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Duke Tumatoe, a self-taught Chicago blues master, played on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor, showcasing his unique, humorous blues tunes live.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

The Detroit Jazz Project played Friday, January 9, at 7:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit, led by Mark Hershberger. The show featured rich jazz sounds blending Motown influences and local legends.
Cliff Bell’s

Trunino Lowe, a young jazz talent from Detroit, played on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. He’s worked with many renowned jazz musicians and carries on Detroit's jazz legacy with his own band.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble played at Ann Arbor's Blue LLama Jazz Club on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. They performed songs from their new album Groove in the Face of Adversity plus a live version of the Grateful Dead’s Blues for Allah.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Motivational speaker Kevin Dupree presented “The Winner Within” on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts in Manistee. The Armory Youth Project hosted this uplifting community gathering to spread hope and inspiration.
Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, 101 Maple Street, Manistee, MI, 49660, United States

Laz and San Slomovits, the Gemini duo who have performed annually at The Ark since moving to Ann Arbor, celebrated their birthday with Emily and the Good Mischief Band on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 8 p.m. at The Ark.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Alise King, an award-winning R&B and soul artist, played at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit on Thursday, January 8, 2026, starting at 7:30 p.m. The show offered a powerful soul experience with a strong stage presence and heartfelt performance.
Cliff Bell’s

Signal Quartet, a Detroit-based jazz group, played on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Each member brings their own unique improvisational voice, creating a fresh and distinctive jazz experience.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

BOLD, a support group for Black LGBTQIA+ adults, met in Ferndale on Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., offering emotional support, resource sharing, advocacy, and skill-building.
Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Trunino Lowe, one of Detroit's young rising musicians, played on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. He's a key figure in the local jazz scene, known for his compositions and mentoring.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

GR Trans Foundation and GR Pride Center hosted Cheers, Queers!, a casual meet & greet for West Michigan's trans and queer community on Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Vivant Brewery in Grand Rapids.
Vivant Brewery + Spirits, 925 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

The Ark in Ann Arbor held its Open Stage on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 8 p.m., giving performers eight minutes or two songs to share their music or just enjoy new sounds in a supportive setting.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

You could catch the power trio featuring John Arnold on guitar, Pathe Jassi on bass and vocals, and Jesse Kramer on drums on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Their set blended original compositions with American jazz, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, and African music.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

The Swing Syndicate, one of Detroit's top big bands, played at Cliff Bell’s on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, starting at 7 p.m., followed by a jam session. A high school jazz band performed earlier that evening with them.
Cliff Bell’s

Jazz pianist Michael Zaporski played on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms, blending American jazz with West African rhythms.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Whole New Worlds, a queer fantasy book club, met on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Affirmations Board Room in Ferndale. It welcomed queer individuals to find their place in fantasy literature.
Affirmations Board Room, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center in Ferndale hosted the Rooted in Movement dance program's first session on Wednesday, January 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., inviting LGBTQ+ adults to connect and express themselves through dance.
Affirmations

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center held the kickoff of Rooted in Rhythm on Wednesday, January 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Ferndale. This 12-week series brought together LGBTQ+ adults interested in songwriting, music, and dance in a creative and welcoming space.
Affirmations
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