Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation

Critical work on Ann Arbor’s Barton-Bandemer Pedestrian Tunnel is expected to happen this week as part of the Border-to-Border Trail is closer to completion. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

There is a rich history at the West Park Bandshell in Ann Arbor. The deteriorating venue has been closed since 2021 and is likely to be demolished but the memories will remain. WEMU’s John Stockwell takes you on a historical journey of the Bandshell, with recollections of local and national performers that used the venue to entertain and create community.

Ann Arbor City Council approved of the acquisition of four conservation easements to add to the city’s Greenbelt Program. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

Replacing the Fuller Park Playground, a timber-structure built in 1989, was identified as a need in the City of Ann Arbor’s 2023-2027 Parks and Recreation Open Space Plan. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor talked with City of Ann Arbor Assistant Park Planner Laurie Tabachnick about the project.

Ann Arbor residents will have the opportunity to experience the city’s first splash pad at Bicentennial Park within the coming year. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

There is community concern following a number of sledding crashes at Veterans Park in Ann Arbor. Some of the injuries were serious. We hear from WEMU's Ana Longoria about the incidents being attributed to a ramp constructed at the base of the sledding hill.

Ann Arbor City Council approved a $700,000 contract with C.A. Hull Co. to repair and replace two bridges in the city’s parks. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Ann Arbor residents looking for help with clearing snow from their sidewalk or are eager to help their neighbors can connect with each other through the city’s Snow Match Program. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

Dog lovers on the west side of Ann Arbor will have a pop-up dog park close by they can take their furry companions starting this Friday at Veterans Memorial Park. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

The City of Ann Arbor’s Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting "Love a Park Days" in November. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.