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Morning Movement
2025-09-01 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-09-05 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-09-08 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-09-12 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Detroit) | Champion Gymnastics, 2362 Bishop Circle E., Dexter, M, 48130, United States
Champion Gymnastics is committed to helping everyone stay active and healthy, even in their GOLDEN years!
​Kickstart your day, with moving your body in whatever way feels best; stretching, walking, dancing, or even light weight lifting all while having fun in a supportive environment!
Morning movement is for Seniors 55 and older.
​Join us for our NEW class
7AM – 9AM
Mondays and Fridays
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Register through Customer Portal
$10 for one hour
$15 for two hours
For questions feel free to give us a call at (734) 222-1810

United We Stand! Saline Labor Day Protest
2025-09-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Corner of Michigan Avenue & Ann Arbor-Saline Rd, Michigan Ave & Ann Arbor-Saline, Saline, M, United States
Our country has a long tradition of labor protests, and this Labor Day we’re joining with events nationwide to stand together in defense of working class rights. We are the Many; They are the Few!

Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds TV sponsership
2025-09-02 | Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd, Ann Arbor, M, 48176, United States
Looking to expand your marketing presence?!
We’re excited to present a unique high-impact opportunity to put your brand front and center at one of the most vibrant and community-driven environments—The Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds. With thousands of attendees passing through, your logo displayed on our TV screens will gain massive exposure in a fun, energetic setting.
Why Sponsor TV Displays at the Fairgrounds?
Prime Logo Placement
Your logo will be displayed on TV screens located in our most used building(Currently, 20 events for 2025), guaranteeing constant visibility to many attendees
Community Engagement
Our events attract families, youth, and community members. Sponsoring with us aligns your brand with local pride, fun, and tradition, making a lasting positive impression.
Support Local, Go Big
By sponsoring our TV displays, you’re not just advertising—you’re supporting a cherished local business and becoming part of something people care about.
Custom Packages to Fit Your Brand
We offer flexible sponsorship options tailored to your visibility goals—whether for a single event day, one month or the full fair season.
Let’s work together to spotlight your brand in one of the most engaging, authentic environments out there—the fairgrounds.
Looking forward to creating a memorable partnership.
Warm regards, Washtenaw Farm Council
Contact us for more info
(734)429-3145 or
WFC5500@gmail.com

Community Sound Bath
2025-09-05 19:00 - 20:30 | 7 Notes Natural Health, 3830 Packard Road, Suite 180, Ann Arbor, M, 48108, United States
Join Rob Meyer-Kukan for this sound bath meditation where he will use singing bowls, gongs, and more to create a gentle soundscape perfect for deep relaxation and peace.
September Sound Bath Theme – Chakra Balancing Sound Bath
Yoga mats and one yoga blanket are provided for each attendee. Please bring any additional supports you would like for your comfort (pillows, bolster, eye pillow, etc). We also have 7 zero gravity chairs available to the first 7 participants who request them at the event.
Investment: $40
Advanced Registration Required
Register by clicking HERE.
Space is limited, please register early.

Community Sound Bath
2025-09-05 19:00 - 20:30 | 7 Notes Natural Health, 3830 Packard Road, Suite 180, Ann Arbor, M, 48108, United States
Join Rob Meyer-Kukan for this sound bath meditation where he will use singing bowls, gongs, and more to create a gentle soundscape perfect for deep relaxation and peace.
September Sound Bath Theme – Chakra Balancing Sound Bath
Yoga mats and one yoga blanket are provided for each attendee. Please bring any additional supports you would like for your comfort (pillows, bolster, eye pillow, etc). We also have 7 zero gravity chairs available to the first 7 participants who request them at the event.
Advanced Registration Required. Space is limited, please register early.
Doors will open 15 minutes prior, please arrive early to allow time to check-in and get settled. Doors will close promptly at the starting time of the event. Ample FREE parking is available onsite.

NTG's Big 10! A Decades Themed Fundraiser
2025-09-05 19:00 - 23:00 | M
Join us as we celebrate our FIRST DECADE!! NTG’s turning the big 10 and we’re holding a fundraising bash for our 10th Season of Theatre from Scratch! Come dressed in the threads of your favorite decade, rock out to the music of Levona and the DJ stylings of That.Harpy, and support your very own Neighborhood Theatre Group!

