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“15th Anniversary Open House”: Maker Works
MoreTours and live demos throughout the woodshop, metal shop, laser area, textiles studio, jewelry studio, and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 3765 Plaza Dr. Free. (734) 222–4911, maker-works.com/openhouse.
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Annual Webster Fall Festival: Webster Township Historical Society/Webster United Church of Christ
MorePopular country fair with hayrides (10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., $3 per adult, $1 per child under 12), old-time kids games and other activities, exhibits of antique cars and farm equipment, and trained sheepdog demonstrations (11 a.m., 1 p.m., & 3:30 p.m.). Also, wool spinning and blacksmithing demos, one-room schoolhouse sessions (11 a.m., 12:30, 2, & 4 p.m.), and a craft fair. Also, refreshments for sale, art displays, self-guided tours of the historical buildings, and an exhibition baseball game (1:30 p.m.) using 1860s-era rules between the Chelsea Monitors and the Dexter Union base ball clubs. Live music includes the Dexter Dulcimer Group (11 a.m.), old-time music by the local Stout Hearted String Band (noon), Celtic music from the Foxtree Folk Band (1:10 p.m.), and the veteran Ann Arbor bluegrass band the RFD Boys (4 p.m.). 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Webster Community Hall, 5583 Webster Church & Farrell Rds., Dexter. Free admission (donations accepted). (734) 368–0887, websterfallfestival.org.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
MoreEvery 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].
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“Melges15 Regatta”: U-M Sailing Club
MoreSept. 26 & 27. All invited to watch club members and any others who want to enter their own boats (free) race 15-foot dinghies. 11 a.m. (race registration, 9:30 a.m.), Baseline Lake, 8010 Strawberry Lake Rd., left from Mast off North Territorial. Free. [email protected].
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“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery 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.
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U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Saturday Sampler
MoreSept. 12 & 26 (different times). Docent-led tours exploring “Daily Life in Ancient Rome” (Sept. 12), “All Things Egyptian” (Sept. 26, 11:15 a.m.), and “Highlights of the Kelsey” (Sept. 26, 2 p.m.). 11:15 a.m.–noon (Sept. 12 & 26) & 2–3 p.m. (Sept. 26), 434 S. State. Free. (734) 764–9304.
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“Seed Swap”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAll invited to take seeds to grow at home, or bring their surplus seeds (in labeled envelopes) to share with others. Flowers, vegetables, herbs, and bulbs are welcome. 1–3 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Museum Highlight Tours: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Sat. Thirty-minute tour of the museum’s exhibits and galleries, as well as an introduction to some current U-M biological sciences research projects. 1:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. (734) 764–0478.
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U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology Saturday Sampler
MoreSept. 12 & 26 (different times). Docent-led tours exploring “Daily Life in Ancient Rome” (Sept. 12), “All Things Egyptian” (Sept. 26, 11:15 a.m.), and “Highlights of the Kelsey” (Sept. 26, 2 p.m.). 11:15 a.m.–noon (Sept. 12 & 26) & 2–3 p.m. (Sept. 26), 434 S. State. Free. (734) 764–9304.
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“Ojibway/Anishinaabe Two-Spirit Identity”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreCecelia Rose LaPointe discusses her life as a member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community and Bad River Band of Lake Superior Ojibway, as well as her “two-spirit identity,” a term used in Indigenous communities to embrace individuals with diverse gender identities. 3–5 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Know Obstacles Open Mic & Comedy Hour: Oz’s Music Environment
MorePerformers of all abilities invited to play instruments, sing songs, and tell jokes with members of this band comprised of kids and adults with special needs. Hosted by Oz’s owner Steve Osborn. Spectators welcome. 4–5 p.m., 1922 Packard. Free; donations accepted. (734) 662–8283.
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“Patchwork Visible Mending”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAdults & teens invited to learn some tricks to repair garments with patches, followed by a chance to patch a worn item from home with provided supplies. 4–5 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“All That I’m Asking” Book Launch: AADL Pittsfield
More2359 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Join Ann Arbor author Ellen Halter for the launch of her new novel, All That I’m Asking, a coming-of-age story set against the social upheaval of 1968.
September 26, 4–6 p.m.
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A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
MoreEvery 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.
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“Full Moon Campfire”: Southeast Michigan Land Conservancy
MoreAll invited to enjoy a family-oriented campfire (the final one of the season) in one of the largest conservancy-owned nature preserves in southeast Michigan. Bring blankets, chairs, and campfire refreshments; locally cut firewood appreciated. No pets. Come early to walk the trails if you like. 7–10 p.m., LeFurge Woods, 2452 N. Prospect (½ mile north of Geddes), Superior Twp. Free, donations welcome. (734) 484–6565, [email protected].
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
MoreEvery 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 (7 a.m. Tues. & 8 a.m. Sun.), 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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“Trash Talk”: Washtenaw Zero Waste Coalition
MoreSee 26 Saturday. Today: A walking tour of the Michigan Stadium (8:30 a.m., meet at gate 1) showcases its zero waste measures, and a Zero Waste Fall Festival (noon–3 p.m., Kiwanis Thrift, 100 N. Staebler), with live music TBA, games, crafts, refreshments, free clothing repair, and tours of the facility. 8:30 a.m., various locations. Preregistration required for each separate event at trashtalktour.org. Free; donations appreciated.
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“Derby Horse Show”: Cobblestone Farms at Revel Run
MoreHorses and riders compete in dressage, cross-country riding, and stadium jumping. Refreshments. Pets must be on leash. 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Revel Run, 555 S. Dancer, Chelsea. Free. (734) 395–2633, [email protected], revelrun.com.
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MI Postcards for Patriots
MoreSept. 6, 13, 20, & 27. All invited to drop-in to volunteer to help turn out the vote for the November 2026 election by writing postcards and other activities. 10:30 a.m.–noon, AADL Pittsfield. Free. [email protected], equalityingov.org.
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“Melges15 Regatta”: U-M Sailing Club
MoreSept. 26 & 27. All invited to watch club members and any others who want to enter their own boats (free) race 15-foot dinghies. 11 a.m. (race registration, 9:30 a.m.), Baseline Lake, 8010 Strawberry Lake Rd., left from Mast off North Territorial. Free. [email protected].