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What to do with kids this weekend in and around Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor has tons for kids to do this weekend. Read on to find out about them!

Weekend Highlights for Friday, May 2 - Sunday, May 4 for Ann Arbor:

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Friday, May 2


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Baby Playgroup at Traverwood Library This is a time for babies up to 24 months and their grown-ups to gather and play. The Library will provide the space and a variety of toys. Each playgroup includes 15 minutes of stories, rhymes and songs.



Sister Act at Broadway in Detroit - The Fisher Theatre SISTER ACT is Broadway's musical comedy smash! It's the story of Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look—a convent!


Saturday, May 3:


Boys Book Club at Ypsilanti District Library. Fun hands-on activities to accompany every discussion!

Fairy Tale Vacation Improvisation at the Downtown Library. Ann Arbor Civic Theatre’s Junior Theatre is preparing for their upcoming show - Fairy Tale Family Vacation. You're invited to play improv games with the director and cast!

Creating Video Games: Art and Animation at the Downtown Library at Ann Arbor District Library. Design and animate your own video game character! Use professional video game development software to bring your character to life inside a video game world. No prior experience necessary.


Sunday, May 4:


The Wizard of Oz: FREE at Farmington Civic Theater! Free showing of this classic 1939 film. Limited seating. First come, first served. 275 seats. Courtesy of Roxanne Fitzpatrick , Keller Williams Realty & Jeff Clatterbaugh, Independent Bank.

Comic Artists Forum with Brandon Dayton at the Downtown Library at Ann Arbor District Library. Whether you are a seasoned artist or a beginner, Brandon will discuss practical strategies for assessing your current abilities and specific exercises and drills to help you make the most of your art study.

May the Fourth Be with You! at Canton Public Library.  The Canton Public Library is celebrating Star Wars Day. Watch the cartoon series Star Wars: The Clone Wars and create a 3D papercraft of a Star Wars character.

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