Community Listing
Events for July 18, 2026
Escape to Bell Isle
Join us for the 18th Annual Escape to Belle Isle on Saturday, July 18, at the Belle Isle Casino.
This cherished summer tradition brings together runners, walkers, families, and participants of all ages from across metro Detroit to support the vital work of Ronald McDonald House Detroit.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a fun family activity, we have a race for you:
Race Options: Choose from a 2-mile, 5K, 10K, or our Kids Fun Run.
Participant Perks: All participants receive a custom event T-shirt and a custom medal.
Awards: Trophies and awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in the 5K and 10K races, with special recognition for Kids Fun Run participants.
Accessibility: Walkers, strollers, and dogs are all welcome to join the fun!
Every step helps provide a home away from home for families while their children receive medical care at local hospitals. By alleviating financial stress, your participation allows parents to stay by their child’s bedside when they need it most.
Race Day Agenda:
Packet Pickup: Race day, 6:30 a.m. – 8 a.m. at Belle Isle Casino.
Registration: Online registration is open now and closes July 18 at 10 a.m.
To learn more and register, click here: https://sites.google.com/view/escape-v-1/home
We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
Swing for THAW Golf Outing
Join us for the 2026 Swing for THAW Golf Outing, an annual event dedicated to raising critical funds to help Michigan families maintain safe and stable utility services.
This event brings together supporters, businesses, and community members for a day of golf, networking, and philanthropy, ensuring that THAW can continue its year-round mission of providing essential energy assistance to those facing financial hardship.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, July 17, 2026
Location: Northville Hills Golf Club
Activities: Enjoy an 18-hole, four-person scramble, lunch and dinner, networking opportunities, and a silent auction with prizes and raffles.
Participation: Golfers of all skill levels are encouraged to join.
Registration: https://birdease.com/swingforthaw to register or learn more.
Lavender Bloom Festival
We are thrilled to announce our annual Lavender Bloom Festival! Come in join us for a fun family day filled with lavender picking on over 2000 plants, creative experiences, crafts, food and a few other surprises as we celebrate the end of a beautiful lavender bloom.
📅 Date: Saturday, July 18th ⏰ Time: 9am-6pm
and Sunday, July 19th 9:00 am-4pm
📍 Location: 475 N Fletcher Rd. Dexter, mi
🌿 Event Highlights 🌿
1. Lavender Picking: Take a stroll through our picturesque lavender field and hand pick your own bundle of lavender.
2. DIY Lavender Crafts & Bouquet Bar: Unleash your creativity at our craft station, where you can make your own lavender sachets, wreaths, and custom bouquets.
3. Local gifts: Explore our artisan market featuring lavender themed products from local vendors as well as seasonal produce and gifts.
4. Vendors: Local vendors selling their hand crafted products and edible snacks to enjoy on the farm or take home
Make-a-Tile & More
Get your hands in the clay at Motawi Tileworks’ outdoor Make-a-Tile Workshop! Drop in and carve your own 4×4 handcrafted tile, which will be glazed in Motawi’s signature Pacific green after the event. Tiles are $20 each, with a limit of three per person, and optional shipping is available for $15. Be sure to start your tile by 2:30 p.m. While you’re here, explore the Motawi Gallery & Boneyard, open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and browse the Staff Art Sale featuring locally made ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, mixed-media art, and more created by Motawi artisans. A perfect chance to experience the creativity and craftsmanship behind one of Ann Arbor’s beloved tile studios.
Butterfly Walk
Join our natural areas staff for a guide butterfly walk at Liberty Pond. Learn about our native butterfly species and how you can ID them.
Ever wanted to learn more about the native butterfly species of Michian? Join us at Liberty Pond Nature Area for an exciting walk observing and learning about different species.
The habitat at LPNA supports a wide vartiety of butterflies, the grassland serving as critical habitat for their breeding and feeding needs. Please be respectful of the area.
We encourage participants to dress for the weather. Bring sunglasses and binoculars if you have them, and don’t forget sunscreen!
Outdoor Gallery and Sculpture Garden: Stephenson Ceramics
Explore the 2026 Outdoor Gallery & Sculpture Garden and be among the first to experience Visionaries, a special exhibit celebrating the history, artistry, and lasting impact of Susanne and John Stephenson. Tour the studio, peek inside the archives, and discover a lifetime of ceramic innovation from this dynamic duo. Open June 6 – Oct. 31, Thursday – Saturday, 12 – 4 PM. Private one-on-one art consultations available by appointment. Free group tours for 5 or more may be booked in advance. Noon-1 p.m., 4380 West Waters Rd., Free. (734) 395-1540, [email protected], https://www.stephensonceramicstudio.com/
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Ypsilanti, MI
North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious crime unfolds around you—but stay alert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight, and before the night is over, you could find yourself named a Prime Suspect.
Now playing at Ann Arbor Marriott at Eagle Crest Resort in Ypsilanti, MI, this murder mystery dinner experience is unlike traditional dinner theater. Our professional actors are not in costume and are secretly planted among the guests, creating a modern, social, and highly interactive evening. Each ticket includes our signature live murder mystery show, a complete dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of unexpected twists. Reserve your tickets now and crack the case before it’s too late.
Planning a group celebration or private event in Ypsilanti? We specialize in custom private shows for companies, parties, and organizations of nearly any size—hosted at our public venue or brought directly to your location. Perfect for team outings, corporate events, and unforgettable celebrations.