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

July 19–24. Six days of farm animal shows and auctions, plus crafts, exhibits, all-day equestrian competitions, and assorted contests from animal decorating to a goat milk-out. Highlights include the popular “Llama Leaping Contest” (July 22, 2 p.m.), the livestock auction (July 23, 4:30 p.m.), an archery contest (July 24, 1 p.m.), the “Animal Decorator Contest” (July 24, 1:30 p.m.), and the “Ag Olympics” (July 24, 2:30 p.m.) in which 4-H youth engage in Olympic-style competitions involving water, mud, and agricultural products. For complete daily schedule, see bit.ly/4hwashtenaw2026. 8 a.m.–evening, Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free. (734) 222–3877.

All invited to the 75th anniversary celebration of this international Hindu organization, with lectures, chanting, hands-on activities, a Bhagavad Gita festival, a parade of local organizations and temples, and performances TBA. Includes live music by Grammy-winning vocalist and composer Chandrika Tandon. 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m., EMU George Gervin GameAbove Center, 799 N. Hewitt, Ypsi. Free admission; preregistration requested at tinyurl.com/cmaa-2026. chinmaya-aa.org.

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

July 19: “The Great Muppet Caper” (Jim Henson, 1981). Live-action musical comedy about the efforts of Kermit and other Muppets to solve a London jewel heist and clear Miss Piggy’s name. FREE with reservation at marquee-arts.org/calendar. 11 a.m.

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.  

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]. 

See 17 Friday. Today only: a chicken broil. Also, children’s games, an arts & crafts show, and food and beverages for sale. Live music by the polka band Kielbasa Kings (12:30–2:30 p.m.) and early jazz classics from Bessie Smith to Louis Armstrong by the Easy Street Jazz Band (3–5 p.m.). Noon–5 p.m.

Every Sun. All invited to play one of a wide variety of board games in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Instruction provided. Also, on July 5, 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.

Every Sat. & Sun., except July 5. 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.

Local drummer & drum teacher Lori Fithian leads a drum circle. Hand drums and percussion toys provided. Kids welcome. 1–2 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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.

July 19 & 29. A chance for adults and kids to engage in hands-on interactive science activities and see project demos by high school scholars from the U-M Aspirnaut internship research program, the U-M Kamcev Research Lab (July 19), and the U-M Dept. of Chemistry D-RISE program (July 29). 1–3 p.m., Biological Sciences Bldg. West Atrium, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org.  

Every Sun., except July 5. 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.  

Every Sun. Docent-led tours exploring “Highlights of the Kelsey” (July 5 & 12), “Ancient Medicine” (July 19), and “At Leisure: Life Beyond Work in the Ancient World” (July 26). 2–3 p.m., 434 S. State. Free. (734) 764–9304.

Adults and kids age 5 & up invited to answer trivia questions about this immensely popular 2025 animated movie. Prizes. 2–3 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.

All invited to play a fun-filled round of bingo hosted by local drag queen Jadein Black. Prizes. 2–3 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.

This celebration of America’s 250th birthday includes live Americana music by local musicians Al Smiley and Betsy Beckerman, an exhibit of reproductions of the country’s founding documents, and docent-led tours of this 1850s-era restored farmstead. Also, an exhibit of art by local artists in the farmhouse on the theme, “Celebrate Color.” Free frozen treats while supplies last. 2–5 p.m., Sutherland-Wilson Farm, 797 W. Textile. Free. [email protected]. pittsfieldhistory.org

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.

Every Sat. & Sun., except July 5. 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.

Detroit-based textile artist Meghan Navoy demonstrates how to draw a pattern on a cotton bandana using a clay-resist technique, and then dip the piece into a natural dye bath to reveal the pattern. Followed by a chance to dye a bandana to take home. 3–5 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.

An introduction to sustainable and organic methods of dealing with pests (including weeds) in the garden. 4–6 p.m., 1850 Baker, Dexter. Free. Preregistration required at manyhandslc.org/upcoming-events.

Every Sun. Players of all skill levels invited to play this challenging strategy board game. Game materials provided. 5:45 p.m. until whenever, Bill’s Beer Garden, 218 S. Ashley, or the Heidelberg, 215 N. Main (in case of rain). Free. For more info, email Drew at [email protected] or check tinyurl.com/a2goclub. 

Every Sun., except July 12. All invited to try this boisterous, jingly English ceremonial dance thought to be descended from the 15th-century Spanish morisca. Wear athletic shoes. 6–8 p.m., email [email protected] for location. Free.

Every Sun. All invited to join or listen to an instrumental jam session. 7–9 p.m., 318 S. Main. Free. (734) 665–2968.