Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
Good morning, Ann Arbor.
🏘️ Community
On July 28, Treeline Conservancy presented draft drawings for a gateway bridge over North Main Street in Ann Arbor that aim to give the Treeline trail an iconic look.
Co-chair Norman Herbert said the design marks a future step in enhancing the project with distinctive beauty — a plan intended to create a wow factor.
💼 Business
Downtown Home & Garden—a century-old store in Ann Arbor—announced on Aug.
1 that its operations ended Dec. 24, 2024, leaving customers saddened by the closure.
Penn Station East Coast Subs opened its first Washtenaw County location at 5627 Jackson Road in Ann Arbor, offering hot and cold subs, cheesesteaks, French fries and lemonade.
Franchise owners Jeff, Monica and Joe Van Overmeer, who bring years of local quick-service experience, plan to give back through community charitable initiatives—supporting local residents with quality food and service.
📰 Lifestyle
Chapala in Ann Arbor offers a creative margarita flight that includes four drinks—Booboorita, Ay Papi, Strawberry Margarita, and House Margarita—and reveals a swing seating feature in a lively setting.
The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
🎉 Ann Arbor Events
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Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
2-3:30 p.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore the innovative Engineering facilities at North Campus on this guided walking tour.
Boxing Banjo Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic and charismatic Irish music of acclaimed act Boxing Banjo.
Coffee House Coders Ann Arbor Meetup
7-9 p.m. — Bamboo Ann Arbor — Free entry — A casual coding meetup for all levels with coffee and camaraderie.
Doolin' Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Ark — $29.00 — Experience France’s premiere Irish and Celtic music group returning with their latest album after a long hiatus.
Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore the creative hub of North Campus with an insider's look at engineering facilities.
Happy Little Drop-In: Live Painting with Bob Ross Instructor
12-3 p.m. — A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center) — Free entry — Experience live painting with a certified Bob Ross instructor while exploring art galleries and supporting local art sales.
Pure Prairie League Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Country-Rock sound of Pure Prairie League in an intimate setting.
Michigan Engineering North Campus Tour
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Robotics Building (FMCRB) — Registration required — Explore the creative hub of engineering, art, music, and design at North Campus.
Modern Calligraphy for Beginners
6-7:30 p.m. — Venue by 4M — $65 — Experience the art of modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink in a fun, creative setting.
Foundry Town Survivors Annual Gig
6:30-9 p.m. — LIVE Nightclub — No cover charge — Dance to a lively mix with surprise musical guests in a fun hometown reunion.
🏠 Ann Arbor Real Estate
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