Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express (WAVE)

The Local Loop: Shop and Sip
2025-09-27 09:00 - 17:00 UTC
Join us for a one-of-a-kind shopping and dining adventure right here in our community! The Local Loop: Sip & Shop celebrates the best of resale and consignment shopping while highlighting local restaurants and bars.
Discover hidden treasures, exclusive deals, and unique finds at participating resale and consignment shops. Between stops, enjoy special offers, signature drinks, and delicious bites from local eateries and pubs. It’s the perfect way to shop smart, support small businesses, and enjoy a fun day (or night!) out with friends. Transportation, giveaways, and a light breakfast will be provided.
✨ Participating Stores & Restaurants: Coming Soon! ✨
Stay tuned for the official lineup of shops, restaurants, and bars. Each stop will feature something special just for Local Loop participants.
📅 Date & Time: September 27th, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Throughout the Greater Western Washtenaw Area
Whether you’re a bargain hunter, a foodie, or just love exploring local gems, The Local Loop: Sip & Shop is your ticket to a memorable community experience.

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Oktoberfest
2025-10-04 13:00 - 19:00 UTC | Lost Railway Museum, 142 W. Michigan Ave, Grass Lake, MI, United States
Looking for some fall fun for the whole family to enjoy? Join use for our 2nd annual Oktoberfest!
What to expect: A full lineup of live music throughout the duration of the event! Tons of food trucks – including authentic German food! Tons of breweries, wineries, and cideries! Arts & Craft Vendors!
Want to learn more? Visit our website: https://www.lostrailwaymuseum.org/oktoberfest
Ready to buy tickets? Visit this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/grass-lake-oktoberfest…
We sincerely hope you and your family will join us for this fun-filled event!

Scio Sustainability Fair
2025-10-05 12:00 - 15:30 UTC | Meijer, 5645 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
The third annual Scio Sustainability Fair is set to take place on Sunday, October 5.
The event will have various opportunities.
Organizers describe it this way:
“Bring the whole family to play Sustainability Bingo for a prize while engaging with local and county organizations to learn innovative ways to live sustainably and take climate action. Explore local farms, parks & preserves. Check out the W.A.V.E or a Scio Fire Truck. Seek strategies for improving energy efficiency, electrifying and deploying renewables. Repair your bike or try out an e-bike. Plan your “GO Bag” for emergencies. Discover multiple ways to compost and test your recycling skills. Join a climate advocacy group. Investigate the benefits of native plants, pocket forests, and rain gardens. Talk with members of the East Michigan Electric Vehicle Association and try an EV starting at 11am.”
It’s sponsored by the Scio Township Environmental Sustainability Task Force, East Michigan Electric Vehicle Association and Meijer.
The fair is a free educational community event.
The event is from 12-3:30 p.m. at the Meijer store, 5645 Jackson Road. Look for the tent next to the garden shop.

WAVE ADVANTAGE Day
2025-10-07 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | The Pines, 325 Wilkinson St, Chelsea, MI, 48118, United States
Come get signed up for the new WAVE ADVANTAGE program before it launches on November 1st! Our team will be on site to help riders complete the quick eligibility form and take their photo for their WAVE ADVANTAGE card — your key to free or discounted rides.
What is WAVE ADVANTAGE?Thanks to the Washtenaw County Older Persons Millage, all residents 60+ ride WAVE for free. The WAVE ADVANTAGE program streamlines this and other fare discounts by giving riders a photo ID card that shows whether their ride is free, discounted, or full fare. Starting Nov. 1, 2025, all riders must be enrolled to continue receiving any free or discounted fares.
Why come to ADVANTAGE Day?
Get help filling out the required form — no tech skills needed.
Have your photo taken on the spot.
Ask questions about routes, schedules, and service changes.

WAVE ADVANTAGE Day
2025-10-07 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Scio Farms Estates Clubhouse, 6655 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, 48103, United States

Wellness Fair and Flu Clinic
2025-10-08 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Chelsea Senior Center, 512 Washington, MI, 48118, United States
Senior flu vaccine is available for those over 65 and the quadrivalent flu vaccine is available for all ages. The current COVID vaccine is available for those ages 65 and better. All vaccines are free! Also, stop in and visit wellness providers for free give-aways and info about wellness services, opportunities, and programs available to older adults in our area. To reserve your flu shot, call CSC at 734-475-9242.

