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    “The Transformers: The Movie”: Fathom Entertainment

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    (734) 973–8424 (Cinemark), (734) 316–5500 (Emagine). Tickets $12.50 (except as noted) in advance at fathomentertainment.com/events and at the door. Cinemark (4100 Carpenter, Ypsi) & Emagine (1335 E. Michigan Ave., Saline). 

    Sept. 17–23: “The Transformers: The Movie” (Nelson Shin, 1986). Animated sci-fi action based on the popular television series about a war between 2 robotic clans. Various times; see website.

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    Just Between Friends Sale

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    Sept. 16–19. Semi-annual consignment sale, eagerly anticipated by parents of young children, offering a chance to buy & sell used maternity items, baby & children’s clothes, toys, and baby gear. Prices drop Sat. at 2 p.m. Doors shut 30 minutes before closing. 3–9 p.m. (Wed., tickets required), noon–9 p.m. (Thurs.), 9 a.m.–7 p.m. (Fri.), and 9–11 a.m. & 2–7 p.m. (Sat.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free if reserved online, $3 at the door; $5–$25 early access. For preregistration, discounts, and to sell items, go to annarbor.jbfsale.com.

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    Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards

    Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
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    Every Sat. & Sun., Sept. 12–Nov. 21; and Wed.–Fri., Sept. 16–Oct. 30. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm, including wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. For an extra charge on Sat. & Sun., an apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available. Cider and donuts available. Also, on Sept. 12 & 13, the season opens with a food truck rally, and on Sept. 19 & 20, view classic cars at the Fall Car & Jeep Show. No pets. 11 a.m.–6 p.m., 5565 Merritt. (east of Carpenter), Ypsi. Weekend admission: $27.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies under 2, free) online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.

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    “Fix-It Friday”: Maker Works

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    All invited to bring anything that needs fixing—chairs, sweaters, radios, whatever. Maker Works members and staff on hand help with repairs. Handy people invited to assist. Repairs not guaranteed. Also, toy adaptations to make off-the-shelf toys more accessible for people with disabilities. 4–6 p.m., 3765 Plaza Dr. Free. Preregistration required at maker-works.com/fixitfriday. (734) 222–4911. 

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    Sonic the Hedgehog & Knuckles the Echidna: Vault of Midnight: Vault of Midnight

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    219 South Main Street, Ann Arbor

    Vault of Midnight comic book store hosts Ryan Drummond, original video game voice of Sonic the Hedgehog and Scott Dreier, voice of Knuckles the Echidna for an in-store appearance. Signings.

    https://www.vaultofmidnight.com/events-add/ryan-drummond-signing-event-the-voice-of-sonic-the-hedgehog-fgk8d-tef68

    https://www.vaultofmidnight.com

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    “New Munich Day Oktoberfest”: HOMES Campus

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    Oktoberfest beer release (4 p.m.), a steinholding competition (6 p.m.), a no-hands pretzel eating contest (7 p.m.), and a non-native speaker German spelling bee (8 p.m.). The steinholding and pretzel eating contests are divided into women’s, men’s, and kid’s categories. Lederhosen and dirndl attire encouraged. 4–10 p.m., 112 Jackson Plz. Free. homescampus.com/campusevents.

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    Round Robin Ruckus Tournament: A2 Roller Derby

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    2751 Packard Rd, Ann Arbor

    Ann Arbor Roller Derby is hosting our very first tournament called the Round Robin Ruckus, September 18th-20th at Buhr Park Arena in Ann Arbor, MI!
    We will be hosting 9 games over the course of 3 days with 7 teams from across the country, from Texas to Pennsylvania, including coaches, support staff and more than 50 dedicated volunteers for exciting competition! There will be vendors and merch present and a silent auction, come with your best bird call!
    $18 Friday only
    $55 weekend pass

    www.a2rollerderby.com

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    A2Zero Green Fair: Office of the Mayor

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    Displays of alternative-fuel vehicles, renewable energy, green building materials, solar energy installations, and other energy conservation products and practices. Also, a clothing swap and kids activities. Local food vendors. 5–8 p.m., Main St., downtown Ann Arbor. Free. a2gov.org/greenfair.

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

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    3110 W. Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor

    🎶 FRIDAY NIGHT IN ANN ARBOR starts at Lake Forest!

    In town for football weekend? Or just ready to kick off your weekend a little early? Come join us this Friday, September 18 for Happy Hour, dinner and live music! Fire tables, lawn games, delicious food, best outdoor setting in Ann Arbor!

