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A²ZERO Week
June 1 – 7, 2025
Join us for the 5th Annual A2ZERO Week, June 1-7 2025!
In June 2020, the City's plan to achieve a just transition to community-wide carbon neutrality, known as A2ZERO, was unanimously adopted by City Council. Each year, the Office of Sustainability and Innovations organizes A2ZERO Week to commemorate the passing of the plan and to celebrate the work done by the City and our many collaborators in the sustainability
See what's happening during A2ZERO Week 2025
Click the drop-down menus below to explore the activities hosted by OSI and our collaborators during A2ZERO Week - and keep an eye on this page for updates as we get closer to June!
Dexter - Ann Arbor Run
June 1, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Since 1974, the beautiful shaded backwoods of the Huron River region provide the setting for the annual Ann Arbor Track Club’s Dexter to Ann Arbor Half Marathon. Runners will start the half marathon in the picturesque town of Dexter, Michigan and head east for a scenic, rolling 13.1 mile course along beautiful Huron River Dr. to the finish in historic Downtown Ann Arbor. Join A2ZERO as the zero waste sponsor for the kickoff of A2ZERO Week! Learn more about the race and register here
Taste of Ann Arbor
June 1, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Main Street
In the heart of downtown Ann Arbor, we are excited to welcome back the Taste of Ann Arbor—a delicious showcase of the city’s vibrant food scene! From 11 AM to 5 PM, enjoy small plates and signature bites from your favorite local restaurants, all served right on Main and Liberty Streets. Whether you're a foodie, a family, or just looking for a fun afternoon out, Taste of Ann Arbor is the perfect way to kick off summer with great eats, community vibes, and a whole lot of flavor. A2ZERO will be highlighting sustainable food options at the event!
Cargo Bike Rally with Human Electric Hybrids
June 1, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., 320 Miller Ave.
Join Human Electric Hybrids, A2ZERO collaborators who also operate the Borrow A Cargo Bike A2 Program, for biking fun, food, games, live music, and more. Free.
All Electric Home Tour
June 1, 1:00 -4:00 p.m.
To kick off A2ZERO Week, The Green Energy Neighbors invite you to explore a sustainably powered home. A brief tour followed by Q&A in the driveway will feature rooftop solar, battery storage, an energy recovery ventilator, and more. The homeowner will be available to discuss his pathway to carbon neutrality, which for him was a 12 year journey. Wherever your household is on its own journey, we encourage you to bring questions! Staff from Ann Arbor's Office of Sustainability, Washtenaw Climate Reality, and Great Lakes Renewable Energy will all be in attendance and happy to greet you. To accommodate space, tours will be limited to groups of 4-6 people at a time. Please visit osi.a2gov.org/electrichometour to register for an available space.
AFC Ann Arbor Home Game
June 1, 3:00 p.m. Pioneer High School
Cheer on the AFC Ann Arbor men's team, sponsored by A2ZERO, in their home match against Kalamazoo! Tickets can be purchased online at afcannarbor.com.
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Ward 2 Party
June 3, 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Glacier Highlands Park
Join Office of Sustainability and Innovations staff, Council Members Jon Mallek and Chris Watson, members of the community, and VegMichigan for a party! Get to know your neighbors, eat plant-based treats, and get to know and celebrate A2ZERO climate work!
Love a Park Day!
June 3rd, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Location T.B.A.
Give365 and A2ZERO invite you to learn about pollinator habitat and care for your local community park. Get ready to dig, plant and have fun!
A2ZERO at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market
June 4, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., 315 Detroit St.
Stop by the A2ZERO table to learn more about sustainable food systems and ways to connect with resources in the community!
SCRAP Creative Reuse Mending Workshop
June 4, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., 4567 Washtenaw Ave
Join SCRAP Creative Reuse for a FREE mending clinic! Participants should bring their own clothing that needs to be mended, and our expert volunteer, Carol Taite, will teach basic mending techniques to give clothes life again. SCRAP is able to serve 10 participants in their space at a time, Registration T.B.A.
A2ZERO Climate Board Game Night at Bløm
June 4, 5-10 p.m., 100 S. Fourth Ave.
Join us at Bløm Meadworks for Board Game Night featuring climate and environment-related board games! No need to be an expert - we’ve got games for all levels and interests, from a few minutes of quick wit to several hours of strategy. Come with friends or by yourself - there are always groups to join! FREE
Big George's Rooftop Party
June 4, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., 2023 West Stadium Blvd.
Join A2ZERO, Big George's Home Appliance Mart, the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor, and members of the community at Big George's beautiful green roof for an evening of relaxation, drinks, and treats!
Ward 5 Party
June 4, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., West Park 215 Chapin St
Join Office of Sustainability and Innovations staff, Council Members Erica Briggs and Jenn Cornell, and members of the community for a party! Get to know your neighbors and sample delicious treats from VegMichigan as we celebrate our community and the A2ZERO Plan! FREE
A2ZERO Climate Trivia with Terry
June 5, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Argus Farm Stop, 1200 Packard Rd
Are you a trivia champ? Are you a whiz when it comes to facts about climate change? Then come strut your stuff at A2ZERO Climate Trivia Night! Seating is limited. Bring your own team of six or join a team when you arrive. Registration T.B.A. to reserve your spot and learn more about the event. FREE
Ward 4 Party
June 5, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Lawton Park
Join Office of Sustainability and Innovations staff, Council Members Jen Eyer and Dharma Akmon, members of the community, and VegMichigan to for a party! Get to know your neighbors, eat plant-based treats, and get to know and celebrate A2ZERO climate work!
Ward 1 Party
June 6th, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Leslie Park, 2900 Leslie Park Circle
Join Office of Sustainability and Innovations staff, Council Members Cynthia Harrison, members of the community, and VegMichigan to for a party! Get to know your neighbors, eat plant-based treats, and get to know and celebrate A2ZERO climate work!
Ann Arbor Community Clean Up
June 7, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Gallup Park
Take care of our community with OSI and The Cleanup Club!
Electronics Take Back
June 7, Time and Location T.B.D.
Household electronics takeback to collect and recycle/refurbish electronic waste instead of sending it to the landfill! Join the Electronics Takeback mailing list to be notified when the sign-up list opens.
Community Swap
June 7, Time T.B.A., First United Methodist, 120 S. State St.
Swap clothes, household items, and more at this community swap. No need to bring anything to take something!
Get Involved
Volunteer During A2ZERO Week
Looking for a volunteer opportunity? There are plenty of ways for you to have fun and help out during A2ZERO Week! Please check back soon for the volunteer portal.
Stay Connected
Head over to our Events page for details on upcoming activities. While there, you can sign up to receive notifications from the Office of Sustainability and Innovations including a copy or our monthly newsletter, The Charging Station!
If you have questions about the A2ZERO Plan or your personal sustainability goals, staff from the Office of Sustainability and Innovations are happy to help! You can reach us at sustainability@a2gov.org.
Become an Ambassador
The A2ZERO Ambassador Program provides an opportunity for interested individuals to take a deep dive into pathways for advancing local sustainability, resilience, and carbon neutrality. A2ZERO Ambassadors take part in a training program that explores multiple aspects of what it takes to truly become a sustainable and carbon neutral community. Ambassadors will leave this training with the knowledge, tools, and resources to discuss climate change and the specific actions that their community can begin implementing to advance carbon neutrality. You can register your interest in becoming an Ambassador by emailing Bryce Frohlich.
Get Sustainability Updates
Stay up to date and get more involved by signing up for The Charging Station, our monthly A2ZERO Newsletter!