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September 22, 2023

a2Tech360
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Sept. 14–23. Weeklong tech festival. Highlights: “Celebrate Invention” (Sept. 14, 3–6 p.m., Michigan Union, 2nd fl.) features demos of research discoveries and products from U-M startups. Preregistration required at bit.ly/um-celebrate-invention. “Ann Arbor Film Festival Technical Innovation Winners” (Sept. 14, 7 p.m., 309 S. Main St.), a showcase of 4 technically innovative short films. More information at aafilmfest.org. Also, the city’s annual “A2Zero Green Fair” (see 22 Friday listing). The week also includes ticketed business-oriented panel discussions, receptions, and pitch competitions (see a2tech360.com). Various times & locations. Free.

Ann Arbor Pioneer Class of 1973 50th Class Reunion
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Ann Arbor Pioneer Class of 1973 50th Class Reunion: AAPS 50th Class Reunion Committee
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The 50th Reunion celebration will take place over the weekend of September 22-23. On Friday evening we will be at the Venue, for a casual gathering. On Saturday we will gather at Weber's for a wonderful evening of dinner and dancing. Tickets can be purchased on or you can send an email to kedman238121MI@comcast.net or call 734-660-6094 for additional payment options. Hope to see you there.

1919 S. Industrial Hwy. AA 48104/3050 Jackson Ave. AA 48103 ,Ann Arbor. Eventbrite; 50th Class Reunion Ann Arbor Pioneer 100.00 for both evenings. kedman238121MI@comcast.net https://annarborpioneer73.com of Facebook; Ann Arbor Pioneer Class of 1973 17346606094.

“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Fri. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and Hudson Mills Metropark. Pack a lunch or stop in Dexter. Helmets required. 9 a.m.2 p.m., meet at Barton Nature Area parking lot, W. Huron River Dr. near Bird Rd. Free. a2dan@sbcglobal.net.

“Olson Park Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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“Olson Park Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Fri. Slow/moderate-paced 18-mile gravel road ride with a rest stop at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Northfield Twp. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Olson Park, 1515 Dhu Varren. Free. aabts.org.

"Rise and Shine Exercise": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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"Rise and Shine Exercise": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors, (734) 822–2120). Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Preregistration recommended at bit.ly/pittsfield-snr.

Rise and Shine Exercise (Mon. & Fri. 9–10 a.m.).

"Crafting Crew": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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"Crafting Crew": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors, (734) 822–2120). Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Preregistration recommended at bit.ly/pittsfield-snr.

Crafting Crew (Fri. 10 a.m.).

"Never Alone": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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"Never Alone": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/umturnercalendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Never Alone social group (Fri. 1011 a.m.) via Zoom.

Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
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Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 9–Oct. 29 and Wed.–Fri., Sept. 20–Oct. 27. 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. An apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available Sat. & Sun. for an extra charge. 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. (734) 482–7744.

Just Between Friends Sale
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Sept. 20–24. Show and sale of used maternity items, baby and children’s clothes, toys, and baby gear. Prices drop Sat. at 6 p.m. Doors shut 30 minutes (1 hour on Thurs.) before closing. 4–9 p.m. (Wed., preregistration required), noon–9 p.m. (Thurs.), 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Fri.), 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. & 4–8 p.m. (Sat.), & 9 a.m.–noon (Sun.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free, but a $5–$25 “priority pass” allows you early bird access. To preregister see tinyurl.com/4fp3ufkx.

Liz Moore: U-M English Department Zell Visiting Writers Series
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Liz Moore: U-M English Department Zell Visiting Writers Series
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This Philadelphia-based novelist reads from and discusses her work. Her 2020 bestseller Long Bright River, a thriller about 2 sisters in a Philadelphia neighborhood ravaged by opioid addiction, was praised by one New York Times reviewer for its “careful balance of the hard-bitten with the heartfelt.” Followed by a Q&A. Also, tomorrow Moore gives a free talk on “Setting as Character: Building an Immersive World in Fiction” (1011 a.m., 3222 Angell Hall). 5:30–6:30 p.m., UMMA Stern Auditorium, 525 S. State. Livestream available for both programs at tinyurl.com/zellwriters. Free. asbates@umich.edu.

Playgroups for Babies: AADL
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Every Mon.–Wed. & Fri. (different times): Fifteen minutes of stories, rhymes, and songs led by AADL staffers, followed by a short open play. For kids up to 24 months (with caregiver). No older siblings. Malletts Creek (Mon., except Sept. 4, 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Tues. 11 a.m.), Westgate (Wed. 10:30 a.m.), and Downtown (Fri. 10:30 a.m.).

