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One block east of Stadium Blvd.

(734) 662-4474

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Volume 21 • Issue 5 May 2016

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summer GUIDE

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GEMINI

May

Farmer’s Market Round-up

by Stephen Bizer Find all your Farmer’s Market needs, and discover a few more favorites, with our comprehensive round-up!

tween the lines 8 exceptional families 9 calendar 22 Compiled by Zach Marburger Edited by Marisa Rubin

marketplace 23

commentary

mini-explorers

Tinkergarten classes

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Turning nature into a classroom — by Zach Marburger

moMENts 20

I still need a mom

You never grow out of Mother’s Day — by Patrick Hempfing

food fight 21

Smokehouse 52 BBQ Firing up downtown Chelsea — by Katy M. Clark

[Always online] Make sure your child has an exciting, fun break by using our Summer Camp Guide to find the perfect place to jump, play and meet friends before school starts.

FIND LIKE AND FOL LOW US

Blogs by local moms, for local moms, are at your fingertips. Relatable and hilarious reads online.

facebook.com/annarborfamily pinterest.com/annarborfamily twitter.com/annarborfamily

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KIDS HOROSCOPE May 22 June 22

By Sue Lovett

Everyone seems to know that the symbol for Gemini is “the twins.” As parents you will be well aware of that as soon as they open their eyes and move their little hands and feet and explore the world.

They are very inquisitive and curious. They literally need “one for each hand” when you give them toys or snacks. They should be taught a second language as soon as possible, even sign language. They are seldom moody and can be counted on to explore new places, new toys, and meet new people whether old or young. You may need to encourage them to finish whatever they start before losing interest and moving on to something else.

They are happy to go to Day Care or Pre-School because of their desire to be busy and because they see different people and surroundings. They have some difficulty going to sleep at night because their little eyes just don’t want to close… soft music might help… no matter what their age. Having a Gemini child is like getting two for the price of one.

Join us and our 800+ followers for laughs, updates & parenting discussions.

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Adams Street Publishing Co. What’s your birthday wish?

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledoparent.com) lots of cake!

Co-publisher/Chief Financial Officer

An inside look at what we’re loving for parents this month Amazing Arch Activity Gym

A forest full of animals comes to life in this dynamic gym for ages zero and up. An owl, a musical hedgehog and dancing fox will keep little ones entertained, and a special pocket for a phone lets parents save those special memories. Can also be converted into a seated activity center. $99. myurbantoddler.com

Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledoparent.com) Lots of cookies

Editorial

Assignment Editor: Zach Marburger (annarboreditor@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Trip to Redwood Forest Calendar Editor: Marisa Rubin (mrubin@adamsstreetpublishing.com) To be young forever Contributing Writers: Katy M. Clark, Jennifer Brough, Patrick Hempfing, Lauren Lucas, Jordan Scavone, Heather Artushin, Jamie Lober, Sue Lovett, Erica Wood, Jeremy Rosenberg

Digital Media

Saul Jacobs (saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com) A TRIP TO MEXICO

Art/Production

Production Manager Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) IT’S A SECRET Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) New car Graphic Designer: Ashley Crapsey (acrapsey@adamsstreetpublishing.com) A birthday getaway

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Bubble Ooodles

Blowing bubbles can be frustrating, especially for toddlers that haven’t developed their fine motor skills yet. This handy toy makes things easier, thanks to a no-spill tray and easy to grip wand that works with just one easy blow. For ages three and up. $6. gymboree.com

Distribution

Cassie Haddad (cassie@adamsstreetpublishing.com) A hot doctor

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and general information, call (734) 668-4044 or fax (734) 668-0555. E-mail ads to adsin@annarborfamily.com Ann Arbor Family subscriptions are available by mail for $28/quarterly or $75 per year at Ann Arbor Family, 3003 Washtenaw, Suite 3, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104.

Letters to the editor must be limited to 300 words, are subject to editing and should include the writer’s full name and phone number.

Entire contents © 2016 by Adams Street Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any form is prohibited without the written permission of the publisher.

Knights Tent

Children will be transported to another time and place thanks to this imagination aid. Boys and girls will both enjoy the tent that features a cushioned floor mat and is suspended from the ceiling and is free from harmful chemicals. $249.99 thelittleseedling.com

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June Giveaway

Handmade and sure to tug on mom’s heartstrings

The countdown for the June Giveaway begins now! This month enter for a chance to win the Wince the Worry Woo, a cuddly creation from artist Andi Green, courtesy of Ann Arbor Family!

For Mother’s Day, what better way to show your appreciation for all that mom does than a handmade gift… or should I say finger-made? Sure jewelry is lovely and a trip to the spa is always well deserved, but there is nothing like a hand-made gift to show mom your truly care. This project is one that I made in elementary school and it was such a hit that my mom still has it to this day.

Simple, it only needs a few supplies and is sure to tug on the heartstrings.

Just send us a photo of your family outing for a chance to be featured in our “Community Snapshots” section, and a chance to win our giveaway!

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▪ Choose background paper, black is recommended to make the other colors pop.

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To enter, send your snapshot to annarboreditor@adamsstreetpublishing.com, then visit annarborfamily.com and click to enter our giveaway, through May 31!

COMMUNITY SNAPS

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▪ Unfold the vase (the creased

WIN ME!

We love to see what the community is up to. Send your favorite pictures, including names, ages and hometown, to production@adamsstreetpublishing.com

Who knows...It may end up on the cover!

▪ Glue vase to background, a glue stick works best

▪ With a paintbrush, paint

stems coming from the vase

▪ Dip the thumb and/or pointer

finger in the paint of choice and place finger next to the stem in order to create the fingerprint petals.

▪ With paint or a colored

pencil write a message and the year

▪ Let dry and frame

Sofia, 8, Ann Arbor Sofia, 8, and Jaisen, 12, Ann Arbor

Check out other great kid crafts

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The McAllister’s of Ann Arbor spending time on the lake in Haines City, FL

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Don’t drop it!

It’s not quite clown college, but the 2016 Ann Arbor Juggling Art Festival is the single best place for parents and children to learn about the entertaining art of juggling. Jugglers from around Michigan will converge in Ann Arbor to put on workshops for attendees of all skill levels. There will also be a sale of juggling items, games and demonstrations from juggling masters. Attendees age 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, May 7. 10am-6pm. $2/adults, Free/children under 12. WorldWide Sports Center, 2140 Oak Valley Dr. 734-913-4625. umich.edu/~juggle

Get moving on Mother’s Day Kids looking for a Mother’s Day activity that’s off the beaten path can take their mom on a romp through the Black Pond Woods, on the Leslie Science and Nature Center’s Mother’s Day Wildflower Hike. The event will start with a presentation on local spring wildflowers, and during the hike, a guide will help participants with plant identification and share interesting stories and folklore surrounding certain flowers.

Sunday, May 8. 1-2:30pm. $5/per person, Free/moms.

Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org

Tansy Degen (left) tutors dance partners to help Mott Children’s Hospital

Dance for a good cause Just like the format for the hit ABC show, Dancing with the Michigan Stars is pairing local celebrities with dance partners to benefit Mott Children’s Hospital. Organized by Arthur Murray dance studio owner Tansy Degen, the event will be in two parts— a competition featuring celebrities, where the audience can vote with donations, and a performance by doctors from the hospital. “Ann Arbor really needed an event like this,” said Degen. “People are super stoked about the dancing and people I never thought would be interested are jumping on board.”