Saline Farmers Market
2025-09-06 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Saline Farmers Market, 100 S Ann Arbor St Parking Lot #4, Saline, M, 48176, United States
You’ve done it. You’ve made it to summer! Join us downtown for our first week outside. Please note that our location changes to 100 S Ann Arbor St, Parking Lot #4 and hours change to 8am-NOON!
For Opening Day we will be joined by Saline Be Green and MSU Master Gardeners for all things ecological! Ask gardening and environmental questions and get experienced answers!
The treasure hunt animal will be the cow!
Join us every Saturday, 8am-noon at 100 S Ann Arbor St parking lot #4 from 8am-noon in historic downtown Saline for the freshest plants, produce, cut flowers, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, honey, jams and high-quality crafts that the area has to offer!

FAADL NEW BOOK SHOP IS OPEN Saturdays from 10-4!
2025-09-06 10:00 - 16:00 | M
Friends of the Ann Arbor District Library (FAADL) Book Shop is open Saturdays from 10:00am to 4:00 pm for both sales and donations.
265 PARKLAND PLAZA, Ann Arbor (off Jackson Road, west of Wagner)
Incredible prices on high quality low-priced used books, cd’s, dvd’s, puzzles and board games
Don’t forget to visit our online book shop at:
faadl.org/friendsonlinebookshop
for great deals on current popular titles and recent releases!
Funds raised by FAADL support Ann Arbor District Library programs and events

3bird Autumn Open House
2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00 | 3bird 8060 Main st Dexter, 8060 main st, Dexter, 48130, United States
3bird celebrates the change of seasons with new autumn decor, clothing, snacks and a bonus special $10 gift card with $50 purchase.

Data Center Open House
2025-09-07 12:00 - 17:00 | 11600 W. Michigan Ave., Saline, MI 48176, 11600 W. Michigan Ave., Saline, M, 48176, United States
The team behind the data center proposed for Saline Township is holding an open house this Sunday, 9/7, from noon-5pm. It’ll be at the Feldkamp farm, 11600 W. Michigan Ave., Saline, MI, 48176. Lots of people have questions about the proposal, and this is a great chance for to ask the people directly involved.

Brighton Blues Bash!
2025-09-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Brighton Center for the Performing Arts, 7878 Brighton Rd, Brighton, M, 48116, United States
The BCPA (Brighton Center for the Performing Arts) and 2 Stones Events are partnering on Brighton Blues Bash! — an evening featuring two of metro-Detroit’s finest acts: Boogie-woogie blues piano master Mr. B, and Detroit’s Queen of the Blues, Thornetta Davis, presented by Cooper & Binkley Jewelers.
This event will include a food drive for the Livingston Hunger Council, and attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable item. Of course, they’ll also take a monetary donation — every dollar donated provides three meals locally.
The doors for the special Sunday show at the BCPA will open at 3 p.m. with Mr. B taking the stage from 4-5 p.m. followed by Thornetta Davis from 5:30-7 p.m.
Tickets are $25 for the Main Floor and $15 for the balcony online before Sept. 7. Prices will increase to $35 and $25 day-of at the door.
ABOUT MR. B
Blues and boogie-woogie pianist Mark Lincoln Braun has become one of the premiere purveyors of a vanishing art. Having learned his craft first-hand from the early masters, he is a rare living link to the first generation of blues and boogie pianists. Steeped in the rich legacy of this tremendously exciting music, Mr. B learned directly from blues and boogie legends like Little Brother Montgomery, Boogie Woogie Red, and Blind John Davis.
In demand for both educational programs and concert performances, he has performed coast to coast and throughout Europe, Canada, Mexico, and South America. In 2002 and 2016, he was a guest artist at the Irving S. Gilmore International Keyboard Festival. He is also the organizer of the annual Mr. Bʼs Blues and Boogie Piano Celebration that attracts major figures in the blues and jazz piano world to Ann Arbor for collaborative performances with Mr. B.
ABOUT THORNETTA DAVIS
Crowned Detroit’s Queen of the Blues, international singer/songwriter/recording artist Thornetta Davis has opened for blues legends such as B.B. King, Ray Charles, Etta James, Koko Taylor, Johnny Johnson, Bonnie Raitt and more. A 2018 Kresge Foundation honoree, she also won the 2023 Blues Foundation Blues Music Awards for Best Soul/Blues vocalist female. A winner of over 30 Detroit Music Awards, Davis received six of those honors in 2018 and also won several in 2017 for her album Honest Woman (including Outstanding Record Producer, Outstanding Blues Recording, Outstanding Blues Vocalist and Outstanding Live Performance).
In 2017, the winner of awards from Blues Blast Magazine (Best Soul/Blues Album) and Big City Rhythm & Blues Magazine (Coolest Blues Song) also garnered international attention by winning first place in the International Songwriting Competition for Best Blues Song (“I Believe Everything Is Gonna Be Alright”), and the following year earned the prestigious French La Academie du Jazz Award for Best Blues Album (Honest Woman).
From Down Beat Magazine’s 2018 Monterey Jazz Fest performance review: “The follow-up at the Garden Stage on Saturday blew the crowd away. In her first time performing at Monterey, Detroit’s Queen of the Blues, Thornetta Davis, sang with no-nonsense sass, fearless in her missives against lovers, as she preached the Blues.”
COMMUNITY BENEFITS
The Livingston County Hunger Council works to prevent hunger in our community by maintaining a food response system. Highlights in 2024 include:

