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“Cavanaugh Lake Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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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. kmcguinn@comcast.net, (734) 649-9762.
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Computer Help: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free. Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Computer Help (Thurs. 9–11:45 a.m.). With Jack Spence.
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Artist’s Open Studio: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org, bpatton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
Artist’s Open Studio (Thurs. 9:30–11 a.m.). $2; members, free.
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Flower Arrangers: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free. Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Flower Arrangers (Thurs. 9:30–11 a.m.). $20 first and $10 subsequent sessions.
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“Crafty Chaos”: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
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Every Thurs. (10 a.m.–noon): “Crafty Chaos”: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. Kids of all ages invited to make various crafts. AAHOM, 220 E. Ann. $16 museum admission (babies under 2, free). discoverscienceandnature.org/aahom, (734) 995–9439.
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Chinese Mah-jongg: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Chinese Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon in person).
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun. 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. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (Tues.–Sun.), U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Every Mon.–Fri. (different times): Preschool Storytimes: AADL. Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver).
Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m.)
Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.)
Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m. & Wed. 10:30 a.m.)
Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m.)
Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.).
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“Sonic Lunch”: Bank of Ann Arbor
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See 5 Thursday. Today: The Accidentals, a nationally acclaimed young Traverse City Americana alt-folk trio composed of multi-instrumentalists Katie Larson & Sav Buist and percussionist Katelynn Corll. Opener: Canadian indie folk singer-songwriter Maddy Ringo, a U-M voice student. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Liberty Plaza, E. Liberty at S. Division. Free. soniclunch.com, (734) 662–1600.
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“Leap of Faith: How a Local Nonprofit Prepares Disabled Teens and Adults for Lives of Purpose”: First Presbyterian Church Mature Ministries Lunch & Learn
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Talk by Northville disability support services Living and Learning Enrichment Center founder and president Rachelle Vartanian. Noon–2 p.m., First Presbyterian Social Hall, 1432 Washtenaw. $12 includes lunch. Preregistration required at fpca2.org/matureministries.
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ACBL-Sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org, bpatton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250.
ACBL-Sanctioned Bridge (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). $9; members, $8.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. $8 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.
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“Build a Butterfly”: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation Environmental Education
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June 12 (2–3 p.m.): “Build a Butterfly”: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation Environmental Education. City environmental educator Eleva Potter leads a hunt for local butterflies and a craft activity to make a butterfly figure out of natural and other materials. K–5 students with adult accompaniment. Island Park shelter A & playground, 1420 Island Drive. Free, preregistration required (space limited) at tinyurl.com/a2parksrec. epotter@a2gov.org.
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Men's Group: Pittsfield Township Community Center
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Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free. Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov.
Men’s Group (Thurs. 2–4 p.m.). Discussion group.
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Mom-preneur Power Lunch: TRUiC
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Join us for a refreshing hour dedicated to women who do it all. Because moms who are building businesses deserve more than eating leftovers standing at the kitchen counter.
709 W Ellsworth Rd STE 200 ,Ann Arbor. Register at: https://go.truic.com/June-Mom-Lunch Free. Ishani.basu@truic.com truic.com 2244201949.Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Pride Salt Painting”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults and kids age 3 & up invited to use glue, salt and watercolors to create an image in celebration of Pride Month. 3–4 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek, 3090 E. Eisenhower. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Slime Time”: AADL Westgate
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June 12 (3–4 p.m.): “Slime Time”: AADL Westgate. Kids grades K–5 invited to play with the library’s slime.
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“West Side Story”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., June 5–July 6 (except June 25). Michael Berry directs this local professional company in Arthur Laurents’s spirited 1957 musical adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, set in 1950s New York and featuring rival street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds: the largely nativist White Jets, and the Sharks, recent immigrants from Puerto Rico. The work explores themes of racial conflict, pursuit of the American dream, and the struggle to assimilate while maintaining cultural identity. Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim’s beloved score includes such favorites as “Maria,” “Tonight,” and “America.” 7:30 p.m. (June 5 and Fri. & Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), & 3 p.m. (Thurs. & Wed., except June 25), Encore Maas Main Stage, 7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter. Tickets $41.50–$57.50 (youth under 13, $31.50) in advance at theencoretheatre.org (with $3.50 fee) and, if available, at the door. (734) 268–6200.
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"Wise Guys: Conversations for Men": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.
Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 3–4 online).
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“Paper Making”: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation Environmental Education
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City environmental educator Eleva Potter leads adults age 18 & up on a one-mile hike to gather invasive plants, followed by a paper-making session with those plants. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 5–7 p.m., Gallup Park Meeting Rm., 3000 Fuller. Free, preregistration required (space limited) at tinyurl.com/a2parksrec. epotter@a2gov.org.
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“Pride and Prejudice”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Ann Arbor District Library. Occasional free screenings in the Downtown Branch lower level program rm., and other locations as noted. (734) 327–4200.
June 12: “Pride and Prejudice” (Joe Wright, 2005). Romanticized version of Jane Austen’s classic novel about an independent-minded woman. Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfadyen, Carey Mulligan. 5 p.m.
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Letterpress Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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June 7, 12, & 30 (different times). All adults invited to learn the basics of letterpress printing with movable type. 1–3 p.m. (June 7) and 5–7 p.m. (June 12 & 30), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Salty Summer Sounds Live Music Series”: Saline Main Street
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Every Thurs., June 12–Aug. 14. Downtown concerts by area bands TBA. Kids activities. Outdoor seating and dining. Dancing. 5:30 p.m., Henry St. parking lot (across the street from Carrigan Cafe), downtown Saline. Free. More information at salinemainstreet.org/events, (734) 717–7406.
