Events
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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 Union Pendleton Rm. (Oct. 7, 14, & 21), and Michigan League Vandenberg Rm. (Oct. 28). $5 (free for members and lesson attendees) at the door.
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Nightspots
Haggis X-1.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborHigh-energy Celtic rock by this ensemble of Canadian & Scottish musicians featuring members of the popular Toronto quintet Enter the Haggis. Its music is a rousing, raucous blend of Scottish and Canadian Celtic music with rock, bluegrass, Caribbean, and world music. $35.
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“Fall Migration in Nichols Arboretum”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
MoreEvery Thurs., Sept. 3–Oct. 29. WBNA members lead a hike through the Arb to look for fall warblers and other southbound migrants. Birders of all skill levels welcome. 8–11 a.m., meet in the cul-de-sac at the end of Riverview. (off Geddes near the east end of Dow Field). Free. washtenawbna.org.
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“What’s Happening in the Arctic—and Why We Should Care”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Thursday Morning Lecture Series
MoreEvery Thurs., Oct. 22–Nov. 19. Series of 5 weekly talks.
Oct. 22: Norwegian Arctic security expert Gabriella Gricius on “The Arctic Region in the Context of European Geopolitics and Security.”
Oct. 29: Viking Cruises Arctic guide John McCannon on “Four Ages of the North: The Broad Contours of Arctic History.”
Nov. 5: Harvard Arctic Initiative director Jennifer Spence on “The North American Arctic: Myths and Realities.”
Nov. 12: U-M ecology professor George Kling on “Environmental Changes in the Arctic: Local and Global Impacts.”
Nov. 19: Washington D.C.-based Arctic security expert Pavel Devyatkin on “Russian Arctic Policy, Security Strategy and International Cooperation.”
10–11:30 a.m., WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., Towsley Auditorium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Free. Preregistration required at olli-umich.org. $120 (members, $70) for the 5-lecture series. $25 per lecture (members, $15). Membership, $50 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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Community Listing
Homeschool Thursdays: We Rock the Spectrum
More4370 Varsity Dr. Suite A, We Rock the Spectrum Ann Arbor
Play/Learn/Connect
Join us for weekly outing where homeschool families can play in a fun, sensory filled, and inclusive environment.
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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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Urban Green Infrastructure and Sustainability: for Who, for What, and How?: U-M Center for Sustainable Systems & U-M Sustainable Food Systems Initiative
MoreDana Building Room 1024, 440 Church St, Ann Arbor
Green spaces are praised for doing many things at once, but without intention, win-wins aren’t guaranteed. Indigenous food sovereignty is limited by land ownership and past contamination; green spaces may not keep pace with flooding, and even compost-based urban farms can leak nutrients into waterways.
Translating research into management strategies isn’t enough. How can community partnership, living labs, and art bridge the gap between current knowledge and uncertain futures?
Join visiting scholar Genevieve Metson, Associate Professor in the Department of Geography & Environment at Western University, Canada, in this discussion. Lunch will be provided.
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“Division Street Pipes”: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
MoreEvery Thurs. through early Dec. U-M organ majors and faculty perform music TBA on the church’s Richards, Fowkes & Co. organ. 12:15 p.m., St. Andrew’s, 306 N. Division. Free. (734) 663–0518, standrewsaa.org.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
MoreEvery Thurs. & Mon. Play open to all skill levels age 18 & up, both ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.) and non-sanctioned (Mon.). Noon–3:30 p.m. (Thurs., $9) & 12:30–3:30 p.m. (Mon., $5); $1–$2 less for AASC members. 1320 Baldwin. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
MoreEvery Thurs., Fri., & Tues. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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“The Early Novel in French: Poetics of a Genre in the Making” U-M Romance Languages & Literatures Department
MoreBrown University Francophone studies professor Virgina Krause discusses her new book about 16th-century French fiction writing. 4–5 p.m., Michigan Union, Kuenzel rm. Free. (734) 764-5344.
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“Reimagining Work as a Product Designed for Workers”: U-M Philosophy, Politics, & Economics Program
MoreCorporate strategist Dart Lindsey, host of the podcast Work for Humans, discusses the importance of employee-friendly business models. 4–7:30 p.m., Rackham Assembly Hall. Free. Preregistration required at lsa.umich.edu/ppe. (734) 764–6285, [email protected].
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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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“Boo Bash”: Briarwood Mall
MoreHands-on kids activities, spooky decorations, balloon twister, face painting, and trick-or-treating throughout the mall (5 p.m. till supplies run out). With 2 magic shows in the JCPenney Court at 5:45 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Costumes encouraged. 5-7 p.m. Free. (734) 769-9610.
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Nightspots
Sage Advice.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborFolk-rock covers and some originals by the husband-and-wife duo of Paul and Annemarie Dolan, members of the local rock cover band Four Roses. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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“Animation, It’s Alive!”: U-M Stamps School of Art & Design Penny Stamps Speaker Series
MoreAward-winning character animator James Baxter discusses his work and four-decade career. He is responsible for several iconic Disney character designs, including Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Rafiki in The Lion King, and Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. His work has also appeared in films such as The Prince of Egypt, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, and Enchanted, among many others. 5:30–7 p.m., Michigan Theater. Free. (734) 936–0671, stamps.umich.edu.
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Bad Decisions Track Club
MoreEvery Thurs. Runners of all abilities invited to join this eclectic group of runners ranging from people training for their first 5K to ultramarathoners. Sessions are typically interval-based track workouts, followed by socializing at a nearby brewery. 6 p.m., Ferry Field, State at Hoover. May meet elsewhere if the weather is bad. Free. See walline.wixsite.com/bdtc to sign up for email updates on each week’s workout.
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“Interlocking Crochet”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAll invited to learn how to crochet an intricate design from both sides leaving almost no holes. Preceded at 5:30 p.m. by a crochet refresher. 6–7 p.m., AADL Pittsfield. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“The Last Full Measure: An American Family and How the United States Brought Home the Dead of World War II”: Ann Arbor District Library Author Event
MoreLocal writer Kim Clarke discusses her new book. Signing. 6–7 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.
