Week of Events
Sunday, August 9, 2026
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August 9, 2026 -Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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August 9, 2026 -Ypsi Flea Market
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August 9, 2026 -Elemental Ecstatic Dance
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August 9, 2026 -“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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August 9, 2026 -Sunday Artisan Market
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August 9, 2026 -H.A.C. Ultimate
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August 9, 2026 -Contact Improv
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August 9, 2026 -Critter House Open Hours: Leslie Science & Nature Center
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August 9, 2026 -“Creature Encounters & Adult Open Hours”: The Creature Conservancy
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August 9, 2026 -Open Board Games: Sylvan Factory
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August 9, 2026 -16th Annual Ton-Up Motorcycle & Music Festival: Café Racer
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August 9, 2026 -Arts & Crafts Supply Swap: Ann Arbor District Library
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August 9, 2026 -“Megafauna Mystery”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos
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August 9, 2026 -Sunday Fun Day: African American Cultural and Historial Museum of Washtenaw County
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August 9, 2026 -Summer Bash – OPEN HOUSE
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August 9, 2026 -Drop-in Knitting: Spun
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August 9, 2026 -“Wonder Walks: Identifying What’s Around You”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens
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August 9, 2026 -Shape Note Singing: Ann Arbor Sacred Harp
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August 9, 2026 -“Walking with Whales Tour”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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August 9, 2026 -“Steamboat Bill, Jr.”: Michigan Theater
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August 9, 2026 -“Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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August 9, 2026 -“Athena”: Theatre Nova
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August 9, 2026 -“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”: Horizon Performing Arts
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August 9, 2026 -Sunday Drop-in Tour: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
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August 9, 2026 -“Gutenberg! The Musical!”: Penny Seats Theatre
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August 9, 2026 -Steve Somers & Friends
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August 9, 2026 -“Megafauna Mystery”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos
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August 9, 2026 -Let’s Pretend
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August 9, 2026 -“Lady Windermere’s Fan”: Loonlight Theatre
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August 9, 2026 -“Ypsi Photo Walk”: Dzanc House
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August 9, 2026 -“Drag Bingo”: Ann Arbor District Library
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August 9, 2026 -“Underwater Landscape in a Jar”: Ann Arbor District Library
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August 9, 2026 -A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
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August 9, 2026 -“Only Yesterday”: Fathom Entertainment
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August 9, 2026 -“CatVideoFest”: Michigan Theater
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August 9, 2026 -Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings
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August 9, 2026 -Jordan Anderson Trio
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August 9, 2026 -“Tales from the Cryptid: An Improvised Urban Legend”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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August 9, 2026 -Open Blues Jam
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August 9, 2026 -“Only Yesterday”: Fathom Entertainment
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August 9, 2026 -Ballroom Dance Club at the U-M
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August 9, 2026 -Traditional Irish Session: Conor O’Neill’s
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August 9, 2026 -“You Know, for Kids”: 8-Ball Movie Night
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August 9, 2026 -Arnold/Jassi/Kramer
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August 9, 2026 -North Ingalls Band
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August 9, 2026 -Open Mic.
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August 9, 2026 -Jazz Jam Session
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
Every Sun., Tues., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. Dozer Coffee (8 a.m. Sun. & 7 a.m. Tues.), 112 Jackson Plz., (734) 929–9022 & Fleet Feet (7 p.m. Wed.), 123 E. Liberty, (734) 769–5016. Free. fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
Ypsi Flea Market
Show and sale of vintage items ranging from the early 1930s to the 90s, featuring clothing, jewelry, furniture, records, and more. Concessions. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Ypsilanti Freighthouse, 100 Market, Ypsi. Free admission & parking. [email protected], facebook.com/ypsifleaswap.
