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May 25, 2026
“The Little Mermaid Jr.”: Professional Youth Theatre of Michigan
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May 22–25 & 29–31. Megan Wright-Jones directs local young actors grades 2–12 in a 60-minute version of the 2007 stage musical based on the 1989 animated Disney film and the original fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a mermaid who dreams of the world above the sea and gives up her voice in exchange for love. Music and lyrics by Doug Wright, Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Glenn Slater. 6 & 8 p.m. (today), & various times (May 23–25 & 29–31), Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Tickets $20–$30 in advance only at pytmi.square.site/home.
Ypsilanti Memorial Day Procession: American Legion Post 282
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2026 Memorial Day Procession Press Release
More than cook-outs and fun, Memorial Day has been set aside as a time for each generation to remember and honor those brave patriots who died in service to our Country. Please join American Legion Post 282 and the City of Ypsilanti on Monday, May 25, 9am, for Ypsilanti’s traditional, respectful observance.
Stepping off at 9 AM, Ypsilanti’s procession can be watched from anywhere along its customary route from Michigan Avenue north on North Huron Street to Cross Street. There we will pause on the bridge to honor the memory of those freedom fighters lost at sea with prayer and by dropping flowers into the Huron River. There will be a 21-gun salute.
We will then proceed east on Cross to River Street and north on River to Highland Cemetery for a short ceremony at the foot of the Civil War Memorial, near the memorials to the Unknown Soldier and to our African American soldiers. Past Post 282 Commander Dan Myers invites everyone, as they are able, to follow the procession all the way to the cemetery for the laying of wreaths. Taps will be played.
Begun in 1868, the last Monday in May was originally designated as “Decoration Day.” This was to be a time for reflection and the decoration of the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers who died during the Civil War. Now we make this an occasion to memorialize the fallen from all wars fought to keep our freedoms alive. Please join us.
For questions, please call:
Past American Legion Post 282 Commander Dan Myers 734-635-5373
City of Ypsilanti Bubbles DuMouchel 734-262-7658
Cheryl Farmer 734-481-1804
Annual Chelsea Memorial Day Parade: American Legion Post #31
Annual Saline Memorial Day Parade: American Legion Post #322
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Parade followed by a tribute featuring remarks by various military officers and public officials. Rain or shine. Limited seating; bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Followed by a free lunch for all at the Legion Hall (320 Michigan Ave.). 10 a.m. Parade starts at Harris and US-12, goes down Michigan, and ends at Oakwood Cemetery, Saline. Free. (734) 429–7310.
Dexter Memorial Day Parade: Rotary Club of Dexter
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Community group representatives parade down Ann Arbor and Main streets starting at Hudson and Ann Arbor and ending at an 11 a.m. ceremony to honor veterans in Monument Park. 10 a.m., Main St., downtown Dexter (note that Main St. is closed to traffic due to construction). Free. dextermemorialdayparade.com.
Memorial Day Parade: Glacier Highlands Neighborhood Association
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Ann Arbor’s oldest neighborhood parade—and the best one in the area for young kids and their families—is a 6-block jaunt beginning at Greenbrier Park. Kids encouraged to add patriotic decor to bikes, wagons, strollers, etc. to ride in the parade. Followed by a brief memorial service in Glacier Highlands Park (3600 Larchmont) and a chance for kids to play at the playground. Food trucks. 10 a.m., Frederick to Middleton to Bardstown to Windemere to Barrister. Free. facebook.com/glacierhighlands.
Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Every Mon. & Thurs. Play open to all skill levels age 18+, both non-sanctioned (Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m.) and ACBL-sanctioned (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). 12:30 p.m. (Mon.) & noon (Thurs.), Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. $5 (Mon.) & $9 (Thurs.); $1–$2 less for AASC members. (734) 794–6250, a2gov.org/senior, annarborbridge.com.
Live Music Monday Memorial Day! at Lake Forest Golf Club: Lake Forest Golf Club
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Memorial Day Live Music!
MONDAY, MAY 25th • 2 PM - 7 PM
Featuring Sandy Love on Guitar & Louis Johnson piano
Keep the Memorial Day celebrations going with live music at Lake Forest Golf Club on Monday, May 25th! It’s the perfect time to visit the course, soak up the holiday vibes, and enjoy our delicious food and drinks. Plus, take advantage of our Holiday Happy Hour specials from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Gather your friends and family and join us for the ultimate holiday afternoon!
3110 West Ellsworth Road ,Ann Arbor. Free. [email protected] www.lakeforestgc.com 734-994-8580.Live Music Monday Memorial Day! at Lake Forest Golf Club: Lake Forest Golf Club
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Memorial Day Live Music!
MONDAY, MAY 25th • 2 PM - 7 PM
Featuring Sandy Love on Guitar & Louis Johnson piano
Keep the Memorial Day celebrations going with live music at Lake Forest Golf Club on Monday, May 25th! It’s the perfect time to visit the course, soak up the holiday vibes, and enjoy our delicious food and drinks. Plus, take advantage of our Holiday Happy Hour specials from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Gather your friends and family and join us for the ultimate holiday afternoon!
3110 West Ellsworth Road ,Ann Arbor. Free. [email protected] www.lakeforestgc.com 734-994-8580.AFC Ann Arbor Women’s Team
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Match vs. Detroit City FC. The home opener for this local United Soccer League women’s semiprofessional soccer team. This month’s home schedule also includes a match vs. Union Macomb FC (May 25, 3 p.m.). 7 p.m., Pioneer High School Hollway Field, 601 W. Stadium at Main. Tickets $12 (kids 13 & under, free) in advance at afcannarbor.com or $15 at the gate. Group discounts & season tickets available. (734) 408–1627.
“Monday Evening Migration at Matthaei”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
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Every Mon., Apr. 13–May 25. All invited to join club member James Weir on a leisurely stroll through the well-maintained dirt paths of the Botanical Gardens to observe migrating warblers, thrushes, flycatchers, cuckoos, and other birds making their way north. Binoculars provided if needed. 6–8 p.m., 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Free. washtenawbna.org.
Beers with Queers A2
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Join us for a low stress gathering of Queers! We'll be at Corner every 2nd and 4th Monday. This is an unstructured event for folks to hang out and socialize - food and alcoholic/NA beverages available for purchase! Come down anytime after 6.
April 27th, May 11th & 25, June 8th & 22nd, and July 13th & 27th
Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St. Ypsilanti, 48198
Group Ride: Ann Arbor Velo Club
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Every Mon. Moderate-paced 20-mile ride to Dexter and back, often with a rest stop along the way. Riders must wear a helmet and bring water and supplies to fix a flat tire. 6 p.m. (nonmembers must come 10 minutes early to sign a club waiver), Barton Nature Area, 1010 W. Huron River Dr. Free. annarborveloclub.org.
Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Sat., Mon., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi.; and AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
Group Runs: A2 Runners
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Every Sun., Mon., & Wed. Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced 3- to 5-mile group run, followed by socializing at a downtown coffee shop. Noon (Sun.) & 6:30 p.m. (Wed. & Mon.), meet at the Kerrytown clock tower. Preregistration requested at meetup.com/a2runners. Free. [email protected].
Scandinavian Music Jam
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May 11 & 25. Bruce Sagan leads an acoustic jam session devoted to traditional music from Sweden and Norway. All instruments welcome, no experience necessary. 7:30–9:30 p.m., in person or virtual TBA. For location, email [email protected]. Free.