Juwona Smith-German
Quality Care Alterations
Call for an appointment. I will come to you for fittings.
734.255.7233
Groups
Bike Ypsi
The Ypsilanti Bicycling Coalition (Bike Ypsi) is a group of local cyclists who like riding bikes and engaging in bike-related shenanigans.
http://bike.ypsi.org/
Indigo Forest
Great resource for new moms and moms to be.
734.994.8010
www.visitindigo.com
Recycling—Ann Arbor
Recycle Ann Arbor
Founded in 1977, Recycle Ann Arbor is a leader in the recycling industry, offering easy and convenient recycling for the home and workplace. http://www.recycleannarbor.org/
Recycling—Ypsilanti
Freecycle To reduce waste by connecting people who are throwing away unwanted items with others seeking the same items
and have a little fun in the process. Nothing is too big or too
small; but everything must be 100% free. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/YpsilantiFreecycle/
Look in the Attic LookInTheAttic has been recognized as a Worldwide leader in restoration hardware. We are listed by Dun and Bradstreet and we have been sourced by countless Magazines and News
Articles including This Old House and House Beautiful to
name a few. http://www.lookintheattic.com/
Shopping
Bowerbird Mongo Art, Pottery, & Objects of Interest
210 W. Michigan Ave.,
Ypsilanti, MI
734.482.4595 www.bowerbirdmongo.com
Maggie’s Organics Maggie's Organics was founded in 1992 on the premise that workers should be treated ethically and that clothing should be durable, affordable and constructed of environmentally
sustainable materials. http://www.organicclothes.com/
The Rocket The Rocket is located in Downtown Ypsilanti on the corner of Michigan Ave & Huron St. Our store offers a large selection
novelty toys, books, candies, etc. Our specialty is humor and
we spare no expense stocking our store with it. http://www.therocketypsi.com/
Root & Branch Consulting
Founded in Ypsilanti, Root & Branch offers many services your mission and long- and short-term goals. Including: Writing; Editing; Graphic Design; Web—build, design, and maintenance; Event Planning, and Branding. www.root-and-branch.org
Mrs. Meyers
Aromatherapeutic Household Cleaners
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day makes honest, hardworking cleaners that work like the dickens on dirt. http://www.mrsmeyers.com/
Cleaning Services
Nature Maid
Nature Maid is a small, professional company with competitive rates, excellent references, and personalized service. Our goal is to leave you with a truly clean home: one that is both free of dirt and germs, and free of chemical residues and artificial fragrances. http://www.naturemaidhousecleaning.com
Miscellaneous
Low Impact Living At Low Impact Living, we want to help you lower the environmental impact of your home and your daily life. www.lowimpactliving.com
National Geographic’s Green Guide Dubbed the “green living source for today’s conscious consumer,” the GREEN GUIDE makes living in an environmentally-aware way personal, practical and positive. Intended for general consumers, GREEN GUIDE (in its book, magzine and online formats) shows people how to make
small changes that add up to big benefits for their wallets, for
their health, and, of course, for the health of the planet. http://www.thegreenguide.com/
National Green Pages The National Green Pages™ is a directory listing nearly 3,000 businesses that have made firm commitments to sustainable, socially just principles, including the support of sweatshop-free labor, organic farms, fair trade, and
cruelty-free products. http://www.coopamerica.org/pubs/greenpages/
Sprout People We offer not only the most extensive (by far) assortment of sprouting seeds, but, we feel, the best sprouting seeds you
can find anywhere. Almost all (80 out of 82) of the seeds we
sell are from farmers who are certified organic. www.sproutpeople.com
Think Local First Our mission is to support and cultivate locally-owned, independent businesses in Washtenaw County, Michigan that are committed to making our community a healthier and more vibrant place to live. http://www.thinklocalfirst.net/
Treehugger TreeHugger is the leading media outlet dedicated to driving sustainability mainstream. Partial to a modern aesthetic, we strive to be a one-stop shop for green news, solutions, and product information. http://www.treehugger.com/
Kerrytown Market 407 North 5th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
Grass-fed beef, lamb, and poultry
Whole Foods Market 3135 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, MI
Limited selection of grass-fed beef. Let them know you are interested! Otherwise, good source for organic meats. wholefoods.com
Hannewald Lamb Company
14880 M-52, Stockbridge, MI
1-517-851-4718
Rex and Judi Hannewald have a table at the Ann Arbors Farmers Market
Family Farms Cooperative 59498 Kirk Lake Rd., Vandalia, MI
1-269-476-8883
Grass fed beef, poultry, lamb, pork, eggs, and also cow share program for raw dairy. They deliver to Big Ten Market in Ann Arbor every Friday.
