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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery 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].
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“Olson Park Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery 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.
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2026 Saline Community Fair
MoreSept. 2–6. Old-fashioned community fair featuring agricultural and craft exhibits, carnival rides every day (open at 4 p.m. weekdays, 1 p.m. weekends), and a variety of special events, including a dog of the year contest (winners announced 5:30 p.m. Fri.), touch a truck (10 a.m. Thurs.), an instrument petting zoo (11 a.m.–1 p.m. Thurs.) led by members of the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, a talent show (6:30 p.m. Fri.), a rodeo (7 p.m. Fri.), the USA Auto Cross Championship Derby (7 p.m. Sun.), livestock shows & auctions, tractor & draft horse pulls, a reptile show, a euchre tournament, and more. Live music includes popular Michigan-based a cappella comedy & music quartet Three Men and a Tenor (6 p.m. Sat.), renowned touring student fiddle ensemble the Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic (3 p.m. Sun.), and more. See salinefair.org for complete schedule. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. (Wed.–Sat.) & 10 a.m.–9 p.m. (Sun.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $5 (Wed.) & $10 (Thurs.–Sun.). Ride armbands $22–$25. [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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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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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
MoreEvery Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. T. Rex (noon) describes the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history (includes scenes of dinosaur violence); 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 Tales of the Maya Skies (2 p.m.) immerses viewers in the wonders of Mayan science, examining how Mayan scholars developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics. Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., 1105 North University. $9 at the gift shop. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
MoreEvery Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) 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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“Here Where We Live Is Our Country: The Story of the Jewish Bund”: Jewish Voice for Peace Detroit & Friends of Sabeel North America
MoreNew York Times–bestselling historian Molly Crabapple discusses her new book about Jewish rebels. Signing, refreshments. 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 120 S. State. $18 suggested donation; registration requested at mollycrabappledetroit.eventbrite.com.
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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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Nightspots
Mary Ann Kirt.: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiPop-folk and indie rock originals by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.
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U-M Field Hockey
MoreMatch vs. Kent State. The U-M also has home matches this month against Vermont (Sept. 6, 2 p.m.) and California (Sept. 11, 5 p.m.). 5 p.m., Ocker Field, 1202 S. State. Free. (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com.
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Myke Grayshaw.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborCountry covers by this Detroit-area singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.
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Friday Night Music at Lake Forest Golf Club: Lake Forest Golf Club
More3110 W. Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor
Friday night plans? We’ve got you covered. 🎶
Join us at Lake Forest this Friday for live music with Louis Johnson on piano and Gary Scheer on bass, playing from 5–8 PM.
Come for dinner, grab a drink, settle in by the firetables and enjoy a relaxing evening of live music with friends and family.
🍽️ Freshly prepared food from Chef Blake Reetz
🔥 Firetables & outdoor seating
🎶 Live music | 5–8 PM
🌅 Great food, good company & a Lake Forest sunsetFriday, September 4 | 5–8 PM
📍 3110 W. Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor
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“Silent Disco”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreDance party with tunes spun by local electronic musician Ki5 and transmitted to dancers’ headphones (provided). 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Lauren Crane.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborLocal blues-folk singer-songwriter known for her witty, often saucy observational lyrics. Her 2020 debut Makin’ Honey was produced by Annie Capps. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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Drop-in Line Dancing: Pittsfield Recreation Center
More701 W. Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor
Enjoy Drop-in Line Dancing, Friday, September 4, 2026, 6pm-7:30pm at the Pittsfield Recreation Center, SW corner of Ellsworth and S. State Street, Ann Arbor. Adults and children (eight & up, if accompanied by parent or grandparent) are invited! Wear comfortable clothes, soft-soled shoes or boots. Learn three or more, “absolute,” beginner line dances. The price is $7 if pre-registered at: www.recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov or $10 at door. For questions or information, call the Pittsfield Recreation Center at: 734-822-2120.
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“Handmade Felt Food: Cherries”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreCraft activity for adults & teens. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Traverwood. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Mike Gentry.: Sam Hill
MoreSam Hill 5827 Jackson Rd.Local folk-rock singer-songwriter.
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D&D Adventurers League: Sylvan Factory
MoreEvery Fri. All invited to play the current official campaign of the popular Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing game, using 5th-edition rules. Kids under 13 must have adult accompaniment. 6–10 p.m., 2459 W. Stadium. $10. Space limited, preregistration strongly recommended. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
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First Friday Shabbat: Jewish Cultural Society
MoreAll invited for a dinner from a local restaurant, preceded by a brief secular Shabbat observance with songs, candle lighting, and challah & wine rituals. Kids welcome. 6:30–8 p.m., JCC, 2935 Birch Hollow. $10 (families, $25) for nonmembers; members, free. Preregistration required at jewishculturalsociety.org.
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“Bless Me, Papi”: Literati Bookstore
MoreToledo-based writer Ayendy Bonifacio discusses his new novel about a young Dominican American who sees his deceased father in the form of a pigeon and ghost, acting as protector and advisor. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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Al Jacquez Band.: Live
MoreLive 102 S. First St., Ann ArborAll-star local ensemble led by veteran local blues and blues-rock singer-guitarist Jacquez. With keyboardist & guitarist Tom Loncaric, bassist Randy Tessier, and drummer Rich Dishman.
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“The Hunger Games: Catching Fire”: Fathom Entertainment
More(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline).
Sept. 4: “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” (Francis Lawrence, 2013). The second installment in the Hunger Games series. 6:30 p.m. (Cinemark) & 7 p.m. (Emagine).
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“Euchre Change a Life!”
MoreSept. 4 & 25. Five-game euchre tournament. Sign up with a partner or get paired with one by the organizers. Prizes. Food & beverages available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Haitian children via Haitian Christian Outreach. 6:30–9 p.m., HOMES Campus, 112 Jackson Plz. $15 (HOMES members, $10). [email protected], tinyurl.com/a2euchrechange.
