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Double Wide Ride.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborPopular Lansing-area modern outlaw country band that plays 90s-inspired line dancing originals along with classic country covers. 8 p.m.
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30th Annual Edgefest: Kerrytown Concert House
MoreOct. 7–10. One of the world’s 50 top jazz/avant music festivals, according to DownBeat, this annual event includes multiple shows over 4 days. Tonight: U-M jazz professor and versatile composer-saxophonist Andrew Bishop (6 p.m.), often a sideman, gives a solo concert. The William Hooker Quartet (7 p.m.), known for wide-open textural improvisation, is led by renowned New York–based drummer Hooker. Free jazz ensemble New Origins Trio (8 p.m.), led by prominent French clarinetist Christophe Rocher with Americans bassist Joe Fonda and drummer Harvey Sorgen, balances structured compositions with wild improvisation. Bass clarinet–driven Chicago free jazz ensemble the Stein/Smith/Shead Trio (9 p.m.) includes bass clarinetist Jason Stein, bassist Damon Smith, and drummer Adam Shead. The quartet Fay Victor’s Herbie Nichols SUNG (10 p.m.) is led by inventive vocalist and lyricist Victor, known for her beautifully strange originality. 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10 p.m., Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Tickets $20 per show (students, age 18 & under, $10) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com & (if available) at the door. $70 day passes (Saturday, $100) and 240–390 full festival passes in advance only online & by phone. (734) 769–2999.
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“Club Mug Improv Show”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MoreNew monthly comedy show hosted by local improv troupe The Mug Boys, with rotating guest performers TBA. 9–10 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & $18 (if available) at the door.
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Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center
MoreEvery Fri. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner or experience required. Wear comfortable low-grip/tread shoes. Preceded at 7 & 8 p.m. by hour-long lessons. Followed by a “late-night blues-&-fusion” dance. The 1st Friday of each month is free, and the 3rd Friday includes a Charleston lesson. 9–11 p.m., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. $5 (students, $4). riversidearts.org/riverside-swings.
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“Telescope Observing”: U-M Detroit Observatory
MoreEvery Fri. All invited to drop in to use the observatory’s 1857 Fitz telescope and other modern instruments. Exhibits are also open regardless of viewing conditions. Last visitors admitted 30 minutes prior to closing. 9–11 p.m., 1398 E. Ann at Observatory. Free, no registration required. (734) 763–2230, detroitobservatory.umich.edu.
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Angell Hall Observatory Open House: U-M Student Astronomical Society
MoreOct. 9 & 23. All invited to peer through the observatory and rooftop telescopes (weather permitting) and view planetarium shows. Also, short astronomy presentations by club members. 9–11 p.m., Angell Hall Planetarium, rm. 3118. Free. (734) 764–3440.
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Telepathic Wax.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborDetroit-area house DJ collective.
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Kelly “Bird” McDermott.: Habitat Lounge
MoreHabitat Lounge 3050 Jackson Rd., Ann ArborEnsemble led by this local jazz flutist-vocalist. With pianist Phil Lesky and drummer Marc Smith.
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Justin Nozuka.: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborAll ages. Canadian American acoustic singer-songwriter whose music blends rock, folk, and soul. $35.
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30th Annual Edgefest: Kerrytown Concert House
MoreOct. 7–10. One of the world’s 50 top jazz/avant music festivals, according to DownBeat, this annual event includes multiple shows over 4 days. Tonight: U-M jazz professor and versatile composer-saxophonist Andrew Bishop (6 p.m.), often a sideman, gives a solo concert. The William Hooker Quartet (7 p.m.), known for wide-open textural improvisation, is led by renowned New York–based drummer Hooker. Free jazz ensemble New Origins Trio (8 p.m.), led by prominent French clarinetist Christophe Rocher with Americans bassist Joe Fonda and drummer Harvey Sorgen, balances structured compositions with wild improvisation. Bass clarinet–driven Chicago free jazz ensemble the Stein/Smith/Shead Trio (9 p.m.) includes bass clarinetist Jason Stein, bassist Damon Smith, and drummer Adam Shead. The quartet Fay Victor’s Herbie Nichols SUNG (10 p.m.) is led by inventive vocalist and lyricist Victor, known for her beautifully strange originality. 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10 p.m., Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Tickets $20 per show (students, age 18 & under, $10) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com & (if available) at the door. $70 day passes (Saturday, $100) and 240–390 full festival passes in advance only online & by phone. (734) 769–2999.