Friday, May 13. 8pm. $169.79. Michigan Union, 530 S. State St. 734-995-9500. facebook.com/DancingWithTheMichiganStars1

Local young LGBTQ storytellers The art of live storytelling is growing in popularity thanks to programs like The Moth, but some segments of the community struggle to make their voices heard. In partnership with The Corner Health Center and Ozone House, The Neutral Zone is hosting As We Go On: Queer Story, an event in support of the LGBTQ youth community. Directed

by Margaret Smith, the event will feature true stories from local LGBTQ youths. Come share a story or just listen in a safe and welcoming environment.

Saturday, May 7. 7pm/doors, 8pm/show. $10. Neutral Zone B-Side Venue, 310 E. Washington St. 734-214-9995. neutral-zone.org

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Grand Opening

Dedicated to helping neighbors within the Saline Area School District with financial, physical and emotional needs, Saline Area Social Service has grown exponentially since 1961, when Marian Hering started the organization in her basement.

Just last year, Saline Area Social Service raised over $150,000 in food donations alone, and as the nonprofit’s ambitions have grown, so has its need for new space. This month the organization, previously located at 131 E. Michigan Ave., Saline, will be unveiling its new location during a Grand Opening Celebration. There will be activities for the entire family, food and a tour of the new headquarters.

Issue Date: JUNE 1st Space Reservation by: MAY 15th

RESERVE SPACE NOW! 734.668.4044 OR EMAIL SALES@ADAMSSTREETPUBLISHING.COM

Join our CSA in 2016

Saturday, May 21. Noon-2pm. Saline Area Social Services, 224 W. Michigan Ave., Saline.

734-429-4570. salinesocialservice.com

Lab comes alive

University of Michigan’s Living Lab brings children, their parents and researchers from the College of Literature, Science and the Arts together to conduct studies about behavior and development in children. To keep kids engaged, a premium is placed on making sure kids have fun, and children and parents are given direct access to researchers so they can learn about behavioral and social science as they participate in the study. Current studies include What Will You Want Tomorrow, and Understanding the Power of Thought, where children are presented with a protagonist in a story full of hopes and desires.

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To learn more and sign up to participate, visit sites.lsa.umich.edu/livinglab.

Clothes for kids fitness

The weather is warm and Washtenaw County is full of young women and girls that are using our summer camp guide (see pg 10).

For girls still growing, ivivva, now open at the Twelve Oaks Mall, has launched a collection of athletic gear for girls. In order to help girls stay active, ivivva hosts dance, yoga, and a variety of other athletic clinics. For a full list of events and sale specials, visit their website. ivivva, 27494 B Novi Rd. 248-344-4098. ivivva.com

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THE LINES TWEEN advice for parents with children 10-16

There’s no shortage of things to explore at Neutral Zone

Neutral Zone Launch Party Time for tweens to check out the amazing programs

by Zach Marburger

NOW ENROLLING Performing arts school Small classroom size

Designed specifically for and by high schoolers, parents might be more familiar than their younger kids with the Neutral Zone, the hangout spot that puts an emphasis on creativity and leadership. Maybe it’s because the Neutral Zone has been around since 1998, and parents that grew as workshop attendees now have kids of their own.

Just like their parents, kids today need a safe space to hang out, learn, play and make friends, and while the Neutral Zone may have switched locations, it’s still a space where teens can indulge their creativity.

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Launch into high school

Of course, it might not be easy for parents to convince their kids that the place where they hung out is still cool — just try forcing a teenager today to listen to Ace of Base and see how that goes. With that in mind, the folks at Neutral Zone have cooked up a special event aimed at eighth graders getting ready to transition into high school, and by extension, to become leaders at Neutral Zone.

At the fifth annual Launch event, eighth graders will participate in meet-and-greet games, tour the Neutral Zone space, meet some of the staffers and try the organization’s most popular programs. Visitors can

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hang out as late as 7pm to meet friends (the Launch party has had over 100 visitors in the past), explore the space or just get in one more game of ping-pong.

Varied programs

Teens can use the Neutral Zone however they like; record a sound bite for radio, take a class on video-making, write and perform poetry, get free tutoring help or just hang out and talk. While there are set programs led by staffers, the emphasis at the Neutral Zone is on teen participation and leadership.

The Launch event is also the perfect time for tweens to sample some of Neutral Zone’s summer programs. Open in the afternoons during the school year, during the summer, the organization hosts specialized day and week-long programs tailored to specific subjects. The Neutral Zone doesn’t cater to certain school districts either; all tweens and teens are welcome to come to any of Neutral Zone’s programs, not just students from the Ann Arbor School District.

In case there is still some hesitation, there will be pizza and a teen DJ on hand.

So parents, take them to the Launch event and show them how the Neutral Zone can help them have fun and grow.

Neutral Zone’s Launch event takes place Wednesday, May 18, 4:30pm. Registration is highly encouraged and can be done online or over the phone. Neutral Zone, 310 E. Washington St. 734-214-9995. neutral-zone.org Free

Tween Advisory Board - Be a part of the conversation about what tweens want to do at the library. A new activity each month, from art to technology. Drop in and join the fun. For ages 8-12. Tuesday, May 17. 6:30pm. Ypsilanti District Library Michigan, 229 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti. 734-482-4110. ypsilibrary.org Free

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Treat Mom right this Mother’s Day

by Jamie Lober

Mother’s Day events and deals are popping up all around Washtenaw County. Whether you are looking for a brunch deal, a catered activity or to work up a sweat, we think our picks will leave mom feeling appreciated.

Ann Arbor Goddess 5K and Mile Run/Walk Where: 600 E. Liberty St.

Wendy Azrak opens up new worlds to children with the Suzuki method

Any child can learn

Suzuki method and the special needs child

by Erica Wood

“Any child can learn,” is the guiding principle of the Suzuki Method of Talent Education, founded by a Japanese violinist Dr Shiniki Suzuki. Watching young children all over the world learning their native tongue, Suzuki believed that this same nurturing process could teach any child to play music fluently and beautifully. If you’ve seen performances by tiny virtuosos taught the Suzuki method you might suspect that such skill could only come from the most gifted and motivated students. Surprisingly, this isn’t the case.

Dr. Suzuki believed that, “If a child hears good music from the day of his birth and learns to play it himself, he develops sensitivity, discipline and endurance. He gets a beautiful heart.”

Learning with Love

“Teaching a student with special needs is not necessarily different from teaching any other child,” says local teacher, Wendy Azrak, who is both an instructor and the parent of a special needs young adult who grew up in the Suzuki studio. Each lesson follows a predictable structure, focusing on a single task at a time and lots of repetition.

This is how teaching can begin with very young children and also makes it well fitted to the student with disabilities.

Success and joy in learning are primary goals of each activity. While the teacher is working with the student, she is modeling the method for the parent, who reinforces the task at home during practice time.

Building on Baby Steps

Kathryn Schmid, whose son Ethan is on the Autism spectrum, says, “The concept is inclusive. The student knows what is coming and there are constant oppor-

tunities to succeed.” As a baby hears his mothers’ voice speaking full, complex sentences from before birth, so a Suzuki student will hear a recording of the music long before he beings to play. By the time they try their first notes, they will have a mature model deeply memorized.

A small spot in the piece, chosen because it teaches a specific new skill, is then learned through imitation, repetition and games. Suzuki kids learn to break down problems to a manageable size, strategize to overcome weaknesses, and persevere through difficulties to success.