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“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 Drive. New riders text Tom Chettleburgh at (734) 552–1025. Free
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“Let’s Be Friends: Gardening”: Ann Arbor District Library
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All invited to meet with others interested in gardening. 6–7 p.m., AADL Traverwood, 3333 Traverwood. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“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 guidance of AHA members. Repairs not guaranteed. 6–8 p.m., AHA, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Livestream available at meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. info@allhandsactive.org.
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“The Republican Budgets”: The Washtenaw County Democratic Party.
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Reps. Jimmie Wilson Jr and Jason Morgan discuss the Republican budgets and their impact on local issues. 6-8 p.m., Ypsilanti Union Hall, 8975 Textile Rd., Ypsilanti Township. washtenawdems.org/calendar. Free.
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“Thursday Evening Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 25 to 35 miles, along the less-traveled unpaved roads around Chelsea. Bring a chair, beverage, or snack for a postride tailgate. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Email mmotowski@hotmail.com for each week’s route. Free. (313) 980-5277.
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A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
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Every Thurs.–Sat., June 5–Aug. 31. Local musicians perform at several locations along Main Street downtown. Rain cancels. 6–10 p.m., S. Main between E. Washington and W. William. For the complete lineup, go to mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets. Free.
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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
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Drop-In Knitting: Spun
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Every 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.), Spun, 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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Fiber Arts Drop-In: Dzanc House
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June 12 & 26. All invited to join in crocheting, knitting, embroidering, etc. 6–9 p.m., Dzanc House, 402 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti. Free. dzanchouse.org.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), an interval-based training run (Tues.), or a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsilanti; 6 p.m. (Tues.) & 7 a.m. (Sat.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; & 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights”: Chelsea Area Festivals & Events
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See 5 Thursday. Tonight: the veteran local alt-country band Corndaddy, the G4 String Quartet, the Skyline High School a cappella ensemble Skyline Blues, and the Oak Park live hip-hop ensemble The Band Mint. 6:30–8:30 p.m.
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“The Merry Wives of Windsor”: U-M Residential College/Nichols Arboretum
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Every Thurs.–Sun., June 5–29. Carol Gray directs students and local actors in an alfresco production of Shakespeare’s high-spirited farce, which features the bard’s best-loved comic character, the charming yet roguish knight Falstaff, who schemes to charm his way into the hearts and purses of 2 ladies who decide to beat the portly braggart at his own game. 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 light-weight chair or blanket to sit on. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Peony Garden entrance at 1610 Washington Heights. $25 (Matthaei-Arb members, $20; kids, $15) in advance only. Tickets go on sale in mid-May at mutotix.umich.edu & the Michigan Union Ticket Office and are held at will call at the Arboretum Visitor Center. (734) 763–8587.
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“Singing for Comfort”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
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All invited to join a sing-along of soothing songs that are easy to learn. No experience necessary. 7–8:30 p.m., 704 Airport Blvd., ste. 1. Free. (734) 327–0270
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“Wings”: Michigan Theater
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Michigan Theater. Film screenings every day. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8.50; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
June 12: “Wings” (William A. Wellman, 1927). Silent film without audible dialog but with a synchronized musical score about 2 World War I combat pilots in a romantic rivalry over a woman played by Clara Bow. It won the first Oscar for best picture. 7 p.m.
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Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
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Every Thurs. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729.
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The Imposters - Sketch Comedy: hear.say brewing and theater
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The Imposters present a whirlwind hour of sharp, strange and entirely original sketch comedy. Expect wild characters, absurd moments, and zero apologies. They may be faking it - but the laughs are real. Three nights only at hear.say theater (June 12, 13 and 14).
https://hearsaytheater.crowdwork.com/shows/the-imposters-sketch-show?date=2025-06-12T19:00:00
2350 W. Liberty St. ,Ann Arbor. $15. https://www.heardotsay.com/Add this event to your calendar: Google Calendar | iCal
“Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Every Thurs. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. Alcohol is served. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m., 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com; $6 at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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“Heat”: Washtenaw Community Concert Band Concert & Pie Social
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William Perrine conducts this 80-member volunteer ensemble in a performance of popular music, show tunes, and light classics. Followed by pies provided by the band. 7:30 p.m., Washtenaw Commmunity College Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Free, donations accepted). wccband.org
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Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
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Every Thurs. Popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team of up to 6 people. Prizes. 7:30 p.m. or so, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. (734) 665–2968.
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Ramona Collins Quartet: Kerrytown Concert House
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Toledo jazz vocalist Collins performs “All About Love,” a program of fun, sultry interpretations of familiar love songs in her commanding and nimble voice. With Cliff Monear, bassist Jeff Pedraz, and drummer Scott Kretzer. 7:30 p.m., KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. $29–$40 (students, $18–$30) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com and at the door. (734) 769–2999.
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“Say What?” Comedy Open Mic: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Every Thurs. Stand-up comedy open mic emceed by local comics Ned Rice and Jeff Teed. All age 18 & up welcome to come listen, or sign up for 6-minute sets starting at 7:30 p.m. 8–10 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. Free, but preregistration advised at heardotsay.com/events. hello@heardotsay.com.
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