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    “Swift Nights Out”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance

    “Swift Nights Out”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
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    Sept. 11–13. All invited to view chimney swifts gathering at dusk and count them as they enter their roosts in a spectacular swirling tornado of birds. Participants choose a known roosting location and report back to WBNA organizers. Part of a national effort to monitor the migration of this bird species and learn its favorite chimneys for overnight roosting. 8 p.m. until the last swift descends into its chimney. Various locations, preregistration required at washtenawbna.org/events. Free.

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    “Hollywood to Michigan Comedy Night”: HOMES Campus

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    Stand-up comedy sets hosted by bubbly Detroit comedian Toi Toy. The lineup features West Coast–based comedian & actor Elijah Howard, former elementary school teacher Eileen Nolton, and Detroit comedian Mike Chase. 8–10 p.m., 112 Jackson Plz. Free. homescampus.com/campusevents.

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    “Femme Feedback” Comedy Night: Bløm Mead + Cider

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    A variety of women and trans comics try out new material with a veteran comic presiding to offer feedback. 8–10 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.

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    Rainbow Girls.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    This Sonoma County (CA) trio is known for combining idealistic lyrics, crack guitar work, and startling vocal harmonies. They were crowd favorites at the Ann Arbor Folk Festival back in 2020, and a Glide reviewer calls them “a gang of sweet angels punching you in the heart.” Opener: Jordan Smart, a Kentucky based folk-rock singer-songwriter. $29.  

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    The Machine.: Mash (Ypsilanti)

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    Mash (Ypsilanti) 400 W. River, Ypsilanti

    Pop, rock, and punk dance tunes by this local quartet featuring 2 former Bluescasters, guitarist Phil Ryski and bassist Doug Wolgat, along with drummer Rocky Di Iacovo and singer Aubrey Selaty.

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    The Switchbacks.: Zal Gaz Grotto

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    Zal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor

    Local hard-rocking country and blues quintet fronted by vocalist Janet Benson.

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    Pillow Princess.: Ziggy’s

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

    Solo local indie rock singer-songwriter. Openers: the local indie rock band Claire Kay, the Detroit indie rock band Kind of Animal, and the Detroit-area alt-rock band Dono Econo.

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    Ken Kozora Quartet: Rancho Tranquilico

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    Barn concert by this local world fusion ensemble led by multi-instrumentalist Kozora, a veteran local jazz luminary. With saxophonist/flutist Paul Vornhagen, percussionist Enrique “Kito” Pardo, and guitarist Robert Spalding Newcomb. BYOB and a chair. No tobacco products or pets. 8 p.m. (doors, 7:30 p.m.), 11300 Island Lake Rd., Dexter. Parking is in neighboring Ruhlig’s Country Market driveway. $20 payable via Venmo: kenkozoramusic or PayPal: kennethkozorapay. Preregistration required; space limited. (734) 223–2321, [email protected].

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    Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center

    Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center
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    Every Fri. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner or experience required. Wear comfortable low-grip/tread shoes. Preceded at 7 & 8 p.m. by hour-long lessons. Followed by a “late-night blues-&-fusion” dance. The 1st Friday of each month is free, and the 3rd Friday includes a Charleston lesson. 9–11 p.m., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. $5 (students, $4). riversidearts.org/riverside-swings.

  • The Burning Brain Band.: Ann Arbor Funhouse

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    Ann Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann Arbor

    Columbus, Ohio–based band that plays a throwback style of heavy psych-rock in the vein of Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, and early Rush. Openers: the Detroit-area psychedelic-garage trio Simulation, the Ypsi experimental psychedelic band Confusion Reactor, and the Ypsi postpunk garage rock band Basket Case.

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    Toed.: Blind Pig

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    Blind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    Detroit funk-rock jam band. Opener: Mild Pulp, a Detroit-area nostalgic indie rock band, and Sugar Sharp, a Detroit pop-rock band. $20.

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    “Disc Golf Glow Night”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission

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    All invited to play disc golf with illuminated course baskets. Bring your own glow discs, glow tape, and glow lights. 9–11:45 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.

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    “Club Mug Variety Show”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater

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    New monthly improv comedy show hosted by local improv troupe The Mug Boys, with rotating guest performers TBA. Opener: Local improvisers Good Time Machine. 9:30–10:30 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & $18 (if available) at the door.

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    “Run Woodstock”: RF Events

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    Runs from 5 to 100 miles along mainly single-track trails through Pinckney Recreation Area and beyond. Awards for top finishers. The 100 mile & 100K runs start at 2 p.m. on Friday, but most races start today. Overnight camping available, with live pop, rock, & Americana music on a stage at the camp on Friday by Jake Maltby and on Saturday by Stereo Babe, Easy Now, Spur 9, AJ Lynn Band, and the Fungi’s. Entry fee includes a finisher’s medal, post-race refreshments, concerts, and more. 6 a.m. (50-mile & 50K), 7:30 a.m. (26- and 13-mile), & 8 a.m. (5-mile), 20120 Bartell, Gregory. $25 (weekend pass), $29 (1-mile, kids dash), $52 (5-mile), and up to $295 (100-mile) at runwoodstock.com. (734) 929–9027, [email protected].