What: This run/walk for the active mom, is presented by Athleta to benefit the Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance. Goddesses in daily life, this is a race intended to celebrate moms.

Moms and daughters can race together or add a grandmother or granddaughter for the three generations of women category. There is a one mile option. Men are allowed to participate as well as long as they support a goddess. The Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports endorses this event and participants receive a race-chip timing with results posted within six hours; a finisher’s medal; a race t-shirt; a post-race feast; a goodie bag with samples from sponsors; and a virtual goodie bag filled with discounts.

Weber’s Boutique Hotel Where: 3050 Jackson Rd. What: Plan a special retreat at this famous location, including a special Mother’s Day brunch at Weber’s Restaurant. Arrange a day of pampering by the pool area, and enjoy nightly entertainment and dancing at the Habitat. Call 734-769-2500 to make a reservation.

Mother’s Day Weekend Spring Plant Sale Where: Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. What: Hanging plants and more, to brighten mom’s favorite room, will be for sale. Don’t miss the Mother’s Day tea party in the conservatory on May 8 between 1­-3pm. RSVP by calling 734-647-8522.

We’re All in this Together

In addition to private lessons, a feature of Suzuki study is a weekly group class as well as other group activities for students of multiple ages. The oldest players continue to perform even the earliest repertoire, developing musicality and performing confidence. Everyone participates regardless of their learning pace, and sees what is ahead as well as how far they’ve come. The Suzuki method is more than a book of specific songs. Teachers receive extensive training in the pedagogy from certified Suzuki teacher trainers.

Ann Arbor area teachers can be found by zip code at the suzukiassociation.org website. It is recommended that you interview several and visit a studio and a group class to find the teacher who is the best fit for your student. Dr. Suzuki’s books such as Nurtured by Love (Alfred Music 2013) or Ability Development from Age Zero (Alfred Music, 1999) provide a deeper understanding of the philosophy behind Suzuki Talent Education.

Make a Mother’s Day card Where: Ann Arbor District Library Traverwood, 3333 Traverwood Dr. What: For grades preschool through age 5, the staff of the Ann Arbor District Library will be on hand to help children fashion a handmade card for mom that is sure to hang on the fridge all year long. Saturday, May 7 from 2-5pm, all materials provided.

Gandy Dancer Where: 410 Depot St. What: Mother’s Day marks a delightful opportunity to be surrounded by history in the lovely renovated 1886 Michigan Central Depot. Get ready for a delicious brunch including favorites such as cheese blintzes with fruit sauce, scrambled eggs, fresh Belgian waffles, creamed herring and peel-and-eat shrimp while you enjoy live jazz.

Call 734-769-0592 for more information.

Whether you have simple taste or prefer a more extravagant itinerary for your day, there is sure to be something in our area that will make this Mother’s Day special. Take the time to be with your children and the special women in your life as they recognize all that moms do everyday.

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summer GUIDE

PART 2 See the entire Summer Camp Guide online at annarborfamily.com

Washtenaw County Parks Summer Day Camps U OFFERING CAMP AT THREE LOCATIONS FOR CHILDREN 1st grade through 11 years of age U ONE-WEEK SESSIONS STARTING JUNE 20TH Monday-Friday · 9:15am-4:15pm (One-hour pre- or post-care available for extra fee) For more information: Independence Lake County Park 734.449.4437 · $150/week, 9 weeks 3200 Jennings Rd., Whitmore Lake Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center 734.971.6355 · $165/week, 8 weeks 2960 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor ($10 discount for annual members)

Rolling Hills County Park 734.484.9676 $150/week, 10 weeks 7660 Stony Creek Rd., Ypsilanti Twp.

Ringstar Studio, 3907 Varsity Dr. 734-320-1147 • ringofsteel.org Age Range: 8 to 18-years-old Staff/Camper Ratio: 1:5 Dates: June 27 to July 1, July 18 to 22, July 25 to 29, August 8 to 12, August 22 to 26. Camps run Monday through Friday, 9am-3:30pm.

Cost: $295 per week What to Expect: Campers are introduced to a range of exciting theatrical combat and stunt activities including swordplay, foam sword fighting, mini trampoline, high falls, tumbling, lightsaber combat, flying and much more.

Campers are also treated to exciting demonstrations of choreographed fights, special f/x, and are taught how to tell “good” fights from “bad” fights in movies.

Healthy snacks are provided twice a day.

What to Pack: Campers must bring their own lunches. They are welcome to bring a pair of indoor-only athletic shoes.

Ann Arbor Young Actors Guild Summer Theatre Academy Group games, arts and crafts, nature programs, fishing, swimming, weekly cookouts, and more!

Register at parksonline.ewashtenaw.org

(Fee includes T-shirt, park entrance, and Friday snack and cookout)

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Ring of Steel Summer Stunt Camp

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UM Student Theatre Arts Complex, 1202 Kipke Dr. 734-926-5629 • yag-season.org Age Range: Students entering grades 3 to 12.

Staff/Camper Ratio: 1:8 Dates/Time: July 11 to July 23. 9am-3:45pm, Monday-Friday.

Cost: $475 What to Expect: Morning instruction offers an exciting range of theatre and performance techniques. Afternoons are dedicated to building a performance at Towsley Auditorium, Washtenaw Community College.

What to pack: A brown bag lunch (morning snack provided).

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University of Michigan Museum of Natural History 1109 Geddes Ave. lsa.umich.edu • 734-647-6421 Age Range: 4 to 12-years-old Staff/Camper Ratio: 1:9 Dates/Time: Camp runs June 20 to August 19. Morning sessions run from 8am-Noon. Afternoon sessions run from 1-4pm. Little Explorers sessions run from 8:30am-Noon.

Cost: $175 per morning or afternoon session, $130 per Little Explorers session.

What to Expect: All Camp Explorations programs include daily experiments, hands-on activities, related games, journaling and plenty of play! Camp Explorations offers nine sessions and each session is a new experience. Session topics include Archaeology, Paleontology, Astronomy, Forensic Science, Zoology and much more! If your child is enrolled in an all-day session, lunch is between Noon-1:00 PM and is supervised. There will be three weeks of Little Explorers Sessions for ages 4 to 5-years-old.

What to pack: It’s suggested your child bring a backpack, water bottle, snack (nut-free), sunscreen, bug spray and lunch (if needed).

Game Start 2765 Plymouth Rd. 734-926-9213 gamestartschool.org Age Range: Grades 1 to 8 Staff/Camper Ratio: N/A Dates/Time: Half Day (grades 1-3): 9am-Noon. Full Day (grades 3-8): 9am-4pm. Camp runs June 13 to August 31. Please visit our website for more details.

Cost: $149 (Half Day) or $399 (Full Day) What to Expect: Half Day - The students will learn the fundamentals of computer science using Minecraft in the morning.

Full Day - The students will learn the fundamentals of computer science using Minecraft in the morning. Following lunch at 11:30a, students will participate in an outdoor activity at the nearby Bromley Park. The afternoon will include more game design and development with the week’s special topic, a healthy snack provided by GameStart, and some free gaming time.

What to pack: Half Day - There is no lunch time as part of the half-day camp, so no need to pack a lunch.

Full Day - Lunch: Students are expected to bring their own lunch.

GameStart School cannot provide a microwave or fridge space, so please plan accordingly.

Daycroft Montessori School Preschool Campus 100 Oakbrook Drive 734-930-0333 • daycroft.org Age Range: 3 to 6-years-old.

