Out and About in Ann Arbor this weekend

Weekend Highlights for Friday, April 11 - Sunday, April 13 for Ann Arbor:

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Friday, April 11:

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II at Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Experience classic Warner Bros. Looney Tunes projected on the big screen with live music by the DSO, including What's Opera, Doc?, The Rabbit of Seville, and A Corny Concerto.

Pippin Puppets Presents: Bunny Funnies! at Dexter District Library. There's plenty of laughter and audience participation for children of all ages. Join the fun with a crazy bunny adventure presented by professional puppeteer Robert Papineau. Refreshments will be served following the performance.

Detroit Red Wings Tickets can be purchased at OlympiaEntertainment.com, the Fox Theatre and Joe Louis Arena box offices, Hockeytown Authentics in Troy (without service charge), at all Ticketmaster locations and Ticketmaster.com.

Fabulous Friday - A Make Way for Spring program at Matthaie Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum. Make way for spring! Grab your coat, hat and boots and let’s head outside! Explore the trails and wetlands with a guide to discover how we can be the best land stewards ever! (Rainy day alternative: Michigan ecosystems games)

Kidz Night Out/Parents Night Out at Bricks 4 Kidz. Bricks 4 Kidz is a locally owned and operated business that provides education-based programming using LEGO® bricks. We offer a variety of programming in the schools as well as in the community. Kidz Night Out occurs monthly on Fridays.

Spring Break Special: Pond Personalities at Stony Creek Metropark. Hike out to one of the ponds in the nature study area and use a net to catch aquatic critters. We'll then figure out what we've caught and bring some of them back to the nature center to put on display in our pond. Pre-registration required.

Saturday, April 12:

Hidden Wonders of the Vernal Pool at Washtenaw County Parks. As leafy woodland hollows fill with meltwater, the forest comes alive with songs of springtime. Who lives here? Where do they go in the summer when these pools fade away? Let us see who we can discover.

Live On Stage - THE SHOEMAKER & THE ELVES at Marquis Theatre. Northville's Historic MARQUIS THEATRE presents SHOEMAKER & THE ELVES Live On Stage! Weekends & some weekdays, March - May 4th (see schedule)

Easter Egg Scramble at Willow at Willow Metropark. Joing us for an Easter Egg Scramble. Then meet the Easter Bunny, make a craft and more! The egg scramble will be grouped by age. Pre-registration required please call 586-781-9113

Ballroom Dance Nights at The Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation Department . The evening begins with an intro to dance steps for beginners or those wanting to polish old skills. The dance follows the lesson.

Easter Extravaganza at Canton Sports Center. Bring the kids out to enjoy a variety of Easter and spring-themed activities! Maximize your experience by registering for the Easter Bunny Pancake Breakfast which takes place just prior to this event in the Summit's Grand Ballroom!

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Jungle Java - Ann Arbor. Limited space. Must pre-register! *Admission to Jungle Java *Breakfast including pancakes and milk or juice *Visit with the Easter Bunny *Cookie Decorating *Unlimited Lazer Cave *Exclusive coupons for adults

Sunday, April 13:

VegFest at Suburban Collection Showplace. Come hear leading national and local speakers on the health, environmental and ethical benefits of a plant-based diet. Enjoy tasty vegan cuisine from local restaurants, along with national brand samples, cooking demonstrations, literature, & prizes!

Live On Stage - THE SHOEMAKER & THE ELVES at Marquis Theatre. Northville's Historic MARQUIS THEATRE presents SHOEMAKER & THE ELVES Live On Stage! Weekends & some weekdays, March - May 4th (see schedule)

STEM Week at Michigan Science Center. During STEM Week, we’ll use hands-on activities to learn about magnetism, explore five simple machines, discover math tricks, experiment with chemistry, perform dissections, study the world of plants, and share our experiences on social media.

“Along the River” Botany Hike at Washtenaw County Parks. On this hike we will look at the trees, shrubs, ferns, and early wildflowers found in this floodplain forest along the River Raisin. Wear boots in case of muddy terrain.

The Bunny Bowl at Woodhaven Lanes. Sunday, April 13 at 2:30 pm (check in at 2:00 pm) Bowl 1 1/2 hours with Glow Lights Use of House Balls and Shoes Receive a Hot Dog and Pop Receive a Special Easter Treat Plus….A Visit from the Bunny! $8.95 per child

Dinosaur Tours at Michigan Natural History Museum. Attention dinosaur fans! Free, 30-minute docent-led tour of the dinosaur exhibits every Saturday and Sunday. Sign up on the day of the tour. Limit: 15 people.

Visit our website for a complete list of events.