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a2Tech360: Ann Arbor Spark
MoreSept. 22–Oct. 2. Almost 2-week-long tech festival, with pitch competitions, a hackathon (two days of intensive coding), talks, panel discussions, a career fair, start-up demos, workshops, networking events, and more. Various times & locations. A mix of free and ticketed events. See full schedule at a2tech360.com.
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Ellen Rowe Trio.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborEnsemble led by U-M jazz professor Rowe, a local pianist whose repertoire includes original compositions and reimagined versions of standards. With bassist Rob Bickley and drummer Pete Siers.
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“Queer Open Mic.”: North Star Lounge
MoreNorth Star Lounge 301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann ArborAll invited to bring a song, story, poetry, comedy, expression, magic, monologue, or other performance. Sign up begins at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Coley Roberts and Thea Zuby. 7 p.m. Free.
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Dave Moore.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborOutlaw country and 90s country covers by this mid-Michigan singer-guitarist.
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“Scanners”: 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.
Oct. 1: “Scanners” (David Cronenberg, 1981). Sci-fi body horror cult classic about psychics with telepathic and telekinetic powers threatened by a weapons manufacturer trying to use them for corporate profit. 8 p.m.
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University Philharmonia Orchestra: U-M Music School
MoreJayce Ogren directs this music student ensemble of mostly freshmen & sophomores in a program highlighted by Lowell Liebermann’s dreamy & quirky 1966 Concerto for Piccolo and Orchestra featuring U-M Concerto Competition–winning soloist Tieran Holmes. Also, works by Dvořák, Mozart, and Brahms. Preceded at 7:15 p.m. by a brief talk. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. (734) 764–2538.
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“Fragments” Chamber Music Concert: Flydlphn
MoreU-M student sextet Flydlphn blends traditional chamber music and improvisation with electronic music. Its program tonight features the work of composers Nora Farley, Charlie Kreidler, and Jacob Nance, with a world premiere by Emily Graham, “Holding Space,” a series of 7 vignettes, each based on a different emotion. 8–10 p.m., West Side United Methodist Church, 900 S. Seventh. Free. flydlphn.com.
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Brain Plasticity Ukulele Collective & Blueshouse.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborDouble bill. Blueshouse is a local blues trio led by veteran English singer-guitarist Mike Brooks, and Brain Plasticity is a collective, also led by Brooks, comprising some 20 musicians of various ages and levels of expertise. Instruments include ukuleles, guitar, flute, percussion, trumpet, accordion, bass, and melodica. A benefit for Cancer Support Community of Greater Ann Arbor. $29.
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Plastic Guitar Tour.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiEast Lansing alt-rock band. Openers: the local indie alt-country-rock-flavored power-pop band Petalwave, the local alt-rock band Lyloc, and the Ypsi postpunk band Cloverleaf.
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Broke Down Truck.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborDetroit-area country band. 8:30 p.m.
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The Pherotones.: Last Word
MoreLast Word 301 W. Huron, Ann ArborA wide range of jazz and jazzed-up popular music, from the 1920s to the present, by this all-star local quintet. With trumpeter Ross Huff, pianist Giancarlo Aversa, bassist Brennan Andes, violinist Jordan Adema, and drummer Wes Fritzemeier.
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Open Mic.: Tap Room
MoreTap Room 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiAll musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.
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Permanently Pissed.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborNovi punk-rock band. Openers: the psychedelic prog-rock band Paradise Day, the noise-punk band Stubborn Assholes, and the hardcore-screamo band Basement Floor.
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The Holdup.: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborAll ages. A catchy blend of reggae, hip-hop, R&B, and indie pop by this California band led by veteran singer-songwriter Mike Garmany. Openers: Cydeways, a California reggae-influenced alt-rock band, and Dylan Reese, an indie R&B singer-songwriter. $25.
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Corey Lee.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborCountry covers by this Grand Rapids singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Willow Weaving Wellness”: U-M Stamps Art, Design & Wellness Series
MoreArtist and farmer Howard Peller and U‑M botany professor Selena Smith discuss the importance of the willow tree in human culture and ecology, as well as the planned “Living Willow Structures” campus installation. Followed by a free, hands-on willow weaving workshop (11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.). 9:30–11 a.m., Stamps Gallery, 201 S. Division. Free. Preregistration required at stamps.umich.edu. (734) 936–0671.
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“Yard Sale at the Museum”: Dexter Area Historical Society
MoreOct. 2 & 3. Sale of new and gently used donated items to benefit the Dexter Museum. Donations accepted Sept. 30–Oct. 1, 9:30 a.m–3:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., 3443 Inverness, Dexter. Free admission. dexterhistory.org.
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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Fri. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack a lunch or stop in Dexter. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Delhi Metro Park parking lot (left of the tollbooth), E. Delhi off Huron River Dr. Free. [email protected].
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U-M Climate Week
MoreSept. 27–Oct. 4. A week of speeches, forums, clothing exchanges, and more. Today’s Earthfest includes hands-on art and gardening activities, free bicycle repairs, and information tables by local sustainability organizations. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., the Diag. Complete calendar at climateweek.umich.edu/calendar.
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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.
