Events
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“The Transformers: The Movie”: 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).
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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Observer Editor
Just Between Friends Sale
MoreSept. 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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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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Observer Editor
“Suds for the River”: Huron River Watershed Council Fundraiser
MoreThis festive evening features food from area restaurants, mocktails, and craft beers. Dancing to live music by Hullabaloo, a veteran local 9-piece collective whose upbeat, energetic music draws on ska, jazz, funk, punk, and Latin influences. Age 21 & over only. 6–9 p.m., Robin Hills Farm, 20390 M-52, Chelsea. $150 (members, $125) in advance only (this event often sells out) at (734) 769–5123 or hrwc.org/suds.
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Nightspots
Open Mic.: Moonwinks Tavern
MoreMoonwinks Tavern 5151 Plymouth Rd. (734) 994-5151.All performers invited. Hosted by local folk-rock singer-songwriter Mike Gentry. 6–9 p.m.
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“The Passion of the Christ”: 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).
Sept. 10–17: “The Passion of the Christ” (Mel Gibson, 2004). Graphically violent dramatic depiction of the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus. 6:30 p.m. Cinemark only.
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Observer Editor
U-M Volleyball
MoreMatch vs. South Carolina. The U-M also has regular season home matches this month against LSU (Sept. 2, 7 p.m.), EMU (Sept. 17, 7 p.m.), a doubleheader against Cornell (Sept. 19, noon; Sept. 20, 1 p.m.), Penn State (Sept. 25, 7 p.m.), & Washington (Sept. 27, noon). 6:30 p.m., Crisler Center. $8 & $10 (groups of 10 or more, $3 each). (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com.
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FreeObserver Editor
Live Trivia: Bløm Mead + Cider
MoreEvery Thurs. Bløm staffers lead 2 rounds of trivia. Teams or single players welcome. Prizes. 7 & 8 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave. Free, but purchase of food & drink encouraged. (734) 548–9729, drinkblom.com/events.
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Observer Editor
Open Mic: Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth
MoreSept. 3 & 17. All musicians invited to play a 1- to 3-song set. Material should be family-friendly. Hosted by local singer-songwriter Don Digirolamo. Sign up on arrival. 7–9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), 704 Airport Blvd., ste. 1. $5 suggested donation. (734) 327–0270, interfaithspirit.org.
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Nightspots
Ron Brooks Quartet.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborEnsemble led by veteran local bassist Brooks.
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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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Nightspots
Focus: Jazz.: Ypsi Alehouse
MoreYpsi Alehouse 124 Pearl, #100, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiJazz favorites by the trio of pianist Jeff Fessler, bassist Will van Campen, and saxophonist Jeff Kopmanis.
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Observer Editor
“Comedy Jamm”: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
MoreSept. 17 & 24. Performances by up to 12 aspiring and established area stand-up comics. 7:15 p.m. (doors at 6:30 p.m.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $5 in advance at aacomedy.com & $6 at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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Observer Editor
“Doctor Jazz: The Music of Jelly Roll Morton”: Kerrytown Concert House
MoreTrombonist Chris Smith leads the Chicago Jazz Band, founded in 1940 by legendary pianist James Dapogny, in a tribute to New Orleans jazz great Morton. With cornetist David Kosmyna, woodwind players Andrew Bishop and Chris Tabaczynski, drummer Pete Siers, guitarist Rod McDonald, bassist Kurt Krahnke, and pianist Mike Karloff. 7:30 p.m., 415 N. Fourth Ave. Tickets $32–$42 (students, $20–$30) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com & at the door. (734) 769–2999.
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Observer Editor
Ypsilanti Community Choir Rehearsal
MoreEvery Thurs., except Sept. 3 & 10. All invited to join this independent 50+ member community chorus to sing an eclectic program of choral works, Broadway show tunes, seasonal music, pop, and more. Weekly rehearsals, semiannual concerts. Ariel Toews Ricotta directs. 7 p.m. registration. 7:30 p.m., Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 201 N. River St., Ypsi. Free to visitors ($40 to join). ypsicommchoir.org.
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FreeObserver Editor
“The Words That Built America”: Democracy on the Diag: U-M Democracy Week
MoreA series of outdoor screenings on the Diag. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Popcorn and refreshments, free. Free admission. Complete Democracy Week calendar at democracyweek.umich.edu/calendar.
Sept. 17: “The Words That Built America” (Alexandra Pelosi, 2017). Documentary that features diverse Americans, from U.S. presidents to schoolchildren reading the text of 3 foundational U.S. documents. 8 p.m.
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Observer Editor
“MacGruber”: Michigan Theater
MoreFilm screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and U.S. veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Sept. 17: “MacGruber” (Jorma Taccone, 2010). Will Forte stars as the narcissistic and ingenious titular man of action in this parody of action-adventure television series MacGyver, based on a series of SNL skits. Kristen Wiig, Ryan Phillippe, Maya Rudolph. 8 p.m.
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Nightspots
California Guitar Trio.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborThis trio of guitar virtuosos first got together as members of Robert Fripp’s League of Crafty Guitarists and struck out on their own in 1991, when they began playing in California clubs and coffeehouses. Known for its stunning virtuosity and sly sense of humor, the trio plays a brand of progressive acoustic music that fuses classical, jazz, blues, country, rock, and even surf styles. In addition to several originals, its repertoire ranges from an adaptation of a Bach lute prelude and a virtuoso cover of Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” to a medley of the Western standard “Ghost Riders in the Sky” and the Doors’ “Riders on the Storm.” $29.
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Nightspots
Press Play.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arborackson-area band, led by big-voiced soul singer Stacey Murray, that plays originals along with covers from a variety of genres.
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Nightspots
Plum Wild.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiDetroit-area alt-rock band. Openers: the Detroit emo-grunge trio Violet Daybed, the Detroit-area alt-rock band Shade Zero, and the Flint alt-metal band Sandspit.
