Arbor Annie’s Memorial Day Weekend Picks May 24-27
This weekend is Memorial Day which is the unofficial start of summer. Local pools open, school is starting to wind down, and temperatures are finally getting warmer.
Arbor Annie’s Weekend Picks
The weekend kicks off with the opening of local pools, water parks, and spray grounds. Unfortunately the weather forecast is not great for swimming. There is a chance of thunderstorms on Saturday and Sunday afternoon and cooler temperatures (low 70s) on Monday.
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It is also the start of the Summer Fair Schedule with the Sumpter Country Fest in Belleville – followed by the Milan Fair starting in the middle of next week. My daughter love rides, so we’ll probably visit a couple of fairs. (Note I am still updating the list and it should be completed by noon Friday).
Be sure to check out our Memorial Day article for parades, memorial ceremonies, and closures on Monday.
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Garage Sales
We’re trying our garage sale list on Facebook again. We don’t have any listings at the time of this article, but if you are having one be sure to add yours. And check back in case some get added. Next week we’ll try adding the garage sale list to Facebook earlier in the week.
Last year our garage sale list was a big hit, so we're trying again this year. Are you having a yard sale this weekend? Add it to the comments so other readers can shop it.
Posted by Ann Arbor with Kids on Friday, May 24, 2019
Movies
New this weekend is Aladdin. It would be my movie pick of the weekend, but we are going to see Pokemon Detective Pikachu with friends.
If you haven’t seen Avengers Endgame, it now includes a post-credit scene that is basically a trailer for Spider-Man Far From Home.
Captain Marvel is still playing at Quality 16 with limited showings. Be sure to check out our Captain Marvel review and parental guidance suggestions. And look for it on digital on Tuesday and home video in June.
Other movies in theaters are:
- A Dog’s Journey
- UglyDolls
- Tolkien
Upcoming Family Friendly movies are (updated from earlier this month since Disney/Fox/Marvel changed some dates after their merger):
- May 31 – Godzilla King of the Monsters
- June 7 – Dark Phoenix
- June 7 – Secret Life of Pets 2
- June 14 – Men in Black International
- June 21 – Toy Story 4
- July 2 – Spider-Man Far From Home
- July 19 – The Lion King
- August 2 – Dora and the Lost City of Gold
- August 16 – The Angry Birds Movie 2
- April 3, 2020 – The New Mutants (was August 2, 2019)
- May 29, 2020 – Artemis Fowl (was August 9, 2019 )
Looking Forward to Next Week
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All Weekend Events
Friday, May 24, 2019
| Date/Time | Event | |
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05/24/2019
All Day |
Everyday Indoor Activities
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05/24/2019
9:30am-10:30am |
Stroller Strides
at County Farm Park, Ann Arbor Michigan Stroller Strides® is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is comprised of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun! Each Stroller Strides instructor is skilled to meet you where you are mentally and physically. |
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05/24/2019
10:00am-11:00am |
Open Swim
at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan |
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| 🆓 | 05/24/2019
10:00am-11:30am |
The Breastfeeding Cafe- Group for mothers and babies
at The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Michigan |
05/24/2019
10:30am-3:30pm |
Open Play
at Kidopolis, Ann Arbor Michigan Have fun enjoying open play time at Kidopolis. Starting in May they are open Thursday through Saturday. It's the perfect place for indoor fun on hot or rainy days. |
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05/24/2019
12:00pm-2:00pm |
Public Swim
at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan |
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05/24/2019
1:00pm-5:00pm |
Open Swim
at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan |
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05/24/2019
4:00pm-8:00pm |
Open Swim
at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan |
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| 💙🆓 | 05/24/2019
5:00pm-11:59pm |
Sumpter Country Fest
at Sumpter Township Fairgrounds, Belleville Michigan |
05/24/2019
7:00pm-9:00pm |
Family Fun Night
at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan |
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05/24/2019
7:00pm-8:00pm |
Family Swim
at Goldfish Swim School, Ann Arbor Michigan |
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| 💙🎟 | 05/24/2019
7:00pm-8:30pm |
Mullin & Friends LIVE! at the Riverside Arts Center
at Riverside Arts Center, Ypsilanti MI Join Mister Mullin and his magical house full of puppet critters in an adventure where the unique and unusual all belong! On a whimsical journey filled with songs and games, Mister Mullin leads the way, unlocking a world of imagination for kids and families to explore. As the story unfolds,...Read More |
Saturday, May 25, 2019
| Date/Time | Event | |
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05/25/2019
All Day |
Everyday Indoor Activities
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| 🆓 | 05/25/2019
7:00am-3:00pm |
Ann Arbor Farmers Market
at Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Ann Arbor MI |
| 🆓 | 05/25/2019
8:00am-1:00pm |
Dexter Farmers Market
at Dexter Farmers Market, Dexter Michigan |
| 🆓 | 05/25/2019
8:00am-12:00pm |
Saline Famers Market
at S. Ann Arbor St Saline, Saline MI |
05/25/2019
9:00am-10:00am |
Stroller Strides
