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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun., except Nov. 26. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. The newest program examines how membranes can help solve water shortages. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
MoreEvery Tues., Thurs., & Fri., except Nov. 26. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 750 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9–$11 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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“Marcel Duchamp”: Ann Arbor District Library Art History in the Afternoon
MoreLocal art historian Kathy Gunderson discusses the work of this pioneering 20th-century French conceptual artist. 2–3:15 p.m., AADL Pittsfield. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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“Come As You Are” Memory Café: Dementia Friendly Services: AARP Michigan
MoreFirst Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor, 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd., Ann Arbor MI
Memory Cafés are comfortable social gatherings in dementia friendly venues that allow people experiencing memory loss and a loved one to connect, socialize, and build new support networks. Cafés are free and all are welcome. Co-sponsored by AARP Michigan.
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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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Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery Mon.–Thurs., except Nov. 24–26. U-M’s highly disciplined 200+ member marching band or sections thereof can be seen and heard practicing on the new Elbel Field (across the street from the old Elbel Field). All welcome to find a spot in the bleachers and get a sneak preview of upcoming halftime shows. Rehearsals usually last 1–2 hours. 4:45 p.m., Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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“Tunisian Crochet for Absolute Beginners”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreDetroit fiber artist Toni Lipsey demonstrates this needlework hybrid of knitting and crochet that uses an elongated hook with a stopper to work with multiple loops at once. 5–6:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Nightspots
Easy Street Jazz Band.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborEarly jazz classics from Scott Joplin and Bessie Smith to Louis Armstrong and beyond by this veteran local septet led by trombonist Terry Kimura.
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Letterpress Open Lab: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreNov. 3, 8, 16, & 22 (different times). A chance for adults to learn the basics of printing with movable type. 5–7 p.m. (Nov. 3 & 16), noon–2 p.m. (Nov. 8), and 1–3 p.m. (Nov. 22), AADL Downtown, Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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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“Tour de Dirt”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Tues. Moderate-paced ride, 25 to 35 miles, along the less-traveled unpaved roads around Chelsea. Bring a chair and a beverage or snack for a post-ride tailgate. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 6 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Email [email protected] for each week’s route. Free. (313) 980–5277.
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“Folk Song Jam Along”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreLori Fithian and Jean Chorazyczewski lead this family-friendly sing-along of familiar folk and pop songs. Lyrics and chords projected. Musicians invited to bring their own acoustic instruments. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. [email protected].
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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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Plant Bingo: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MoreFundraiser for FedUp Ministries. Play bingo to win a real plant to take home, with winners taking home bigger and bigger plants as the evening goes on. 6–8 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $10 suggested donation. heardotsay.com.
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EMU Volleyball vs. Western
MoreGeorge Gervin Game Above Center 799 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti
Come watch and support the EMU Volleyball team as they take on WMU.
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“You Don’t Need a Smartphone: A Practical Guide to Downgrading Your Phone and Upgrading Your Life”: Literati Bookstore
MoreWriter & artist August Lam discusses her new self-help book. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567. literatibookstore.com/event/2026-11-03/august-lamm-you-dont-need-smartphone
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“Trivia with Terry!”: Argus Farm Stop
MoreNov. 3 & 17. All invited to form teams to answer wacky trivia questions from this longtime Aut Bar trivia night emcee. 6:30–8 p.m., 1200 Packard. Free; food & drink for sale. (734) 997–5448.
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“Turtle Cat Comedy”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MoreLocal and visiting stand-up comics TBA. Hosted by Finn St. John. 7–8 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events & $18 (if available) at the door. [email protected].
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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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“Alehouse Poets Open Reading”: The Theater Shop
MoreAll invited to read an original short poem or a favorite by another writer. Listeners welcome. Sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m. 7–8:30 p.m., Ypsi Alehouse, 124 Pearl, ste. 100, Ypsi. Free. facebook.com/thetheatershop.
