Audiences of all ages will be treated to great music throughout the summer at the beautiful Palmer Schau Platz in Memorial Park every Sunday from June 25th to August 13th. […]
KIDS DAILY CALENDAR
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Mon, Jun 26, 2023, 9:00 AM EDT – Thu, Jun 29, 2023, 12:00 PM EDT CMU, Education and Human Services Building, room 134, 195 Ojibway Ct, Mount Pleasant, MI 2nd - 3rd Grade Meets on campus from 9am to 12pm (noon), June 26 - 29 Taught by Marilyn Lindsay, an instructor at Renaissance Public Academy […]
$25
AGES 0-3 ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND THIS FUN TIME WITH MS. ASHLEY KELLER AND MRS. EMMONS FOR MUSIC AND STORIES! Learn more: MUSIC FOR LITTLES JUNE 26TH AND JULY 17TH […]
Free
We are thrilled to announce a June 26th start for our Free History Tours series! Our intrepid guides, Sherry and Nancy, are warming put their mics and preparing lots of great stories for Season 26. Our community-minded funders provide these tours at no cost to you: Wolgast Corporation, 1st State Bank, Ieuter Insurance Group, Bay […]
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Join the Bay County Historical Society and Bay County Library System for story Time at the Trombley house. Join Ms. Dani from the Sage Library to celebrate history with stories, songs and activities. Theme: Toys Learn more: STORY TIME Wed, June, 28, July 26, August 30 at 9:30am – 10:00am
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Come to the Midland Area Farmers Market! We will be reading books, singing songs, and moving creatively while building early literacy skills. (The grass may be damp, so bring something comfy to sit on.) In case of poor weather, cancellation notices will be posted on our website and social media by 9am. Learn More: FARMER'S […]
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Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn and take part in other fun activities like stories, performers, touch-a-trucks, free books, and more! See our online calendar for specific details about before and after lunch programs. This program will be […]
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RSVP by calling 989-653-8323 Learn more: NURTURING NATURE June 29 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM
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Join us for an evening of music and fireworks. Cost: $5/ car Learn more: FIREWORKS June 29 at 4 PM
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EVENT DETAILS (Registration Required) Head over to Mid-Michigan College Mt. Pleasant Campus | CLAB 313 for the 4th of July Cookie Decorating class. If you are a cookie beginner, have limited experience with sugar cookies, find yourself frustrated with royal icing, this class is for you! This class is for the beginner cookier or for the person […]
$40
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Soar like a bird with us! Join us for activities, games, and storytime to celebrate all migratory birds. Cost: Infants 11 months and under: FREE Children ages 1-17: $7.00 Adults: […]
$7
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We will be having an ongoing Harry Potter Movie Series, showing a movie every 3 weeks. For each movie you attend, you can enter to have a chance to win the Harry Potter books series. You do not need to attend every movie, but each one you do, gives you another chance to win. Winner […]
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Enjoy a beautiful fireworks display over Frankenmuth to celebrate Independence Day! Held on July 3rd around 9:30PM, the show lasts for 20 minutes and is viewable throughout the city. They will be launched from Heritage Park. Learn more: FIREWORKS July 3 at 9:30 PM
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Join us for “Play Days”! Experience Bay Shore Camp’s new ministry – Faith Quest! We will be hosting “Play Days” at the Faith Quest facilities on Farver Rd. in Gagetown, MI on July 3-6. There will be lots of things to do for the entire family, including; inflatables, archery, canoing, mini-golf, crafts, climbing wall, catch […]
$5
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Please join us as a sponsor for the 2023 Ojibway Island Fourth of July Celebration Fireworks display and help give our community a special event to be proud of. The […]
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Join us for live music, food and beverage vendors, and an awesome fireworks display Learn more: 4TH OF JULY Tuesday, July 4, 2023 @ 8 PM
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While traveling to California for the dispute of the final race of the Piston Cup against The King and Chick Hicks, the famous Lightning McQueen accidentally damages the road of the small town Radiator Springs and is sentenced to repair it. Lightning McQueen has to work hard and finds friendship and love in the simple […]
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Join The Castle Museum and Saginaw Public Libraries for this Summer FUN Event-Riveting Rockets for Kids! Event is FREE. No Pre-registration Required. Just Drop In anytime between 10 AM and […]
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Chalk the block with kindness - stop by the Wirt branch to create sidewalk chalk with messages encouraging kindness around our library city block. (Program will be cancelled for inclement weather.) No registration is required. Learn more: CHALK the BLOCK Wednesday, July 5, 2023 10:30am - 12:30pm
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Re-imagine local maps by adding or subtracting images, words, or whole other places! Register: MAP SCRAP ART Wednesday, July 5, 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Learn more: REPCO WILDLIFE July 6 at 10:30 AM
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Discover what kind of aquatic life lives in ponds, lakes, and wetlands! You will use your observation skills to identify different bug species, learn about their habitat, and the food […]
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Learn more: REPCO WILDLIFE July 6 at 2 PM
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Join us for a family event featuring captivating story time about the legendary Japanese prince and princess. Explore fascinating books on Japan brought by the Mobile Outreach Vehicle. Get creative […]
Free
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EAA Chapter 1093 is proud to participate in the Experimental Aircraft Association Young Eagle's Program. YE is a program that provides free airplane flights for youth aged 8-17. These flights typically last about 10-20 minutes in length. Preregistration is required. Register: YOUNG EAGLE FLIGHTS July 8 & August 12 at 9 AM – 12 PM
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Come be a part of the 35th Annual Butterfly Count! New and experienced butterfly enthusiasts are invited to spend a few hours or the entire day searching CNC property during this citizen science project to report as many butterflies as we can find. Small groups will head into the fields and woods so we can […]