“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Daily (except Sept. 4). All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s Nature Lab and Micro Worlds Lab to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. Schedule subject to change. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.

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 (except Sept. 4). Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. We Are Stars (11:30 a.m.) explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, connecting life on Earth to the evolution of the universe. 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, U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. lsa.umich.edu/ummnh, (734) 764–0478.

Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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Every Fri., Sat., & Wed. All invited to play one of 200 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime’s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Kids welcome. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Kerrytown Market. Free. ofglobal@aol.com.

Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Tai Chi: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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(2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/umturnercalendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m.) via Zoom.

"Walking Off the Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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"Walking Off the Pounds": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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(2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/umturnercalendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Walking Off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m.) via Zoom.

Bridge: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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Bridge: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors, (734) 822–2120). Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Preregistration recommended at bit.ly/pittsfield-snr.

Bridge (Fri. 12:30 p.m., except Sept. 29).

Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Bridge: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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(2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at bit.ly/umturnercalendar. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m.) in person, call if interested.

Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Fri., Tues., & Thurs. All invited to play a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points or ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri. & Tues.). 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $6 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email kahanae@yahoo.net or ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.

Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 25 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon., except Sept. 4, 10:30 a.m. & Thurs. 11 a.m.), Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m. & Wed. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m.), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.).

"Friday Line Dance": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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"Friday Line Dance": Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors, (734) 822–2120). Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Weekly events. Check meeting status before coming. Preregistration recommended at bit.ly/pittsfield-snr.

Friday Line Dance (Fri. 2–3:30 p.m.).

Policy Talks @ the Ford School presents: U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo
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Policy Talks @ the Ford School presents: U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo: The Ford School
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Policy Talks @ the Ford School presents U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo. Secretary Raimondo will reflect on economic growth, innovation, and American competitiveness in conversation with Professor Betsey Stevenson.

How to attend
In-person attendance at this event is limited to Ford School students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Students, faculty, and staff: Details on how to get tickets will be shared via email.
Ford School Alumni: Register through our Homecoming page.
Livestream: The event will also be available to the public via livestream from this page.
A special thanks to our media partners at Detroit Public Television (DPTV).

735 S. State St. ,Ann Arbor. Free. fspp-events@umich.edu https://fordschool.umich.edu/event/2023/policy-talks-ford-school-presents-us-secretary-commerce-gina-m-raimondo

U-M Center for South Asian Studies Lecture Series
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U-M Center for South Asian Studies Lecture Series
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Sept. 1, 8, & 22 (different times). Talks by visiting scholars. Sept. 1: “Genealogies of Knowledge Production: Information, Data, and Algorithmic World-Making,” a talk by UCLA anthropology professor Purnima Mankekar on the role of information technology in Indian development projects. Sept. 8: University of Maryland history professor Mircea Raianu on “Tata: The Global Corporation That Built Indian Capitalism.” Sept. 22: Indian researcher Ganesh N. Devy on “Silent Pasts and Speaking Presents: History and Language in Contemporary South Asia.” 4 p.m. (Sept. 1 & 22) & 4:30 p.m. (Sept. 8), 110 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 764–0448.

A2Zero Green Fair: Office of the Mayor
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A2Zero Green Fair: Office of the Mayor
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Displays of alternative-fuel vehicles, renewable energy, green building materials, solar energy installations, and other energy conservation products and practices. Also, hands-on kids activities, bike parade (7 p.m.), and live music by the Glen Leven Band, a local quartet whose eclectic repertoire ranges from traditional Irish music to rockabilly, bluegrass, novelty songs, and roots-rock originals. Preceded by a Tech Trek (15 p.m., Liberty between Division & S. 4th Ave.) featuring demos of new technology and EV test drives (26 p.m., Library Lot & Lane). 5–8 p.m., Main St., Downtown Ann Arbor. Free. a2gov.org/greenfair.

“Mesmerica”: U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri. and Sat. Hour-long hypnotic and immersive audio-visual program that combines ambient/electronica composer James Hood’s music with 3D animals in imaginary landscapes created by artists from around the world. 5:30, 7, & 8:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $34 (students, seniors, & military, $20). Preregistration required at bit.ly/um-mnh-mesmerica. Limited capacity. lsa.umich.edu/ummnh, (734) 764–0478.

