Name: STEAM Discovery Lab
Start: 2026-10-12
End: 2026-10-12

We Rock the Spectrum – Ann Arbor was founded to provide a place for children of all ability levels to play and grow together. As the only kid’s gym that offers an inclusive philosophy, they have found all children can benefit from their uniquely designed sensory equipment that is specifically designed to aid children with sensory processing disorders.

All children are able to benefit greatly from this equipment and by allowing children of all ability levels to play together they are able to learn a great deal from each other and become the best motivation for success on every level.

We Rock the Spectrum

Located on South State Street, Black Rock Bar & Grill offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience that blends culinary innovation with interactive fun. This award-winning steakhouse is known for its signature STEAK ON A STONE™ concept, where guests cook their own cuts of meat on a 755-degree volcanic sizzling rock, ensuring every bite is hot, juicy, and cooked to personal perfection.

Beyond the sizzling steaks, the menu features a diverse array of appetizers, fresh salads, handcrafted burgers, and unique entrées, making it a versatile spot for families, date nights, or group gatherings.

With a lively atmosphere and attentive service, Black Rock Bar & Grill is a standout destination for those seeking more than just a meal!

Black Rock Bar & Grill

Mothfire Brewing Co. is a brewery which has a focus on quality and taste. They employ a very minimal, five barrel brewing system that is hand-stirred, hand-bottled, and hand-distributed. They value wood aging, aging with fruit, blending, and the use of multiple yeast strains.

Mothfire is committed to creating a cultural bonfire through modern craft beer, music, and art to bring us all together.

Mothfire Brewing Co.

Restaurant located inside of Kenginston Hotel. Featuring historical classics blended with the freshest ingredients. Dishes inspired from many different cuisines, while still creating delicious, approachable takes on American classics that comfort diners as they surprise them. Bar offering wide selection of hand-crafted cocktails, craft beers and wine.

FRIDAY FISH FRY

- $10 for 2 pieces
- $15 for 3 pieces
- Alaskan White Fish, Fries, Cole Slaw and Tartar Sauce.

Dine In or Take Out. Beginning at 4:30 pm until we run out. Every Friday.

Rel·ish

Maker Works is an 11,000 sq. ft. member-based studio featuring 4 studio areas: metal, circuits, wood and craft. Day memberships are available. Every June- August, Maker Works will host 3 resident artists from the Southeast Michigan area who will present their work to the public during evening lectures.

Maker Works

Zingerman's Community of Businesses is a collection of 11 Zingerman's businesses, each with its own food specialty, all located in the Ann Arbor area. Zingerman’s businesses are an Ann Arbor institution, the source of great food and great experiences for thousands of visitors every year.

Zingerman's Community of Businesses

Extensive menu of authentic Korean and Japanese foods. plus full sushi bar. Korean barbecue and hot pot dishes cooked at the table. Full bar with Korean and Japanese liquors, beers, wines, and sakes.

Seoul Garden

Zingerman's Bakehouse is an energetic group of dedicated bakers and food lovers committed to making and selling the best-tasting, traditionally made breads and pastries that they can imagine. They are real artisan bakers, which means that they use traditional methods and flavorful ingredients to make their bread and sweet stuff. The Bakehouse is a wholesale bakery for specialty food stores, cafes and restaurants in southeastern Michigan; a retail shop; and a baking school for home bakers. In the retail store, you can buy all of the baked goods, sandwiches and soups. You can also buy fresh candy bars made on-site by Zingerman's Candy Manufactory. Learn how to make their breads and pastries at BAKE!, Zingerman's facility for hands-on baking classes.

Zingerman's Bakehouse

Sanilac specializes in making cheeses, gelato, and sorbets from cow's and goat's milks. Everything is made in small batches with the best local milk from small farmers.

Sanilac Creamery

The Ann Arbor Airport. A municipal facility handling business, charter, and private flights. Taxi, limousine, and rental car services are available

Ann Arbor Airport

Georgetown Country Club has amenities for the whole family. Among their facilities are an 8 lane swimming pool with diving boards, 9 hole golf course, 9 hole FootGolf course, 4 tennis courts, and volleyball courts.

Their clubhouse, pool, golf and FootGolf courses are open for rentals to host any event.

Georgetown Country Club

Specialties include a unique variety of pizzas, pastas and salads. All pizzas baked in hearth oven. Beer, liquor, and wine also available.

California Pizza Kitchen

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.

Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, a [foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "foodie's paradise"), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/ "walkable downtown") bursting with [world-class arts and culture](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/ "world-class arts and culture"). Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant network of [communities across Washtenaw County](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/ "communities across Washtenaw County"). With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

Ann Arbor Sports Commission

Explore something new every time! STEAM Lab features a fresh monthly theme with a unique hands-on project at every session. Students experiment with science, technology, engineering, art, and math as they build, create, test ideas, and solve challenges. Since each session stands on its own, kids can drop in for one project, join throughout the month, or keep coming back to discover what’s next!  
  
STEAM Discovery Lab - Recommended Grades K-2nd  
STEAM Challenge Lab - Recommended Grades 3rd-5th

STEAM Discovery Lab

Flat Water is a Big Bear Tournaments ice hockey tournament in Ann Arbor, Michigan, running October 2–4, 2026. Sanctioned by USA Hockey, the event welcomes 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U and 18U teams at B, A and AA levels. Each team is guaranteed four games, with the final game serving as a championship or consolation contest, and game periods vary by age division.

Big Bear Tournaments Flat Water - Ann Arbor, MI

Our Mission: To host youth hockey tournaments throughout North America that provide competitive divisions to teams of all skill levels and create the best tournament experience at an exceptional value.

Big Bear Tournaments

The 9th Annual 5K Domestic Violence Awareness Run/Walk is an in-person community event at Frog Island Park in Ypsilanti, Michigan, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Participants can run or walk alongside friends and family while raising awareness and showing support for people affected by domestic violence. This approximately three-and-a-half-hour event offers a meaningful way for the community to come together in support of survivors.&#x20;

9th Annual 5K Domestic Violence Awareness Run/Walk

E-Race the Stigma with the Trinity Health Probility Ann Arbor Marathon! Supporting local mental health charities, participants run through the vibrant streets of downtown Ann Arbor, then wind their way through the panoramic University of Michigan campus. The marathon, half-marathon, and 10K courses also encompass stretches along the Huron River and Gallup Park and through Nichols Arboretum before returning to campus and downtown.

Probility Ann Arbor Marathon

The 2026 Women in Sports: ElevateHER Summit, presented by Michigan Athletics, brings together student-athletes, alumni, community members, coaches and attendees for an evening focused on opportunity, leadership and the future of women in sports. Held October 15 at Crisler Center, the event features networking with current and former student-athletes and coaches beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by a panel at 6 p.m. with Michigan alumnae and prominent sports-industry leaders including Andrea Joyce, Kate Johnson, Estee Portnoy, Casey E. Taylor and Li Li Leung. The summit offers storytelling, professional development, networking and mentorship.

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