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Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center held a 12-week open group on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Ferndale, focusing on songwriting, music composition, and dance in a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ adults.
Affirmations

GR Trans Foundation held Legal Doc Assistance Walk-In Day on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. in Grand Rapids for Kent County trans and nonbinary residents. They helped update or obtain various personal IDs for free.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

Mandolin author and educator Don Julin played a free concert on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. He brought his genre-blending, inventive mandolin music featuring selections from his latest album and original tunes.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Portugal. The Man played a concert on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak. Known for their dynamic rock performances and strong social activism, they’ve made a mark with hits like "Feel It Still."
Royal Oak Music Theatre, 318 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI, 48067, United States

Attorney General Nessel spoke at Affirmations in Ferndale on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. about the Hate Crimes and Domestic Terrorism Unit's efforts and supporting Michigan's LGBTQ+ community.
Affirmations

On Tuesday, November 25, 2025, Eastern Market hosted the Thanksgiving Tuesday Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., focusing mainly on food vendors for all your holiday meal needs.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell, Detroit, 48207, United States

The Ark held its annual membership meeting virtually via Zoom on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Members heard updates on the organization's status and handled membership business.
The Ark

A free gathering for LGBTQ+ Arabs and Arab Americans in Ferndale on Monday, November 24, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Affirmations. A safe space to share stories, support, and find strength together.
Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Larkn, a versatile singer-songwriter from Michigan, played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Her music blends pop, rock, R&B, and folk with a delicate yet powerful voice.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Bob Mervak, a Detroit-based pianist and songwriter, played sets at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 23, at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. His show featured a diverse mix of pop, jazz, and original songs in the club’s intimate setting.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Re’Monda, a Detroit native known for blending jazz, neo soul, blues, and gospel, performed Sunday, November 23 at 5:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s, with doors opening at 4 p.m. for dinner.
Cliff Bell’s

On Sunday, November 23, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., fans gathered at Eastern Market for the Detroit Lions vs. New York Giants game tailgate. Ticketed lots opened early, with updated tailgating rules to follow.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell, Detroit, 48207, United States

Liquid Street, the Ann Arbor jazz-funk quartet, played at Blue LLama Jazz Club on Saturday, November 22, starting at 10:15 p.m. After more than 15 years, they reunited to deliver fresh takes on originals and classic tunes with a funky vibe.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

The Verve Pipe, the multi-platinum rock band from Michigan's '90s scene, played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 8 p.m. Known for their compelling live shows, they brought their signature sound to the stage.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Anthony Stanco Quartet played on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. The Michigan-born jazz trumpeter, known for honoring the roots of jazz while pushing its future, performed two shows that evening.
Cliff Bell’s

Dwight Adams, Cliff Monear, and company played a set of holiday and American jazz classics on Saturday, November 22, at 6:30 p.m. in Grosse Pointe Farms.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Alune Wade, handpicked by Marcus Miller, performed on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at Ann Arbor’s Blue LLama Jazz Club. He combined Afrobeat and jazz with his New African Orleans project.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

On Saturday, November 22, Evelyn’s Midtown Kitchen hosted a hands-on French baking workshop at Eastern Market’s Shed 5 in Detroit, teaching how to make buttery croissants, pain au chocolat, and almond croissants with expert guidance.
Eastern Market, Shed 5, 2810 Russell St., Detroit, MI, 48207
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