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    Reflejos Latinos: Ann Arbor District Library

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    This Detroit-area dance troupe performs a family-friendly program of traditional Latin American folk dances. 6:30–7 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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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., 1831 Traver. Free. (734) 997–1553, lesliesnc.org.   

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    “To Stay, To Stay, To Stay”: Literati Bookstore

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    Pushcart Prize–winning writer Devon Halliday discusses her debut, a literary novel about various personal entanglements in a small Appalachian college town. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.

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    U-M Volleyball

    U-M Volleyball vs. Iowa
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    U-M Volleyball vs. Iowa (7 p.m.). The U-M also has home matches this month against Oregon (Oct. 10, 7 p.m.), Nebraska (Oct. 30, 6:30 p.m.), and Indiana (Oct. 31, 7 p.m.). Crisler Center, 333 E. Stadium. $8 & $10 (groups of 10 or more, $3 each). (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com. 

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    “Euchre Change a Life!”

    “Euchre Change a Life!”
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    Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30. Five-game euchre tournament. Sign up with a partner or get paired with one by the organizers. Prizes. Food & beverages available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Haitian children via Haitian Christian Outreach. 6:30–9 p.m., HOMES Campus, 112 Jackson Plz. $15 (HOMES members, $10). [email protected], tinyurl.com/a2euchrechange. 

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    Jerry Mack & the Terraplanes.: Live

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    Live 102 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    Veteran local band led by singer-guitarist Mack that plays a mix of houserocking blues, uptown swing, soulful R&B, and roots rock, along with a few Motown songs.

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    Magic: The Gathering (MTG): Sylvan Factory

    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. Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Booster Draft.” Players take turns opening booster packs to create a 40 card deck. $25. Various times & prices, 2459 W. Stadium. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.

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    Whitney Mann.: JD’s Stage

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    JD’s Stage 117 ½ S. Main, Chelsea, Michigan, United States

    Alt-country singer-songwriter from Minnesota. 

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    Focus: Jazz.: Moonwinks Tavern

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

    Jazz favorites by the trio of pianist Jeff Fessler, bassist Will van Kampen, and saxophonist Jeff Kopmanis.

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    The Nitpickers.: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Ypsi ensemble led by singer-guitarist John Delcamp that plays an eclectic mix of classic country and folk.

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    “Spooky Species for Adults”: The Creature Conservancy

    “Spooky Species for Adults”: The Creature Conservancy
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    Oct. 17, 23, 24, 30, & 31. Annual Halloween event to check out and learn about animals associated with the season (possibly owls, vultures, ravens, snakes, tarantulas, and rats) and hear Halloween legends tailored to adults. Donuts & cider. Age 18 & up only. 7–9 p.m., 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $40, preregistration required at thecreatureconservancy.org. (734) 929–9324.

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    Rick Burgess Trio.: Earle

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    Earle 121 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    Jazz ensemble, named after the late jazz pianist and Earle cofounder Burgess, featuring drummer Robert Warren and a rotating roster of bassists and pianists.

     

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    Rodney Whitaker Group.: Blue LLama

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    Blue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Ensemble led by MSU jazz professor Whitaker, a former member of Wynton Marsalis’ Sextet and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra.

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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 mandolinist Jason Dennie.

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    “Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards

    “Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards
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    Every Fri.–Sun. A haunted hayride, a ghostly mental asylum, and three more scary attractions, all bristling with scores of costumed monsters. Refreshments available from the Wiard’s Country Store. Recommended for ages 12 & up. 7:15–11:30 p.m., 5565 Merritt, Ypsi. Tickets $36–$65 in advance only at hauntedhousemichigan.com. (734) 390–9212.

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    “Samhain with Selkie”: Kerrytown Concert House

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    West Michigan Celtic ensemble Selkie is known for blending traditional Irish music with original close-harmony songs sung in English, Gaelic, and French. Tonight, they conjure a traditional Samhain evening, blending spooky storytelling, haunting melodies, and dark humor to celebrate the Celtic transition to the new pastoral year. 7:30 p.m., 415 N. Fourth Ave. Tickets $32–$42 (students, $20–$30) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com & (if available) at the door. (734) 769–2999.

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    Telegraph Quartet: U-M Music School

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    This acclaimed San Francisco–based chamber ensemble, currently U-M music school artists-in-residence, presents a program TBA. 7:30 p.m., U-M Walgreen Drama Center, Stamps Auditorium, 1226 Murfin. Free. (734) 763–2538.

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    Eyes of the Raven.: Rumpus Room

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    Rumpus Room 506 N. Main, Chelsea, Chelsea

    New Detroit-area Grateful Dead tribute band led by bassist Jim Rowan and guitarist Miko Fossum.