Hi neighbors!

From art workshops to outdoor concerts, tacos to 5Ks—this weekend’s got a little bit of everything (including margaritas). Let’s dive in.

📰  What’s New?

☀️The Yard is Open at Sam Hill!
Summer has officially arrived: Sam Hill’s awesome outdoor patio, The Yard, is now open! And, this Sunday 10% of all purchases support The Mamas Network if you order any food or drinks! You don’t have to buy anything to come, but it’s a win-win if you do.

++ Speaking of The Mamas Network, this organization recently opened Little Break—a new co-working space with on-site childcare. An amazing and much-needed space for parents who need a space to work without arranging separate childcare! You can reserve a tour and a free 1-hour slot to check it out on their website.

🗓️ What’s Happening?

Gouache Painting at the Library | Saturday, May 3 | 3–4PM | Pittsfield Branch
Get artsy with local tattoo artist Janet Nelson (of Brite Idea Tattoo) as she shows off her gouache techniques. Try them yourself and leave with a mini masterpiece!

KidFest at Leslie Science & Nature Center | Saturday, May 3 | 3–5PM 
Family concert? Check. Nature vibes? Check. Bouncy, joyful music by Joe Reilly that gets the whole fam dancing? Also check. Bring a blanket and snacks, and help raise funds for First Steps PTO.

The Mix 5K in Depot Town | Sunday, May 4 | 9AM | Ypsi
Run, walk, stroll—this relaxed 5K winds through Riverside and Frog Island Park with zero street crossings.

Cinco de Mayo at Revel Run | Sunday, May 4 | Chelsea
Tacos. Frozen margs. Live music. Need I say more? Local artist Josh Silas drops his new album, and Tacos y Tortas brings the flavor.

The Moth StorySLAM: Small World | Tuesday, May 6 | 6PM | Blind Pig
Have a story about fate, coincidences, or weirdly timed run-ins? Come tell it—or just listen in at this always-packed storytelling showdown.

🏠 Thinking about making a move in the Ann Arbor area?  

The spring market is heating up! Whether you want to buy or sell (or you’re just beginning to consider it), I’d love to help.

🎵  Live Music Lineup

(Live music events in Ann Arbor/Ypsi unless otherwise noted & those marked with ($) charge a cover or require a ticket to the best of my knowledge)

Saturday, May 3rd:
Justin Roberts & The Not Ready For Naptime Players @ The Ark at 11:00am ($20/$15)
Savage Reaction @ Original Gravity Brewing Company (Milan) from 4-7pm (no cover)
The Acoustic Alchemists @ Ypsi Alehouse at 4:30pm (no cover)
JP @ Mash (Ann Arbor) at 6pm (no cover)
James Bourland & Peter Madcat Ruth @ North Star Lounge from 6-7:15pm ($)
Gene Dunlap Band @ Blue Llama Jazz Club from 6:30-7:30pm and 9-10pm ($)
Feminine Energy @ Ypsi Alehouse at 7pm (no cover) 
Jesse Cook @ The Ark at 7pm ($)
Brendon Moss @ Ugly Dog Distillery (Chelsea) from 7-10pm (no cover)
Bret Maynard @ Moonwinks Café & Tavern (Dixboro) from 7:30pm-9:30pm (no cover)
The Wildwoods @ The Ark at 8pm ($20)
The Vig Arcadia @ Mash (Ypsi) at 8pm (no cover)
Rupple Brothers + Frail Talk @ The Rumpus Room (Chelsea) from 8-11pm ($15)
Indie Guinn w/ Noah Dakho, Mothdude @ The Blind Pig, doors at 8pm ($10)
Dayproof, TV Blackout, Spectral Threads @ Ziggy’s (Ypsi) at 8:30-10:30pm ($10) 
Rochelle Clark & The Familiars @ North Star Lounge from 8:30-9:45pm ($)
Rob Crozier Ensemble @ The Habitat Lounge from 9-11pm (no cover)
Mike May & The Messarounds @ Mash (Ann Arbor) at 10pm (no cover)
Bob Sweet Quartet @ Blue Llama Jazz Club from 10:30-11:45pm ($)

Sunday, May 4th:
Ann Arbor Concert Band Presents: Broadway Spectacular! @ The Michigan Theater at 2pm ($)
Pearl Street String Band @ Erratic Ale Co. (Dexter) from 3-5pm (no cover)
The Dynamic Duo: Miniatures and Mystery (Flute & Harp Concert) @ Kerrytown Concert House from 4-6pm ($)
honeybrotha w/ Zero Sun, Mass Dispute, Divine Youth @ Blind Pig, doors at 7pm ($15)
Paul Thorn w/ Jared Deck @ The Ark at 7:30pm ($35)

Monday, May 5th:
Keaton Royer and Josef Deas @ Weber’s from 6-9pm (no cover)
Paul Keller Orchestra @ Zal Gaz Grotto from 7-10pm ($)
Richard Shindell @ The Ark at 8pm ($30)

Tuesday, May 6th:
Easy Street Jazz Band @ Zal Gaz Grotto Club from 5-7pm ($) 
Keaton Royer and Josef Deas @ Weber’s from 6-9pm (no cover)
Jake Reichbart @ The Earle from 7-9pm (no cover) 
Frank Sinatra for Lovers: Paul Keller Trio feat. vocalists Paul King, Mark Randisi & Cary Kocher @ Kerrytown Concert House from 7:30-9:30pm ($)
Open Jazz Jam Session Hosted by Jon Blanchette @ Ziggy’s (Ypsi) at 8pm ($)

Wednesday, May 7th: 
Bob Hoot @ North Star Lounge from 5:30-6:30pm (no cover)
Jen Sygit @ The Grateful Crow (Chelsea) from 6-8pm (no cover)
Keaton Royer and Josef Deas @ Weber’s from 6-9pm (no cover)
Ladies Night ft. Sky Covington & November Fourth @ Blue Llama Jazz Club from 7-8pm & 8:45-9:45pm ($) 
Jake Reichbart @ The Earle from 7-9pm (no cover)
Gear Lords Live Production Electronic Music @ Ziggy’s (Ypsi) at 7-11:30pm ($5)
A Cabaret Evening w/ Alvin Waddles @ Kerrytown Concert House from 7:30-9:30pm ($)
Dave Bruzza (of Greensky Bluegrass) @ The Ark at 8pm ($25)
South North Southwest w/ Tae Prince, Dave Fio @ The Blind Pig, doors at 8pm ($15)

And if you haven’t already… make sure you follow me on Instagram to get more updates & ideas of things to do and see in the area! 

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