Children must be toilet-trained Staff/Camper Ratio: 1:10 Dates/Time: 9 weeks, June 13 to August 19; half day camp hours: 8:30am-11:30am; Full day camp hours: 8:30am-3:30pm.

Cost: $175 for one week of half-day camps; $230 for one week of full-day camps What to Expect: Creative exploration of art, science and animal themes in addition to sprinkler water play What to pack: Half-day campers may bring a snack; full-day campers should bring a cold lunch on Monday through Thursday (Friday pizza will be provided). All children should bring a bathing suit, towel and sunscreen for water play. Full-day campers should bring a small blanket, and if needed, a small pillow and/or small stuffed animal for napping.

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Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation www.pittsfield-mi.gov

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July 11- July 23, 2016 Weekdays from 9am to 3:45pm at Student Theatre Arts Complex (STAC) University of Michigan South Campus 1201 Kipke Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

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Adventure 3: Grades 6-9 • Create..

Create a full Shakespearean production. Our annual opportunity to use your skills to act the script on stage.

The Senior Actors Summer Ensemble The Ann Arbor Young Actors Guild Grades 9-12 offers a different kind of theatre Be part of an ensemble that reaches into the kind of experience for students theatre and roles you dream of.... entering grades 3-12.

For more information and registration:

734-926-5629

African Arts Monday, June 20 – Friday, June 24 9:30am – 12:30pm (for students ages 6 - 10) Mixed Up Fairy Tales - FULL Monday, June 27 – Friday, July 1 9:30am – 12:30pm (for students ages 5 – 9) Oh, the Places We’ll Go! Tuesday, July 5 – Friday, July 8 10am – 12pm (for children ages 4 - 6) Sailing the Seven Seas Monday, July 11 – Friday, July 15 9:30am – 12:30pm (for students ages 6 - 10)

Let’s Pretend Monday, July 18 – Friday, July 22 10am – 12pm (for children ages 4 - 6) Games Galore!

Monday, July 25 – Friday, July 29 9:30am – 12:30pm (for students ages 8 – 12) Happily Ever After Monday, August 1 – Friday, August 5 10am – 12pm (for students ages 4 - 6) All’s Well That #Trends Well Monday, August 8 – Friday, August 12 9:30am – 12:30pm (for students ages 11 – 15)

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Montibeller Park Day Camp 4305 Ellsworth Rd. • 734-822-2120 • recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov Age Range: 5 to 12-years-old Staff/Camper Ratio: 1:10, plus Camp Supervisor Dates/Time: June 20–August 26 from 9am-4pm. Before care is available starting at 8am.

Cost: $100/week, $95/week for Pittsfield Township Residents. There is an extra fee for weekly field trips. Before care is available for an additional $20/week.

What to Expect: Montibeller Park Day Camp, a State of Michigan Licensed Day Camp, gives campers a choice of themed weekly games, arts and crafts, small group activities, large group activities and free play. All camps are coed and feature weekly field trips and swimming!

What to pack: Campers should bring snacks, a packed lunch, and an extra set of clothes. If kids want to swim, they should also bring a swimsuit.

Phlox: An Online Summer Camp from Thinking Habitats Online camp ThinkingHabitats.com/Phlox • 419­-419­-5115 Cost: $320 Ages: Grades 9 ­to 12 Staff/camper ratio: Phlox is an interactive online learning program. Each learner is paired with an expert mentor who will give them personalized tips and feedback daily.

Dates/Time: Day or night, in a public library, or at your home!

Program length: Two weeks at one hour per weekday. 10 total hours of learning time. The program is self­-paced. Offered in June, July, and August.

What to Expect: Phlox is all about college and career readiness. Put together a toolbox of good thinking skills and reading strategies. Unbox your thinking to be successful in life. Make thinking fun again.

Daycroft Montessori School Elementary Campus 1095 N. Zeeb Rd. • 734-930-0333 • daycroft.org Age Range: Kindergarten to grade 6 Staff/Camper Ratio: 1:12 Dates/Time: 9 weeks, June 13 to August 19. 9am-4:15pm; Before Camp Care is 8-9am. No after-camp care available.

Cost: $245 to $295 for one week, depending on the subject of the camp What to Expect: Creative exploration of art, science, robotics, martial arts, baking, and world culture themes in addition to sprinkler water play.

What to pack: Campers should bring a cold lunch on Monday through Thursday (Friday pizza will be provided at no extra cost). All children should bring a bathing suit, towel and sunscreen for water play.

Summer Drama Camps (at Pointless Brewery and Theatre) 3014 Packard Rd. • 989-455-4484 • pointlessbrew.com Age Range: Morning Camps, ages 5 to 9-years-old; Afternoon Camps, ages 10 to 13-years-old Staff/Camper Ratio: 1:6 Dates/Time: Morning Camps are one-week sessions, 9am-12pm Mon-Fri from June 27th to August 15th. Afternoon Camps are 3pm-5pm/Monday-Thursday; July 18 to 21 and July 25 to 28.

Cost: Morning Camps are $150 before June 1st, $170 after June 1st. Afternoon Camps are $160 before June 1st, $180 after June 1st.

What to Expect: The Morning Drama Camps camps are focused on providing young people with a safe place to explore their creativity. Each class includes warm up exercises, drama games, improvisation exercises, crafts and, of course, lots of fun. The activities will be focused around the theme for the week, making each class a unique experience.

In Afternoon Camps, called Pointless Playmaking, students will create and perform their own original play. This two week program cultivates skills such as community building, critical thinking, writing, improv, acting, directing, movement, editing, and general stagecraft. Students will work together under the guidance of teacher Michelle Weiss (MA Theatre Education).

What to pack: An allergy-friendly snack, drink, and your imagination!

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It was all thanks to a chance encounter online that local mom Jenny Jacobs, who moved from the sun and surf of California to the unfamiliar territory of Ann Arbor in August 2015, got involved with Tinkergarten. “I was packing up my stuff and I saw an advertisement to be a leader of Tinkergarten flash up on facebook,� said Jacobs. “Coming from Cali, the idea of a cold winter and being trapped inside was intimidating. As someone who is really interested in nature and working with kids, it immediately caught my attention.�

Tinkergarten is a national organization that matches kids and their families with local community leaders. Leaders go through an in-depth application process and intensive training with Tinkergarten, and then they lead classes in their community, using the curricula developed by Tinkergarten. “I have been so amazed and impressed with the number of parks and natural spaces. Those include city parks, county parks, metro parks. There are just so many places one could go to experience nature,� said Jacobs. “I have yet to explore all these areas, but it is an endless list of places one could go. You can’t not run into a park.�

Forging a community

Started in New York, Tinkergarten just expanded west of the greater Northeast area in Spring of 2015 — in fact, Jacobs is the only certified Tinkergarten leader in the state of Michigan. The program places emphasis on free play and exploration within a structured format that continues throughout each eight to ten week session. Classes for children aged 18 months to 36 months run for an hour, and classes for children aged up to five run for an hour and a half. Parents or caregivers attend with their child, and become an integral part of the learning community.

