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    Billy Gunther & The Midwest Riders.: Ziggy’s

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

    Flint band, led by singer-guitarist Gunther, that plays a high-energy mix of country, southern-rock, and blues. Openers: local country & rock singer-guitarists Blaine Luise, Bleau Otis, and Kevin Rousse.

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    “Total Recall”: Michigan Theater

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    Film screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and U.S. veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar. 

    Sept. 3: “Total Recall” (Paul Verhoeven, 1990). Sci-fi action film based on a Philip K. Dick story about a construction worker who receives an implanted memory of a fantastical adventure on Mars, but soon finds the adventure bleeding into his real life. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sharon Stone. 8 p.m.

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    “Pop-Up Comedy”: Don’t Tell Comedy Show

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    Both the lineup of stand-up comics and the location are not revealed until the day of the show. Age 21+. Drinks for sale. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. 8 p.m., Northside outdoor location. Tickets $30 in advance only at donttellcomedy.com/cities/ann-arbor.

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    Greek.: Blind Pig

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    Blind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    All ages. The stage name of Michael Davie, a young Virginia indie pop singer-songwriter known for his lo-fi crooning anthems that incorporate elements of soul and R&B. Marvin magazine calls his sound “reminiscent of James Blake and Frank Ocean with a little Leonard Cohen thrown in.” Opener: Paco. $29.

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    The Pherotones.: Last Word

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    Last Word 301 W. Huron, Ann Arbor

    A 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

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    Tap Room 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    All musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.

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    2026 Saline Community Fair

    2026 Saline Community Fair
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    Sept. 2–6. Old-fashioned community fair featuring agricultural and craft exhibits, carnival rides every day (open at 4 p.m. weekdays, 1 p.m. weekends), and a variety of special events, including a dog of the year contest (winners announced 5:30 p.m. Fri.), touch a truck (10 a.m. Thurs.), an instrument petting zoo (11 a.m.–1 p.m. Thurs.) led by members of the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, a talent show (6:30 p.m. Fri.), a rodeo (7 p.m. Fri.), the USA Auto Cross Championship Derby (7 p.m. Sun.), livestock shows & auctions, tractor & draft horse pulls, a reptile show, a euchre tournament, and more. Live music includes popular Michigan-based a cappella comedy & music quartet Three Men and a Tenor (6 p.m. Sat.), renowned touring student fiddle ensemble the Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic (3 p.m. Sun.), and more. See salinefair.org for complete schedule. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. (Wed.–Sat.) & 10 a.m.–9 p.m. (Sun.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $5 (Wed.) & $10 (Thurs.–Sun.). Ride armbands $22–$25. [email protected].

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    “Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History

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    Every Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens. The newest program lets participants try out simulated snake senses (sight, hearing, and smell) to experience the world as if they were a snake. No live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.

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    U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater

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    Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. T. Rex (noon) describes the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history (includes scenes of dinosaur violence); The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 p.m.) explores the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own; and Tales of the Maya Skies (2 p.m.) immerses viewers in the wonders of Mayan science, examining how Mayan scholars developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics. Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., 1105 North University. $9 at the gift shop. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org.

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    Mary Ann Kirt.: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Pop-folk and indie rock originals by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

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    U-M Field Hockey

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    Match vs. Kent State. The U-M also has home matches this month against Vermont (Sept. 6, 2 p.m.) and California (Sept. 11, 5 p.m.). 5 p.m., Ocker Field, 1202 S. State. Free. (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com.

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    Myke Grayshaw.: The Ranch

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    The Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    Country covers by this Detroit-area singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.

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    Friday Night Music at Lake Forest Golf Club: Lake Forest Golf Club

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    3110 W. Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor

    Friday night plans? We’ve got you covered. 🎶

    Join us at Lake Forest this Friday for live music with Louis Johnson on piano and Gary Scheer on bass, playing from 5–8 PM.

    Come for dinner, grab a drink, settle in by the firetables and enjoy a relaxing evening of live music with friends and family.

    🍽️ Freshly prepared food from Chef Blake Reetz
    🔥 Firetables & outdoor seating
    🎶 Live music | 5–8 PM
    🌅 Great food, good company & a Lake Forest sunset

    Friday, September 4 | 5–8 PM
    📍 3110 W. Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor
    📞 Reservations encouraged: 734-994-8580 ext. 2

    www.lakeforestgc.com

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    “Silent Disco”: Ann Arbor District Library

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    Dance party with tunes spun by local electronic musician Ki5 and transmitted to dancers’ headphones (provided). 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.