Events
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AI and Mental Health Conference 2026: U-M Institute for Data & AI in Society
MoreA day of panel discussions, talks, and interactive discussions open to anyone interested in the future of AI and mental health. Speakers include American Psychological Association senior director of health care innovation Vaile Wright, Slingshot AI head of research Caitlin Stamatis, and others TBA. Michigan Union, Rogel Ballroom, 530 S State St. Free; preregistration required at midas.umich.edu/events/aimh-conference-2026.
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FreeObserver Editor
AI and Mental Health Conference 2026: U-M Institute for Data & AI in Society
MoreThe public is welcome to attend all or part of this day of panels, talks, and interactive discussions open to anyone interested in the future of AI and mental health. Speakers include American Psychological Association senior director of health care innovation Vaile Wright, Slingshot AI head of research Caitlin Stamatis, and others TBA. 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Michigan Union, Rogel Ballroom, 530 S. State. Free; preregistration required at midas.umich.edu/events/aimh-conference-2026.
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Nightspots
Hard Candy.: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater.
MoreHear.Say Brewing + Theater. 2350 W. Liberty.Chelsea rock band, led by Spark vocalist Robin Grant, that covers lesser-known bands and deep cuts, along with some familiar hits.
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“Adore Him: He Is Here”: 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).
Oct. 4–8: “Adore Him: He Is Here” (Don Johnson, 2026). Religious docudrama about Eucharistic adoration. 4:30 p.m. (Sun. only) & 6 p.m. Cinemark only.
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FreeObserver Editor
Michigan Marching Band Practice
MoreEvery Mon.–Thurs., except Oct. 19 & 20. 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. Also, at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16, the band hosts its monthly free Open Stadium Rehearsal at Michigan Stadium. 4:45 p.m., Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Europe’s Coalition of the Willing, Ukraine, and the Future of NATO”: U-M Center for Europe and Eurasia
MoreTalk by International Institute for Strategic Studies senior advisor for Europe François Heisbourg. 5–6:30 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church St. Free. (734) 764–3490.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Monday Evening Migration at Matthaei”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
MoreEvery Mon. All invited to join club member James Weir on a leisurely stroll through the well-maintained dirt paths of the Botanical Gardens to observe migrating warblers, thrushes, flycatchers, cuckoos, and other birds making their way south. Binoculars provided if needed. 5:30–7:30 p.m., 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free. washtenawbna.org.
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FreeObserver Editor
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
MoreEvery Thurs., Sat., & Mon. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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FreeObserver Editor
Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
MoreEvery Mon. Moderate-paced 20-mile ride to Dexter and back, often with a rest stop along the way. Riders must wear a helmet and bring water and supplies to fix a flat tire. 6 p.m. (nonmembers must come 10 minutes early to sign a club waiver), Barton Nature Area, 1010 W. Huron River Dr. Free. annarborveloclub.org.
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Observer Editor
“Adore Him: He Is Here”: 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).
Oct. 4–8: “Adore Him: He Is Here” (Don Johnson, 2026). Religious docudrama about Eucharistic adoration. 4:30 p.m. (Sun. only) & 6 p.m. Cinemark only.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Growing Up Has Changed: How the Path to Adulthood Has Shifted Across Generations”: U-M Psychology Department/Ann Arbor District Library
MoreTalk by U-M psychology professor Justin Jager. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, lower level program rm. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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FreeObserver Editor
Drop-in Knitting: Spun
MoreEvery Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.) & 1–3 p.m. (Sun.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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Nightspots
Mary Ann Kirt.: El Limon
MoreEl Limon 2709 PlymouthPop-folk and indie rock originals by this local singer-guitarist.
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FreeObserver Editor
Fiber Arts Drop-in: Dzanc House
MoreOct. 5 & 19. All invited to join in crocheting, knitting, embroidering, etc. 6–9 p.m., 402 S. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. dzanchouse.org.
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Observer Editor
“The Night Watch”: Literati Bookstore Genres Book Club
MoreAll invited to join a discussion of Sarah Waters’s 2006 speculative fantasy mystery set during WWII. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Tickets $5 in advance only at literatibookstore.com (can be redeemed for store credit). (734) 585–5567.
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FreeObserver Editor
“Emerging Writers Workshop: Show, Don’t Tell”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreLocal editor Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal discuss how to turn flat sentences into scenes that come alive with details, pulling readers right into the moment. Also, Kourvo and Neal host a write-in session at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 8, and an open house for writers to connect with one another and/or work on their projects at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 19. 6:30–7:45 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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FreeObserver Editor
Group Runs: A2 Runners
MoreEvery Mon. & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced 3- to 5-mile group run, followed by socializing at a downtown coffee shop. 6:30 p.m., meet at the Kerrytown Clock Tower. Preregistration requested at meetup.com/a2runners. Free. [email protected].
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“Hits & Giggles with The New Popes.”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater.
MoreHear.Say Brewing + Theater. 2350 W. Liberty.Stand-up comedians are joined by a live band to try their hand at music, with an assortment of ’80s hits and other covers. 7–8:30 p.m. $18.
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Nightspots
Paul Keller Orchestra.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborAward-winning 14-piece big band led by bassist Keller and featuring vocalist Sarah D’Angelo and occasional guest vocalists. Also, each week features a middle set by a guest college or high school student ensemble.
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Observer Editor
Opera by the Glass: Comic Opera Guild
MoreLocal singers perform arias and art songs by Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, and Gilbert & Sullivan, along with Broadway show tunes and popular songs. 7:30 p.m. (seating begins at 6 p.m.), 734 Brewing Company, 15 E. Cross, Ypsi. Free; donations accepted. Buy your own food & drink. Reservations required at bit.ly/operaontapreservations or email [email protected]. (734) 678–2782.
