The Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber voices its support for adding LGBTQ protections to Michigan civil rights law
LANSING, MI – The Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti (A2Y) Regional Chamber’s Board of Directors has formally endorsed the Fair and Equal Michigan campaign to add protections for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to the state Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights ACT. “Protecting everyone against discrimination is key to attracting and keeping some of the most talented people in the world. The Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and all of Washtenaw County benefit from the remarkable people who work and create jobs here, and we
Easter Egg Hunt is April 5th at MIS
BROOKLYN, Mich. (Feb. 27, 2020) — Michigan International Speedway is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5. Kids 12 and under will have the opportunity to hunt for more than 10,000 candy-filled eggs on the tri-oval. The gates for the festivities will open at 1 p.m. and the green flag for the Easter Egg Hunt will drop at 2 p.m. with three different age groups participating. All kids five years of age and under will have their own hunt. Next, kids ages 6-8 will scurry around in one section to see who
DESTINATION ANN ARBOR ANNOUNCES ANNUAL MEETING AND FEATURED SPEAKER PAUL OUIMET
ANN ARBOR, MI (February 26, 2019) – Destination Ann Arbor is pleased to announce its 2020 Annual Meeting, to be held on Wednesday, March 11 at 11:30 a.m. at the Michigan Stadium Jack Roth Club. The Annual Meeting will feature Paul Ouimet, President, Partner of MMGY NextFactor and Managing Director of DestinationNEXT. Additionally, Ouimet founded InterVISTAS Consulting Inc. in 1997 and continues as an executive consultant with the organization. He specializes in strategic plans and tourism master plans
DESTINATION ANN ARBOR AND WCC RECEIVE THE 2020 GOVERNOR’S AWARD FOR INNOVATIVE TOURISM COLLABORATION
ANN ARBOR, MICH (February 24, 2020) – Destination Ann Arbor and Washtenaw Community College are joint recipients of the Tourism Industry Coalition of Michigan 2020 Governor’s Award for Innovative Tourism Collaboration, as a result of their collaboration on a scholarship program for students in the Advanced Certificate in Management program at WCC. Created by the Michigan Travel Commission in conjunction with the Governor’s Office, the Governor’s Awards for Innovative Tourism elevate the innovative,
The Revalue Family is growing!
On January 30th, Revalue welcomed a new member to our family, Michelle Hoexum. Michelle’s position as the impact investment advisor will be responsible for assisting clients, both institutional and high net worth individuals align their mission and values with their investing strategies. She will also help family foundations integrate local and direct investing capabilities with their philanthropic mission along with corporate foundations to incorporate philanthropy to inspire culture deeper than just
Bank Michigan Announces Opening of New Branch in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Neighborhood-friendly branch located at 305 E. Eisenhower Parkway offers comprehensive personal and business banking and drive-thru banking services. ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 18, 2020 –Brooklyn, Mich.-based Bank Michigan announced today that it has opened a new full-service branch to serve the Ann Arbor, Michigan community. The branch is conveniently located at 305 E. Eisenhower Parkway in the Briarwood Mall corridor and will be open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with personal and business
Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation, Inc. is pleased to make available $300,000 in grants
Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation, Inc. is pleased to make available $300,000 in grants for non-profit organizations that serve the greater Washtenaw County area. 2020 GRANT REQUEST INVITATION The Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation grant funds are intended for specific projects, rather than for administrative, individual, or general operating expenses. Grants typically are $5,000 or less; however, larger grants may be made in cases of a compelling community need and as Kiwanis revenues permit.
Washtenaw County Summer Youth Employment Program Now Accepting Applications
“Being a part of SummerWorks was awesome! My job led to an internship and the internship turned into my career!” - SummerWorks Participant The Washtenaw County Summer Youth Employment Program – a partnership between Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development, Michigan Works! Southeast, and the University of Michigan – is entering its 5th year and is hoping to connect more young adults with local employers and professional development opportunities than ever before! Now called
A2CT Serves Audiences a Sparkling Cocktail ''Jeeves Intervenes''
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre proudly presents Jeeves Intervenes, adapted by Margaret Raether from the stories by P.G. Wodehouse. This production, directed by Andy Jentzen, runs March 12-15, 2020, at UM’s Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48109. Performances are Thursday at 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm, and Sunday at 2 pm. Tickets are $25 ($22 for seniors and $12 for students). On Thursday, tickets remaining when the box office opens at 6:45 will be pay-what-you-can. Tickets and
The Guild of Artists & Artisans’ Announces Grand Opening of Gutman Gallery
ANN ARBOR, MI (January 22, 2019) – The Guild of Artists & Artisans (The Guild), most well known for producing the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair, announces a new endeavor; launching the Gutman Gallery, a fine art gallery and shop located in Downtown Ann Arbor ‐ February, 2020. The Guild invites the public to celebrate and experience the inaugural exhibition, Amor: Looking Through the Eyes of Love with a grand opening on Valentine’s Day, February 14th, from 6‐9pm. Visitors can shop for unique works of art
