Events
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My Brightest Diamond: University Musical Society Ypsi Freighthouse Residency
MoreA performance by Diamond, the stage name of Shara Nova, a Detroit-based multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter who plays an avant-garde blend of opera, cabaret, chamber music, and rock. Age 12 & up. 7:30 p.m., 100 Market Pl., Ypsi. Tickets $5 (additional donation appreciated) in advance at ums.org/season/2026-27-season & (if available) at the door. (734) 764–2538.
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Dan Tyminski Band.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborBluegrass ensemble led by Tyminski, the guitarist and mandolinist in Alison Krauss’s Union Station most widely known as the singing voice of George Clooney in O Brother, Where Art Thou? In recent years, Tyminski’s live shows with his band have become bluegrass fan favorites. “See the Dan Tyminski Band if they’re playing anywhere within a hundred miles of you,” writes Americana Highways.” $51.
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Jazz Jam Session.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborJazz ensemble led by veteran local drummer Pete Siers and Kenji Lee, a local saxophonist whose expressive brand of jazz draws on Japanese folk music, Western classical music, and punk.
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“Independence Lake Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Mon. Slow/moderate-paced 23-mile ride to Independence Lake on mostly dirt roads. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. (412) 302–9960.
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Weekly Rehearsal: Washtenaw Women’s Community Chorus
MoreEvery Mon., except Sept. 7. All invited to join this independent local women’s chorus to sing an eclectic program, including classical, folk, Broadway, pop, and jazz. Joshua Marzan directs. 9:30–11:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, rear ground level, 1432 Washtenaw Ave. Free to visitors ($175 per semester for those who join; partial scholarships available). [email protected].
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
MoreEvery Thurs. & Mon., except Sept. 7. 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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iNaturalist Training & Bioblitz: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
MoreAll invited to discuss citizen science efforts and learn how to use this phone app to identify and report interesting organisms you see while out in nature. Followed by a “BioBlitz,” an intense surveying session to record all the living species within a designated area led by AAPS environmental educator Coert Ambrosino. Bring water and dress for the weather. 1–4 p.m., Freeman Environmental Center, 3540 Dixboro Ln. [email protected]
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“The Coalition”: Michigan Theater
MoreFilm screenings every day. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Sept. 28: “Coalition” (Patrick Kirby, 2026). World premiere of a documentary film about the overharvesting of horseshoe crabs, whose blue blood is a critical component in the development of new drugs and vaccines. Followed by a panel discussion and Q&A with U-M chemistry professor Tim Cernak, an Eli Lilly representative, and environmentalists TBA. FREE, but preregistration requested at marquee-arts.org/calendar. Part of U-M Climate Week (see 27 Sunday Event listing). Doors open at 3:45 p.m. for a 4:30 p.m. screening.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery 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.
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“Discovering Korean Culture Through Traditional and Modern Hanbok”: Ann Arbor District Library Korea Week
MoreLocal hanbok designer Laura Park discusses this form of traditional Korean dress. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
MoreEvery Thurs., Sat., & Mon. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
MoreEvery Mon. Moderate-paced 20-mile ride to Dexter and back, often with a rest stop along the way. Riders must wear a helmet and bring water and supplies to fix a flat tire. 6 p.m. (nonmembers must come 10 minutes early to sign a club waiver), Barton Nature Area, 1010 W. Huron River Dr. Free. annarborveloclub.org.
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Open Mic: Dzanc House
MoreAll invited to share acoustic music, short stories, or poetry. Sign up on arrival. 6–8 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. dzanchouse.org.
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“The Disappearers”: Literati Book Club
MoreAll invited to join a discussion of this new novel by bestselling writer Marlon James (see 3 Thursday listing). 6 p.m., AADL Downtown, 3rd fl. Tickets $5 (can be redeemed for store credit) in advance only at literatibookstore.com. (734) 585–5567.
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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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Jean Wilson Trio.: El Limon
MoreEl Limon 2709 PlymouthJazz standards by an ensemble fronted by Saline singer-pianist Wilson.
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“The Pillagers’ Guide to Arctic Pianos”: Literati Bookstore
MoreMontana-based writer Kendra Langford Shaw, a U-M grad, discusses her new dystopian novel about a family on an arctic homestead whose neighbors dredge up a centuries-old piano, a vestige from the original homesteading expedition, when every family was required to haul a six-hundred-pound instrument as a sign of mannerly society. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567, literatibookstore.com.
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Group Runs: A2 Runners
MoreEvery Wed. & Mon. Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced 3- to 5-mile group run, followed by socializing at a downtown coffee shop. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Kerrytown Clock Tower. Preregistration requested at meetup.com/a2runners. Free. [email protected].
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Paul Keller Orchestra.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborAward-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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Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
MoreEvery Mon., except Sept. 7. Learn to dance jigs, reels, and strathspeys. All dances taught. Usually with live music by Susie Lorand, Josh Burdick, and friends. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $10 suggested donation (first-timers free). (734) 474–7299, (734) 274–0773.