    🍷 Happy Hour | 3–5 PM
    Enjoy specials on wine, beer and some of your favorite appetizers.

    🎹 Live Music | NEW TIME: 5 PM
    This week, we welcome back Terry Farmer and Neil Donato for an evening of live music.

    Grab your friends, bring the family, settle in for dinner and drinks, and enjoy a relaxed Friday night just minutes from downtown Ann Arbor.

    No cover. Open to everyone.

    📍 Lake Forest Golf Club
    3110 W. Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor
    📞 Reservations encouraged: 734-994-8580 ext. 2
    🍴 Menu: ellsworthannarbor.com

    #AnnArbor #AnnArborEvents #FridayNightMusic #LiveMusicAnnArbor #MichiganFootball #GoBlue #AnnArborFood #ThingsToDoInAnnArbor #LakeForestGolfClub

    www.lakeforestgc.com

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    21st Annual Oktoberfest: Saline Main Street

    21st Annual Oktoberfest: Saline Main Street
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    Sept. 18 & 19. This old-fashioned Oktoberfest kicks off with the annual “tapping of the golden keg” on Friday and features a beer garden with German brews and traditional German food, and live music TBA. Saturday’s events include wiener dog races, children’s activities and games, and live music TBA. 5–11 p.m. (Fri.) & noon–11 p.m. (Sat.), downtown Saline. $10 after 5 p.m. on Fri. and 3 p.m. on Sat. for those age 21 & over; free otherwise. Details at salinemainstreet.org/calendar.

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    The Fallout Shelter 5 Year Anniversary – Day 3: The Regal Beagle

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    817 E. Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti

    For 5 years running, the Fallout Shelter has brought some of the best DJs in the midwest and beyond to Ypsilanti and supported local talent from beginners to seasoned pros.

    Resident DJ, the Silent Ech0, has grown the event from humble beginnings to a community staple with the help of the Wax Kings collective.

    Ech0labs Light Industries and Wax Kings present 4 days of sets in a variety of genres including house, techno, bass, and other dance music.

    Friday September 18 – The Regal Beagle – $10
    12:00am – Moses
    11:00pm – J Garcia
    10:00pm – The Silent Ech0
    9:00pm – K-Lala B2B Juan Trevino
    8:00pm – Ti or Ted
    7:00pm – Mira
    6:00pm- Kaito Ian

    https://www.facebook.com/falloutshelterypsi

    $10
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    Ditch Tea Steepers.

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    Indiana folk-rock & Americana ensemble that plays play old-time country and Tin Pan Alley standards, along with fiddle tunes from a variety of traditions. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.

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    Tony Pinnell: Argus Farm Stop Packard Cafe

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    Versatile local singer-guitarist with country-rock roots who plays an eclectic mix of acoustic rock, indie pop-folk, and world music covers. Featuring guest vocalist Lizzie Randolph. 5:30–7:30 p.m., 1200 Packard. Free; food & drink for sale. Tips welcome. (734) 997–5448, argusfarmstop.com/events-1.

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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, September 18, 2026, 6pm-7:30pm at the Pittsfield Recreation Center, SW corner of Ellsworth and S. State Street, Ann Arbor. Adults and children (eight & up, if accompanied by parent or grandparent) are invited! Wear comfortable clothes, 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 door. For questions or information, call the Pittsfield Recreation Center at: 734-822-2120.

    www.recreation-pittsfield-mi.gov

    $7 – $10
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    “A Journey through India with Classical Dance”: Rasa Festival/Ann Arbor District Library

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    Veteran local Indian classical dancer Sreyashi Dey is joined by members of the U-M classical Indian dance troupe Michigan Sahana for a lecture-demo on Northern Indian Kathak and Southern Indian Bharatanatyam dances. The Rasa Festival also includes a performance tomorrow at the Riverside Art Center (see 19 Saturday listing). 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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    Eric Moore.: Sam Hill

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    Sam Hill 5827 Jackson Rd.

    Bluesy folk-rock singer-songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist.  

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    D&D Adventurers League: Sylvan Factory

    D&D Adventurers League: Sylvan Factory
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    Every Fri. All invited to play the current official campaign of the popular Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing game, using 5th-edition rules. Kids under 13 must have adult accompaniment. 6–10 p.m., 2459 W. Stadium. $10. Space limited, preregistration strongly recommended. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.