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    University Lowbrow Astronomers

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    A chance to join local astronomy buffs for a look at the sky through instruments, including the observatory’s 24-inch McMath classical Cassegrain telescope. Participants encouraged to bring their own telescopes. Visitors must turn off all electronic equipment (car radios, transmitters, phones, etc.) at the observatory entrance. Cancelled if sky is overcast at sunset or if the weather is extremely inclement. If in doubt, call after 4 p.m. day of event. Rain date is Oct. 10. Sunset–12:30 a.m. or as long as the sky remains clear, Peach Mountain Observatory, 10296 North Territorial. (about 1¼ miles west of Hudson Mills Metropark), Dexter. Free. (734) 975–3248.

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    Ryan Racine.: Old Town

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    Old Town 122 W. Liberty, Ann Arbor

    Veteran local alt-country honky-tonk and rockabilly singer-songwriter.

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    “Trinity Health Probility Ann Arbor Marathon”: Epic Races

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    26.2-mile, 13.1-mile, 5K, and 10K chip-timed races on circuitous courses through city streets, along the river, through Nichols Arboretum, and in Gallup Park. The 5K, 10K, and half-marathon events are open to walkers. All courses start and end near Main St. downtown. Courses closed to vehicular traffic until 2 p.m. Awards. 8 a.m. (registration opens at 6 a.m.), Ashley between Liberty & Washington, $60–$160 in advance at epicraces.com; prices increase on race day. (734) 585–7101.

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    U-M Climate Week

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    Sept. 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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    “Apple Day”: Pittsfield Union Grange

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    A chance to press apple cider. Apples available for purchase or bring your own (1 bushel or less) to make cider. Bring your own jugs, if you have them. Also, apple tastings and apple baked goods for sale. 10 a.m.–3 p.m., 3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free. (734) 274–0773. 

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    Fiber Expo

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    Oct. 3 & 4. Show and sale of a variety of yarns and fiber art supplies, products, and crafting items. Demos. Also, breeders on hand with alpacas, sheep, and other animals. Concessions. Service animals only. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Sat.) & 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (Sun.), Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $4 ($6 for both days) cash only; kids 12 & under, free. (567) 249–5294, fiberexpo.com.

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    Elemental Ecstatic Dance

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    Every Sun. Dancers of all ages and abilities invited for free-form dancing to a variety of recorded music, from EDM to classical and ambient to world music. Wear loose clothes, barefoot or stocking feet. 10:45 a.m.–1 p.m., A2 Yoga, 2030 Commerce. $20 (age 11 & under, free) cash or Venmo (@andjru) at the door only. tinyurl.com/ecstatic-dance-a2.   

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    “Hear.Say .1K”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater

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    An unserious 328-foot dash from the brewery’s overflow parking lot to the front door. Costumes encouraged. Prizes for the winner. Proceeds go to scholarships for improv students. 11 a.m. 2350 W. Liberty. Registration $20 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & (if available) at the door. [email protected].

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    “Why Oaks Matter”: U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens

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    Talk by Matthaei and Nichols Arboretum curator Mike Kost and ecological firm NatureWrite founder Jacqueline Courteau about the ecosystems oak trees support in Michigan. Attendees can take home a free oak seedling. 11 a.m.–noon. 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. Preregistration required at mbgna.umich.edu/events. (734) 647–7600. 

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    H.A.C. Ultimate

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    Every Sun. All invited to a relaxed pickup game of this spirited team sport played with a flying disc. Beginners welcome. Play proceeds regardless of the weather. Note: Overly competitive players are politely asked to leave. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Fuller Park, just west of the pool & parking lot (or occasionally across the street). Free. (734) 846–9418, [email protected].  

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    U-M Climate Week

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    Sept. 27–Oct. 4. A week of speeches, forums, clothing exchanges, and more.Today: Climate Science & Society: an IDEAS Day STEMM Festival includes talks, tabling, and hands-on activities exploring how communities are responding to climate challenges and building resilience. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., U-M Museum of Natural History, 1105 North University. Complete calendar at climateweek.umich.edu/calendar. 

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    Tattoo Art Fest: Ann Arbor District Library

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    A day of talks and painting demos by local tattoo artists, along with a vendor fair with merchandise and art in a variety of mediums. For a complete schedule see aadl.org/tattooart. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., AADL Downtown. Free. (734) 327–4200. 

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    Sunday Artisan Market

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    Every Sun. Juried market of local handmade arts & crafts, now in its 35th year. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Kerrytown Farmers Market pavilion. Free admission. (734) 913–9622.

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    Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards

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    Every 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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    Blast Corn Maze: Nixon Farms

    Blast Corn Maze: Nixon Farms
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    Every Fri.–Sun. A large corn maze with 3.5 miles of trails and 3 exits. Also, a u-pick pumpkin patch, hayrides, petting zoo, pedal cars, straw maze, and yard games. The corn maze is illuminated and guests get a free glow stick on Glow Maze Nights (Oct. 9, 16, & 23, 5–9 p.m.). On All You Can Carry Pumpkin Day (Oct. 25, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.), for $10 you can purchase all the pumpkins you can successfully stack and carry down the lane. On Pumpkin Smash Day (Oct. 30, 5–9 p.m.), each guest receives a free pumpkin to smash, which is then composted or fed to the farm’s animals. Costumes encouraged for the Halloween Spooktacular (Oct. 31, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.). 5–9 p.m (Fri.), 11 a.m.–9 p.m. (Sat.), 11 a.m.–7 p.m. (Sun.). 6175 Daly, Dexter. $16 (ages 5–12, $13; age 4 & under, free with adult admission). blastcornmaze.com.

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    Regattas: U-M Sailing Club

    Regattas: U-M Sailing Club
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    Oct. 4 & 25. All invited to watch club members and any others who want to enter their own boats in a (free) race. Oct. 4: Sunfish Regatta features small, nimble sailing dinghies. Oct. 25: Bone Chiller Regatta is open to all classes of sailboats up to 20 feet. Crews are often hamming it up in costume. 11:30 a.m. (Oct. 4) & 11 a.m. (Oct. 25), Baseline Lake, 8010 Strawberry Lake Rd. Free. (734) 426–0920. 

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    U-M Field Hockey

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    Match vs. Iowa. The U-M also has home matches this month against Northwestern (Oct. 4, noon), Maryland (Oct. 9, 4 p.m.), Monmouth (Oct. 11, 11 a.m.), and Ohio State (Oct. 30, 5 p.m.). 5 p.m., Ocker Field, 1202 S. State. Free. (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com.