 Temporary closure of the Border to Border Trail begins Monday
A segment of the Border to Border Trail from Gallup Park to Mitchell Field is in need of repair as part of ongoing maintenance. Work is scheduled to start the week of Aug. 15 and is expected to be complete in mid-November (weather permitting).
Signs and barricades will be installed to safely direct users away from the construction zone. The City of Ann Arbor asks that trail users follow the posted detour as they ride, walk, rollerblade and commute along this path. While the temporary closure is an inconvenience to users, the replacement of the pathway is intended to provide longer-term durability. Improvements to the trail will include replacing the existing asphalt surface with a new concrete surface, widening the path to 10 feet and updating site furnishings. We thank you for your patience as we make these improvements to this important and popular stretch of path. Go online to view a map of the detour.
Any questions can be directed to Landscape Architect/Park Planner Adam Fercho at afercho@a2gov.org.
Spend your Saturday shopping local at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market
Stop by for onsite sales Saturdays and Wednesdays, 7 a.m.-3 p.m., 315 Detroit St. You will find sweet corn, peaches, plums, melons, apples, fresh produce, cut flowers, herbs, plants, bread, poultry, eggs, meat, cheese, baked goods, prepared food, beverages, artisan products and more! We accept cash, and tokens for credit cards and SNAP/EBT/P-EBT are available at our market office window. Preordering from select vendors continues with curbside or walk-in pickup, 8 a.m.-noon. For preorders, contact the vendor directly from our directory. Please follow all physical distancing and safety guidelines posted and communicated by market staff. More information can be found on our website.
Stewardship workday
Help us pull invasive weeds like spotted knapweed, Sunday, Aug. 15, Barton Nature Area, 1- 4 p.m. Please stay home if you are not feeling well. Please wear long pants, closed-toed shoes and gardening gloves. All minors should be accompanied by a guardian. Tools and know-how provided. Meeting location will be provided at registration. Register here.
West Park playground closure
The playground at West Park is currently closed for construction improvements. Construction started Monday, Aug. 9, and is expected to conclude by Friday, Aug. 27. We apologize for the inconvenience and cannot wait for you to see the new improvements, including natural play equipment and a larger sandbox. Project questions can be directed to Landscape Architect/Park Planner Adam Fercho at afercho@a2gov.org.
The Bromley Park playground improvement project has been completed
Thank you for your patience while the playground was shut down during construction. The new playground has natural play structures, a new sandbox and upgraded swings. The new swing set has an expression swing which allows parents to swing with their toddlers face-to-face.
 
Office of sustainability and innovations upcoming programming
- Sunday, Aug. 15 – Dexter-Ann Arbor Run
Calling all volunteers. The Dexter to Ann Arbor road race is looking to go zero waste but needs your help. If you are interested in getting involved or learning more, please contact Tina Miller, the race volunteer coordinator (tinalou617@gmail.com).
- Wednesday, Aug. 18, 6 p.m. – Plant-based diets seminar
Join OSI for an evening exploring plant-based diets. Learn about the health benefits of a plant-based diet and the environmental impacts of animal agriculture, all while enjoying a cooking demonstration focused on a delicious and nutritious plant-based meal. Presenters include Dr. Melissa Sunderman from IHA; Marc Ramirez from Chickpea & Bean; Andrea Wotan, RDN with Wotan Nutrition; and chef Jeff Tritten of Washtenaw Optimal Wellness. Register here.
- Sunday, Aug. 29 – AAATA services resume
TheRide’s permanent schedule goes into place on Sunday, Aug. 29. TheRide has published the schedule details on their website.
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