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Ann Arbor Buhr Park Pool - the pool taken from outside the deep end towards the lane lines

Splash Away Summer at Buhr Park Pool

Our Visit to Ann Arbor Buhr Park Pool Our article was originally based on a visit to Buhr Park Pool in 2018. However, we are most familiar with Buhr Park. We used to visit Tot Splash when my daughter was young. She swam on the Buhr Park Sharks swim team for several years, and was […]

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2 Thrilling River Trips: Kayaking to Gallup Park

The Argo Park Kayak River Trip from to Gallup is now one of my daughter’s favorite summer activities. In summer 2018, we took our first family river trip before my daughter would be going with classmates. My daughter’s first kayaking experience was in still water at Gallup Park on Huron River Day which is on

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Ann Arbor Parks for Splashing - Barefoot child climbs across rocks in a creek

Ann Arbor Parks for Splashing

While there are plenty of great pool options in and around Ann Arbor, warm temperatures can happen before they open for the summer or after they close. Fortunately, there are several parks and playgrounds that have creeks, rivers, or lakes that can be visited year round. This list includes only locations without a vehicle admission

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Ann Arbor Area Farmers Markets - 5 panes: strawberries & kale on farmers market tables. Girl holding pint of berries

Fresh Local Delights: Ann Arbor’s Top 9 Farmers Markets in 2026

When looking for an Ann Arbor Farmers Market, it is easy to stop with the Farmers Market in Kerrytown. But, there are several other farmers markets in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Dexter, and surrounding townships. There are a couple schedule changes for 2026, so don’t just rely on your memory from last year. Check the schedule

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Eco-Friendly & Free Hazardous Waste Disposal Near Ann Arbor

Washtenaw County’s Household Hazardous Waste Disposal offers a FREE option for household hazardous waste disposal near us. This toxic drop off near Ann Arbor is only for waste generated at home and not from the workplace. Home Toxics Reduction Program Are you wondering where there is paint and oil disposal near Ann Arbor? Are you

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Cheap Movies At The 2026 Emagine Winter Kids Movie Series

This winter don’t miss Emagine Winter Kids Movie Series. Each week they will be replaying an older kids movie at a discount price. Snack combo packs are also available at a discount. Emagine Winter Kids Movie Schedule The Kids Winter Movie Series schedule starts on January 9 and runs through the week of February 27. Tickets

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Toledo Zoo Aerial Adventure Course - On the Sky Bridge with our guide Lexi

Wild Heights: Conquer the Toledo Zoo Aerial Adventure Course

Embark on a thrilling journey high over the plains of Africa! Unleash your adventurous spirit on the Toledo Zoo’s Aerial Adventure Course as you Take a walk on the Sky Bridge. Conquer the two levels of the Challenge Course. Then soar over the Africa exhibit on the Toledo Zoo ZiplineThis adrenaline-fueled attraction offers an unforgettable

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Putterz Mini-Golf in Ann Arbor - Girl lining up putt on a mini-golf course with building behind her.

Putt Putt Ann Arbor: Swing Away at Putterz Mini Golf!

Back in 2016, my daughter and I visited Putterz in Ypsilanti for an afternoon of Miniature Golf after school. They are open each year from spring through fall. They are open for 2024 – but underwent some changes in 2023. We have not visited this year since the changes. About Putterz Ann Arbor Putterz offers

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5 Tips for Staying at Cedar Point Hotel Breakers

Are you looking for tips to staying at Cedar Point Hotel Breakers? We are sharing our 5 Top Tips – some of which it has taken us 5 years to learn. For the last 5 years, our family has spent the second weekend of September at Cedar Point Hotel Breakers. I have attended Bloggy Conference

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