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    D&D Adventurers League: Sylvan Factory

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    Every 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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    Magic: The Gathering (MTG): Sylvan Factory

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    Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play both casual and tournament forms of the collectible card game MTG.

    Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Commander.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free.

    Wed. (6 p.m.): “Pauper.” A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5.

    Wed. (6:30 p.m.): “Standard.” Three rounds, with competitive tournament rules, prizes of store credit. $10.

    Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Friday Night Draft.” Cost and format vary.

    Various times, 2459 W. Stadium. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.

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    “Fireside Fun”: Leslie Science & Nature Center

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    All invited to sit around a campfire, roast marshmallows, and swap stories. If you like, bring outdoor games, s’mores fixings (roasting utensils provided), and  camping chairs. Rain or shine, so dress for the weather. 6:30–8:30 p.m. Free. (734) 997–1553, lesliesnc.org.  

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    Foundry Town Survivors – Annual Townie Gig: Foundry Town Music

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    102 S. 1st St, Ann Arbor

    Foundry Town Survivors Mark Tomorsky & Tommy Johnsmiller return to their hometown with special guests Andy Adamson on keyboards and Chip Trombley on drums for their Annual Townie Gig at LIVE Nightclub for one night of live music, dancing and fun. It’s an annual tradition for us, and we’d love to have you stop by and say hello. NO COVER CHARGE. Doors open at 6PM with music from 6:30-9:00PM 18 and over only.

    https://foundrytownsurvivors.com

    Free - No cover charge
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    Foundry Town Survivors: Live

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    Live 102 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    Classic Detroit rock’n’roll by this band led by veteran singer-songwriter & guitarist Mark Tomorsky.

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    “2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour”: Michigan Theater

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

    Aug. 28: “2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour.” Six notable shorts from this year’s festival. 7 p.m.

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    “Catching Fireflies” Artist Talk: Ann Arbor Art Center

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    Artists and sisters DaJaniere and Gyona Rice discuss their artistic practice, inspiration, and work. The two have an exhibit at the A2AC this month (see Galleries). 7–8:30 p.m., 117 W. Liberty. Free. (734) 994–8004.

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    Prior Art: Moonwinks Tavern

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    Moonwinks Tavern 5151 Plymouth Rd. (734) 994-5151.

    A mix of originals and 60s-90s rock covers by this local quintet.

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    The Malty Taskers: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Old-time music from blues and country to hokum by this local quintet.

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    Pontiac Trail Blazers: North Star Lounge

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

    Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by dobro player Tony Pace. 7–10 p.m. $10.north

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    Xavier Davis Quartet: Blue LLama

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    Blue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Jazz ensemble led by veteran pianist Davis, an MSU jazz professor and longtime accompanist of the legendary jazz vocalist Betty Carter.

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    Sal Demilio: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase

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    Aug. 28 & 29. Veteran Detroit comic who blends observational humor with self-deprecating commentary about his Italian American family, getting thrown out of school, and dealing with modern technology. Opening act TBA. 7:15 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 at aacomedy.com & (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.

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    “Light in the Darkness”: Beyond Choir

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    EMU choral director Brandon Johnson conducts this local professional vocal ensemble in a program focused on themes of eternal light, awakening, and hope, featuring Lauridsen’s Lux Aeterna, Boykin’s Holding the Light, and Bach’s Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme (BWV 140), also known as Sleepers Awake. 7:30–9 p.m., EMU Honors College, 511 W. Forest Ave., Ypsi. Tickets $20 (seniors, military, & first responders, $18; students, $12) at beyondchoir.org & at the door. (734) 203–0753, [email protected].

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    “Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company

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    Every Wed.–Sun., June 25–Aug. 30. (See review) Kate Thomsen directs longtime Purple Rose resident playwright Carey Crim’s comedy-drama about a group of old friends gathered to celebrate their friend Emma’s fourth wedding. Together, they revisit their memories of each of her previous three weddings to “the one.” Adult language and subject matter. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $31.50–$52.50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org, (734) 433–7673, & (if available) at the door. Discounts available.

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    Dance Showcase: Shape//Matter

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    Aug. 27 & 28. Outdoor tap, tango, hip-hop, and modern dance performances by regional dance troupes TBA. 8 p.m., Liberty Plaza, E. Liberty at S. Division. Free. shapemattershowcas.wixsite.com/shapematter.

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    Friday Night Improv: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater

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    Every Fri. Performance by 11 Non-Blondes, a house team of experienced improvisers. 8–9:30 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & $18 (if available) at the door.

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    Ferrario: Zal Gaz Grotto

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    Zal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor

    Pop, rock, and blues by this local quintet fronted by vocalist Carrie Ferrario.