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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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Women’s A Cappella Chorus Rehearsal: Voices in Harmony
MoreEvery 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.
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“Joyful Melodies”: U-M University Choir Fall Choral Concert
MoreMatthew Abernathy leads this music student choir, accompanied by student musicians, in 2 canonic works of the choral repertoire separated by nearly 200 years—Bach’s Cantata no. 4 (“Christ lag in Todesbanden”) and early 20th-century African American composer Robert Nathaniel Dett’s Chariot Jubilee. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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Extra Credit.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborPerformance by this trio of U-M professors and experienced amateur improvisers whose shows blend academic lectures and improv comedy sets. Free; nonperishable donations for Food Gatherers accepted.
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Nightspots
“Jon Hammond’s Halloween Spooktacular.”: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiJazz ensemble led by this local jazz bassist.
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Community Listing
WXWForum26: Women's Exchange of Washtenaw
MoreWashtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor
Join us for the Women’s Exchange of Washtenaw Annual Forum, “”Thriving Through Connection!”” WXW is a nonprofit that supports women in business, and this is our biggest day of the year.
Spend a full day networking, diving into breakout sessions, and engaging with thought-provoking panels. Voices from across the region come together for a day of learning, conversation, and connection. Open to all. Lunch is included. We hope to see you there!$99 -
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Volunteer Event – Woody Invasive Species Removal: Scio Outside
More1000 Chestnut Boulevard, Ann Arbor
Join us to remove woody invasive species from an ongoing restoration site!
We will be clearing and treating woody invasive species with a goal to eradicate existing populations. This site is undergoing active restoration, and we need your help with invasive species removal!
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Joan Holland: Society for Musical Arts
MoreThis U-M harp professor emerita, harp chair at Interlochen Center for the Arts, performs classical works TBA. Followed by a meet-the-artist lunch. 10:30 a.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $20 (lunch & concert, $40) in advance at annarborsma.org & at the door. Lunch reservations required by calling (734) 995–4417. annarborsma.org.
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“From Grain to Griddle: Outdoor Cooking”: Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission
MoreOct. 9, 24, & 28. All invited to learn about 19th-century food preparation and to try their hand at grinding different grains and cooking over a fire (bring your own lunch ingredients to grill). 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Parker Mill County Park, log cabin, 4650 Geddes. Free.
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun., starting Oct. 21. 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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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun. 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 & donuts available. Also, on Oct. 3 & 4, local artisans & crafters sell their items at the Craft Show Weekend, and on Oct. 24, young entrepreneurs sell homemade items at the Kids Market (noon–4 p.m.). 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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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
MoreEvery Fri., Sat., & 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. noon–12:30 p.m. (Fri. & Wed.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Free. [email protected].
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“Wax Sealed Letter Writing”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAll invited to write a letter and seal it with wax to send to someone special. 1–2:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200. [28 Wednesday]
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“Chokepoints: Temporalities of Navigation in the Red Sea”: U-M Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies Colloquium Series
MoreTalk by U-M anthropology professor Jatin Dua. 2–4 p.m., 555 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 647–4143.
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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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Community Listing
SCRAP Creative Reuse: Mending Clinic
More4567 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA, Ann Arbor
Mending Clinic & Workshop:
Unleash your creativity as you learn new skills AND use what you have! Prevent waste and give a well-loved item a second chance.
Don’t have anything to mend? Enhance your items with hand stitching as you craft in community. Suggested donation of $5
What’s Included:
All necessary materials and tools are provided.
No prior experience? No problem! Our instructor will guide you through every step, ensuring you learn the techniques and tool handling with ease. From a simple patch to a cute embroidery design, come with whatever sewing experience you have, and we can make it work!
Join Us: Let’s fix it! Book now, as spots are limited. This workshop is appropriate for ages 10+ with an adult joining
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“How Wonderful a Good Map Is: How I Came to Chart the Wolverine”: U-M Library
MoreArtist Elaine S. Wilson describes her ongoing project that depicts a ride on Amtrak’s Wolverine train from Ann Arbor to Chicago through over 240 watercolor scenes and 31 aerial-view illustrated maps. 4–5:30 p.m., Hatcher Library, 2nd fl., enter from the Diag. Free. (734) 936–2309.
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Board Game Night: Argus Farm Stop
MoreOct. 14 & 28. 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.
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Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery Mon.–Thurs., except Oct. 19 & 20. 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. Also, at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16, the band hosts its monthly free Open Stadium Rehearsal at Michigan Stadium. 4:45 p.m., Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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“Wonder Walk: Fall Color Focus”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens
MoreMattaei staff members leads a trail walk to discuss the species of trees and shrubs that change color, followed by creation of a color collage using leaves. 5–6:30 p.m. Matthaei lobby, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. (734) 647–7600, mbgna.umich.edu/events.
