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“The Game: Michigan vs. Ohio State”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAll invited to learn about the history of this storied college football rivalry. 6–7 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Video Game Music Live!: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreMusicians from the U-M student-run Video Game Music Band perform selections of various Nintendo and other video game music. 6–7 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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. 1–3 p.m. (Sun.) & 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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Figure Drawing: Dzanc House
MoreNov. 11 & 25. All skill levels welcome to draw a live model. Bring your own art supplies. Light refreshments. 6:30–9 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. $10 to pay model. Preregistration required by the Mon. before the event. dzanchouse.org.
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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.
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“Community Sing with Matt Watroba”: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
MoreLocal singer-songwriter and WKAR FM (MSU) folk music show host Watroba leads a sing-along of songs from the various branches of American folk music. No experience necessary. 7–8:30 p.m., 704 Airport Blvd., ste. 1. Free. (734) 327–0270, interfaithspirit.org.
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Jake Reichbart.: Earle
MoreEarle 121 W. Washington, Ann ArborSolo jazz guitarist. Solo jazz pianists TBA occasionally substitute.
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“Warren Miller’s Days Off”: 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. 25: “Warren Miller’s Days Off” (2026). Miller, who died in 2018, made popular family-oriented ski adventure films for over 50 years. The latest film, the 77th, features mountain footage from heli-drops in Alaska and high-alpine mountaineering in Chamonix to the legendary powder of Hokkaido, Japan. 7 p.m. $18.
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Mikaela Davis & John Lee Shannon.: JD’s Stage
MoreJD’s Stage 117 ½ S. Main, Chelsea, Michigan, United StatesDuo of folk-flavored pop-rock singer-songwriter & harpist Davis and fingerstyle guitarist Shannon, best known as a member of the instrumental rock band Circles Around the Sun and the Grateful Dead tribute project Grateful Shred.
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Avery Cox.: Moonwinks Tavern
MoreMoonwinks Tavern 5151 Plymouth Rd. (734) 994-5151. -
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Runnin’ on Blues.: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiSouthern rock, blues-rock, and blues by this Livonia trio.
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William Hill III Trio.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborEnsemble led by Detroit bebop and straight-ahead jazz composer-pianist Hill.
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Open Mic.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborAll invited to present a song, story, poem, monologue, comedy bit, magic act, other performance. Hosted by Annie Bacon & Forrest Hejkal. Sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m. 7–10 p.m. $5.
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Double Wide Ride.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborPopular Lansing-area country band that plays 90s-inspired line dancing originals along with classic country covers.
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“Wednesday Night Swing”: Swing Ann Arbor
MoreEvery Wed. Lindy Hop, East Coast swing, Charleston, and Balboa dancing to recorded music. No partner needed. Wear comfortable low-grip shoes. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a free beginner lesson. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Michigan League Vandenberg Rm. $5 (free for members and lesson attendees) at the door.
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Strawberry Lake.: Rumpus Room
MoreRumpus Room 506 N. Main, Chelsea, ChelseaDexter alt-country quintet formerly known as Mercury Switch.
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Cracked & Hooked.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiYpsi rock band whose music is said to occupy the territory “somewhere between Paul Westerberg and Neil Young.” Openers: the Detroit-area Americana & country-rock band Cowgirl and Loose Koozies.
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Dance Party.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborWith DJ Batz. A canned food drive for Food Gatherers.
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Ann Arbor Turkey Trot: RF Events
MoreAll invited to run or walk 5K along a downtown route. Also, a 1K “Tot Trot” for kids under age 10. Three deep awards in each age group. Hot chocolate and cookies at the finish line, and appearances by Turkey Tom and Santa. Holiday-themed costumes encouraged. A portion of the proceeds support child empowerment nonprofit Washtenaw Promise. 8:15 a.m. (1K Tot Trot) & 8:45 a.m. (5K), 123 E. Liberty at Fourth Ave. $42 (Tot Trot, $20), in advance online at theturkeytrot.com, & $55 (Tot Trot, $30) after Nov. 14 online & in person on race morning, if available. The race is expected to sell out. (734) 929–9027.
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Thanksgiving parkrun USA
MoreAll 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 arrive at 8:45 a.m. & preregister at parkrun.us/register. [email protected], parkrun.us/lillie.
