Hi neighbors!

Your roundup of local events has arrived and it includes everything from craft shows, and kids consignment sales to sparkly bingo and some rivalry volleyball. Whether you're looking to get out of the house, get ahead on holiday shopping, or just try something new, here’s everything going on Nov 13–16 around Ann Arbor, Dexter, Chelsea, Ypsi & beyond.

🗓️ What’s Happening?

Looking for things to do in Ann Arbor, Dexter, Ypsi & beyond this weekend? Nov 13–16:

🛍️ Nov 13th-16th JBF Bonus Sale at Washtenaw Fairgrounds (Ann Arbor)

Your bonus chance to score kid stuff for cheap! 1,300+ families consigning everything from toys to winter gear. Free admission, big savings.

🦌 Saturday, Nov 15: 3rd Annual Buck Pole Social at Revel Run (Chelsea)

A midwestern evening: deer, DJs, food trucks, craft cocktails, and community. Free entry, family-friendly, and buck drop-off starts at 3pm. Runs 5pm–midnight.

🛝Saturday, Nov 15: Just Play Grand Opening (Dexter)

Dexter’s newest indoor playground is officially opening this Saturday! Slides, bounce zones, pretend play + early access at 8am if you book online. Bonus: opening-day gift with ticket or membership.

🎅🏼 Sunday, Nov 16 from 10am–4pm: Dexter American Legion Holiday Craft Show

Shop local, sip something warm, and pretend you’re ahead on holiday gifts. Handmade goods, treats, raffles & free entry.

🏐 Sunday, Nov 16 at 2pm: Michigan vs. MSU Volleyball at Crisler (Ann Arbor)

Grab your ticket for this rivalry match full of serves, sets & spikes between Michigan & MSU.

👑 Sunday, Nov 16 at 3pm: Drag Queen Bingo at Dexter Beer Grotto

Sunday Funday… but make it fabulous. Sparkly queens, big laughs, and bingo with attitude. $20 entry + card for 3 rounds. Groups of 6+ get 10% off!

🏠 Sunday, Nov 16 from 12-2pm: Open House at 3090 N Spurway Dr

Know someone looking for a gorgeous, move-in ready condo in Ann Arbor? Send them to the open house I’m hosting this Sunday at 3090 N Spurway Dr. in Ann Arbor from 12-2pm! If you tell me you’re coming, I’ll make sure I have mimosas ready. 🍾

🥒 Wednesday, Nov 19th from 5-6p: The Brinery Show & Tell

Get your ferment on with David Klingenburger of The Brinery. Taste your way through their pickled + fermented goodies, hear the story behind the brand — and if the vibe is right, you might even get a behind-the-scenes tour of the production space.

🏠 Thinking about making a move in the Ann Arbor area?  

🎵  Live Music Lineup

(Live music events in Ann Arbor/Ypsi unless otherwise noted & those marked with ($) charge a cover or require a ticket to the best of my knowledge)

Thursday, November 13th
Joshua Elwood & Friends @ North Star Lounge from 5:30-6:30pm (no cover)
Evan & James @ Erratic Ale (Dexter) from 6:30-8:30pm (no cover)
Kanin Wren @ The Blind Pig, doors at 7pm ($25)
Pittsfield Open Band @ Ypsi Alehouse at 7pm (no cover)
Virga, Jacuzzi Beach, Vicissitones @ Ziggys at 8pm ($)
Let's Pretend @ Zal Gaz Grotto from 8-11pm ($) 
Sam Grisman Project @ The Ark at 8pm ($35)
Broth3rs @ Mash (Ann Arbor) from 9-1am (no cover)

