Events
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“Growing Future Gardeners”: Ann Arbor Farm & Garden
MoreTalk by U-M Alumni Association Camp Michigania associate director Kelley Stearns about this transformative summer camp. 12:30 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $5. Preregistration required by noon Nov. 5 at annarborfarmandgarden.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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FreeObserver Editor
“The Tribute: The 1963 March on Washington and the Gendered Politics of Freedom”: U-M Institute for Historical Studies Lecture Series
MoreUniversity of Pennsylvania African American studies professor Marcia Chatelain discusses Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech from the vantage point of gender dynamics. 4–6 p.m., 1014 Tisch Hall, 435 S. State. Free. (734) 615–7400.
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FreeObserver Editor
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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Rae Klein: EMU Visiting Artist Speaker Series
MoreTalk by this Grass Lake–based oil painter, an EMU alum. Her moody surrealist paintings frequently depict haunted domestic objects. Followed by Q&A. 5–6 p.m., EMU Strong Hall, rm. 100, W. Circle Dr., Ypsi. Free. (501) 920–4386, [email protected], today.emich.edu/calendar/2026/11/12/17238
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“Side Effects: How Abortion Bans Impact Everyone’s Health”: U-M Institute for Research on Women & Gender
MorePolitico senior health care reporter Miranda Ollstein is joined by KFF Health News chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner to discuss her new book. 5–6:30 p.m., Rackham Amphitheater. Free. (734) 764-9537.
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Nightspots
Kathy Wieland.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborLocal singer-songwriter who plays witty and thoughtful pop-folk. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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“Voices of Dissent”: U-M Stamps School of Art & Design Penny Stamps Speaker Series
MoreStage performance, inspired by Howard Zinn’s A People’s History of the United States, that combines dramatic readings with live musical performances to bring the words of ordinary people throughout US history to life. Featuring performances by actor David Strathairn, singer-songwriter Allison Moorer, and Detroit singer Thornetta Davis. Directed by Anthony Arnove. 5:30–7 p.m., Michigan Theater. Free. (734) 936–0671, stamps.umich.edu.
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FreeObserver Editor
Breadboard Electric Piano: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAll invited to follow a simple diagram to make an electric piano using simple computer circuitry. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. 327–4200.
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“Small Bite Sessions”: Zingerman’s Deli
MoreNov. 12, 13, & 18. Zingerman’s staff lead short tastings of a variety of cheddar cheeses (Nov. 12), alpine cheeses (Nov. 13), and Thanksgiving breads (Nov. 18). 6–6:30 p.m., Zingerman’s Deli, 422 Detroit St. $15. Preregistration required at zingermansdeli.com/events. (734) 663–3354.
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FreeObserver Editor
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company
MoreEvery Mon., Thurs., & Sat. (different AARC locations), except Nov. 26. 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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“All That I’m Asking”: Ann Arbor Jewish Book Series
MoreLocal author Ellen Halter discusses her new coming-of-age novel, set in New York in the late 1960s, about a college-aged woman and her struggles with grief, financial hardship, and a series of personal and political upheavals. 6–7 p.m., JCC, 2935 Birch Hollow. $12.50, preregistration required at jlive.app/events/17947. (734) 971–0990, jccannarbor.org.
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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
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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FreeObserver Editor
“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
MoreEvery Thurs., except Nov. 26. 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
“The Rise and Fall of the NCAA: How We Got Into This Mess”: U-M Bentley Historical Library Making Michigan Series
MoreTalk by U-M lecturer Greg Dooley. Refreshments. 6–8 p.m., Detroit Observatory, 1398 E. Ann. Free, preregistration recommended at detroitobservatory.umich.edu. (734) 763–2230.
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Nightspots
Steve Somers & Friends.: El Limon
MoreEl Limon 2709 PlymouthJazz & blues standards by an ensemble led by WCC jazz guitar instructor Somers.
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Observer Editor
Board Game Night: Vault of Midnight
MoreAll invited to play popular board games, from easy to advanced. “Game clerics” on hand to answer questions. 6–9 p.m., 219 S. Main. $10. Preregistration required (usually sells out) at vaultofmidnight.com/events.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Clarity Before Crisis: Beyond Financial, Legal, and Healthcare Guidance for Aging, Caregiving, and Family Legacy”: Schuler Books
MoreMichigan-based financial planner Benjamin Bolen discusses his new book. 6:30 p.m., Westgate Shopping Center. Free; preregistration requested at schulerbooks.com/events. (734) 662–0600.
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“Bring Me Men … Brought Women: Marching with the First Female Cadets at the US Air Force Academy”: Gerald Ford Presidential Library
MoreRetired Air Force officer Kathleen Kornahrens discusses her new book which chronicles the academy’s first co-ed class in 1980. 6:30–7:30 p.m., Ford Library Auditorium, 1000 Beal. Free. (734) 205–0555.
