I wanted pass along information for an upcoming event called Take Back The Night. While it isn't a "child" focused event, it might be a powerful event for teens to be exposed to - Especially teens headed to college soon.
Take Back The Night is a rally and march to raise awareness about sexual assault and to give survivors a voice. It is held on the campus of U of M on the Diag and starts at 7:00 p.m. on April 7, 2011. There will be musical and dance performances, readings, local organizations tabling and then march through the streets of Ann Arbor, followed by a brief candlelight vigil.
For more information on Take Back The Night Ann Arbor, be sure to check out the organizations website.
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April 4, 2011
Spring Break Activities Monday
Need some fun ideas for this rainy first day of spring break? Last month I listed an entire spring break activity post, however here are highlights for today...
- 10:00-noon head on over to Pump It Up (46090 Michigan Ave., Canton), 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Xtreme Bounce Zone (82 Aprill Dr., Ann Arbor) or Jump City (2825 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor) 10:00 a.m - noon and 1:30-3:30 p.m. for open bounce sessions.
- 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Tree Town Toys (2611 Plymouth Rd., Ann Arbor) and Aboriginal dot paintings!
- 1:30-3:30 p.m. Teens can Make-a-Zine at a 2 day workshop at the Ypsilanti District Library (229 West Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti).
- 2:00 p.m. - Dexter District Library (3255 Alpine St., Dexter) free drawing workshop.
- 3:00-5:00 p.m. - Spring Break Extravaganza at the Ypsilanti District Library (5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti) where kids can do a variety of crafts Monday and Tuesday.
- 7:00-8:00 p.m. - Craft: Origami 101 at Ann Arbor District Library (2359 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor).
April 1, 2011
Library Scavanger Hunt for Youth & Teens
Tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. in the Ypsilanti District Library (5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti) youth and teens can challenge themselves with a scavenger hunt adventure testing their clue-hunting ability! The event is bound to have a few surprises for everyone, so put on your thinking caps and sniff out the clues.
Meet in the Community room.
Meet in the Community room.
Weekend Events Round-up: April 1-3, 2011
No foolin, there is a lot happening this weekend around town. There are so many great events in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti that I thought a quick events round-up might be the best way to share the information for families.
Friday April 1:
There will be many fancy hats and tea attire during the Garden Tea Party in Ypsilanti's historic Depot Town tonight starting at 3:00 p.m. - The event is the grand opening for Ypsi Garden Fair that's happening throughout this weekend where the entire family can learn about gardening or participate in many great activities.
From 8:00-11:30 p.m. Bring your luminary (or kazoo / chicken suit / saxophone / what have you) to one of our three “Constellation Stations” (aka starting points), and join fellow frolickers for the Foolish stroll to W. Washington Street for Ann Arbor's FoolMoon - Gathering will begin around 7:45 p.m. with processionals setting off at 8:15 p.m.
Saturday April 2:
Starting at 10:00 a.m., kids can build their own planter basket at Home Depot - Be sure to get there early for the free kids building clinic though, so that supplies don't run out!
On Saturday families can join in on a Fancy Nancy Party at 10:30 a.m. where kids can dress in their fanciest attire and hear a Fancy Nancy story, make tissue paper corsages and a princess necklace and take part in a fashion show. Of course it wouldn't be a fancy party without cupcakes and punch too! This free event takes place at the Ypsilant District Library (229 West Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti).
Kids and older teens can test their clue-hunting ability by participating in a free scavenger hunt at the Ypsilanti District Library (5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti)at 1:00 p.m.
Sunday April 3:
Start the day with a leisurely stroll around Ann Arbor checking out Ann Arbor's famous fairy doors and trolls during Fairywalk 2011. Then at 4:00 p.m. check out the giant puppet happening at Festifools. The parade happens on Main Street (between Washington and William) and is a great way to celebrate the beginning of April!
Friday April 1:
There will be many fancy hats and tea attire during the Garden Tea Party in Ypsilanti's historic Depot Town tonight starting at 3:00 p.m. - The event is the grand opening for Ypsi Garden Fair that's happening throughout this weekend where the entire family can learn about gardening or participate in many great activities.
From 8:00-11:30 p.m. Bring your luminary (or kazoo / chicken suit / saxophone / what have you) to one of our three “Constellation Stations” (aka starting points), and join fellow frolickers for the Foolish stroll to W. Washington Street for Ann Arbor's FoolMoon - Gathering will begin around 7:45 p.m. with processionals setting off at 8:15 p.m.
Saturday April 2:
Starting at 10:00 a.m., kids can build their own planter basket at Home Depot - Be sure to get there early for the free kids building clinic though, so that supplies don't run out!
On Saturday families can join in on a Fancy Nancy Party at 10:30 a.m. where kids can dress in their fanciest attire and hear a Fancy Nancy story, make tissue paper corsages and a princess necklace and take part in a fashion show. Of course it wouldn't be a fancy party without cupcakes and punch too! This free event takes place at the Ypsilant District Library (229 West Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti).
Kids and older teens can test their clue-hunting ability by participating in a free scavenger hunt at the Ypsilanti District Library (5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti)at 1:00 p.m.
Sunday April 3:
Start the day with a leisurely stroll around Ann Arbor checking out Ann Arbor's famous fairy doors and trolls during Fairywalk 2011. Then at 4:00 p.m. check out the giant puppet happening at Festifools. The parade happens on Main Street (between Washington and William) and is a great way to celebrate the beginning of April!
March 31, 2011
Ann Arbor Deals, Discounts and Coupons
I have to admit I LOVE getting a good deal, finding that one awesome coupon and getting discounts - Who doesn't? That's why I was excited to hear that Groupon has launched Ann Arbor coupons!!! Make sure to get yours today, it's often a way families can do things for less.
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