Events
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Tuesday English Country Dance: Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance
MoreEvery 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). (734) 665–7704, aactmad.org/english-country.
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Coffee Shop Comedy
MoreStand-up sets from area comics, open-mic spots, and a finish-the-joke audience game with prizes for the funniest punchlines. Hosted by Yogi & Bruce Umpstead. 7:30–9:30 p.m., Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, 123 W. Washington. Free; preregistration requested at bit.ly/4hniid3.
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Arts Chorale: U-M Music School
MoreThis chorus of nonmusic majors performs an eclectic program of songs by Hildegard von Bingen, Thomas Tallis, Vivaldi, Barber, Gershwin, and others. 8 p.m., U-M Walgreen Drama Center Stamps Auditorium, 1226 Murfin. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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“Veterans For Peace Concert.”: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborAn all-star lineup of local musicians TBA perform peace-themed songs. Previous performers include Laith Al-Saadi, Judy Banker, Al Bettis, Chris Buhalis, Annie & Rod Capps, Jill Jack, Shari Kane & Dave Steele, Billy King, the Pontiac Trailblazers, Maddy Ringo, Rollie Tussing, Matt Watroba, and others. A benefit for the Veterans for Peace scholarship fund. $24.
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Kevin Payne Amber Quartet.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiJazz ensemble led by local drummer Payne. Opener: Techtonique. Nov. 12: “Sound Invaders.” Showcase of ambient and electronic music. Hosted by the local synthwave ambient artist Omo.
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The Bends.: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborAll ages. Radiohead tribute band. Openers: Common People, a polished L.A.–based alt-rock band. $25.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun., except Nov. 26. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. The newest program examines how membranes can help solve water shortages. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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“Human Rights Reporting: Stories from the Field”: U-M Human Rights Center
MorePanel discussion with U-M Knight-Wallace journalism fellows Tanzil Asif, Erica Hellerstein, and Shan Li. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Michigan League, Koessler Rm. Free. (734) 763–9200.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
MoreEvery Wed., Fri., & Sat. 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. Noon–12:30 p.m. (Wed. & Fri.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Free. [email protected].
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“Paper Folding Four Ways”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreA chance for adults & teens to learn various paper art folds, including the petal fold, triangle fold, Turkish map fold, and Victorian puzzle purse fold. 2–3 p.m., AADL Traverwood. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Western Sahara: Multi-Scalar Struggles, Recognition, and Change in a Thawing Conflict”: U-M Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies Colloquium Series
MoreUniversity of Exeter (UK) international relations professor Irene Fernández-Molina discusses the ongoing political instability in Northwest Africa. 2–4 p.m., 555 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 647–4143.
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“Family Pains”: PTD Productions
MoreNov. 5–8 & 11–14. Marie Jones directs local actors in the premiere of Michigan playwright Erin Osgood’s new family comedy-drama about a young woman who surprises her conservative family by bringing her new Black wife to Thanksgiving dinner. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun. & Wed.), Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Tickets $20 (students & seniors, $15; Thurs., pay what you can), in advance at ptdproductions.com, by phone, & at the door. (734) 483–7345.
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“Bastard”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun., Sept. 24–Dec. 20. Rhiannon Ragland directs retired Detroit newscaster and playwright Devin Scillian’s family comedy-drama about a conflict between brothers—an aging country rocker and a buttoned-down finance guy—after their mother’s death. Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sun.), & 3 p.m. (Sat. & Wed.). 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $31.50–$52.50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org, (734) 433–7673, & (if available) at the door. Discounts available.
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Board Game Night: Argus Farm Stop
MoreAll 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.
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“Heritage Forensics: Culture on the Front Lines of the Armenia-Azerbaijan Conflict”: U-M Center for Armenian Studies
MoreTalk by Cornell University Armenian studies professor Lori Khatchadourian. 4:30–6 p.m., 555 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 763–0622.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery 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 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
MoreEvery 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. Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Booster Draft.” Players take turns opening booster packs to create a 40-card deck. $25. Various times & prices, 2459 W. Stadium. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
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Board Game Night: Bløm Mead + Cider
MoreEvery 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.
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Patrick Clinton.: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborDetroit-area pop-folk singer-songwriter. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
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“Intro to Laser Engraving: Hand-Drawn Designs”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAdults & teens invited to use a laser cutter to engrave a hand-drawn design. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