Jacobs described a typical session as beginning with a free-flowing opening activity that helps families get into the spirit of class before moving into a welcoming circle that includes songs, a main activity structured around the theme of the

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session, and then clean-up and a closing circle with snacks. Although the program officially kicked off with free trial classes in April at Island Park, sessions will run throughout the spring and summer season, and in the future Jacobs would like to extend Tinkergarten classes beyond beyond the immediate Ann Arbor area. “What I have to do is get out and explore some of the areas outside of Ann Arbor,� said Jacobs. “My classes now are in Ann Arbor, but I really want to make this an Ann Arbor-area program.�

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More than just making a mess

In addition to classes, Tinkergarten provides registered parents and children access to many play-based outdoor activities that they can do at home, along with resources on child education and development. “There is a lot of explicit learning that is going on. Some people may think that we’re just going to play in the mud and mess with water, but the process of playing and exploring with dirt and water helps children learn a lot of different skills, and that’s something we try to emphasize and share with parents,� said Jacobs. “There’s a lot of research coming out that says how important it is for children to have free play and experiences outdoors in an unstructured environment. That’s what Tinkergarten is about. It’s more than just making a mess.�

The first Tinkergarten eight week session for children 18 months to 5-years-old starts April 28 and runs through June 16 and costs $200/per child, with a 20% discount for additional siblings.

Shorter classes for children 18 months to 36 months are slightly less expensive. For more information about Tinkergarten, and for a full listing of classes, visit tinkergarten.com

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Birthday Guide

What’s the first date in the calendar that any child memorizes? Their birthday, of course! Whether you’re planning a big blowout bash or a small gathering of friends and family, our birthday guide can help you. From bowling to video games to playgrounds, our birthday guide has something for everyone!

by Zach Marburger

Entertainment Colors the Clown

734-428-7926 colorstheclownandco.com Animals, magic and Colors the Clown come together to throw a unique birthday experience. Colors has been perfecting her act, which includes face-painting and an animal magic show, since 1992.

Her performances also include a petting zoo with farm animals.

Cakes

Mister Laurence misterlaurence.com

Enthusiasm and original rock music abounds when parents bring in Mister Laurence and his Play Money Band.

Two different packages are available, a 10-minute economy show perfect for little ones, or a longer 30-minute set that will have the whole party rockin’ out!

According to Laurence, his rock show is perfect for kids age 2-200!

Bricks for Kidz

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GameCrazy

1-888-554-2632 gamecrazyparty.com A gaming company that comes to you, GameCrazy can customize your child’s party with themes like Laser Tag, Angry Birds, Minecraft, Video Games, Obstacle Course or any multiple combination. For ages 6 and up.

Jump Around Parties

734-971-3100 • coppertom.com Featuring award-winning children’s performer Copper Tom, Jump Around Parties brings musical party entertainment for young children in a series of short, fun activities to keep kids interested and engaged and includes sing-a-longs, interactive games, puppets, a Birthday Parade, a special Dance Party, Magic Bubbles and more. For ages 1-8.

A party with an educational twist, Bricks for Kidz uses LEGOs as building blocks to help children learn S.T.E.M. concepts. Parties consist of LEGO based activities and games led by a Bricks for Kidz party leader. Bricks for Kidz even takes the stress out of managing the party to taking care of invitations and thank you notes. For ages 3-13.

Crazy Craig Family Comedy Juggling Variety Show 419-410-5925 bookastar.com/CraigCrazy

Crazy Craig brings everything he needs for his family-friendly juggling and comedy show — that includes bowling balls, unicycles and machetes.

Craig can adjust his interactive show to the smallest of performance venues, so don’t fear that there won’t be enough space.

Cakes by Rubina

1689 Plymouth Rd. 734-730-5090 • cakesbyrubina.com

Cakes by Rubina accepts custom pan and tiered cake orders, but don’t miss their unique options — 3D sculpted custom cakes can look (and taste) like nothing kids have ever seen, and there are plenty of eggfree, gluten-free and vegan options for children with dietary restrictions.

Baker’s Nook

901 W. Michigan Ave., Saline 734-429-1320 • thebakersnook.com Founded in 1994, Baker’s Nook makes custom cakes and cupcakes the day they are scheduled to be picked up so that food is never frozen and always tastes fresh. Parents that are too busy to drop by can place an order online and have their cake shipped right to the door!

Gwen’s Cake Decorating and Etc. 5714 Blue Grass Lane 734-429-2039 gwenscakedecorating.com

Cakes, cookies, pies, pastries; there doesn’t seem to be an end to what Gwen’s team can tackle, as long as it’s baked. Gwen’s also has an extensive list of flavors and fillings, all of which can be found online.

Tasty Bakery

416 W. Huron St. Suite 24 734-707-1046 • tastysansgluten.com

Tasty Bakery is on a mission to prove to skeptics that gluten free cakes are just as, if not more delicious, than anything else on the market! Six-inch or 10-inch vanilla or chocolate cakes work well whatever the size of the party, and every selection is hand-made from scratch, using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.

The Cupcake Station

116 E. Liberty St. 734-222-1801 • cupcakestation.com Skip the slicing and order from The Cupcake Station. With over 25 different cupcake selections that change seasonally, cupcakes come in three sizes, and online ordering makes things easy.

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Venues Revel and Roll

1950 S. Industrial Hwy. 734-665-4474 revelandroll.com With private rooms and a dedicated personal party planner, Revel and Roll has the ability to customize your child’s party any way you want it. Private rooms, huge TV’s, an arcade and of course bowling means that partygoers have plenty of options to fend off boredom. Three different packages cover everyone’s budget for dining and entertainment options.

Planet Rock

82 Aprill Dr. 734-827-2680 planet-rock.com Two different kinds of parties are offered at Planet Rock. Clip and Climb parties give children access to any climbing wall in the facility and serves as a good introduction to new climbers. Belay lessons are for older children aged 14 and up.

Private party rooms are available.

Jungle Java

3900 Jackson Rd. 734-926-2990 junglejavaplay.com The minds behind Jungle Java understand that corralling a group of youngsters can be exhausting. That’s why they provide a jungle play area for kids to run around while parents relax on a leather couch, listen to calming music and enjoy some coffee. Healthy food options for kids and adults are available.

Zap Zone

4177 Carpenter Rd., Ypsilanti 734-930-6670 zap-zone.com Zap Zone features three different birthday packages, and while laser tag is the highlight, there are plenty of other options for kids to have fun.

Pizza and soda are available, and the guest of honor can receive special gifts like t-shirts and future passes.

The Scrap Box 581 State Cir. 734-994-0012 scrapbox.org

Craft-loving kids and parents can host a party at The Scrap Box in the special workshop/party room. Party hosts can select either a child-centered or family-centered party and decide on a project for everyone to make and take home. At the end of the party, children get to fill a goodie bag from the bulk room. Children must be at least in kindergarten.

Kidopolis

509 State Cir. 734-769-0263 kidopolis.net Imaginations run wild at Kidopolis, an interactive experiential learning space for kids. At Kidopolis, children explore different themed rooms — like an enchanted forest, police station and more — and use their imagination to create a play, or just have fun with one another. Birthday parties include party setup and a birthday gift.

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Ask the Expert Internet safety

Tips to make sure your child is being careful on the worldwide web

by Jamie Lober

It is natural for kids to be excited about technology, but as a parent, it’s important to never forget about safety. It’s worthwhile to sit down as a family and have an internet safety plan. Bill Schuette, Michigan’s attorney general, suggested making a safety contract with your child where he or she agrees to terms about use of the internet. It may sound like common sense, but nothing can be assumed.

Safety

Make sure your child knows not to post personal information. If your child is on social media, in a chatroom or receives a message that makes them feel uneasy, instruct them to come to you or a trusted adult. Parents may not have experience with cyber-bullying, but it does exist, so keep lines of communication open between you and your child and do your best to be calm, helpful and not to overreact if he shares information with you.

