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“Alice in the Cities”: Michigan Theater
MoreFilm screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and US veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Nov. 5: “Alice in the Cities” (Wim Wenders, 1974). In Wenders’s first road movie, a German writer entrusted by a wayward mother with her young daughter tries to help the girl find her grandmother. English & German, subtitles. 8 p.m.
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Canceled: John Cowan Trio.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborCanceled.
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Hullabaloo.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborVeteran local 9-piece collective whose upbeat, energetic music draws on ska, jazz, funk, punk, and Latin influences.
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Kat Steih & the Ferals.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiEthereal folk-rock by this new band, led by local singer-songwriter Steih, that tonight celebrates the release of its debut album, Feral Geometry. Opener: Milan & the Ellipsis, a quartet led by Milan Anderson, a local pop-folk singer-songwriter who plays cello and guitar.
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The Pherotones.: Last Word
MoreLast Word 301 W. Huron, Ann ArborA 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
MoreTap Room 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiAll musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.
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“Dance Marathon.”: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborDance party hosted by this U-M student group, with U-M student bands Square Change, 5twelve, and Carouselle. A benefit for Mott Children’s Hospital. $20.
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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Fri. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack a lunch or stop in Dexter. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Delhi Metro Park parking lot (left of the tollbooth), E. Delhi off Huron River Dr. Free. [email protected].
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Ann Arbor Stamp Show: Ann Arbor Stamp Club
MoreNov. 6 & 7. This venerable annual stamp show, Michigan’s largest, features 23 dealers and 2 auction firms from 13 states selling US and foreign stamps, covers, postcards, and collector supplies. Also, displays of stamps and postal history, a youth area with free stamps and supplies for beginning stamp collectors, a global postcard exchange, and more. The UN Postal Administration and the US Postal Service, an event cosponsor, sell recent issues. Food available. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Fri.) & 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (Sat.), WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Free admission. Sign-in and name tags required. (734) 761–5859, [email protected], annarborstampclub.org.
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“21st Annual Wine, Walk, & Shop”: Chelsea Merchants
MoreNov. 6 & 7. Vendor market, with art by Chelsea painters until 4 p.m. at the depot. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., downtown Chelsea. Free admission. chelseamich.com/wws.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun., except Nov. 26. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. The newest program examines how membranes can help solve water shortages. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
MoreEvery Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play one of 200 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime’s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Kids welcome. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Free. [email protected].
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Takeshi Nagayasu: First Baptist Church Ad Libitum Concert Series
MoreThis visiting pianist performs a selection of works by Joseph Haydn and Alexander Scriabin. Noon–1 p.m., 517 E. Washington (handicap access on Washington entrance). Free. (734) 663–9376, fbca2.org.
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Choosing your Medicare options wisely: Michigan Medicine
MoreOnline
Join Michigan Medicine and the University of Michigan Institute for Healthcare Policy & Innovation for a free virtual event on navigating Medicare options.
Experts will discuss recent research on Medicare decision-making, coverage considerations, changes to Medicare Part D, cost-saving programs and where to turn for help choosing coverage that best meets your needs and budget.
Register to receive a link to view the discussion live or as a recording, and to submit a question for consideration: https://michmed.org/mKvkR
The event will also be livestreamed on Michigan Medicine social media.
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Toadally. (DUPLICATE): Hear.Say Brewing + Theater.
MoreHear.Say Brewing + Theater. 2350 W. Liberty.All musicians invited. Sign-up on arrival. Donations benefit UNICEF. Noon–3 p.m.
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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. Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? (noon) looks at cosmic collisions across the solar system including the 6-mile-wide asteroid that hit the earth 66 million years ago; 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 T. Rex (2 p.m.) describes the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history (includes scenes of dinosaur violence). 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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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
MoreEvery Tues., Thurs., & Fri., except Nov. 26. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 750 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9–$11 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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Mary Ann Kirt.: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiPop-folk and indie rock originals by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.
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“Superhero Family Trivia Night”: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation
MoreAll age 5 & up invited to answer trivia questions that range in difficulty to include the whole family. 5–6:30 p.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. Free. Preregistration required by emailing [email protected] with name and number of people. (734) 794–6250, [email protected], secure.rec1.com/mi/city-of-ann-arbor.
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Dave Moore.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborOutlaw country and 90s country covers by this mid-Michigan singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.