Elemental Ecstatic Dance
Every Sun. Dancers of all ages and abilities invited for free-form dancing to a variety of recorded music, from EDM to classical and ambient to world music. Wear loose clothes, barefoot or stocking feet. 10:45 a.m.–1 p.m. A2 Yoga, 2030 Commerce. $20 (age 11 & under, free) cash or Venmo (@andjru) at the door only. […]
“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens. The newest program lets participants try out simulated snake senses to experience the world as if they were a snake. No live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
Sunday Artisan Market
Every Sun. Juried market of local handmade arts and crafts, now in its 35th year. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Kerrytown Farmers Market pavilion. Free admission. (734) 913–9622.
H.A.C. Ultimate
Every Sun. All invited to a relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. 11:15 a.m., Fuller Park, just west of the pool & parking lot (or occasionally across the street). Free. (734) 846–9418, [email protected].
Contact Improv
All invited to try this interactive, free-form dance style that involves a rolling point of contact between two or more people through which dancers give and share weight. No partner required; beginners welcome. Preceded at 10:30 a.m. by a lesson. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Gretchen’s House, 2340 Oak Valley Dr. $15 ($25 includes lesson). Preregistration required […]
Critter House Open Hours: Leslie Science & Nature Center
Every Sat. & Sun., except Aug. 16. A chance to view LSNC birds of prey and its Critter House animals, which include frogs, turtles, snakes, and other species native to Michigan. Noon–3 p.m., 1831 Traver. $5 suggested donation. (734) 997–1553, lesliesnc.org.
“Creature Encounters & Adult Open Hours”: The Creature Conservancy
Every Sat. & Sun. and Fri. Aug. 7 & 21. On Sat. and Sun., conservancy staffers present and give insights into some animals with superpowers, including an African crested porcupine, a three-banded armadillo, and a frilled dragon at 1 & 4 p.m., and an animal keeper shows a Gila monster at 2 & 3 p.m. […]
Open Board Games: Sylvan Factory
Every Sun. All invited to play one of a wide variety of board games in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Instruction provided. Also, on Aug. 2, game playtesting with Michigame Design Lab (2 p.m.), during which players are invited to try out new board and card games from local designers Bruce Bielawa & Joe Hopkins and […]
16th Annual Ton-Up Motorcycle & Music Festival: Café Racer
Display of motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters, with awards in a variety of different categories at 5:30 p.m. Live music at times TBA by local bands, including local high-octane neo-rockabilly quartet the Atomic BombCatz, retro roots rock ’n’ roll from the Palatinos, greasy garage rock ’n’ roll by Las Drogas, and biker boogie riffs by Electric […]
Arts & Crafts Supply Swap: Ann Arbor District Library
A chance to pick up gently used art supplies the library has collected. Donations accepted before Aug. 2 at all AADL branches. Noon–2 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.
“Megafauna Mystery”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos
Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo for kids age 5 & up that uses museum specimens to explore paleontology and what can be learned from giant bones and fossils. 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
Sunday Fun Day: African American Cultural and Historial Museum of Washtenaw County
A day to celebrate the museum, with free admission, museum tours, family-friendly games and activities, and local food trucks. 1-4 p.m. 3261 Lohr Rd. Free, donations welcome. (734) 761-1717, [email protected], aachm.org.
Summer Bash – OPEN HOUSE
Explore our classrooms, meet our instructors, and let your child try the same hands-on activities featured in our Fall programs. Step inside The Future Innovators Academy and discover what makes learning here different. Every classroom becomes an interactive experience where kids can build, code, design, invent, and create while parents explore our Fall programs. 🎟️ […]
Drop-in Knitting: Spun
Every 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.
“Wonder Walks: Identifying What’s Around You”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens
All invited to join iNaturalist representative and MBGNA intern Austin Melancon for an introduction to this nature identification app and a walk to try out skills. Bring your smartphone with the free iNaturalist app installed. Dress for the weather. Arrival 15 minutes early recommended. 1–2 p.m., Matthaei lobby, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. […]
Shape Note Singing: Ann Arbor Sacred Harp
All invited to join an afternoon of shape note, or sacred harp, singing, an early American form of communal hymn singing. Songbooks available, but singers are encouraged to bring their own. 1–4 p.m., the Ark, 316 S. Main. Free. (734) 478–3394, (734) 995–2519, [email protected].
