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FOOTBALL WEEKENDS AT THE
University of Michigan are known for
being the scene of larger-than-life school
spirit and pride, as the campus erupts
in a sea of maize and blue. The stadium
is affectionately known as the Big
House, and attendance at games is off
the charts.

But this level of pride is not restricted
to just the university. After only a
few days in Ann Arbor, it’s evident
that this college town is comprised of
people and businesses who are excited
to be contributing their energy to the
community. With a dynamic arts and
music scene, diverse and delicious
cuisine, a scenic downtown for strolling,
and shops and bookstores aplenty, it’s no
surprise this town frequently finds itself
on lists of the best places to live.

DAY ONE
The Michigan Flyer, an affordable
transportation option to get from the
Detroit Airport to downtown Ann
Arbor, drops riders off at the Blake
Transit Center. The transit center’s
central location also makes it an easy
reference point for visitors like me to
navigate the town.

Given that it was not a football
weekend, accommodation options
were more plentiful, and I chose Burnt
Toast Inn, a bed-and-breakfast in a
large house, because of its proximity to
FAIRY DOORS downtown and its homey feel. A friendly
black lab named Gus greeted me and
AND BOOKSTORES my backpack full of snacks, while Sarah,
the owner, pointed out her extensive
written by shelley goldstein | photography by shelley rose photography collection of copper Bundt cake molds
on the walls of the spacious kitchen.

As I strolled the five minutes to
downtown to meet up with my friend
Stella, I heard guitar licks emanating

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