Friday, November 14th
Citizen Jones @ Ypsi Alehouse at 4:30pm (no cover)
Captain Karnooba @ North Star Lounge from 5:30-6:30pm (no cover)
Pontiac Trail Blazers ft. Jason Dennie @ North Star Lounge from 7-10pm ($) 
Hemmingway Lane w/ Clementine, No Problemo!, Darcy Moran @ The Blind Pig, doors at 7pm ($14)
Bark's Tales @ Ypsi Alehouse at 7pm (no cover)
Allen Dennard Quintet @ Blue Llama Jazz Club from 7-8pm & 9:00-10:00pm ($)
Scottie Alexander @ The Rumpus Room (Chelsea) from 7:30-10:30pm (free)
Alexander Zonjic & Friends @ Kerrytown Concert House from 7:30-9pm ($)
Jessey Adams @ Mash (Ypsi) at 8pm (no cover)
Velvet Snakes, Melt, Simulation @ Ziggy’s (Ypsi) at 8pm ($10)
Ransom Jones @ Zal Gaz Grotto from 8-11pm ($) 
Vase @ Mash (Ann Arbor) from 10pm-2am (no cover)

Saturday, November 15th:
Irish Session w/ Irish-ish @ Ypsi Alehouse at 1pm (no cover)
Hawes-Goodson Duo @ Kerrytown Concert House at 4pm ($)
Doug Larsen & Jim Miko @ Ypsi Alehouse at 4:30pm (no cover)
Daniel Bracken @ North Star Lounge from 6:30-7:45pm
Sean Dobbins All-Star Quintet @ Blue Llama Jazz Club from 6:30-7:30pm and 8:30-9:30pm ($)
Bob Skon Trio @ Ypsi Alehouse at 7pm (no cover)
Abigail & Joannes Stauffer House Concert @ Rancho Tranquilico (Dexter) ($)
Raising The Dead @ The Blind Pig, doors at 8pm ($20)
Adam Ezra Group w/ Jeff Kazee @ The Ark at 8pm ($29)
Blind Liars, Pet Me, Cult Therapy @ Ziggy’s (Ypsi) at 8pm ($10/PWYC) 
Naked Ace @ Zal Gaz Grotto from 8-11pm ($)
Nobody’s Business @ Mash (Ypsi) at 8pm (no cover)
AgawDilim @ North Star Lounge from 8:30-9:45pm ($)
Backbeat Manifesto @ Ypsi Alehouse at 9:30pm (no cover)
No Man’s Land @ Blue Llama Jazz Club from 10:15-11:15pm ($)
Dave Menzo @ Mash (Ann Arbor) from 10pm-2am (no cover)

Sunday, November 16th:
Ann Arbor/Ypsi Acoustic Jam @ Ypsi Alehouse at 2pm (no cover) 
Caroline Cotter @ Knight Road House Concerts at 3pm ($25 or PWYC)
Stout-Hearted String Band @ Erratic Ale (Dexter) from 3-5pm (no cover)
Phil Ogilvie's Rhythm Kings @ Zal Gaz Grotto from 5-8pm ($)
The NoW Trio @ Blue Llama Jazz Club from 6-7pm & 7:30-8:30 pm($)
Stucchi & The Shepherd w/ Kyandé @ The Ark at 7:30pm ($29)

Monday, November 17th:
Paul Keller Orchestra @ Zal Gaz Grotto from 7-10pm ($)
Melanie Davis, Tim Monger @ Ziggy’s (Ypsi) at 8pm ($10/PWYC) 

Tuesday, November 18th:
Easy Street Jazz Band @ Zal Gaz Grotto Club from 5-7pm ($) 
Ben Miller Regenerate @ Ziggy’s (Ypsi) at 8pm ($)
Shovels & Rope @ The Ark at 8pm ($40)

Wednesday, November 19th: 
Jordan Smith-Hays @ North Star Lounge from 5:30-6:30pm (no cover)
Cyrus Chestnut Trio @ Blue Llama Jazz Club from 6-10:30pm ($) 
Deep Steam @ Ypsi Alehouse at 7pm (no cover)
Community Drum Circle Guided by Sundance @ North Star Lounge from 7-10pm ($)
Lackadaizical + Super B, Basket Case, The Goopies, Cattywampus @ Ziggy’s (Ypsi) at 7pm ($5-10/PWYC)
TJ Hooper @ The Blind Pig, doors at 8pm ($15)

And if you haven’t already… make sure you follow me on Instagram to get more updates & ideas of things to do and see in the area! 

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