Good morning, Ann Arbor.

Near Ann Arbor, Lavender Lane Farm in Milan will host its annual Lavender Harvest Festival July 11–12.

The two-day event features lavender picking, farm-fresh products, live music, and family-friendly activities.

Ann Arbor Fun House opened on June 5 in the basement of 207 and 211 E.

Washington with local bands meeting to support community music—its schedule now includes The Cherry Springers on Saturday, June 27.

The QS World University Rankings released June 18 placed two Michigan colleges in the top 200 globally – the University of Michigan ranked 51 and Michigan State University 182, after evaluating over 1,500 institutions using five key criteria.

Sartorius earned LEED Gold certification for its Ann Arbor Center of Excellence for Bioanalytics (3874 Research Park Drive) on June 18 after investing millions in sustainable upgrades.

The facility, which opened in 2024, now meets rigorous U.S. Green Building Council standards.

After visiting Ann Arbor on Sunday, three-star tight end Christian Hanshaw from American Fork committed to Michigan over 20 other offers, boosting the 2027 recruiting class to 18 pledges; new tight ends coach Freddie Whittingham played a key role in his decision.

After coach Dusty May left for an NBA head coach job with the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, Michigan basketball named assistant Mike Boynton Jr. as interim head coach to help keep the roster intact as a 15-day transfer window opens and the team prepares for an international trip.

Esther Rose Live

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $24.00 — Catch Esther Rose as she combines pop and country storytelling in a captivating live performance.

Handmade Moments Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $24.00 — Experience a captivating blend of American music from a talented duo featuring ornate instrumentation and infectious vocals.

Anna Garcia & Friends at Yes, Ann Improv Fest

7:00 p.m. — Michigan Theater — $31.50-$81.50 — Enjoy a night of laughter with top improv performers including Anna Garcia and friends.

Showcase of New & Remodeled Homes

Time TBA — Ann Arbor, Michigan — Free entry — Explore 15 stunning homes featuring innovative designs and outdoor living.

River Rescue Training

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Ann Arbor, Michigan — Cost info not provided — Master essential kayak safety skills with hands-on practice in essential rescue techniques.

Blake Whyte Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $24.00 — Experience a soulful journey through music and storytelling with the talented Blake Whyte.

Davy Knowles Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the unmistakable guitar prowess of Davy Knowles across acoustic and electric styles.

Black Joe Lewis and The Honeybears Live

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Tickets start at $75 — Experience an unforgettable night of music with Black Joe Lewis and The Honeybears.

Mark Jewett Live with The Strategic Advisors

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience a compelling mix of Americana, folk, and rock tunes from skilled storyteller Mark Jewett.

Howie Day Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Ark — Tickets start at $118 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Howie Day's live music performance.