Ann Arbor offers a number of great sledding hills! Which is your favorite? We have reviewed several hills over the last few years. Ann Arbor Sledding Profiles Update we have verified that the Leslie Science Center hill is available. At Home We have a tiny hill in our backyard which is perfect for my daughter when it is still snowing and road […]
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With winter weather, it is snow day season. Our Snow Day Planner will help you find school closures, child care, and activities. It looks like school is in session throughout the region today. But it is good to review procedures and camp options for future snow days. School Closures The first thing to check on a snowy day is for […]
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This is a big weekend for local museums and for performances. Plus, plenty of other fun events. Arbor Annie’s Weekend Picks This is the weekend to visit a local museum (or two or three), take in a show (or two), and more. Weekend Museum Highlights The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum has their TechTwilight Family Day on Saturday. They hosted us at Thursday’s […]
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In preparation for Thanksgiving, I’ve assembled a list of Ann Arbor Thanksgiving events. I’ve also got some activity and recipe ideas. The Closures list still mostly reflects 2018, but will be updated closer to Thanksgiving. Ann Arbor Pre-Thanksgiving Events Whether on Thanksgiving or another day, there are several Thanksgiving themed events leading up to Thanksgiving. Events on Thanksgiving in Ann Arbor […]
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Last weekend Pioneer Theatre Guild hosted us at the opening night of their production of Matilda. All opinions are ours. They have 3 more shows this weekend. About Matilda The Musical Matilda the Musical brings Roald Dahl’s classic to life. Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses […]
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For many families, cutting their own Christmas Tree is an annual tradition – or one they want to start. Personally, I’ve always had an artificial tree, but over the years readers have asked me where they can go to get their tree. Thanks to reader suggestions over the years for their input in this list of Ann Arbor Christmas Tree […]
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I remember having Breakfast with Santa when I was a child. It was definitely an experience I wanted to share with my daughter. There are several Ann Arbor Santa Meals (or snacks) in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County. I’ve also partnered with other sites in Southeast Michigan to bring you a list of all the opportunities to Dine with Santa throughout […]
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Kickoff the holiday season by heading to one of the many Christmas tree lightings. Even better, several of the tree lighting ceremonies include a Christmas parade. Festive lighting evening holiday parades are lots of fun – as long as it isn’t too cold. We also have information on daytime parades. Note: If you know of one we missed, let us […]
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I hope everyone had a Happy Halloween and is dry and warm after cold and wet trick or treating. Arbor Annie’s Weekend Picks Halloween events wrap up this weekend. There are things like The Great Pumpkin Roll at Mill Pond Park, Ypsilanti’s All Hallows Illumination, and Haunted Castle Masquerade for teens at Ypsilanti Library – Whittaker Branch. Do you have too much Halloween candy? There […]
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Our Ann Arbor Christmas Guide will help you fit in all the fun local activities this holiday season. With family gatherings, holiday parties, shopping, and more, the holiday season is always busy. It’s a challenge to fit everything in. Note: The Christmas Guide is updated as new events are announced and added to our calendar. Check back through the season to find more […]
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