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Events in June 2026
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June 11, 2026
“Cavanaugh Lake Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Kids & Money Session: University Bank
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Join our fun and educational workshop on financial literacy. Come learn money management basics and develop good financial habits for the future. University Bank is located in the historic Hoover Mansion. A tour will also be provided.
Workshops will run for 2 hours, and snacks will be served. Each attendee will have the opportunity to open their own savings account! University Bank will provide the first $25 deposit*!
2015 Washtenaw Avenue ,Ann Arbor. Free. [email protected] www.university-bank.com 7343729121.“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 real 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 4 Thursday. Today: The Accidentals with Emma Zinck, acclaimed Traverse City Americana alt-folk trio comprised of multi-instrumentalists Katie Larson and Sav Buist, with percussionist Katelynn Corll. Featuring Nashville-based vocalist Zinck. Opener: Ember & Ash, duo consisting of Alex Holycross, lead singer of the Oakland “thrash grass” country quartet The Native Howl, and Erin Zindle, frontwoman of the veteran local country-rock band The Ragbirds. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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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.), 1320 Baldwin. $5 (Mon.) & $9 (Thurs.); $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.
4380 West Waters Road ,Ann Arbor. Free. [email protected] https://www.stephensonceramicstudio.com/ 7343951540.Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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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].
“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.
A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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June 2, 11, 24, & 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 (June 2); 3D printers, laser engravers, and 3D pens (June 11); sewing machines, silhouette vinyl cutters, and heat presses (June 24); and soldering equipment and electronic components (June 30). 11 a.m.–2 p.m. (June 2) and 5–7:30 p.m. (June 11, 24, & 30), 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.
“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 back parking lot no. 6A (near the pond), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. New riders text Tom Chettleburgh at (734) 552–1025. Free.
“Origami Rose Magnets”: Ann Arbor District Library
“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.
Game Night: Vault of Midnight
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All invited to play popular board games, from easy to advanced. “Game gurus” on hand to answer questions. Attendees under age 16 must attend with a parent or guardian. Food and drink available for purchase. 6–9 p.m., The Ranch Honky Tonk, 122 W. Washington. $10. Preregistration required at vaultofmidnight.com/events. (734) 998–1413.
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 (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.
“Love’s Labor’s Lost”: U-M Residential College/Nichols Arboretum
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Every Thurs.–Sun., June 4–28. U-M students and local actors perform an alfresco production of one of Shakespeare’s lesser-known comedies, a sophisticated, at times delightfully impish, and finally somewhat dark treatment of the battle of the sexes. The king of Navarre and 3 of his lords vow to deny themselves worldly pleasures, including women, and devote themselves to academic study. But when the princess of France and her 3 ladies arrive at the king’s court, these solemn oaths become vague memories, and each of the young lords begins secretly to woo one of the young ladies, indulging in revels, masques, and outrageous sonnets. The RC’s annual Shakespeare in the Arb production is a hugely popular local summer tradition. The action moves from spot to spot within the Arb, and the production takes special care to make the shifting environments an active force in the performance. Audience members should be prepared for the weather conditions and periods of sitting, standing, & walking and bring a lightweight chair or blanket to sit on. Note: the June 20 performance includes ASL interpretation. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Peony Garden entrance at 1610 Washington Heights. $25 (Matthaei-Arb members, $20; kids, $15) in advance only at mutotix.umich.edu & the Michigan Union Ticket Office and are held at will call at the Arboretum Visitor Center. (734) 763–8587.
“Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights”: Chelsea Area Festivals & Events
Ann Arbor District Library Emerging Writers Workshop
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Local editor Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal share writing tips. Also, the two host a write-in session at 6:30 p.m. on June 11, and an open house for writers to connect with one another and/or work on their projects at 6:30 p.m. on June 15. 6:30–7:45 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
“In Retrospect”: Voce Velata Youth Ensemble
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This local youth-led chamber ensemble joins professional musicians TBA to perform and discuss music by Jessie Montgomery, Florence Price, Margaret Bonds, and others. Refreshments. Cash bar. Age 9 & up. 7 p.m., Dragonfly and Birch, 115 E. Main, Manchester. $10 in advance at vocevelatamusic.org/events & (if available) at the door.
“Singing for Comfort”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
“That They May Be One”: 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 and at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline).
June 9–11 & 14: “That They May Be One” (Dan Johnson, 2025). Religious documentary about Christian unity. 7 p.m. (Tues.–Thurs) and 4:30 & 6:45 p.m. (Sun.). Cinemark only.
U-M Music School Collaborative Piano Institute.
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June 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, & 19. This summer program for pianists, chamber musicians, singers, and composers features performances of Art Songs & Chamber Music (June 6, 13, 18, & 19) by institute faculty and participants. Also, “Sylvie & The Rain Tree: Black Poetry, Music, and the Haitian Kont” (June 11), a lecture recital by the Detroit classical crossover duo of baritone Jean Bernard Cerin and pianist Veena Kulkarni-Rankin, along with a performance by institute faculty members and the Reverón Piano Trio (June 12), a Venezuelan trio of pianist Ana María Otamendi, violinist Simón Gollo, and cellist Horacio Contreras who specialize in works by Latin American composers. 7–9 p.m. Britton Recital Hall, 1100 Baits, North Campus. Free. collaborativepianoinstitute.org.
“Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Every Thurs. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. On June 4, 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.
“1776”: Ann Arbor Civic Theatre
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June 11–14. In honor of America’s semiquincentennial, David Kiley directs local actors in Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone’s Tony-winning 1969 musical. It tells the story of the compromises, political maneuverings, and last-minute improvisations leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, focusing on the efforts of John Adams to persuade his colleagues at the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia to sign. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin. Tickets $29 (seniors, $26; students, $20) at a2ct.ludus.com & (if available) at the door. (734) 971–2228.
“Gold Hour Nature Hike”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
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WCPARC naturalist Shawn Severance leads a meditative hike through the meadows of County Farm Park as the sun sets. 7:30–8:30 p.m., County Farm Park, 2230 Platt. Free. [email protected], washtenaw.org/registerparks.
Thursday Night Improv: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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June 4 & 11. Two structured improv events, both followed by an improv jam with a series of games and long-form scenes. Spectators welcome. June 4: Draft Line. Improv students are selected to perform a set with one of the house teams. June 11: 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.
“The Handmaiden”: 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.
June 11: “The Handmaiden” (Park Chan-wook, 2016). Twisty erotic thriller set in 1930s Korea. A woman is hired as a handmaiden to an heiress, but is secretly involved in a plot to defraud her. Korean & Japanese, subtitles. 8 p.m.