Ron Jeffries is responsible for Northern United Brewing Company’s Jolly Pumpkin line of beers brewed in Dexter, MI. He also collaborates with the North Peak family. As brewmaster, Ron’s goal is worldwide recognition as a brewer and creator of beers of outstanding art and grace, a philosopher of things beery, and an outspoken advocate of the slower, finer life.

Every step of the brewing process at Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales is carefully considered to bring about the most complex and refined beers imaginable. As a result of this dedication, most of their beers will continue to mature and mellow for quite some time when cellared at home.

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales + Kitchen

The Dexter A&W is an old fashion drive-in serving classic A&W All American Favorites, including rootbeer that's made fresh daily right in-store. Open seasonally from March 1st through mid December with limited spring and fall hours. Full carhop service whether you're in your car or enjoying their patio seating! Call ahead for carry out orders that are ready when you arrive.

A&W All American Food

Acquired by Scio Township in 2012, Sloan Preserve boasts 50 acres of wetland, upland forest, and grassland ecosystems. The winding 1.5 mile trail system brings visitors from the parking lot down to serene frontage along Mill Creek, making Sloan Preserve a popular fly fishing destination.

- Parking
- Kiosk
- Pet Waste Bin
- Marked Trails
- Bench
- Mill Creek

Sloan Preserve

For such a compact area one mile southwest of the Village of Dexter, the site contains a wide variety of high-quality habitats. The trail system winds through dry oak-hickory forest, wet areas of swamp white oak, and past several small wetlands.

- Acres: 29
- Trail Length: 0.9 miles (Natural, unpaved)

Miller-Smith Preserve

Southeast Michigan's premier professional musical theatre company. A non-profit gem in the heart of historic Dexter, The Encore showcases Broadway stars and top local talent, bringing the best in musical theatre and diverse concert offerings to the area. The intimate atmosphere allows theatre-goers to be uniquely immersed in every theatrical experience.

Encore Musical Theatre Company

​Located in the Village of Dexter, Michigan the Dexter Area Historical Museum serves as western Washtenaw County's link with history. The museum is housed in the former St. Andrew's United Church of Christ built in 1883. In addition to numerous artifacts, the museum contains a large display area, a genealogical library, a local history library and the Corner Gift Shop. The museum is open May - November on Friday and Saturday afternoons.

Dexter Area Historical Museum

Aubree's Dexter is located in the heart of downtown Dexter serving up specialty pizzas and American fare. In warm weather, patio dining is available on Main Street.

Aubree's - Dexter

Family-owned seasonal Dairy Queen featuring signature shakes/malts, blizzards, smoothies, and more!

Dairy Queen

Welcome to The Beer Grotto, proudly serving the heart of downtown Dexter since 2013. They’re more than just a bar; they’re a community gathering spot where good people come together to enjoy great food and drinks.

With 48 rotating beers on draft, they offer something for every palate—from hoppy IPAs to rich stouts and everything in between.

Their kitchen crafts artisan burgers, sandwiches, and salads designed to pair perfectly with your favorite drink.

Not into beer? No problem! Explore the specialty cocktail menu or sip on a glass from the curated wine selection.

The Beer Grotto Dexter

The Dexter Bakery is an independently-owned small-town bakery. Established in 1915, the Dexter Bakery is located in the heart of downtown Dexter. Enjoy delicious donuts, danishes, muffins, bagels, cookies, breads, cakes and much more!

Dexter Bakery

Monument Park is the City's .3-acre town center, where community celebrations such as Dexter Daze, Apple Daze, and the Paint Dexter Plein Air Festival are held. It has a gazebo for concerts and other cultural events, providing a community gathering place in the downtown district. In the winter, there is also an outdoor ice rink located within the park.

The park is dedicated to the memory of all of Dexter's fallen military personnel.

Monument Park

Chela's provides authentic Mexican street-food at cheap prices. Tacos, tortas, quesadillas, desserts and more! Stop by for daily, delicious specials you'll love.

Chela's - Dexter

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.

Michigan Athletics Women in Sports: Elevate HER Summit  

-Varsity Football Stadium
-Varsity Pool
-Varsity Gymnasium, 
-Baseball & Softball Fields, 
-4-Leaf Baseball/Softball Fields, 
-Turf Youth Baseball/Softball, 
-16 Outdoor Tennis Courts, 
-Theater, 
-Concessions & Cafeteria

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Air Conditioning

Bleachers

Chairs

Cleaning Station

Concessions

Field Goal Posts

Futsal Goals

Gymnastics Equipment

Hand Sanitizing Station

Heat

Lacrosse Nets

Lighting

Locker Room

Parking

Pitching Machine

Restrooms

Retractable Hoops Nets

Rugby Posts

Scoreboard

Soccer Goals

Speakers

Tables

Tumbling Mats

Volleyball Nets

Wheelchair Accessible

Wifi

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