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Today we are featuring Nancy Bishop’s Ann Arbor Listing – 3648 Delhi Overlook Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.

With a natural-beauty vista as far as the naked eye can see, this sun-kissed contemporary home sits on 10 acres at the western edge of Ann Arbor. Geometric angles, vaulted ceilings, and skylights set the tone for this modern abode.

The gorgeous, new kitchen features a Viking six-burner range, Motawi tiles, and top-notch finishes.

An expansive master suite is a perfect retreat and the large library provides productive space for two.

For more information about 3648 Delhi Overlook Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Nancy Bishop at (734) 761-3040 or nancy@nancybishop.com.




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Special Days Camps provide safe and memorable camping opportunities in a medically supervised environment since 1978.  Children who have battled cancer, their siblings and their families are invited to attend this unique camp experience.  Special Days Camps give campers opportunities to challenge themselves and develop life skills through programs and activities intentionally designed to promote self-esteem, confidence, friendships, teamwork and leadership.

The cost to attend Special Days Camps is nearly $800 per camper; however, the requested fee is $75 per camper.   To help offset camp costs, Special Days Camps received generous donations from community members and area businesses like the Charles Reinhart Company.

Special Days Camps also organizes events throughout the year to raise money to send kids to camp.  Monte Carlo Casino Night is Friday, April 27 from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at Barton Hills Country Club.   The night includes casino games with VIP dealers, entertainment, dancing, appetizers and cocktails.

For more information about Monte Carlo Casino Night or Special Days Camps, please contact Jim Carey, Reinhart agent and Executive Director of Special Days Camps.  Jim can be reached at (734) 717-5591 or jcarey@provide.net.




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Founded in 1976, the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living was the nation’s fourth Center for Independent Living.  As a local not-for-profit, the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living is a community enrichment, learning and advocacy center focusing on improving the lives of individuals with disabilities throughout southeast Michigan.

On March 11, 2012 the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living was devastated to discover their trailer containing over $30,000 in vital sports and recreation equipment had been stolen.

The Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living is participating in the Big House Big Heart race on Sunday, April 15 in an effort to raise funds to replace the stolen equipment.  NuStep, the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of recumbent cross trainers, announced that they are matching online donations up to $5,000.

The Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living invites the community to join them at the Big House Big Heart.   Participants will receive a NuStep/AACIL t-shirt and have an opportunity to meet a few celebrities from the hit TV series The Biggest Loser, who have joined their team.

For more information or to make a donation, please visit their website.




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Susan Snyder, Associate Broker with The Snyder Group in our Ann Arbor South Office, was diagnosed with colon cancer in March of 2003.  Since battling and beating cancer, Susan has made it her mission to educate others by sharing her story and encouraging others to get screened before it is too late.

Karen Lewis and Susan Snyder

After partnering with the American Cancer Society to plan the nation’s first fundraising run/walk to support the ongoing fight against colon cancer last year, Feet and Friends returns to Washtenaw County.   Runners and walkers alike are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Feet and Friends Fighting Colon Cancer on Saturday, April 21 at Hudson Mills Metropark in Dexter.  The event includes a competitive 8K run and 5K run/walk.

The Charles Reinhart Company is proud to be a sponsor of the 2nd Annual Feet and Friends Fighting Colon Cancer.   For more information, to register for the run/walk, or to make a donation, visit www.feetandfriends.org.




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We are thrilled to welcome Nancy McLeod to the Charles Reinhart Company.

Nancy has joined the Charles Reinhart Company with over 30 years of real estate experience.   Nancy has built a solid reputation working with both buyers and sellers in Washtenaw and Livingston counties.  A real local real estate expert, Nancy specializes in selling residential, vacant land, farms, income properties and land development properties.

Nancy McLeod is working out of the Ann Arbor South Office – 500 East Eisenhower Parkway – and can be reached at (734) 474-2238 or nmcleod@reinhartrealtors.com.




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Each week, for 12 weeks, we will feature one of our top 12 reasons to live in Ann Arbor.

  1. Exceptional Public Schools
  2. Vibrant Local Culture
  3. Great Commuting Options
  4. Job Opportunities
  5. University of Michigan
  6. Location, Location, Location
  7. Eclectic Mix of Restaurants and Bars
  8. Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
  9. Healthy Community
  10. Fairs and Festivals
  11. Plenty of Parks

#12. Great Place to Raise a Family

Choosing a place to raise a family is an important decision. Many factors are considered to make such a significant decision.

Ann Arbor was recognized by Kiplinger.com as one of the “10 Great Cities for Raising Families.” According to Kiplinger.com, not only are good schools, safe neighborhood and parks to play in all important factors, but parents need to consider a location with a good economy with job opportunities. To those who live here, it isn’t a surprise that Ann Arbor made their list.

