Events
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Observer Editor
Drop-in Improv Games: Ypsi Improv
MoreOct. 6, 10, 17, 24, & 31. All age 16 & up invited to learn about and participate in improv games in a fun, relaxed, and judgment-free setting. No experience necessary. The Oct. 17 meeting is followed by an hour-long skills session discussing and practicing a specific improv skill. 7–9 p.m. (Tues.) & 2–4 p.m. (Sat.), Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Tickets $8 (Oct. 17, $15) in advance via PayPal or Venmo linked from meetup.com/ypsi-improv or in cash at the door.
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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
MoreEvery Tues. Singers of all ages and genders invited to join rehearsals of this award-winning a cappella chorus. 7–8:45 p.m., First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4001 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free to visitors; dues for those who join. (734) 796–7467, [email protected], hvharmonizers.org.
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Ann Arbor Camera Club
MoreOct. 6 & 20. Club members share their projected digital slides (Oct. 6) and prints (Oct. 20) on various topics, including this month’s assignment, “Impressionistic/Surrealist.” Also, on Oct. 6, club member Charlie Unbehaun presents photos from an Alpine motorcycle tour, a Danube cruise, and a visit to northern Italy; and on Oct. 20, club member Dietmar Haenchen shares photos of Havana, Trinidad, Cienfuegos, and the Cuban countryside, along with reflections and stories. Guests asked to arrive 15 minutes early. 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 2nd fl., 1501 W. Liberty (use rear entrance). Free. [email protected], annarborcameraclub.org.
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Observer Editor
Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
MoreEvery Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no complicated steps, and no partner or experience needed. Bring clean, flat, nonslip shoes. First-timers asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse. Suggested donation $8–$12 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). (734) 665–7704, aactmad.org/english-country.
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FreeObserver Editor
Women’s A Cappella Chorus Rehearsal: Voices in Harmony
MoreEvery Tues. Women singers invited to join a rehearsal of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–9:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile, Ypsi. Free to visitors (dues for those who join). (734) 765–3611, [email protected], voicesinharmonychorus.org.
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FreeObserver Editor
Opera Faculty Recital: U-M Music School
MoreU-M voice faculty perform works by Bizet, Bolcom, Donizetti, Karamanov, Strauss, and Verdi. 7:30 p.m., U-M Moore Bldg., Britton Recital Hall, 1100 Baits. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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FreeObserver Editor
Scandinavian Music Jam with Jaerv
MoreAll acoustic musicians invited to jam with the members of this award-winning Swedish traditional music quintet, which appears at the Ark tomorrow night (see Nightspots). Jaerv’s members play fiddle, nyckelharpa, drums, guitar, and flute. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a potluck dinner. Listeners welcome. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Gretchen’s House, 2340 Oak Valley Dr. Free. [email protected], jaerv.com.
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FreeObserver Editor
Contemporary Directions Ensemble: U-M Music School
MoreJayce Ogren directs this music grad student ensemble in modern and contemporary works, including Gabriela Lena Frank’s Four Folk Songs, Huang Ruo’s Chamber Concerto No. 3, Zosha Di Castri’s Phonotopographie, Ligeti’s Aventures, and local composer Michael Daugherty’s This Land Sings. 8 p.m., U-M Walgreen Drama Center, Stamps Auditorium, 1226 Murfin. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Nightspots
The Bad Plus.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborVeteran Minneapolis modern jazz-fusion ensemble that has won critical acclaim over the years for their daring live shows, innovative groove-oriented sound, and willingness to buck conventional trends. It comes to town on a farewell tour with the latest, piano-less, incarnation of the band, featuring guitarist Ben Monder and saxophonist Chris Speed joining founding members bassist Reid Anderson and drummer Dave King. $35.
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Nightspots
Jazz Jam Session.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiWith local jazz players TBA.
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Nightspots
Congress The Band.: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborAll ages. Anthemic indie rock with country-folk and Southern-rock influences by this up-and-coming South Carolina band known for their high-energy live shows. Note: Oct. 6 is sold out. $30.
