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Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club
MoreEvery Tues., except Nov. 24. All invited to play the classic word game, using the 5th-edition Scrabble dictionary. Bring your own set, if you like. 3:30–8 p.m., Arbor Brewing Company Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. [email protected], meetup.com/ann-arbor-scrabble-meetup.
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Game Night: Sylvan Factory
MoreEvery Tues. All invited to play board games, assemble a puzzle, paint miniatures, or try a tabletop role-playing game, all in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. 5–9 p.m., 2459 W. Stadium. Free. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
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“Intro to 3D Modeling: Keychains”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreA chance for adults & teens to learn about the library’s 3D printing resources, then make a keychain to take home. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“UMS 101: Explore the World of Contemporary Percussion”: University Musical Society
MoreNew York composer-percussionist Andy Akiho and Brooklyn-based quartet Sandbox Percussion offer an interactive hands-on session exploring the incredible variety of instruments and sounds they’ll use in their upcoming performance (see 15 Sun. listing). 6–7:30 p.m., Cahoots, 206 E. Huron St. $15 at ums.org/performance. Preregistration required. (734) 764–2538.
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Drop-in Knitting: Spun
MoreEvery Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 1–3 p.m. (Sun.) & 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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Collage & Chill: Dzanc House
MoreNov. 10 & 24. All invited to make collages. Supplies provided, but bring your own if you like. 6–8 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. $5 suggested donation. dzanchouse.org.
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An Evening with Artist Kelly Church: U-M Museum of Art (UMMA)
More525 South State Street, Ann Arbor
Presented in partnership with the Maamawimazinitoojig Art Collective, and the Trotter MESA Native American Heritage Month Planning Committee.
Join us for an artist talk by renowned artist, educator, activist and culture keeper Kelly Church. Church is a member of the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi (Gun Lake Band) in Michigan and a Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Ojibwe descendent.
🗓️ Tues, Nov 10, 2026
⏰ 6:00pm–8:00pm
📍 UMMA
🎟️ Free and open to the public, no registration or ticket required.Church’s journey as an advocate for the survival of Native traditions and the black ash tree has involved many national and international art programs, exhibitions, and partnerships with government agencies such as tribal offices and the US Forest Service.
Join this lecture to learn about being a good relative within traditional artistic practices and help create a community black ash basket!
https://umma.umich.edu/events/an-evening-with-artist-kelly-church/
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Songwriting Meet-up: Bløm Mead + Cider
MoreAll local songwriters invited to share songs in progress, give constructive feedback, and grow their writing practice. At 7:30 p.m., a featured singer-songwriter performs. 6–8:30 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
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“The Black Hole Whisky Gang: An Alternative History of Modern Detroit”: Schuler Books
MoreDetroit writer Christian Klaver discusses his new sci-fi novel, set in a dystopian future where Earth has been conquered by aliens, about a gunslinger roaming the deserted streets of Detroit. 6:30 p.m., Westgate Shopping Center. Free; preregistration requested at schulerbooks.com/events. (734) 662–0600.
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“Love and Other Incurable Ailments”: Literati Bookstore
MoreMichigan writer Linda K. Sienkiewicz discusses her new novel about a lonely Michigan woman who uncovers a box of passionate letters written by a mysterious man in North Carolina. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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“Rocky”: Fathom Entertainment
More(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).
Nov. 7–11: “Rocky” (John G. Avildsen, 1976). The classic saga of a small-time Philadelphia boxer who enters in a grueling, blood-soaked title fight. Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burgess Meredith. 4 p.m. (Sat. & Sun. only) and 6:40 p.m. Cinemark only.
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“Sound & Silence”: Canterbury House
MoreEvery Tues. Regular gathering exploring contemplative music and silence, sometimes led by a guest artist. 7 p.m., Canterbury House, 721 E. Huron St. Free, donations welcome. canterburyhouse.org/soundandsilence.
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Nightspots
Jake Reichbart.: Earle
MoreEarle 121 W. Washington, Ann ArborSolo jazz guitarist. Solo jazz pianists TBA occasionally substitute.
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“The Short Films of David Lynch”: Michigan Theater
MoreFilm screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and US veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Nov. 10: “The Short Films of David Lynch.” (David Lynch, 1966–2022). Six short films by the singular auteur across the length of his career, from the 1967 Six Men Getting Sick (Six Times), an experimental animated film that incorporates elements of sculpture and painting, to the flash-animated DumbLand (2002), which chronicles the daily routines of a dull-witted man. 7 p.m.
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Huron Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
MoreEvery Tues. Singers of all ages and genders invited to join rehearsals of this award-winning a cappella chorus. 7–8:45 p.m., First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4001 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free to visitors; dues for those who join. (734) 796–7467, [email protected], hvharmonizers.org.
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“Dead Bees Don’t Make Honey: 10 Tips for Healthy Productive Bees”: Ann Arbor Backyard Beekeepers
MoreTalk by author and master beekeeper Theresa Martin. Preceded at 6:30 p.m. by a beginners’ Q&A session. 7–9 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Also available online. Free; metered parking. a2b2club.org.
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Shape Note Singing Ypsi
MoreNov. 10 & 24. All invited to join an evening of this early American form of hymn singing that uses musical notation with distinct shapes to make learning easier. 7–9 p.m., Riverside Arts Center, Off Center Bldg., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. (734) 480–2787, riversidearts.org/shape-note-singing-ypsilanti.
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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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“Mazurka: Dance of a Polish Soul, Voice of the World”: U-M Music School Guest Recital
MoreAcclaimed Polish pianist Anna Kijanowska performs music inspired by this Polish folk dance, with works by Chopin, Górecki, Zygmunt Stojowski, and others. 7:30 p.m., U-M Moore Bldg., Britton Recital Hall, 1100 Baits. Free. (734) 764–0583.
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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.
