After a very busy week, we were hoping for a bit of a break this weekend. But, there are so many great events this weekend, that our weekend will still be quite busy.

Arbor Annie’s Weekend Event Picks

Last Saturday Pioneer was busy with elementary students participating in Science Olympiad. This weekend, it is hosting the AAPS Middle and High School bands for Picnic Pops – and everyone who wants to come hear some great music. It looks like the weather will be great for the performance. We attended last year when it was moved inside due to rain. My daughter is looking forward to playing in the concert this year.

Sunday is Huron River Day.  My daughter had a great time last year kayaking and trying stand up paddleboarding. She was excited to hear they were offering it again this year. Be sure to check out our review of Huron River Day from last year. Hopefully the weather forecast improves – currently there is an 80% chance of rain with a risk of severe thunderstorms.The final A2SO KinderConcerts of the year are Saturday (Dexter & Chelsea Libraries) and Monday (Ypsi Library Whittaker Branch). Friday morning I joined them at the Ann Arbor District Library’s Downtown Branch.

Young People’s Theater is performing Newsies this weekend. Their plays are usually great, so I recommend them.

If you’re looking for an indoor activity in bad weather, check out AACME (Ann Arbor Creativity & Making Expo) at Downtown Branch of AADL.

---

Ad:

---

All of Arbor Annie’s weekend picks are below:

Friday Picks

Saturday Picks

Sunday Picks

---

Ad:

Upcoming Sponsored Events

Ann Arbor Jaycees Summer Carnival

Wednesday, June 19-Sunday, June 23

Michigan Challenge Balloonfest

Thursday, June 27-Sunday, June 30

---

Movies

New this weekend in theaters is A Dog’s Journey. Next week is the opening of Aladdin.

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.

Want more Marvel? Be sure to check out our Captain Marvel review and parental guidance suggestions.

Other Movies in theater are

• Pokemon Detective Pikachu
• UglyDolls
• Tolkien
• Breakthrough

Upcoming Family Friendly movies are (updated from last week since Disney/Fox/Marvel changed some dates after their merger closed):

• May 24 – Aladdin
• 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 )

Upcoming Sponsored Events

Thank you to our advertisers for sponsoring these event listings:

Wednesday, June 19-Sunday, June 23

Ann Arbor Jaycees Summer Carnival

Thursday, June 27-Sunday, June 30

Michigan Challenge Balloonfest

Looking Forward to Next Week

Wednesday is an early release day for Ann Arbor Public Schools. Then, next weekend is Memorial Day – the unofficial kickoff to summer.

	Date/Time	Event
💙🆓	05/21/2019 5:00pm-7:00pm	Ann Arbor Youth Art Fair Jury Session at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/21/2019 5:15pm-6:45pm	Meet the Providers at IHA Child Health West Arbor, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/21/2019 7:30pm-9:00pm	A Celebration of 40 Years Concert at Morris Lawrence Building, Ann Arbor MI
💙	05/22/2019 10:00am-11:00am	Nature Storytime - Squirrels at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI Join LSNC on select Wednesday and Sunday mornings for outdoor and nature-based activities that inspire you and your child to explore and appreciate the out-of-doors in Ann Arbor’s very own backyard (Leslie!). Each session will be centered around a specific theme and include a variety of hands-on activities, like live...Read More
💙🆓	05/22/2019 12:00pm-6:00pm	Zingerman's Creamery 18th Birthday at Zingerman’s Creamery, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/22/2019 1:00pm-2:00pm	Knitting Nancies at Traverwood Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/22/2019 2:00pm-3:00pm	Simple Duct Tape Beads at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/22/2019 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
💙🎟	05/23/2019 10:00am-11:00am	Preschool Hike- Backyard Fairies at County Farm Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/23/2019 2:00pm-3:00pm	Author Event | Contact High: A Visual History of Hip-Hop at Traverwood Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/23/2019 5:00pm-7:00pm	Safety Night at Aubree’s Dexter, Dexter Michigan
💙🆓	05/23/2019 7:00pm-9:00pm	Ann Arbor Youth Poet Laureate Commencement Performance! at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/23/2019 7:00pm-8:30pm	Author Event | WWE Wrestler Zach Gowen at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/23/2019 7:00pm-8:30pm	Insect Embroidery with Solstice Handmade at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/23/2019 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
💙🆓	05/24/2019 5:00pm-11:59pm	Sumpter Country Fest at Sumpter Township Fairgrounds, Belleville Michigan
💙🎟	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
💙	05/25/2019 10:30am	Autism Friendly Film: Pokemon Detective Pikachu at Emagine Saline, Saline 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-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 1:30pm-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
💙🆓	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 2:00pm	Memorial Day Ceremony at Arborcrest Memorial Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙	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