Happy Hour: Derek Self
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Happy Hour: Derek Self: North Star Lounge
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Since his first nationally televised performance on CBS when he was 10 years old, Derek Self has played rock clubs, Lion’s Clubs, backyards, front yards, weddings, funerals, basements, rooftops, and living rooms. He was a contestant on The Voice and has been featured in the New York Times and Chicago Tribune

301 North 5th Avenue ,Ann Arbor. Free. northstarlounge@gmail.com

Michigan Marching Band Open Stadium Rehearsal
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Michigan Marching Band Open Stadium Rehearsal: Michigan Marching Band
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Join the MMB at Michigan Stadium for an open rehearsal! This event is free, no admission required. Doors open at 5:45pm. Enter through Michigan Stadium Gate 8. Parking is available in the Buffalo Lot and Champions North Lot on E. Keech Ave.

1201 South Main Street ,Ann Arbor, Michigan. Free. mmb.info@umich.edu https://michiganmarchingband.com/events-one/xxw9vgnc1gc0a6wajn9g21erz232qq

U-M Field Hockey
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Game vs. University of California-Davis. The U-M also has home matches this month against Old Dominion (Sept. 3, noon), Davidson (Sept. 8, 6 p.m.), Saint Joseph’s (Sept. 10, 1 p.m.), and Iowa (Sept. 22, 6 p.m.). 6 p.m., Ocker Field, 1202 S. State. Free. 764–0247. 

U-M Women’s Soccer
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Game vs. Cincinnati. The U-M also has regular season home games this month against WMU (Sept. 10, 1 p.m.), St. Joseph’s (Sept. 10, 1 p.m.), Minnesota (Sept. 15, 7 p.m.), Iowa (Sept. 22, 6 p.m.), Rutgers (Sept. 22, 7 p.m. & Sept. 23, noon), and Penn State (Sept. 28, 7 p.m.). 1 p.m., U-M Soccer Stadium, 2250 S. State. $6 & $8 (groups of 10 or more, $3 each) at mgoblue.com. (734) 764–0247.

Vanessa Rubin
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Vanessa Rubin: Blue LLama Jazz Club
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Revered as both a torchbearer and a storyteller, jazz vocalist Vanessa Rubin possesses a voice hailed for crystalline clarity, hearth-like warmth and playful lioness sass. The Cleveland native brings a wealth of diverse influences to her vocal performance from both the Trinidadian/Caribbean roots of her mother and traditional jazz by way of her Louisiana-born father.

314 S. Main St. ,Ann Arbor. https://bluellamaclub.com/event/vanessa-rubin-2/2023-09-22/1/ $15 cover, $35 cocktail table, $85 dinner and a show. hello@bluellamaclub.com https://bluellamaclub.com/event/vanessa-rubin-2/2023-09-22/1/ 7343723200.

“Crown for the Girl Inside”: Literati Bookstore
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“Crown for the Girl Inside”: Literati Bookstore
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Chicago-based poet Lisa Low joins fellow Midwest poets Carlina Duan, Jassmine Parks, & monét cooper to discuss her new collection of prose poems about vulnerability, the possibilities and limitations of writing, and Asian American stereotypes. 6:30 p.m., Literati, 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.

Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Every Fri., Sat., & Mon.Wed. All invited to play various forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. Fri. (6:30–10 p.m.): Magic rotating draft, cost varies. Sat. (6–10 p.m.): Commander Pods, casual groups of 4 players, free. Mon. (6:30–10 p.m.): Power Cards, $10. Tues. (7–10 p.m.): MTG Pauper, a fun and fast format for all skill levels, $5. Wed. (5–9 p.m.): Casual Commander, the most popular form of the game, free. Prizes paid in store credit. Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. info@sylvanfactory.com

“Feel Good Friday”: UMMA
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“Feel Good Friday”: UMMA
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All invited to join curators, musicians, and visiting artists for an evening celebrating the LSA Arts & Resistance–theme semester. Featuring hands-on art making, DJs Miss Ginger and Stacey Hotwaxx Hale, live music TBA, a chance to view art, and refreshments. Also, the unveiling of a new piece commissioned from New Mexicobased Sioux artist Cannupa Hanska Luger, a Guggenheim winner known for his soulful and politically provocative art that addresses what colonialism costs both the colonized and the colonizer. Perhaps his best-known work, the open-source social experiment “The Mirror Shield Project,” showed Standing Rock protestors how to make shields out of reflective material so law enforcement officers could confront their own aggression. 7–10 p.m., UMMA, 525 S. State. Free. umma.umich.edu/exhibitions/2021/feel-good-friday-umma, (734) 764–0395.

