Name: Reflections with Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution
Start: 2026-10-28
End: 2026-10-28

Rackham Auditorium has been the site of many major occasions in the advancement of knowledge, with numerous notable lectures, academic symposia and scholarly papers presented in the 60 plus years since its opening. In addition, it is a favorite venue in the area for intimate musical performances, particularly chamber music, small ensembles and world music.

University of Michigan Rackham Auditorium

The Ann Arbor YMCA offers a wide variety of healthy living activities for all ages. Youth enrichment opportunities include classes in the arts and humanities, leadership and civic engagement programs, team sports and more. Fitness classes and team sports are also offered for adults. Visit the website for a schedule of activities.

Ann Arbor YMCA

Tasty Bakery wants to change your mind about gluten free! Their mission is to have products that are enjoyed by everyone - gluten intolerant or not. Tasty offers high-quality, gluten-free artisan baked goods that are indiscernible from any high-end glutinous baked goods.

Tasty Bakery

Blue Karaoke offers private karaoke rooms and rooms for large parties by reservation. Guests may bring their own food and beverages.

- Great for parties
- 7 rooms of various sizes
- 35+ car free parking lot
- Songs in 11 different languages
- Over 35,000 songs
- Open late

Blue Karaoke

A unique shopping experience in downtown Ann Arbor. The Kerrytown Market and Shops are set in an historic structure containing several eclectic shops and restaurants. See website for complete list of stores.

Kerrytown Market & Shops

Argus Farm Stop is a model for selling locally grown produce, meats and dairy -- a next generation of the traditional farmers market model - making it easier to purchase local goods and produce from your favorite local farmers! Offering farm-fresh produce, ready-to-eat meals, coffee bar, pastries, baked goods and more.

Argus Farm Stop

An old-fashioned market, with a quaint interior, that offers delicious pastries, sandwiches and coffees.

The Jefferson Market

Show your true colors and embrace being weird. Located in the former space of industrial-chic speakeasy bar Root, Rabbit Hole creates an over-the-top atmosphere with eccentric drinks, neon music, and live music all within a centuries old cavernous venue. Step into a world where normality takes a backseat and adventure reigns supreme, where weirdness is embraced and everyone can be themselves. Be unique, be strange, dance all night.

Rabbit Hole

Located on the second floor of the historic 210 South First Street building in Ann Arbor Michigan. The Circ Bar has a state of the art kitchen, two bars and a roof deck for enjoying those beers alfresco.

The Circ Bar

Speakeasy-themed bar located in Downtown Ann Arbor serving a wide variety of crafted cocktails, beers, wines, and rare specialty whiskeys, plus a food menu including charcuterie boards and sliders.

The Last Word

The Blind Pig is one of the hippest hangouts in town. Live music Mon-Sat. Cover varies. Downstairs is the 8 Ball Saloon with full bar, pool tables, dartboards, video games, and TVs.

Blind Pig/ 8 Ball Saloon

Nightclub featuring two full-service bars, dance floor, great sound system and lighting, newly revamped elevated VIP areas. Open three nights a week (Thursday-Saturday). Recurring events weekly.

LIVE Nightclub

Bohemian-styled setting offering, up a delicious variety of vegan bakery goods & custom cakes.

Big City Small World Bakery

The [Ann Arbor Sports Commission](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/ "Ann Arbor Sports Commission") works diligently to improve the quality of life through sports for all of Washtenaw County. The [Ann Arbor area](https://www.annarbor.org/ "Ann Arbor area") attracts both sports enthusiasts and participants alike. Thanks to its [easy accessibility](https://www.annarbor.org/plan/getting-here-getting-around/ "easy accessibility"), [wide range of facilities](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/facilities-venues/ "wide range of facilities") available and variety of [dining](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "dining") & [entertainment](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/ "entertainment") options, the Ann Arbor area is a favorite of sporting event organizations. The area has a rich sporting culture seeding in the history of two Division 1 athletic programs ([University of Michigan](https://www.annarbor.org/university-of-michigan/ "University of Michigan") and Eastern Michigan University) and several other small institutions. The Ann Arbor Sports was formed to attract amateur sporting events to the Ann Arbor region by assisting organizers every step of the way.

Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, a [foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "foodie's paradise"), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/ "walkable downtown") bursting with [world-class arts and culture](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/ "world-class arts and culture"). Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant network of [communities across Washtenaw County](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/ "communities across Washtenaw County"). With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

Ann Arbor Sports Commission

Museums are the classrooms of our country. They play a crucial role in helping us understand the nation’s complex past. Join us for a dynamic conversation with Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution and Lynette Clemetson, Director of Wallace House Center for Journalists, as they reflect on the significance of the 250th anniversary of the United States. At a moment in which discussions about our shared past and collective future feel especially urgent, this event offers an opportunity to learn from a leader who has devoted his career to informing and inspiring Americans to strive for the public good.  
  
Q & A will follow and copies of Secretary Bunch's book A Fool's Errand: Creating the National Museum of African American History and Culture in the Age of Bush, Obama, and Trump will be available for purchase.

Reflections with Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution

Flat Water is a Big Bear Tournaments ice hockey tournament in Ann Arbor, Michigan, running October 2–4, 2026. Sanctioned by USA Hockey, the event welcomes 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U and 18U teams at B, A and AA levels. Each team is guaranteed four games, with the final game serving as a championship or consolation contest, and game periods vary by age division.

Big Bear Tournaments Flat Water - Ann Arbor, MI

Our Mission: To host youth hockey tournaments throughout North America that provide competitive divisions to teams of all skill levels and create the best tournament experience at an exceptional value.

Big Bear Tournaments

The 9th Annual 5K Domestic Violence Awareness Run/Walk is an in-person community event at Frog Island Park in Ypsilanti, Michigan, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Participants can run or walk alongside friends and family while raising awareness and showing support for people affected by domestic violence. This approximately three-and-a-half-hour event offers a meaningful way for the community to come together in support of survivors.&#x20;

9th Annual 5K Domestic Violence Awareness Run/Walk

E-Race the Stigma with the Trinity Health Probility Ann Arbor Marathon! Supporting local mental health charities, participants run through the vibrant streets of downtown Ann Arbor, then wind their way through the panoramic University of Michigan campus. The marathon, half-marathon, and 10K courses also encompass stretches along the Huron River and Gallup Park and through Nichols Arboretum before returning to campus and downtown.

Probility Ann Arbor Marathon

The 2026 Women in Sports: ElevateHER Summit, presented by Michigan Athletics, brings together student-athletes, alumni, community members, coaches and attendees for an evening focused on opportunity, leadership and the future of women in sports. Held October 15 at Crisler Center, the event features networking with current and former student-athletes and coaches beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by a panel at 6 p.m. with Michigan alumnae and prominent sports-industry leaders including Andrea Joyce, Kate Johnson, Estee Portnoy, Casey E. Taylor and Li Li Leung. The summit offers storytelling, professional development, networking and mentorship.

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