Whitmore Lake
Whitmore Lake is located 10 miles north of Ann Arbor on the US 23 corridor. With a small town atmosphere, Whitmore Lake is situated on a 677 acre all sports lake. It offers a respite to the city life in Ann Arbor.
The Whitmore Lake Water-ski Club has won numerous awards in competitions nationwide. They offer a spectacular water-ski show every year to the delight of over a thousand people following the fabulous 4th of July parade. The Links at Whitmore Lake Golf Course is a scenic treasure nestled among woods, wetlands and meadows. This one time resort community has much to offer and is an excellent location for the commuter.
Learn more about the Whitmore Lake Community.Dexter
Founded in 1824 by Judge Samuel Dexter, this quaint village is located just 10 minutes west of Ann Arbor off I-94. The main street was built in the 19th century, and Judge Dexter platted the village with 99-foot-wide streets to accommodate the occasional U-turns made by a buggy and team of horses. Many village streets are still lined with trees that he planted.
Today, Dexter boasts over 1600 residents who pride themselves on their relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The patriotic residents who died for their country are remembered with memorials and monuments in Monument Park located in the heart of town. The Gazebo, built by the local Lions Club, has become a focal point of the community for activities, concerts, and the occasional wedding.
Walking tour brochures that feature some of the village's beautiful old churches and Victorian homes are available at any local retail shop. Dexter lies at the gateway of the "chain of lakes" with 30 lakes within a 15-mile radius. Many lakes have public access for boating in the summer and ice fishing in the winter.
Learn more about the Dexter CommunityAnn Arbor
Ann Arbor has a population of 109,300 people living in 23.5 square miles with 2500 acres in its park system. The city combines the tranquility of Midwestern life with the vitality of a progressive urban center.
Located in the heart of southeastern Michigan, Ann Arbor is a dynamic community with an international flair. The city offers a wealth of cosmopolitan advantages, and through the University of Michigan it offers a continuous bill of concerts, plays, lectures, festivals, and special events. There is also an abundance of galleries and museums.
Outstanding four-season recreational opportunities include cross-country skiing, sailing, fishing, tennis, swimming, and golfing. And yet the city still remains as family oriented as it is culturally sophisticated.
Ann Arbor has hundreds of firms involved in research, development, and industrial production. There is also a proliferation of high-tech computer firms. Education, however, is the biggest business, attracting students from over 100 foreign countries and all 50 states.
Learn more about the Ann Arbor Community.Chelsea
Located just north of I-94 at exit 159, Chelsea offers visitors a unique atmosphere and special blend of hospitality. It's a pleasant stroll through the downtown shopping district, or take a walk down one of the many quiet shaded residential streets of which sixteen are named for presidents. The architectural heritage of the community tells you its own story.
Within ten miles there are 18 lakes with public access, and it is also the "Gateway to the Waterloo Recreation Area". Enjoy the many hiking paths, bridle trails and over 400 campsites featuring modern and rustic facilities.
Chelsea was settled in the 1830's. Since the appearance of the railroad, the town has had an industrial focus. Founded in 1891, the Glazier Stove Company was the largest stove company in the world. It is also the home of "Jiffy" mixes. In 1872, the Farmers Club started the community fair which is still held in late August each year and is well worth the visit.
Learn more about the Chelsea CommunitySaline
Located just south-east of Ann Arbor on US 12, Saline's first settlers in the 17th century were the Pottawatomie Indians. For many decades the 100-square-mile area which forms the Saline Area School District has drawn newcomers to the city. Many of the current residents report that they moved to Saline because of the sterling reputation of the schools.
The construction of a water powered saw mill, which operated for 100 years, provided the lumber for home construction throughout the village. The saw mill was a magnet for many settlers and by the 1870's when the railroad tracks were laid, the population was soaring.
While third and fourth generation farmers still remain a successful enterprise, the 20th century ushered into the area the manufacturing age when Universal Die Cast, R & B Machine Tool, and Ford Motor Company all opened their doors, providing jobs and economic stability for the area.
Learn more about the Saline CommunityPinckney
Located about 20 minutes north of Ann Arbor, Pinckney is in the heart of the "chain of lakes". The area features many lakefront homes enabling residents to enjoy water activities in the summer and skiing and snowmobiling in the winter months. Newcomers will find an abundance of hometown friendliness.
The village of Pinckney was settled in 1835 and attracted their share of settlers moving into the territory at a rate of 1000 per day. Much of the village was destroyed by fire in 1887, but due to a successful business climate and prosperity, the village was able to rebuilt fro this great devastation.
Learn more about the Pinckney CommunityYpsilanti
Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor are connected by the Washtenaw Avenue corridor. Many businesses flourish in this area along with Cleary College which specializes in business education. Ypsilanti is home to Eastern Michigan University, which attracts many students from Michigan, other states, and other countries around the world.
The arrival of the railroad in 1839 brought prosperity, industry, and rapid growth. As the city grew and prospered, many leading citizens built lavish and elegant Victorian homes overlooking the Huron River. Many of these homes have been restored to their original beauty in the past years.
In 1930, Henry Ford and the automotive industry came to Ypsilanti, creating Ford Lake to generate hydroelectric power for its manufacturing plants.
Learn more about the Ypsilanti CommunityBrighton
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Hamburg Township
Hamburg is just 4 miles to the west of US 23 and is the home of the Huron River Chain of 9 Lakes. Hamburg is a bedroom community boasting of having over 25 inland lakes within its boundaries. The Lakeland Trail, a walking, biking and equine trail begins in Hamburg and winds over 50 miles to the west to Jackson Michigan. The community spirited area has over 300 acres of recreational property catering to its youth with sport recreational fields and will soon be developing a botanic "enabling" garden. The award winning Pinckney Community School system serves this area with the motto of "It's a Great Place To Grow".
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