“Mesmerica”: U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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“Mesmerica”: U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri. and Sat. Hour-long hypnotic and immersive audio-visual program that combines ambient/electronica composer James Hood’s music with 3D animals in imaginary landscapes created by artists from around the world. 5:30, 7, & 8:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $34 (students, seniors, & military, $20). Preregistration required at bit.ly/um-mnh-mesmerica. Limited capacity. lsa.umich.edu/ummnh, (734) 764–0478.

"Walk Right In": Ann Arbor Film Festival @ Burns Park
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"Walk Right In": Ann Arbor Film Festival @ Burns Park
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FREE. aafilmfest.org. Burns Park, 1300 Baldwin Ave. 

Sept. 22: “Walk Right In,” a program of short films drawn from the AAFF’s archive, a collection started in 1963. 7-9 p.m. (films start when the sun goes down).

Bluegrass Friday: Pontiac Trail Blazers FT. Keith Billik
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Bluegrass Friday: Pontiac Trail Blazers FT. Keith Billik: North Star Lounge
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Hailing from the Ann Arbor area, the Pontiac Trail Blazers have been the house bluegrass band for Detroit Street Filling Station since 2017. They are often joined by a bevy of special guests and focus on the beautiful harmonies and acoustic prowess that are unique to their Bluegrass roots. With a deep repertoire of traditional standards, originals, and unique covers, the Trail Blazers will keep you guessing with unexpected tunes and arrangements every week. Joining them this week is Keith Billik on Banjo.

$10 Cover

301 North 5th Avenue ,Ann Arbor. $10. northstarlounge@gmail.com

Hands-On After Hours: Virtual Reality
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Hands-On After Hours: Virtual Reality: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and A2TECH360
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Join us at the cutting edge of reality as we explore the latest work of the University of Michigan Computer Science Department’s Extended Reality and Society Course’s student projects. Try out immersive virtual and augmented reality experiences and explore the Museum’s 250+ exhibits. This event is presented in partnership with A2Tech360 and University of Michigan Lecturer Austin Yarger of Arbor Interactive. Hands-On After Hours will take place after the TechTrek event held around the corner on Liberty Street.

Whether you’re looking to discover new ways of working with technology or are seeking the spirit of play with your friends, this is the perfect evening to visit the Museum for an after-hours experience. Your ticket includes one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage, with additional beverages available for purchase.

220 E Ann Street ,Ann Arbor. Tickets available at our website: https://discoverscienceandnature.org/adult-night $25/member, $30/non-member. hmiller@unityinlearning.org https://discoverscienceandnature.org/adult-night 734-205-9565.

Poetry Night: Booksweet Bookshop
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Poetry Night: Booksweet Bookshop
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Local poet and children’s book writer Shutta Crum and other poets TBA read from and discuss their work. 7 p.m., Booksweet, Courtyard Shops, 1729 Plymouth Rd. Free; preregistration required at booksweetlink.com/shuttapoetry. (734) 929–4112.

Spiritual Protection with Constance Hart, Modern Shaman ​
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Spiritual Protection with Constance Hart, Modern Shaman ​: Enlightened Soul Center & Shop
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Receive an aura/chakra clearing as part of the event!

This talk will include examples of situations that can attract negative entities and worse, with guidance on how to avoid. Several clearing and protection techniques will also be given. Constance will lead a guided meditation to clear attendees' chakras and auras of any negative energies that may be present.

Connie says, "It's all about energy. My engineering background has helped me in my naturopathic work and energy work because of understanding some basic physics principles about energy. There are energetic patterns and frequencies for each object, physical symptom, emotion, and thought. They can be tuned into and cancelled out through a variety of methods, such as Bach Flower Remedies or homeopathic medicines in our bodies, and through energy techniques for your living or work space."

2711 Carpenter Road ,Ann Arbor. Venmo: @ConnieHart14 $35 in advance or $40 at the door. constancejoyhart@gmail.com https://www.enlightenedsoulcenter.com/spiritual-protection-workshop 248-982-7859.

U-M Volleyball
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U-M Volleyball
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Match vs. North Carolina. The U-M also has matches this month against Duke (Sept. 9, 7 p.m.), Bowling Green (Sept. 17, 2 p.m.), & MSU (Sept. 22, 7 p.m.). 7 p.m., Crisler Center (Sept. 8 & 22) & Keen Arena (Sept. 9 & 17). $6 & $8 (groups of 10 or more, $3 each) at mgoblue.com, (734) 764–0247.

