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Ann Arbor Bridge Club
MoreEvery Wed. All invited to play friendly, competitive ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge. Arrive 20 minutes early if coming without a partner. Call before coming to check that the game is being held. 7–10:30 p.m., Walden Hills clubhouse, 2114 Pauline (park in marked spaces in the lot on the north side of Pauline). $6 per person. (734) 945–6021.
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Live Production Electronic Music: GearLords
More206 W Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
GearLords is an electronic music showcase for hardware/live set musicians (i.e. no turntable/CDJs/computer) in the region. Techno/hip hop beats/house/ambient music made live on the spot! This is our 53rd or so show in 3 years and we would LOVE to meet some new people!
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The Jim White Trio.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann Arbor2 sets by this highly regarded avant garde ensemble led by Australian percussionist White best known as a member of the instrumental rock band Dirty Three. With Fugazi guitarist Guy Picciotto and Detroit multi-instrumentalist Colleen Burke. Second set is sold out.
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FrostisRad.: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborDetroit-area alt-rock band. Openers: the Canton metalcore and post-hardcore band Walking Down Main, the Detroit-area underground metal band Neon Coma, and the Toledo deathcore band Death Hex. $14.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Fall Migration in Nichols Arboretum”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
MoreEvery Thurs., Sept. 3–Oct. 29. WBNA members lead a hike through the Arb to look for fall warblers and other southbound migrants. Birders of all skill levels welcome. 8–11 a.m., meet in the cul-de-sac at the end of Riverview. (off Geddes near the east end of Dow Field). Free. washtenawbna.org.
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“Fall Garden Tips/Chores”: Good Thyme Garden Club
MoreTalk by master gardener Carol Brodbeck. 10 a.m., Arbor Hospice, 2366 Oak Valley Dr.; enter from rear of building. Free. infoaagtgc@gmail.com.
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2026 Saline Community Fair
MoreSept. 2–6. Old-fashioned community fair featuring agricultural and craft exhibits, carnival rides every day (open at 4 p.m. weekdays, 1 p.m. weekends), and a variety of special events, including a dog of the year contest (winners announced 5:30 p.m. Fri.), touch a truck (10 a.m. Thurs.), an instrument petting zoo (11 a.m.–1 p.m. Thurs.) led by members of the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, a talent show (6:30 p.m. Fri.), a rodeo (7 p.m. Fri.), the USA Auto Cross Championship Derby (7 p.m. Sun.), livestock shows & auctions, tractor & draft horse pulls, a reptile show, a euchre tournament, and more. Live music includes popular Michigan-based a cappella comedy & music quartet Three Men and a Tenor (6 p.m. Sat.), renowned touring student fiddle ensemble the Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic (3 p.m. Sun.), and more. See salinefair.org for complete schedule. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. (Wed.–Sat.) & 10 a.m.–9 p.m. (Sun.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $5 (Wed.) & $10 (Thurs.–Sun.). Ride armbands $22–$25. [email protected].
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FreeObserver Editor
“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery 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 (sight, hearing, and smell) 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.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
MoreEvery Thurs. & Mon., except Sept. 7. Play open to all skill levels age 18 & up, both ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.) and non-sanctioned (Mon.). 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.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
MoreEvery 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].
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FreeObserver Editor
A2 Summer Streets Music Series: Main Street Area Association
MoreEvery Thurs.–Sun., June 4–Sept. 28. Local musicians TBA perform at several locations along Main St. 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.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery Mon.–Thurs. (except Sept. 7). The 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., new Elbel Field, Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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FreeObserver Editor
Sign Making Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAdults and kids age 5 & up invited to drop in and create a custom sign. 5–7 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Nature Nerds Book Club”: Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation
MoreAll invited to share outdoor memories and read aloud from Barbara Kingsolver’s 2000 novel, Prodigal Summer. 5:30–6:30 p.m., Natural Area Preservation Office, 3875 E. Huron River Dr. Free, preregistration required at tinyurl.com/a2parksrec or (734) 794–6250. [email protected].
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Nightspots
Deacon Earl.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborLansing blues singer-songwriter who accompanies himself on guitar and harmonica. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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Drop-in Euchre Open Play: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAdults & teens invited to play casual euchre. Rule cards provided; no instruction. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
MoreEvery Thurs., Sat., & Mon. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Touch Rugby: U-M Rugby Football Club
MoreEvery Tues. & Thurs. All invited to play a low-contact version of rugby. Beginners welcome. 6–7:30 p.m., Riverside Park, 1000 Canal St. Free. [email protected].
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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
“Mid-Century Modern Ann Arbor: The Architecture of Alden B. Dow”: Ann Arbor District Library Author Event
MoreAlden B. Dow Home & Studio director Craig McDonald discusses his new book about this famous Michigan architect and shares photos of buildings that Dow designed in Ann Arbor. Signing. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
