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On the second and fourth Wednesdays, from 1 to 5 p.m., the GR Trans Foundation in Grand Rapids offers walk-in help with updating or getting legal documents for Kent County trans and nonbinary residents, free of charge.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

Coats for Kids gave out free coats to Detroit kids on Wednesday, November 12, starting at 10 a.m. at Eastern Market Shed 5, while supplies lasted.
Eastern Market

The Veterans for Peace Chapter 93 held their annual benefit concert on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. The diverse lineup raised funds for peace scholarships and veteran support programs.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosted Yallah Talk! on Monday, November 10, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Ferndale. This was a free, safe space for LGBTQ+ Arabs and Arab Americans to share stories and find support.
Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Mon Rovîa, a Liberian refugee musician and survivor, performed on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. His music was shaped by his life experiences and a mission to heal through song.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Naima Shambourger, a jazz singer from Detroit, played two sets at 6 and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 9, at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. She showcased her polished jazz vocals during the evening.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Jauron Perry, an up-and-coming Detroit jazz trumpeter, played at Cliff Bell’s on Sunday, November 9, starting at 5:30 p.m. He performed with his band, the Jauron Perry Quintet, winners of the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival Combo Competition.
Cliff Bell’s

Susan Werner performed an acoustic set at a special brunch fundraiser celebrating The Ark’s 60th anniversary on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at The Kensington Hotel in Ann Arbor. The ticket included brunch and a tax-deductible donation.
The Kensington Hotel, 3500 S. State St, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108, United States

All Things Detroit held their biggest holiday shopping event on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Eastern Market Sheds 3, 4 & 5 in Detroit, featuring over 200 local small businesses, food trucks, and DJs spinning tunes all day.
Eastern Market Sheds 3, 4 & 5, Detroit, 48207, United States

Chicago-based singer-songwriter Susan Werner played a concert at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 8 p.m. The versatile artist brought a unique and masterful solo show.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

De’Sean Jones, a saxophonist and Grammy-nominated arranger from Detroit, played two shows on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Cliff Bell’s, with performances at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Fans caught two sets of his progressive jazz in this iconic venue.
Cliff Bell’s

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosted the Aff Velvet Assembly on Saturday, November 8, at 7:30 p.m. at The Oakland in Ferndale. It was an exclusive 21+ gathering with a requirement to wear a velvet or velour accessory, supporting queer and trans communities.
The Oakland

Dr. Professor Leonard King performed at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms on Saturday, November 8, starting at 6:30 p.m. The legendary jazz drummer and bandleader shared his decades of musical experience during a special evening show.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Brandon Woody, the Baltimore-born trumpeter and composer, played at Ann Arbor’s Blue LLama Jazz Club on Saturday, November 8, 2025, starting at 6:30 p.m. His music draws on jazz, gospel, and improvisation to explore themes of love, resilience, and community.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

The Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosts a fiber arts group on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Affirmations Board Room in Ferndale. Join if you like knitting, crocheting, sewing, or just sharing creative vibes.
Affirmations Board Room, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Hosted by Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center, TransParent met in Ferndale on Saturday, November 8, from 3 to 4 p.m. This supportive gathering for parents and caregivers of gender-expansive kids took place to share experiences and build community.
Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Saturday Market was open on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Eastern Market in Detroit. This year-round market draws tens of thousands from around southeastern Michigan with fresh local produce, flowers, and crafts.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell, Detroit, 48207, United States

Magic Bus Unplugged, composed of Wixie Harrington and Terry Stevenson, played all day on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at The Lark Theater in Cheboygan, delivering a mix from early ’60s tunes to the Woodstock era.
The Lark Theater, 252 N. Huron Street, Cheboygan, MI, 49721
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