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Nashville singer-songwriter Madi Diaz played on Thursday, October 23 at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. She performed songs from her new album Fatal Optimism, the raw final chapter of a heartache trilogy.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Detroit-based funk band 7 Layers played at Cliff Bell’s on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Their set mixed jazz, blues, Latin, reggae, and soul sounds.
Cliff Bell’s

Arturo O’Farrill, an award-winning name in Latin jazz, played at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor on Thursday, October 23 at 7 p.m. He performed on piano, bringing his unique blend of jazz to the local scene.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

BOLD, a support network for Black LGBTQIA+ adults, met on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Affirmations in Ferndale, offering emotional support and community growth.
Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Zen Zadravec, a musical chameleon, played on Thursday, October 23 at 6 p.m. at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms, mixing jazz, R&B, funk, rock, and pop styles with fresh confidence.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee was booked for a private event all day.
Ramsdell Theatre

The Ark’s Open Stage happened Wednesday, October 22, at 8 p.m. in Ann Arbor, where anyone could take the stage for eight minutes in a supportive setting. It was a laid-back chance to practice performing live at The Ark.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

The experimental group Botanical Fortress performed with saxophonist Houston Patton and drummer Brian Allen on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at Detroit’s Cliff Bell’s. The show merged two different worlds of Detroit's improvised music scene.
Cliff Bell’s

Third Coast Swing with Dave Bennett played jazz sets on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, starting at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. They brought the classic sound of Django Reinhardt mingled with a fresh style, featuring Bennett's clarinet.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Michael Zaporski, a piano maestro, played live jazz on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Dirty Dog Jazz Café in Grosse Pointe Farms. Guests enjoyed world-class jazz and Detroit vibes with no cover charge.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

On Wednesday, October 22, the GR Trans Foundation hosted a walk-in day from 1 to 5 p.m., offering free help to Kent County trans and nonbinary residents updating or obtaining legal documents. Financial aid was also available.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

Jesse Cook, the acclaimed Nuevo Flamenco guitarist with over two million albums sold, played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 8 p.m. His show brought a mix of flamenco, jazz, and world music to fans eager for virtuoso guitar sounds.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Seth Walker, known for blending blues, gospel, and country, played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Monday, October 20, at 8 p.m. A prolific figure in the Americana scene, he captivates with his melodic tunes and rich voice.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Eastern Market hosted a ticketed tailgate party on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Detroit, cheering on the Lions vs. Buccaneers game with reserved parking lots.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell, Detroit, 48207, United States

David Nail, the Grammy-nominated multi-platinum country singer-songwriter, played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. He performed songs from his independent releases along with his latest material.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Tommy Emmanuel, hailed by NPR’s World Cafe as one of the best acoustic guitarists worldwide, played at the Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 7 p.m. He performed songs from his new album, Living In The Light.
Royal Oak Music Theatre, 318 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI, 48067, United States

Vocalist and clarinetist Sarah D’Angelo and pianist Cliff Monear played at Ann Arbor’s Blue LLama Jazz Club on Sunday, October 19, with sets at 6 and 7:30 p.m. Their blend of passionate jazz and skilled musicianship caught the attention of the crowd.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

The Bad Plus played a piano-less set at Detroit’s Cliff Bell’s on Sunday, October 19, 2025, starting at 5:30 p.m. Founders Reid Anderson and Dave King were joined by guitarist Ben Monder and tenor saxophonist Chris Speed for a fresh, energized sound.
Cliff Bell’s
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