Name: Ypsilanti Thrift Shop
Address: 14 S. Washington St., Ypsilanti, MI, 48197

The Ypsilanti Thrift Shop has served the Ypsilanti area community since 1942. This all-volunteer run thrift shop donates profits to local charities. Providing affordable, gently used clothing and household items and creating a fun, pleasant shopping atmosphere for customers.

Ypsilanti Thrift Shop

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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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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

Red Rock Barbecue is a downtown Ypsilanti staple, a local destination for authentic, wood-smoked barbecue, craft drinks, and good company. Founded on a passion for slow-smoked meats, scratch-made sides, and genuine hospitality.

Red Rock Barbecue

Tap Room offers great burgers and sandwiches plus a full bar. Downtown nightspot featuring live music, drink specials, and full menu. Hosting live music, plus pool tables, shuffleboard, and a warm an inviting atmosphere.

The Tap Room

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

Salt City Antiques is a two story antique shop in the heart of downtown Ypsilanti. Salt City Antiques specializes in mid-century modern furniture, decor and household items. They also carry a selection of vintages clothing and accesories. Browse a large selection of books, wall decor, and plenty more to make the most of your shopping experience.

Salt City Antiques

Puffer Reds is the premiere sneaker and apparel boutique. The store is a one-stop shopping center for the fashion conscious consumer who desires style and quality brands from the leading fashion aficionados.

Puffer Reds

A casual dining restaurant in downtown Ypsilanti, specializing in authentic Guatemalan cuisine including house-made tortillas. Daily specials offered.

Encuentro Latino Restaurant

The Rocket is a fun novelty shop located in downtown Ypsilanti. The store offers a large selection of wrapped and unwrapped bulk candy, novelty, nostalgic, and traditional wrapped candies, and a selection of chocolates like jumbo peanut butter cups, chocolate covered cherries, turtles, jumbo chocolate malt balls, chocolate covered bridge mix, and chocolate covered pretzels. A small selection of sugar free candy is also available.

The Rocket

Stacked floor to ceiling with small, rectangle boxes, ModelCave offers 6,500 model kits including cars, ships, airplanes, spacecraft and more. The store stocks science fiction models, such as Star Trek, or Marvel models like Spider-Man. Zorro models, alien models and a pumping model of the human heart all share space on the shelves.

ModelCave Hobby Shop

This eclectic art space offers the unusual through its varied art exhibitions, puppet shows, comedy from the troupe Vegan Meat Locker, and live music. Please visit the website for current schedule of performances.

Dreamland Theater

A fried chicken shop built on quality ingredients and made-from-scratch menu offerings. Small, low-key counter serve specializing in chicken or marinated tofu, with globally inspired flavors.

Ma Lou's Fried Chicken

Brewpub serving up award-winning brews and a variety of beers on-tap in addition to American sandwiches, salads, and appetizers. Featuring live music. Find seating indoors or at the outdoor beer garden.

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