Articles tagged:family activities & events

Posted: Fri Jul 1 2 p.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Holiday weekend event roundup: Parades, fireworks and free events

For families staying home this Independence Day weekend, there is plenty happening. From parades to fireworks to free crafts and events, find something of interest for every member of your family.

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Posted: Mon May 23 noon by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
A roundup of Memorial Day parades and celebrations in Washtenaw County

Did you know that there are many historic and beautiful war memorials throughout Washtenaw County? I didn't until I was putting together my annual list of Memorial Day events, parades and activities. Check out the full list of war memorial locations in Washtenaw County on the Genealogical Society of Washtenaw ...

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Posted: Fri May 20 9:30 a.m. by Michelle Meunier Reporter

Events that are family-oriented, free, fun and informative are often hard to find. But this Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor is hosting an annual event that's all of the above. Touch-a-Truck is an event sponsored Washtenaw Success by 6 and the Washtenaw Great Start ...

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Posted: Fri Apr 15 10 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor

Wanted: A mom who tirelessly works with the kids, the community and is seemingly running on never-ending energy (or caffeine). A deserving soul with an enormous capacity for love and compassion. A mom who manages to deal with the added pressures, take on the added challenges, that betters the home, ...

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Posted: Fri Apr 1 8 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Easter bunny comes to Briarwood Mall

Stop by Briarwood Mall for photos with the Easter Bunny and to receive a free sample of Peeps Peepsters Candy.Throughout Ann Arbor, families are hoping that spring is, well, trying to spring! That means that for many children, it's time for their annual Easter Bunny visit at Briarwood Mall. For ...

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Posted: Tue Mar 29 10 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Weekend: Summer camp expo at Briarwood Mall

This Saturday, April 2, Briarwood Mall is hosting a Summer Camp Expo for parents interested in overnight summer camps and Ann Arbor day camp options. The all day event, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., will take place in center court where parents and children can learn about area summer camp ...

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Posted: Sun Mar 27 11:50 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Spring break activities for youth and teens: April 4-8, 2011

Earlier this month, I posted an article on spring break camps available to parents of older children. However, for parents who don't need a full day of daycare for their children and teens, there are still plenty of great free events and activities happening throughout the Ann Arbor area. Many ...

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Posted: Thu Mar 10 8 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Ann Arbor Spring break camps: Art, music and sports camp programs

Have you sorted out what to do with your kids during spring break (April 4-8)? Check out our list of great spring break camp programs, including Rec & Ed, Leslie Science Center, performing arts and more.

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Posted: Mon Mar 7 9 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor

Today's post is what many area parents have been waiting for —it includes a couple great free activities for teens! Tonight kids 8 and over are invited to the Ypsilanti District Library (5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti) to make a Mardi Gras Float. From 7-8 p.m., kids and teens can celebrate ...

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Posted: Thu Mar 3 9:15 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Weekend: Mardi Gras, Billy Jonas, maple syrup and art!

This weekend's events around Ann Arbor are as eclectic as its citizens. From Billy Jonas to free open stage events to a free Mardi Gras celebration and building clinics, there is something for everyone in the family; kids of all ages and teens are bound to find something fun to ...

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Posted: Mon Feb 28 8 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Free events: Pet party, crafts and color-in tattoos

Sometimes you just want to take the kids somewhere for that 10-minutes of "me time". This week there are several <strong>Ann Arbor events</strong> and activities for kids so that mom can get that respite, including a pet party at the Chelsea District Library, including pet parties, color-in tattoos, organic gardening, Dr. Suess' birthday and felt crafts.

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Posted: Thu Feb 24 8 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Weekend: Free activities, give-aways, crafts and family fun

This weekend holds many great free activities and events for the kids around Ann Arbor. From getting crafty, to science exploration and fun with puppets there is a fun learning adventure for the whole family!

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Posted: Mon Feb 21 4:11 p.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Maple syrup season is just around the corner: make syrup from sap, maple sugar tours and information

Last week's warmer weather meant that the sap started to flow a bit signaling the beginning of maple syrup season — even if yesterday's storm temporarily has slowed things down. For the past few years, my kids have really enjoyed tapping trees and making syrup from sap; I even wrote ...

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Posted: Mon Feb 21 noon by Pam Stout

Here's a roundup of family-friendly events for the week of Feb. 21. To receive event listings by email, sign up for the Family Events Newsletter. Also see: Midwinter break events and activities Maple syrup season is just around the corner: make syrup from sap, maple sugar tours and information

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Posted: Thu Feb 17 9:40 a.m. by Tammy Mayrend Community Contributor
Midwinter break events and activities for next week

Besides the <a href="http://www.annarbor.com/entertainment/parenting/time-to-plan-for-mid-winter-break-camps-and-actitivities-for-the-kids/">mid-winter break camps throughout Ann Arbor</a>&nbsp;next week, there are also several great activities and events happening; from <a href="http://www.xtremebouncezone.com/">special hours of bouncing</a> to <a href="http://www.detroitadventurepass.org/">free entry into local museums</a>, there is something for almost everyone!

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