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The Bicentennial Splash Pad opened on June 24 at 10:30a with a short ceremony. There will be a grand opening celebration from July 10-12 with more details to come. The plans were announced in 2024, with construction starting in July 2025. About Bicentennial Park Bicentennial Park sits at the northwest corner of Ellsworth and Platt […]
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Check out our list of where to pick cherries in Michigan near Ann Arbor. Our list has will help you find both sweet and tart cherries near us. Summer in Ann Arbor is a great time for fresh cherries. In the Ann Arb2or area, cherry season is typically right around Fourth of July – sometimes
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The Ann Arbor 4th of July Parade is back for its 36th anniversary in 2026. As is traditional, the parade is at 10a on July 4th in Downtown Ann Arbor. However, what is not traditional is the route. The parade will not be on Main St this year! This article is sponsored by the Ann
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Are you wondering the best places for dorm shopping near University of Michigan? I’ve got the scoop on all the Big Box Stores near Ann Arbor – Target, Meijer, and more. Map of Big Box Stores near Ann Arbor Target Near University of Michigan In UM Parents group, I frequently saw people posting that they
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The Ann Arbor area hosts a number of great events every year. While these events have always been on our calendar, we’ve gathered dates for each event and our reviews from past years all in one place. If you are planning a visit to Ann Arbor, these dates can help you plan the best time
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Looking for the juiciest, ripest u-pick strawberries near Ann Arbor? Look no further! Plan a delightful adventure of hand-picking your own sweet treasures at the local u-pick strawberry farms. Nothing compares to the satisfaction of plucking sun-kissed berries straight from the vine, ensuring the freshest and most flavorful experience. Check out all the Michigan strawberry
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School break can be a strain on families who typically rely on free and reduced cost lunches. Summer means the kids need to eat more meals at home. In Washtenaw County, Food Gatherers runs most of the Summer Food Service Programs. There are programs offering both Eat and Play (originally called Meet Up and Eat
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Are you looking for Ann Arbor Fourth of July Celebrations? We’ve got a list of all the fireworks and parades and other fun events for 4th of July near us. Ann Arbor 4th of July Fireworks Firework shows near Ann Arbor typically happen before July 4th and not on July 4th itself. Make sure to
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Looking for the best Ann Arbor summer reading programs to keep your kids engaged this year? We’ve roundup up all of the great programs. So, grab the printable reading logs, and get ready to earn free books and other amazing rewards for toddlers to teens (and adults). These programs are fun for eager bookworms and
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Are you wondering what is open on July 4th around Ann Arbor? We’ve started our list for 2026 and will continue to update as we see announcements. As a federal holiday, many locations are closed. Some places are open regular hours. Others have a reduced schedule to allow employees to spend time with their families.
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