June 7
Folded Paper Pride Decorations
Learn a new paper folding technique to deck out your space for Pride month.
Westgate Branch Library, 2503 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor
First Fridays Movie Night at Frog Island
John Waters’ classic Hairspray will be shown. Rated PG.
Frog Island Park, 699 Rice St. Ypsilanti
June 8
Mini Naturalist: Rainbow Connection
Find all the colors in the rainbow on this whimsical hike for children ages 3-6 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Nelson Meade County Farm Park, 2230 Platt Rd., Ann Arbor
June 8-9
Participate in Michigan’s Free Fishing weekend. Poles, bait and instruction provided.
Rolling Hills County Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd. Ypsilanti
Independence Lake, 3200 Jennings Rd., Whitmore Lake
Meet Your Parks: Amphibian and Reptile Ramble!
Explore a new park on this walk led by a representative from Natural Area Preservation. Gallup Park, 3000 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor
June 12
Join Library Gardener Stephanie in the Library Plaza and learn new ways of using garden staples.
Ypsilanti District Library-Downtown Branch, 229 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
Also on June 26
June 13
Join Food Gatherers for a free family meal to kick off the Summer Food Service Program.
Ypsilanti District Library-Superior Branch, 8795 MacArthur Blvd, Ypsilanti
June 14-June 30
The much loved Community celebration begins. Each day offers a variety of different activities and events.
Top of the Park, 915 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor
June 15
Summer Challenge Kickoff Party
Kick off summer with a county fair themed library party.
Ypsilanti District Library Whittaker Branch, 5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti
Celebrate comics with workshops, art activities and one-on-one encounters between comics readers and comics makers.
Ann Arbor District Downtown Library, 343 S 5th Ave, Ann Arbor
June 17-July 31
In partnership with the Ozone House Drop-In Center and the Parkridge Community Center, the Ypsilanti District Library hosts summer Noise Permit workshops for teens to celebrate music, arts and culture in the community.
Parkridge Community Center, 591 Armstrong Dr., Ypsilanti
June 20
Painting with Imagination and Memory
Learn acrylic painting techniques with Earl Jackson, artist of the newly-installed piece The Lily Pond. For ages 8 and up.
Ypsilanti District Library-Superior Branch, 8795 MacArthur Blvd, Ypsilanti
Create a whimsical rainbow necklace for Pride month out of gumballs.
Westgate Branch Library, 2503 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor
Music, face painting, summer games, treats and more.
Heritage Park, 1150 S Canton Center, Canton
June 21
Dexter’s Bicentennial Time Capsule Dedication
See the contents of Dexter’s Sesquicentennial time capsule from 1974 and attend the dedication of the Bicentennial Time Capsule. The Dexter Lions will host an ice cream social.
Dexter Area Museum, 3443 Inverness St., Dexter
June 21-June 23
Ypsilanti’s annual Juneteenth celebration offers family fun and community. Don’t miss the #BlackJoy Youth Celebration on Saturday, June 22.
South Huron Parking Lot (Behind Puffer Reds), 107 Ferris St., Ypsilanti.
June 23
A family-friendly and kid-focused event to connect with nature through play.
Nichols Arboretum, 1610 Washington Hts, Ann Arbor
June 28
Hang out with NZ staff and teens and get summer started! Free and open to all high school age (entering 9-12 grade next fall) and their friends and families.
Neutral Zone, 310 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor
Summer Party: Teen After Hours
Entertainment, games, treats and more at this teens only after hours event.
Ypsilanti District Library Whittaker Branch, 5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti
June 29
Join Wrapped in Love Doula & Lactation Support to learn about doulas and what they do.
Ypsilanti District Library Whittaker Branch, 5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti
iBallet’s “The Nutcracker” Returns to Ann Arbor for 2024 Holiday Performances