“Walking with Whales Tour”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Sun. Thirty-minute tour that uses the museum’s specimens to tell the story of prehistoric whales and dolphins, who had 4 limbs and walked on land. 1:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. Limited capacity. Sign up at the welcome desk. (734) 764–0478.
“Steamboat Bill, Jr.”: Michigan Theater
Film screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and U.S. veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar. Aug. 9: "Steamboat Bill, Jr." (Charles Reisner & Buster Keaton, 1928). Silent comedy in which an […]
“Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., June 25–Aug. 30. (See review) Kate Thomsen directs longtime Purple Rose resident playwright Carey Crim’s comedy-drama about a group of old friends gathered to celebrate their friend Emma’s fourth wedding. Together, they revisit their memories of each of her previous three weddings to "the one." Adult language and subject matter. 3 p.m. (Wed., […]
“Athena”: Theatre Nova
Every Fri.–Sun., July 17–Aug. 9. (See review) Shelby R. Seeley directs Gracie Gardner’s play about two competitive teenage girl fencers training for the Junior Olympics. As they spar and navigate a tricky new friendship, each grows in both athletic ability and self-confidence. The New York Times calls it "hugely appealing and stealthily moving." 3 p.m. […]
“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”: Horizon Performing Arts
Aug. 6–9. Connor Thomas Rhoades directs local actors in William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin’s Tony-winning 2004 one-act musical comedy about 6 anxiously overachieving adolescents competing in a spelling bee run by 3 adults who have barely managed to escape childhood themselves. 7 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 1 p.m. (Sat. & Sun.), Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, 911 North […]
Sunday Drop-in Tour: U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
Aug. 9, 23, & 30. Docent-led tours exploring "Highlights of the Kelsey" (Aug. 9 & 30) and "Favorite Objects and Surprising Stories" (Aug. 23). 2–3 p.m., 434 S. State. Free. (734) 764–9304.
“Gutenberg! The Musical!”: Penny Seats Theatre
Aug. 7–22. Emily Wilson-Tobin directs local actors in Anthony King and Scott Brown’s 2-man musical about a pair of aspiring playwrights who perform all the parts in a run-through for potential backers of their new, hilariously ill-advised project—a big, splashy musical about printing press inventor Johannes Gutenberg. Adult themes. 8 p.m. (Thurs., Fri., & Sat.) […]
Steve Somers & Friends
Jazz & blues standards by an ensemble led by WCC jazz guitar instructor Somers.
“Megafauna Mystery”: U-M Museum of Natural History Discovery Demos
Every Sat. & Sun. Hands-on 20-minute family-oriented demo for kids age 5 & up that uses museum specimens to explore paleontology and what can be learned from giant bones and fossils. 12:30 & 2:30 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
Let’s Pretend
Jazz, country, and pop tunes by this local trio led by bassist Tim Berla and fronted by vocalist Naya Loftus.
“Lady Windermere’s Fan”: Loonlight Theatre
Aug. 6–9. Darla Hand directs local actors in an outdoor production of Oscar Wilde’s sharp 1892 comedy about the very proper Lady Windermere, who comes to believe her husband is having an affair, leading to gossip, misunderstandings, and drama. The production features live musical accompaniment, and is set in a garden-party atmosphere against the backdrop […]
“Ypsi Photo Walk”: Dzanc House
Photographers of all skill levels with any kind of camera invited to walk together around Ypsi and take pictures. 3–4 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. dzanchouse.org/all-events.