Know who is online

If your child networks with others with similar interests, make sure that they have your permission before meeting a stranger. Ensure that they are respectful to others and make a plan for filtering or monitoring software so you have appropriate parental controls as your child uses the internet. Your child should not open e-mails or files from strangers including music or movies. “The increasing level of concern about internet safety and sexting, that are now ranked even higher than smoking as major childhood health issues, really dominates the story this year,” said Dr. Matthew Davis, professor of pediatrics and internal medicine in the child health evaluation and research unit at the University of Michigan Medical School.

Info online

Living Life Counseling in Ann Arbor suggests keeping the computer in an open area in your home where you can observe internet activity. Talk to your child about what they do online and make sure that they know not to believe everything they read, especially when it comes to health information. Pediatricians agree that too much screen time can be detrimental to your child’s health, so you want to set a reasonable time frame for how long is acceptable to be on the internet. After your child has used the internet for that many minutes, perhaps it is time to do something as a family.

The University of Michigan Health System reinforces that, while there are many positives, the internet still carries risks and your child may come in contact with inappropriate content such as pornography, hate speech and gambling.

They caution parents to watch for signs that a child is getting into trouble, such as suddenly turning the computer off when you walk into the room; spending long hours online especially at night; receiving calls from people you do not know; withdrawing from family life and being reluctant to discuss internet activities; or finding pornography on the computer.

Remember that you can have fun with your child and even find some favorite websites to bookmark as a family, just address internet safety at the onset.

For more information about internet safety, visit Living Life Counseling at livinglifecounseling.com.

Senthil, Ramya and Bhaavna found a home in Ann Arbor.

Living in a new world while maintaining tradition Enjoying life in Ann Arbor

by Jennifer Brough

When offered a job in Ann Arbor four years ago, Senthil, his wife, Ramya, and daughter, Bhaavna leapt at the opportunity to begin a new life in Michigan. Uprooted from two traditional Indian families and transitioning to a very different culture though was no easy task. Now settled into work, with some firm friendships, and a good school for Bhaavna, Ramya and Senthil love their new life, balancing old traditions with new.

Marriage by arrangement

Senthil and Ramya were born and raised in India, Senthil from Chennai, the capital of the Tamilnadu region and Ramya from Erode further south. The couple are very much in love, but their marriage was organized in part by their families. “Our families looked to a traditional marriage broker for a match of eligible brides and grooms. They made sure that prospective husbands had a good salary, and they looked for a good match between our ages, and our family cultural values.

Kindness in the family is very important” said Ramya. She explained that the search also analyzes Indian horoscopes based on the main star in the sky at birth. Ramya notes, “We met just twice before the marriage ceremonies.” Senthil adds, “We got lucky. We found a very good match.”

Senthil and Ramya’s life is rooted in many Indian cultural traditions. They keep faith at the Hindu temple, celebrate Indian festivals, cook authentic Indian foods and raise Bhaavna with the same traditions. Senthil and Ramya stay grounded and it’s helped them find new friends with similar backgrounds and ways of thinking.

Missing family and friends back home though has been tough, especially for Ramya. “Usually in Tamilnadu, girls will reach their mother’s place when they are in the seventh to ninth month of pregnancy and deliver the baby there” said Ramya. They will stay there for three ini-

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tial months to learn how to take care of a small baby and their own health.” Without the elders around her, and the aunties (a traditional way of addressing older women) for a long time, Ramya said, “I felt lonely here and had no one to ask about raising Bhaavna.”

Ramya, Senthil, and Bhaavna have an absolute date every weekend with family though. Skype calls are very important, keeping them in touch with back home.

They got to see family in person last year when their parents visited. Senthil said, “It was in September and my parents were too cold and didn’t want to go out anywhere. I hope they come back again.

It will have to be in summer, but even the summer heat still won’t compare to the heat in Chennai back home.”

Happy Changes

Playing in the Michigan snow is probably one thing their families will never do with them, and they both are a little sad about that, but Ramya in particular is very happy with some cultural changes she has made in Michigan. It is gradually changing in India, but when Ramya was there most women didn’t drive. “The streets were so busy and it was easier to be driven by family members or to use public transport. Being able to drive over here has given me a sense of freedom and independence that I never had before.” She has also joined a women’s organization, International Neighbors, where she volunteers on the newsletter and website teams and enjoys social groups for activities such as cooking.

“We don’t have organizations like this in India. It has helped fill the gap of having no family here.”

When asked if they would return to India soon, Senthil replied, “We like it a lot here. Our goldfish produced a family of 20 on New Year’s Day and now we have three goldfish tanks and many more mouths to feed. We are staying here for the foreseeable future!”

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A story idea can hit me at any time or place. I could be playing with my 8-year-old daughter, Jessie, taking a shower, or even sitting in church. Of course, it wouldn’t be during the pastor’s sermon, as he is a gifted speaker. Not to mention, he reads my column. I began to formulate this column as I was hugging the toilet.

I propped my back against the bathroom wall during a break from regurgitating. My mom came to mind. No, I’m not saying that my mom makes me sick. I was wondering how many times Mom nursed me back to health. As I was on my knees, hunched over the porcelain bowl, I had two main thoughts. First, “It’s time to clean the toilet,” and second, “I want my mom!”

As I sat by the toilet wishing my mom was there to take care of me, I had time to reflect. I remembered the time Jessie crashed her bike and lost a baby tooth when her mouth hit the handlebar. The blood from her cut lip and missing tooth was easy to stop. Her tears were not. Jessie cried over and over, “I want my momma!”

At the time, I wanted her momma, too. But even though I had the situation, along with Jessie’s tooth, calmly in hand, she insisted that she needed Momma. There is something about a mother’s love and comfort.

A bug bite at mom’s

When Jessie was about two-years-old, I took her for a week-long visit with my parents. Since there was not an extra bed at their house, I slept in a sleeping bag on the floor. Around 2am, I woke up and my lips felt numb. I got up and looked in the bathroom mirror and discovered that my lips were swollen to twice their normal size. I looked like a clown! A spider or some kind of bug must have bitten me.

What should I do?

I started to have an anxiety attack. Is this how I was going to go out — allergic reaction, breathing stops — all from a bug bite? My dad used to volunteer on the ambulance crew at the local volunteer fire company. I thought about waking him up, but decided to call Mom instead. She didn’t wake up until the fourth or fifth loud whisper of “Mom!” but she groggily stepped out of bed, like she must have done hundreds of times with her four kids.

I told her that I got bit by something and showed her my clown lips. My daughter was afraid of clowns at the time and I joked with Mom that, “Jessie will be scared to look at her father.”

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Mom sat up with me for an hour. We laughed until we both had tears in our eyes. More importantly, my mom comforted me and was there for me yet again.

She didn’t care what time of day or night, how old I was, or that I even looked like a clown.

Mom’s apple sauce

A few hours after my toilet bowl fling, my stomach began to settle. I asked my wife what she thought would be good to eat and, hopefully, keep down. She suggested my mother’s homemade applesauce. My mom makes the best applesauce, peeling apples and cooking them with sugar, then pureeing them in the blender. Every batch is a lot of work, yet she sends me home with a cooler full of it each time I make the 700-mile trip to visit. As I was eating her applesauce, I realized how lucky I am that my mom is still taking care of me.

Since I’ve been “Mr. Mom” for eight years now, I have a better understanding of how hard parents work for their children. I also realize that my job as a dad will never end, because children never outgrow needing their parents.