26,248 meals and snacks were provided at seven locations during Summer Lunch Bunch, which supports children and families throughout the summer.
A total of 13,638 frozen weekend meals were served by Meals on Wheels.
46 food distribution sites available throughout Livingston County distributed 3,576,465 pounds of food through Gleaners, including 1,045,777 pounds of fresh produce.
Distributed 146,403 pounds of food through Mission Nutrition Mobiles and senior mobiles which provided 122,002 meals.
2,350 pounds of fresh produce were grown in a local community garden and 11 fresh produce carts were spread across Livingston County.
Mission Nutrition Livingston served 2,939 meals to 1,982 households at school food mobiles.

At The Wake: book launch at Fine Print (author Michael David MacBride)
2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Fine Print Bookshop, 109 E Michigan Ave, Saline, M, 48176, United States
Free! Author reading, signing, and answering questions. Refreshments. Other surprises? More to come.
“A powerful and nuanced family saga.” ~~ Kirkus Reviews
“A raw and unapologetic examination of the generational damage suffered by the family of a convicted killer.” ~~ Rob Jung, author of The Reaper, an Amazon best-seller.
At the Wake is an unflinching exploration of family, legacy, and the long shadow cast by one man’s life. Achiel Van Slyck was a man of contradictions-a war hero who took pride in his service, but also a vindictive neighbor, a volatile father, and a man whose actions shattered lives, including his own. When he murdered Clifford Ellis in 1975, the crime sent shockwaves through his family and community, leaving scars and secrets that would ripple across generations.

At The Wake: book launch at Fine Print (author Michael David MacBride)
2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Fine Print Bookshop, 109 E Michigan Ave, Saline, M, 48176, United States
Free! Author reading, signing, and answering questions. Refreshments. Other surprises? More to come.
“A powerful and nuanced family saga.” ~~ Kirkus Reviews
“A raw and unapologetic examination of the generational damage suffered by the family of a convicted killer.” ~~ Rob Jung, author of The Reaper, an Amazon best-seller.
At the Wake is an unflinching exploration of family, legacy, and the long shadow cast by one man’s life. Achiel Van Slyck was a man of contradictions-a war hero who took pride in his service, but also a vindictive neighbor, a volatile father, and a man whose actions shattered lives, including his own. When he murdered Clifford Ellis in 1975, the crime sent shockwaves through his family and community, leaving scars and secrets that would ripple across generations.
Through a kaleidoscope of perspectives-his wife, children, siblings, and even his victims-Achiel’s story unfolds in fragments, revealing a complex portrait of a man shaped by trauma, war, and a simmering rage. As each family member recounts their experiences, they grapple with the truths of their shared past, the weight of Achiel’s legacy, and their own struggles to reconcile love, anger, and loss.
Set against the backdrop of small-town dynamics and spanning decades, At the Wake delves into the messy, often painful process of confronting one’s history. It’s a tale of resilience, reflection, and the ways in which families try to move forward while bearing the imprint of the past. Michael David MacBride weaves a haunting and evocative narrative that challenges readers to ask: can we ever truly escape the shadows of our ancestors?