Grass Lake Community Day
2025-10-08 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-12 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | Grass Lake Senior Center, 373 Lakeside Dr, Grass Lake, MI, 49240, United States
Have questions about riding the WAVE or want to share feedback about our services? WAVE Community Day is your chance to connect directly with our team. Riders and community members can stop by to:

Ask questions about routes, fares, and booking rides.

Get help signing up for programs like WAVE ADVANTAGE (including form assistance and photo ID cards).

Share feedback about your riding experience and service needs.

Learn about upcoming changes, new rider tools, and community events.

Whether you’re a current rider, a caregiver, or just curious about public transportation options in Western Washtenaw and beyond, we’re here to help you get the most out of WAVE.

Chelsea Community Day
2025-10-09 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-11-13 11:00 - 12:30 UTC | Chelsea Senior Center, 512 Washington, MI, 48118, United States
Have questions about riding the WAVE or want to share feedback about our services? WAVE Community Day is your chance to connect directly with our team. Riders and community members can stop by to:

Ask questions about routes, fares, and booking rides.

Get help signing up for programs like WAVE ADVANTAGE.

Share feedback about your riding experience and service needs.

Learn about upcoming changes, new rider tools, and community events.

Whether you’re a current rider, a caregiver, or just curious about public transportation options in Western Washtenaw and beyond, we’re here to help you get the most out of WAVE.

Woodview Commons Harvest Fest
2025-10-11 15:00 - 19:00 UTC | Woodview Commons, 305 Timberland Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
Celebrate the season at the Woodview Commons Harvest Fest! 🍂✨ Enjoy a day filled with fall fun, local vendors, community resources, festive activities, and more. Stop by the WAVE table to learn about our transportation services, get registered for the new WAVE ADVANTAGE program, and pick up some free cool swag while supplies last.
Bring your friends and family to enjoy the harvest season and connect with your community!

WItches Night Out Community Shuttle
2025-10-11 18:00 - 21:30 UTC
Come to Downtown Manchester for a fun, fabulous time. Enjoy our social district as you have a beverage, stroll the stores, and visit the Mill for dancing and fun!
NEW THIS YEAR
POTIONS QUEST!!
Visit different stores in town to find potion bottles. Once you find at least 10, stop by the Mill for a prize. Each participating store has created a special potion just for you! No purchase is necessary but you may need to perform a fun task or find a hidden object or other fun thing to collect your potion.
DANCING IN THE MILL
The Manchester Mill will be open and will have a DJ for dancing and fun.
At 8:30 PM, Dance with Heart Studios will be at the mill to teach everyone the Thriller dance!!.
At 9:00 PM, the costume and cackle contests will be held inside at the Mill (Yay, no more weather worries!!).
FOOD TRUCK: Duck Fat & Bacon is your salivation destination for elevated smoked meats, creative pairings and handmade sauces. Using fresh ingredients we combine smoked meats with the flavors and spice of the Southwest and Regional American cuisine. We serve up nostalgic pairings served with big flavor and always inspired by Duck Fat & Bacon.
BUSINESS SPECIALS & ACTIVITIESAll Thingz GreenFree Gift with Purchase, CBD Drink Samples
Dance with Heart StudiosRegistration worth up to $65 if signed up during Thriller Dance at the Mill
Dragonfly and BirchFree Gift with Purchase, Drink Specials, Tarot & Psychic Readers
Franks PlaceFood & Drink Specials
Johnnie’s Over the EdgeDrink Specials
Manchester MillDJ-Dancing, Bartender, Food Truck
Millie’s CoffeehouseCafé Drink Specials, Raffle Drawing for Gift Basket
River Raisin DistilleryReader in Store
River Raisin Mercantile20% off all Halloween & Free Gift with Purchase
Steele Grafix30% off Halloween Apparel
The Sassy Peacock20% off everything
The Village TapDrink Specials
The Vintage Flea20% off everything & Refreshments
Village Hair Forum10% Off Retail
Worth RepeatingFree M&M-filled Wine Glass, while supplies last
We can’t wait to welcome you to Manchester for our Witches’ Night Out!!

