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    Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society

    Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
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    Every 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; call ahead or check website (dues for those who join). (734) 796–7467, [email protected], hvharmonizers.org.

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    U-M Men’s Soccer

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    Match vs. Indiana. The U-M also has a home match this month against Oakland (Sept. 29, 7 p.m.). 7 p.m., U-M Soccer Stadium, 2250 S. State. $9–$13 (groups of 10 or more, $3 each; kids 5 & under, free). (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com.

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    Chain Reaction.: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Ypsi psychedelic blues-rock band.

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    Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance

    Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
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    Every 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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    “Breaking Traditions”: U-M Concert Band

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    Courtney Snyder directs this music student ensemble in works by contemporary composers, including Cindy McTee’s Charles Ives–inspired symphonic movement “The Unanswered Question,” Adrian Wong’s dizzying 2024 piece Space Jump, Felicia Sandler’s ode to working women Rosie the Riveter, and Óscar Navarro’s musical tribute to Latin American independence leaders Libertadores. Also, the world premiere of a new piece by University of Florida music professor José Ruiz-Resto. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. (734) 764–2538.

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    Pure Prairie League.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    Pioneering country-rock band from Ohio who first broke out in 1975 with their hit single “Amie,” a song that bridged the radio pop of the day with more traditional American roots music. Known for their lush harmonies, fingerpicking guitar, and driving rhythms, the group has been credited as a major influence on everyone from Counting Crows to Keith Urban and Wilco. “Though the band’s membership has changed hands, literally 50 times in its 55-year existence, the current line-up did a stellar job keeping alive the sound and energy,” writes WCBN’s Vicki Honeyman (aka Sashay Delmonico) in a review of a sold-out concert at the Ark last year. “This is 1970s-based country rock at its best.”

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    Shwayze.: Blind Pig

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    Blind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    All ages. Popular California rapper known for his beachy vibe and laid-back fusion of hip-hop, reggae-rock, and alt-pop. $35.

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    Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet

    Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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    Every Sun., Tues., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. Dozer Coffee (7 a.m. Tues. & 8 a.m. Sun.), 112 Jackson Plz., (734) 929–9022 & Fleet Feet (7 p.m. Wed.), 123 E. Liberty, (734) 769–5016. Free. fleetfeetsemichigan.com.

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

    “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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    Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards

    Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
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    Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 12–Nov. 21; and Wed.–Fri., Sept. 16–Oct. 30. 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 and donuts available. Also, on Sept. 12 & 13, the season opens with a food truck rally, and on Sept. 19 & 20, view classic cars at the Fall Car & Jeep Show. 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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    “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde”: Kempf House Museum

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    Theater historian Kevin Peshick discusses the evolution of stage productions of Robert Louis Stevenson’s spine-tingling short story, from the theaters of Victorian London to the opera houses of Michigan. Noon–1 p.m., 312 S. Division. Free; donations accepted. (734) 994–4898, kempfhousemuseum.org.

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    MI Postcards for Patriots

    MI Postcards for Patriots
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    Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30. All invited to drop-in to volunteer to help turn out the vote for the November 2026 election by writing postcards and other activities. 1–3 p.m., York Food & Drink, 1928 Packard. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. [email protected], equalityingov.org.

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    “Bastard”: Purple Rose Theatre Company

    “Bastard”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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    Every 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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    “25 Years After 9/11: Reflections on the U.S. War on Terror”: U-M Ford School of Public Policy Rosenthal Lecture

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    Award-winning journalist and author Peter Bergen joins U-M public policy professors Javed Ali and Susan D. Page for a timely conversation on the attacks’ enduring impact on U.S. national security and the future of terrorism. 4–5:30 p.m., Weill Hall, Annenberg Auditorium, 735 S. State. Free. Preregistration required at fordschool.umich.edu/events. ffspp-events@umich-edu.

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    Distinguished U-M Professorship Lecture Series

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    Short talks by U-M scholars recently appointed to endowed chairs, including history professor Juan Cole on “The 1857 Indian Revolution and the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam,” internal medicine professor Kenneth Langa on “Studying Aging and Dementia in Patients and Populations,” and neuroscience professor John Jonides discusses his research into human cognition in “Paying Attention.” 4–6 p.m., Michigan League Ballroom. Free. (734) 764–0322.

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    Michigan Marching Band Practice

    Michigan Marching Band Practice
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    Every Mon.–Thurs. (except Sept. 7). The U-M’s highly disciplined 200+ member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on the new Elbel field, across the street from the old Elbel field. All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., new Elbel Field, Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.