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“[REC]”: State Theatre
MoreFilm screenings every Wed.–Sun. 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. (734) 668–8397. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Oct. 9: “[REC]” (Jaume Balagueró & Paco Plaza, 2007). In this Spanish found footage horror film, a TV crew follows emergency workers into an apartment building and are locked inside with something terrifying. Spanish, subtitles. 11:59 p.m.
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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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“Fall Migration Bird Walk”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
MoreWCPARC naturalist Kelsey Dehring leads a birding walk through forest, fields, and wetlands. All levels of birders welcome. Bring your own binoculars if you can. 8–10 a.m., Whitmore Lake Preserve, 1551 Seven Mile, Whitmore Lake. Free Preregistration required at washtenaw.org/registerparks; #811009. For more information, email [email protected].
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parkrun USA
MoreEvery Sat. All invited to join a timed but noncompetitive 5K run/walk. 9 a.m., Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt. Free, but first-timers are requested to preregister at parkrun.us/lillie and arrive at 8:45 a.m. [email protected].
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“Dexter/Chelsea Saturday Morning Breakfast Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Sat. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack something to eat or stop in Dexter or Chelsea for coffee or breakfast. Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone, and snacks. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Barton Nature Area parking lot, W. Huron River Dr. near Bird. Free. (734) 649–9762, [email protected].
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“Washtenaw Conserved Farm Tour”: Washtenaw County Conservation Collective
MoreAll invited to tour 2 neighboring 6th-generation farms to learn about their poultry and conventional crop operations. Also, the chance to take a hike through landscapes otherwise unavailable to the public and view ecosystems that are becoming rare, including a prairie fen and tamarack swamp. Light snacks & refreshments provided. Bring a water bottle and wear sturdy shoes. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Sylvan & Sharon Township locations disclosed on preregistration at washtenawcd.org/events. Free.
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Amateur Radio License One Day Training: ARROW/UM Amateur Radio Club
MoreEECS Building, 1301 Beal Ave., Ann Arbor, MI
In a single day, including six hours of instruction, Dan Romanchik, KB6NU, will teach you everything you need to know to pass the Technician Class amateur radio license exam. ARROW members will administer the test immediately after the class. The text for the class is the No Nonsense Technician Class License Study Guide, which is free from https://kb6nu.com/study-guides.
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Ann Arbor Ski & Snowboard Swap: Sun & Snow
More300 Jackson Plaza, Ann Arbor
Sun & Snow’s Midwest Swap Tour kicks off in Ann Arbor with a free public ski and snowboard swap. Shop skis, snowboards, boots, bindings and junior equipment, with experienced ski and snowboard shop staff available to help with sizing, fit and equipment selection.
Sellers set their own price and keep 75% when an item sells.
Walk-ins welcome; optional QuickPass available online. Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
https://www.sunandsnow.com/service/ann-arbor-ski-snowboard-swap-october-2026/
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Fall Conference: Argus Museum
MoreOct. 8–10. All invited to this annual gathering of enthusiasts of the original Argus camera company, which operated in Ann Arbor 1936–1969. Events include presentations, exhibitions (see Galleries), a field trip to the Henry Ford Museum, meals, photo contests, and auctions. Thurs. 3–8 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–8:30 p.m., 525 W. William. $50 (members, $40) suggested donation. Preregistration required at argusmuseum.org/fall-conference. (313) 499–0551.
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“BIPOC Bird Walk at Cherry Hill Preserve”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
MoreClub member Victor Chen leads a walk for people from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities and their allies to look for birds. Binoculars provided if needed. 9:30–11 a.m., 6375 Cherry Hill Rd. Free. washtenawbna.org.