WAVE ADVANTAGE Day
2025-10-14 11:00 - 12:30 UTC | The Cedars of Dexter, 411 Cedars Lane, Dexter, MI, 48130, United States

WAVE ADVANTAGE Day
2025-10-15 11:00 - 12:30 UTC | Chelsea Senior Center, 512 Washington, MI, 48118, United States

WAVE ADVANTAGE Day
2025-10-16 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Chelsea Retirement Community, 805 West Middle Street, Chelsea, 48118, United States

WAVE Board Meeting
2025-10-22 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-19 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Detroit) | Scio Township Hall, 827 N. Zeeb Rd., Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
The Board of Directors meeting for WAVE will provide essential updates on our organization’s activities, review recent achievements, and discuss upcoming initiatives. The meeting agenda will include a review of financials, current projects, and any key issues that impact our mission and programs. Board members will have the opportunity to engage in open discussions on strategic goals, program development, and fundraising efforts.
This meeting is a vital opportunity to assess the WAVE’s progress and identify areas for growth and improvement, ensuring alignment with our mission and commitment to serving our community.

WAVE’s board meetings are typically scheduled for the furth Wednesday monthly at 9:30 AM in the Meeting Hall of Scio Township Hall at 827 North Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.
Email ride@wavebus.org 24 hours in advance if you need to join remotely for the Zoom link and password.

St. Louis Center Trunk or Treat
2025-10-22 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | St. Louis Center, 16195 W Old US Highway 12, Chelsea, MI, 48118, United States
St. Louis Center’s Trunk or Treat returns for Halloween 2025!Come join us for our annual Trunk or Treat event! A community favorite that is always packed with fun activities for all ages! Come help us celebrate the spooky holiday with decorated trunks, a haunted house, a community dinner, and so much more. This event is a great opportunity to get to know the St. Louis Center residents and staff.
Reserve your spot! Bring a trunk or volunteer another way. Space is limited for trunks so sign up now! This event is free to the public.Prizes will be awarded at 6:30 pm for best trunk, spookiest trunk, and best costume!
There are also sponsorship opportunities for this event! Help provide candy, haunted house decorations, or food for the dinner by being a sponsor!https://stlouiscenter.org/event/trunk-or-treat/

Silver Maples Town Hall
2025-10-23 10:00 - 12:15 UTC | Silver Maples of Chelsea Retirement Community, 100 Silver Maples Dr, Chelsea, MI, 48118, United States
Join WAVE for an informative presentation about Fiscal Year 2026 service changes and what they mean for riders and our communities. After the presentation, stay for a WAVE ADVANTAGE registration session — our team will be on site to help you complete the quick enrollment form and take your photo.
The WAVE ADVANTAGE program launches November 1, 2025, and is required for anyone who wants to continue receiving free or discounted fares (including free rides for Washtenaw County residents age 60+ through the Older Persons Millage). Staff will also answer questions about routes, schedules, and other service updates to help make your travel smooth and worry-free.

Dexter Senior Center Town Hall
2025-10-23 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Dexter Senior Center, 2810 Baker Rd., Suite 101, Dexter, 48130, United States

Disability Network (Washtenaw Office) Trunk or Treat
2025-10-24 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108, United States
Friday, October 24
Trunk-or-Treat 5:30 – 6:30pm Dance 6:00 – 8:00pm Outdoor movie at dusk

Disability Network – Washtenaw Office
3941 Research Park Dr | Ann Arbor, MI

FREE! All ages are welcome!
Costumes encouraged but not required.

