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Ann Arbor Pride kicks off Saturday with 150 vendors and lineup of performances
Read full article: Ann Arbor Pride kicks off Saturday with 150 vendors and lineup of performancesFrom noon to 9 p.m., the free event will have dancing, singing, live music and drag performances spread over two stages at the Main and Liberty intersection.
Celebrate Detroit’s 323rd birthday with a free event in Spirit Plaza!
Read full article: Celebrate Detroit’s 323rd birthday with a free event in Spirit Plaza!The 313 is turning 323 and we’re throwing Detroit a one-of-a-kind birthday party by raising the city’s flag, eating 323 cupcakes and dancing to live music!
Ann Arbor’s Mothfire Brewing Co. celebrating anniversary with Saturday bash
Read full article: Ann Arbor’s Mothfire Brewing Co. celebrating anniversary with Saturday bashSaturday's event will kick off at noon with the inaugural release of Motfire’s Revolve Imperial Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout and Gin Barrel-Aged Osborn Mist.
Planning to celebrate July 4 with fireworks? Here’s what Ann Arborites need to know
Read full article: Planning to celebrate July 4 with fireworks? Here’s what Ann Arborites need to knowIf a firework causes a fire resulting in damage, those responsible may face civil or criminal liability, officials said.
Join us for Raise It Up! Rooftop Day Party at Atwater Brewery on July 20
Read full article: Join us for Raise It Up! Rooftop Day Party at Atwater Brewery on July 20Join Local 4 in partnership with Raise the Flag and Atwater Brewery for RAISE IT UP Rooftop Day Party on Saturday, July 20th to kick off Detroit’s Birthday week!
Washtenaw Community College hosting Career Exploration Night in July
Read full article: Washtenaw Community College hosting Career Exploration Night in JulyStaff from the Center for Career Success will present information about high-demand careers and the academic paths that will lead to success in those industries.
Ann Arbor Art Fair to kick off with two community focused events
Read full article: Ann Arbor Art Fair to kick off with two community focused events“Thank you to our amazing community for two decades of community and fun. We are excited to announce that this year’s kick off events are now a three fair collaboration, and we look forward to having everyone join us July 16!” said Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original, Executive Director Angela Kline.
Here’s how your library card will get you free weekend trips on the bus
Read full article: Here’s how your library card will get you free weekend trips on the busThe Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti District libraries are partnering with the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide) to offer free rides.
Annual Bridging US-23 Unity Walk raising money for Washtenaw County restorative justice program
Read full article: Annual Bridging US-23 Unity Walk raising money for Washtenaw County restorative justice programOn Saturday, a five-mile walk aims to connect Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti while raising money for The Dispute Resolution Center’s restorative justice program.
Jaycee’s Fourth of July parade returning to downtown Ann Arbor this summer
Read full article: Jaycee’s Fourth of July parade returning to downtown Ann Arbor this summerThis July, floats, bands and parade participants will weave along a route starting at the William St. and State St. intersection and ending at Thompson Street.
Celebrate 200 years of Ann Arbor with a new exhibit at the Gutman Gallery
Read full article: Celebrate 200 years of Ann Arbor with a new exhibit at the Gutman GalleryThe bicentennial exhibit contains art showing the Ann Arbor community and iconic landmarks including the Original Cottage Inn location, the Main and Liberty intersection, the Michigan Theatre, Nickels Arcade, and The Beer Depot on William Street.
Author John U. Bacon to be featured speaker at Big Hearts for Seniors fundraiser
Read full article: Author John U. Bacon to be featured speaker at Big Hearts for Seniors fundraiserHappening on Thursday, May 30, the event raises money for Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels, Housing Bureau for Seniors, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and three other senior services in Washtenaw County.
Stamp Out Hunger this Saturday with Food Gatherers’ largest foodraiser
Read full article: Stamp Out Hunger this Saturday with Food Gatherers’ largest foodraiserWashtenaw County residents can set out bags full of nonperishable and shelf-stable food donations near their mailboxes this Saturday before their usual letter delivery time.
‘Really need folks to adopt:’ Ann Arbor animal shelter at full capacity, waiving fees in May
Read full article: ‘Really need folks to adopt:’ Ann Arbor animal shelter at full capacity, waiving fees in May“April usually means fewer dogs coming into our shelter,” said HSHV COO Matt Schaecher. “But not this year. We’re facing an urgent capacity situation, and really need folks to adopt.”
