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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.
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Open Mic.: Tap Room
MoreTap Room 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiAll musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.
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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Fri. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack a lunch or stop in Dexter. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Delhi Metro Park parking lot (left of the tollbooth), E. Delhi off Huron River Dr. Free. [email protected].
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun., except Nov. 26. 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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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
MoreEvery Wed., Fri., & Sat. 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. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Free. [email protected].
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“Blue Friday”: Marquee Arts
MoreScreening of one of the many (which one is revealed today) U-M football victories against the Ohio State Buckeyes, projected on the big screen. Games, chants, photo ops in the lobby starting at noon. Recommended dress: maize & blue. Concessions, $3 Labatt Blue special. 1 p.m. (doors, 12:30 p.m.), Michigan Theater, $5 in advance at marquee-arts.org & at the door.
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U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
MoreEvery Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? (noon) looks at cosmic collisions across the solar system including the 6-mile-wide asteroid that hit the earth 66 million years ago; The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 p.m.) explores the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own; and T. Rex (2 p.m.) describes the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history (includes scenes of dinosaur violence). Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., 1105 North University. $9 at the gift shop. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
MoreEvery Tues., Thurs., & Fri., except Nov. 26. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 750 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9–$11 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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Kedron.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborChelsea bluegrass & country-folk quartet. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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“Tiny Apothecary”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAdults and kids grade 5 & up invited to create a pocket-sized model apothecary to fill with miniature books and potion vials. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200, aadl.org/events.
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Medicine Men.: Live
MoreLive 102 S. First St., Ann ArborThis local dance quintet plays classic R&B and Motown. With vocalist Terry Samuels, guitarist Pete Bullard, keyboardist Andy Adamson, bassist Doug Katchorek, and drummer Mike Moneart. They are backed by the Westside Girls, the vocal duo of Cheryl McIntire and Carol Shaw.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
MoreEvery Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play both casual and tournament forms of the collectible card game MTG. Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Commander.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free. Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Booster Draft.” Players take turns opening booster packs to create a 40-card deck. $25. Various times & prices, 2459 W. Stadium. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
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U-M Ice Hockey
MoreSold-out double header vs. Penn State today and tomorrow. This month’s schedule also includes a single game against MSU (Nov. 20) and a double header against Ferris State (Nov. 27 & 28). All games are likely to sell out. 7 p.m., Yost Ice Arena, 1016 S. State. Tickets $33 & up at stubhub.com/michigan-wolverines-hockey-tickets. (734) 764–0247.
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Bark’s Tales.: Moonwinks Tavern
MoreMoonwinks Tavern 5151 Plymouth Rd. (734) 994-5151.Folk-rock originals and occasional covers by local singer-songwriter Michael Snyder-Barker.
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Rick Hicks.: Water Tower Distilling Co.
MoreWater Tower Distilling Co. 23 N. Washington,, YpsilantiBlues-based jazz and R&B by this Detroit singer-guitarist.
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No Conflict.: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiLocal acoustic alt-rock & alt-country quintet.