Mom, thank you for all you did, and continue to do, for me. My normal-sized lips have formed a smile many times in my life because of you, especially when I eat your applesauce. I wish moms, and all who provide love and comfort, a happy Mother’s Day. Until next month, remember to cherish the moments.

Patrick Hempfing had a 20-year professional career in banking, accounting, and auditing before he became a father at age 44. He is now a full-time husband, stay-at-home dad, and writer.

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Smoke and Flavor

Smokehouse 52 BBQ fires up downtown Chelsea

by Katy M. Clark

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125 S. Main St., Chelsea 734-562-2565 11:30am-9pm/Sunday-Thursday; 11:30am-10pm/Friday and Saturday sh52bbq.com “We’re going out for barbeque tonight,” I announced to my family of four. “Smokehouse 52 BBQ in Chelsea. I think it opened last year.”

“Uh, honey, it’s been open three years,” my husband corrected.

Three years? Where have I been?

Oh, yeah. Working, raising a family, shuttling kids to activities, and running some of those activities.

While it took a few years for us to visit, we located Smokehouse 52 easily once we arrived in downtown Chelsea. That’s because the delicious smell of barbecue guided us from the parking lot to the corner of Park and Main St. We anticipated a wait since it was Friday night and the restaurant looked packed. However, it took mere minutes before a table was ready. The restaurant is large, seating over 150.

Two rooms, one with a bar, offer numerous tables surrounded by countrified walls of exposed brick, barn beams, and tree trunk slices held in place by chicken wire.

From the Pit

The menu is extensive, with appetizers, soups, salads, three types of mac and cheese, fried chicken, entrees like cedar plank salmon, sandwiches, burgers, and pulled pork, chops, brisket, chicken, and ribs cooked in wood-fired pits. We ordered Burnt Ends ($9.59) to start, twice smoked and basted beef brisket nuggets. I picked the Pig Mac for my entrée, a sandwich concocted with pulled pork, mac and cheese, and bacon on Texas toast with fries ($12.29). My husband chose beef brisket from the pit with collard greens and pit beans ($15.29).

Our son, 12, is our family’s picky eater. He wanted fried chicken, but passed when he learned it was white meat. He went with plain house smoked wings ($8.59) adding a side of loaded potatoes ($3.89) only after our server confirmed she could omit the green onions.

Kids’ menu selections include a pulled pork sandwich, cheeseburger, grilled cheese, chicken and waffles, ribs, chicken strips, or mac and cheese with a choice of side (fries, pit beans, coleslaw, applesauce, cornbread or collard greens) and a small drink ($5-6). Our daughter, 9, chose chicken and waffles.

The Real Deal

The burnt ends were a terrific start to our meal. Thick chunks of brisket were tender and juicy, others tougher but still tasty. We dipped them in Smokehouse’s five house made sauces: the traditional AllAmerican, Root Beer with a sweet flavor, Smokehouse Gold with mustard and horseradish, Kiss & Vinegar with vinegar and red pepper, and 52 Alarm with jalapeños and habaneros.

Copious amounts of food then arrived. My Pig Mac was delightful. The mac and cheese was sparse, but I preferred it that way. The saucy pulled pork melded with the buttery toast and salty bacon to prove delectable. I skipped my fries to allow me to concentrate on enjoying my sandwich completely.

My son consumed his smoked, fried wings sans any sauce with pleasure. My daughter preferred the waffle portion of her chicken and waffles, which meant my husband and I got to savor the chicken. It had a thick, flavorful buttermilk batter with a hint of sweet honey.

My husband loved his brisket, dusted with rub and featuring a strong smoke ring. “These beans are legit,” he noted, offering that the sign of a good BBQ place is the tastiness of its beans. The collard greens were agreeable as well.

Stuffed with smoky, meaty goodness, we passed on dessert. Offerings like banana pudding or the Piggy Candy Sundae with candied bacon, caramel, and fried jalapeños might tempt us next time.

The Short Course Kid-friendly: Yes

To avoid wait: Friday and Saturday nights are busiest. Try early evening or go on a weeknight.

Noise level: High when busy

Bathroom amenities: Changing table in women’s, but not men’s High chairs? Yes

Got milk? Yes, plus lemonade, iced tea, soft drinks or a juice box

Kids’ menu? Yes

Anything healthy for kids? Skip fried main dishes and sides

Food allergy concerns? Call ahead to speak with a manager about your specific concerns.

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As you like it

Friday, 5.13-Sunday, 5.15. / Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre Presented by the Ann Arbor Young Actors Guild, As You Like It is one of Shakespeare’s early comedies. The play tells the tale of Rosalind as she flees her uncle’s court and finds refuge in the Forest of Arden. There she falls in love with fellow refugee Orlando, but not before disguising herself as a young man. It’s not the only case of mistaken identity within the play, and in classic Shakespearean fashion, the mix-ups quickly spiral out of control and lead to laugh-out-loud moments that wink at the audience’s knowledge of who’s who while keeping the characters in the dark. One of the Bard’s most accessible and hilarious plays, As You Like It makes for a great introduction to Shakespeare for audience and actors alike. 7:30pm Friday, 2pm & 7:30pm Saturday, 2pm Sunday. $7-$15.

Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, 911 N. University Ave. 734-926-5629. yag-season.org

All calendar events are subject to change, cancellation and limited size. Calling ahead for confirmation is recommended.

1 SUNDAY

5 THURSDAY

Submit Your Art To Be Juried for the Kids’ Art Fair - The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair is accepting applications from young artists in grades 3-8 for the Kids’ Art Fair. Those interested should arrive with 4 to 6 samples of their original artwork and be prepared to meet one-onone with a pair of jurors to discuss and show their work. 1pm. Ann Arbor District Library Pittsfield, 2359 Oak Valley Dr. 734-327-4200. aadl.org Free

4 WEDNESDAY Nature Tales: A Salamander Tale Read The Salamander Room by Anne Mazer, and then explore and look under rocks and logs to see what critters are living in Black Pond Woods. Also on May 7. For ages 1-5 with an adult. 10am. $3/$4. Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org Charlotte’s Web - Set in the rural Midwest, this beloved story tells the touching tale of a rare friendship between a little pig, Wilbur, and Charlotte, a most uncommon spider. Presented by the Wild Swan Theater. Runs through Sunday.

10am Wednesday-Friday, 2pm Saturday & Sunday. $10-$15. Towsley Auditorium, 4800 E. Huron River Dr. 734-995-0530. wildswantheater.org

Emerging Writers Workshop: Writing for children - Picture books, early chapter books and middle grade fiction may look simple, but writing them is hard work. In this workshop, Bethany Neal and Alex Kourvo will be joined by local author Shutta Crum, to discuss inspiration, the writing process and how children’s books get published. For grades 6+. 7pm.

Ann Arbor District Library Traverwood, 3333 Traverwood Dr. 734-327-4200. aadl.org Free

Andy the Ambulance

Wednesday, 5.25 / Jackson YMCA Even at a young age, it’s important to know how to react in an emergency situation. During Andy the Ambulance Learns to Call 9-1-1, Andy will take children on an adventure where they learn about emergencies and community helpers. After a presentation by Andy, kids will watch dispatchers go through mock calls with volunteers, get tours of emergency vehicles, try on medical uniforms as they treat and transport a teddy bear and do a craft where they create a magnetic address template that can be kept on the fridge at home so kids always know their address.

Registration is required. Every participant receives a free Andy the Ambulance T-shirt. 5-6:30pm Wednesday, May 25. Jackson YMCA, 127 W. Wesley St., Jackson.