U-M Women’s Soccer
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U-M Women’s Soccer
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Game vs. Cincinnati. The U-M also has regular season home games this month against WMU (Sept. 10, 1 p.m.), St. Joseph’s (Sept. 10, 1 p.m.), Minnesota (Sept. 15, 7 p.m.), Iowa (Sept. 22, 6 p.m.), Rutgers (Sept. 22, 7 p.m. & Sept. 23, noon), and Penn State (Sept. 28, 7 p.m.). 1 p.m., U-M Soccer Stadium, 2250 S. State. $6 & $8 (groups of 10 or more, $3 each) at mgoblue.com. (734) 764–0247.

“Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards
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“Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards
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Sept. 16, 22, 23, 29, & 30; every Fri.–Sun. in Oct. Five 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. 7:15–11:30 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 7:15–10:30 p.m. (Sun.), 5565 Merritt Rd., Ypsilanti. Ticket prices TBA. hauntedhousemichigan.com, (734) 390–9212.

Norm Stulz: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Norm Stulz: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Sept. 22 & 23. Veteran Detroit long-form stand-up comic who specializes in funny stories about marriage and other aspects of family life. “I wish I could tell a story the way Norm does,” says actor Tim Allen. “He’s a master.” Preceded by 2 opening acts TBA. Alcohol is served. 7:15 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $18 reserved seating in advance (before 6 p.m. the night of the show) at aacomedy.com, $20 general admission at the door. (734) 996–9080.

“From the Old Notebooks”: Kerrytown Concert House
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“From the Old Notebooks”: Kerrytown Concert House
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Concert pianist Michael Finlay celebrates the process of musical composition with a performance of the sketches and “notebooks” of Scarlatti, Schubert, Beethoven, and Prokofiev. 7:30 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. $29–$50 (students, $19) in advance online and at the door. kerrytownconcerthouse.com, (734) 769–2999.

“Little Shop of Horrors’”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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“Little Shop of Horrors’”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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Every Thurs.–Sun., Sept. 7–24. Dan Cooney and Anna Dreslinski co-direct this local professional theater company in Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s 1982 musical, a wryly humorous, oddly tender hearted black comedy, adapted from the 1960 Roger Corman B-movie, about a carnivorous plant that grows to ferocious proportions. Adopted by a nerdy store clerk who fondly names it “Audrey” after the object of his unrequited affections, it initially seems to bring him good fortune—but as the plant thrives, it grows increasingly bloodthirsty, driving its owner to murder. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Encore, 3126 Broad St., Dexter. Tickets $41.50-$57.50 (youth 12 and under $31.50) in advance at theencoretheatre.org and at the door. (734) 268–6200.

“Sonic Contributions: Honoring the Past, Present, and Future of the African American Community in Ypsilanti, MI”: University Musical Society
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“Sonic Contributions: Honoring the Past, Present, and Future of the African American Community in Ypsilanti, MI”: University Musical Society
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Sept. 22 & 23. Detroit-based saxophonist Marcus Elliot leads a 7-piece band in this collaboration with the African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County in celebration of Ypsilanti’s bicentennial. The group performs original music compositions by Elliot inspired by significant moments in the city’s history and its reputation as a refuge for African-Americans. Featuring Elliot (saxophone), Dwight Adams (trumpet), King Sophia (cello), Jordan Anderson (piano), Josef Deas (bass), Marquis Johnson (percussion), & Miles Lindsey (poetry/narration). 7:30 p.m., Ypsilanti Freighthouse. Tickets pay-what-you-wish at tickets.ums.org/6032/6047. Ums.org.

“The Magic of Motown”: Moxie Events (Michigan Theater)
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“The Magic of Motown”: Moxie Events (Michigan Theater)
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Nationally touring stage production with a cast of 15 costumed vocalists who “embody” and perform songs, with choreography, by the Temptations, the Jackson Five, Diana Ross & the Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, and Smokey Robinson. Backed by a 6-piece band. 7:30 p.m. Michigan Theater. $35–$74. Tickets in advance at bit.ly/MIMotown-9-2023.

“Mlima’s Tale”: Theatre Nova
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“Mlima’s Tale”: Theatre Nova
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Every Thurs.–Sun., Sept. 1–24. Lynch Travis directs the Michigan premiere of Pulitzer-winning playwright Lynn Nottage’s 2018 tale of plunder and commerce in which the ghost of a murdered elephant haunts all who profit from its death. It’s a world in which we’re all unsettlingly connected and unconditional virtue is nonexistent. The New York Times reviewer called it a “visually inventive” and “transfixing” work that “never feels sensational, on the one hand, or pious, on the other.” 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Mask required on opening night and for all Thurs. and Sun. performances. Tickets $22 in advance at theatre-nova.ticketleap.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 635–8450.

