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The following are provided as a convenience for our members.  Eastern Michigan University Credit Union does not endorse nor is responsible for the content of the sites, or the privacy policies thereof.  Members and consumers are encouraged to act with caution when transmitting any personal information online.  For information regarding EMU Credit Union's practices, please reference our Privacy Policy.

Following are links that you may find helpful in conducting any number of financial transactions:

• Accel Members Financial Management - An affiliate of EMU CU, Accel provides members with FREE personal financial assistance! Whether your question is about credit reports or planning a family budget, an Accel counselor can assist.
• Liberty Check Reorders - The Credit Union's vendor for check printing.  You can reorder your checks online via this site!
• NADA Guides - A useful resource for determining the relative value of a vehicle.  Helpful whether you're in the market to buy or sell, and very user friendly!
• Kelley Blue Books - Another useful resource for determining the value of a new or used vehicle.  Again very friendly to use.
• Enterprise Auto Sales - An affiliate for auto sales.  Enterprise vehicles undergo a rigorous inspection process and are fairly priced.
• CO-OP Financial Services - This site has a listing of all the surcharge free ATM machines, as well as providing other information about CO-OP Network services.
• CU Members Mortgage - Our affiliate for your mortgage needs, CU Members Mortgage has over 50 years of experience in the industry.  With a full spectrum of products, competetive rates & streamlined processes, CU Members Mortgage may have the home lending solution for you!
• Internal Revenue Service - Legitimate deduction or no?  The place for all your tax questions!
• Credit Unions Rock - A financial site geared towards young adults, with pertinent information about saving for college or getting a first car and the like.
• State of Michigan Unclaimed Property Division - Is the state government holding assets in your name?  Find out here and begin the process to reclaim any of your lost property.
• Michigan Secretary of State - This state site offers a variety of online services, including a way to sign up for the organ donor registry.  Also contains information for drivers about licenses and vehicle registration.
• U.S. Savings Bonds - This site is your official online source for information regarding paper savings bonds, including calculators so you can discover the worth of your bonds.
• EMU CU Visa Online Application - This secure site allows members to apply for an EMU CU Visa card online.  Members can expect a response to their request no later than the next business day, but many will typically hear within 4 hours.
• EMU CU Visa Online Statements - This site allows cardholding members to obtain their balance, account history, payment and purchase information for their EMU CU Visa.
• Annual Credit Reports - This site allows consumers to order their free annual credit reports from any of the three credit bureaus from the convenience of their home computer. 
• Direct Payment - This site offers a wealth of information for consumers about the safety and convenience of automatic debits for regular monthly bills, such as insurance premiums; utilities; and even such expenses as a health club membership.
• Payments Authority - Want to sign up for direct payments?  This site shows participating companies, and allows you to download sign up forms for those companies.
• Hannigan Insurance Agency - As a member of EMU CU, you may be eligible for a special group rate on personal auto, home, and other selected types of insurance from this agency.  Visit this site for more information about the types of insurance offered and then call 1-800-966-4768 for a free quote.  Be sure to mention your membership in EMU CU for the special rate!

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And without further ado, the *fun* stuff:

• Detroit Institute of the Arts - The DIA boasts one of the nation's most extensive art collections.  See and appreciate in person many pieces that are featured in art history books!
• Cranbrook Art Museum - Cranbrook Art Museum is a non-profit contemporary art museum, which not only has an impressive permanent collection but hosts various changing exhibitions as well. The Art Museum is part of Cranbrook Educational Community, which also includes Cranbrook's Academy of Art, Institute of Science, Schools and other affiliated cultural and educational programs.
• Toledo Art Museum - Our neighbor to the south can brag over the most extensive resident glass collection in the nation.  But there's also a great deal more to see, including a nice contemporary art gallery (be sure to visit the surrealist painting "Passage of a Smile" by Yves Tanguy - it's one of Kathy's favorites).