---

Ad:

---

All Weekend Events

Friday, May 17, 2019

	Date/Time	Event
	05/17/2019 All Day	Everyday Indoor Activities
	05/17/2019 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.
	05/17/2019 10:00am-11:00am	Open Swim at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓	05/17/2019 10:00am-11:30am	The Breastfeeding Cafe- Group for mothers and babies at The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/17/2019 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.
	05/17/2019 12:00pm-2:00pm	Public Swim at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/17/2019 1:00pm-5:00pm	Open Swim at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/17/2019 4:00pm-8:00pm	Open Swim at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/17/2019 5:00pm-7:00pm	Eberwhite Play-a-thon: Ann Arbor's Biggest Playdate at Eberwhite Elementary School, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/17/2019 5:30pm-7:30pm	Spring Mini Session Disclosure: Brittany Bennion Photography has sponsored this event listing. Sign up for an awesome 15 minute mini photo session of your family! Within 10 days of the session, you can review your images and select your 5 favorite images to receive the digital images with printing rights. A mini session...Read More
💙🆓	05/17/2019 6:00pm-8:00pm	Keeping a Nature Journal with Clare Walker Leslie at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/17/2019 7:00pm-9:00pm	Family Fun Night at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/17/2019 7:00pm-8:00pm	WOOF! Doggy Storytime with Therapaws at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/17/2019 7:00pm	YPT's Newsies at Power Center, Ann Arbor Michigan

Saturday, May 18, 2019

	Date/Time	Event
	05/18/2019 All Day	Everyday Indoor Activities
🆓	05/18/2019 7:00am-3:00pm	Ann Arbor Farmers Market at Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Ann Arbor MI
	05/18/2019 7:30am-7:30pm	Mother's Day Mini Sessions at Nichols Arboretum, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓	05/18/2019 8:00am-1:00pm	Dexter Farmers Market at Dexter Farmers Market, Dexter Michigan
🆓	05/18/2019 8:00am-12:00pm	Saline Famers Market at S. Ann Arbor St Saline, Saline MI
💙🎟	05/18/2019 8:00am-1:00pm	Walk & Wag and Run at Rolling Hills County Park, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🎟	05/18/2019 8:30am-10:30am	Spring Mini Session Disclosure: Brittany Bennion Photography has sponsored this event listing. Sign up for an awesome 15 minute mini photo session of your family! Within 10 days of the session, you can review your images and select your 5 favorite images to receive the digital images with printing rights. A mini session...Read More
💙🎟	05/18/2019 9:00am-2:00pm	Auditions for 2019-2020 Ann Arbor Youth Chorale at First Baptist Church of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor MI
💙🆓	05/18/2019 9:00am-1:00pm	County Clean-Up Day Recycling Event at Chelsea High School, Chelsea Michigan
	05/18/2019 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.
🆓	05/18/2019 9:00am-1:00pm	Ypsilanti Farmers Market at Depot Town, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙	05/18/2019 9:30am-3:00pm	Y.C.S. Art Department Mom2Mom Sale at Estabrook Elementary School, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🆓	05/18/2019 10:00am-2:00pm	Dexter Ice Cream Social at Dexter Crossings, Dexter Michigan
💙🆓	05/18/2019 10:00am-1:00pm	Fiesta de la Familia at Buhr Park, Ann Arbor MI
💙🆓	05/18/2019 10:00am-1:00pm	Healthy Kids Day at YMCA Camp Birkett, Pinckney Michigan
💙	05/18/2019 10:00am-12:00pm	Parent-Tot PlayDate at Peachy Fitness, Ann Arbor Michigan Come enjoy this special offering with your young one!  Designed for caregivers and toddler-preschool aged children, this morning will include a variety of activities.  We’ll start with creative movement and games using a collection of fun props. Obstacle course activities will follow with objectives for developing gross and fine motor...Read More
💙🆓	05/18/2019 10:00am-5:45pm	Picnic Pops at Pioneer High School, Ann Arbor Michigan Picnic Pops:  Be part of a long tradition!  Come enjoy this city-wide ice cream social featuring music from AAPS bands from Huron, Pioneer, and Skyline High Schools and Clague, Forsythe, Scarlett, Slauson, Tappan, and Ann Arbor Open
🎟	05/18/2019 10:30am-12:00pm	Family Paint at Ruby’s Makery, Dexter Michigan
	05/18/2019 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.
	05/18/2019 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
🆓	05/18/2019 11:00am-3:00pm	Community Fun Day at Grace Ann Arbor Church, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓	05/18/2019 11:00am-12:30pm	Genius of Play at Learning Express Toys of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor MI
🎟	05/18/2019 11:00am-12:00pm	Suzuki Baby/Toddler Music Class at Suzuki Music Classes, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/18/2019 1:00pm-3:30pm	Ann Arbor Youth Art Fair Jury Session at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/18/2019 1:00pm-5:00pm	Open Swim at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/18/2019 1:00pm-4:00pm	Open Swim at Whitmore Lake High School, Whitmore Lake Michigan
💙🆓	05/18/2019 1:00pm-2:30pm	Starting a Nature Journal with Clare Walker Leslie at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/18/2019 1:00pm	YPT's Newsies at Power Center, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/18/2019 1:15pm-4:30pm	Open Swim at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/18/2019 2:00pm-4:00pm	American Hero Meet & Greet at Learning Express Toys of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor MI
💙🆓	05/18/2019 2:00pm-5:00pm	LGBTQ Fun Day and Resource Fair at YMCA Camp Birkett, Pinckney Michigan
💙🆓	05/18/2019 4:30pm-6:30pm	Goldfish Safety Day at Goldfish Swim School, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/18/2019 5:00pm-10:00pm	Water Lantern Festival at Milan Beach, Milan Michigan
💙🎟	05/18/2019 7:00pm	YPT's Newsies at Power Center, Ann Arbor Michigan

