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“Acid and Anthems”: Zion Lutheran Church
MoreTalk by pastor Rob Zahn about his book, Acid and Anthems: How Psychedelic Seekers Became Jesus People and Their Music Became Contemporary Christian Music. 11:45 a.m., 1501 W. Liberty. Free. robzahn.com.
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Critter House Open Hours: Leslie Science & Nature Center
MoreEvery Sat. & Sun. A chance to view LSNC birds of prey and its Critter House animals, which include frogs, turtles, snakes, and other species native to Michigan. Noon–3 p.m., 1831 Traver. $5 suggested donation. (734) 997–1553, lesliesnc.org.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
MoreEvery Thurs. & Mon. Play open to all skill levels age 18 & up, both ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.) and non-sanctioned (Mon.). Noon–3:30 p.m. (Thurs., $9) & 12:30–3:30 p.m. (Mon., $5); $1–$2 less for AASC members. 1320 Baldwin. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
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“Trick or Treat on the River”: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation
MoreAll invited to paddle Gallup Pond in a kayak or canoe to enjoy the fall colors and gather candy from costumed characters at stops along the way. Paddlers encouraged to come in costume and bring a candy collection bag. Kids must be at least one year old. Also, lawn games in the park. Call ahead or check web page if rain is forecasted. Last boat leaves dock at 3 p.m. Noon–4 p.m., Gallup Park canoe livery, 3000 Fuller. $25 per boat (or use your own boat). No preregistration. (734) 794–6240, a2gov.org/parks-and-recreation/events. [highlight in pink – notable event]
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“Creature Encounters & Adult Open Hours”: The Creature Conservancy
MoreFri. Oct. 2 & 16 and every Sat. & Sun. (See review) During the Friday Adult Open Hours (age 18+ only), conservancy staffers show some animals that live in the rainforest, including a two-toed sloth, a Dumeril’s boa, an iguana, and a red-footed tortoise at 7:30 p.m. On Sat. & Sun., staffers show a two-toed sloth, a Dumeril’s boa, and an iguana at 1 & 4 p.m., and a red-footed tortoise at 2 & 3 p.m. All tickets include a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. 7–9 p.m. (Fri.) and noon–5 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $15 (kids ages 2–12, $13; under age 2, free) cash or credit at the door only. (734) 929–9324, thecreatureconservancy.org.
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Open Board Games: Sylvan Factory
MoreEvery Sun. All invited to play one of a wide variety of board games in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Instruction provided. Also, on Oct. 4, game playtesting with Michigame Design Lab (2 p.m.), during which players are invited to try out new board & card games from local designers Bruce Bielawa & Joe Hopkins and provide feedback. Noon–6 p.m., 2459 W. Stadium. Free. sylvanfactory.com.
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“Reopening Celebration Weekend”: U-M Museum of Art
MoreOct. 10 & 11. After an 8-month renovation, UMMA’s Alumni Memorial Hall reopens with art-making activities (noon–5 p.m. both days), a discussion with renowned social-practice artist and MacArthur Fellow Rick Lowe (1 p.m. Sat.), whose exhibit Black Wall Street Journey: Re and De Imagining Black Progress occupies the Taubman I Gallery until January (see Galleries), as well as guided tours (on the hour, 1–5 p.m., both days) through the building. Noon–8 p.m., 525 S. State. Free. (734) 764–0395, umma.umich.edu/visit/events.
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“Marvelous Magnets”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos
MoreEvery Sat. & Sun., except Oct. 3 & 4. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo for age 5 & up that explores magnetism, magnetic fields, and what they have to do with everyday life. 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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Highlights Tour: Art, Architecture and Renewal: University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA)
More525 South State Street, Ann Arbor
After an eight-month renovation, experience UMMA and Alumni Memorial Hall with fresh eyes!