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Nightspots
Jacob Hart Piano Duo.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborEnsemble led by this award-winning 17-year-old Detroit pianist.
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Community Listing
The Power of Referrals: ZingTrain
More3728 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor, MI
A Conversation with Fred Reichheld, creator of the Net Promoter Score, hosted by Ari Weinzweig
Calling all leaders and lifelong learners! We’re excited to welcome Fred Reichheld — bestselling author, Bain Fellow, and creator of the Net Promoter Score — for a breakfast conversation with Zingerman’s own Ari Weinzweig. Your ticket includes:
A lively conversation between Fred and Ari on referrals, loyalty, and what really drives sustainable growth; A digital copy of Fred’s brand-new Harvard Business Review article on the power of customer referrals; Breakfast; and a Q&A
Don’t miss this rare chance to hear from the man The Economist calls the “high priest” of loyalty, in conversation with a business leader who’s been living it for over 40 years.
Seats are limited, so reserve your spot soon.
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Observer Editor
Mark “Mr. B” Braun: A2 Society for Musical Arts
MoreBraun, a world-renowned local blues pianist and an exuberant performer, plays from his repertoire, which includes both boogie-woogie and blues classics, along with originals in the same vein. Followed by a meet-the-artist lunch. 10:30 a.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $20 (lunch & concert, $40) in advance at annarborsma.org & at the door. Lunch reservations required by calling (734) 995–4417. annarborsma.org.
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FreeObserver Editor
“A2Zero Farmers Market Tour”: Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations
MoreCity staff share tips and tricks for how to make the most of the market, from parking to climate-friendly foods. 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Farmers Market Pavilion, Kerrytown. Free, preregistration required at a2zeroeats.eventbrite.com.
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Observer Editor
Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm, including wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. For an extra charge on Sat. & Sun., an apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available. Cider & donuts available. Also, on Oct. 3 & 4, local artisans & crafters sell their items at the Craft Show Weekend, and on Oct. 24, young entrepreneurs sell homemade items at the Kids Market (noon–4 p.m.). No pets. 11 a.m.–6 p.m., 5565 Merritt (east of Carpenter), Ypsi. Weekend admission: $27.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies under 2, free), online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.
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FreeObserver Editor
Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
MoreEvery Fri., Sat., & Wed. 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. (Fri. & Wed.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Free. [email protected].
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FreeObserver Editor
Noon Lecture Series (Oct. 14 Canceled): Kempf House Museum
MoreOct. 7: “The History of the Argus Camera Company.” Talk by Argus board president Bob Kelly. (See Oct. 8 for the Argus Fall Conference). CANCELED: Oct. 14: “Finding a Cache of Historical Recipes.” Ann Arbor historian Susan Wineberg discusses how a chance find of a Black cook’s hand-written personal recipes from the 1930s–1950s led to their publication by the U-M Press. Oct. 21: “The Women of the Kahn Family, A Quiet Dignity.” Carol Rose Kahn, granddaughter of Hill Auditorium and Burton Tower architect Albert Kahn, shares stories of Albert’s niece, an internationally known chess player; his sister, founder of a blueprinting company; and other women ancestors. Noon–1 p.m., Kempf House, 312 S. Division. Free; donations accepted. (734) 994–4898, kempfhousemuseum.org.
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Observer Editor
“Bastard”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun., Sept. 24–Dec. 20. 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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Observer Editor
“Così fan tutte”: Fathom Entertainment
More(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline).
Oct. 3 & 7: “Così fan tutte.” Live (Sat.) and prerecorded (Wed.) broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera production of Mozart’s comic opera, a rare blend of high-spirited farce with psychological acuity and emotional depth. This production sets the story—about 2 soldiers who decide to test their sweethearts’ faithfulness by wooing them disguised as foreigners—in a carnivalesque environment inspired by 1950s Coney Island. Italian, subtitles. 1 p.m. $24.