517-782-0537. andycalls911.com Free —ZM

Little Paws Story Time - Story time will keep tots engaged through stories, crafts, fingerplays and animal interactions. Each program will include enrichment toy/treat making for adoptable animals, a shelter walk-through and hands-on animal interaction. For ages 2-5. 10:30am. $5. Humane Society of Huron Valley, 3100 Cherry Hill Rd. 734-662-5585. hshv.org

6 FRIDAY Pets and Pajamas Movie Night - This paw-tastic evening will include adoptable animal interactions, a cheese pizza dinner and an animal-themed movie with popcorn.

Children are invited to wear their pajamas, bring a sleeping bag and pillow. For ages 5-11. Registration required. 5-9pm. $35/first child, $15 each additional sibling. Humane Society of Huron Valley, 3100 Cherry Hill Rd. 734-662-5585. hshv.org

7 SATURDAY Drawn Together: Parent/Child Workshop - Each parent and child team will take turns being the writer, artist, and letterer, switching between jobs with every page. The result is an improvisational cartoon story you create together! For ages 9+. 1pm. $45. Ann Arbor Art Center, 117 W. Liberty St. 734-926-4128. annarborartcenter.org Seussical - Seuss’s beloved classic characters find themselves tangled in an incredible adventure, when the power of imagination saves the day. 1:30pm. $12.

Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St. 734-668-8463. michtheater.org Free Dinosaur Tour - Dinosaur fans will enjoy a 30-minute docent-led tours. Sign up day of the tour. 2pm. UM Museum of Natural History, 1109 Geddes Ave. 734-764-0478. lsa.umich.edu Free

8 SUNDAY My Turn - Children will have the chance to get up close and personal with the orchestral instruments they see professionally played on stage while learning how vibrations become sound, and sound becomes music. This is a special sensory friendly Instrument Petting Zoo for families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Presented by the A2SO. 9:30am. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann St. 734-994-4801. a2so.com Mother’s Day Tea Party - Bring mom and help celebrate her day with a special tea in the conservatory. Reservations required. 1pm. Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. 734-647-8522. lsa.umich.edu Free

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10 TUESDAY Jack and the Beanstalk - The Wild Swan Theater performs the classic tale of Jack escaping a giant. Two performances, 10am & 11am. $8-$12. Milford High School Center for Performing Arts, 2380 S. Milford Rd. 734-995-0530. wildswantheater.org Kinder Concert - Little ones will learn about the oboe and the piano, listen to music, dance, and hear a story. They will also enjoy the music of the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra! For ages 2-5.

10-10:30am and 11-11:30am. Ann Arbor District Library Downtown, 343 S. Fifth Ave. 734-327-4200. aadl.org Free

13 FRIDAY Disney’s Jungle Book - In this stage version of the beloved Disney musical, Mowgli, the “man cub,” befriends a helpful python and a singing bear as he marches his way through the jungle. Through May 15.

7:30pm Friday, 1pm & 3:30pm Saturday & Sunday. $11-$25. Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin Ave. 734-971-2228. a2ct.org

14 SATURDAY Spring Seed Bombs - Make spring seed bombs using local wildflower seeds. These “throw and grow” flowers can be planted just about anywhere. Ann Arbor District Library Downtown, 343 S. Fifth Ave. 734-327-4200. aadl.org Free Tea-Cup Fairy Garden - Let your imagination run wild while you create a super cute house for a fairy. Registration required. 2-4pm. $20. Bloom! Gardens, 1885 Baker Rd., Dexter. 734-426-6600. lotusgardenscapes.com/events

Butterfly Festival - Explore the beautiful and fascinating world of butterflies. Watch live Monarchs travel through each stage of their life cycle. 10am. UM Museum of Natural History, 1109 Geddes Ave. 734-764-0478. lsa.umich.edu Free

18 WEDNESDAY Tiny Tot Walks - Take a guided walk along LSNC trails to see what the seasons bring. Each walk will last about one hour and will take a very leisurely pace to accommodate tots’ little legs.

10am. $3/$4. Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org

19 THURSDAY Premiere Screening of Force Touch A science fiction short film written and directed by Rik Cordero, follows four friends who discover a mysterious smartphone that takes pictures of the future.

A dollar from every ticket sold will go to benefit the Neutral Zone. 7pm. $10.

Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St. 734-668-8463. michtheater.org

20 FRIDAY TechTwilight 2016 - TechTwilight provides companies and student groups with the opportunity to celebrate and share their innovations. Proceeds benefit the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. 6:30pm. $12/children members, $15/adult members. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann St. 734-995-5439. aahom.org

21 SATURDAY TechDaylight - Extend the festivities of TechTwilight into the weekend with TechDaylight. Staff will highlight techrelated activities for the whole family, including robotics, animation, sciencebased student projects, and more. Also at noon on Sunday. 10am. $12. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann St. 734-995-5439. aahom.org Walk & Wag (and Run) - This 5K or 1-mile walk helps raise money for the homeless, abused and injured animals at the Humane Society of Huron Valley.

Registration required. 8am-1pm. Rolling Hills Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd., Ypsilanti. hshv.org/walkandwag

26 THURSDAY Read to Jazz! - Dogs are great listeners!

Reading aloud to a trained Therapaws dog helps build children’s literacy skills. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot. For grades 1-3.

6pm. Ypsilanti District Library Michigan, 229 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti.

734-482-4110. ypsilibrary.org Free

28 SATURDAY Planetarium: Sunstruck - The whole family will learn how the sun powers the Earth’s existence. How is this similar to the lives and deaths of stars throughout the galaxy? 12:30pm. $5. UM Museum of Natural History, 1109 Geddes Ave. 734-764-0478. lsa.umich.edu

23 MONDAY Mother Baby Group - This is a drop-in group for new mothers to connect, make friends, share stories and challenges. Topics include birth stories, the unexpected emotions of motherhood, navigating changing relationships, infant feeding and more. 10am. $10/drop in, $56/for eight meetings.

Great Oak Cohousing Common House, 503 Little Lake Dr. 734-395-5244. supportforgrowingfamilies.com

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Baby Storytimes - Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs followed by open playtime.

For babies up to 24 months with an adult. Times and branch locations vary, check the website for details.

734-327-4200. aadl.org Free Little Ninja Karate - Children learn teamwork, discipline and self-control through exciting and fun activities. Wear loose fitting clothes and bring a water bottle. A responsible adult must remain in attendance during class. For children 4 to 6. Runs from May 2 to June 13. 6pm. $29. Logan Elementary, 2685 Traver Rd. 734-994-2300. a2schools.org

Sundays

Bugs and Blooms in Clay - In this class kids will get to experience the fun of making their own colorful garden creations. From springtime flowers to garden bugs this class is sure to get their imaginations going. Runs through May 22.

12:30pm. $85. Ann Arbor Art Center, 117 W. Liberty St. 734-926-4128. annarborartcenter.org

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Kids Capoeira - Martial arts for kids taught by instructor Contra Mestre Lobinho. Every Tuesday and Thursday.

5pm. $12/drop in, $50/one class per-week, $80/two classes per-week.

Ringstar Studio, 3907 Varsity Dr. 585-307-0402. a2ringstar.com

22 SUNDAY Just Babies! - Robin Robinson of RobinSongs For Kids, will lead this music, rhyme and touch program for babies to pre-walkers. No older siblings, please. 1pm. Ann Arbor District Library Traverwood, 3333 Traverwood Dr. 734-327-4200. aadl.org Free

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