I'm so excited that Ann Arbor Restaurant Week is here again. It only happens twice a year, January and June, and I use it as an excuse to try out 1 or 2 restaurants that I haven't been to yet. I'm supporting my local business and getting a great meal, right? This year is no exception and the list of restaurants is astounding. Each Chef creates a special, fixed price menu, with choices for each course. Lunches are $12 and Dinners are $25, with some restaurants even offering 2 for 1 deals.
Restaurants in Downtown Ann Arbor
*new to restaurant week
In the mood to try something new? Head downtown Ann Arbor for a fantastic culinary experience. And when your finished, stop by our office at 564 S. Main and find out what's happening in the local market, we'd love to talk to you about buying or selling a new home! If you're planning a move in the future, visit our Ann Arbor Real Estate website where you can search for homes, find out the value of your existing home, or learn more about The Bouma Group.
Martin Bouma of Keller Williams Realty welcomes Linda Ansara as The Bouma Group's new Leasing Specialist. Linda’s past experience as a buyer with the Kmart Corporation, along with a corporate operations background in retail that ranges from high-end products to mass-merchandise, and helping those who help others through her not for profit work, make her a strong asset to The Bouma Group’s real estate team. She brings a finely honed ability to match client needs to find them the perfect leasing opportunity.
Team Leader Martin Bouma is excited to have Linda as part of his dynamic team of Ann Arbor real estate professionals. With the growing need for home and condo leasing in Washtenaw County, a strong leasing specialist is a true asset.
Martin Bouma has been servicing the real estate needs of Washtenaw County for more than 25 years and brings a unique, personal touch to each transaction. Thorough market knowledge, exceptional follow-through, and cutting edge marketing are the hallmarks of The Bouma Group's continued success and have made them the #1 real estate team in Ann Arbor for the past 10 years.
The Holiday Season is Here in Ann Arbor!
The 2011 holiday season is finally here and offers more activities in Ann Arbor and around Ann Arbor than ever before. There are plenty of holiday activities for you and your family, and unique, local shopping experiences to find that perfect gift and support small business in Washtenaw County. Here are some of the activities going on in the month of December 2011.
Friday, December 9
· Festive Fridays. Downtown Ann Arbor, corner of Main & Liberty/Washington. Free horse drawn carriage rides, live sidewalk entertainment, and late night shopping.
· Yourist Studio Gallery Annual Holiday Show. 113 Broadway, Ann Arbor. Reception 5-9pm. Annual Pottery Show and Sale by various artists, featuring sculpture, functional ware, beads, and more.
Saturday, December 10
· Sing Along with Santa. Presented by the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. Bethlehem United Church of Christ, 423 South 4th Ave, Ann Arbor. Begins at 4pm, tickets are $10. A great family event, including a reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’, festive songs, cookies & cider.
· Tiny Expo. Downtown Ann Arbor at 325 Braun Court. 10am-7pm. An indie arts & crafts fair featuring local artists, food, film, and libations.
· Santa Visits Kerrytown. 407 N. Fifth Ave. 10am-1pm. Visit with Santa and enjoy live musical performances from local musicians, schools, and groups.
· Yourist Studio Gallery Annual Holiday Show. 113 Broadway, Ann Arbor. 10am-6pm. Annual Pottery Show and Sale by various artists, featuring sculpture, functional ware, beads, and more.
· Treasure Trail to Santa. Busch’s Shopping Center, 565 E. Michigan Ave. Free. Follow the treasure trail through the center shops and enjoy entertainment, refreshments, carriage rides, animals, and look for Santa.
· Ann Arbor Antiques Market Special Holiday Show. Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. 8am-4pm. Shop your favorite antique market for unique gifts. Inside heated buildings.
Sunday, December 11
· Homegrown at Cobblestone. Cobblestone Farm Center, 2781 Packard Rd. Local artists assemble to promote their made-in-Michigan wares. Jewelry, clothing, pottery, bird houses, photography and more!
· Yourist Studio Gallery Annual Holiday Show. 113 Broadway, Ann Arbor. 10am-4pm. Annual Pottery Show and Sale by various artists, featuring sculpture, functional ware, beads, and more.
Friday, December 16th
· Festive Fridays. Downtown Ann Arbor, corner of Main & Liberty/Washington. Free horse drawn carriage rides, live sidewalk entertainment, and late night shopping.
· Ann Arbor Ballet Theatre’s Nutcracker Ballet. The Power Center 121 Fletcher St. 8pm. Ticket prices vary, visit http://annarborballettheatre.org/5.html. The 27th annual production of this classic holiday favorite.
