
OFFSITE - Bonfire Night
Join Youth Now Climate Action for a free Bonfire Night at Leslie Science and Nature Center.

NZ Engage Fundraiser
SAVE THE DATE! Join Neutral Zone teens, staff and board members for our NZ Engage fundraiser soiree Saturday, November 8th at the Neutral Zone.
Come and enjoy music, performances, and refreshments while Neutral Zone teens pitch project ideas worth investing in

Musical Theater Program First Meeting
Our musical theater program will have a kick-off meeting on Wednesday, August 27th to discuss club name, crew heads and announce this year’s show.

First Day of Drop-in
Welcome back! Kick off the school year with a week of welcome activities in drop in. Details coming soon!

Neutral Zone Fall Kick-OFF
Drop in and learn about what this school year looks like at Neutral Zone! Meet staff & other teens, eat some pizza, and get a taste of our fall programs! Questions? Contact Britt Barron brittany@neutral-zone.org

Concert
We have a show coming up! Wednesday August 13th at 7pm and just $5 - see you there let's rock and roll! Wednesday, August 13th at the Neutral Zone B-Side venue. Come see local teen bands Reckless Manner & Wicked Cricket.

OFFSITE: STAMPS Gallery Tour
On Thursday, July 31, from 2 - 4 pm, NZ teens will be helping to lead a tour of the U of M STAMPS gallery exhibit... for other teens! Use the sign-up form and we'll connect to make sure you have everything you need to know

Summer Program Week 6
It’s Summer Finale Week! Come for Mini Book Club and Sustainable Fashion — and Thursday we’re hosting a Summer BBQ, with families welcome to join for a summer finale show at 4:30

Summer Program Week 5
This week’s features: Mural Design, Make a Music Video, “Yes, And” Improv, and Thursday is a field trip to the Hands-On Museum

Summer Program Week 4
It’s Earth Week! Join us for an Eco-Art Showcase, Songwriting, Creature Costumes (pt. 2) and Thursday, it’s Movie Day at NZ

Summer Program Week 3
This week’s features inclue Creature Costumes, Brain Hugs, Chopped! food challenges and on Thursday, join us for Fuller Pool Day

Summer Program Week 2
This week, check out: Creative Writing, Fairy Doors, Tie Dye and on Thursday, we’ll hike to the Arb

NZ Summer Festival Takeover
Neutral Zone is happy to join the A2SF for a dynamic Annex Takeover in 2025! For one vibrant day, the Neutral Zone transforms the Annex into a creative playground where music and art collide.

Summer Program Week 1
This week’s features: Building a band, Photography, Free Library and Thursday EMU Photowalk

OFFSITE: Aquarium Art Show at Ann Arbor Art Center
Come on over at the Ann Arbor Art Center for a youth art show reception

Summer Welcome Kickoff
Come on down to NZ for our Summer Program Kickoff! Whether you’re new to Neutral Zone or a long-time regular, come hang out for refreshments and games to check out summer programs. Free and open to all teens entering grades 9-12 in the fall. Parents/caregivers welcome!

Consent Matterz Zine Release Party
Join the Consent Matterz program for a Zine Release Party. Free food, activities, music and consent resources. Free and open to all ages, focused on high schoolers.

Recognition Night
Join us for our 2025 Youth Recognition Night - a special evening celebrating the brilliant teens of the Neutral Zone community.

Pride Prom 2025
Riot Youth presents Pride Prom - Garden Party. A prom for everyone with a Wonderland twist!

Youth Changemakers - Washtenaw County Youth Commission Open Meeting
Calling all teens in Washtenaw County! The County Youth Commission is inviting all youth who are leading or interested in leading critical community work to come together on April 27th.
Share what you are working on, voice your concerns for the county, help others with their efforts and get a state of the county update from Commissioner Crystal Lyte.

Youth Driven Spaces Conference
The YDS Conference is planned by teens and aims to connect youth-driven organizations across Southeast Michigan for community, connection and learning. Each participant will attend workshops where they’ll explore topics for youth by youth. We will also give out a total of $5,000 to 5-6 selected groups who apply to do project pitches. Organizations can register up to 7 teens and 2 adults. Lunch is included with registration.
This year's conference will take place on Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 to 4:00, at Eastern Michigan University's McKenny Hall.
Register your youth-adult team by April 4!

Workshop & Concert - Chiptune 8-bit TECH
Come to this two part workshop + concert at the Neutral Zone featuring live chiptune music and glitch art. Learn how to make glitch art and chiptune music and stick around for a concert featuring chiptune music from Hypnogram and NMLSTYL as well as live glitch art from Errata.

Potential Art Show
Neutral Zone presents Potential - the 42nd annual juried art show for high school aged youth. Artists - apply by March 14th!

DJ Hunny Event
Join DJ Hunny and artist Phung Huynh for an evening of DJing, culture and donut decorating!

Battle of the Bands
Do you have what it takes to win Battle of the Bands? Are you a soloist with the mostest? Sign up! All teens are encouraged to participate!


LGBTQIA+ Executive Order Discussion
Come together at NZ or join via Zoom for this educational presentation by Equality Michigan for information, resources and advice on rights and safety

Chimera
Chimera is an immersive exhibition that explores the origins and journey of the bejeweled figure in flames from Build or Destroy. Join us after circle, for this free trip to this exhibit Thursday, Feb 20th after circle to celebrate Black History Month!!

Offsite: NZ at Northstar Benefit
Join us at Northstar Lounge for teen poets and musicians for an NZ benefit.

Groove Project
Come join this exciting drumming experience, Wednesday, February 12th at 4pm. Materials will be provided, and this event is free - no experience necessary!

Open Mic
Join us and take the stage with your song, poetry, stand-up, and anything you can think of to share with a supportive audience! Free.

CANCELED - Battle of the Bands Scrimmage
The scrimmage is canceled, but Battle of the Bands is still happening March 8th. Stay tuned for details!