Great Schools
The Ann Arbor Public School District has a tradition of excellence, consistently ranked as one of the best in the country.

Healthy Community
Named one of the healthiest cities in the United States to live and retire by AARP Magazine, Ann Arbor has numerous options for exercise and physical activity as well as healthy restaurants and specialty grocery stores. In addition, Ann Arbor is home to the University of Michigan Health System, one of the top hospitals in the nation.

Plenty of Parks
With over 2,000 acres of beautiful parkland, there is no shortage of options for outdoor recreation in Ann Arbor. From ice skating, canoeing and fishing to playing disc golf, hiking or having a picnic, there are a variety of activities for families to enjoy.

Vibrant Local Culture
Ann Arbor has a rich tradition of culture, with a variety of places to enjoy music, dance, theater, and the arts. There are plenty of places for families to visit to spend time together, learn and broaden their horizons.

Job Opportunities
Ann Arbor was named one of the best cities for finding a job. According to a forecast conducted by University of Michigan economists, Washtenaw County is expected to add 11,038 jobs by 2014.

Click here to search for homes for sale in Ann Arbor




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According to the U.S. National Science Foundation, the University of Michigan, for the second straight year, ranked first among the nation’s public universities in research and development spending. The University of Michigan was behind only Johns Hopkins University on the list of all U.S. Universities and colleges.

The University of Michigan increased spending on research and development 18.3% between fiscal years 2009 and 2010, up from 14.9% the previous fiscal year.

This is the 12th time in past 26 years that the University of Michigan has ranked number one among public universities in spending on research and development.

According to Stephen Forrest, Vice President of Research, the University of Michigan’s “continuing success in expanding our research enterprise is a direct measure of the exceptional energy and creativity of our faculty,” said Stephen Forrest, vice president of research. This is central to our mission as a public university because the excellence of our scholarship not only deeply informs the educational process for our students, but it also fuels the spirit of inquiry, innovation, and entrepreneurship that drives both the regional and national economies.”




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Ann Arbor is known for providing, encouraging, and educating the community on convenient transportation options such as: walking, biking, riding the bus, carsharing and carpooling. In an effort to expand their commitment to regional transportation, the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) recently announced AirRide.

In a private-public partnership with Michigan Flyer, the AATA is offering a new public transit service, operating daily, between Ann Arbor and Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). Passengers can relax, surf the web or enjoy a book while riding to and from the airport. AirRide conveniently provides 12 daily trips between Ann Arbor and DTW.

Bus locations in Ann Arbor include Blake Transit Center (BTC), Kensington Court, and the University of Michigan’s Central Campus Transit Center (CCTC).

For more information visit MyAirRide.com.

How often do you think you will use the AirRide service each year?




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We are pleased to welcome Ariel Hurwitz-Greene to the Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors.

A graduate of the University of Michigan, Ariel was raised in Ann Arbor. After briefly living in Chicago, Ariel and her family have returned to Ann Arbor. An experienced real estate agent, Ariel enjoys helping both buyers and sellers.

In addition to selling real estate, Ariel loves to spend time with her husband and three-year-old son. A former dance teacher, Ariel is active in the schools, assisting in choreographing the musicals for Pioneer High School Theater Guild.

Ariel Hurwitz-Greene is working out of the Ann Arbor North Office – 2200 Green Road – and can be reached at ahurwitzgreene@reinhartrealtors.com or (734) 669-5827.




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One of Ann Arbor’s most desirable and expensive neighborhoods, Burns Park is composed of beautiful old homes set around the historic Burns Park and nearby Burns Park Elementary School. Burns Park features tennis courts, softball diamonds, a basketball court, a playground, picnic area, and a sledding hill for everyone to enjoy.

On the northeast side of Burns Park is Ives Woods, with one of the highest median household incomes in Ann Arbor. Driving down the blocks of tree-canopied streets that make up Burns Park and Ives Woods, tucked away within the city of Ann Arbor, is an experience like no other.

Within the exceptional Ann Arbor Public School District, students in Burns Park attend Burns Park Elementary School and Tappan Middle School. Homes north of Washtenaw Avenue attend Huron High School, while the rest of Burns Park attends Pioneer High School.

An Ann Arbor tradition since 1979, Burns Park Run is an annual 5K and 10K race organized by volunteers as a fundraiser for Burns Park Elementary School. The annual race draws beginners and world-class runners alike to run through the beautiful Burns Park neighborhood.

Several grocery and convenience stores are in close proximity to Burns Park including Stadium Market, Kroger, CVS, the Produce Station and Morgan & York. Burns Park is also near Caribou Coffee, Dairy Queen, and the University of Michigan. There are Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) bus stops, bike lanes and sidewalks to quickly and safely get you to downtown Ann Arbor.

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