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Each week, for 12 weeks, we will write about something fun to do in Chelsea, Michigan.  Located just 15 minutes west of Ann Arbor, Chelsea has a vibrant downtown, with a mix of retail, galleries and restaurants.

  1. See a Live Performance at the Purple Rose Theatre Company
  2. Visit the Chelsea Center for the Arts
  3. Spend a Day Playing at the Chelsea TreeHouse
  4. Take a Tour of the Chelsea Teddy Bear Company
  5. Dine at The Common Grill

#6. Tour the Jiffy Mix Factory

With roots in the flour milling business dating back to the early 1800s, the iconic Chelsea Milling Company is a family-operated manufacturer in Chelsea, Michigan. Mabel White Holmes, grandmother of the current President of Jiffy Mix, Howdy S. Holmes, developed and introduced to the market the first prepared baking mix product in 1930. Currently, Jiffy Mix offers 22 “Jiffy” mixes to consumers across the country and in some foreign countries.

Have you have wondered how Jiffy Mix makes their delicious, fast and easy mixes? Free tours are available to the public Monday through Friday. Advance registrations are required. For more information or to make a reservation to tour the Jiffy Mix factory, call (734) 475-1361.

Of their 22 different “Jiffy” mixes, which one is your favorite?




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Megan Crosbie

Each week, for 12 weeks, we will write about something fun to do in Chelsea, Michigan.  Located just 15 minutes west of Ann Arbor, Chelsea has a vibrant downtown, with a mix of retail, galleries and restaurants.

  1. See a Live Performance at the Purple Rose Theatre Company
  2. Visit the Chelsea Center for the Arts
  3. Spend a Day Playing at the Chelsea TreeHouse
  4. Take a Tour of the Chelsea Teddy Bear Company

#5. Dine at The Common Grill

Located in the heart of downtown Chelsea, The Common Grill is an upscale American Bistro founded by Craig Common over 20 years ago. The Common Grill presents fresh and delicious dishes and provides outstanding service, earning the restaurant critical praise and a devoted clientele.

Receiving accolades in Gourmet and Bon Appetit, The Common Grill was most recently named one of Detroit’s Top 10 Restaurants in the national-edition Zagat guide.

Do you have plans for Mother’s Day?  The Common Grill is the perfect place to celebrate any occasion!

What is your favorite item on the menu at The Common Grill?




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Megan Crosbie

Each week, for 12 weeks, we will write about something fun to do in Chelsea, Michigan.  Located just 15 minutes west of Ann Arbor, Chelsea has a vibrant downtown, with a mix of retail, galleries and restaurants.

  1. See a Live Performance at the Purple Rose Theatre Company
  2. Visit the Chelsea Center for the Arts
  3. Spend a Day Playing at the Chelsea TreeHouse

#4. Take a Tour of the Chelsea Teddy Bear Company

Do you want to learn about the history of the teddy bear or discover the process of making a teddy bear?   The Chelsea Teddy Bear Company, located in downtown Chelsea, Michigan, offers public factory tours on Saturdays at 11:00am, 1:00pm, and 3:00pm where you will see the teddy bear design areas, warehouse facility, dressing/assembling stations and the Toy Museum.

Founded in 2003, the Chelsea Teddy Bear Company is known for their personalized teddy bears sold to the military and over 2,800 college stores across the United States and Canada. Constructed with the highest quality materials and finest workmanship, every bear sold by the Chelsea Teddy Bear Company is made of soft, rich fabric that will bring joy and excitement for years.

> Visit their website for more information.




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Megan Crosbie




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Megan Crosbie

The Charles Reinhart Company has added a feature to our website to make it easier for you to plan your Sunday Open Houses. You are now able to search Sunday Open Houses and select which ones they would like to attend.  A Map with step-by-step directions to each Open House is then available to print.

How to Map Open Houses:
  1. Visit ReinhartRealtors.com and search Open Houses, then choose which open houses you would like to attend. Click on “Add to Tour” in the top right corner if you are interested in attending the Open House. By doing so, you can compile all of the homes you are interested in touring in one place.

