Excursions
Chelsea ·
Dexter ·
Manchester ·
Saline
Lutz Orchards
11030 Macon, corner of Braun [map]
429–5145Pick your own apples (many uncommon varieties) each fall. Honey and other treats.
Makielski's Berry Farm
7130 Platt [map]
572–0060; 434–3673A 20-acre raspberry patch open for picking late July–late Oct., daily 8 a.m.–8 p.m. The late-season berry crop is insecticide free. U-pick pumpkins, squash, blackberries, and melons in season. www.makielskiberryfarm.com
Pittsfield Union Grange
3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Mailing address: 4222 Dexter Townhall Rd., Dexter, 48130 [map]
426–0241Hosts Apple Day (4th Sat. in Sept.), and monthly family dances (third Sun. 2–4 p.m.) during the school year. Other groups use the grange hall for dances. Meetings, open to the public, third Wed. 6:30 p.m. most months (potluck followed by program). Call for confirmation. www.pittsfieldgrange.org
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