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May 28, 2026

“Spring Migration Thursdays at the Arb”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
8:00 am - 11:00 am
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Every Thurs. All invited to join City of Ann Arbor ornithologist and WBNA past president Juliet Berger on a walk through the Arb to observe migrating birds making their way north. Binoculars provided if needed. 8–11 a.m., U-M Nichols Arboretum, meet at the Dow Prairie entrance at Riverview. Free. washtenawbna.org.

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“Cavanaugh Lake Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
9:00 am
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Every Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 20 to 30 miles, along the less-traveled roads west and north of Chelsea. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Cavanaugh Lake County Park, 33 Cavanaugh Lake Rd., Chelsea. Free. (734) 717–9583.

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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
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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 examines how Michigan animals get along with each other—or don’t. 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
12:00 pm
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Every Mon. & Thurs. Play open to all skill levels age 18+, both non-sanctioned (Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). 12:30 p.m. (Mon.) & noon (Thurs.), Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $5 (Mon.) & $9 (Thurs.); $1–$2 less for AASC members. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.

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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Every Fri., Tues., & Thurs. 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].

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Tai Chi Session for Older Adults
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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🌿 FINAL FREE Tai Chi Session for Older Adults 🌿

Don’t miss the last Tai Chi session for older adults! Join us for a relaxing and gentle movement class with designed to support healthy, active living. 💛

🧘 Led by Carmo Ribeiro from Seniors Helping Seniors in partnership with Imagine Fitness & Yoga

✨ Gentle movement. Better balance. Community connection.

3100 W Liberty Rd ,Ann Arbor. https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/imagine_fitness_and_yoga?k_class=938166 Free. [email protected] www.imaginefitnessandyoga.com (734) 622-8119.

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“Murder on the Links”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
3:00 pm
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Every Wed.–Sun., Apr. 2–May 31. David Bendena directs Steven Dietz’s 2023 farce, based on an Agatha Christie whodunit, in which eccentric Belgian detective Hercule Poirot’s newest client is discovered, dead, on a French golf course. A cast of 6 actors embody a plethora of suspects in this high-energy, comic adaptation. 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.). PRT, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $31.50–$52.50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org and (734) 433–7673, & (if available) at the door. Discounts available.

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“Tiny Apothecary”: Ann Arbor District Library
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Adults and kids grade 5 & up invited to create a pocket-sized model apothecary filled with miniature books and potion vials. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327-4200.

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“Hills of Ann Arbor”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
6:00 pm
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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 WCC back parking lot no. 6A (near the pond), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. New riders text Tom Chettleburgh at (734) 5521025. Free.

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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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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. Livestream available at meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. [email protected].

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Bad Decisions Track Club
6:00 pm
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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.

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Drop-in Knitting: Spun
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Every Sun.–Thurs. 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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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
6:00 pm
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Every Sat., Mon., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi.; and AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.

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“Bernie for Burlington: The Rise of the People’s Politician”: Literati Bookstore
6:30 pm
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Massachusetts-based writer Dan Chiasson is joined by essayist Colette Shade to discuss his new book about the political rise of Bernie Sanders. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.

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Detroit Irish Music Association Seisiún
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Every Thurs. All invited to join members of this local chapter of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann for an informal evening playing traditional Irish music on various instruments. Lessons offered. 7–9 p.m., Grace Church main bldg., 3150 Glazier Way. Free. [email protected], detroitirishmusic.org.

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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
7:00 pm
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Every Thurs. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.

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“Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
7:15 pm
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Every Thurs. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. On May 7, attendees can mingle with the comics before they hit the stage during “Comedy Nerdz Happy Hour” (5:30–6:30 p.m.). 7:15 p.m. (doors at 6:30 p.m.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com & $6 at the door. (734) 996–9080.

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“Murder on the Links”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
7:30 pm
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Every Wed.–Sun., Apr. 2–May 31. David Bendena directs Steven Dietz’s 2023 farce, based on an Agatha Christie whodunit, in which eccentric Belgian detective Hercule Poirot’s newest client is discovered, dead, on a French golf course. A cast of 6 actors embody a plethora of suspects in this high-energy, comic adaptation. 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.). PRT, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $31.50–$52.50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org and (734) 433–7673, & (if available) at the door. Discounts available.

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Abigail Stauffer & the Wisdom: Kerrytown Concert House
7:30 pm
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Stauffer is a rich-voiced local singer-songwriter and guitarist whose pop-folk and pop-rock songs are known for their piercing, emotionally direct lyrics. Her band is driven by Dave Haughey’s jazz cello and Jamie Register on percussion. Tonight, they debut their new track “Hold Me Steady,” as well as music inspired by their recent travels in Brazil. 7:30 p.m., 415 N. Fourth Ave. $20–$35 (students, $10–$25) in advance online & (if available) at the door. (734) 769–2999, kerrytownconcerthouse.com.

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Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
7:30 pm
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Every Thurs. Popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team of up to 6 people. Prizes. 7:30 p.m., 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. (734) 665–2968.

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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
8:00 pm
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Every Thurs. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.

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