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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet

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Every Sun., Tues., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. Dozer Coffee (8 a.m. Sun. & 7 a.m. Tues.), 112 Jackson Plz., (734) 929–9022 & Fleet Feet (7 p.m. Wed.), 123 E. Liberty, (734) 769–5016. Free. fleetfeetsemichigan.com.

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Dressage Shows: Waterloo Hunt Club

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July 31Aug. 2 & Aug. 1316. Equine competition combining artistry and technical abilities highlighted by graceful freestyle routines set to music. No pets. Concessions. 8 a.m.5 p.m., 11500 Glenn at Katz (west off Mount Hope Rd. from I-94 exit 150), Grass Lake. Free. [email protected].

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First United Methodist of Ypsilanti: World Clap Day with Ypsi First!

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209 Washtenaw Rd., Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Hello, Ypsi neighbors! Ypsi First is inviting our community to participate in World Clap Day on Sunday, August 16. We’ll gather at 9:45 a.m. in our parking lot and join people around the world for one synchronized clap at exactly 10:00 a.m. This is a free event for all ages—bring your family, friends, and neighbors and help us put Ypsi on the worldwide map! It’s Free come Clap with Us!

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“Nature Lab”: 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. The newest program lets participants try out simulated snake senses to experience the world as if they were a snake. No live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.

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H.A.C. Ultimate

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Every Sun. All invited to a relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. 11:15 a.m., Fuller Park, just west of the pool & parking lot (or occasionally across the street). Free. (734) 846–9418, [email protected].

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Stage Combat Demonstration: Ann Arbor District Library

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Members of the Michigan stage combat troupe Theatrica Gladiatoria demonstrate choreographed sword fighting, martial arts, and other stunts. Noon–1 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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“The Iron Crafter”: Ann Arbor District Library

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All-ages team-based crafting competition. Each team will have one hour to design and build a craft project using common tools and secret craft supplies that are revealed at the time of the event. Prizes for top finishers. Noon–3 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.  

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Open Board Games: Sylvan Factory

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Every Sun. All invited to play one of a wide variety of board games in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Instruction provided. Also, on Aug. 2, game playtesting with Michigame Design Lab (2 p.m.), during which players are invited to try out new board and card games from local designers Bruce Bielawa & Joe Hopkins and provide feedback. Noon–6 p.m., 2459 W. Stadium. Free. sylvanfactory.com.

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“Megafauna Mystery”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos

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Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo for kids age 5 & up that uses museum specimens to explore paleontology and what can be learned from giant bones and fossils. 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org. 

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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.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867. 

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Sundays at Cobblestone: Cobblestone Farm Museum

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All invited to tour the house and farm, as well as to join docents and board members in inventorying & cataloging items and cleaning the museum. 1–3 p.m., 2718 Packard. Free. cobblestonefarm.org.

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“Walking with Whales Tour”: U-M Museum of Natural History

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Every Sun. Thirty-minute tour that uses the museum’s specimens to tell the story of prehistoric whales and dolphins, who had 4 limbs and walked on land. 1:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. (734) 764–0478. 

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“Midsummer Greenway Delight Nature Walk”: Southeast Michigan Land Conservancy

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All invited to join a naturalist to celebrate SMLC’s 28th anniversary by taking a 1.5-mile walk through LeFurge Nature Preserve’s 325 acres of diverse terrain, including rolling hills, wetlands, meadow, and woods. Dress for the weather. No pets. Refreshments and socializing start at 1:15 p.m. 2–3:45 p.m., park and meet at Conservancy Farm, 8383 Vreeland, Superior Twp. Free, donations welcome. (734) 482–5957, [email protected].

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Invited Artists’ Talk: WSG Gallery

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Talk by and discussion with several of the nine artists featured in the gallery’s Summer Invitational 2026 show (July 22–Aug. 29). The show includes work in a variety of media by 15 WSG member artists, along with 9 artists they’ve invited to join the exhibit.  2–4 p.m., WSG Gallery, 111 E. Ann. (734) 929–2621, wsg-art.com.

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Michigame Design Lab Game Playtesting: Bløm Mead + Cider

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All invited to try out new board and card games from local designers and provide feedback. 2–6 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.

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“Megafauna Mystery”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos

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Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo for kids age 5 & up that uses museum specimens to explore paleontology and what can be learned from giant bones and fossils. 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org. 

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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 downtown. 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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“The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie”: Michigan Theater

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Film screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and U.S. veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar. 

Aug. 16: “The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie” (Stephen Hillenburg, 2004). Animated undersea adventure based on the popular Nickelodeon cartoon, about a happy-go-lucky oddball sponge who lives in a pineapple under the sea. FREE with preregistration at marquee-arts.org/calendar. 11 a.m.