“Drag Bingo”: Ann Arbor District Library
All invited to play a fun-filled round of bingo hosted by local drag queen Jadein Black. Prizes. 3–4 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
“Underwater Landscape in a Jar”: Ann Arbor District Library
Adults & teens invited to hot glue animal figurines, fake plants, sea shells, and other tiny objects to create an underwater scene in a glass jar. 3–4:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
Every Thurs.–Sun., June 4–Sept. 28. Local musicians TBA perform at several locations along Main downtown. Rain cancels. 4 p.m. Thurs.–Sun., S. Main between E. Washington & W. William. For the complete lineup, go to mainstreetannarbor.org/a2-summer-streets. Free.
“Only Yesterday”: Fathom Entertainment
(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events & at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline). Aug. 9 & 11: "Only Yesterday" (Isao Takahata, 1991). Dubbed (Tues.) & subtitled (Thurs.) screenings of this Japanese anime drama about an unmarried workaholic office […]
“CatVideoFest”: Michigan Theater
Film screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and U.S. veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar. Aug. 7–9: "CatVideoFest" (various directors, 2026). Compilation of funny and cute online cat videos. A portion […]
Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings
Local 10-piece big band led by tubaist Chris Smith that specializes in the old-time big band music of the late 1920s and early 1930s associated with Jelly Roll Morton and King Oliver.
“Tales from the Cryptid: An Improvised Urban Legend”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
Aug. 9 & 16. A fully unscripted one-act theatrical show about the appearance of a new cryptid that shakes up a small town. 6–7 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & $18 (if available) at the door.
Open Blues Jam
Performers of all skill levels invited. Hosted by James Bourland & the Staches, a local quintet fronted by Bourland, a singer-guitarist who specializes in all forms of American roots music. 6–9 p.m.
“Only Yesterday”: Fathom Entertainment
(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events & at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline). Aug. 9 & 11: "Only Yesterday" (Isao Takahata, 1991). Dubbed (Tues.) & subtitled (Thurs.) screenings of this Japanese anime drama about an unmarried workaholic office […]
Ballroom Dance Club at the U-M
Every Sun. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including foxtrots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 6 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. 7–9 p.m., Michigan Union Ballroom. $5 ($10 includes lessons). (734) 763–6984.
Traditional Irish Session: Conor O’Neill’s
Every Sun. All invited to join or listen to an instrumental jam session. 7–9 p.m., 318 S. Main. Free. (734) 665–2968.
“You Know, for Kids”: 8-Ball Movie Night
8ballmovienight.weebly.com. All age 21 & older are invited to watch 2 films each night, with trivia about each at intermission. Prizes. Free snacks. 8 Ball Saloon (201 S. First St.). 7 p.m.–midnight, preshow starts at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9: "You Know, for Kids." Two movies about twisted toy companies: Toys (Barry Levinson, 1992), surreal comedy […]
Arnold/Jassi/Kramer
Local world music–inflected jazz ensemble of drummer Jesse Kramer, guitarist John Arnold, and bassist & vocalist Pathe Jassi.
North Ingalls Band
U-M student indie pop-folk groove septet. Tonight they are joined by Ananda Murari, an Ypsi pop-folk singer-songwriter. whose work is influenced by Indian music. $24.
Jazz Jam Session
Jazz ensemble led by Kenji Lee, a local saxophonist whose expressive brand of jazz draws on Japanese folk music, Western classical music, and punk.
Monday, August 10, 2026
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August 10, 2026 -“Independence Lake Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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August 10, 2026 -Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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August 10, 2026 -“Introductory Woodcarving: Alligators Two Ways”: Ann Arbor District Library
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August 10, 2026 -“Summer Game Mixer”: Ann Arbor District Library
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August 10, 2026 -Joe Summers & Pete Bullard
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August 10, 2026 -Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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August 10, 2026 -Drop-in Knitting: Spun
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August 10, 2026 -Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
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August 10, 2026 -“All About Romance”: Ann Arbor District Library Emerging Writers Workshop
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August 10, 2026 -Group Runs: A2 Runners
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August 10, 2026 -“Tales from Earthsea”: Fathom Entertainment
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August 10, 2026 -Scandinavian Music Jam
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August 10, 2026 -Opera by the Glass: Comic Opera Guild
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August 10, 2026 -Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
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August 10, 2026 -The High Kings
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August 10, 2026 -Comedy Show: The Blind Pig
“Independence Lake Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Mon. Slow/moderate-paced 23-mile ride to Independence Lake on mostly dirt roads. See aabts.org for weather cancelations or delays. 9 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. (412) 302–9960.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
Every Mon. & Thurs. Play open to all skill levels age 18 & up, both non-sanctioned (Mon.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.). 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.