At The Wake: book launch at Fine Print (author Michael David MacBride)
2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Fine Print Bookshop, 109 E Michigan Ave, Saline, M, 48176, United States
“A powerful and nuanced family saga.” ~~ Kirkus Reviews
“A raw and unapologetic examination of the generational damage suffered by the family of a convicted killer.” ~~ Rob Jung, author of The Reaper, an Amazon best-seller.
Free! Author reading, signing, and answering questions. Refreshments. Other surprises? More to come.
At the Wake is an unflinching exploration of family, legacy, and the long shadow cast by one man’s life. Achiel Van Slyck was a man of contradictions-a war hero who took pride in his service, but also a vindictive neighbor, a volatile father, and a man whose actions shattered lives, including his own. When he murdered Clifford Ellis in 1975, the crime sent shockwaves through his family and community, leaving scars and secrets that would ripple across generations.
Through a kaleidoscope of perspectives-his wife, children, siblings, and even his victims-Achiel’s story unfolds in fragments, revealing a complex portrait of a man shaped by trauma, war, and a simmering rage. As each family member recounts their experiences, they grapple with the truths of their shared past, the weight of Achiel’s legacy, and their own struggles to reconcile love, anger, and loss.
Set against the backdrop of small-town dynamics and spanning decades, At the Wake delves into the messy, often painful process of confronting one’s history. It’s a tale of resilience, reflection, and the ways in which families try to move forward while bearing the imprint of the past. Michael David MacBride weaves a haunting and evocative narrative that challenges readers to ask: can we ever truly escape the shadows of our ancestors?

2025 Barn Raiser
2025-09-10 17:30 - 20:30 | Fruitg Farms, 7650 Scio Church Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, Ann Arbor, M, 48103, United States
Tickets are LIVE for the 2025 Barn Raiser!
Join HWPI on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 for our third annual Barn Raiser — a celebration and fundraiser for the Border to Border Trail at the beautiful Frutig Farms.

Enjoy an evening of:
Local eats from Wesley’s Catering
Open bar + wine pull
Live music by local favorites Djangophonique
Lawn games + silent auction
Trail updates and what’s next for 2026!

All proceeds support continued progress on the B2B Trail, a community-driven initiative led by Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation and powered by HWPI.

Space is limited and tickets are first come, first served!
Grab yours now:https://www.classy.org/event/2025-b2b-barn-raiser/e698784

Let’s raise a glass—and some funds—for the trail that brings us together!

Plein Air Poetry: Inspiration and Observation
2025-09-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, M, 48105, United States
Go out with me into the wild world to give some wildness to your writing. We will discuss how to make your notes about nature into poems then you will go to sit spot and try out your own poem making. You can live an hour as a nature poet and have epiphanies and deep thoughts under the trees.
Mary Ledvina, M.O.T., is a healer, teacher, writer, artist, coach and cacaoista. Her work has been published in Art Journaling magazine, Paragraph, Seeding the Snow, Open Minds Quarterly, Peninsula Poets, and Harpy Hybrid Review. She has taught nature journaling, writing, The Artist’s Way and more.

Families, Friends and Politics
2025-09-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Stony Lake Brewing Company, 447 E. Michigan Avenue, Saline, M, United States
Braver Angels Washtenaw to Host Event in Saline
Ellen Abramson, Co-Founder, Braver Angels Alliance of Washtenaw County
Many of us have experienced strained relationships with family members or friends due to political differences. Some of us have even lost relationships. Please join the Braver Angels Alliance of Washtenaw County for “Families, Friends and Politics” from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on September 10, 2025, at Stony Lake Brewing Company, 447 E. Michigan Avenue in Saline.
The program will provide an opportunity to share these experiences. What impact have we and our families experienced? What ways have we found to address the challenges presented by political differences among family members and friends?
Braver Angels is the largest grass roots, cross partisan organization in the country working to decrease fear and hate between ordinary people with differing political opinions. The goal is to disagree while listening to each other’s viewpoints with respect and curiosity. We are trying to understand the experiences, information sources, and values that underlie each other’s positions. We believe that disagreement is essential in a democracy and that demeaning and demonizing those who vote differently from us undermines civic life. For more information, please go to https://washtenaw.braverangels.org/

Suds for the River
2025-09-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Robin Hills Farm, 20390 M-52, Chelsea, MI, 48118
Something is brewing… and it’s BIG!

You are invited to raise a glass to 60 years of river protection at a very special Suds for the River! Join us on Wednesday, September 10, 6–9pm at a brand new location: Robin Hills Farm in Chelsea. Dance the night away with our favorite local band, Hullabaloo! Enjoy craft beers, chill mocktails, fancy fare and great friends at this can’t miss event.

Get your tickets today at HRWC.org/suds.

Suds for the River
2025-09-10 18:00 - 21:00 | M
Something is brewing… and it’s BIG!
You are invited to raise a glass to 60 years of river protection at a very special Suds for the River!
Wednesday, September 10, 6–9pm at a brand new location: Robin Hills Farm in Chelsea.
Dance the night away with our favorite local band, Hullabaloo! Enjoy craft beers, chill mocktails, fancy fare and great friends!
Get your tickets today at HRWC.org/suds.

