Join us every Friday morning, June – August, to hear award-winning children’s books read aloud in the Children’s Garden. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required. Learn more: STORYTIME Fridays at 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
It's back to school time but do-nut stress! Join us to celebrate back to school with donuts for breakfast, games, and a craft at this open house, station-based program. Registration is required. Register: DO-NUT STRESS - BACK TO SCHOOL Friday, August 18, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am
Are you on your way to Kindergarten? Join us this summer for this fun learning series. It is geared towards children entering kindergarten but all ages are welcome. Learn more: GET READY FOR KINDERGARTEN July 28, August 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 10:30 - 11 AM
Pull back the curtain and discover the science that brings the magical world of live performance to life! Explore the physics of dance, play with the mechanics of sound, and learn about the simple machines found behind the scenes that make events at the Center happen. Recommended for kids in grades PreK - 8 $4 […]
School's going to start back up soon, are you prepared? We're giving away multiple back-to-school prizes, backpacks and more on August 18th from 2-4:30pm to get you and your student geared up for the school year. But you have to be here for the chance to win! HALF OFF ADMISSION, and with STEM activities, games […]
Main Street comes alive from 6PM – 9PM with live music and street performers EVERY FRIDAY from May 26th thru September 1st. Discover talented musicians from around the state as well as some local favorites. Face painting, balloon twisting and magicians, oh my! The lineup changes weekly, so be sure to check the website for […]
Come see our theatre youth as they debut their hard work to bring "The Rainbow Fish" to the BPAC stage! Students only have 2 weeks from the beginning of rehearsals to performance date! Get your tickets ($10), and come show support for community theatre, and these amazing, talented kids! This large-cast musical features a variety […]
Movies Under The Stars is a summer outdoor movie series with family films projected onto a 30 foot movie screen. Pre-party kicks off at 7:00 p.m. and includes games and activities for children with the movie beginning at dusk. Learn more: MOVIES UNDER THE STARS Friday, August 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
The 85th annual Midland County Fair Midway Entertainment, Free Entertainment, Fair Week Camping, Small Animal Auction and Large Animal Auction Cost: General Admission to the Midland Fair is always FREE. Parking Parking Sunday, August 13, 2023 (Set up Day) $5.00 per vehicle, per visit. Fair Days Parking Monday, August 14, 2023 - Saturday, August 19, […]
Pull back the curtain and discover the science that brings the magical world of live performance to life! Explore the physics of dance, play with the mechanics of sound, and learn about the simple machines found behind the scenes that make events at the Center happen. Recommended for kids in grades PreK - 8 $4 […]
Join Midland Center for the Arts and STEM leaders from around the community for our annual STEM Discovery Day! Participate in hands-on experiments, talk to real professionals in fields from leading industries, and enjoy electric science demonstrations! Only $5 or FREE for Museum Members! Tickets include Daily Admission on SAT, AUG 19 for our current […]
Hosted by the Standish Chamber of Commerce the Standish Strong Event is sure to be a day filled with fun! There will be a 5K Color Run in the morning and then sidewalk sales, craft/vendor and business booths to browse through during the day. There will also be lots of activities for the kids including […]
Are you ready for some hands on experience? Join us on Aug. 19, 20th 10am to 5pm for our Reptile Weekend. We will have games, crafts, an educational reptile show, photo opportunities and close up encounters. Order your tickets here/prices apply
Join us on Aug. 19, 20th for our Reptile Weekend. We will have games, crafts, an educational reptile show, photo opportunities and close up encounters. Cost: Adult: $16, Senior $13, Child $14 Learn more: REPTILE WEEKEND August 19 at 10 AM - 5 PM August 20 at 11 AM - 5 PM
Join us on Saturday August 19th, 2023 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM for a hike at one of the CWC’s underappreciated preserves. Much of the 79-acre Peterson Natural Area is composed of open fields that are perfect for summer wildflowers. We’ll find different species of wildflowers in the wet meadow along the creek that bisects the […]
Learn more: MUSIC FROM THE MARSH Saturdays at 7 PM
Are you ready for some hands on experience? Join us on Aug. 19, 20th 10am to 5pm for our Reptile Weekend. We will have games, crafts, an educational reptile show, photo opportunities and close up encounters. Order your tickets here/prices apply
Join us on Aug. 19, 20th for our Reptile Weekend. We will have games, crafts, an educational reptile show, photo opportunities and close up encounters. Cost: Adult: $16, Senior $13, Child $14 Learn more: REPTILE WEEKEND August 19 at 10 AM - 5 PM August 20 at 11 AM - 5 PM
Pull back the curtain and discover the science that brings the magical world of live performance to life! Explore the physics of dance, play with the mechanics of sound, and learn about the simple machines found behind the scenes that make events at the Center happen. Recommended for kids in grades PreK - 8 $4 […]
Step back in time at CNC's log cabin, timber frame barn and one-room school for a family-friendly afternoon at the Homestead Farm and Log Schoolhouse. Weekly themed activities will be available throughout the afternoon. You may get to try your hand at grinding corn, pumping water, writing on a slate board, working in the garden, […]
Learn more: LAWN CHAIR FILM FESTIVAL
Stop inside the Youth Services Maker's Space on Monday, August 21 for our Kid's Craft Lab! Materials will be provided to create flying pterodactyl puppets! No registration is required for this event. While supplies last. First come, first served. Learn more: KID'S CRAFT LAB Monday, August 21, 2023 9:00am - 7:00pm
Storytime Yoga w/the Wirt Library, in partnership with the downtown Bay City Feet on the Street! Join us downtown on the Saginaw Street Turf (weather permitting). Designed for ages 2-6 but older and younger siblings welcome. This class will bring you and your little yogis together for a fun and engaging yoga class, themed around […]
Join us at Sage Library on Mon, Aug 21 for Tools for Talking! For children ages 0-24 months + Adult. We begin at 11 am. Craft supplies and directions will be available for parents to build a page for a baby busy book. Toys will be out for children to play while adults craft and […]
Kristi from the Castle Museum will be bringing this fun and educational program to Butman-Fish Library. Children ages 5-12 are welcome and under 7 need an adult helper. Learn more: JUNIOR ARCHAEOLOGY Monday, August 21, 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Events and times subject to change without notice. For most accurate information, please contact event organizers directly.