  2. After you have added all of the homes you are interested in touring you can view a map of all locations by clicking on “View Map & Print Route.”

  3. For driving directions, enter your starting address, check ‘fastest route’ and then click “Get Directions.” Google will give you step-by-step directions to each house you would like to tour, making it even easier to plan your Sunday.

Sunday, April 29th Open Houses:

Ann Arbor

Chelsea

Milan

Saline

Stockbridge

Ypsilanti




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Reinhart Realtors

Each week, for 12 weeks, we will write about something fun to do in Chelsea, Michigan.  Located just 15 minutes west of Ann Arbor, Chelsea has a vibrant downtown, with a mix of retail, galleries and restaurants.

  1. See a Live Performance at the Purple Rose Theatre Company
  2. Visit the Chelsea Center for the Arts

#3. Spend a Day Playing at the Chelsea TreeHouse

Voted one of the best places for kids in the Detroit area by parents, Chelsea TreeHouse is an indoor playground and café.

With a new 9,000 square foot location in Chelsea, Michigan, Chelsea TreeHouse features a huge climbing and play structure, five slides, a baby and toddler area, swinging bridges, basketball hoops and a huge tree house. Climbing structures are big enough for kids of all ages – grown-ups can play too!

Healthy snacks, delicious sandwiches and gourmet coffee from Zingerman’s Coffee Co. are also available.  Chelsea TreeHouse serves family-friendly food that is fresh, natural and homemade daily. Whether you want a balanced meal or an afternoon snack, we have something for everyone.

The Chelsea TreeHouse is a fun place to bring your family and friends for the day to run, slide, climb and play!

For more information about the Chelsea TreeHouse, please visit their website.

Have you been to the Chelsea TreeHouse?  Tell us about your experience by leaving a comment.




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Reinhart Realtors

Each week, for 12 weeks, we will write about something fun to do in Chelsea, Michigan.   Located just 15 minutes west of Ann Arbor, Chelsea has a vibrant downtown, with a mix of retail, galleries and restaurants.

  1. See a Live Performance at the Purple Rose Theatre Company

#2. Visit the Chelsea Center for the Arts

Spend an enriching day at the Chelsea Center for the Arts in downtown Chelsea.   The Chelsea Center for the Arts is a non-profit community organization offering classes, workshops, exhibitions and special events throughout the year.   At the Chelsea Center for the Arts, you are encouraged to discover new skills or refine existing ones by participating in diverse music and art programs led by hands-on, experienced instructors.

Music Lessons
Private and group music study, led by highly trained instructors, is available for all ages and abilities, including:

  • Piano
  • Guitar, violin, and cello
  • Voice/singing
  • Clarinet, flute, recorder

Art Classes and Workshops
Creative visual art classes, workshops, and studio time are accessible for all ages, including:

  • Painting
  • Pottery
  • Sculpture
  • Photography
  • Drawing

Center Gallery
Free, and open to the public, the Center Gallery showcases fine art created by instructors, students and local artists.  Artwork on display includes paintings, photography, stoneware, sculpture, jewelry, art, glass, textiles and more.

For more information about the Chelsea Center for the Arts, visit their website.




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Reinhart Realtors

Each week, for 12 weeks, we will write about something fun to do in Chelsea, Michigan.  Located just 15 minutes west of Ann Arbor, Chelsea has a vibrant downtown, with a mix of retail, galleries and restaurants.

#1. See a Live Performance at the Purple Rose Theatre Company

The Purple Rose Theatre Company, founded in 1991 by Jeff Daniels, is a leading American theater dedicated to producing the New American Play as well as creating opportunities for Midwest theatre professionals.  Located in downtown Chelsea, the Purple Rose Theatre Company is a not-for-profit dedicated to serving their audience by providing outstanding entertainment.

