Illustration by Ian D. Loomis
by DOINA PLOP
Staff Writer
Even in a time of global pandemics and social distancing, it is still possible to have fun! Check out these virtual and in-person events over the next two weeks:
At WCC
Therapy dog visit at the Bailey Library
Oct.11 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Nov 8 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
From the website: “Need some puppy love? Therapaws of Michigan volunteers and their therapy dogs will be in the Bailey Library and Learning Commons Lab to visit with you! All WCC Campus Community members are invited to stop by for a smile and to pet or snuggle with a friendly therapy dog.”
Fall Virtual Career Fair
Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
From the website: “The Center for Career Success’s Fall Virtual Career Fair is back! Don’t miss your opportunity to talk to sixty representatives from a wide range of companies who are hiring for a variety of positions. We are excited to host two sessions, one in the morning (9 am to 12 pm), one in the afternoon (1 pm to 4 pm), with 30 different employers attending each session!”
In the community
Meditation and Yoga
From July 5 until Nov. 17, every Monday and Wednesday, at 8:30 a.m.
Location: Riverside Park (2 E Cross St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
From the website: “Bring your mat, water, and yourself for this donation-based park yoga recurring every Monday and Wednesday under the gazebo at Riverside Park! Begin at 8:30 am with meditation and yoga at 9:00 am. Come feel the hive tribe in action!”
Wiard’s Country Fair
From Sept. 11 until Oct. 31
Location: Wiard’s Orchards and Country Fair (5565 Merritt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
From the website: “Wiard’s Country Fair is celebrating 184 years! Covers over 100 acres, includes a country store, cider mill, corn maze, hayrides, miniature golf, petting farm, and so much more!”
Wiard’s Night Terrors
From Sept. 23 until Oct. 31
Location: 5565 Merritt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
From the website: “Are You Prepared to Face Your Fears? Experience the haunted attractions at Night Terrors, Michigan’s Chills & Thrills Park! Lose your mind in The Asylum, take a trip into fear on The Hayride of the Lost, run for your life in The Ultimate Haunted Barn, and fall into despair in The MindShaft.”
Ann Arbor Westside Art Hop
Oct. 16 and Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 802 Mt Vernon, Ann Arbor, 48103
From the website: “Westside Art Hop is a weekend walkable art fair in Ann Arbor’s lovely historic Westside neighborhood. Visitors can follow a route by interactive or printable map around more than 60 participating artists.”
Gene Butman Ford Trunk or Treat
Oct.16, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Gene Butman Ford (2105 Washtenaw Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
From the website: “Bring the children to Gene Butman Ford for trick or treating! There will be a variety of trunks filled with treats, pumpkins to paint, cider and donuts, pizza, and prizes for Best Trunk and Best Costume! The event is free for all ages.”
Holy Bones Festival
Oct. 16, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Ypsilanti Performance Space (218 N Adams St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
From the website: “This year, head to the 3rd annual Holy Bones Festival, featuring local artists, makers, live music performances, improv comedy, food trucks, creative souls, and an 18+ burlesque show!”
Workshop: Date Night on the Wheel
Oct. 19, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Ann Arbor Art Center (117 W Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104)
From the website: “Spend a fun night out with your special someone and try your hand at throwing on the wheel! Have a great time trying out a new skill and spend the rest of your evening in the heart of beautiful downtown Ann Arbor. Each participant will be walked through the process of a fun clay activity using the wheel to create a collaborative candlestick.”
Halloween Trail 2021: Monster Petting Farm
Oct. 22, 23, 29, and 30 from 7 p.m. to 11p.m.
Location: Domino’s Petting Farm (3001 Earhart Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48106)
From the website: Halloween Trail: “Monster Petting Farm is a mix of a traditional Halloween haunt and a live stage show presented by Ann Arbor Civic Theatre, written and directed by Brodie H. Brockie and produced by Patricia Mazzola.”
Family Fall Festival
Oct. 23, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Frog Island Park (Rice St and Cross St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197)
From the website: “Join in at Frog Island park for this free Family Fall Festival! The Home of New Vision, Women’s Specialty Program, and Washtenaw Recovery Advocacy Project come together to bring a free community event filled with activities for all ages. Visit the petting zoo, take pony rides or train rides, join the costume contest for prizes, and stick around for family movie night.”
Reuse Road Rally
Oct. 24, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: SCRAP Creative Reuse (4567 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48108)
From the website: “A scavenger hunt on wheels where participants solve clues to lead them to destinations around Ann Arbor. Teams will compete against each other to win SCRAP gift cards, and prizes from local businesses. GRAND PRIZE: $100 in SCRAP dollars + local goodies.”