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• Henry Ford Museum/Greenfield Village - Whether indoors in the museum or outdoors in the village, there's plenty of educational (and fun!) things to entertain people of all ages.  The Village gives an idea of what it may have been like to be an American in an earlier time, whereas the Museum highlights objects of Americana from a variety of periods.  There's also an IMAX theater at the Museum.
• Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum - A great place to take the whole family!  The A^2 Hands-On Museum has countless interactive exhibits for curious minds.
• Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History - The museum spotlights African-American centered history, as the name would imply, and is located in the heart of Detroit's cultural center.
• Detroit Science Center - Located near the DIA and Museum of African American History, the Detroit Science Center is a great place to take curious young minds.  Interactive exhibits are sure to please as they educate!
• Detroit Zoo - Actually located near downtown Royal Oak, the Detroit Zoo is a fun place to spend an afternoon with an animal lover or two.  The Arctic Circle of Life exhibit is renowned for offering a unique view of polar bears.

• Performance Network - Ann Arbor's Professional Theatre performing dramas and comedies exploring themes close to our hearts.  Also occasionally hosts other events.
• Purple Rose Theatre - An intimate setting for shows that never disappoint, and are often penned by Michigan playwrights, the Purple Rose Theatre is located in Chelsea, MI.
• Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase - Laughter's the best medicine, no?  A^2 Comedy Showcase hosts comic veterans and newcomers alike, but they're all funny!
• University Musical Society - Hosting events celebrating every aspect of the performing arts, UMS has published a comprehensive schedule for their 125th season.
• Detroit Opera House - An ornate setting (and that's putting it mildly) for the home of the Michigan Opera Theatre.  If you've never seen a professional company perform an opera, it's definitely an experience you need to check into!

• Ypsilanti District Library - With the state-of-the-art facility on Whittaker Rd. and the recently remodeled branch on Michigan Ave., community residents are re-discovering the joy of the written word.  But there's more to this library than just books - take classes in basic computer skills, surf the Internet, or attend one of their specially offered programs!
• Ann Arbor District Library - Hosting a variety of community-based programs and an extensive book collection at several branches make this library a valuable resource for cardholders and visitors alike.

• Cedar Point - We're fortunate to live a reasonable drive to one of the world's premier amusement parks.  If you like roller coasters and the like, make sure to ride "Top Thrill Dragster" - it'll definitely be worth the wait!
• Geauga Lake & Wildwater Kingdom - Water park + amusement park = a great place for the whole family at a reasonable cost!
• Kings Island - Over 80 rides and attractions for everyone in the family!  Be sure to check out Hanna-Barbera Land™ for all that's new with Yogi and his gang...
• Michigan Renaissance Festival - See any of a number of playful & family friendly shows, browse at a variety of unique artisan booths and discover the wonder of the joust in Hollygrove!  The Ren Fest, as a veteran will call it, has an atmosphere of ease and delight that makes it worth visiting again and again.
• Movie Times via Yahoo - Whether it's the show time of the newest release or the obsure art film, this site should be able to provide you with the information you need.
  

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• Metro Times Publication - An online interactive guide to Detroit, which also hosts relevant articles about current issues.
• Current Publication - The online version of "Washtenaw County's Entertainment Source".  A great site to visit when you need to know when & where something is happening around town on any given night!
• Ticketmaster - An easy way to get tickets for concerts, shows & anything worth seeing!

• City of Detroit - Not only a good source of practical information about the latest developments in our area, but also provides valuable tips as to arts & entertainment.
• Ypsilanti Visitors Bureau - Who knew Ypsilanti would have a website?  Furthermore, who would have guessed that it'd be such a comprehensive site for information about the city we all love?
• SOS Community Services - Based in Ypsilanti, this organization aims to help our most destitute neighbors by helping homeless families find places to live and distributing food where needed.
  

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• Mapquest - The Turks of yore obviously didn't have access to the Internet.  There's no longer any danger in getting lost (unless of course you want to) as Mapquest will help you find your way around town, or just give you directions to our office (we always love to see you)!

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Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197
(734) 487-1033
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