Go behind the scenes to uncover the building’s history, learn how its historic marble floors were renovated, and explore Holly Bass’s “We Hold These Truths” and Rick Lowe’s “Black Wall Street Journey”.🗓️ Sunday, October 11th
⏰ 1-2 PM
📍UMMA
🎟️ Free & open to the public
🔗 RSVP here: https://umma.umich.edu/events/umma-highlights-tour-art-architecture-and-renewal/Plenty of reasons to stop by and see what we’ve done with the place. This event is a part of UMMA’s Re-opening Celebration Weekend. 🎉
https://umma.umich.edu/events/umma-highlights-tour-art-architecture-and-renewal/
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Drop-in Knitting: Spun
MoreEvery Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.) & 1–3 p.m. (Sun.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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“Chesstastic”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAdults and kids age 5 & up invited to drop in and play chess. All skill levels welcome. Instruction not provided. Chess sets provided. 1–3 p.m., AADL Traverwood. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
MoreEvery 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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“Mad Luck Club Mah-jongg Hang”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MoreAll invited to play mah-jongg in a friendly, relaxed setting. No experience required. Instruction and tiles provided. 1–4 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. Free. heardotsay.com.
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“Tinkered Toy Box”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreA chance for adults & teens to modify toys to make them more accessible for children with disabilities. 1–4 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Sharon Mills Open House Tour”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
MoreDocent-led tour of historic building and grounds along the River Raisin, which includes a hydroelectric generator that was one of many southeast Michigan facilities that comprised Henry Ford’s Village Industry project. 1–5 p.m., Sharon Mills County Park, 5701 Sharon Hollow Rd., Manchester. Free. (734) 971–6337.
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“Found Footage Shorts”: Michigan Theater
MoreFilm 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.
Oct. 11: “Found Footage Shorts.” Program of found footage shorts chronicling the history of the genre. 1:30 p.m.
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CANCELLED: “Family & Politics”: Braver Angels Alliance of Washtenaw County and Interfaith Roudtable
MoreZion Lutheran Church 1501 West Liberty - Piper Room, Ann Arbor MI 48103
This event has been cancelled.
Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships.
If you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs, this in-person workshop will offer you:
Insight into why family differences over politics are uniquely challenging
Recognition of common roles that family members play in political conversations
Strategies and skills for handling family political differences in a constructive wayFree -
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Sunday Drop-in Tour: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
MoreEvery Sun., except Oct. 4. Docent-led tours exploring surprising highlights of the museum’s collection in “What’s Around the Corner?” (Oct. 11); various everyday ancient Egyptian artifacts in “Walk with an Egyptian” (Oct. 18); and objects related to death, burial, and the afterlife in the ancient world in “Halloween Visits to the Ancient Dead” (Oct. 25). 2–3 p.m., 434 S. State. Free. (734) 764–9304.
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Exhibition Tour: American Sampler with Jason Young: University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA)
More525 south state street, Ann Arbor
Join Professor Jason Young in a conversation about American Sampler: Activating the Archive. This research-driven, immersive exhibition in UMMA’s Vertical Gallery is a collaboration with the Joseph A. Labadie Collection of anarchism, protest, and social movements housed in the U-M Library’s Special Collections Research Center.
🗓️ Sunday, Oct. 11th
⏰ 2-3 PM
📍UMMA
🎟️ Free & open to the public.
🔗 RSVP here: https://umma.umich.edu/events/exhibition-tour-american-sampler-with-jason-young/The exhibition centers on 1950s–1970s movements for Black freedom, civil rights, and antiwar activism, clarifying the aspirations and effects as well as the violent opposition these movements encountered. American Sampler invites visitors to examine how legacies of grassroots organizing and protest in U.S. history shape the present.
https://umma.umich.edu/events/exhibition-tour-american-sampler-with-jason-young/
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“All About Multicolored Corn and Traditional Native Preparation Methods with Anishnabe Meejim”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreStaff from this Michigan-based Native American food truck and catering business discuss traditional recipes and offer samples of Native corn soup. 2–3:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.