CSD Community Wellness Day
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Washington Street Education Comples, 500 Washington Street, Chelsea, MI, 48118, United States
Community Wellness Day Saturday, October 25, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Washington Street Education Center
Join us for Community Wellness Day, an open-house style event designed to connect families with local businesses, services, and wellness resources. All families within the school district are invited to stop by, meet community partners, and discover helpful programs and services that support health, safety, and overall well-being.
Local organizations will host tables with information, resources, and small activities or prizes to make the day fun and engaging for everyone. Whether you’re looking to learn about community services, pick up helpful materials, or just enjoy a morning connecting with neighbors, this event is for you!

Thrills at the Mills
2025-10-25 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter, MI, 48130, United States
Come celebrate Halloween with an evening full of fun for everyone!
We’ll kick-off the event with our annual Trunk-or-Treat. Vehicles used in the park, like a dump truck, police car, and tractor will also be onsite decorated and ready to hand out candy. The Metroparks Outreach van will be there too with activities for the kids. In between filling up your bag with Halloween treats.
This event is sensory-friendly, with thoughtful adjustments to create a comfortable atmosphere. We’ve minimized sensory overload by keeping noise levels low and providing shaded, quiet areas for relaxation.
We need the community’s help to make this event a success. We invite businesses and community members to sign up and host a family-friendly trunk and pass out candy to participants.
Fun for all ages!
Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free! A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark.
Location: Hudson Mills Metropark, Activity Center Parking lot
Pre-registration is required for trunks and treaters. If you are registering to bring a trunk, please register a quantity of 1 for each trunk. If you are registering for treaters, please register the number of people who will be collecting candy. If you are bringing a trunk AND treaters, please remember to register your trunk and the number of treaters separately so we can get accurate counts for all pieces of the event.
If you have questions call 734-426-8211.
Click here to register!

Halloween Open House
2025-10-26 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Scio Township Fire Department, 1055 N. Zeeb Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
ALL are welcome to join us for our annual Halloween Open House at the Scio Township Fire Station. A fun event for all ages!
In addition to attending as guests, we welcome the following…
Ways you may contribute:

Monetary donation made directly to the Fire Department
Sponsor the cost of a vendor or rental for the event (costs vary, a list can be provided)
Donate candy or other refreshments
Post a flyer in your business and/or to your social media account(s)
Volunteer at the event

If you’re interested in any of these opportunities, please feel free to contact fire@sciotownshipmi.gov, or call (734) 665-6001, for further details.
Whether as a guest or a contributor, we look forward to your participation. Thanks for considering!

WAVE ADVANTAGE Day
2025-10-27 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Lakestone Apaprtments, 4275 Eyrie Dr, Ann Arbor, 48103, United States

Manchester Community Day
2025-10-28 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-25 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Manchester Senior Center, 912 City St., Manchester, 48158, United States

Dexter Trick or Treat
2025-10-31 13:00 - 16:00 UTC
Get ready for a spooktacular time at the Dexter Area Chamber of Commerce Trick-or-Treat Event, proudly sponsored by Dexter Orthodontics!
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 31st, 2025 from 1–4 PM and bring the whole family for an afternoon of Halloween fun.
Look for businesses with balloons to grab some sweet treats, and don’t miss even more festivities in Monument Park!

WAVE Fun(d) Day
2025-11-08 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | The Copper Nail, 111 E Michigan Ave, Grass Lake, Grass Lake, MI, United States
Join us for a fun-filled day of shopping in support of WAVE! Browse The Copper Nail’s beautiful selection of home décor, gifts, and unique finds while making a difference in your community. A portion of the day’s sales will help WAVE continue providing safe, reliable, and affordable transportation services across Greatter Western Washtenaw (including Grass Lake) and beyond.
Shop, support, and help keep our community moving — every purchase makes an impact!

WAVE After Hours
2025-11-12 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | WAVE Office, 12172 Jackson Road, Dexter, MI, 48130, United States
Step behind the scenes at WAVE! Join us for an informal evening where you can tour our facility, meet members of the WAVE team, step inside one of our buses and vans, and see how we keep Western Washtenaw moving every day.
Enjoy food and drinks while learning how WAVE operates and the services we provide for riders of all ages. Last year, our office was packed with community members — don’t miss this chance to connect, ask questions, and see public transit in action.
