Events
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Annual Gaming Convention: U•Con
MoreNov. 13–15. Hundreds of competitors of all ages are expected to turn out to play a wide spectrum of tabletop games, from board games and role-playing games to collectible card games and miniaturized simulations of historical and fictional battlefields. Participants also are invited to bring in games to play in an open gaming area. Also, a dealers’ room with sales and demos. In-person registration begins today at 7:30 a.m. For a complete schedule of events, see ucon-gaming.org. 9 a.m.–1 a.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9 a.m.–7 p.m. (Sun.), Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest, 1275 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Weekend pass: $65 in advance, $75 (students and active & retired military, $65) at the door; kids ages 7–12 (accompanied by an adult), $20 in advance & at the door; kids 6 & under, free. Daily passes (available both in advance & at the door): Fri. $45, Sat. $55 ($45 in advance), Sun. $35. A few games cost extra. Advance registration available at ucon-gaming.org. (734) 930–6363.
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FreeObserver Editor
“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. 10 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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Jewelry Sale: U-M Turner Senior Resource Center
MoreNov. 13 & 14. Vintage and costume jewelry, pre-owned and donated. Proceeds support local geriatric programs. Cash or check only. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. (Fri.) & 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (Sat.), 2401 Plymouth Rd., ste. C. Free admission. (734) 998–9353.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun., except Nov. 26. 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 examines how membranes can help solve water shortages. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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FreeObserver Editor
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. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Free. [email protected].
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FreeObserver Editor
“Real-World Perspectives”: U-M Poverty Solutions Fall Speaker Series
MoreNov. 13 & 20. Talks by scholars and field practitioners, followed by Q&A.
Nov. 13 (noon–1:30 p.m.): U-M professor of psychology and organizational studies Catherine Thomas on “Cash Plus Psychosocial Interventions for Economic Mobility.”
Nov. 20 (1:30–3 p.m.): Panel discussion with poverty solutions experts on “The Importance of Research and Data for Policy and Social Change.”
School of Social Work, B780 (basement), 1080 South University. Also via livestream. Free. (734) 929–8027, [email protected], fordschool.umich.edu/events.
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“Midday Morsel Drop-in Tour”: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
MoreThirty-minute docent-led tour of ancient Mediterranean artifacts in the museum collection. 12:30 p.m., 434 S. State (meet at the Maynard entrance). Free. (734) 764–9304.
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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. Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? (noon) looks at cosmic collisions across the solar system including the 6-mile-wide asteroid that hit the earth 66 million years ago; 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. $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., except Nov. 26. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 750 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9–$11 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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FreeObserver Editor
“Meetings and Speech: Corporate Mediations of Will”: U-M Anthropology Department Roy A. Rappaport Lecture
MoreU-M anthropology professor Matthew Hull discusses how corporations, once grounded in democratic ideals, now work against our cultural institutions. Third in a series of 4 monthly lectures. 3–4:30 p.m., 411 West Hall, 1085 South University. Free. (734) 764–7274.
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U-M Clements Library Tour
MoreHour-long docent-led tour of the library’s early American history collection, along with a chance to view a new exhibit, Who Counts? A History of Voting in America, a display of ballot boxes, campaign pins, preprinted party tickets, banners, and other electioneering ephemera. 4 p.m., 909 South University. Free, preregistration required at clements.umich.edu. (734) 649–3370.
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“Indians and Cowboys: Race, Caste, and Catholic Missionary Priests from India in Rural America”: U-M Center for South Asian Studies
MoreColby College gender studies professor Sonja Thomas discusses how 90 percent of Catholic dioceses in the US today rely on foreign priests, many of whom were born in South Asia. 4–5:30 p.m., 555 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 615–4059.
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Nightspots
Jeff Mac. ): Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiSoft–rock, blues and folk covers by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.
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Nightspots
Mike Root.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborMid-Michigan country singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.
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FreeObserver Editor
Maya Binyam: U-M English Department Zell Visiting Writers Series
MoreReading by this fiction writer whose award-winning 2023 debut novel Hangman tells the story of an unnamed African man returning home after decades in America to visit his dying brother. When he arrives, he finds that he doesn’t recognize the country or anyone in it. Q&A and signing. Also, tomorrow Binyam gives a free craft lecture (10–11 a.m., Michigan League, Henderson Rm.). 5:30–6:30 p.m., UMMA, Stern Auditorium, 525 S. State. Free. [email protected].
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Nightspots
Nick James.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborDetroit-area country-folk singer-songwriter. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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“Small Bite Sessions”: Zingerman’s Deli
MoreNov. 12, 13, & 18. Zingerman’s staff lead short tastings of a variety of cheddar cheeses (Nov. 12), alpine cheeses (Nov. 13), and Thanksgiving breads (Nov. 18). 6–6:30 p.m., Zingerman’s Deli, 422 Detroit St. $15. Preregistration required at zingermansdeli.com/events. (734) 663–3354.
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“From Japantown to Motown to Hometown: The Japanese American Experience in Michigan”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreLocal Japanese Americans Susan Kamei, David Yamamoto, and Lori Saginaw discuss the creation of the Japanese American diaspora following WWII-era internment, the resilience of former incarcerees in the face of post-war discrimination, and the legacy of contributions of the Japanese American community in the greater Detroit area. 6–7 p.m. AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200, aadl.org/events.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Bekka Madeleine EP Release Concert”: Dzanc House
MorePerformance by this young local singer-songwriter who writes pop-inflected Americana songs with haunting, melancholy lyrics. Her new EP, Don’t You Got Better Things to Do?, was made with her sister Hannah. 6–9 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. dzanchouse.org.
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“Disc Golf Glow Night”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
MoreAll invited to play disc golf with illuminated course baskets 1–18. Bring your own discs and gear. 6–9 p.m., Independence Lake County Park, 3200 Jennings, Whitmore Lake. $5 walk-up or preregistration (#IL451100) at washtenaw.org/registerparks, plus $6 (nonresidents, $10) vehicle entry fee. (734) 484–9676.