“Seeing in Depth”: U-M Detroit Observatory
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“Seeing in Depth”: U-M Detroit Observatory
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Observatory staff discuss a topic TBA related to discoveries, astronomers, and people from the Observatory's past. Followed by a chance to peer through the observatory and rooftop telescopes (weather permitting). 8–10 p.m., Detroit Observatory, 1398 E. Ann. Preregistration required at detroitobservatory.umich.edu. Free. (734) 764–3482.

Claude Bourbon: Green Wood Coffee House Series (First United Methodist Church)
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Claude Bourbon: Green Wood Coffee House Series (First United Methodist Church)
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UK-based Swiss singer-songwriter and virtuoso guitarist whose music blends Delta blues, Middle Eastern, and Spanish stylings with speed and technical precision. 8 p.m., FUMC Green Wood Church, 1001 Green Rd. at Glazier Way. Tickets $15 in advance at greenwoodcoffeehouse.org and at the door. (734) 665-8558.

University Symphony Orchestra: U-M Music School
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University Symphony Orchestra: U-M Music School
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Kenneth Kiesler directs this music student ensemble in a program highlighted by Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No. 3, an abridged instrumental version of his opera Fidelio that takes the listener on a journey from the darkness and despair of being a prisoner through liberation to a glorious expression of freedom. Also, 20th-century takes on medieval and Renaissance liturgical music, including Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis and Respighi’s tone poem Pines of Rome. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. (734) 764–2538.  

“Mesmerica”: U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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“Mesmerica”: U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri. and Sat. Hour-long hypnotic and immersive audio-visual program that combines ambient/electronica composer James Hood’s music with 3D animals in imaginary landscapes created by artists from around the world. 5:30, 7, & 8:30 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $34 (students, seniors, & military, $20). Preregistration required at bit.ly/um-mnh-mesmerica. Limited capacity. lsa.umich.edu/ummnh, (734) 764–0478.

Vanessa Rubin
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Vanessa Rubin: Blue LLama Jazz Club
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Revered as both a torchbearer and a storyteller, jazz vocalist Vanessa Rubin possesses a voice hailed for crystalline clarity, hearth-like warmth and playful lioness sass. The Cleveland native brings a wealth of diverse influences to her vocal performance from both the Trinidadian/Caribbean roots of her mother and traditional jazz by way of her Louisiana-born father.

314 S. Main St. ,Ann Arbor. https://bluellamaclub.com/event/vanessa-rubin-2/2023-09-22/2/ $15 cover, $35 cocktail table, $85 dinner and a show. hello@bluellamaclub.com https://bluellamaclub.com/event/vanessa-rubin-2/2023-09-22/2/ 7343723200.

Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center
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Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center
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Every Fri. All ages & skill levels invited to try swing dancing to prerecorded and (occasional) live music. Preceded at 8 p.m. by a beginner lesson. 9–11 p.m., RAC, 76 N. Huron, Ypsilanti. $5. tinyurl.com/riversideswings.

“American Psycho”: State Theatre
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“American Psycho”: State Theatre
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Film screenings every Tues. & Thurs.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; MTF members, $8; matinee $7.50) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see michtheater.org.

Sept. 22 & 28: “American Psycho” (Mary Harron, 2000). Black comedy psychological thriller, adapted from the Bret Easton Ellis novel, about a psychopathic investment banker. Christian Bale. 9:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.).

Ann Arbor Pioneer Class of 1973 50th Class Reunion
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Ann Arbor Pioneer Class of 1973 50th Class Reunion: AAPS 50th Class Reunion Committee
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The 50th Reunion celebration will take place over the weekend of September 22-23. On Friday evening we will be at the Venue, for a casual gathering. On Saturday we will gather at Weber's for a wonderful evening of dinner and dancing. Tickets can be purchased on or you can send an email to kedman238121MI@comcast.net or call 734-660-6094 for additional payment options. Hope to see you there.

1919 S. Industrial Hwy. AA 48104/3050 Jackson Ave. AA 48103 ,Ann Arbor. Eventbrite; 50th Class Reunion Ann Arbor Pioneer 100.00 for both evenings. kedman238121MI@comcast.net https://annarborpioneer73.com of Facebook; Ann Arbor Pioneer Class of 1973 17346606094.