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REDWOOD, a talented young musician, composer, and producer, played on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Her set blended jazz, R&B, and soul in the intimate club setting.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

On Thursday, September 11, 2025, starting at 6:30 p.m., the Candidate Forum took place at Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee, featuring local city council candidates. The event was moderated by the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce.
Ramsdell Theatre

BOLD, a support group for Black LGBTQIA+ adults, held its gathering on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Affirmations in Ferndale.
Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Detroit jazz young torchbearer Kasan Belgrave played at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms on Thursday, September 11, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. He performed with his unique multi-woodwind skills continuing the city's jazz legacy.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Captain Robert Thibaudeau, legendary leader of the Paul R. Tregurtha—the largest freighter on the Great Lakes—shared stories about his 45 years at sea on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at The Lark Theater in Cheboygan. He gave an inside look at life aboard the ship and his career.
The Lark Theater, 252 N. Huron Street, Cheboygan, MI, 49721

Katie Pruitt, the queer singer-songwriter from the South, played on Wednesday at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor, showcasing songs from her latest album Mantras with indie-folk and rock vibes exploring identity and self-love.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Detroit trumpeter Jauron Perry performed on Wednesday, September 10, at 7:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. He played with his own quintet, which won the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival Combo Competition.
Cliff Bell’s

On Wednesday, September 10, Hidden Nomination played from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Their set mixed jazz, funk, R&B, and neo-soul with high-energy and delicate melodies.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Local artist Carey Gustafson hosts a workshop on Wednesday, September 10, at 7 p.m. in the Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room in Ferndale. Make your own colorful glass and wood wind chime and enjoy some light refreshments.
Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Pianist Michael Zaporski played live jazz on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at Dirty Dog Jazz Café in Grosse Pointe Farms. Enjoy world-class jazz for free in a laid-back local spot.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

GR Trans Foundation hosted a passport help day on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. in Grand Rapids. The event offered guidance and aid for trans and nonbinary residents of Kent County updating or getting a passport.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

Socks in the Frying Pan, a top Irish traditional trio from Ennis, played Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. Their blend of skill, passion, and lively banter energized the crowd.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

The annual summer Tuesday Market took place on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Eastern Market’s Sheds 2 and 3 in Detroit. It featured regular Saturday Market vendors, free yoga and Zumba sessions, food trucks for lunch, and local businesses open to explore.
Eastern Market, Sheds 2 & 3, 2934 Russell, Detroit, MI, 48207, United States

The Milk Carton Kids, a standout American folk duo, played on Monday, September 8, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. Joey Ryan and Kenneth Pattengale brought their signature harmonies and intricate musicianship to the stage.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center held a queer-friendly, all-levels yoga session on Monday, September 8, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Affirmations Sky Deck in Ferndale. The event was donation-based and for ages 18 and up.
Affirmations Sky Deck

Lake Street Dive played Monday, September 8, at 6:30 p.m. at Detroit's Masonic Temple Theatre, blending soul, jazz, and folk vibes. Their show drew fans into a night of joyful music and connection.
Masonic Temple Theatre, 500 Temple St, Detroit, MI, 48201, United States

Shemekia Copeland, multi-GRAMMY-nominated blues singer, played The Ark in Ann Arbor on Sunday, September 7 at 7:30 p.m. She performed songs from her new album Blame It On Eve, which blends serious themes with joyful, danceable blues.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Houston-born Paul Cornish’s trio played on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Ann Arbor’s Blue LLama Jazz Club. The pianist is one of today’s most promising jazz talents and brought his fresh sound live to the audience.
Blue LLama Jazz Club
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