“Dead Media,” from arcade games to typewriters, to take spotlight in Ann Arbor library event
Attendees at Dead Media Day can explore vintage TVs, VHS tapes, audio cassettes, film, cameras, video games, and more.
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From true crime to fictional murder stories, Ypsi authors’ new releases tread chilling ground
This Halloween season, Ypsi readers can enjoy two frightening new books by local authors.
Freak Fest brings over 30 local bands to venues across Ypsi
Ypsi Freak Fest will feature a lineup of over 30 musical artists primarily from southeast Michigan, as well as vending by local artists and business owners, from Oct. 3-5.
Ypsilanti Healthy Living Pledge invites residents to make healthy lifestyle changes
The Ypsilanti Healthy Living Pledge aims to help Ypsi residents take charge of their own health through education, small lifestyle changes, and incentives for eating healthy at local restaurants.
Ann Arbor glass artist to host sale benefiting public art
Ann Arbor glass artist and philanthropist Larry Nisson will host an art show and sale in his backyard garden on Sept. 21, with all proceeds benefiting the Ann Arbor Art Center's Art in Public program.
New affordable senior housing development in Ypsi seeks to “cultivate a whole new community”
The Residences at Huron, an affordable senior housing development, recently opened at 945 W. Clark Rd. in Ypsilanti.
Ypsi senior services organizations face rising demand and federal funding cuts while awaiting new millage funds
Organizations that serve Ypsilanti-area seniors are experiencing uncertainty as they face federal funding cuts and await delayed funds from a recently approved Washtenaw County millage.
Monthly jazz jam session builds community of musicians in Ypsi
Over the past three years, a monthly jazz jam session in Ypsilanti has become a space for musicians and listeners alike to experiment, collaborate, and create music spontaneously.
EMU boosts student mental health resources through “Building a Community of Caring” initiative
Eastern Michigan University’s Mental Health Task Force is expanding its "Building a Community of Caring" initiative, now in its third year.
Affordable housing development set to break ground in Ypsi
Ann Arbor-based nonprofit affordable housing developer Avalon Housing will break ground this week on its first development in Ypsilanti, located at 206 N. Washington St.
