4 GROUNDCOVER NEWS IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of Donna Marie McGaughy Donna Marie McGaughy, Groundcover vendor No. 310, passed away in April 2026. We remember Donna as small but mighty, full of stories and songs. She was often found on 4th Ave, with Angel (her stuffed monkey) enjoying a cigarette or selling Groundcover News. "No matter what was going on in the day, Donna was always happy — even if she was actually sad. She loved everybody and always had a smile on her face. She was a kind-hearted, caring person. I called her 'Little Bit.'" — Cindy Gere She will be missed by the Groundcover News family, and her neighbors and friends at Courthouse Square in downtown Ann Arbor. She is survived by her daughter. Donna and Angel If you don’t know, now ya know! I’m Donna & I have my sidekick Angel, We’re here to hang out With my family With the Groundcover sisters and brothers. If you don’t know anything about me, just ask my girl Panda and she will let you know more about me Groundcover has welcomed me & helped me a lot with financing. I appreciate everything they do for Angel & me. Just ask Panda about Angel & me Because if you don’t know, Now ya know. Originally published in the January 10, 2025 edition of Groundcover News community EVENTS CINETOPIA FILM FESTIVAL Saturday, May 13-17, 5-7 p.m. Michigan Theater. Cinetopia brings audiences and filmmakers together to celebrate bold cinema, independent voices and films you cannot see anywhere else. Experience a curated lineup designed by people who love film as much as you do. As one of Michigan’s premier film festivals, Cinetopia brings together independent films, Michigan-made shorts and fresh voices from around the world. Every selection is chosen for originality, perspective and impact. marquee-arts.org/cinetopia/ SPRING BAG SALE: FRIENDS OF THE ANN ARBOR DISTRICT LIBRARY Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.. Friends of the Ann Arbor District Library, 265 Parkland Plz. Sale of used books, puzzles, CDs, and other items. $5 per bag. HURON RIVER DAY Saturday, May 16, noon–4 p.m Riverside Park, 1000 Canal St., near downtown Ann Arbor. The afternoon festival will feature hands-on activities and games, live animals from Leslie Science & Nature Center, a kids' area with inflatables and face painting, a craft area, local eco-friendly exhibitor tables, food trucks and live entertainment. Noon: Festival opens; live music by Hullaballoo Band 1 p.m.: Belly dance performance and lesson by Karma Belly dance 2 p.m.: Live music by Margo Solomon teen band from Neutral Zone 3 p.m.: Alexander the Magician 4 p.m.: Festival concludes. YPSI FLEA MARKET Sunday, May 17, Ypsilanti Freighthouse, 100 Market Pl, Ypsi. Show and sale of vintage items ranging from the early 1930s to the 1990s, featuring clothing, jewelry, furniture, records and more. Concessions. Free admission and parking. REVOLUTIONARY FOOD GATHERING Tuesday, May 19, 5-7 p.m. Ann Arbor Friends Meeting House. Potluck and discussion to discover who we are in relationship to our food, the earth and each other. Hosted by Groundcover News and Purslane Commons. WOMEN’S WILDFLOWER WALK: ANN ARBOR PARKS AND RECREATION ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION Tuesday, May 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Scarlett-Mitchell Nature Area, Scarlett Middle School parking lot, 3300 Lorraine. Adults age 18 and up invited to take a 1-mile hike to learn about and look for wildflowers. Free, preregistration required at tinyurl. com/a2parksrec POEMS FOR THE PEOPLE: CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF ANN ARBOR POETRY & COMMUNITY Friday, May 22, 7-9 p.m. Pioneer High School Schrieber Auditorium, 610 W Stadium. Poetry readings by 2025 National Book Award Winner Patricia Smith, along with Ross Gay, Hanif Abdurraqib, Shira Erlichman, Sarah Kay, and other local poets and youth poets in honor of the retirement of longtime PHS creative writing director, and award winning poet, Jeff Kass. Tickets $15; $5 for students of all kinds. Purchase in advance at bit.ly/poemsforthepeople THE ROAD HOME SCREENING Thursday, May 28, 6 p.m. EMU Student Center, 900 Oakwood Street, Ypsilanti. The Road Home is a documentary exploring mental health, housing insecurity and homelessness in Washtenaw County, highlighting community efforts and challenges. Local organizations face fragmented responses, funding cuts and limiting support. The film's goal is to unite stakeholders, raise awareness and inspire collective action to ensure compassionate, sustainable solutions. After the film finishes, there will be a 4-5 person panel of speakers and a moderator from various commumity organizations. DANCE INTO ACTION Saturday, May 30, 4-8:30 p.m. hear. say brewing, 2350 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. Presented by Pilar's Foundation. Uniting to benefit local immigrant families. Live music by Jive Colossus, Killer Diller, Backbeat Manifesto. Food and drink from Pilar's Tamales and hear.say brewing. Purchase tickets at pilarsfoundation. org or inside Pilar's Tamales. ANNUAL TASTE OF ANN ARBOR: MAIN STREET AREA ASSOCIATION Sunday, May 31, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Main St. between William and Washington Streets. A chance to taste entrees and desserts from more than 30 downtown restaurants and cafes. Also, kids' activities and live music TBA. Free admission. Food tickets, $1 each (items range from 1-6 tickets each). Submit an event to be featured in the next edition: submissions@ groundcovernews.com MAY 15, 2026
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