Events
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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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FreeObserver Editor
“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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FreeObserver Editor
“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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FreeObserver Editor
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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FreeObserver Editor
“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. [highlight in pink – notable event]
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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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FreeObserver Editor
“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.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
MoreEvery Thurs., Sat., & Mon. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Thursday Evening Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Thurs. Moderate-paced ride, 25 to 35 miles, along the less-traveled unpaved roads around Chelsea. Bring a chair and a beverage or snack for a postride tailgate. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Email [email protected] for each week’s route. Free. (313) 980–5277.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Mini Succulent Pumpkins!”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAll invited to make decorative landscapes using pumpkins, moss, acorns, and other supplies. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
MoreEvery Thurs. All invited to drop in with broken electronics, furniture, toys, or any other item they’d like to try to repair or repurpose with the help and guidance of AHA members. Repairs not guaranteed. 6–8 p.m., basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Free; donations welcome. [email protected], meetup.com/allhandsactive/events.
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FreeObserver Editor
Drop-in Knitting: Spun
MoreEvery Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.) & 1–3 p.m. (Sun.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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Nightspots
The Jaybees.: El Limon
MoreEl Limon 2709 PlymouthLocal acoustic Americana quartet fronted by Switchbacks vocalist Janet Benson and singer-guitarist John Baltic.
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Community ListingFree
GriefShare: St. Luke Lutheran Church
More4205 Washtenaw Ave.
Find hope and healing after the death of a loved one. You are encouraged to join us on any week. Sessions are self-contained.
The group meets on Thursdays starting at 6:30 PM for one-and-a-half hours, ending at 8:00 PM.
Each meeting consists of a video seminar, a discussion, and your personal workbook.
Each week you can expect to view a 30-minute video filled with helpful guidance, discuss grief-related issues, and gain personal recovery tips through your workbook.
Get more information and register here: https://find.griefshare.org/groups/297677
Questions? Contact: [email protected]
First meeting: Thurs., Sept. 10
Last meeting: Thurs., Dec. 10Free