Sunday, May 19, 2019

	Date/Time	Event
	05/19/2019 All Day	Everyday Indoor Activities
💙	05/19/2019 10:00am-11:00am	Nature Storytime - Squirrels at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI Join LSNC on select Wednesday and Sunday mornings for outdoor and nature-based activities that inspire you and your child to explore and appreciate the out-of-doors in Ann Arbor’s very own backyard (Leslie!). Each session will be centered around a specific theme and include a variety of hands-on activities, like live...Read More
💙🆓	05/19/2019 12:00pm-5:00pm	AACME (Ann Arbor Creativity & Making Expo) at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/19/2019 12:00pm-4:00pm	Huron River Day at Gallup Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓	05/19/2019 1:00pm-4:00pm	Chesstastic at Traverwood Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/19/2019 1:00pm-2:30pm	LEGO Connection at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/19/2019 1:00pm-6:00pm	Open Swim at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan
	05/19/2019 1:00pm-4:00pm	Open Swim at Whitmore Lake High School, Whitmore Lake Michigan
💙🎟	05/19/2019 1:00pm-3:00pm	Tuck's Treetop Adventure Climb at Montibeller Park, Ypsilanti MI
💙🎟	05/19/2019 1:30pm-3:30pm	Fairy On The Fly: Fairy Whisperer Workshop at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/19/2019 2:00pm-5:00pm	Journey to Freedom Underground Railroad Bus Tour at Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/19/2019 2:00pm	YPT's Newsies at Power Center, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	05/19/2019 3:00pm-5:00pm	Fairy Door Workshop at Ruby’s Makery, Dexter Michigan
	05/19/2019 4:00pm-8:00pm	Open Swim at Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	05/19/2019 6:30pm-8:00pm	Fireside Fun – A Good Old-fashioned Campfire Circle at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI All ages – FREE! Enjoy a campfire with LSNC one Sunday night a month. They'll provide the campfire and marshmallows. Bring your family, camp chairs, and the other fixings for s'mores. The program is free and no registration is needed. Fireside Fun Schedule:

The following two tabs change content below.

• Bio
• Latest Posts

Anna Mae

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.

Latest posts by Anna Mae (see all)

• Arbor Annie’s End of School & Father’s Day Weekend Picks June 14-16 – June 14, 2019
• Father’s Day Activity Ideas – June 14, 2019
• 2019 Top of the Park Kids Guide – June 13, 2019

Featured Posts

Arbor Annie’s End of School & Father’s Day Weekend Picks June 14-16

Arbor Annie’s Weekday Picks June 10-14

Arbor Annie’s Weekend Picks May 31-June 2

Ann Arbor Local Business and Non-Profit Guide