Saturday, December 17th
· Ann Arbor Ballet Theatre’s Nutcracker Ballet. The Power Center 121 Fletcher St. 2 pm & 8pm. Ticket prices vary, visit http://annarborballettheatre.org/5.html. The 27th annual production of this classic holiday favorite.
· Santa Visits Kerrytown. 407 N. Fifth Ave. 10am-1pm. Visit with Santa and enjoy live musical performances from local musicians, schools, and groups.
Sunday, December 18th
· Homegrown at Cobblestone. Cobblestone Farm Center, 2781 Packard Rd. Local artists assemble to promote their made-in-Michigan wares. Jewelry, clothing, pottery, bird houses, photography and more!
· Ann Arbor Ballet Theatre’s Nutcracker Ballet. The Power Center 121 Fletcher St. 2 pm. Ticket prices vary, visit http://annarborballettheatre.org/5.html. The 27th annual production of this classic holiday favorite.
Chanukah Wonderland at Briarwood Mall. 100 Briarwood Circle, near the Sears wing. From Tuesday 12/20-Friday 12/23 & Monday 12/26-Tuesday 12/27. Times vary. A virtual, fun-filled Chanukah experience, including: arts & crafts, Lego Menorah contest, and interactive displays.
Monday, December 26th
· Chanukah on Ice. Ann Arbor Ice Cube 2121 Oak Valley Drive. $25/family, $8/person before 12/24 or $30/family or $10/person. Starts at 5pm. Skate to Chanukah music and sample traditional Chanukah foods, followed by dinner, then view a 5’ Menorah built from ice.
Leave us a comment if we've forgotten your favorite event, along with the name and location! If you are considering selling your Ann Arbor, Dexter or Saline home, after the holidays is a great time to get started. Beat the spring rush and call us today to find out the value of your Ann Arbor property and what you need to do to get it ready. And be sure to check out our Ann Arbor Real Estate website to search the Ann Arbor MLS for homes and get the most up-to-date information!
Rates Continue to Decline
Ann Arbor mortgage rates have hit another low! The mortgage rates have been down for 6 weeks now and at this level for the past 2 weeks. We should continue to have rates in this range throughout most of the 4th quarter. What a great time to make an Ann Arbor home purchase with these lower mortgage payments! With these rates your buying power has increased by $10,000 – $40,000, depending on your purchase price.
Please keep in mind that interest rates are subject to change without notice. The rates listed above are average rates and are presented to provide an illustrative perspective. To find out more about the current interest rates and which loan program is best for you, contact Charlie Chapell with United Bank & Trust today at 734-214-2728 or cchapell@ubat.com. If you haven’t already taken advantage of the low interest rates combined with low home prices, now is the best time! To search for that perfect Ann Arbor real estate, visit our Ann Arbor MLS site here!
The recent publication by the Wall Street Journal and Real Trends, Inc., 'The Thousand, The 2011 Top 1000' named the top 1000 Realtors in the United States. The Bouma Group Realtors of Ann Arbor, MI placed #106 in the nation for Top Teams by Transaction Sides and #208 for Top Teams by volume. ‘The Thousand’ report represents the most elite group of real estate professionals and teams in America.
The report consists of 4 categories with 250 in each: Real Estate Team by Sides, and Real Estate Team by Volume, Sales Professional by Sides, Sales Professional by Volume. The Bouma Group ranked on bot lists for the Real Estate Team categories with 222 transaction sides and $43,157,716 in volume.
‘It’s quite an honor to be recognized on such a prestigious list. Our continuous hard work, thorough market knowledge, and dedication to our clients has enabled us to surpass our goals and our clients expectation,’ said Martin Bouma, Realtor and Team Leader of The Bouma Group.
The Bouma Group of Keller Williams Realty has been Ann Arbor’s leading real estate team for the past 9 consecutive years. To find out how we continue to stay on top of the Ann Arbor Real Estate market, despite the recent downturn, contact us today at 734-761-3060 or info@bouma.com. And be sure to check out our state of the art real estate website, where you can search the Ann Arbor MLS, find out your Ann Arbor Home’s value, or view all Ann Arbor subdivision photos, amenities and market reports!
Ann Arbor real estate agent expert Martin Bouma should be your #1 choice for your Washtenaw County home buying and selling needs. For experience, competence, and top-shelf skills, choose Martin Bouma.
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