Caregiver Lunch & Learn & Respite Care:: Building Foundations of Caregiving
2025-09-11 13:00 - 15:30 | St. Andrew the Apostle Church, 910 Austin Dr., Saline, M, 48176, United States
Are you a family caregiver looking for support and a well-deserved break? Are you a neighbor taking care of a neighbor? Are you a friend taking care of a friend? Join us for an afternoon of connection, learning, and care.
What to expect:

Connect with other caregivers
Learn about building strong caregiver techniques
Gain valuable tools and resources
Onsite respite care available for your loved one
Free lunch provided

Mom-preneur Power Lunch
2025-09-11 14:00 - 15:00 | TRUiC, 709 W. Ellsworth, Suite 200, Ann Arbor, M, 48108, United States
Join us for a refreshing hour dedicated to women who do it all, because the moms who are building businesses deserve more than eating leftovers standing at the kitchen counter.

Lunch for Mom Business Owners
2025-09-11 14:00 - 15:00 | TRUiC, 709 W. Ellsworth, Suite 200, Ann Arbor, M, 48108, United States
Join us for a refreshing hour dedicated to women who do it all. Because the moms who are building businesses deserve more than eating leftovers standing at the kitchen counter.
Sept 11, 2025 | 2-3pm (held every second Thursday of the month)

TRUiC

709 W. Ellsworth, Suite 200, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Hope to see you there!

Dancing With the Stars at Gordon Hall with Billy Mack and the Juke Joint Johnnies – A Benefit for the Restoration of Gordon Hall
2025-09-12 18:00 - 22:00 | Gordan Hall, 8311 Island Lake Rd, Dexter, M, 48130, United States
Friday, September 12. 6-10 pm. Doors and the bar open at 6:00 pm. Historic Gordon Hall will be open for you to explore the first floor only from 6-7:00 pm. After a short program beginning at 7:00, you can dance the night away under the tent to the sounds of local favorite Billy Mack and the Juke Joint Johnnies. Enjoy dinner and open bar with beer, wine, and soft drinks until 10:00. Tickets are $75 per person or $350 for 6 people. Advance purchase is suggested. Location: Gordon Hall, 8311 Island Lake Rd, at the corner of Dexter-Pinckney Rd, Dexter, MI. To buy tickets or for more information call 734‑395-4106 or visit www.dexterhistory.org All proceeds benefit the restoration of Gordon Hall.

Scary Stories by Ken Macgregor
2025-09-12 18:30 - 21:30 | Perfect Scenario, 984 East Michigan Avenue, Saline, M, 48176, United States
Local author Ken Macgregor to do a reading and signing at Perfect Scenario, located at 984 E Michigan Ave, Saline, MI 48176.

Run for the Hills
2025-09-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Hidden Lake Gardens, 6214 Monroe Rd. (Hwy. M-50), Tipton, M, 49287, United States
Join us on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 8am for the 15th Annual Run for the Hills at Hidden Lake Gardens! Choose between a 1 mile walk or 5K run / walk along paved trails on the most scenic and hilliest course in Southeast Michigan. All participants receive a T-shirt, a participation medal, and admission to Hidden Lake Gardens—including the Reach for the Sky Canopy Walk! Registration for the 2025 race is now available at https://ipf.msu.edu/hidden-lake-gardens/runforthehills! Register by August 15 to receive the early bird pricing discount. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a day of fitness and fun surrounded by nature’s beauty!

Antique and Classic Car Show
2025-09-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Gordan Hall, 8311 Island Lake Rd, Dexter, M, 48130, United States
Saturday September 13, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Donation $5/person or $20/carload to enter the Gordon Hall Days event. You’ll love admiring and talking about the beloved prized possessions of some of our area’s most enthusiastic antique and classic car collectors. After you have enjoyed the cars, you can take in the other Gordon Hall Days activities, including model train display, antique and flea market, crafts and demonstrations, live animals, children’s activities, and MORE! To show a car, contact Shawn Pierrel at 412-613-6892 or spierrel@outlook.com. No registration fee and exhibitors enter free, but donations will be gratefully accepted. Location: Gordon Hall, 8311 Island Lake Rd, at the corner of Dexter-Pinckney Rd, Dexter, MI. All proceeds support the Dexter Area Historical Society. www.dexterhistory.org
