FRIENDS IN DEED

ANN ARBOR, MI -- Those who have wanted to try rappelling down an Ann Arbor skyscraper now have the chance — and for a good cause. Registration is now open for “Over the Edge,” a fundraiser that will see participants rappelling down the 14-story The Graduate Ann Arbor hotel on Saturday, July 30. To participate, rappelers must raise at least $1,000 each or create a team of six to raise $5,000. For more information or to register to fundraiser, visit the Friends In Deed website. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Former Ann Arbor human resources director let go after 6 months in University of Michigan job2 Michigan beaches under contamination advisories for bacteriaMDOT to begin $7.9M resurfacing project on scenic Upper Peninsula highway

Get a thrill and fundraise at the third annual "Over The Edge" event in downtown Ann Arbor.

Ever wanted to rappel down a 14-story building? Now could be your chance.

ANN ARBOR, MI – An Ann Arbor library book checked out more than 80 years ago has finally found its way back to the library. 83 years later: Overdue book makes its way back to Ann Arbor libraryThe Ann Arbor District Library’s drop box revealed a surprise to staff in late May -- a book that had been overdue for more than 80 years. The book, titled ‘Social Studies in the Public Schools of Ann Arbor, Michigan,’ was checked out by Mary Rowland Fisher and due back by the fall of 1938. Rappel from an Ann Arbor high-rise hotel and help raise funds for families in needAn October rappelling event in downtown Ann Arbor hopes to raise $150,000 for Washtenaw County families in need. The event gives people the opportunity to rappel down the side of the Graduate Ann Arbor hotel.

ANN ARBOR, MI – An October rappelling event in downtown Ann Arbor hopes to raise $150,000 for Washtenaw County families in need. The event gives people the opportunity to rappel down the side of the Graduate Ann Arbor hotel. Participants who raise enough money for the event can rappel down the front of the building facing Huron Street, organizers said. Funds raised by the congregation for the “Push Your Pastor” option are split equally between the congregation and Friends In Deed. Last year, the event raised more than $110,000, organizers said.

ANN ARBOR Washtenaw County-based nonprofit Friends In Deed has partnered with Over The Edge for a one-of-a-kind fundraising event in downtown Ann Arbor later this season. On Sept. 5, participants who raise enough money for the event will have the chance to rappel down the 14-story Graduate Ann Arbor hotel. Friends In Deed supports families throughout the county who are in crisis and experiencing transportation issues, are in need of utilities assistance and basic furniture. Friends In Deed also offers programs designed to lift families out of poverty. For more information, to nominate a friend or colleague or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, visit the events website.