“Introductory Woodcarving: Alligators Two Ways”: Ann Arbor District Library
Aug. 10 & 20 (different times). Adults & teens invited to learn woodcarving basics, then carve 2 small alligators to take home. 1–3 p.m. (Aug. 10) & 5:30–7:30 p.m. (Aug. 20), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
“Summer Game Mixer”: Ann Arbor District Library
Drop-in crafts for kids, along with activities for AADL Summer Game players. 5:30–7 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
Every Sat., Mon., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.) or a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.). AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 901 W. Eisenhower; Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi; and AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 2621 […]
Drop-in Knitting: Spun
Every 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.
Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
Every Mon. Moderate-paced 20-mile ride to Dexter and back, often with a rest stop along the way. Riders must wear a helmet and bring water and supplies to fix a flat tire. 6 p.m. (nonmembers must come 10 minutes early to sign a club waiver), Barton Nature Area, 1010 W. Huron River Dr. Free. annarborveloclub.org. […]
“All About Romance”: Ann Arbor District Library Emerging Writers Workshop
Area writers Elle Wright, Catherine Stein, Darci St. John, and Jordan Bloom discuss writing authentic relationships, avoiding common pitfalls, and finding a unique voice in the world of romance. Moderated by young adult novelist Bethany Neal. Also, Neal and local writer and editor Alex Kourvo host a write-in session at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 12, […]
Group Runs: A2 Runners
Every Mon. & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced 3- to 5-mile group run, followed by socializing at a downtown coffee shop. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Kerrytown Clock Tower. Preregistration requested at meetup.com/a2runners. Free. [email protected].
“Tales from Earthsea”: Fathom Entertainment
(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events & at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline). Aug. 8 & 10: "Tales from Earthsea" (Gorō Miyazaki, 2006). Dubbed (Sat.) & subtitled (Mon.) screenings of this Japanese anime fantasy based on the Ursula […]
Scandinavian Music Jam
Aug. 10 & 24. Bruce Sagan leads an acoustic jam session devoted to traditional music from Sweden and Norway. All instruments welcome, no experience necessary. 7:30–9:30 p.m., location TBA; email [email protected]. Free.
Opera by the Glass: Comic Opera Guild
Local singers perform arias and art songs by Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, Gilbert & Sullivan, and others. 7:30 p.m. (seating begins at 6 p.m.), 734 Brewing Company, 15 E. Cross, Ypsi. Free; donations accepted. Buy your own food & drink. Reservations required at bit.ly/operaontapreservations or email [email protected]. (734) 678–2782.
Tartan and Thistle Scottish Country Dancers
Every Mon. Learn to dance jigs, reels, and strathspeys. All dances taught. Usually with live music by Susie Lorand, Josh Burdick, and friends. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Pittsfield Grange, 3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $10 suggested donation (first-timers free). (734) 274–0773.
