This weekend: Book a tee time at Huron Hills, volunteer in the parks, apply for a job and more

Book a tee time for the weekend Huron Hills Golf Course (HHGC) is now open for the season—grab your clubs and get back out on the greens! Whether you're looking to play a quick round or enjoy a full day on the course, it’s the perfect time to kick off golf season. Visit https://huronhillsgolf.com/ for course details and to book your tee time. Updates on Leslie Park Golf Course will be shared soon—stay tuned!

Dog Park Updates: Olson and Broadway
Two Ann Arbor dog parks will continue to see temporary closures as improvement work continues.

Olson Dog Park will be closed for a short period beginning the week of April 6 while crews complete restoration work inside the park. Improvements include removing sections of gravel and replacing them with soil, grass seed and clover to create a greener, more comfortable surface for dogs and their owners. The park is expected to be closed for two to three days, approximately April 6-8.

Broadway Dog Park remains closed. Contractors are wrapping up system testing followed by restoration work. The park is anticipated to remain closed through next week.

We appreciate your patience as these improvements are completed to enhance the dog park experience.

2026 Summer Camps: Registration opens Wednesday, April 8
Get ready for a summer of splashing, paddling, exploring and nonstop outdoor fun. Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation camps are back, offering unforgettable experiences for kids ages 5–14. Registration opens Wednesday, April 8, at 8 a.m., and spots fill quickly. Camps run Monday through Friday with full-day schedules throughout the summer. To learn more about each camp including themed weeks visit www.a2gov.org/camps

River Camps (Ages 8-14): At Gallup and Argo parks, campers take on the Huron River through kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, tubing and fishing. Gallup River Camp (ages 8–11) introduces river adventures, while Argo River Camp (ages 12–14) offers more advanced exploration.

Buhr Park Day Camp (Ages 5-12): Each week brings new themes, hands-on activities, group games and daily swimming. Campers build friendships and confidence while enjoying a structured, supportive environment.

Fuller Park Day Camp (Ages 5-12): A fully outdoor experience packed with pool time, water activities, games and crafts. Campers also receive basic swim instruction and enjoy fresh weekly themes.

Huron Hills Junior Golf Camps: Camps begin mid-June for juniors ages 8-15 years old. Golfers of all abilities will have fun learning the game of golf, including the fundamentals and sportsmanship. Two hours daily, Monday-Thursday, for two weeks. Camp fee: $190. Register here beginning April 8..

Create a new CivicRec account (https://secure.rec1.com/MI/city-of-ann-arbor/catalog) OR log into your existing account now to check that your personal information is correct and that you have a payment method loaded to make registration more efficient. Call Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation Customer Service for assistance updating your account 734.794.6230 ext. 0.

Register Wednesday, April 8 to secure your spot!

Work outdoors and have fun this summer Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation is looking for day camp counselors at Buhr Park, Fuller Park and Argo Park Livery. Spend your summer outdoors leading activities, working with kids and helping create a fun camp experience. Apply here.

Sign up here for the following programs in April! Questions? Email epotter@a2gov.org Outside Story Time Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 Join us for stories, crafts and outdoor play Spring Story Time takes place Tuesday, April 7 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Allmendinger Park. Join us for a spring-themed story time all about turtles, followed by a hands-on craft where children can make their own turtle to take home. After the activity, there will be time for free play. Please dress for the weather and bring sturdy shoes, water and snacks. This program is designed for children ages 0-5 and a caregiver. In the event of rain, we will meet inside the Allmendinger Park shelter. We will meet at the Allmendinger Park playground, 655 Pauline Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. For questions, email epotter@a2gov.org. Preregistration is encouraged here. Toddler Move and Grove, Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. for children ages 0-5 Kid Move and Groove takes place Wednesday, April 8, 10:3011:30 a.m. at Allmendinger Park. Join us for a fun, active morning of movement and music as we get our bodies moving and enjoy time together in the park. The program includes 15-20 minutes of guided movement followed by free play. Please dress for the weather and bring sturdy shoes, water and snacks. This program is designed for children ages 0–5 and a caregiver. In the event of rain, we will meet inside the Allmendinger Park shelter. We will meet at the Allmendinger Park playground, 655 Pauline Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. For questions, email epotter@a2gov.org. Preregistration is encouraged here. K-5 classes: Nature Crafts, Mondays 4:30-5:30 p.m. for students K-5 with an adult April 6: Cloud Identification at Allmendinger Park. Join us as we explore how to identify different types of clouds and learn about the weather. Activities include a group craft, a guided walk and fun games. This program takes place entirely outdoors, so please come prepared with appropriate clothing and gear. The program will be canceled in the event of rain or poor air quality. Preregistration is required. Space is limited. This program is free of charge. Meet at the Allmendinger Park playground at 655 Pauline Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Questions? email epotter@a2gov.org April adult events: Adult Art and Nature, Thursday, April 23, 5-7 p.m. Get to know local ducks, swans and geese by creating their portrait with Pan Pastels. We'll also look for waterfowl migrating through the area. No experience needed, all materials provided. Meet at the Gallup Park Meeting Room at 3000 Fuller Road. Questions? email epotter@a2gov.org Women's Signs of Spring Walk, Tuesday, April 28, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Furstenberg Nature Area. Let's learn which frogs live in our parks and try to identify them by their calls. One mile hike on a dirt trail. Dress for the weather with sturdy shoes. Meet at the Furstenberg Nature Area parking lot at 2626 Fuller Road. Questions? email epotter@a2gov.org Nature Nerds Book Club. Thursday April 30, 5:30-6:30 p.m. April is National Poetry month, to celebrate pick your favorite poem from Aimee Nezhukumatathil's World of Wonders or bring a favorite nature poem to share. We will be meeting at the Natural Area Preservation Office at 3875 E Huron River Drive. We will sit outside weather permitting. Questions? Email epotter@a2gov.org

