Discourse on Disc Golf

Wed, 09/03/2008 - 1:32pm by Debbie G.

Want a say in the redesign of the Disc Golf Course? Then head over to Cobblestone Park, Wednesday, September 10, 6:30 p.m. City and County staff will discuss the improvements planned and the limitations involved in reconfiguring the park. If you can't attend or would like to submit additional comments, please email Jeff Dehring, City of Ann Arbor Parks Planner, jdehring@a2gov.org or call 734.994.1913.

All Doggies in the Pool!

Thu, 08/28/2008 - 11:59am by Debbie G.

Time for the annual Buhr Park Dog Swim. Bring your doggies (swimsuits optional) on Tuesday, Sept. 2 and Wednesday, Sept. 3, 3-8 p.m., and they can splish and splash to their heart's content. Pre-registration is required so call 734.971.3228 right away. Dogma-Catmantoo, Arbor Dog Day Care, Pet Emporium and Ann Arbor Biscuit Co. have donated prizes so this will be the premiere canine event this year.

Who Are the People in Your Neighborhood?

Tue, 08/26/2008 - 11:54am by Debbie G.

They're the people that you meet each day. And they probably belong to a Neighborhood Association that the Ann Arbor City Planning Department depends on for input and information. This handy list includes residential, commercial and watershed groups with boundary maps to boot. The Planning Commission meetings are open to the public and a great way to stay on top of development in Ann Arbor.

Save Cash With go!pass Dash

Wed, 08/20/2008 - 4:50pm by iralax

The Ann Arbor Chamber of Commerce, through getDowntown, is always coming up with new ways to promote the use of public transport. The latest push is for go!pass dash, where anyone who rides a bus or the Link (even just once!), parks at a Park and Ride lot and buses to town, uses Nightride or the a2Chelsea Express, is eligible to enter drawings for great prizes from local businesses. Our city is pushing green living and we're lucky to have such a variety of transportation choices. So try one or more of these AATA services during Sept. 7-12, and register for prizes that week at TheRide.org.

Shopping for School Supplies…?

Wed, 08/20/2008 - 9:20am by Beth Manuel

…While you’re at it, how about picking up a few extra items for the kids served by the Education Project for Homeless Youth? EPHY serves 10 school districts and 9 public academies in Washtenaw County. Learn more about this agency and others like it by visiting this site.
You can also help by donating your Boxtops for Education, found on General Mills products & Kleenex tissue. Children are the fastest growing segment of the homeless population in the U.S. Let’s give ALL of our community’s children the right start when school begins this Fall.

Housing Counseling 101

Mon, 08/11/2008 - 1:35pm by Beth Manuel

Have you considered meeting with a housing counselor to discuss critical issues related to keeping your home? Come to the Ypsilanti District Library on Saturday August 16 from 10:00 a.m. till noon for a morning of information and conversation about housing foreclosure. Meet with area experts in housing, banking and loss mitigation. This is free but RSVP required: 734-483-8152. Sponsored by the Vision in Action LLC, New Horizon Resources and the MSU Extension office.

The Iguanas Visit The Ark

Thu, 08/07/2008 - 1:33pm by manz

If you’re looking to see a fun band with Latin flair and bit of Cajun funk then why not check out The Iguanas at The Ark on Saturday August 23. They call their music "Chicano Rock with a greasy New Orleans second-line/mambo flavor." Talk about fun! The show starts at 8pm, see The Ark’s site for ticket information. Cha cha cha!

And the Winner Is ... Election Results for Washtenaw County

Wed, 08/06/2008 - 7:53am by Debbie G.

The voters have spoken and the Washtenaw County Clerk's office has the August 5, 2008 Primary results. You can also view the results on CTN Channel 19 or read a roundup of results in the Ann Arbor News, which includes results by race. Stay tuned for info on the Nov. 5th general election ballot.

3 Reminders About the Election and 10 Reasons to Vote

Tue, 07/29/2008 - 7:24pm by Debbie G.

The August 5th Primary Election is fast upon us and the Ann Arbor City Clerk reminds voters:
- Polling places are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
-Don't forget to vote on BOTH the front and the back of your ballot
-Don't forget your photo I.D.
Click here for more details on absentee ballots, who's on the ballot, where to vote.

Why vote? The League of Women Voters has Ten Reasons to Vote and every one of them counts, so get to the polls and be counted.

German Park Picnic

Sat, 07/26/2008 - 10:24am by Caser

Festival lovers, fear not the end of July, for the ">German Park Picnic is back for the summer! Located at 5548 Pontiac Trail, the annual festival is held from 4-11pm on the last Saturday of June, July, and August. Like an Oktoberfest, but with warmer weather, the festival is best known for its authentic German fare, live music and dancing, large buckets of cold beverages, and abundance of lederhosen. Looking for some Volksmusik to get you in the spirit? Try Songs for Oktoberfest, or a Wagner opera available at the AADL. See you at the bratwurst stand!