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Ypsilanti
Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Ypsilanti. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Michigan Professor Alison Davis Rabosky began her role as director of the UM Museum of Zoology in July and now leads a collection of about 15 million animal specimens—she said she accepted the role to make a positive change by boosting research and education opportunities. MLive
- ➤ Thais Vasconcelos became the first female director of the University of Michigan Herbarium in July and now manages over 1.7M plant specimens—she said her early walks in Brazil sparked her love for plants. She hopes the collection will help students and researchers explore plant science. MLive
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Happy Hour Concert with Frog Island Power Boat
5:30-6:30 p.m. — North Star Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a free happy hour concert featuring an indie rock project with country and folk influences.
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Depot Town Cat Crawl 2025
5-7 p.m. — Depot Town Cats and Dogs — Free entry — Explore the charming feline community of Ypsilanti in this fun-filled community event.
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Haunts for Hunger
11 PM — Prospect Pointe West by Lombardo Homes — Donations encouraged — Enjoy a spooky trail with family fun while supporting a great cause.
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Jeremy Porter Solo-Acoustic Performance
8 p.m. — Mash Bar — Cost info not provided — Experience an intimate solo-acoustic set as Jeremy Porter promotes his latest album, Dynamite Alley.
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Michigan's Largest Music Instrument Swap Meet
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Student Center — $10 admission — Discover a wide array of music instruments and gear for buying, selling, and trading.
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Understanding Relationships Workshop
3 PM — Coachville — Free entry — Empower teens with vital tools to avoid violence and understand healthy relationships.
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