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    “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 cancelations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Olson Park, 1515 Dhu Varren. Free. (412) 302–9960.   

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    Dexter Summer Festival: Dexter Area Chamber of Commerce

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    Aug. 7 & 8. Formerly “Dexter Daze,” these festivities in downtown Dexter include a parade, fireworks, food and craft vendors, kids activities, games, and music at three locations. Today’s live music at the Monument Park gazebo includes a mix of rock and alt-country covers and originals by Outbound Packard (3–5 p.m.) and Detroit blues band Randy Brock (7–10 p.m.). Also throughout both days at Monument Park: cornhole (with a tournament), mini golf, a social tent, and a dunk tank. On a second stage on Broad at Grand, live music includes blues and rockabilly from the Gravel Shakers (1–3 p.m.) and honky tonk and country originals from the Step Aside Band (5–7 p.m.). The Broad location also features a kids bike decorating station, a jump around party, karate and drama demos, and other kids entertainment on both days. In Mill Park on both days, hands-on kid-friendly activities include bounce houses, balloon animals, and more. Today’s festivities end with fireworks at dusk. 10 a.m.–8:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 10 a.m.–8 p.m. (Sat.), downtown Dexter. Free admission. dextersummerfestival.com.

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    “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 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

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    Every Sat., Fri., & Wed. 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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    Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club

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    Every 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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    “Grief Is a Sneaky Bitch”: Jewish Family Services Book Talk

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    Local writer Lisa Keefauver reads from and discusses her book, Grief is a Sneaky Bitch: An Uncensored Guide to Navigating Loss, on the 2-year anniversary of its release. The on-stage discussion is a dialog between Keefauver and local therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin. An audience Q&A and book signing follow. 1:30 p.m. JFS Ann Arbor Board Room, 2245 S. State St. Registration required here.

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    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 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. Free.

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    Mary Ann Kirt

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Pop-folk and indie rock originals by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

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    Saline Summerfest

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    Aug. 7 & 8. This downtown festival features live music, a large arts & crafts show, a car show, kids activities, a 5K, outdoor movie screenings, and more over 2 days. Food trucks & a beer and wine tent. Donation of school supplies accepted. Today: a screening of the movie Zootopia 2 (6:30 p.m.) at Henne Field, and 70s–90s rock and pop favorites by the Detroit quartet Atomic Radio (8 p.m.). Full schedule available at facebook.com/salinesummerfest. 5–11 p.m. (Fri.) & 9 a.m.–11 p.m. (Sat.), downtown Saline. Free admission.  [email protected].

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    Whiskey Bound

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    The Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    West Michigan high-energy country & classic rock cover band.

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    Dino Time

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    North Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor

    Local acoustic pop-folk duo. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.

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    Friday Night Music

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    🎶 Friday Night Live Music at Lake Forest Golf Club 🎶

    Join us Friday, August 7th at 5:30 PM for an evening of live music featuring veteran musician, guitarist and performer Terry Farmer. The night features interesting and artistic covers, original songs and improvisation.

    Come early and enjoy Happy Hour from 3–5 PM featuring food and drink specials before the music begins. Open to the public. Enjoy lawn games including corn toss, great food, beautiful sunsets, and of course a round of golf or a bucket on the range. Families, date night, special occasions – we provide the setting to make your evening special! Reservations encouraged!

    📍 Ellsworth Food & Spirits at Lake Forest Golf Club – Entrance from Wagner Road at Ellsworth, Ann Arbor Saline and Ellsworth Intersection is closed.
    🗓 Friday, August 7th
    ⏰ Happy Hour: 3–5 PM | Live Music Starts: 5:30 PM
    🎵 Live Music by Guitarist Terry Farmer

    View the full menu online: https://ellsworthannarbor.com/menus/#specials

    3110 W Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor. Free. [email protected]. ellsworthannarbor.com 7349948580.

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    Modern Lady Fitness

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    Sam Hill 5827 Jackson Rd.

    Ypsi goth-flavored psychedelic rock trio. Openers: Time Creep, a Detroit postpunk noise-pop band.