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    “Ghost in the Machine”: 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. 

    Oct. 4: “Ghost in the Machine” (Valerie Veatch, 2026). Exhilarating, opinionated documentary that explores the dark history of AI, tracing its roots to eugenics. The Wrap calls it a “radical, necessary Molotov cocktail.” 2:30 p.m.

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    “Adore Him: He Is Here”: Fathom Entertainment

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    (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. 4–8: “Adore Him: He Is Here” (Don Johnson, 2026). Religious docudrama about Eucharistic adoration. 4:30 p.m. (Sun. only) & 6 p.m. Cinemark only.

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    “Adore Him: He Is Here”: Fathom Entertainment

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    (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. 4–8: “Adore Him: He Is Here” (Don Johnson, 2026). Religious docudrama about Eucharistic adoration. 4:30 p.m. (Sun. only) & 6 p.m. Cinemark only.

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    “The Last Picture Shows”: 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. 

    Oct. 4: “The Last Picture Shows” (Rustin Thompson, 2026). The filmmaker travels through the American West in search of what was once the center of small-town life: the movie theater. 6 p.m.

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    “Twin Peaks Season 2”: 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. 

    “Twin Peaks Season 2” (David Lynch, 1990). Screenings of season 2 of this groundbreaking surreal prime-time television show begin tonight, as idiosyncratic FBI agent Dale Cooper continues to investigate the murder of high school student Laura Palmer. Episodes 2–9 screen Sept. 13, 20, 27 & Oct. 4. 7 p.m.

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    “Twin Peaks Season 2: Episodes 8 & 9”: 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. 

    Oct. 4: “Twin Peaks Season 2: Episodes 8 & 9” (David Lynch, 1990). Screenings of the most highly rated episodes of season 2 of this surreal prime-time television show continue, as idiosyncratic FBI agent Dale Cooper deepens his investigation of the murder of high school student Laura Palmer. 7 p.m.

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    “Donnie Darko”: Fathom Entertainment

    “Donnie Darko”: Fathom Entertainment
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    (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. 2–4: “Donnie Darko” (Richard Kelly, 2001). Jake Gyllenhaal stars in this dark, original, and somewhat incoherent psychological sci-fi thriller about a hallucinating teen. Maggie Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore. 7:30 p.m. Cinemark only.

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    AI and Mental Health Conference 2026: U-M Institute for Data & AI in Society

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    A day of panel discussions, talks, and interactive discussions open to anyone interested in the future of AI and mental health. Speakers include American Psychological Association senior director of health care innovation Vaile Wright, Slingshot AI head of research Caitlin Stamatis, and others TBA. Michigan Union, Rogel Ballroom, 530 S State St. Free; preregistration required at midas.umich.edu/events/aimh-conference-2026.

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    “Adore Him: He Is Here”: Fathom Entertainment

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    (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. 4–8: “Adore Him: He Is Here” (Don Johnson, 2026). Religious docudrama about Eucharistic adoration. 4:30 p.m. (Sun. only) & 6 p.m. Cinemark only.

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    “Adore Him: He Is Here”: Fathom Entertainment

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    (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. 4–8: “Adore Him: He Is Here” (Don Johnson, 2026). Religious docudrama about Eucharistic adoration. 4:30 p.m. (Sun. only) & 6 p.m. Cinemark only.

  • Nightspots

    Paul Keller Orchestra.: Zal Gaz Grotto

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    Zal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor

    Award-winning 14-piece big band led by bassist Keller and featuring vocalist Sarah D’Angelo and occasional guest vocalists. Also, each week features a middle set by a guest college or high school student ensemble.

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    “Adore Him: He Is Here”: Fathom Entertainment

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    (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. 4–8: “Adore Him: He Is Here” (Don Johnson, 2026). Religious docudrama about Eucharistic adoration. 4:30 p.m. (Sun. only) & 6 p.m. Cinemark only.

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    Monthly Movie Night: Ann Arbor Ski & Social Club

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    Red Robin, 3797 Carpenter Rd and Cinemark, 4100 Carpenter Rd, Ypsilanti

    Join the Ann Arbor Ski & Social Club for Happy Hour and a movie. Meet at 5 pm at Red Robin for Happy Hour and discuss which film is best to see. Then we head across the street for a $5 movie at Cinemark Ann Arbor 20 IMAX. Members and guests welcome.

    https://a2skiclub.org/event-6466936?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=9/10/2026

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    “Adore Him: He Is Here”: Fathom Entertainment

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    (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. 4–8: “Adore Him: He Is Here” (Don Johnson, 2026). Religious docudrama about Eucharistic adoration. 4:30 p.m. (Sun. only) & 6 p.m. Cinemark only.

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    “The History of Concrete”: 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. 

    Oct. 3 & 6: “The History of Concrete” (John Wilson, 2026). Following the finale of his acclaimed HBO series How To with John Wilson, the filmmaker looks to his beloved New York City for inspiration, setting out to make the definitive documentary on concrete. 6:30 p.m. (Sat. & Tues.)

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    “Cure”: 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. 

    Oct. 6: “Cure” (Kiyoshi Kurosawa, 1997). A string of shocking, seemingly unmotivated murders—each committed by a different person yet bearing the same grisly hallmarks—leads a detective into a labyrinthine investigation. Japanese, subtitles. 7 p.m.

  • Community Listing

    The Power of Referrals: ZingTrain

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    3728 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.

    https://www.zingtrain.com/event/the-power-of-referrals/

    $95