Hundreds of artists and visitors will be heading to Ann Arbor this week to take part in the Ann Arbor Art Fair. From July 20-23, the Ann Arbor Art Fair hosts several different fairs, all located in or near downtown Ann Arbor. There will be a variety of artists showing off and selling their art all weekend long. You can find everything from highly contemporary works to very traditional crafts including glass, painting, ceramics, photography, jewelry, fiber, wood and more! There will also be several food courts set up throughout the street fair serving delicious food and drinks.

Trinity will be providing a shuttle to the art fair from Huron High School. We will offer two different drop off points: Fletcher and Washington and South University at Forest. Parking is free at Huron High school and the round-trip ticket cost is $3 for adults and is free for children under five. Our shuttle will be available on Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.

Trinity will also be providing a shuttle leaving from Pioneer High school on Sunday only from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with $3 round trips and free rides for children under five.

Trinity Transportation takes pride in giving back to all of the hard working employees. An event outside of work was scheduled as a way for the company to thank all of the dispatchers for all their hard work this past year. The idea of going to Painting with a Twist had come up, and Human Resources took the lead with organizing the event. Painting with a twist pairs instructional art with a lively instructor to produce works of art. Step by step instructions with experienced and enthusiastic local artists take place to make for a fun memory.

All dispatchers from all locations within all 3 divisions were invited to come and enjoy a night painting with their fellow coworkers. Trinity Transportation’s Regional Operations Manager, Dave Holls, was also in attendance. “Trinity has over 35 dispatchers throughout its many divisions and locations, and each of them works hard to ensure our operations run smoothly 24 hours a day. It can be a challenging position at times, especially during our busy seasons, but as an organization we always want to recognize the efforts of our team. That is why we organized this dispatcher appreciation event. It allowed our team to get together outside of work, have some fun, and we could thank them for all that they do.”

Trinity Transportation plans to do fun outside of work activities like this for all of their departments as a way to give back and thank them for all of their hard work!

Want to join in on the fun too? Trinity Transportation is hiring! Check out our job postings here!

Trinity Transportation held their Annual Company Picnic on Saturday, June 17th 2017, at Lake Erie Metropark to show appreciation for their employees. It turned out to be a perfect day to enjoy delicious food, music, prizes and relax with some friendly faces.

Celebrating a company who has brought so many families together for over 35 years takes place every year in June. With terminals all across Southeast Michigan and one in Ohio, hundreds of employees and their families all come out for a picnic put on by management to show appreciation for all of their hard work. The day was filled with warm weather, waterslides and bounce houses for kids, ice-cream trucks, a DJ, delicious food and loads of prizes to win! There was no better way to celebrate the beginning of summer.

Prizes this year ranged from grills to bikes. Each employee received a raffle ticket as they checked in to the picnic. Anticipation arose as each raffle ticket was called off by Human Resources Director, Renee Thornton.

While the picnic was wrapping up at around 5:00 p.m., there was a lot of food left over. Trinity Transportation’s President, Jerry Sheppard, decided it would be great to have the food donated to those in need. Over 1,000 lbs. of food was donated to Feeding Detroit and Downriver Area, which is a community-based group who help the less fortunate and are “funded” 100% by donations. Those donations were able to feed over 94 people. Days later, the group picked up several boxes of cookies, chips and other snacks which were being donated as well.

To see all the fun Trinity employees had with their friends and family, check out the pictures on our Facebook.

Looking to join in on the fun next year? Trinity Transportation is always hiring.

It’s officially summer! Time to break out the sun screen and take time off work to enjoy all the activities Michigan has to offer. Below we have listed some of our favorite locations in Michigan to enjoy the weather. Don’t forget about Trinity’s vast fleet of vehicles that can solve any of your transportation needs this summer!

Porcupine Mountains

The Porcupine Mountains in Ontonagon, Michigan is a perfect getaway for the adventurous type. There are several activities you can participate in, including canoeing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking and hiking.

