Washtenaw County has true wealth in a vibrant selection of local Farmers Markets. Nearly every day of the week you can visit an area market and get fresh, locally grown produce, plants, animal products, handmade goods, and more. Two of our local gems are Ypsilanti Farmers Market and Dixboro Farmers…
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The time is once again upon us to get excited for the Summer Beer Festival , coming to Ypsilanti's Riverside Park on Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27 . Presented by the Michigan Brewers Guild, the festival is celebrating 22 years of highlighting the immense selection of craft beer Michigan has to…
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Search no more, fellow veggies, because Ypsi Real has compiled a list of Ypsilanti’s vegetarian and vegan hot spots and highlights. Ollie Food and Spirit (42 E. Cross St.) Located in Depot Town, Ollie's features a seasonally rotating menu composed of high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. They…
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Nom, Nom, Nom The sun has returned! Beleaguered Ypsilantians have begun to stumble out into the light, ready to make up for lost time with events, friends, and one of our community’s great loves: dining. Your taste buds are going to be so happy. Venture out and experience what’s new in the Ypsilanti…
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The Huron River is one of the best places in Michigan for smallmouth bass fishing. Our guest blogger Emma Schulte interviewed the owner of Schultz Outfitters , Mike Schultz, in Ypsilanti. She learned what makes fly fishing a memorable experience for both beginners and experts alike. If you’re not an…
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Ypsilanti is a city of rich creativity and stunning artistic variety. From high-end galleries (Riverside Arts Center, Nelson Amos studio ) to citywide yarn bombing , the city is bursting with art and beauty if you simply keep your eyes open. Whether you prefer a gallery setting or a casual perusal of…
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Ypsilanti, MI, commonly referred to as "Ypsi" is a town full of rich history and creative energy. Not only is it home to Eastern Michigan University , this city is also home to loads of unique signage! Be sure to take the the time to stop and look at the expert craftsmanship and artistry on these…
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If you know anything about Ypsilanti, you know that the automobile industry is a big part of its history. Read how you can experience the pivotal role Ypsilanti played in the automotive industry at the Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum . Ypsilanti has been home to many memorable automobiles from…
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You already know that Ypsilanti is a fantastic place to consume music, between Cultivate Coffee & Tap House , 734 Brewing , Triple Goddess Tasting Room , Ziggy's and Ypsi Alehouse . Did you know that Ypsilanti is also a fantastic place to record and produce music? Many of Ypsilanti's talented…
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In a city like Ypsilanti that works hard and plays hard, and is full to the brim with learners, professionals, entrepreneurs and adventurers, it ought to come as no surprise that the entire system runs on lots and lots of coffee. That's why, no matter which part of the city you're in, there's a…
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