Upcoming Liberty Plaza improvements project
Accessibility and placemaking improvements are being made at Liberty Plaza as a partnership between the City of Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation Services Unit and the Downtown Development Authority (DDA). Phase One, completed in 2025, included the installation of murals throughout the plaza walls. Phase Two focuses on overall site and accessibility improvements. Work to be done includes replacement of site furnishings and handrails as well as new perennial landscaping throughout. Due to work taking place, Liberty Plaza will be closed starting at the beginning of April and will reopen the first week of June, in time for Sonic Lunch on Thursday, June 4. More information on this project can be found online.

• TOMORROW: Saturday, April 4, 8 a.m.-noon, Hop, Skip, Spring! Volunteer at Veterans Memorial Ice Arena – Volunteers will dress as woodland animals and host simple activity stations around the arena for families participating in Hop, Skip, Spring! or help support the event by assisting with setup, crafts, participant flow and other event needs throughout the morning. Register here.

• Wednesday, April 8, 2-4 p.m.Join us for a Love a Park Workday at the Ann Arbor Senior Center. Volunteers will assist with getting the Senior Center ready for spring planting by cleaning out leaves, sticks and other debris from garden beds. Register here.

• Thursday, April 9, 10 a.m.-noon. Join us for Love a Park Volunteer Workday as part of our Park Spotlight week at Allmendinger Park. Give back to your local park while being part of a week-long celebration of family-friendly activities and community connection. We’ll tackle a variety of projects to help care for this popular and well-loved community space. Register here.

• Saturday, April 11, 1-4 p.m. Help restore Mary Beth Doyle Park's natural areas by cutting invasive shrubs with hand saws and loppers! Create space for native plants to thrive and support a healthier ecosystem in one of Ann Arbor’s most beloved nature areas. Register here. 

• Saturday, April 11, 2-4 p.m. Join the neighbors of Buhr Park and the Ann Arbor Parks Volunteer Program for an Adopt-A-Park workday to help preserve and maintain this beautiful park. Volunteers will cut invasive brush along the park boundaries. Register here.

• Sunday, April 12, noon-2 p.m. Join UM Tau Beta Pi and the Ann Arbor Parks Volunteer Program for an Adopt-A-Park workday at Gallup Park. We'll be working to clean up leaves and debris at the Universal Access Playground. Register here.

• Thursday, April 16, 10 a.m.-noon. Join us for Love a Park Volunteer Workday as part of our Park Spotlight week at Foxfire North Park. Give back to your local park while being part of a week-long celebration of family-friendly activities and community connection. We’ll tackle a variety of projects to help care for this popular and well-loved community space. Register here.

• Sunday, April 19, Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival Volunteer at Leslie Science & Nature Center: Join us to support the annual Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival. Volunteers play a key role in making this event a success, including helping visitors find their way, supporting hands-on activities like paper-making and promoting zero-waste practices. Explore and register for all shifts and volunteer roles here. 
  
  Find all upcoming volunteer opportunities here.

Eat local and celebrate spring at the farmers market On Saturday, April 4 the Ann Arbor Farmers Market will be open 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at 315 Detroit St. to bring you all the local goods you need. Just a note: summer hours (7 a.m.-3 p.m.) will begin at the start of May and Wednesday market will return on May 6. We will have plentiful produce, artisan goods, jams and honey, protein options, warm drinks, decorative plants and flowers, prepared food from Samosa House and Rite Spice plus a Bunny visit from noon-2 p.m. In-season, locally grown produce that you can find at the market this time of year includes the following: mushrooms, lettuce, apples, kale, chard, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, onions, garlic, beets, winter squash, salad greens and more. Asparagus is on its way slowly but surely!  Vendors accept cash, and tokens for credit/debit card, mobile payment and SNAP/EBT are available at the construction trailer in the parking lot. Service animals only. Accessible restrooms are available. More information at our website.