Traverse City

One of Michigan’s most beautiful beach towns is Traverse City. Play along miles of sugar-sand beaches, visit the magnificent Sleeping Bear Dunes, sail on a Tall Ship, watch a parade, go to a drive-in movie, or eat cherry pie from the Cherry Capital of the World.

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Mackinac Island

Mackinac has a wide variety of things to do on the island. Biking is a popular past time with over 70 miles of natural and paved trails. Bicycles are available to rent in a wide array from single-speed, five-speed, ten-speed, tandems, etc… Visiting the Grand Hotel is something that I suggest everyone does on Mackinac Island. Built during the Victorian era, this enormous hotel is stunning and well groomed, hosting a variety of colorful plants and flowers.

Camping

Michigan has a number of state and private campgrounds individuals can appreciate. Enjoy camping near sandy beaches, lighthouses and bays. Hop a ferry to Mackinac Island, a charming auto-free vacation escape. Inland, lakes and rivers sparkle amid pine forests, where a tent, cabin or RV makes a great base for fishing, hiking and other outdoor pursuits.

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Whether you have family reunion or a group trip up north, Trinity Transportation is here to help! Trinity has a vast fleet of vehicles that can solve any of your transportation needs this summer! Head over to Trinity Transportation to check out our fleet and to request a quote or call 877.284.4200

Memorial Weekend Events Happening in Metro Detroit

The eagerly awaited long weekend is almost upon us! Memorial weekend begins Friday, May 26th through Monday the 29^th. Don’t have any plans yet? Check out some events located in Metro Detroit!

Eddie Money at DTE: May 26

Marking his 26^th consecutive year being the venue’s season opener, Eddie Money will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 26^th. His featured openers are Dez Money and the Faze and Tripper. Tickets are available at palacenet.com.

SoSoSUMMER 17 Tour: May 26

Catch Jermaine Dupri’s “SoSoSUMMER 17 Tour” at the Fox Theatre on May 26^th. Hip Hop Smackdown 2 takes the stage the next night which features Mystikal, Ying Yang Twins, Too Short and Lil Jon. Tickets for both shows are available at olympiaentertainment.com.

Movement: May 27-29

This Electronic Music Festival has been going on since 2000 and has been a largely anticipated music festival in Detroit. Originally called Detroit Electronic Music Festival, over 100 performances are scheduled to take over Hart Plaza during the 3 days. The main headliner taking the stage Saturday is techno pioneer Richie Hawtin and headlining Sunday is electronic music artist and producer deadmau5. One or three-day tickets can be purchased at movement.us/tickets

Civil War Remembrance at Greenfield Village: May 27-29

During Memorial Weekend, become a part of living history as Union and Confederate reenactors, bustling camps and period music take over Greenfield Village for a Civil War remembrance event. On May 28, the programming for Civil War Remembrance will be extended until 9 p.m. On May 29, The Henry Ford will host a Memorial Day Commemoration ceremony on the village green starting at 12:00 pm with a National Moment of Silence at 3 p.m. signaled by the Armington & Sims shop whistle.

Admission to Civil War Remembrance is $27 for adults, $24.50 for seniors 62 and older, and $20.25 for youth ages 3 to 11. Children ages two and younger get in free. Visit thehenryford.org/current-events/calendar/civil-war-remembrance/ for more information.

Dearborn Memorial Day Parade: May 29

Come watch Michigan’s longest running Memorial Day parade in Dearborn at 10:00 a.m. Running west on Michigan Ave. from Maple Street to the Henry Ford Centennial Library, the parade this year will salute “women in the military.” It’s one of the country’s largest Memorial Day parades and going on its 93^rd year. The parade will have over 60 marching groups, 8 school bands, hundreds of veterans, and a Coast Guard helicopter flyover.

Enjoy one of these events as well as the drive there and back in one of our Trinity vehicles. Check out which choice is best for you and book your ride here.