Comedy Show: The Blind Pig
Every Mon. Performances from up to 15 aspiring stand-up comics from around the state. Local comics emcee. Age 21 & up only. Free candy. 8–9:30 p.m., 208 S. First St. Free. (734) 996–8555.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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August 11, 2026 -Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
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August 11, 2026 -“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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August 11, 2026 -Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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August 11, 2026 -Collage Making: Ann Arbor District Library
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August 11, 2026 -Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club
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August 11, 2026 -“Fast Friends”: Alyvia Autism Center
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August 11, 2026 -U-M Men’s Soccer
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August 11, 2026 -Appreciation Jamboree at County Farm Park: Postcards for Patriots
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August 11, 2026 -Game Night: Sylvan Factory
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August 11, 2026 -Letterpress Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
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August 11, 2026 -Easy Street Jazz Band
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August 11, 2026 -Drop-in Knitting: Spun
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August 11, 2026 -“Dog and Suds Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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August 11, 2026 -Touch Rugby: U-M Rugby Football Club
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August 11, 2026 -“Indicators of Healthy Streams”: Stewardship Network Stewards’ Circle
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August 11, 2026 -Tuesday Night Workouts: Ann Arbor Track Club
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August 11, 2026 -“Only Yesterday”: Fathom Entertainment
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August 11, 2026 -Fantasy and Science Fiction/Theory Reading Group: U-M English Department
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August 11, 2026 -Women’s A Cappella Chorus Rehearsal: Voices in Harmony
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August 11, 2026 -Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
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August 11, 2026 -Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
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August 11, 2026 -Shape Note Singing: Ypsi Shape Note Group
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August 11, 2026 -“Single Box Management”: Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers
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August 11, 2026 -“The Player”: Michigan Theater
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August 11, 2026 -Pitch-a-Friend at Hear.Say Brewing
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August 11, 2026 -Fink
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August 11, 2026 -Possum Belly
Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
Every Sun., Tues., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. Dozer Coffee (8 a.m. Sun. & 7 a.m. Tues.), 112 Jackson Plz., (734) 929–9022 & Fleet Feet (7 p.m. Wed.), 123 E. Liberty, (734) 769–5016. Free. fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens. The newest program lets participants try out simulated snake senses to experience the world as if they were a snake. No live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
Every Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 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].
Collage Making: Ann Arbor District Library
A chance for adults and kids age 5 & up to make collages out of old magazines. 2–4 p.m., AADL Pittsfield. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club
Every Tues. All invited to play the classic word game, using the 5th-edition Scrabble dictionary. Bring your own set, if you like. 3:30–8 p.m., Arbor Brewing Company Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. meetup.com/ann-arbor-scrabble-meetup. [email protected].
“Fast Friends”: Alyvia Autism Center
All young adults ages 18-30 on the autism spectrum are invited to take an hour-long social skills masterclass led by center clinical director Kirsten Willar, followed by a series 1:1 five-minute table conversations to use those skills and meet new friends. Light refreshments. No parents allowed. 4-7 p.m., Zingerman’s Deli, 422 Detroit St. Preregistration required […]
U-M Men’s Soccer
Exhibition match vs. Cleveland State. The U-M has another exhibition match this month against Saginaw Valley (Aug. 14, 4 p.m.) and regular home season games against Loyola Marymount (Aug. 20, 6 p.m.), Niagara (Aug. 27, 4 p.m.), and Southern Illinois–Edwardsville (Aug. 30, 2 p.m.). 4 p.m., U-M Soccer Stadium, 2250 S. State. $6 & $8 […]
Appreciation Jamboree at County Farm Park: Postcards for Patriots
Postcards for Patriots annual volunteer celebration and Fall projects kickoff event. Meet fellow volunteers, learn about our next campaign, with treats (for a light supper and dessert, plus the Ice Cream Truck) and prizes. New volunteers welcomed. County Farm Park, 2300 Platt Road. Free. Equalityingov.org
Game Night: Sylvan Factory
Every Tues. All invited to play one of a selection of board games, assemble a puzzle, paint miniatures, or try a tabletop role-playing game, all in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Also, at 6 p.m., RPG One Shots, introductory games of different tabletop role-playing games perfect for beginners, finished after one session (see website for this […]
Letterpress Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
Aug. 8, 11, 18, & 29 (different times). A chance for adults to learn the basics of printing with movable type. Noon–2 p.m. (Aug. 8), 5–7 p.m. (Aug. 11 & 18), and 1–3 p.m. (Aug. 29), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Easy Street Jazz Band
Early jazz classics from Scott Joplin and Bessie Smith to Louis Armstrong and beyond by this veteran local septet led by trombonist Terry Kimura.
