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Brooklyn duo Rachael & Vilray played a set of their signature traditional pop with theatrical flair on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. Their third album, West of Broadway, blends jazz-inspired tunes with classic musical vibes.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

On Friday, November 7, the Paxton/Spangler Band played sets at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor celebrating their new "Trick Bag" album's CD release. The group is known for its roots in Detroit's vibrant jazz and funk scene.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Dr. Professor Leonard King, the jazz drummer and composer, played at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. He shared highlights from his decades-spanning career and legendary ensembles in this local jazz venue.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

On Friday, November 7, Evelyn’s Midtown Kitchen hosted a hands-on cooking class in Detroit’s Eastern Market Shed 5, where participants made tender honey miso-glazed short ribs paired with Asian-inspired sides and black sesame panna cotta.
Eastern Market, Shed 5, 2810 Russell St., Detroit, MI, 48207

The Rory Belle Foundation held an autumn gala on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Eastern Market’s Shed 5 in downtown Detroit, featuring live music, dancing, and a silent auction to support NARS1 research.
Eastern Market, Shed 5, 2810 Russell St., Detroit, MI, 48207

Paul Vornhagen, a six-time Detroit Music Awards-winning jazz saxophonist and flutist, played a live set on Friday, November 7, at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The music ran for one hour starting at 5:01 p.m.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

From November 7 to December 14, you could see works by Onekama area artists all under one roof at the Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee. The artists’ reception was held Friday, November 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. and was free to attend.
Ramsdell Theatre

The Rebel Eves, a trio of award-winning Michigan songwriters, played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Thursday, November 6, at 8 p.m. Their rich three-part harmonies and honest storytelling captured the audience’s attention.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Damon Terrell, a Detroit-born multi-instrumentalist and inspiring songwriter, played at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit on Thursday, November 6, at 7:30 p.m. His show mixed funk, jazz, rock, blues, and Latin influences.
Cliff Bell’s

Charlie Hunter performed with his trio on Thursday, November 6, at 7 p.m. at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. He’s known for playing a custom eight-string guitar that lets him cover both bass and guitar parts simultaneously.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

The Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosted a virtual writing group on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 6:45 p.m. in Ferndale. Participants shared projects and exchanged ideas for about an hour.
Affirmations

Dr. Professor Leonard King, an iconic jazz drummer and bandleader, played live on Thursday, November 6, at 6 p.m. at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. His decades of experience filled the evening with jazz history and mastery.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Affirmations and Stand With Trans hosted a safe, supportive community meetup for trans men and trans masc folks on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Affirmations Community Center in Ferndale.
Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

On Thursday, November 6, 2025, GR Trans Foundation and GR Pride Center hosted “Cheers, Queers!” at Vivant Brewery in Grand Rapids, a welcoming meet & greet for West Michigan’s trans and queer community from 6 to 9 p.m.
Vivant Brewery + Spirits, 925 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

S. G. Goodman, with her distinctive blend of folk and rock from Western Kentucky, played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 8 p.m. She performed songs from her new album Planting by the Signs, inspired by nature and human connection.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Russ Macklem's Detroit Quintet played at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit at 7:30 p.m., delivering original jazz tunes with vibes reminiscent of the early 1960s. Musicians joining the jam session got in free.
Cliff Bell’s

Jean Wilson & Friends played jazz standards on Wednesday, November 5, at 7 p.m. at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. This group of seasoned career musicians performs at fine venues around southeast Michigan.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Michael Zaporski played live jazz piano at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. with no cover charge. He filled the night with captivating jazz melodies.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States
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