Week of Events
Sunday, December 27, 2026
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December 27, 2026 -“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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December 27, 2026 -Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings.
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December 27, 2026 -Jazz Jam Session.
“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Thurs.–Sun., Nov. 27–Jan. 3. Dan Cooney directs this local professional company in Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge’s 2014 stage musical, an adaptation of the 1942 Irving Berlin film about a singer-dancer who leaves Broadway to settle down in the countryside. When he meets a spirited schoolteacher who longs to perform, he decides to turn his […]
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.
Jazz Jam Session.
Jazz ensemble led by veteran local drummer Pete Siers and saxophonist Kenji Lee (see Blue Llama).
Monday, December 28, 2026
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December 28, 2026 -Michigan Marching Band Practice
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December 28, 2026 -Paul Keller Orchestra.
Michigan Marching Band Practice
Every 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 […]
Paul Keller Orchestra.
Award-winning 14-piece big band led by bassist Keller and featuring vocalist Sarah D’Angelo and occasional guest vocalists. Also, each week features a middle set by a guest college or high school student ensemble.
Tuesday, December 29, 2026
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December 29, 2026 -“Come As You Are” Memory Café: Dementia Friendly Services
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December 29, 2026 -Michigan Marching Band Practice
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December 29, 2026 -Easy Street Jazz Band.
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December 29, 2026 -EMU Women’s Basketball vs. Davenport
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December 29, 2026 -Jake Reichbart.
“Come As You Are” Memory Café: Dementia Friendly Services
Memory Cafés are comfortable social gatherings in dementia friendly venues that allow people experiencing memory loss and a loved one to connect, socialize, and build new support networks. Cafés are […]
Michigan Marching Band Practice
Every 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 […]
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.
EMU Women’s Basketball vs. Davenport
Eastern Michigan University women's basketball hosts Davenport at the George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti. Tickets start at $8; EMU students receive free admission through the Flight Crew program. Buy […]
Wednesday, December 30, 2026
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December 30, 2026 -Michigan Marching Band Practice
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December 30, 2026 -Jake Reichbart.
Michigan Marching Band Practice
Every 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 […]
Thursday, December 31, 2026
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December 31, 2026 -Michigan Marching Band Practice
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December 31, 2026 -Jake Reichbart.
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December 31, 2026 -“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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December 31, 2026 -The Pherotones.
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December 31, 2026 -Open Mic.
Michigan Marching Band Practice
Every 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 […]
“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Thurs.–Sun., Nov. 27–Jan. 3. Dan Cooney directs this local professional company in Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge’s 2014 stage musical, an adaptation of the 1942 Irving Berlin film about a singer-dancer who leaves Broadway to settle down in the countryside. When he meets a spirited schoolteacher who longs to perform, he decides to turn his […]
The Pherotones.
A wide range of jazz and jazzed-up popular music, from the 1920s to the present, by this all-star local quintet. With trumpeter Ross Huff, pianist Giancarlo Aversa, bassist Brennan Andes, violinist Jordan Adema, and drummer Wes Fritzemeier.
Friday, January 1, 2027
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January 1, 2027 -Rick Burgess Trio.
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January 1, 2027 -“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Rick Burgess Trio.
Jazz ensemble, named after the late jazz pianist and Earle cofounder Burgess, featuring drummer Robert Warren and a rotating roster of bassists and pianists.
“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Thurs.–Sun., Nov. 27–Jan. 3. Dan Cooney directs this local professional company in Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge’s 2014 stage musical, an adaptation of the 1942 Irving Berlin film about a singer-dancer who leaves Broadway to settle down in the countryside. When he meets a spirited schoolteacher who longs to perform, he decides to turn his […]
Saturday, January 2, 2027
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January 2, 2027 -“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
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January 2, 2027 -Rick Burgess Trio.
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January 2, 2027 -“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Thurs.–Sun., Nov. 27–Jan. 3. Dan Cooney directs this local professional company in Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge’s 2014 stage musical, an adaptation of the 1942 Irving Berlin film about a singer-dancer who leaves Broadway to settle down in the countryside. When he meets a spirited schoolteacher who longs to perform, he decides to turn his […]
Rick Burgess Trio.
Jazz ensemble, named after the late jazz pianist and Earle cofounder Burgess, featuring drummer Robert Warren and a rotating roster of bassists and pianists.
“Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn”: The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Thurs.–Sun., Nov. 27–Jan. 3. Dan Cooney directs this local professional company in Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge’s 2014 stage musical, an adaptation of the 1942 Irving Berlin film about a singer-dancer who leaves Broadway to settle down in the countryside. When he meets a spirited schoolteacher who longs to perform, he decides to turn his […]
