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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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Drop everything—the wait is officially over! The 2026 Ann Arbor Sonic Lunch has launched, and Liberty Plaza is rocking! Each summer the Sonic Lunch series of lunchtime concerts are held on Thursdays. The Bank of Ann Arbor Sonic Lunch Concerts start on June 4th and run through August 27. The concerts are designed to bring
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Are you looking for free, outdoor summer concerts near me? We’ve got the details on the Ann Arbor Free Summer Concert Series 2026. Free Summer Concerts Near You Are you looking for a list of Free Summer Concerts Near Me? If you’re in the Ann Arbor area, we’ve got you covered. Ann Arbor Concerts 2026
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We were regular attendees at the Ann Arbor District Library’s Baby Playgroup when my daughter was a baby (we started attending them 20 years ago!) She loved the stories, seeing kids her age, and of course the play time. About Baby Playgroup at AADL Baby Playgroup at AADL sounds very similar to the sessions that
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The Ann Arbor 4th of July Parade is back for its 26th year in 2026. As is traditional, the parade is at 10a on July 4th in Downtown Ann Arbor. Ann Arbor July 4 Parade 2026 The Ann Arbor Jaycees 4th of July Parade will follow its mostly traditional route. It will start on State
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This summer don’t miss Emagine Summer Kids Movie Series for summer 2026. A movie theater is a great place to spend a hot summer day or escape a rainy summer day. And a cheap movie makes it an even better choice. Unfortunately, Emagine’s Summer Kids Movie Series doubled in price (from $3-6) for 2026 from
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Visiting the Peony Garden at University of Michigan’s Nichols Arboretum has been an Ann Arbor spring tradition for nearly 100 years. The Arb Peony Garden was on my to-do list for several years before finally visiting in 2019. We’ve visited a few more times since then. Peak Bloom Season Watch – 2026 The Nichols Arboretum
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Are you looking for Ann Arbor Fireworks Displays in 2026? We are still gathering information as displays are announced for 2026. When I moved to Ann Arbor I was surprised to learn that Ann Arbor doesn’t have its own Fireworks display. Plus, many local displays are spread throughout the week before Fourth of July instead
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