Events
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“Regulating Business in America: A Long-Term Perspective”: U-M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Alfred Gourdji Distinguished Lecture Series
MoreTalk by retired U-M economics professor Jim Adams. First in a series of 4 monthly lectures. 10–11:30 a.m., WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg., Towsley Auditorium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Preregistration required at olli-umich.org. $105 (members, $55) for the 4-lecture series. $25 per lecture (members, $15). Membership, $50 a year. (734) 998–9351.
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“How Public Health Has Shaped the Course of Our Nation’s History”: U-M School of Public Health
MoreFormer U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and U-M alum Dan Glickman moderates a discussion of the history of U.S. public health policy from smallpox inoculation of Revolutionary War soldiers onward. Part of U-M Democracy Week (complete calendar at democracyweek.umich.edu/calendar). 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Michigan League Ballroom, 911 North University. Free, but preregistration required at forms.gle/P5KGdRHrMpdPFf7P8. For information, email [email protected].
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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.
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“Democracy in Global-Historical Context”: U-M Ford School of Public Policy
MorePanel discussion about looking beyond the U.S. to better understand the challenges facing democracy. The panel includes Harvard Business School professor Vincent Pons and U-M Public Policy professors Megan Stewart, Yusuf Neggers, Yousif Hassan, and Don Moynihan. Part of U-M Democracy Week (complete calendar at democracyweek.umich.edu/calendar). 11:30 a.m.–12:50 p.m., Weill Hall, Betty Ford Auditorium, 735 S. State. Free, but preregistration required at fordschool.umich.edu/events.
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
MoreEvery Tues., Thurs., & Fri. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Tues. & Fri.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $9 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email [email protected].
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Positive Links Speaker Series: Staying True to You: Center for Positive Organizations
MorePositive Links Speaker Series: Staying True to You: Discover the Power of Your Middle Self and Live with Confidence, Integrity, and Peace of Mind
Speaker: Patricia Faison Hewlin
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Free and Online | Registration required to obtain login informationPositive Links:
The Positive Links Speaker Series, running for over 22 years with 165 sessions, is one of the most-watched speaker series at Michigan Ross. Positive Links features distinguished scholars sharing leading ideas in the science of thriving. Learn how to ignite the science of extraordinary organizations catalyzed by human thriving, together with our community of researchers, students, staff, and leaders.About the talk:
In recent years, we have seen an increase in conversations related to two extremes in the workplace. On one side is the pressure to express the “whole self,” while on the other is the pressure to conform. The desire to fit in can particularly lead to suppressing one’s personal values and pretending to embrace organizational values, a behavior Hewlin has termed as creating “facades of conformity.” Both extremes of authenticity and conformity carry distinct risks and potential harm to our well-being. In this session, Hewlin bridges decades of her empirical research and real-world application to help people navigate these tensions. Drawing from her book, Staying True to You, she introduces a revolutionary concept: The Middle Self. Attendees will learn how the Middle Self serves as a powerful framework to comfortably manage the daily trade-offs between authenticity and conformity, leaving them with actionable strategies to cultivate personal integrity and peace of mind.About Hewlin:
Dr. Patricia Faison Hewlin is an award-winning behavioral scientist with 20+ years of experience researching authenticity and conformity around the world. Currently a Professor of Social-Organizational Psychology at the Teachers College of Columbia University, Dr. Hewlin holds her PhD in organizational behavior and MBA in finance from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Her work has been featured in mainstream media, including the Huffington Post, The Times (UK), Harvard Business Review Online, and The Globe and Mail. In addition to her research and teaching, Dr. Hewlin is also a professional consultant who works with major companies, as well as arts organizations.Host:
Monica Worline, Faculty Director, Center for Positive OrganizationsFree -
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Ann Arbor Area Scrabble Club
MoreEvery Tues. 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 Sept. 7). The 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., new Elbel Field, Hill at Fifth Ave. Free. (734) 764–0582.
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“Keeping the Promise: A Free Press in the Age of Distrust”: U-M Wallace House Hovey Lecture
MoreU-M Knight-Wallace fellow Christopher Baxter, founder of the Pennsylvania nonprofit newsroom Spotlight PA, discusses how local news lost its way and why the future of free society and the future of a free press are inextricably linked. Part of U-M Democracy Week (complete calendar at democracyweek.umich.edu/calendar). 5 p.m., U-M Wallace House Gardens, 620 Oxford. Free; preregistration requested at wallacehouse.umich.edu. (734) 998–7666.
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“Dog and Suds Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Tues. Moderate-paced ride, 20 to 30 miles, along the less-traveled roads west and north of Chelsea. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 5 p.m. sharp, meet at Aberdeen Bike and Outdoors, 1101 Main, Chelsea. Start location occasionally changes. Free. (734) 662–0205.
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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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“Walk Cycle to the Polls: Animation Workshop”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreAll invited to scan a hand-drawn figure into a digital avatar, then animate it using 2-, 4-, or 8-frame “walk cycles.” On-site voter registration resources available throughout the event. 5–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown. 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. 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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Touch Rugby: U-M Rugby Football Club
MoreEvery Tues. & Thurs. All invited to play a low-contact version of rugby. Beginners welcome. 6–7:30 p.m., Riverside Park, 1000 Canal St. Free. [email protected].
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“Beyond Detroit: Minoru Yamasaki in Michigan”: Ann Arbor District Library
MoreU-M architecture professor Dale Allen Gyure discusses some of this famed architect’s lesser known work. 6–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown, 4th fl. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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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. 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.) & 1–3 p.m. (Sun.), 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.
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Tuesday Night Workouts: Ann Arbor Track Club
MoreEvery Tues. Runners of all skill levels age 14 & up invited to participate in short, intense interval workouts. Arrive at 6:20 p.m. to warm up. 6:30 p.m., Ferry Field, 1150 S. State. Visitors free; $30/year membership for regular participants. Preregistration required at aatrackclub.org/interval-workouts.
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“Otherwhere”: Literati Bookstore
MoreRenowned Detroit poet Carolyn Forché discusses her anthology collection of new and selected poems chronicling five decades of her work. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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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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Fundamentals of Fermentation: Sourdough, Sauerkraut, Kombucha: Milan Public Library
MoreThe Center, 45 Neckel Ct., Milan, MI
Explore the fundamentals of fermentation through a discussion of the history and science of this age-old preservation method. This workshop with Mary Donaldson, MSU Extension Food Safety Educator, covers the basics of sourdough, sauerkraut, and kombucha. Call the library at (734) 439-1240 to register for this free workshop.
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