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Michigan Theater Plans Marquee Upgrade while Preserving a Beloved Ann Arbor Landmark

Donna Iadipaolo

For generations, the glowing marquee of the Michigan Theater has been one of downtown Ann Arbor’s most recognizable sights. But soon, that iconic feature may...

Summer Festivals in the Ann Arbor Area

Current Staff

Monthly First Fridays Ypsi A self-guided art and culture walk around the city of Ypsilanti on the first Friday of every month. Downtown and Depot Town, Ypsilanti May...

Ann Arbor Summer Festival Is Back, June 12-28

Gabrielle Tilli

The summer heat is a little early this year, but that’s okay, because Ann Arbor’s Ann Arbor Summer Festival is around the corner! From...

Thousands Converged on Motor City Comic Con

Kurt Anthony Krug

At its busiest, it was elbow-to-elbow as thousands of fans attended the Motor City Comic Con at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi...

FestiFools and FoolMoon Return for Another Year of Foolishness and Fun

Lydia Naser

Ann Arbor’s annual celebratory events, FoolMoon and FestiFools, are returning on Friday, April 10 and Sunday, April 12. A joyful and creative collaboration between...

A Night Out for Curious Minds: Inside Ann Arbor’s Nerd Nite

Donna Iadipaolo

On the second Thursday of each month in Ann Arbor, a crowd gathers not for a traditional lecture, but for something far livelier. Nerd...

Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase Ticket Giveaway

Mary Genson

Blue Man Group Ticket Giveaway

Mary Genson

Rare Finds in Vintage Stores Around Ann Arbor

Antonio Cooper

Secondhand shopping, also known as thrifting, is more than just a trend in the Ann Arbor area. There are several reasons to experience thrifting...

Michigan Theater Welcomes Jordan Klepper this Winter

Drew Saunders

Jordan Klepper will be taking Michigan Theater’s main stage on December 12. The Daily Show correspondent and multiple-Emmy Award nominee won’t just be doing...

Out Loud Chorus Introduces New Artistic Director

Isha Savi

As of July, Washtenaw’s very own Out Loud Chorus has appointed a new Artistic Director, Dusty Francis. Founded in 1995, Out Loud Chorus is the...

A Guide to Ypsilanti: Where to Eat, Sip, Shop, and Play

Elizabeth Morabito

Long before Ypsilanti earned its reputation as one of Michigan’s quirkiest, most creative cities, Ypsilanti was a trading post along the Huron River —...