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The Best Live Performances Near Ann Arbor for Families

The Ann Arbor theatre scene is lively. Several groups produce Ann Arbor theater shows for kids and families – or starring them. I love taking my daughter to see live theater and concerts. The local productions are so much less expensive than the touring productions so we can see more performances. There are lots of …

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Allmendinger Park

This profile of Allmendinger Park is part of our Summer Series: Tuesday Playground Profiles Today we’re kicking off our Tuesday Summer Series: Playground Profiles. Each week we will explore a different playground in the Ann Arbor area. Playgrounds will be selected from Ann Arbor, Saline, Ypsilanti, Dexter, etc. Some weeks we will feature a single “destination” playground that is …

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How to Get Your Teen's First Drivers License in Michigan

How To Get Your Teen’s First Driver’s License In Ann Arbor

Getting your driver’s license is a right of passage for many teenagers. The process has certainly gotten longer and more complex than when I was a teen. We are part way through the process with our teen. We have all the details for getting your teen’s first driver’s license in Ann Arbor including Ann Arbor …

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Introduce the Kids to Retro 80s Fun At Pinball Pete’s

This review of the Ann Arbor’s Pinball Pete’s is part of our Summer Series: Wednesday Activity Reviews. Check out all the fun at this Ann Arbor arcade and all of our Pinball Pete’s Photos. Pinball Pete’s Ann Arbor Review My husband and I grew up in the 80s when visiting the arcade was a regular …

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Marsh View Meadows at Pittsfield Preserve – Tuesday Playground Profile

Pittsfield Township’s Marsh View Meadows Park has two great structures with lots of slides, crawling tubes, and other fun features. Plus a huge open field, pavilion, restrooms, and a nature area for walks.

Ann Arbor Area Farmers Markets

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

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 2023, so don’t just rely on your memory from last year. Check the schedule …

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Explore the Longest Canopy Walk in US at Whiting Forest

Did you know the longest Canopy Walk in the United States is just two hours away from Ann Arbor? In October 2018, Dow Gardens in Midland opened their new canopy walk at Whiting Forest. It also features a playground, apple orchard, and much more. A friend and I visited on a weekday that month while …

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Mix It Up at the Jiffy Factory Tour in Chelsea, MI

The Jiffy Factory Tour is a fun activity in Chelsea for grades 1-adult. Tour the plant that makes and packages all of their delicious mixes.

Family Friendly Ann Arbor Races

Find Family Friendly Ann Arbor 5K and Other Races Near Me

Are you looking for kid-friendly races near me? Good news! There are plenty of Family Friendly races in Ann Arbor throughout the year. Find a 5K in Ann Arbor. Check out a Fun Run. And the whole family will be crossing the finish line! Kid Friendly Race Tips If you are running with your kids, …

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Free Ann Arbor Museums

SHH! Check out These 5 Ways to See Free Museums in Michigan

Are you looking for Free Ann Arbor Museums? We found 5 ways to visit Ann Arbor Museums for Free. Check out always free museums, special free days, and other ways to get free tickets. We also have suggestions for visiting museums for free beyond the Ann Arbor area. 1 – Free Ann Arbor Museums Here …

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