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“Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards
MoreEvery Fri.–Sun. A haunted hayride, a ghostly mental asylum, and three more scary attractions, all bristling with scores of costumed monsters. Refreshments available from the Wiard’s Country Store. Recommended for ages 12 & up. 7:15–11:30 p.m., 5565 Merritt, Ypsi. Tickets $36–$65 in advance only at hauntedhousemichigan.com. (734) 390–9212.
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Observer Editor
“Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards
MoreA haunted hayride, a ghostly mental asylum, and three more scary attractions, all bristling with scores of costumed monsters. Refreshments available from the Wiard’s Country Store. Recommended for ages 12 & up. 7:15–11:30 p.m., 5565 Merritt, Ypsi. Tickets $36–$65 in advance only at hauntedhousemichigan.com. (734) 390–9212.
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Nightspots
Gretchen Pleuss.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborLocal singer-songwriter who writes songs that are both emotive and smart. Midwest Action writer Dan Jarvis says “fans of Joni Mitchell, Nick Drake, and other folk luminaries will appreciate Gretchen’s gorgeous arrangements and thought-provoking songwriting.” Tonight she is joined by members of the popular local bluegrass band The Pontiac Trail Blazers. $24.
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Alicia Witt.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborPostponed to April 30, 2027.
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Nightspots
“All Hallows Eve After Party.”: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiDJ dance party.
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Jazz Jam Session.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborJazz ensemble led by veteran local drummer Pete Siers and saxophonist Kenji Lee (see Blue Llama).
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Weekly Rehearsal: Washtenaw Women’s Community Chorus
MoreEvery Mon. All invited to join this independent local women’s chorus to sing an eclectic program, including classical, folk, Broadway, pop, and jazz. Joshua Marzan directs. 9:30–11:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, rear ground level, 1432 Washtenaw Ave. Free to visitors (dues for those who join; scholarships available). [email protected].
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“Independence Lake Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Mon. Slow/moderate-paced 23-mile ride to Independence Lake on mostly dirt roads. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. (412) 302–9960.
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“Washtenaw Literacy Digital Skills”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreEvery Mon. Adults invited to drop in and get 1-on-1 help navigating websites, emailing, and performing basic computer functions. Noon–2 p.m., AADL Downtown, 3rd fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
MoreEvery Mon. & Thurs. Play open to all skill levels age 18 & up, both non-ACBL-sanctioned (Mon.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.). 12:30–3:30 p.m. (Mon., $5) & noon–3:30 p.m. (Thurs., $9); $1–$2 less for AASC members. 1320 Baldwin. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery Mon.–Thurs., except Nov. 24–26. 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. 4:45 p.m., Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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“Signor Presidente: Giorgia Meloni and the Italian Laboratory”: U-M Center for Europe and Eurasia Teresa Poggi Lecture on Italy and the Mediterranean World
MoreFormer New York Times Rome bureau chief Rachel Donadio discusses contemporary Italian politics. 5–6:30 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 764–3490.
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Observer Editor
“The Chinese Mayor”: U-M Library China Ongoing Perspectives Film Series
MoreOccasional screenings in the Hatcher Library 1st fl. gallery. Enter off the Diag.
Nov. 2: “The Chinese Mayor” (Hao Zhou, 2025). Feature-length documentary that follows the mayor of Datong, China, as he rolls out an ambitious plan to relocate a third of the city’s residents in order to modernize aging infrastructure. Followed by a discussion with the director and U-M urban planning professor Lan Deng. Light refreshments. 5:30 p.m.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Collapsible Paper Boxes”: Ann Arbor District Library
MorePaper craft for adults and kids grade 5 & up. 6–7 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company
MoreEvery Mon., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi.; AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 2621 Plymouth Rd. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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“Pleasure, Desire, and Addiction in the Brain”: U-M Psychology Department/Ann Arbor District Library
MoreTalk by U-M psychology professor Kent Berridge. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200. https://aadl.org/node/673751
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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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Observer Editor
U-M Men’s Basketball
MoreGame vs. Oakland. The U-M plays home games this month against Marquette (Nov. 11, 7 p.m.) and William & Mary (Nov. 15, 2 p.m.). 6 p.m., Crisler Center. Tickets $18 & up at mgoblue.com in advance & (if available) at the gate. (734) 764–0247.
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FreeObserver Editor
Fiber Arts Drop-in: Dzanc House
MoreNov. 2 & 16. All invited to join in crocheting, knitting, embroidering, and other fiber arts. 6–9 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. dzanchouse.org.
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“Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell”: Literati Bookstore Genres Book Club
MoreAll invited to join a discussion of Susanna Clarke’s 2004 speculative fantasy mystery about 2 two men who change England’s history when they bring magic back into the world. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Tickets $5 in advance only at literatibookstore.com (can be redeemed for store credit). (734) 585–5567.
