Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Ann Arbor.
Sweet Hop Swedish Candy (replacing the former Ginger Deli) will open Aug.
1 at 203 E. Liberty St. in downtown Ann Arbor; the family-run store will feature a pick-and-mix wall and join Ann Arbor Pride celebrations.
Library cardholders can activate a free Michigan Activity Pass online this summer to receive over 500 discounts at parks, campgrounds, museums (and more) across the state.
University of Michigan has launched an interactive online map that combines campus facility details + parking, bike, and moped information into one tool.
The resource helps students, staff and community members navigate campus and will add more layers as needs change.
Scientists confirmed that an invasive species (bloody red shrimp) has spread to all five Great Lakes, with Lake Superior now hosting the small shrimp that glows at night; experts say the species arrived via cargo ships from Eastern Europe.
The Michigan Lottery drawing on July 7 showed no jackpot winner for the $576 million Mega Millions prize, and the next draw on Friday, July 10 will offer a $604 million jackpot with a cash option of $266.3 million — six winners earned smaller prizes.
The Washtenaw County Road Commission announced plans to build a peanut-shaped roundabout at the Five Points intersection near downtown Dexter next year to improve safety and ease traffic.
An in-person session at the Dexter District Library (3255 Alpine Street) on Tuesday, Sept. 29 will let residents ask questions about the project, which will last about 16 weeks.
Nearly 1,000 Michiganders have fallen ill with cyclosporiasis since June 22 (with high cases in Washtenaw and other counties); health officials advise residents to wash produce thoroughly and cook foods to kill the parasites.
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.
Hidden Ridge Concert
9:00 – 10:15 PM — North Star Lounge — Purchase tickets — Experience a fiery performance blending American String Band tradition with modern flair.
Monthly Reiki Share with Rev. Lori Irvin
2-4 p.m. — Enlightened Soul Center & Shop — Contact for pricing — A supportive environment for Reiki practitioners to enhance their skills and share healing energy.
Gel-X Certification Class
10 AM – 5 PM — Weber's Boutique Hotel — Certification required for attendance — Unlock the mastery of Gel-X, the world's first full coverage soft gel nail extension system.
Like Home Book Discussion with Michele Feeney
6:30-8 p.m. — Schuler Books Ann Arbor — Free entry — Engage in a dialogue about life in 1918 rural Michigan and discover the latest historical fiction by Michele Feeney.
City of Ann Arbor Men's Amateur Championship
Date range: Jul 17-19 — Leslie Park Golf Course — Registration required from $99 — Compete in this exciting 54-hole stroke play tournament featuring top local golfers.
Schmaltz: Modern Klezmer Experience
6:30-7:45 p.m. — North Star Lounge — No cover — Enjoy an energetic blend of klezmer music infused with jazz, funk, and more from a talented local band.
Las Guaracheras Latin Music Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience the vibrant Afro-Caribbean rhythms and empowering lyrics of a powerful Latin music sextet from Cali, Colombia.
Open Crafting Drop-In
6-8 p.m. — Spun — Free entry — Engage your creativity in a welcoming crafting environment every week.
David Cook Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ark — $35.00 — Experience the musical journey of American Idol winner David Cook in an intimate setting.
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