Ann Arbor Art Fair unveils new posters and logo ahead of festival season
Read full article: Ann Arbor Art Fair unveils new posters and logo ahead of festival seasonA new collaborative logo serves as a reminder of how the three fairs intersect with Ann Arbor and the city’s commitment to creativity and expression.
Here’s who is performing at Ann Arbor Summer Festival’s Top of the Park in June
Read full article: Here’s who is performing at Ann Arbor Summer Festival’s Top of the Park in JuneAnn Arbor Summer Festival events will happen all over the city, with many happening at Top of the Park on Ingalls Mall, Hill Auditorium, and other downtown spots.
Here’s who will perform at Ann Arbor’s free Sonic Lunch concerts this summer
Read full article: Here’s who will perform at Ann Arbor’s free Sonic Lunch concerts this summerThis year, Sonic Lunch will happen every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the corner of Liberty and Division streets between June 6 and August 29.
Washtenaw County clean-up days: Here’s when you can get rid of old appliances
Read full article: Washtenaw County clean-up days: Here’s when you can get rid of old appliancesOnly residential-use items will be accepted this year, including car tires, appliances, furniture, mattresses, scrap wood and metal, bulky waste and electronics.
Got water? Ann Arbor hosting tours of water treatment plant in May
Read full article: Got water? Ann Arbor hosting tours of water treatment plant in MayCity of Ann Arbor officials will host plant tours, at 919 Sunset Road, and activities during an open house between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4.
CareYaya to host free digital literacy workshop for Ann Arbor seniors in May
Read full article: CareYaya to host free digital literacy workshop for Ann Arbor seniors in Mayworkshop participants at the Ann Arbor Senior Center will be shown how to best utilize technology, like virtual reality, to improve their health and quality of life.
Here’s which movies you can see downtown during the 2024 Ann Arbor Summer Festival
Read full article: Here’s which movies you can see downtown during the 2024 Ann Arbor Summer FestivalThe movies are part of the Ann Arbor Summer Festival’s outdoor Movies by Moonlight series offered between June 18-30 during the Top of Park events.
Ann Arbor brunch spot to display art from soon-to-be Unviersity of Michigan graduate
Read full article: Ann Arbor brunch spot to display art from soon-to-be Unviersity of Michigan graduate“I remember seeing a huge painting at Café Zola years ago at a Mother’s Day brunch and I was enchanted by it throughout our entire meal,” said artist Ayanna Bell.
Celebrate nature and sustainability during Ann Arbor’s annual Earth Day Festival
Read full article: Celebrate nature and sustainability during Ann Arbor’s annual Earth Day FestivalFrom 1-4 p.m., on Sunday, April 21, more than 20 environmental organizations and nonprofits will be at the Leslie Science & Nature Center with family-free displays and hands-on activities.
Ann Arbor’s annual JLC Book Sale returns this week with thousands of low-cost books
Read full article: Ann Arbor’s annual JLC Book Sale returns this week with thousands of low-cost booksThe low-cost, family-run event will run from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. from April 17-20 in building E at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds.
Michigan Theater to host documentary, question session with ALS athlete Andrea Lyle Peet
Read full article: Michigan Theater to host documentary, question session with ALS athlete Andrea Lyle PeetOn May 7, the Michigan Theater will have a screening of “Go On, Be Brave," which follows Lyle Peet’s journey as she completes her goal and cycles through her 50th marathon.
Roll for initiative: Local game designers converge on Ann Arbor library for Game Con
Read full article: Roll for initiative: Local game designers converge on Ann Arbor library for Game ConThe downtown library branch will host hours of presentations, gaming sessions and gaming-based vendors between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Police give all clear after bomb threat made during Motor City Furry Con convention
Read full article: Police give all clear after bomb threat made during Motor City Furry Con conventionConvention attendees evaculated the Ann Arbor Marriot at Eagle Crest after police were alert to a bomb threat around 8 a.m. on Sunday.
Items found in Huron River showcased at transforming Ann Arbor art exhibition
Read full article: Items found in Huron River showcased at transforming Ann Arbor art exhibition“Ouroboros,” fills up the 1,200-square-foot space of the Irving Stenn Jr. Family Gallery with objects found in local waterways that have been reimagined as art and musical instruments used to create a dynamic soundscape.
Catch this Ann Arbor illustrator’s iconic art at the downtown library in March
Read full article: Catch this Ann Arbor illustrator’s iconic art at the downtown library in MarchIf you’re from or live in Ann Arbor, you can spot a Zingerman’s product from a mile away thanks to the work of illustrator Ian Nagy.