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Riders in the Sky.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborThis innovative, often comical Nashville-based quartet of ace musicians has revitalized the genre of the cowboy song. Inspired by the 1930s group the Sons of the Pioneers, the quartet includes two former Ann Arborites, Fred Labour and Doug Green. They specialize in elaborate harmonizations of cowboy folk songs, western ballads, and sentimental Hollywood versions of the real thing. Their repertoire also includes old-time fiddle pieces, some jazz numbers, virtuoso yodels, comic send-ups of western drama, and even occasional rope tricks. $35.
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Bittersweet.: The Arboretum
MoreThe Arboretum 984 E. Michigan Ave., SalineGrand Rapids alt-rock band. Opener: HomiSui, a Detroit-area emo-punk band that incorporates elements of rap-rock and goth-pop.
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Ain’t Dead Yet.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborLocal classic rock cover band.
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The Dirty Notion.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiDetroit-based reggae, ska, and rocksteady band. Openers: the 7-piece Detroit ska band The Belmarks and the Pinkney-area ska-punk band Superdot.
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Weekend Comeback.: Mash (Ypsilanti)
MoreMash (Ypsilanti) 400 W. River, YpsilantiHigh-energy Detroit-area cover band that plays hits from the 60s to the present day.
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“Bastard”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun., Sept. 24–Dec. 20, except Nov. 26. 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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Hunter Neff & The Rodeo Clowns.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborLocal honky-tonk band. 8:30 p.m.
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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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“Pop-Up Comedy”: Don’t Tell Comedy Show
MoreNov. 13 & 14. Two stand-up shows each evening. Both the lineup of comics and the location are not revealed until the day of the show. Age 21+; BYOB. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. 7 & 9 p.m., downtown indoor location. Tickets $30 in advance only at donttellcomedy.com/cities/ann-arbor.
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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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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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Velvet Snakes.: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborYpsi psychedelic garage rock band. Openers: the Detroit proto-punk band Electric Bug, the Northern Ohio bluesy garage rock band The Tape Cassettes, and the local indie pop-rock band The Telephone Poles. $14.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company
MoreEvery Mon., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations), except Nov. 26. Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi.; AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 2621 Plymouth Rd. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Fall Birding at Rolling Hills”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
MoreWCPARC naturalists lead a stroll through prairies and woods to admire the autumn birds. Bring binoculars if you have them, some are available for use. 8–10 a.m., Rolling Hills County Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd. Free. Space limited; preregistration required at washtenaw.org/registerparks, #811009.
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39th Annual Saline Craft Show
MoreNov. 14. Over 230 vendors offering decorative painting, stoneware, rugs, birdhouses, holiday decorations, ceramics, calligraphy, clothing, and other crafts. No strollers. 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Saline Middle School, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. $5 cash admission (kids age 10 & under, free). (734) 429–5922.
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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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Send Hunger Packing: Rotary Clubs of Ann Arbor
More601 W. Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Rotary Clubs (Ann Arbor North, Ann Arbor West, Rotary Club of Ann Arbor,) and volunteers from around the community have been teamed up with Kids Coalition Against Hunger for meal packing events at Pioneer High School since 2022. In that time, we have been able to produce over 115,000 meals for people all around the world, from families in your community, to cities in disaster relief situations. Now, we are hosting our fifth year at Pioneer High School on Saturday, November 14th, 2025, at 9:00 AM.
This annual fall service project could not happen without the many hands that gather to make a difference in the lives of people everywhere. This year our goal is to pack 50,000 meals, which means we need to raise $21,000.
Kids Coalition Against Hunger is a 501 c 3 humanitarian food relief organization whose mission is to significantly reduce the number of hungry children in the USA and feed starving children throughout the world.
We are currently seeking donations and volunteers to pack meals. Even small donation can make a big difference. Use the link below to register.
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Annual Gaming Convention: U•Con
MoreNov. 13–15. Hundreds of competitors of all ages are expected to turn out to play a wide spectrum of tabletop games, from board games and role-playing games to collectible card games and miniaturized simulations of historical and fictional battlefields. Participants also are invited to bring in games to play in an open gaming area. Also, a dealers’ room with sales and demos. In-person registration begins today at 7:30 a.m. For a complete schedule of events, see ucon-gaming.org. 9 a.m.–1 a.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9 a.m.–7 p.m. (Sun.), Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest, 1275 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Weekend pass: $65 in advance, $75 (students and active & retired military, $65) at the door; kids ages 7–12 (accompanied by an adult), $20 in advance & at the door; kids 6 & under, free. Daily passes (available both in advance & at the door): Fri. $45, Sat. $55 ($45 in advance), Sun. $35. A few games cost extra. Advance registration available at ucon-gaming.org. (734) 930–6363.
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“Dexter/Chelsea Saturday Morning Breakfast Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Sat. through Nov. 21. 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. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Barton Nature Area parking lot, 1010 W. Huron River Dr. near Bird. Free. (734) 649–9762, [email protected].
