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    Peter Madcat Ruth’s C.A.R.Ma Quartet: Rancho Tranquilico: Acoustic Routes

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    World-renowned veteran local harmonica wiz Peter Madcat Ruth leads this all-star ensemble in an eclectic mix of traditional and improvisational music. With tabla player John Churchville, bassist Brennan Andes, and guitarist Dan Ripke. Tonight’s show is a send-off party for Stony Lake Brewing which will be closing for business next week. 8 p.m., Stony Lake Brewing, 447 E. Michigan Ave., Saline. $25 in advance at stonylakebrewing.com & at the door. (734) 316–7919.

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    Adam Ezra Group.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Quartet from Boston, led by singer-songwriter guitarist Ezra, whose country-inflected folk-rock tunes feel uplifting even when the subject matter is dark. The group first emerged in the early 2000s and quickly garnered acclaim for their bold, insightful songwriting and interactive, high-energy live shows. Opener: Sirsy, a pop-rock and soul duo from Upstate New York. $35.

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    “La Rondine (The Swallow)”: U-M Voice & Opera Department

    “La Rondine (The Swallow)”: U-M Voice & Opera Department
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    November 5–8. U-M opera students, accompanied by the University Symphony Orchestra, perform Puccini’s bittersweet love story about a French courtesan and an idealistic young man who offers an alternative to her life of excess. Sung in Italian, English supertitles. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), and 2 p.m. (Sun.), Power Center. Tickets $29–$35 (students, $16) in advance at smtd.umich.edu & at the door. (734) 615–3204. tickets.smtd.umich.edu/6978/6979

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    Airplane Weather.: The Arboretum

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    The Arboretum 984 E. Michigan Ave., Saline

    Kalamazoo indie rock band. Openers: the Grand Rapids garage rock band The Westside, the Detroit-area indie grunge band Baits, and the bluesy Kalamazoo rock ‘n’ roll band Bold Bluffs.

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    Medicine Men.: Zal Gaz Grotto

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    Zal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor

    This local dance quintet plays classic R&B and Motown. With vocalist Terry Samuels, guitarist Pete Bullard, keyboardist Andy Adamson, bassist Doug Katchorek, and drummer Mike Moneart. They are backed by the Westside Girls, the vocal duo of Cheryl McIntire and Carol Shaw. 

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    Ellyeahdehd.: Ziggy’s

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    Ziggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Local garage punk and psychedelic rock trio that tonight celebrates the release of a new album, Colorable. Openers: the Detroit harcore band EKG, the Detroit rock ’n’ roll quintet The Lucid Furs, and Carmel Liburdi, a local folk-rock singer-songwriter.

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    “Bastard”: Purple Rose Theatre Company

    “Bastard”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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    Every Wed.–Sun., Sept. 24–Dec. 20, except Nov. 26. Rhiannon Ragland directs retired Detroit newscaster and playwright Devin Scillian’s family comedy-drama about a conflict between brothers—an aging country rocker and a buttoned-down finance guy—after their mother’s death. Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sun.), & 3 p.m. (Sat. & Wed.). 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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    Deer & Elk.: The Ranch

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    The Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    Lansing duo that specializes in classic country covers. 8:30 p.m.

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    Bill Edwards and David Starr.: North Star Lounge

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

    Double bill. Edwards is a local country singer-songwriter whose songs have been covered by the likes of Lee Roy Parnell and T. Graham Brown. Starr is a blues-based Americana singer songwriter from western Colorado who has collaborated with John Oates, among others. 9–10:15 p.m. $25.

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    “Michigan Twang: Americana & Country Music Showcase.”: Blind Pig

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    Blind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    With Payton & Annabelle, a West Michigan alt-folk duo known for their intimate harmonies and confessional lyrics, and Maria and the Coins, a Minneapolis-based indie pop-rock band, led by big-voiced singer Maria Coyne, that’s known its earnest alt-rock–inspired pop anthems. $14

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    Jason Jamerson: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase

    Jason Jamerson: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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    Nov. 5–7. Rising, versatile Detroit native with an amusing, wide-ranging act covering diverse topics, from attending a birthday party thrown by overly religious relatives to his annoyance at weed smokers. Opening act TBA. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 (Thurs., $15) at aacomedy.com & (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.

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    “13: The Musical”: U-M Basement Arts

    “13: The Musical”: U-M Basement Arts
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    Nov. 6 & 7. This U-M student theater troupe performs Dan Elish and Robert Horn’s 2008 coming-of-age Broadway musical about a young Jewish boy who moves to a sleepy Indiana town from NYC following his parents’ divorce. Desperate to fit in as he navigates the social hierarchies of his new middle school, he sets out to win friends by turning his Bar Mitzvah into the coolest party ever. 7 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 11 p.m. (Fri.), U-M Walgreen Drama Center, Newman Studio, 1226 Murfin. Free. instagram.com/basement_arts.

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    “Original A2 Turkey Trot”: Epic Races

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    Chip-timed 5K, 10K, and “Iron Turkey” (both 5K and 10K) races around Hudson Mills Metropark. Also, a family-friendly “Mashed Potato Mile” fun run and various races for kids 12 & under. 5-deep awards in 5-year age divisions. Finisher’s medals, awards, T-shirts, race photos. 9 a.m. (registration begins at 7:45 a.m.), Hudson Mills Metropark, 8801 North Territorial, Dexter. $45 & up (fun run, $35; other kids races, free) in advance only at a2turkeytrot.com; prices increase after Oct. 31. Metroparks pass or $10 vehicle entry fee required. Nonperishable food and fresh produce donations accepted for Food Gatherers. (734) 585–7101.

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    Ypsi Flea Market

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    Show and sale of vintage items ranging from the early 1930s to the 90s, featuring clothing, jewelry, furniture, records, and more. Concessions. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Ypsilanti Freighthouse, 100 Market Pl., Ypsi. Free admission & parking. [email protected], facebook.com/ypsifleaswap. 

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    Elemental Ecstatic Dance

    Elemental Ecstatic Dance
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    Every Sun. Dancers of all ages and abilities invited for free-form dancing to a variety of recorded music, from EDM to classical and ambient to world music. Wear loose clothes, barefoot or stocking feet. 10:45 a.m.–1 p.m., A2 Yoga, 2030 Commerce. $20 (age 11 & under, free) cash or Venmo (@andjru) at the door only. tinyurl.com/ecstatic-dance-a2.  

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    “It Takes a Village”: First Presbyterian Church

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    Talk about assisting people coming home from prison by former Detroit city council chair Charles Pugh. Formerly incarcerated, he is now the director of reentry support nonprofit Nation Outside. 11 a.m.–noon, First Presbyterian Church Lewis Rm., 1432 Washtenaw Ave. Free. [email protected], nationoutside.org.