Bestselling Author Mitch Albom To Make Saline Appearance For His New Book
SALINE, MI – The ChadTough Foundation is honored to host “An Evening with Mitch Albom,” sponsored by Bill Crispin Chevrolet. The event will take place Monday, February 24th at the Saline Middle School Auditorium. The best-selling author will be promoting his latest book, Finding Chika: A Little Girl, an Earthquake, and the Making of a Family. With this book, the author of Tuesdays With Morrie returns to nonfiction for the first time in over a decade to celebrate Chika, a young Haitian orphan whose short
It’s Time to Create FOOLishness in Ann Arbor! FOOLMoon, April 3 + FestiFOOLs, April 5
Ann Arbor’s most FOOL-ish festivals – FOOLMoon and FestiFOOLs– are built by the commUNITY and YOU. Each year, these events are bigger and more fanciful than ever – zany celebrations made surprising and fun by people like you filling the streets with quirky handmade creations, from glowing sculptures and wild costumes, to larger-than-life moving puppets. Everyone and anyone is invited to participate!FOOLMoon: Friday, April 3 from 7pm to 11pm – Ann Arbor Farmers Market at KerrytownAs dusk falls, three
Rehmann announces 6 promotions in Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Jan. 31, 2020 – Rehmann, a fully integrated financial services and advisory firm, is starting the decade strong by announcing the promotions of 6 associates in Ann Arbor. Promotions in the area include:Natalia Cook – Ann Arbor – PrincipalKayla Bowman – Ann Arbor – Advisory & Tax SeniorAnton Dobschensky – Ann Arbor – IT Senior Support TechnicianPilar Furlong – Ann Arbor – Assurance In-ChargeCasey Henehan – Ann Arbor – Assurance SupervisorLaura Whichello – Ann Arbor – General Accounting
Trinity Health Michigan Marketing Executive Michele Szczypka named Top 100 Marketer worldwide
CANTON, Mich. – (Feb. 6, 2020) – Michele Szczypka, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer for Mercy Health and Saint Joseph Mercy Health Systems, which form the Michigan region of Trinity Health based in Livonia, Michigan, has been selected as one of the world's Top 100 Marketers by OnCon. OnCon is a leading executive networking organization for C-Level and Vice President Level executives limited to just 55 senior executives by discipline (Human Resources, Legal and Marketing). The awards were
MIS NEWS: Valentine’s Day Ticket Package available for a limited time
BROOKLYN, Mich. (Feb. 4, 2020) — Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and Michigan International Speedway has created a special sweetheart ticket package. Fans can now give the gift that will keep their special someone’s heart racing. The Valentine’s Day Package includes two center grandstand tickets for just $99 to the NASCAR Cup Series FireKeepers Casino 400 on June 7 or the Consumers Energy 400 on Aug. 9. “We are excited to offer this special Valentine’s Day Package for our fans,” track President Rick
A2Schools Bridge: Feb 2020 Opportunities
The A2Schools Bridge Monthly opportunities and news from the A2Schools Strategic Partnership Office Volunteer Opportunities Volunteers needed for Recess Lunch Clubs at Dicken Elementary Do you love Photography, STEM, Board Games, Music, Travel and more? Dicken Elementary would love to have you engage kids in an activity during Lunch Time. Click here to sign up. Forsythe Middle School Homework Club Needs Volunteers Forsythe is looking for volunteers to work with students on Tuesdays or
Triad Marketing Solutions Joins A2Y Chamber
YPSILANTI, MI, February 2020 — Triad Marketing Solutions is excited to join the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Chamber. For over 5 years Triad Marketing Solutions has been providing Southeast Michigan and beyond with graphic design, website design, and digital marketing services. “I’ve lived in Ypsilanti for over 20 years so when I started my business in 2014 I knew I wanted to have my business located in this area,” says Debra Stewart, Owner of Triad Marketing Solutions. “Both Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor offer many
Briarwood Mall Welcomes New Retailers in 2020
ANN ARBOR, MI February 3, 2020 — Briarwood Mall is starting 2020 strong with new retailers and continued reinvestment in the shopping center by long-term tenants.Aerie, specializing in intimates, swimwear, loungewear, and more, with an emphasis on body positivity, will open in the shopping center adjacent to J.Crew. Operated by American Eagle Outfitters, The Aerie brand has made headlines for its inclusive use of models of all shapes and sizes and believes in inspiring its customers to love their real
MARCH 2020 EVENTS – KERRYTOWN CONCERT HOUSE
Alta Boover: A Woman’s Life (and Love)Sunday March 1 @ 2:00 PMClassical Shakespeare in Jazz: All the World’s a SongThursday March 5 @ 8:00 PMJazz Paul Keller & Friends featuring Terry LowerFriday March 6 @ 8:00 PMJazz Alvin Waddles: Jumpin’ Jukebox – A Salute to Louis JordanSaturday March 7 @ 8:00 PMBlues/Jazz/Cabaret The Oblivion Project & Carla Canales: The Nuevo Tango Music of Astor PiazzollaSunday March 8 @ 2:00 PM and 8:00 PMWorld/Classical Miriam Brysk: Art
Special Erik Jones Ticket Package On Sale Now
BROOKLYN, Mich. (Jan. 31, 2020) — Michigan native Erik Jones and Michigan International Speedway have partnered to create a special ticket package for the hometown driver that includes an opportunity to give back to the community. The Erik Jones Ticket Package includes a grandstand ticket and a Pit/Paddock and Driver Introduction Pass to the FireKeepers Casino 400 on June 7. On Sunday morning, Jones will host a special question and answer session for fans who bought this package. Fans can get this ticket