We’re hiring at the golf courses
Join the City of Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation team and work outdoors at our award-winning golf courses. A variety of part-time seasonal positions are available, including turf specialists, equipment operators, golf instructors, rangers and facility staff. Positions include: Turf Specialist, Equipment Operators I and II, Golf Course Maintenance Worker and Golf Instructors I and II. Pay ranges from $16.52-$19.15 per hour. Enjoy fresh air, flexible schedules and being part of a great team this season. Apply here.

Get ready to paws and play Join us for a tail-wagging good time at the pop-up dog park at Veterans Memorial Park (Ballfield #4). Free, Friday, April 10, 4-6 p.m. We’ve got plenty to get your pup’s tail wagging — pup cups from Washtenaw Dairy, a dog bandana decorating station, tennis balls galore and a few paws-itively fun surprises still up our sleeve. Bring your furry best friend and come sniff out the fun! To learn more about the dog parks in Ann Arbor go online. In response to growing demand for a dog park on the City’s west side, Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation has been piloting a pop-up dog park at Veterans Memorial Park (Field #4) and gathering feedback from residents and park users. We invite you to share your experience by completing the Spring 2026 Community Survey here. Your input will help us understand what’s working well and where improvements can be made. The survey takes approximately 5-7 minutes and will remain open through April 30.

Ann Arbor Senior Center spring activities
Beginner Birding Series
First Mondays, April 6-Oct. 5, 9-10 a.m. Join parks staff as we explore different parks and learn about the birds that live within them. We will focus on topics such as migration, bird songs, nesting behavior, and more! Binoculars are provided. This series will have a mix of dirt and paved trails, and we will go on a slow stroll for about a mile. Bring adequate shoes/clothes, a water bottle, and anything else you may need for a hike! Walk dates and locations include: April 6: Island Park; May 4: Barton Nature Area; June 1: Forest Nature Area; July 6: Mary Beth Doyle Park; Aug. 3: Eberwhite Woods; Aug. 31: Ruthven Nature Area; Oct. 5: Gallup Park. Preregistration required for each walk. Click walk dates to register or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge. 

Tech Workshop: Cybersecurity for older adults
Thursdays starting April 9, 9-10 a.m. (Two sessions will be available; participants are only allowed to sign up for one):

• Session I: April 9, 16, 23 and 30
• Session II: May 7, 14, 21 and 28

Protect your devices and personal information! Learn online safety tips and bring your devices to set up essential cybersecurity protections to help stay safe online. This workshop consists of 4 classes, 1-hour per class over the course of 4-weeks. Hosted by AsKevin and James Giordani, MSW with a focus on enhancing the quality of life and independence of seniors through technology. This program was made possible through grant funding provided by the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare. Open to ages 55+. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click session links above to register or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Tech Talks:  Essential computer skills for older adults
Thursday, April 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Notice how it's gotten trickier to use your computer these last few years? Come learn how tech companies are making things difficult and a few tricks to make using your computer more straightforward. Hosted by AsKevin and James Giordani, MSW with a focus on enhancing the quality of life and independence of seniors through technology. This program is made possible through grant funding provided by the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare. Open to ages 55+. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Michigan’s own: The hidden history of Gerald Ford
Tuesday, April 14, 2-3:30 p.m. Join the Gerald Ford Presidential Library for an intimate look at the life of Michigan’s only president, from his days as a University of Michigan football star to his unexpected rise to the White House. We will uncover surprising facts about his journey and explore the "hidden history" of a man who led the nation through a period of profound change. You will also get a sneak peek at upcoming public programs and the new "America at 250" exhibit at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Kemp House noon lecture series April 8: Teacher and author Susan Nenadic presents Crime and Punishment: Michigan’s Criminal Past. Not only was it the first state to ban the death penalty, Michigan gained fame for its enlightened treatment of young people, first time offenders, and women.  Michigan considered punishment vs reform and chose the latter. April 15: Margaret Leary, Librarian Emerita of the University of Michigan Law School and community volunteer, talks about about William W. Cook, who provided money and architects for the Martha Cook Building and the entire Cook Law Quadrangle. He and Harry Hutchins showed that the University could not be the equal of private schools like Columbia, Yale and Harvard without large financial support from U of M's vast alumni body.  April 22: John Hilton, the long-time editor of the Ann Arbor Observer, has recently retired and he's coming to the Kempf House to talk about his work there. Kempf House Museum is located at 312 S. Division St, 734.994.4898. Parking available in the Library Lot and underground structure a half-block south of the museum. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. Questions? Email  kempfhousemuseum@gmail.com

Cobblestone Farm Association’s Spring Fling Join us for an afternoon at Cobblestone Farm Sunday, April 19, noon-4 p.m. It's a family friendly event that highlights the 19th century farmhouse and grounds as we prepare for spring cleaning and have fun at the same time. Take a tour of the museum with demonstrations throughout the farmhouse and grounds including cooking on the wood stove, loom weaving, fiber spinning, gardening, and farm maintenance. Activities include historic outdoor games and helpful chores as well as traditional Irish music. Also enjoy a tour of the log cabin. Bring lunch and enjoy an outdoor picnic.  We hope to see you at the farmhouse - rain or shine!