Celebrate and welcome Storm Breaker Stables to Milan! Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4:45 pm sponsored by the Milan and Saline Area Chambers of Commerce. Followed by Open Barn Night, a special evening to meet our horses and animals and tour our facilities. Storm Breaker Stables mission is to provide accessible, high-quality education and hands-on experiences in horsemanship, animal care and outdoor adventures to individuals and families at no cost, especially to those who might not have the opportunity. Kids can enjoy the huge inflatable bounce house and obstacle course. They offer free beginner lessons and flexible, affordable ways for families to experience them.

A2 Fall Streets is an extension of the seasonal block closure that transforms the downtown area into a pedestrian-friendly zone every weekend, offering locals and visitors an array of entertainment, dining, shopping, and cultural experiences. Highlights of the event include: Live music performances from local talent, ranging from jazz and blues to indie and rock. Outdoor dining where local restaurants will extend seating onto the streets for an alfresco experience. Retail and arts programming with local vendors, art displays, and interactive street performances.

Live music lineup: Thursday is Outbound Packard on Main Street; Friday is The G-Hours String Quartet on Washington Street and Corn Daddy on Liberty by the A2 Art Center; Saturday is Four Roses Band on Main Street

Sunday from 10 to 11 a.m., Literati Bookstore will host a cozy Storytime session with staff reading children’s books out on the street — perfect for families with little ones!

The Bones & The Bees is Back for another vibrant celebration where talented artisans shine a spotlight on our beloved pollinators! Kick off spooky season with a variety of talented artists and makers showcasing their unique creations – everything from captivating paintings and handcrafted jewelry to pottery and delicious treats. In addition to their existing collections, each artisan has been asked to conjure up items featuring everyone’s favorite honey-makers—the honey bee—as well as other fascinating pollinators and creatures.

Michigan is among the leading states in honey production. City of Ypsi became the 12 city in the US over a decade ago to become a certified “Bee City USA”. As a Bee City, Ypsilanti is committed to addressing pollinator issues, providing opportunities for education about the importance of pollinators, and hosting habitat restoration activities. 

They grow more than 100 varieties of apples, many of which are heirloom varieties no longer available in grocery stores. Heirloom apples by definition are apples that have been passed down for generations. Alber Orchard & Cider Mill started in 1890. If you walk the property at Alber Orchard & Cider Mill, you’ll note we have some very big apple trees! These trees have been here over one hundred years, and they are what you call an heirloom apple tree.

Opening Weekend, they will have a “Food Truck Rally” with an assortment of local food trucks in the store parking lot on our opening weekend. You can grab a bite to eat and then grab some warm donuts and cider from the store. What a fun way to start our 2025 Fall season!