Events
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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. Also, at 6 p.m., RPG One Shots, introductory games of different tabletop role-playing games perfect for beginners, finished after one session (see website for this week’s game, preregistration strongly encouraged at sylvanfactory.square.site). 5 p.m., 2459 W. Stadium. Free. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
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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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“Trivia with Terry!”: Argus Farm Stop
MoreSept. 1 & 15. All invited to form teams to answer wacky trivia questions from this longtime Aut Bar trivia night emcee. 7–8:30 p.m., 1200 Packard. Free; food & drink for sale. (734) 997–5448.
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Ann Arbor Camera Club
MoreSept. 1 & 15. Club members share their projected digital slides (Sept. 1) and prints (Sept. 15) on various topics, including this month’s assignment, “Rust/Ruin.” Also, on Sept. 15, club members present Summer Fun 2026, photos taken of Big Boy, the largest working steam engine in the world; classic cars at Greenfield Village; and vignettes of Detroit. Guests asked to arrive 15 minutes early. 7–9 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty. Free. [email protected], annarborcameraclub.org.
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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; call ahead or check website (dues for those who join). (734) 796–7467, [email protected], hvharmonizers.org.
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French Canadian Music Session: Ann Arbor Community for Traditional Music and Dance
MoreAll musicians invited to bring acoustic instruments to trade tunes and play the dance music of French Canada: jigs, reels, waltzes, and so-called “crooked” tunes from Quebec, Acadia, and the Métis traditions. Knowledge of French not required. 7–9 p.m., Pittsfield Twp. bldg., Morris Hall, 6201 W. Michigan Ave. Free. [email protected], aactmad.org/french-canadian-session.
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Astronomy on Tap
MoreAll invited to this monthly program that includes space-themed trivia and games as well as short presentations by local astronomers. This month features talks by U-M postdoctoral researcher Logan Pearce and graduate student Dasha Crocker. 7 p.m., Garage Bar, 618 Church St. Free; food and drink for sale. facebook.com/astroontapaa.
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Fall Concert: Chelsea Chamber Players
MoreSept. 15 & 27. This local ensemble performs Haydn’s String Quartet in G minor, also known as “The Rider;” Erwin Schulhoff’s Five Pieces for String Quartet; and Mendelssohn’s String Quartet in F minor with violinists Nathan Peters, Graham Emberton, and Paula Elliott; violist Ian Cumming; and cellist Sara Cumming. 7 p.m., Silver Maples of Chelsea (Sept. 15), 100 Silver Maples Dr., & Chelsea Depot (Sept. 27), 125 Jackson St., Chelsea. Free. chelseachamberplayers.com.
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Polka Jam Session: American Legion Hall
MoreAll accordion players and other musicians invited to play polkas and waltzes and other ethnic and old-time music. 7–9 p.m., 44 Wabash (south off Main), Milan. Free.
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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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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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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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“Comedy On Tap”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MoreSets by area stand-up comics. 7:30–8:30 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $10 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & $13 (if available) at the door.
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Grad Student Dance Concerts: U-M Dance Department
MoreSept. 15, 18, & 19. Second-year dance grad students Olga Rabetskaya (Sept. 15) and Lauren Blair Smith (Sept. 18 & 19) perform their original choreography. 7:30 p.m., Dance Performance Studio, 1000 Baits. Free. Limited capacity; arrive early. (734) 764–0583.
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The Moth StorySlam: U-M Michigan Public
MoreOpen mic storytelling competition sponsored by the Moth, the NYC-based nonprofit storytelling organization. Ten storytellers are selected at random from among those who sign up to tell a 3- to 5-minute story on the theme “Divas.” Stories are judged by 3 people recruited from the audience. Winners compete in a semiannual GrandSlam. Seating limited; arrive early. 7:30–9 p.m. (doors open & sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m.), the Blind Pig, 208 S. First St. Tickets $15 general admission in advance only at themoth.org beginning 3 weeks before event. [email protected].
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Beth Hart: Live Nation
MoreGrammy-nominated veteran blues-rock singer-songwriter from L.A., known for her emotionally intense lyrics and authentic stage presence. Her 2024 album, You Still Got Me, showcases her powerhouse voice and her musical versatility, seamlessly incorporating jazz, blues, rock, gospel, and roots music. Opening: Ty Taylor, lead singer of L.A. soul rock band Vintage Trouble. 8 p.m., Michigan Theater. Tickets $58–$233 in advance at ticketmaster.com & (if available) at the door. (734) 662–0600.
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Nightspots
Bill Edwards.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborVeteran local country singer-songwriter whose songs have been covered by the likes of Lee Roy Parnell and T. Graham Brown. His collaboration with former Ann Arborite Whit Hill, “What’d I Do,” was featured in the HBO series True Blood. Tonight he is joined by local fiddler Grant Flick, mandolin virtuoso Jason Dennie, and bassist John Holkeboer to celebrate the release of his brand-new album Enough About Me. Opener: Kathy Wieland, a local singer-songwriter known for her lighthearted and humorous songs. $29.
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Nightspots
Big Top Swing.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiA new Detroit-area instrumental ensemble that plays fresh interpretations of vintage swing from the 30s & 40s.
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Ann Arbor Group Runs: Fleet Feet
MoreEvery Sun., Tues., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a run of 3–5 miles along varying routes from different locations. Rain or shine. Dozer Coffee (7 a.m. Tues. & 8 a.m. Sun.), 112 Jackson Plz., (734) 929–9022 & Fleet Feet (7 p.m. Wed.), 123 E. Liberty, (734) 769–5016. Free. fleetfeetsemichigan.com.
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“Nature Lab”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens. The newest program lets participants try out simulated snake senses (sight, hearing, and smell) to experience the world as if they were a snake. No live snakes. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
