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    Open Mic.: Tap Room

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    Tap Room 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    All musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.

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    “Dance Marathon.”: Blind Pig

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    Blind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor

    Dance party hosted by this U-M student group, with U-M student bands Square Change, 5twelve, and Carouselle. A benefit for Mott Children’s Hospital. $20.

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    Ann Arbor Stamp Show: Ann Arbor Stamp Club

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    Nov. 6 & 7. This venerable annual stamp show, Michigan’s largest, features 23 dealers and 2 auction firms from 13 states selling US and foreign stamps, covers, postcards, and collector supplies. Also, displays of stamps and postal history, a youth area with free stamps and supplies for beginning stamp collectors, a global postcard exchange, and more. The UN Postal Administration and the US Postal Service, an event cosponsor, sell recent issues. Food available. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Fri.) & 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (Sat.), WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Free admission. Sign-in and name tags required. (734) 761–5859, [email protected], annarborstampclub.org.

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    Choosing your Medicare options wisely: Michigan Medicine

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    Join Michigan Medicine and the University of Michigan Institute for Healthcare Policy & Innovation for a free virtual event on navigating Medicare options.

    Experts will discuss recent research on Medicare decision-making, coverage considerations, changes to Medicare Part D, cost-saving programs and where to turn for help choosing coverage that best meets your needs and budget.

    Register to receive a link to view the discussion live or as a recording, and to submit a question for consideration: https://michmed.org/mKvkR

    The event will also be livestreamed on Michigan Medicine social media.

    https://michmed.org/VR9XY

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    U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater

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    Every 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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    Mary Ann Kirt.: Ypsi Alehouse

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    Ypsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti

    Pop-folk and indie rock originals by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

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    Dave Moore.: The Ranch

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    The Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann Arbor

    Outlaw country and 90s country covers by this mid-Michigan singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.

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    Friday Night Music at Lake Forest Golf Club: Lake Forest Golf Club

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    3110 West Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor

    🎶✨ Friday Nights Glow at Lake Forest Golf Club! ✨🎶

    The sun may set earlier, but Friday nights are just getting started!

    Enjoy the warm glow of the lights, great live music, delicious food, and your favorite cocktails. 🍷🎹

    🍸 Happy Hour | 3–5 PM
    🎶 Live Music | 5–8 PM
    🌙 Open until 8 PM

    The sun sets early. The good times don’t have to.

    Gather your friends and make Friday night an Ellsworth night!
    www.ellsworthannarbor.com

    📍 3110 W. Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor
    📞 734-994-8580, Ext.

    www.lakeforestgc.com

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    Turtledoves.: North Star Lounge

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    North Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor

    Ambient indie pop duo from Cincinnati. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.

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    Drop-in Line Dancing: Pittsfield Recreation Center

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    701 W. Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor

    Enjoy Drop-In Line Dancing, Friday, November 6, 2026, 6 pm- 7:30 pm at the Pittsfield Recreation Center, SW corner of Ellsworth and S. State Street, Ann Arbor. Adults and children (eight & up, if accompanied by a parent or grandparent) are invited! Wear comfortable clothes and soft-soled shoes or boots. Learn three or more “absolute” beginner line dances. The price is $7 if pre-registered at www.recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov or $10 at the door.

    www.recreation-pittsfield-mi.gov

    $7 – $10
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    “How To: Programmable LEDs”: Ann Arbor District Library

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    Adults & teens invited to learn how to use a WLED light controller to set up holiday decorations and other programmable lighting. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.