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    Barnstormers Revue Salon Night and Open Mic: Forge Theater

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    All invited to share an original short skit or performance piece up to 10 minutes long. Followed by a chance to receive feedback. Sign up on arrival. 7–9 p.m., 3000 Packard, ste. B (entrance on Platt behind Little Caesars). Preregistration requested at forgetheatercollaborative.com. Free. (734) 219–9434.

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    “Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase

    “Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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    Oct. 7, 14, & 28. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. On Oct. 7, attendees can mingle with the comics before they hit the stage during “Comedy Nerdz Happy Hour” (5:30–6:30 p.m.). 7:15 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com; $6 at the door. (734) 996–9080.

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    Runnin’ on Blues.: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Southern rock, blues-rock, and blues by this Livonia trio.

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    Steve Nelson.: Blue LLama

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    Blue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    This highly acclaimed veteran vibraphonist and marimba player, a longtime member of the Dave Holland Quintet, is widely recognized as one of the preeminent improvisers in modern jazz, known for his inventive, fluidly harmonic approach. Tonight he is joined by members of the Kzoo Jazz Collective.

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    Ann Arbor Bridge Club

    Ann Arbor Bridge Club
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    Every Wed. All invited to play friendly, competitive ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Arrive 20 minutes early if coming without a partner. Call before coming to check that the game is being held. 7–10:30 p.m., Walden Hills clubhouse, 2114 Pauline (park in marked spaces in the lot on the north side of Pauline). $6 per person. (734) 945–6021. 

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    Bruce Liu: University Musical Society

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    Not yet 30, Canadian pianist Liu has become a classical music sensation worldwide. The first prize winner of the 2021 International Chopin Piano Competition, he’s been praised by Bachtrack for his “virtuosity and elegance” and “effortless expertise.” He makes his Ann Arbor debut with a program that includes avant-garde Hungarian composer György Ligeti’s Etude No. 4: Fanfares, Beethoven’s “Moonlight” and “Waldstein” sonatas, Chopin’s Nocturnes Nos. 1 and 2, Ravel’s Alborada del Gracioso, Debussy’s Rêverie, and works by Federico Mompou, Isaac Albéniz, and Liszt. 7:30 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Tickets $23–$91 (students, $15–$20) in advance at ums.org, by phone, & (if available) at the door. (734) 764–2538.

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    “Wednesday Night Swing”: Swing Ann Arbor

    “Wednesday Night Swing”: Swing Ann Arbor
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    Every 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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    Haggis X-1.: Ark

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    Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor

    High-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

    “Fall Migration in Nichols Arboretum”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
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    Every 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

    “What’s Happening in the Arctic—and Why We Should Care”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Thursday Morning Lecture Series
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    Every 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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    Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards

    Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
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    Every 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

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    Dana 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.

    https://css.umich.edu/news-events/events/seminar-dr-genevieve-metson-urban-green-infrastructure-and-sustainability-who

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