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WEMU 5:01 Jazz Series.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborWith the ad hoc duo of 2 longtime luminaries of the local music scene, blues-rock guitarist Laith Al-Saadi (see Rumpus Room) and Rick Roe, a jazz pianist whose repertoire includes Disney songs, Star Wars music, TV themes, classical pieces, and Thelonious Monk classics, along with wildly inventive originals. 5 p.m. Free.
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“All Hallows Illumination of Frog Island”
MoreThis spooky family-friendly celebration closes the Halloween season with a community pumpkin display (bring your own carved pumpkin) and a jazz performance by John Hammond’s Halloween Spooktacular (7 p.m.), all lit by LED lights. Costumes encouraged and LED lights provided for your pumpkin. 6–9 p.m., Frog Island Park, 699 Rice, Ypsi. Free. tiny.cc/ypsi-all-hallows.
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Detroit Jazz Project.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborEnsemble led by veteran Detroit saxophonist Mark Hershberger.
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Caity Gyorgy.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborYoung Canadian jazz singer with a rich, powerful voice who’s known for her intricate bebop and swing styling and interpretations of songs from the Great American Songbook. $50 (dinner & show, $95).
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“V for Vendetta”: 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).
Nov. 1 & 5: “V for Vendetta” (James McTeigue, 2005). Action flick, based on Alan Moore’s graphic novel, about a shadowy vigilante who uses terrorist tactics against the forces of evil in a totalitarian society. 4 p.m. (Sun. only) & 7 p.m. Cinemark only.
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Ballroom Dance Club at the U-M
MoreEvery Sun. Ballroom dancing to recorded music, including foxtrots, waltzes, cha-chas, rumbas, tangos, swing, and more. No partner necessary. Preceded at 6 p.m. by beginning lessons and practice. 7–9 p.m., Michigan Union Ballroom. $5 ($10 includes lessons). (734) 763–6984.
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Traditional Irish Session: Conor O’Neill’s
MoreEvery Sun. All invited to join or listen to an instrumental jam session. 7–9 p.m., 318 S. Main. Free. (734) 665–2968.
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Terry Farmer Band.: Old Town
MoreOld Town 122 W. Liberty, Ann ArborEnsemble led by Farmer, a longtime Detroit-area singer-songwriter and guitarist who spent 2 years as lead guitarist for Jan & Dean, co-founded the chamber folk group Cairn to Cairn, and taught classical guitar at the Cleveland Institute of Music.
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Keegan Jacko.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborMainstream country covers, and some originals, by a band led by this Detroit-area singer-guitarist.
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“Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards
MoreEvery Fri.–Sun. A haunted hayride, a ghostly mental asylum, and three more scary attractions, all bristling with scores of costumed monsters. Refreshments available from the Wiard’s Country Store. Recommended for ages 12 & up. 7:15–11:30 p.m., 5565 Merritt, Ypsi. Tickets $36–$65 in advance only at hauntedhousemichigan.com. (734) 390–9212.
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“Night Terrors”: Wiard’s Orchards
MoreA haunted hayride, a ghostly mental asylum, and three more scary attractions, all bristling with scores of costumed monsters. Refreshments available from the Wiard’s Country Store. Recommended for ages 12 & up. 7:15–11:30 p.m., 5565 Merritt, Ypsi. Tickets $36–$65 in advance only at hauntedhousemichigan.com. (734) 390–9212.
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Gretchen Pleuss.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborLocal singer-songwriter who writes songs that are both emotive and smart. Midwest Action writer Dan Jarvis says “fans of Joni Mitchell, Nick Drake, and other folk luminaries will appreciate Gretchen’s gorgeous arrangements and thought-provoking songwriting.” Tonight she is joined by members of the popular local bluegrass band The Pontiac Trail Blazers. $24.
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Alicia Witt.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborPostponed to April 30, 2027.
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“All Hallows Eve After Party.”: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiDJ dance party.
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Jazz Jam Session.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborJazz ensemble led by veteran local drummer Pete Siers and saxophonist Kenji Lee (see Blue Llama).
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Weekly Rehearsal: Washtenaw Women’s Community Chorus
MoreEvery Mon. All invited to join this independent local women’s chorus to sing an eclectic program, including classical, folk, Broadway, pop, and jazz. Joshua Marzan directs. 9:30–11:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, rear ground level, 1432 Washtenaw Ave. Free to visitors (dues for those who join; scholarships available). [email protected].
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“Independence Lake Gravel Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Mon. Slow/moderate-paced 23-mile ride to Independence Lake on mostly dirt roads. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd. Free. (412) 302–9960.
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“Washtenaw Literacy Digital Skills”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreEvery Mon. Adults invited to drop in and get 1-on-1 help navigating websites, emailing, and performing basic computer functions. Noon–2 p.m., AADL Downtown, 3rd fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
MoreEvery Mon. & Thurs. Play open to all skill levels age 18 & up, both non-ACBL-sanctioned (Mon.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs.). 12:30–3:30 p.m. (Mon., $5) & noon–3:30 p.m. (Thurs., $9); $1–$2 less for AASC members. 1320 Baldwin. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
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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.