Drop-in Knitting: Spun
Every 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.
“Dog and Suds Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Tues. Moderate-paced ride, 20 to 30 miles, along the less-traveled roads west and north of Chelsea. See aabts.org for weather cancelations or delays. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Start location occasionally changes. Free. (734) 662–0205.
Touch Rugby: U-M Rugby Football Club
Every Tues. & Thurs. All invited to play a low-contact version of rugby. Beginners welcome. 6–7:30 p.m., Riverside Park, 1000 Canal. Free. [email protected].
“Indicators of Healthy Streams”: Stewardship Network Stewards’ Circle
All invited to take a walk along Mill Creek and discuss how the stream and river health has evolved after a dam was removed more than 15 years ago. 6–7 p.m., Mill Creek Park parking lot, 3000 Broad, Dexter. Free. [email protected], stewardshipnetwork.org/huron-arbor-cluster.
Tuesday Night Workouts: Ann Arbor Track Club
Every Tues. Runners of all skill levels ages 14 & up invited to participate in short, intense interval workouts. Arrive at 6:20 p.m. to warm up. 6:30 p.m., Ferry Field, 1150 S. State. Visitors free; $30/year membership for regular participants. Preregistration required at aatrackclub.org/interval-workouts.
“Only Yesterday”: Fathom Entertainment
(734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events & at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline). Aug. 9 & 11: "Only Yesterday" (Isao Takahata, 1991). Dubbed (Tues.) & subtitled (Thurs.) screenings of this Japanese anime drama about an unmarried workaholic office […]
Fantasy and Science Fiction/Theory Reading Group: U-M English Department
All age 21 & over invited to discuss (via Zoom) The Life Impossible, Matt Haig’s strange, heartwarming 2024 novel about the adventures of a retired schoolteacher in the Mediterranean. 7–9 p.m., via Zoom. Free. For questions, virtual access: [email protected].
Women’s A Cappella Chorus Rehearsal: Voices in Harmony
Every Tues. Women singers invited to join a rehearsal of this local 40-member a cappella barbershop harmony chorus. 7–9:30 p.m., UAW Local 898, 8975 Textile, Ypsi. Free to visitors (dues for those who join). (734) 765–3611, [email protected], voicesinharmonychorus.org.
Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
Every Tues., except Aug. 18. Singers of all ages and genders invited to join rehearsals of this award-winning a cappella chorus. 7–8:45 p.m., First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4001 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free to visitors; call ahead or check website (dues for those who join). (734) 796–7467, [email protected], hvharmonizers.org.
Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
Every Tues. Historical and traditional English dancing to live music. All dances taught and prompted; no complicated steps, and no partner or experience needed. Bring clean, flat, nonslip shoes. First-timers asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. 7–9:30 p.m., Concourse Hall, 4531 Concourse. Suggested donation $8–$12 (students, $4; kids age 13 & under with caregiver, free). […]
Shape Note Singing: Ypsi Shape Note Group
Aug. 11 & 25. All invited to join an evening of this early American form of hymn singing that uses musical notation with distinct shapes to make learning easier. Songbooks available, but singers encouraged to bring their own. No experience required. 7–9 p.m., Riverside Arts Center, Off Center Bldg., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. […]
“Single Box Management”: Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers
Talk by Mike Sautter, a veteran beekeeper who manages over 100 colonies and specializes in hive inspections and troubleshooting. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a beginners’ Q&A session. 7–9 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Also available online at home. Free; metered parking. a2b2club.org.