at County Farm Park, Ann Arbor Michigan Stroller Strides® is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is comprised of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun! Each Stroller Strides instructor is skilled to meet you where you are mentally and physically. |
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| 🆓 | 05/25/2019
9:00am-1:00pm |
Ypsilanti Farmers Market
at Depot Town, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙 | 05/25/2019
10:30am |
Autism Friendly Film: Pokemon Detective Pikachu
at Emagine Saline, Saline Michigan |
| 🎟 | 05/25/2019
10:30am-12:00pm |
Family Paint
at Ruby’s Makery, Dexter Michigan |
05/25/2019
10:30am-5:00pm |
Open Play
at Kidopolis, Ann Arbor Michigan Have fun enjoying open play time at Kidopolis. Starting in May they are open Thursday through Saturday. It's the perfect place for indoor fun on hot or rainy days. |
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05/25/2019
10:30am |
The Little Scientists Club
at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI The Ann Arbor Hands-on Museum offers The Little Scientists Club for toddlers and preschoolers. Each week has a different theme. The Little Scientists Club is held in the Green Room on the Lower Level. The Little Scientists Club is currently offered on Tuesday and Saturday mornings Check the AAHOM Event...Read More |
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| 🎟 | 05/25/2019
11:00am-12:00pm |
Suzuki Baby/Toddler Music Class
at Suzuki Music Classes, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙 | 05/25/2019
12:00pm-1:30pm |
Kids Paint
at Paint and Pour, Ypsilanti MI - Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/25/2019
12:00pm-11:59pm |
Sumpter Country Fest
at Sumpter Township Fairgrounds, Belleville Michigan |
05/25/2019
1:00pm-4:00pm |
Open Swim
at Whitmore Lake High School, Whitmore Lake Michigan |
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| 💙🆓 | 05/25/2019
1:00pm-2:30pm |
Scratch 3.0
at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/25/2019
1:00pm-4:00pm |
Super Smash Bros. Ulitmate
at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
05/25/2019
1:15pm-4:30pm |
Open Swim
at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan |
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| 💙🆓 | 05/25/2019
1:30pm-3:00pm |
Sensory Friendly Saturday
at Pease Auditorium, Ypsilanti Michigan Join us on May 25th, 2019 for sensory-friendly programming with the Ann Arbor Symphony! “Sensory Friendly Saturday” offers accessible programming opportunities to patrons and their families needing special accommodations. The event starts at 1:30 pm and features a hands-on experience with brass instruments through our Instrument Petting Zoo program. Following...Read More |
| 💙🆓 | 05/25/2019
2:00pm |
Pops in the Park
at Riverside Park, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/25/2019
2:00pm-3:00pm |
Saturday Sampler Tour: Read & Look "G is for Gladiator"
at Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/25/2019
2:30pm-5:30pm |
Board Game Afternoon
at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/25/2019
3:00pm-4:30pm |
YA Author Talk and Signing with Tracy Richardson
at Nicola’s Books, Ann Arbor MI |
| 💙🎟 | 05/25/2019
7:00pm-8:30pm |
Mullin & Friends LIVE! at the Riverside Arts Center
at Riverside Arts Center, Ypsilanti MI Join Mister Mullin and his magical house full of puppet critters in an adventure where the unique and unusual all belong! On a whimsical journey filled with songs and games, Mister Mullin leads the way, unlocking a world of imagination for kids and families to explore. As the story unfolds,...Read More |
Sunday, May 26, 2019
| Date/Time | Event | |
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05/26/2019
All Day |
Everyday Indoor Activities
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| 💙🆓 | 05/26/2019
10:00am-4:00pm |
Flower Day
at Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Ann Arbor MI |
| 💙🆓 | 05/26/2019
12:00pm-11:59pm |
Sumpter Country Fest
at Sumpter Township Fairgrounds, Belleville Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/26/2019
1:00pm-4:00pm |
All-Ages Mario Kart 8 DELUXE Tournament
at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 🆓 | 05/26/2019
1:00pm-2:00pm |
Drawing for Kids
at Traverwood Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
05/26/2019
1:00pm-4:00pm |
Open Swim
at Whitmore Lake High School, Whitmore Lake Michigan |
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| 💙🆓 | 05/26/2019
2:00pm |
Memorial Day Ceremony
at Arborcrest Memorial Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
05/26/2019
4:00pm-8:00pm |
Open Swim
at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan |
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05/26/2019
6:00pm-7:30pm |
Family Swim
at Goldfish Swim School, Ann Arbor Michigan |
Monday, May 27, 2019
| Date/Time | Event | |
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05/27/2019
All Day |
Everyday Indoor Activities
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| 💙 | 05/27/2019
7:00am-10:00am |
Pancake Breakfast
at Saline Firehouse, Saline Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/27/2019
10:00am |
Dexter Memorial Day Parade
at Monument Park, Dexter Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/27/2019
10:00am-11:30am |
Memorial Day Parade
at Glacier Highlands Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/27/2019
10:00am |
Saline Memorial Day Parade
at Downtown Saline, Saline Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | 05/27/2019
12:00pm-10:00pm |
Sumpter Country Fest
at Sumpter Township Fairgrounds, Belleville Michigan |
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Anna Mae owns & operates Ann Arbor with Kids, a website dedicated to Family Activities in Ann Arbor. My husband and I moved to Ann Arbor in 2003 and our daughter joined the family in 2006.
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