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“Witches of the Wheel”: Literati Bookstore
MoreMichigan-based queer feminist writer Lindsay Merbaum discusses her new metaphysical mystery set in a literally underground lesbian bar that hosts a weekly gathering of a group of eccentric witches. 6:30 p.m., 124 E. Washington. Free. (734) 585–5567.
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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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“Tree Town Uke Drop-in”: Oz’s Music Environment
MoreMusicians of all levels invited to play ukulele with members of Michigan’s oldest ukulele club. 7 p.m., 1922 Packard. Free. (734) 662–8283.
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“Platanthera leucophaea (Eastern Prairie Fringed Orchid)”: Michigan Botanical Society
MoreTalk by Huron-Clinton Metroparks natural resources coordinator Julie McLaughlin on this endangered orchid species. Q&A. 7 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens Auditorium, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free; metered parking. michiganbotanicalsociety.org/huron-valley-chapter.
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Skazat! Poetry Series
MoreReading (via Zoom) by poet Marcus Wicker, author of Dear Mothership (Echo, 2026). Preceded by open mic. 7–8:30 p.m., for URL preregister at facebook.com/skazat. Free. (734) 223–3165.
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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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Shape Note Singing: Ypsi Shape Note Group
MoreSept. 8 & 22. All invited to join an evening of this early American form of hymn singing that uses musical notation with distinct shapes to make learning easier. Songbooks available. No experience required. 7–9 p.m., Riverside Arts Center, Off Center Bldg., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Free. (734) 480–2787, riversidearts.org/shape-note-singing-ypsilanti.
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Autumnal Equinox Celebration: Michigan Friends Center
MoreBonfire with singing, storytelling, and discussion. Bring a favorite verse, story, song, or bit of seasonal lore to share. Also bring a flashlight, wear long sleeves, and dress for the weather. Potluck 5:30–6:45 p.m. (bring food to share and your own place setting). 7–9 p.m., 1000 Long Lake Rd., Chelsea. Donations welcome. Preregistration requested at [email protected].
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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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“Swan Lake”: World Ballet Company
MoreThis L.A.–based company presents Tchaikovsky’s beloved tragic ballet about a prince who falls in love with a swan-maiden in a production highlighted by 50 dancers, over 150 costumes, and elaborate, hand-painted sets. Age 5 & up. 7 p.m., Michigan Theater. $40–$107 in advance at marquee-arts.org/calendar.
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The Jeff Hamilton Trio: Kerrytown Concert House
MoreThis celebrated L.A.–based jazz percussionist is known for his unusually melodic drumming and for the crisp swing and drive of his rhythms. His new trio—with pianist Tadataka Unno and bassist Jon Hamar—just released A New Chapter, a live album of standards and originals that Jazz Weekly calls “lyrical and tasty,” with “timeless time keeping.” 7:30 p.m., 415 N. Fourth Ave. Tickets $35–$80 (students, $25–$40) in advance at kerrytownconcerthouse.com & at the door. (734) 769–2999.
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Cousin Curtiss.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborExuberant, vibrant blues- and folk-style songs about small-town life by this Northern Michigan singer-songwriter who accompanies himself on guitar and harmonica, with splashes of kazoo, beat-boxing, and scat singing. Free; nonperishable donations for Food Gatherers accepted.
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Will Schneider Trio.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiLocal jazz ensemble.
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Chinese Football.: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborAll ages. Upbeat indie pop-punk and dizzying math rock by this popular band from Wuhan, China, known for its instrumental virtuosity, with complex, arpeggiated guitar riffs and shifting time signatures. It’s name is a playful nod to the highly influential emo band American Football. $25.
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“The Transformers: The Movie”: 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. 17–23: “The Transformers: The Movie” (Nelson Shin, 1986). Animated sci-fi action based on the popular television series about a war between 2 robotic clans. Various times; see website.
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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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“Heaven in Stone and Glass”: 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. 20 & 23: “Heaven in Stone and Glass” (Rob Kaczmark & Branden J. Stanley, 2026). Religious documentary exploring sacred mysteries built into Gothic cathedrals. Various times; see website.
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JLC Book Sale
MoreSept. 23–26. Local family-run sale of over 30,000 used books, as well as DVDs, audiobooks, video games, puzzles, and board games. Also, a presale on Sept. 23 from 4–8 p.m. for teachers and homeschool families. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, bldg. A, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free admission. jlcbooksale.com.
