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“Jump-Start Your Next Chapter: a Conversation with Kerry Hannon”: The Glacier Hills Foundation
MoreWashtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Thanks to a generous anniversary donation given to The Glacier Hills Foundation for the purpose of providing educational and informational community programs, Glacier Hills and Trinity Health Senior Communities are proud to announce special events coming this fall and in Spring 2027. The Art & Science of Living Well signature series will launch Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. in the Washtenaw Community College Morris Lawrence Building in Room ML 101. Attendees should park in Lot #1.
Nationally-acclaimed author, workplace futurist, and leading voice on longevity Kerry Hannon will explore how evolving ideas about work, purpose, and aging are reshaping the way older adults think about the chapter following retirement. In “Jump-start Your Next Chapter: a Fireside Conversation with Kerry Hannon,” she will share insights on creating a future defined by meaning, growth, and possibility at every age.
Immediately following the event, guests will be invited to enjoy refreshments. Hannon will sign copies of her 2025 book Retirement Bites, available for sale at the venue.
Admission to the event is free and open to the public; however, advance registration is required. To reserve tickets, please register at GlacierHills.org or by calling Glacier Hills at 734.929.6811 prior to October 14.
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“Come As You Are” Memory Café: Dementia Friendly Services
MoreFirst Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor, 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd., Ann Arbor MI
Memory Cafés are comfortable social gatherings in dementia friendly venues that allow people experiencing memory loss and a loved one to connect, socialize, and build new support networks. Cafés are free and all are welcome. Co-sponsored by AARP Michigan.
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Jump-Start Your Next Chapter: Glacier Hills Foundation
More4800 E. Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, Washtenaw Community College (Morris Lawrence Building)
What becomes possible when we rethink aging?
Join nationally-acclaimed author and longevity thought leader Kerry Hannon for a compelling conversation on purpose, reinvention and creating a meaningful future.
This inspirational fireside chat will be moderated by William Cosby, director sales at Glacier Hills. Following the presentation, there will be audience Q&A and a book signing.
This event is sponsored by the Glacier Hills Foundation.While admission is complimentary, registration is required.
Call 734.929.6811 to register or visit https://www.trinityhealthseniorcommunities.org/…/art….Free -
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“Bastard”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
MoreEvery 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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“Diplomacy and the Indian Subcontinent”: U-M Weiser Diplomacy Center Ambassadors Forum
MoreFormer U.S. ambassadors Robert Blake, Gerald Feierstein, Ronald E. Neumann, and Robin Raphel, who between them have served in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Yemen, Algeria, Bahrain, Afghanistan, Tunisia, India, and South Africa, discuss how the U.S. can manage its multiple security, economic, and strategic interests in South Asia. 4–5:30 p.m., Weill Hall Annenberg Auditorium, 735 S. State. Free. Preregistration required at fordschool.umich.edu/events.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery Mon.–Thurs., except Oct. 19 & 20. 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. Also, at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16, the band hosts its monthly free Open Stadium Rehearsal at Michigan Stadium. 4:45 p.m., Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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Ypsi Fine Arts Club: Riverside Arts Center.
MoreOct. 7 & 21. All invited to this gathering where artists show 1 or 2 pieces of their work, some of which may be for sale. Participation not required. 5–6:30 p.m., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. (734) 480–2787, riversidearts.org/events.
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Trunk or Treat (with free community dinner): Chelsea St. Louis Center
More16195 W Old US 12, Chelsea
Join Saint Louis Center on October 21 for our free community Trunk or Treat! Enjoy trick-or-treating, games, a free dinner, live music, a costume contest, and both scary and not-so-scary haunted house experiences in a welcoming, sensory-friendly environment where individuals of all abilities can celebrate Halloween together.
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Board Game Night: Bløm Mead + Cider
MoreEvery Wed. All invited to play popular board games. Use provided games or bring your own. 5–10 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
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Magic: The Gathering (MTG): Sylvan Factory
MoreEvery Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play both casual and tournament forms of the collectible card game MTG. Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Commander.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free. Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Booster Draft.” Players take turns opening booster packs to create a 40 card deck. $25. Various times & prices, 2459 W. Stadium. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
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Nightspots
Bart Moore & the Hot Boys of Jenison.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborLansing-area ensemble led by singer-songwriter Moore whose music is influenced by the Pogues, Warren Zevon, Talking Heads, Tom Petty, and Weezer. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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“Community Table”: The Washtenaw Food Hub
MoreEvery Wed. Food- and agriculture-related discussions and demos. Oct. 7: “Lacto-Fermented Hot Sauce.” Fermentation enthusiast Louis Daher demonstrates how to turn hot peppers and mango into hot sauce. Oct. 14: “Heirloom Corn.” Local farmer Ben Monroe gives a farm-to-table portrait of this traditional crop. Oct. 21: “Washtenaw Tool Bank Collective.” Washtenaw County Conservation District representative Doug Reith discusses which tools are best suited for different projects, and how to use them. Oct. 28: “Fresh-Hopped Wild Rice Ale.” Rachel Kanaan and Mason Shipe of Jupiter Fen Kombucha Club show how to brew this seasonal beer. $22. 6–7 p.m., 4175 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free, except Oct. 28. Preregistration required for all events at tinyurl.com/a2-foodhub. thewashtenawfoodhub.com.
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“Let’s Be Friends: Geneology”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAll invited to meet with others interested in genealogy research. 6–7 p.m., AADL Traverwood. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“When Driving Changes: How Automation Keeps People Moving”: Evenings with OLLI (U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute)
MoreU-M Transportation Institute faculty Arpan Kusari and Renee St. Louis discuss advanced driver assistance systems. Light refreshments at 5:30 p.m. 6–7:30 p.m., Kellogg Eye Center auditorium, 1000 Wall. $25 for nonmembers (members, $15) in advance at olli-umich.org (create an account) & at the door. First OLLI event, free. Membership, $50 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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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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“We’ve Been Here the Whole Time!: A Not So Sacred Guide to All Things Native America”: Literati Bookstore
MoreL.A.-based writer Joey Clift discusses his new book, an irreverent history of the U.S. from a Native American perspective that covers everything from Pocahontas and sports mascots to ancestry claims and the Land Back movement. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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Group Runs: A2 Runners
MoreEvery Mon. & Wed. 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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“Celebrating Legacy & the Future”: U-M Bipolar Research Program 20th Annual Prechter Lecture
MoreRemarks on the idea that launched the Prechter Program, its scientific discoveries, and its next chapters by U-M Medical School dean Thomas J. Wang, program founder Waltraud “Wally” Prechter, and nine other program researchers, administrators, and research participants. Preceded by a 5:30 p.m. reception with light refreshments. 6:30–8:15 p.m., U-M Biomedical Science Research Bldg. Kahn Auditorium, 109 Zina Pitcher. Free. Preregistration required at tinyurl.com/prechterlecture26. Livestream available.
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Crazy Wisdom Bookstore Gathering Series
MoreOct. 14 & 21. Community gatherings and talks by local practitioners. Oct. 14 (6–8 p.m.): “Witches Night Out.” Group meeting and discussion. Oct. 21 (6:30–8:30 p.m.): “Goddesses of the Arbor.” Discussion geared toward late millennial and Gen X women. 6 p.m., Crazy Wisdom, 114 S. Main, upstairs. Free. (734) 665–2757, crazywisdom.net.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
MoreEvery Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes. Rain or shine. 7 p.m., 123 E. Liberty. Free. (734) 769–5016, fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
