the last major Union offensive in the Trans-Mississippi Theater. 7 p.m., Trinity Health Administrative Bldg., Education Center Exhibition Rm., 5305 Elliott. Free. [email protected], aacwrt.org.
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Large Ensemble Meeting: Ann Arbor Recorder Society
MoreBeginning and advanced players of the recorder and other early instruments invited to play Renaissance and other early music. Directed by Janet Cannon. Bring your own music stand. 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, basement music rm. (enter by the back door), 1501 W. Liberty. First meeting free (dues for those who join). a2recordersociety.org.
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“Treetown Pub Sing”: Conor O’Neill’s
MoreAll invited to sing or listen to rousing choruses, drinking songs, sea shanties, and folk songs. Bring a song to share. No lyric sheets. Choose a song with a chorus or repeating lines so the rest of the room can easily join in. 7–9 p.m., 318 S. Main. Free. (734) 665–2968.
