Events
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Heather Morris: Literati Bookstore
MoreThis New Zealand–based writer, author of the bestselling The Tattooist of Auschwitz, discusses The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse, her new historical novel, set in Nazi-occupied Paris, about a young girl who takes shelter with her piano teacher following her parents’ arrest. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. $37 (includes a copy of the book) in advance only at literatibookstore.com. (734) 585–5567. [highlight in pink – notable event]
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Dual Identities with Arthur Horwitz: Ann Arbor Jewish Book Series
More2935 Birch Hollow Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Please join us at the JCC on Thursday, October 29 from 7-8 PM to hear from Arthur Horwitz, local author of Dual Identities: Living in Meier’s Shadow.
Book Blurb
Seeking to swipe a few bucks from his mother’s wallet, Arthur Myron Horwitz discovers the iconic Holocaust image of a terrified boy. “Who’s this?” he demands to know. She insists it’s her little brother Meier, murdered by the Germans. But Arthur knows it isn’t, and challenges her. As punishment for his adolescent insolence, Arthur is saddled with the responsibility of living two lives – his and the one Meier never had. It’s a burden that shapes Arthur’s life, family and media career.
With warmth and candor, Dual Identities: Living in Meier’s Shadow boldly fills a void in Holocaust literature while removing filters previously inhibiting children of survivors from sharing their own, unvarnished growing-up-in-America stories. It also provides new insights on the impact of intergenerational trauma and timeless lessons for combating an alarming rise in national and global antisemitism.
JCC community events and programs are open to all regardless of faith or background. All are welcome.
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Jake Reichbart.: Earle
MoreEarle 121 W. Washington, Ann ArborSolo jazz guitarist. Solo jazz pianists TBA occasionally substitute.
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Andy Hendrickson: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
MoreOct. 29–31. NYC-based observational comic known for his wry sense of humor, conversational style, and “exasperated guy-next-door” persona. Opening act TBA. 7:15 p.m., 212 S. Fourth Ave. $21 (Thurs., $16) at aacomedy.com & (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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FreeObserver Editor
Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
MoreEvery Thurs. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
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Detroit Irish Music Association Seisiún
MoreEvery Thurs. All acoustic musicians invited to join members of this local chapter of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann for an informal evening playing traditional Irish music. Lessons offered. 7–9 p.m., Grace Church main bldg., 3150 Glazier Way. Free. [email protected], detroitirishmusic.org.
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Haley Johnsen.: JD’s Stage
MoreJD’s Stage 117 ½ S. Main, Chelsea, Michigan, United StatesSold out.
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Billy Gunther: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborFlint singer-guitarist that plays a high-energy mix of country, southern-rock, and blues.
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Pittsfield Open Band.: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiVeteran local ensemble that plays old-time American and Irish dance tunes.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Pitch-a-Friend Costume Party”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MoreAll 21 & over invited to give a lighthearted match-making proposal of their single friends to the crowd. Followed by mingling and games. LGBTQ+ friendly. Costumes encouraged. 7–9:30 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. Free. heardotsay.com.
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Alex Harding & Organ Nation.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborJazz organ trio led by Harding, a veteran Detroit baritone saxophonist known for his bluesy, church-steeped style.
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“A Hauntingly Musical Cabaret.”: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborHalloween show of spooky jazz and Broadway tunes by the Detroit-area ensemble of tenors Jeffrey Willets & Jay Kaplan, pianist Nick Frederick, and percussionist Jesse Gibbs.
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“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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“Things that Go Bump”: Washtenaw Community Concert Band.
MoreJ. Nick Smith directs this popular 80-piece band in a spooky program of spine-chilling music, some from Halloween-inspired movies, with works that range from David Maslanka’s Rollo Takes a Walk to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” The evening includes a fiery trumpet solo by Anderson Romero and a bevy of kazoos. The audience is invited to join the band by dressing in costume. Light refreshments follow. 7:30 p.m., WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., Towsley Auditorium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Free. wccband.org.
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Kylee Phillips.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborPop-folk singer-songwriter and pianist from Plymouth known for her intimate performing style and probingly personal lyrics. Tonight she celebrates the release of her first full length album, Before I Am Invisible, a collection of sensual, articulate, and unpretentiously therapeutic pop anthems. Opener: Robby Hecht, a mellow-voiced singer-songwriter from Nashville. $29.
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Jean Wilson & Friends.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arborazz standards by a Saline quartet fronted by singer-pianist Wilson.
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Another Grand Design.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiDetroit-area classic rock cover band. Opener: Straight Eights, a local blues-rock cover band.
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Thumb.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiDetroit-area rock cover band. Openers: Detroit-area rock acts Strength Beyond You, Building a Death Ray, and Miss Alaynius.
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The Pherotones.: Last Word
MoreLast Word 301 W. Huron, Ann ArborA wide range of jazz and jazzed-up popular music, from the 1920s to the present, by this all-star local quintet. With trumpeter Ross Huff, pianist Giancarlo Aversa, bassist Brennan Andes, violinist Jordan Adema, and drummer Wes Fritzemeier.
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Open Mic.: Tap Room
MoreTap Room 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiAll musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.
