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Russ Macklem’s Detroit Quintet played on Wednesday, November 19, at 7:30 p.m. at Detroit’s Cliff Bell’s, followed by a free jam session for musicians. Their original tunes channel the spirit of 1960s jazz with a fresh live-off-the-floor vibe.
Cliff Bell’s

Pianist Michael Zaporski played captivating live jazz on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. The event offered a free entrance to enjoy world-class music and an inviting atmosphere.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Cyrus Chestnut, one of jazz's gifted and innovative pianists, performed at Ann Arbor's Blue LLama Jazz Club on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. He blended gospel, classical, and straight-ahead jazz styles in his set.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Rooted in Movement was a 12-week open group for LGBTQ+ adults to explore dance choreography in a welcoming space, starting Wednesday, November 19, at 5:30 p.m. at Affirmations in Ferndale. It was about moving, creating, and connecting through music.
Affirmations

On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center in Ferndale hosted Rooted in Rhythm, a program exploring songwriting, music composition, and dance for LGBTQ+ adults.
Affirmations

On Wednesday, November 19, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., the final installment of the "From Costs to Profits" dinner series took place at Eastern Market's Shed 5 in Detroit. This three-week event covered essential business numbers to help boost the financial health of food ventures.
Eastern Market, Shed 5, 2810 Russell St., Detroit, MI, 48207

The GR Trans Foundation held a walk-in “Gender Junk” event on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. in Grand Rapids. Folks could drop by to order free, custom gender-affirming items like binders, bras, and more.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

Charleston-based duo Shovels & Rope played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 8 p.m., bringing their energetic blend of guitars and harmonicas with them. They performed songs from their latest album in an intimate setting.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Nick Shoulders, a distinctive voice in alt-country, played on Tuesday, November 18, at 7 p.m. at El Club in Ann Arbor. He showcased music from his latest album 'All Bad,' blending country roots with punk energy and unique style.
El Club, 4114 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI, 48209, United States

Ann Arbor’s Davis Caruso and Giancarlo Robert of .wavs performed their new soul album "The Way Home" with a full band at The Ark on Sunday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

The NoW Trio, featuring pianist Ben Maloney, bassist Jeff Pedraz, and drummer Travis Aukerman, played sets at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 16, at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. They performed a mix of jazz standards and original compositions.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Detroit drummer and 2018 U of M SMTD grad Tariq Gardner played Evening Star at Cliff Bell’s on Sunday, November 16, 2025, with shows at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Evening Star blends Detroit’s jazz heritage with the diverse styles of the African Diaspora in a cosmic musical journey.
Cliff Bell’s

Motor City Mitten Mission held its 4th Annual Grab & Grub on Sunday, November 16, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Eastern Market in Detroit, handing out essentials and serving meals to people experiencing homelessness.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell, Detroit, 48207, United States

No Man’s Land, featuring Annie Hayes, Brynn Hilliker, and pink marlena, played on Saturday, November 15, at 10:15 p.m. at Ann Arbor’s Blue LLama Jazz Club. This hour-long show offered a unique blend of improvisational jazz from a trio of talented local musicians.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Adam Ezra Group played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 15, at 8 p.m. This underground Americana songwriter and his band have built a unique connection with their fans and steadily gained popularity over the years.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Detroit drummer and 2018 U of M SMTD grad Tariq Gardner played Evening Star on Saturday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit, a space odyssey blending the city's jazz roots with sounds from across the African Diaspora.
Cliff Bell’s

Grammy-nominated all-woman jazz group Straight Ahead played Saturday, November 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. Their dynamic set blended styles from mainstream jazz to jazzy hip-hop.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Sean Dobbins on drums with Dwight Adams, Rob Dixon, Rick Roe, and Rodney Whitaker played Saturday, November 15, at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Expect hard-driving rhythms and a fresh melodic sensibility from this stellar jazz lineup.
Blue LLama Jazz Club
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