Mail order sources for grass-fed beef
Coleman Natural Beef (CO) Our strict animal raising protocols surpass USDA standards providing your family with truly ALL NATURAL fresh pork and poultry cuts. Using only meats grown with our standards,
Coleman Natural offers Fully Cooked, Ready-to-Eat entrees
like Bacon, Sausage, Hot Dogs, Ham, and Chicken Strips. www.colemannatural.com
Dakota Natural Beef (ND) Feel better about the beef you serve your friends and family. www.dakotanaturalbeef.com
La Cense Beef (MT) Gourmet, grass-fed beef audited and approved under the new USDA Grass fed Standard! www.naturalmeat.com
Laura's Lean Beef At Laura's Lean Beef, we think it's best to farm the way nature intended. That's why we provide our cattle with a diet of natural grasses and grains, without growth hormones or antibiotics. And since lean beef is healthier beef, we raise gourmet breeds such as Limousin and Charolais, for tender, delicious burgers, steaks and roasts that are naturally lower in fat. www.laurasleanbeef.com
Van Wie Natural Foods (NY) We are certified by the U.S.D.A. as producers of NATURAL PORK AND BEEF. In addition, we raise free-range chickens and turkeys. www.vanwienaturalmeats.com
Local restaurants that serve grass-fed beef Ann Arbor, Michigan area
Zingerman’s Roadhouse, Ann Arbor 2501 Jackson Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 663-3663 Our passion is to serve guests full-flavored, traditional, regional American foods in a down-to-earth restaurant atmosphere. http://www.zingermansroadhouse.com/
Local (Ann Arbor, Michigan) restaurants that serve healthier food Ann Arbor, Michigan area
Authentic Ethnic Restaurants—too many to list (Not Taco Bell or Olive Garden!)
Seva Vegetarian Restaurant
Ann Arbor, MI Café Zola—Omelets and crepes made with free-range eggs.
Ann Arbor, MI Ya Ya’s—Grilled skinless chicken—not breaded and deep fried in rancid oil!
Ypsilanti, MI Whole Foods Market—A huge prepared foods department for fast,
healthier meals! Noodles & Company—fresh salads and organic options.
*Unfortunately for our pocketbooks, it is the higher quality restaurants that serve the freshest, most nutritious meals. What we really need is to eat out less often, making it count most when we do. Our own kitchens offer the most thoughtful and well-balanced meals. Invite friends and family to share your kitchen creations, making eating at home more fun!
Farmers markets/Co-ops
Local resources for natural and nutrient-dense foods
Arbor Farms Serving the Ann Arbor since 1979, we offer local and organic produce; fresh Michigan grass-fed beef and organic lamb; Amish and organic chicken; natural pork and turkey; fresh seafood; gourmet deli; and breads and sweets from the area's finest bakeries. http://www.arborfarms.com/
Eastern Market
Detroit Eastern Market is the largest historic public market district in the United States. Every Saturday, Michigan's largest and most colorful market is host to more than 150 farmers and vendors from Michigan, Ohio, and Canada offering a cornucopia of fruits, vegetables, breads, baked
goods, jellies, jams, honey, apple cider, cheeses, spices,
herbs, plants and flowers. http://www.easternmarket.org/
Family Farms Cooperative 59498 Kirk Lake Rd., Vandalia, MI
1-269-476-8883
Family Farms' Cooperative is a collection of small dedicated families whose goal is to maintain a quality of life living on a sustainable farm. We are striving to produce a superior all
natural product and deliver it directly to the final customer. http://sites.google.com/site/familyfarmscoop/
Fresh Seasons Market
Fresh Seasons Market is owned and operated by Lynda and Ben Stahl who have built a small yet comprehensive indoor and outdoor market. It is fully stocked with hand — selected farm-fresh produce, packaged specialty foods, prepared meals, seasonal plants and much more in a welcoming
country market setting. http://www.freshseasonsmarket.com/
Peoples Food Cooperative
Ann Arbor's cooperative natural foods store and cafe...serving our community since 1971.
Community Farm, Ann Arbor A community farm is a group of people—farm members and growers—who share a vision and a commitment to the health of people and the land. In return for financial and moral support, the farm provides its members with a share of
the harvest, as well as a place to find balance, inspiration
and renewal. http://www.communityfarmofaa.org/
Growing Hope
Helping people improve their lives and communities through gardening and healthy food access. Growing Hope fosters learning, improves nutrition, encourages self-reliance, and promotes positive community futures. http://www.growinghope.net/
Hicks Dairy Farm
We are a small Dairy farm located in North Branch, MI. www.hicksorganicfood.com
Community gardens are popping up everywhere. Check your community and explore the possibilities!
Other food links
Eatwild.com Eatwild.com is your source for safe, healthy, natural and nutritious grass-fed beef, lamb, goats, bison, poultry, pork, dairy and other wild edibles. www.eatwild.com