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2026 Guide to Ann Arbor Summer Reading Programs

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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Unlock Adventures: The Secret to Tubing at Argo Cascades

For years I heard about the Argo Cascades for tubing or kayaking but I have to admit I didn’t even know where along the Huron River they were. In 2017, friends took us on our first trip and taught us their secrets to a fun outing. Since then we’ve returned many times. I’ve had other

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Allmendinger Park playground - new rocks to climb and log tunnel to crawl through

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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Marsh View Meadows - Balance Steps

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.

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Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival

2018 Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival Review

The Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival opened on Wednesday, June 20 and continues through Sunday, June 24 at Pioneer High School. The Ann Arbor Jaycees provided my daughter with a ride wristband so we could check out the carnival and report back to you. Check out our thoughts and tips for visiting the carnival. Have you been to the

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Dolores Ypsilanti - Fish Tacos

Dolores Ypsilanti – Restaurant Review – CLOSED

Dolores is now CLOSED. Dolores Ypsilanti is a Mexican restaurant in the Main Street Area of Ypsilanti. They opened at the end of January 2018. They closed temporarily during the early stages of the pandemic, but reopened in June 2021 with a limited menu. After a few months, they have pivoted again and are only

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Rotary Fights Summer Hunger Fund & Food Drive

Rotary Club Launches Fight Summer Hunger Fund and Food Drive

During the school year, many children receive food through free and discounted school breakfast and lunch programs. However, over the summer there is less of a safety net for these families. The Rotary Club of Ann Arbor’s Fight Summer Hunger Food and Fund Drive runs March 5-16. Their goal is to provide 80000 meals throughout

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2018 Ann Arbor Deer Cull Park Closures

Parks to Avoid – 2018 Ann Arbor Deer Cull

The 2018 Ann Arbor Deer cull starts this week in local parks, nature areas, and other properties. Parks will be closed from 3p-midngiht daily. Please be aware of these activities for visiting playgrounds, sledding, and going for walks with your kids or dogs. 2018 Ann Arbor Deer Cull Park Closures The designated areas can be

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Black Rock Review - Grilling Steak

Black Rock Bar & Grill – Restaurant Review

Ann Arbor’s Black Rock Bar & Grill opened shortly before Christmas 2017 and has continued to be popular. We have been several times, but it may not be the best with young children. My then 12 year old expressed concerns with the safety of the restaurant for her young cousins – and for herself. In

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2017 In Review - Top Content, About Readers, Top Events

2017’s Top Content on Ann Arbor with Kids

As we’re celebrating New Years Eve, I decided to check out the most popular pages on Ann Arbor with Kids. Since I’m a numbers girl, I also decided to see how these posts compared to 2016’s top posts, check out the most popular events on our calendar, and looked at some information on our readers.  Overall

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