“The Player”: Michigan Theater
Film screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and U.S. veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar. Aug. 11: "The Player" (Robert Altman, 1992). Satire about a Hollywood studio executive who murders an […]
Pitch-a-Friend at Hear.Say Brewing
Pitch-A-Friend is a free, in-person event where friends give a 3-5 minute presentation about their amazing single friends to a live audience in a unique mashup of trivia night energy and matchmaking vibes. After the presentations, stick around for our mingle hour! Also designed for making friends. Free to attend, 21+. Sign up to pitch […]
Fink
Sparse, pulsating folk-rock soaked in 70s nostalgia by this English band led by singer-songwriter, and former dance music DJ, Fin Greenall. “The sound here is rooted in folk, but buoyed by Greenhall’s upbringing in dance and electronic music always grooves and pulses,” writes Under the Radar in a review of his brand-new album The City […]
Possum Belly
Detroit-based grungy hard rock band with dusty Americana undertones. Openers: the Detroit blues-rock and southern-rock band Armada Lodge and the Livonia alt-rock band Blind Season. Followed by stand-up comedy sets by local comics Alex Bradley, Skippy Rose, Zach Pearlman, and Julianna Loera Wiggins.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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August 12, 2026 -“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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August 12, 2026 -“Food Safety”: Ann Arbor Farmers Market Cooking Demonstration
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August 12, 2026 -Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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August 12, 2026 -“Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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August 12, 2026 -Board Game Night: Argus Farm Stop
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August 12, 2026 -Magic: The Gathering (MTG): Sylvan Factory
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August 12, 2026 -Game Night: Sylvan Factory
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August 12, 2026 -“West Side Nite Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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August 12, 2026 -Board Game Night: Bløm Mead + Cider
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August 12, 2026 -“Summer Bird Pastels”: Ann Arbor District Library
“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
Every Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens. The newest program lets participants try out simulated snake senses to experience the world as if they were a snake. No live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
“Food Safety”: Ann Arbor Farmers Market Cooking Demonstration
Market vendors demonstrate how to prepare various foods safely. With recipes and samples. 11 a.m.–noon, Farmers Market Pavilion, Kerrytown. Free. a2gov.org/market.
Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
Every Sat., Fri., & Wed. 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. 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.) & noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.). Free. [email protected].
“Emma’s Wedding(s)”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
Every Wed.–Sun., June 25–Aug. 30. (See review) Kate Thomsen directs longtime Purple Rose resident playwright Carey Crim’s comedy-drama about a group of old friends gathered to celebrate their friend Emma’s fourth wedding. Together, they revisit their memories of each of her previous three weddings to "the one." Adult language and subject matter. 3 p.m. (Wed., […]
Board Game Night: Argus Farm Stop
Aug. 12 & 26. All invited to participate in a relaxed evening of board games. If you want, bring a game to share. 4–7 p.m., 1200 Packard. Free; food & drink for sale. (734) 997–5448, argusfarmstop.com.
Magic: The Gathering (MTG): Sylvan Factory
Every 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. Wed. (6 p.m.): "Pauper." A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5. Wed. […]
Game Night: Sylvan Factory
Every Tues. All invited to play one of a selection of board games, assemble a puzzle, paint miniatures, or try a tabletop role-playing game, all in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Also, at 6 p.m., RPG One Shots, introductory games of different tabletop role-playing games perfect for beginners, finished after one session (see website for this […]
“West Side Nite Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
Every Wed. Slow/moderate-paced ride, 10 to 30 miles, along the B2B Trail to Hudson Mills Metropark and/or Dexter-Huron Metropark with a possible visit to the Dexter Dairy Queen. This ride is a favorite with newcomers and casual riders. See aabts.org for weather cancelations or delays. 5 p.m. sharp, meet at Forest Lawn Cemetery parking lot, […]
Board Game Night: Bløm Mead + Cider
Every Wed. All invited to play popular board games. Use provided games or bring your own. 5–10 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
“Summer Bird Pastels”: Ann Arbor District Library
Adults & teens invited to use vibrantly colored powdered pastel pigments to make portraits of the waterfowl that visit the pond outside the AADL Pittsfield branch. 5–7 p.m., AADL Pittsfield. Free. (734) 327–4200.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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Friday, August 14, 2026
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Saturday, August 15, 2026
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