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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. 8 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

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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 snake brains available to examine, but no live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.  

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Sonic Lunch: Bank of Ann Arbor

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See 2 Thursday. Today: Joe Hertler & the Rainbow Seekers, an energetic, lyrical Lansing pop-funk and soul quartet led by singer-songwriter Hertler. Opener: Dreamy, lo-fi acoustic rock by Young Ritual, the solo project of Nashville-based songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Dylan Grantham. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Liberty Plaza, E. Liberty at S. Division. Free. soniclunch.com.

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A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association

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Every Thurs.–Sun., June 4–Sept. 28. Local musicians TBA perform at several locations along Main St. downtown. Also, storytime, fitness classes, and interactive art activities. Rain cancels. 4 p.m. Thurs.–Sun., S. Main between E. Washington & W. William. For the complete lineup, go to mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets. Free.

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Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library

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July 9, 16, 22, & 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 (July 9); 3D printers, laser engravers, and 3D pens (July 16); sewing machines, silhouette vinyl cutters, and heat presses (July 22); and soldering equipment and electronic components (July 30). 5–7:30 p.m. (July 9, 22, & 30) & 11 a.m.–2 p.m. (July 16), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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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. 

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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 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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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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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 (Thurs. & Mon.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.

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AIM High Flyers: Ann Arbor District Library

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Neurodiverse students from Aim High School (Farmington Hills) perform pop and rock songs, led by their teacher, local guitarist Matthew Landrum. 6–7 p.m., AADL Downtown. 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 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.

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“Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights”: Chelsea Area Festivals & Events

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See 2 Thursday. Tonight: vintage rock by Billie Mack and the Juke Joint Johnnies (Palmer Commons), the local country-folk & Americana ensemble Widdershins (E. Middle), classical music by the G-Fours String Quartet (Collins off Main), the versatile country & classic rock cover band Dense White Smoky Boys (Clocktower Gazebo), and the 90s rock and punk cover duo Ben & Dave (Rumpus Room). 6:30–8:30 p.m.