Retired in Ann Arbor

“If your idea of retirement is sitting in a rocking chair and watching the time go by, don't come to Ann Arbor. This lively college town has so many concerts, art fairs, lectures, sporting events, courses, museums, and other attractions—many of them free—that it practically knocks on your door and begs you to come out. Seniors even get free bus service and discounted taxi rides.” U.S. News

Saturday, May 13, 2017

Retired in Ann Arbor: On the Road!

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Greetings all fans of Ann Arbor! After several years, and 166 posts, I have decided to give this blog a sabbatical. We have sold our ...
Monday, April 3, 2017

The Session Room

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Cheers to you! Alert!  There's a new awesome place to hang out in Ann Arbor:   The Session Room .  I have been driving past an old ...
Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Autumn Walk in Matthaei Botanical Gardens

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Beautiful photo by Zohair Mohsen Look who we spotted doing a little fishing in the pond across from the visitor center ...
Friday, October 7, 2016

The Produce Station

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 Usually this time of year, I shy away from places selling plants, because they start looking so sad.   The Produce Station , however, s...
Friday, September 9, 2016

Ann Arbor District Library: Westgate branch

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I love libraries!  For many years, I have been driving to the Pittsfield or Traverwood branch of the Ann Arbor District library, because ...
Sunday, February 14, 2016

Retired in Ann Arbor: The Villa of Mysteries at Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

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Time to revisit our most popular blog post! A short distance outside the walls of the ancient city of Pompeii, sat a beautiful villa, sur...
Sunday, February 7, 2016

Winter walk in Nichols Arboretum

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Yes, there is beauty to be found in a winter landscape  Sometimes it's not appealing to walk in the winter, but after reading ano...
Thursday, January 7, 2016

Retired in Ann Arbor: Winter favorite things--

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Nothing is better than a good fire in the fireplace, especially lighting it in the afternoon on those cold and gloomy days--  Comfort...
Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Holiday Amaryllis bulbs at Downtown Home and Garden

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It's time to start your holiday bulbs!  Every year I plan to have blooming amaryllis in my holiday centerpiece, but don't think ...
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wendymead@mac.com
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
After enjoying a successful career in software, I retired to one of the most highly rated communities in the country: Ann Arbor, Michigan. I love traveling with my husband, cooking, and going to all the activities and attractions around Ann Arbor, so I decided to share my experiences. RetiredinAnnArbor.com is designed for anyone interested in doing, eating, shopping and living in Ann Arbor. wendymead@mac.com 734-649-9060
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