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  • September 2026

  • Thu 24
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    “Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History

    Sep. 24 at 11:00 am - 3:00 pm “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 (sight, hearing, and smell) 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.

  • Thu 24
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    Regent Candidate Forum: U-M Faculty Senate Office

    Sep. 24 at 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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    The 2026 candidates for the U-M Board of Regents present their qualifications, articulate their vision for the University, and respond to questions. 4-5:30 p.m., University Hall, Alexander Ruthven Building, 1109 Geddes. Also available via livestream. Free. Preregistration required at facultysenate.umich.edu/regent-candidate-forum-2026.

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    Wildlife-Friendly Homes Kickoff: Humane Society of Huron Valley

    Sep. 24 at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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    Family-friendly event for attendees to learn and practice simple ways to create habitats for wildlife at home. Leashed and socialized dogs welcome. 4–6 p.m., Olson Park Pavilion, 1515 Dhu Varren. Preregistration required at hshv.org/event-calendar. Free, donations welcome.

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association

    Sep. 24 at 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 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. 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.

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    Michigan Marching Band Practice

    Sep. 24 at 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Michigan Marching Band Practice
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    Every Mon.–Thurs. (except Sept. 7). The U-M’s highly disciplined 200+ member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on the new Elbel field, across the street from the old Elbel field. All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., new Elbel Field, Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    “Under the Quiet, Beyond the Eye: Image, Memory, and the Afterlives of Empire”: U-M School of Art & Design Penny Stamps Speaker Series

    Sep. 24 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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    Cosmo Whyte, an interdisciplinary artist working across drawing, installation, photography, and sculpture, discusses his career and work. 5:30–7 p.m., Michigan Theater. Free. stamps.umich.edu, (734) 936–0671.

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)

    Sep. 24 at 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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    Every Thurs., Sat., & Mon. (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.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com. 

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    Touch Rugby: U-M Rugby Football Club

    Sep. 24 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Touch Rugby: U-M Rugby Football Club
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    Every Tues. & Thurs. All invited to play a low-contact version of rugby. Beginners welcome. 6–7:30 p.m., Riverside Park, 1000 Canal St. Free. [email protected].  

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    Bad Decisions Track Club

    Sep. 24 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 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.  

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    Drop-in Knitting: Spun

    Sep. 24 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 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. 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.) & 1–3 p.m. (Sun.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    “Thursday Evening Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society

    Sep. 24 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm “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 and a 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 [email protected] for each week’s route. Free. (313) 980–5277.  

  • Thu 24
    Free
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    “Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active

    Sep. 24 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm “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.

  • Thu 24
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    GriefShare: St. Luke Lutheran Church

    Sep. 24 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm GriefShare
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    4205 Washtenaw Ave.

    Find hope and healing after the death of a loved one. You are encouraged to join us on any week. Sessions are self-contained.

    The group meets on Thursdays starting at 6:30 PM for one-and-a-half hours, ending at 8:00 PM.

    Each meeting consists of a video seminar, a discussion, and your personal workbook.

    Each week you can expect to view a 30-minute video filled with helpful guidance, discuss grief-related issues, and gain personal recovery tips through your workbook.

    Get more information and register here: https://find.griefshare.org/groups/297677

    Questions? Contact: [email protected]

    First meeting: Thurs., Sept. 10
    Last meeting: Thurs., Dec. 10

    https://find.griefshare.org/groups/297677

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  • Thu 24
    Free
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    Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider

    Sep. 24 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 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., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    “Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society

    Sep. 25 at 9:00 am - 11:00 am “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 beyond. Pack a lunch or stop in Dexter. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Delhi Metro Park parking lot (left of the tollbooth), E. Delhi off Huron River Dr. Free. [email protected].  

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    “Olson Park Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society

    Sep. 25 at 9:00 am - 11:00 am “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. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Olson Park, 1515 Dhu Varren. Free. (412) 302–9960.  

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    “The Slow Time of Rumination”: U-M English Department Heberle Lecture

    Sep. 25 at 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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    Brown University humanities professor Amanda Anderson discusses the importance of slow and persistent processing of moral shocks such as profound loss, grief, regret, and loss of status. 10:30 a.m.–noon, 3222 Angel Hall, 435 S. State. Free. (734) 764–6330.

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    “Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History

    Sep. 25 at 11:00 am - 3:00 pm “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 (sight, hearing, and smell) 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.

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops

    Sep. 25 at 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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    Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. 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. 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.) & noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.). Free. [email protected]. 

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    “Salute to Bach”: First Baptist Church Ad Libitum Concert Series

    Sep. 25 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    The church’s organist Shin-Ae Chun performs a program of organ music by J.S. Bach, including Prelude and Fugue in D Major, Trio Sonata in C Minor, Concerto in D Minor, and Fantasy and Fugue in G Minor. Noon–1 p.m., 517 E. Washington (handicap access on Washington entrance). Free. (734) 663–9376, fbca2.org.

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    “Corporate Persons in Human Law: Reproduction, Kinship, Jurisdiction”: U-M Anthropology Department Roy A. Rappaport Lecture

    Sep. 25 at 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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    U-M anthropology professor Matthew Hull discusses the unmanaged ecologically disastrous side-effects of banana-growing in the southern Philippines. First in a series of 4 monthly lectures on the role corporations play in Anglo-American governance. 3–4:30 p.m., 411 West Hall, 1085 South University. Free. (734) 764–7274.

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association

    Sep. 25 at 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 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. 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.

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    “World Famous Trivia”: Ann Arbor District Library

    Sep. 25 at 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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    AADL staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia aimed at adults. Prizes. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.

  • Fri 25
    Free
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    “History of Trees in Ann Arbor”: Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations/Leslie Science & Nature Center

    Sep. 25 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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    Presentation by city staff on the history of forests in southeast Michigan, followed by a (weather permitting) guided walk to look at evidence of previous forests. 6–7:30 p.m., 1831 Traver. Free.

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