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Ann Arbor Camera Club
MoreOct. 6 & 20. Club members share their projected digital slides (Oct. 6) and prints (Oct. 20) on various topics, including this month’s assignment, “Impressionistic/Surrealist.” Also, on Oct. 6, club member Charlie Unbehaun presents photos from an Alpine motorcycle tour, a Danube cruise, and a visit to northern Italy; and on Oct. 20, club member Dietmar Haenchen shares photos of Havana, Trinidad, Cienfuegos, and the Cuban countryside, along with reflections and stories. Guests asked to arrive 15 minutes early. 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 2nd fl., 1501 W. Liberty (use rear entrance). Free. [email protected], annarborcameraclub.org.
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Nightspots
Open Mic.: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiAll acoustic musicians invited. Hosted by Phil McMillion.
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Polka Jam Session: American Legion Hall
MoreAll accordion players and other musicians invited to play polkas and waltzes and other old-time music. 7–9 p.m., 44 Wabash (south off Main), Milan. Free.
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Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
MoreEvery Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no complicated steps, and no partner or experience needed. Bring clean, flat, nonslip shoes. First-timers asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse. Suggested donation $8–$12 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). (734) 665–7704, aactmad.org/english-country.
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Women’s A Cappella Chorus Rehearsal: Voices in Harmony
MoreEvery Tues. Women singers invited to join a rehearsal of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–9:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile, Ypsi. Free to visitors (dues for those who join). (734) 765–3611, [email protected], voicesinharmonychorus.org.
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“Comedy On Tap”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MoreSets by area stand-up comics. 7:30–8:30 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $10 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & $13 (if available) at the door.
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The Moth StorySlam: U-M Michigan Public
MoreOpen mic storytelling competition sponsored by the Moth, the NYC-based nonprofit storytelling organization. Ten storytellers are selected at random from among those who sign up to tell a 3- to 5-minute story on the theme “Frenemies.” Stories are judged by 3 people recruited from the audience. Winners compete in a semiannual GrandSlam. Seating limited; arrive early. 7:30–9 p.m. (doors open & sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m.), the Blind Pig, 208 S. First St. Tickets $15 general admission in advance only at themoth.org beginning 3 weeks before event. [email protected].
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Open Stage.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborAll acoustic performers invited. Fifteen acts are selected randomly from those who sign up (doors open 7:30 p.m.) to perform 8 minutes (or 2 songs) each. The most talented and popular Open Stage performers are offered their own evenings at the Ark. $3 (members & students, free) at the door only.
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Invisible Circle.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiExperimental ambient/drone music project by NYC-based multi-instrumentalist Dave Kadden. Openers: Trigal, an Oslo-based psychedelic-punk producer, and Gregory Stovetop, a veteran Chelsea singer-songwriter whose influences range from Elvis and Johnny Cash to Soundgarden and The Replacements.
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Volunteer Event – Woody Invasive Species Removal: Scio Outside
More1000 Chestnut Boulevard, Ann Arbor
Join us to remove woody invasive species from an ongoing restoration site!
We will be clearing and treating woody invasive species with a goal to eradicate existing populations. This site is undergoing active restoration, and we need your help with invasive species removal!
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun., starting Oct. 21. 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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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm, including wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. For an extra charge on Sat. & Sun., an apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available. Cider & donuts available. Also, on Oct. 3 & 4, local artisans & crafters sell their items at the Craft Show Weekend, and on Oct. 24, young entrepreneurs sell homemade items at the Kids Market (noon–4 p.m.). No pets. 11 a.m.–6 p.m., 5565 Merritt (east of Carpenter), Ypsi. Weekend admission: $27.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies under 2, free), online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
MoreEvery Fri., Sat., & Wed. 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. (Fri. & Wed.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Free. [email protected].
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Noon Lecture Series: Kempf House Museum
MoreOct. 7: “The History of the Argus Camera Company.” Talk by Argus board president Bob Kelly. (See Oct. 8 for the Argus Fall Conference). Oct. 14: “Finding a Cache of Historical Recipes.” Ann Arbor historian Susan Wineberg discusses how a chance find of a Black cook’s hand-written personal recipes from the 1930s–1950s led to their publication by the U-M Press. Oct. 21: “The Women of the Kahn Family, A Quiet Dignity.” Carol Rose Kahn, granddaughter of Hill Auditorium and Burton Tower architect Albert Kahn, shares stories of Albert’s niece, an internationally known chess player; his sister, founder of a blueprinting company; and other women ancestors. Noon–1 p.m., Kempf House, 312 S. Division. Free; donations accepted. (734) 994–4898, kempfhousemuseum.org.
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“Educating for Civic Confidence”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
MoreVirtual, Virtual
Explore Michigan’s state and federal judicial systems with OLLI at the University of Michigan, OLLI at Saginaw Valley State University, OLLI at Aquinas College and OLLI at Western Michigan University for a program hosted by the State Bar of Michigan Judicial Section and the Michigan Center for Civic Education. Learn about district, circuit, probate and federal court jurisdiction in a 60-minute presentation followed by a 30-minute Q&A.
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“Buddhist Perspective on Community Well-Being: Building a Compassionate Community”: American Association of University Women
MoreTalk by Jewel Heart Tibetan Buddhist Learning Center spiritual director Demo Rinpoche, who for 30 years studied meditation, debate, and philosophy under the Dalai Lama. 12:30 p.m. Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. Free. (844) 973–6287, annarbor-mi.aauw.net.
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“Macbeth”: Fathom Entertainment
More(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. 17 & 21: “Macbeth.” Live (Sat.) and prerecorded (Wed.) broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera production of Verdi’s operatic adaptation of the influential Shakespeare tragedy, the bloody tale of a Scottish lord and his ambitious wife. 1 p.m. $24.
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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
