LIFE

Things to do in Ann Arbor and surrounding areas

Arts & culture

2+2=8: Thirty years of Heidelberg

This exhibition celebrates Tyree Guyton’s iconic outdoor art installation which spans over two city blocks on the East Side of Detroit. $5 suggested donation.

Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit | 4454 Woodward Ave., Detroit

Happening now through Jan. 7, 2019. MOCAD hours vary, check website

Zell visiting writers series: Sigrid Nunez and Aracelis Girmay

It’s back! The University of Michigan’s Zell Writer’s Program is known for bringing in big name writers to Ann Arbor. Featuring renowned writers Nunez and Girmay, this event is free and open to the public.

Helmut Stern Auditorium Museum of Art | 525 S State St, Ann Arbor

Sept. 27, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Anna Clark: The Poisoned City

Join Detroit journalist Anna Clark as she discusses her book The Poisoned City: Flint’s Water and the American Urban Tragedy and the politics of accessible, safe drinking water. Free and open to the public.

Nicola’s Books | 2513 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor

Oct. 2, 7:00 p.m.

Local

Oktoberfest

The famed event will take place over the span of two days, and will feature performances from the Rhinelanders, Pajamas, and Wire in the Wood. Traditional German beer and food will be served.

Arbor Brewing Company | 114 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor

Sept. 28 and 29, 5 p.m.-12 a.m.

Tarantino party

For those who love Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill, and other Quentin Tarantino films, this event is for you! Dress as your character and head out for a night of dancing to all the iconic soundtrack music. Themed drinks will be served. This 18+ event is free before 11 p.m. and $3 after.

The Blind Pig | 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor

Sept. 29, Doors at 9 p.m.

‘90s bar crawl

Hit up all the local bars with a cool crew of ‘90s kids. The night will include drink specials and ‘90s music. Prices range from $30-40, check 90sbarcrawl.com for registration and specifics. Don’t forget your chokers and an impending fear of Y2K.

The Pretzel Bell | 226 S. Main St., Ann Arbor

Sept. 29, 3:00-10:00 p.m.

Campus

Suit up for your career

WCC and JCPenny team up for this annual event to help you dress for success. It will include up to 40% off select career apparel for men and women, personal shoppers, appointments at the hair salon and optical department, and makeup tips from Sephora.

JCPenney | 500 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor

Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Fall transfer fair

If you’re interested in transferring to a university, stop by to meet representatives from colleges and get more information about the transfer process. For the first time, a representative from the Detroit Historically Black Colleges and Universities Network will be on campus to talk to students about the benefits of transferring to an HBCU.

Student Center second floor

Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.