Parish House Inn,an Ann arbor/Ypsilanti area B&B loves Wiard's Orchard and Country Fair

Wiard’s Orchards & Country Fair

Wiard's Orchard and Country Fair has it all for fall: Apple Orchards, U Pick Apples, U Pick Pumpkins, a cider mill with cider mill donuts, bakery, pony rides, a corn maze, petting farm, giant inflatables, Old West hayrides, and more!

Makes Wiard’s Country Fair a great place for fall adventure. The-hand dipped caramel apples have people talking all over Metro Detroit! Wiard's has been serving the community since 1853, growing beautiful farm fresh apples, baking awesome apple pies, and serving customers with a smile. Country Fair Hours 10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M./Dusk

Wiard's Special Events for 2010

Sept. 18 & 19 Grandparent’s Weekend
One free child with one paying grandparent
Teacher’s Appreciation Weekend

Sept. 25 & 26 Soccer Weekend – Children wearing Soccer uniform admitted at ½ Price

Oct. 2 & 3 Scout Weekend
Boy/Girl Scouts wear uniform scarf, hat, or vest and get a discount.

Oct. 9 & 10 Photo Contest Weekend
Go to www.wiards.com for details and entry form

Oct. 16 & 17 Community Awareness Days– Safety and Service Visitors
Ronald McDonald Sunday, October 18 @ 2:00

Oct. 23 & 24 Wiard’s Reunion and Pumpkin Festival
Former employees wear your old Wiard’s Shirt or Hat for Free Admission for yourself.

Oct.30 & Oct.31 Wiard’s Costume Party

Further Event Information

Sep. 18, 2010 - Oct. 29, 2010
Only on: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Cost: Wednesday-Friday $8.50, Saturday-Sunday $11.99
Address: 5565 Meritt Rd., Ypsilanti
Phone: (734) 482-7744
For more info, visit website

Enjoy!!

Chris Mason

Innkeeper
Parish House Inn

Summertime in Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Summertime in Matthaei Botanical Gardens

This is a lovely spot to visit and "smell the flowers" anytime. You can click on the link and read all about it.

Chris Mason

Innkeeper
Parish House Inn

Eastern Michigan University Parents Stay at the Parish House Inn

Eastern Michigan University is only 1 mile from the Parish House Inn bed and breakfast. Parents helping new students move in will find a comfortable, homey and convenient place to rest after their busy day. You can check our availability and book the room of your choice tight on line. A 10% discount will be offered to parents of EMU students who book online until September 2. Just be sure to leave a message and I will adjust the rate. I look forward to seeing new parents and renewing past friendships. Please note these significant dates.

• Sept 4: Freshmen move-in
• Sept 4-7: Freshman orientation
• Sept 5-6: Upper class move-in
• Sept 8: Classes begin

Chris Mason
Innkeeper
Parish House Inn

Ypsilanti Heritage Festival 8/20-22 is just 2 blocks from Parish House Inn

The Ypsilanti Heritage Festival is a celebration of this town, the second oldest city (Detroit is the oldest) in Michigan. There are crafts, music, children's activities, food, an encampment of re-enactors and so much more. The Parish House Inn is just 2 blocks away....so come and enjoy the celebration. There is so much to see and do....don't miss it!

Chris Mason
Innkeeper
Parish House Inn

Parish House Inn, the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area B&B, recommends the 13th annual Beer festival in Riverside Park

The BEER event of the season is back...The Michigan Brewers Guild presents the 13th annual Beer Festival held at Riverside Park, 515 E Cross Street, in Depot Town, Ypsilanti, Michigan. Friday's event is 5 - 9 PM and Saturday is from 1 -6 PM. More that 300 hand-crafted beers from more that 50 breweries statewide, plus music and food. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. For more information visit www.MichiganBrewersGuild.org.

Chris Mason
Innkeeper
see us on the web at:Parish House Inn

Historic Ypsilanti's Parish House Inn is a short drive from the Henry Ford

Did you know that American History lives at the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village?
Or that the IMAX Theater has Michigan's largest IMax Screen? Or that you can take the Ford Rouge Factory Tour and watch the assembly line produce an automobile? The Henry Ford offers all these opportunities for you to experience the evolution of our great country. You can go to the web site to plan you vacation.

You can extend your stay and experience the Victorian charm and modern amenities of The Parish House Inn bed and breakfast, located just a 30 minute drive from The Henry Ford in Historic Ypsilanti. For photos, room information and availability, please check our website.

Innkeeper
Parish House Inn

Strawberry Rhubarb Crunch recipe a favorite at the Parish House Inn, an Ann Arbor/Ypsilanit area bed and breakfast

Parish House Inn
Strawberry Rhubarb Crunch

The dark brown sugar and nuts in the topping gives this a flavor boost!

3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1/2 cup water

2 cups sliced strawberries
2 cups coarsely chopped rhubarb

1 cup rolled oars
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup softened butter
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Preheat oven to 350. Coat a 9X9X2 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
In a 1 quart saucepan mix together sugar and flour, Add the water and stir. Cook over medium heat until thick. Remove from heat and stir in fruit. Pour into prepared baking dish.
Mix together oats, brown sugar, cinnamon and butter. Sprinkle oat mixture evenly over the top of the fruit mixture.
Bake for 30 minutes or until the filling is bubbly in the middle.
Serve warm with cream.
ENJOY!!!

Chris Mason

Innkeeper
Parish House Inn