Name: Parkridge Park
Address: 791 Harriet St, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197

Parkridge Park is an 8.1 acre neighborhood park located in the southwest corner of the city. It is adjacent to the Parkridge Community Center and the Perry Childhood Development Center (pre-school and kindergarten).

Parkridge contains a number of recreation facilities, including basketball and tennis courts, a baseball field, jogging and walking track, playground equipment, and a learning garden targeted at Perry students.

Parkridge Park

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The [Ann Arbor Sports Commission](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/ "Ann Arbor Sports Commission") works diligently to improve the quality of life through sports for all of Washtenaw County. The [Ann Arbor area](https://www.annarbor.org/ "Ann Arbor area") attracts both sports enthusiasts and participants alike. Thanks to its [easy accessibility](https://www.annarbor.org/plan/getting-here-getting-around/ "easy accessibility"), [wide range of facilities](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/facilities-venues/ "wide range of facilities") available and variety of [dining](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "dining") & [entertainment](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/ "entertainment") options, the Ann Arbor area is a favorite of sporting event organizations. The area has a rich sporting culture seeding in the history of two Division 1 athletic programs ([University of Michigan](https://www.annarbor.org/university-of-michigan/ "University of Michigan") and Eastern Michigan University) and several other small institutions. The Ann Arbor Sports was formed to attract amateur sporting events to the Ann Arbor region by assisting organizers every step of the way.

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Growing Hope, a nonprofit organization, fosters an equitable and sustainable local food system where all people are empowered to grow, sell, buy, prepare, and eat nourishing food. You'll find them working to educate, inspire, and empower the community — in schools, at their urban farm, at their farmers markets, and around southeast Michigan. Activities include developing and coordinating programs, teaching classes and workshops, developing curricula and training materials, and facilitating partnerships and collaboration. Growing Hope grows vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers on a 1.4-acre demonstration urban farm blocks from downtown Ypsilanti with a commitment to growing positive and healthy futures in Southeast Michigan communities. They also manage an incubator kitchen and run the Ypsilanti Farmers Markets all year round in the Robert C. Barnes Sr. MarketPlace Hall, providing opportunities and resources to local food entrepreneurs and farmers right in downtown Ypsilanti.

Growing Hope

Biggie's prides themselves in being some of the best soul food in the area! They feature soul food that'll remind you of home in the South and people rave about the ribs and the pulled pork sandwich. A Taste of Soul by Biggie's offer dine-in, takeout, and catering, so you can always get your homecooked fix!

A Taste of Soul by Biggie's

A NY-style wing joint with 14 signature sauces that’s also a sports bar with a full menu featuring salads, appetizers, burgers, and a variety of specialty items. A comfortable atmosphere where people like to hang out with friends, and watch the many big-screen TVs. A fun, edgy, and easygoing restaurant.

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar - Ypsilanti

This 139-acre park is located on the west end of Ford Lake and features a boardwalk and trail system that meanders through woods, wetlands and along the shores of Ford Lake.

Other features include an observation tower, islands and bridges along the trail, prime fishing, playground, two shelters, restrooms and plenty of picnic areas.

This park is staffed and gated during the park season.

North Bay Park

K&D Bistro is a Vietnamese restaurant that specializes in serving pho (Vietnamese beef noodle soup) and banh mi (Vietnamese Sub).

K & D Bistro

Caspian offers an amazing, authentic Mediterranean Persian cuisine. Make sure to check out their lunch buffet and specials on the week days! They offer catering for large and small events alike, with customizable options and a wide variety to choose from.

Caspian Mediterranean Grill

The Ypsilanti Farmers Market is a vibrant community space dedicated to building a just and equitable local food system in the heart of Ypsilanti.

Run by the non-profit [Growing Hope](http://www.growinghope.net/), the market's mission is to create an accessible and inclusive hub that celebrates the city’s diversity while empowering everyone to grow, buy, sell, and enjoy nourishing food. They proudly support local farmers, food producers, and artisans as essential pillars of our community’s well-being.

By fostering connections, advocating for food access, and embracing our diversity, we aim to cultivate a thriving community where everyone has a seat at the table. Together, they’re growing hope and harvesting a future rooted in equity, community, and a deep love for Ypsilanti.

**Seasonal Dates**: May through October

**Saturdays**: 9am - 1pm

**Location**: 16 S Washington St. Ypsilanti, MI 48017 (Black Lives Matter Blvd.)

Ypsilanti Farmer's Market

Nu Wave Fish & Chicken is known for its low prices, generous portions, and quality seafood and chicken. Nu Wave's main goal is customer satisfaction as its customers have the option of dining in, take out or catering.

Nu Wave Fish & Chicken

As a community resource, the Ypsilanti District Library's mission is to enrich life, stimulate intellectual curiosity, foster literacy, and encourage an informed citizenry.

Ypsilanti District Library - Main Branch

Recreation Park surrounds the Ypsilanti Senior Center and Rutherford Municipal Pool and features baseball fields, community gardens, basketball courts, paths and playground equipment.

Recreation Park

Overlooking Ford Lake and nestled among 135 acres of championship golf, this premier Ann Arbor, Michigan hotel offers a tranquil, park setting and resort-style amenities. Newly renovated in 2017, the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest Resort is perfect for both business and leisure travelers.The Marriott Hotel is located near the University of Michigan’s "Big House" football stadium and both the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University.

Travelers will also enjoy the area’s thriving restaurant scene, historic and cultural sites, museums and art attractions. A perfect place to unwind, offering 243 guest rooms and suites, an indulgent concierge lounge, state of the art fitness facility and an on-site golf course. More than 40,000 square feet of well-appointed and flexible meeting space provides an unmatched backdrop for special occasions, business meetings and conferences of all sizes.

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