The Purple Rose Theatre Company produces four shows a year.  Take a trip to Chelsea to see a live performance.  Onstage now at the Purple Rose Theatre Company is White Buffalo, an award-winning new play that portrays a magical story of forgiveness, hope and belonging.

For more information about the Purple Rose Theatre Company, visit their website.

> Search for Chelsea Homes for Sale




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Ann Arbor is known for having an eclectic collection of delectable restaurants. Below are the top restaurants in the Ann Arbor region that we recommend to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Ann Arbor

  1. The Earle Restaurant
    Located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor, The Earle serves award-winning French and Italian country cuisine. With a wine list of over 1,000 selections, The Earle has received the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence for 20 consecutive years. Call (734) 994-0211 or visit their website for more information or to make a reservation.

  2. The West End Grill
    Known for serving up a variety of dishes from around the world, The West End Grill offers what they refer to as “New American” cuisine. The West End Grill is an upscale, intimate environment on Liberty in downtown Ann Arbor. Call (734) 747-6260 or visit their website for more information or to make a reservation.

  3. Pacific Rim
    A unique Pan-Asian restaurant, Pacific Rim serves delicious dishes inspired by the Chef’s own Asian-American roots. Excellent service, a warm ambiance, and a large wine list make Pacific Rim a great restaurant for date night. Call (734) 662-9303 or visit their website for more information or to make a reservation.
  4. Gratzi
    Located in the former Orpheum Theatre in downtown Ann Arbor, Gratzi is an upscale restaurant serving Italian cuisine. The dramatic history, still preserved today, in addition to the restaurant’s elegant décor and ambience, make Gratzi the prefect place to dine on Valentine’s Day. Call (734) 663-5555 or visit their website for more information or to make a reservation.

  5. La Dolce Vita
    Skip dinner and go straight to dessert. La Dolce Vita offers the finest gourmet desserts, expertly prepared by their pastry chef. In addition to desserts, their menu includes coffee drinks, wine, specialty cocktails, beer, and fine cigars.


Chelsea

The Common Grill
An upscale American Bistro restaurant, The Common Grill has earned praise from Gourmet, Bon-Appetit, AnnArbor.com, The Detroit Free Press and The Detroit News, which proclaimed it “uncommonly grand.” Located in downtown Chelsea, The Common Grill continues to present fresh, imaginative American dishes and provide outstanding service. Call (734) 475-0470 or visit their website for more information or to make a reservation.


Dexter

RedBrick Kitchen & Bar
Beautifully exposed brick throughout the restaurant adds to the unique and contemporary setting. Dexter’s newest destination, RedBrick offers upscale American cuisine. Call (734) 424-0420 or visit their website for more information or to make a reservation.

Saline

Mac’s Acadian Seafood and Shack
Located in Murphy’s Crossing, a restored historical Saline landmark, Mac’s has been in business since 1996. Their menu has been inspired by the Nova Scotia heritage, combining spicy Cajun cuisine with old world English charm. Freshly made gumbo, spicy Cajun shrimp, and hearty jambalaya are just some of the delicious entrees on their menu. Call (734) 944-6227 or visit their website for more information or to make a reservation.




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The Charles Reinhart Company has added a feature to our website to make it easier for you to plan your Sunday Open Houses. You are now able to search Sunday Open Houses and select which ones they would like to attend. A Map with step-by-step directions to each Open House is then available to print.

How to Map Open Houses:
  1. Visit ReinhartRealtors.com and search Open Houses, then choose which open houses you would like to attend. Click on “Add to Tour” in the top right corner if you are interested in attending the Open House. By doing so, you can compile all of the homes you are interested in touring in one place.

  2. After you have added all of the homes you are interested in touring you can view a map of all locations by clicking on “View Map & Print Route.”

  3. For driving directions, enter your starting address, check ‘fastest route’ and then click “Get Directions.” Google will give you step-by-step directions to each house you would like to tour, making it even easier to plan your Sunday.

Sunday, January 14th Open Houses:

Ann Arbor

Brighton

Chelsea

Manchester

Pinckney

Saline

Ypsilanti




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