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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet

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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.

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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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“Crow Party”: Ann Arbor District Library

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All invited to dress in black, trade trinkets, and make crow-themed crafts. Noon–1:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater

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Every Tues.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. We Are Stars (noon) explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, connecting life on Earth to the evolution of the universe; The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 p.m.) explores the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own; and T. Rex (2 p.m.) describes the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history (includes scenes of dinosaur violence). Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., 1105 North University. $8 at the gift shop. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org. 

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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club

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Every Thurs., Fri., & Tues. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri. & Tues.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].

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Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club

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Every Tues. All invited to play the classic word game, using the 5th-edition Scrabble dictionary. Bring your own set, if you like. 3:30–8 p.m., Arbor Brewing Company Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. meetup.com/ann-arbor-scrabble-meetup. [email protected].

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Game Night: Sylvan Factory

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Every Tues. All invited to play one of a selection of board games, assemble a puzzle, paint miniatures, or try a tabletop role-playing game, all in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. 5 p.m., 2459 W. Stadium. Free. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.

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“Block Printing Workshop”: Ann Arbor District Library

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Adults & teens invited to carve a simple stamp to decorate blank note cards. Materials provided. No experience necessary. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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“Dog and Suds Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society

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Every Tues. 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. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Start location occasionally changes. Free. (734) 662–0205.

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“Collage and Chill”: Dzanc House

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July 14 & 28. All invited to make collages. Supplies provided, but bring your own if you like. 6–8 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. $5 suggested donation. dzanchouse.org/all-events.

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Tuesday Night Workouts: Ann Arbor Track Club

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Every Tues. Runners of all skill levels age 14 & up invited to participate in this short, intense interval workout. Arrive at 6:20 p.m. to warm up. 6:30 p.m., Ferry Field, 1150 S. State. Visitors free; $30/year membership for regular participants. Preregistration required at aatrackclub.org/interval-workouts. 

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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society

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Every Tues., except July 21. Singers of all ages and genders invited to join rehearsals of this award-winning a cappella chorus. 7–8:45 p.m., First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4001 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free to visitors; call ahead or check website (dues for those who join). (734) 796–7467, [email protected], hvharmonizers.org.

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Auditions: Ann Arbor Grail Singers

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Singers interested in joining this women’s early music chamber choir are invited to meet and sing for director Jacob Carroll. The Grail Singers are dedicated to performing and recording beautiful music, especially lesser-known repertoire from the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods, and works by women composers. 7–9, Ann Arbor location provided to participants. Free, but preregistration required; call (734) 800-4065 or email [email protected].

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Shape Note Singing: Ypsi Shape Note Group

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July 14 & 28. All invited to join an evening of this early American form of hymn singing that uses musical notation with distinct shapes to make learning easier. Songbooks available, but singers encouraged to bring their own. No experience required. 7–9 p.m., Riverside Arts Center, Off Center Bldg., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. (734) 480–2787, riversidearts.org/shape-note-singing-ypsilanti.

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Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance

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Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no complicated steps, and no partner or experience needed. Bring clean, flat, nonslip shoes. First-timers asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse. Suggested donation $8–$12 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). (734) 665–7704, aactmad.org/english-country.

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Women’s A Cappella Chorus Rehearsal: Voices in Harmony

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July 14, 21, & 28. Women singers invited to join a rehearsal of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–9:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile, Ypsi. Free to visitors (dues for those who join). (734) 765–3611, [email protected], voicesinharmonychorus.org.

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Open Meeting: Ann Arbor Grail Singers

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All women invited to learn about this women’s chamber choir dedicated to performing and recording a variety of music, especially lesser-known repertoire from the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods and works by women composers. This meeting includes auditions for new members. 7:159:15 p.m., call for location. Free, but reservations required by calling (734) 8004065 or emailing [email protected]. annarborgrailsingers.org.