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KonGruENT, led by Dr. Kenneth Gill, played straight-ahead and progressive jazz on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. The group’s horn-driven sound brings to mind Art Blakey and The Jazz Crusaders.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Demetrius “Krayon” Nabors, a renowned pianist and producer on the Detroit and national contemporary jazz scene, played two sets at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 29, at Ann Arbor’s Blue LLama Jazz Club. The show was sold out in advance.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

On Saturday, November 29, 2025, Eastern Market’s Saturday Market welcomed over 45,000 visitors from southeastern Michigan and beyond, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Detroit at 2934 Russell.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell, Detroit, 48207, United States

Matt Watroba, a staple of Michigan folk music, performed on Friday, November 28 at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. Joined by a large group of fellow musicians, he led a community sing-along with part of the proceeds benefiting a local artists' self-defense program.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

William Hill III, a jazz pianist from Detroit, played a concert on Friday, November 28, at 7:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s. With international experience and several awards, he delivered a quality performance at the downtown jazz club.
Cliff Bell’s

Don Hicks and his friends played at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor on Friday, November 28, with sets at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. All ticket proceeds went to local charities.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Dr. Kenneth Gill's KonGruENT played on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. This horn-driven band brings bold straight-ahead and progressive jazz with heavy swing and funk.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Alex Belhaj’s Crescent City Quintet played on Friday, November 28, at 5 p.m. at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Alex brought ragtime, traditional jazz, and folk tunes to the stage.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

The GR Trans Foundation office was closed on Friday, November 28, 2025, in Grand Rapids for the autumn holidays.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center was closed on Friday, November 28, 2025, in Ferndale for Thanksgiving. It reopened on Saturday, November 29, at 10 a.m.
Affirmations

The GR Trans Foundation office was closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Grand Rapids for the autumn holidays.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

On Thursday, November 27, 2025, Eastern Market opened ticketed tailgate lots from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for fans to gather for the Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers game. Tickets needed to be purchased in advance with updated tailgate rules posted.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell, Detroit, 48207, United States

Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee was closed from Thursday, November 27 through Sunday, November 30 for Thanksgiving.
Ramsdell Theatre

The Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center in Ferndale was closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, for Thanksgiving Day.
Affirmations

Russ Macklem’s Detroit Quintet played at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, starting at 7:30 p.m. The band performed original tunes from their new live-off-the-floor studio album. A jam session followed, with free entry for all participating musicians.
Cliff Bell’s

Nate Topo Quartet with Zania Alaké played at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, November 26, starting at 7 p.m. Nate amazed the crowd with soulful solos on vintage saxophones, while Zania's voice captivated everyone in the room.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Michael Zaporski, a skilled jazz pianist, played at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, starting at 6:30 p.m. The event had no cover charge, offering a relaxed night of live jazz.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center held a 12-week, open dance choreography program for LGBTQ+ adults in Ferndale on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. It focused on expression, rhythm, and community.
Affirmations
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