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Free movie series at the Court Street Theater, bring the kids to enjoy an afternoon movie every Saturday & Sunday. Movies run from Saturday, June 17th until Sunday, August, 13, […]
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Learn more: LAWN CHAIR FILM FESTIVAL
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Ordinary soap bubble solution can create volcano bubbles, tornado bubbles, kaleidoscope bubbles and much more! Learn more; BUBBLEMAN Monday, July 10, 2023 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join us for a unique crafting experience as we use the Glowforge laser cutter to create wooden cacti in the MidLab. Teens will learn how to format designs and cut wood on the Glowforge as well as assemble their very own wooden cactus. Register: WOODEN CACTUS CRAFT Monday, July 10, 2023 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Family, station-based drop in program. Join our "on-the go" community of curiosity each Tuesday throughout the summer, no registration required. Investigative and hands-on fun activities that will spark your interest in science, technology, engineering, art and math. No registration is required. Learn more: SUMMER OF S.T.E.A.M July 11, 18, 25, and August 1 11:00am - […]
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Come and help beautify the library sidewalk with Ness! One sidewalk square per family. Chalk will be provided as well as water and popsicles! Learn more: CHALK IT UP WITH […]
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Use embroidery floss to make a friendship bracelet for a friend or family member. Join Miss Sam in the Youth Services Makerspace at 2 PM on Tuesday, July 11th to learn how to make friendship bracelets. Register: FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS Tuesday, July 11, 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Join us Saturday, August 12th for this year’s Ducky Derby presented by Jolt Credit Union • Fun family activities • Ducky Derby rubber duck race * Take part in the duck race by adopting a duck for just $5, for a chance to waddle away with prizes, including a $1,000 cash award! • Rubber duck […]
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The Midland Downtown Business Association invites visitors to tee off downtown for Mini Golf on Main, happening July 12-22, 2023. This free event allows guests of all ages to test their skills at putting greens located throughout Downtown Midland. Putting green locations are to be announced. Putters, golf balls, scorecards and pencils will be provided. […]
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Join us at the library for fur, fun and spreading happiness. Staff from the Humane Society of Midland County will be visiting to collect the pet food and toys that you've donated. Learn about what the shelter does and how they care for the adoptable pets. Learn more: SHELTER PET MEET & GREET Wed, July […]
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Learn more: CIRQUE AMONGUS July 13 at 9 AM - 12 PM
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Join GADML staff at Phoenix Community Farm for some fun outdoor storytimes featuring stories, songs, and dancing! Registration is not required. In case of poor weather, cancellation notices will be posted on our website and social media by 9:00am. Learn more: STORYTIME AT PHOENIX COMMUNITY FARM July 13 & August 10 at 10 AM
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Adventure upward into the trees in this rare outdoor experience! This class is perfect for children up to the challenge of using their own leg, core, and arm strength to pull themselves up into a tree using a moving-rope system. Helmets, child-size climbing harnesses, and guidance will be provided by a trained specialist. Designated procedures […]
$18
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This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 6 mos-2 yrs w/adult Learn More: WEE STROLL 2nd Friday of the month April-Oct, 9:30-10:30 am
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Join us for sensory play and fun for babies! Ages 0-2 + Adult are invited to attend. Register: BABY PLAYGROUND Friday, July 14, 2023 10:30am - 11:30am
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Get out of the heat and come join us in the Hoyt Auditorium for an afternoon of popcorn and summer movie fun! Today's movie: Mamma Mia! (2008) starring Meryl Streep and Pierce Brosnan. Learn more: SUMMER MOVIE SERIES Friday, July 14, 2023 2:00pm - 3:45pm
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Meet an Interpretive Naturalist at the Wetlands Area parking lot to find wild snakes and learn about their important role in the ecosystem. We will visit different habitats to see what species can be found. This program will get off trail; light colors and long pants are strongly recommended. FREE | Ages: 9+, under 18 […]
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Experience an encampment of historical reenactors representing the many eras of America’s history during this free educational and family-friendly event at Frankenmuth River Place Shops! Visit and tour military camps ranging from the French & Indian War through the Revolutionary War, and shop at historical vendors. Activities and events include flag-raising ceremonies, fashion shows with […]
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To register please call us at (989) 475-4171 Must register by 7/14/2023 (limited space available) Learn more: YOGA CLASS July 15 at 11 AM
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The Dow GLBI is an annual LPGA tournament, which includes a week-long series of events to celebrate the region and make it an even better place to live and work through charitable contributions, volunteerism, and by partnering with local businesses to support sustainable economic growth. The whole family is invited to take place in the […]
Free – $60
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Stop inside the Youth Services Makers Space on Monday, July 17 for our all day Kid's Craft Lab! Materials will be provided to construct a three dimensional house! Add one word to the front of your house that you think best describes your home or community. Turn in your finished artwork to the Youth Services […]
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Register: Text Amy at 989-992-1803 July 17 at 1 - 2 PM
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PaleoJoe has been digging dinos for years - and he'll be at the library showing us his casts and fossils! Learn all about the prehistoric creatures and the world they lived in. Learn more: PALEO JOE Monday, July 17, 2023 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join us for Community Helpers StoryTime and Touch-a-Truck event at the Coleman Area Library. Learn more: TOUCH-A-TRUCK & STORYTIME Tue, July 18, 10:30am – 11:30am
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Pack your lunch and head to the Lanigan Pavilion at the end of the Homestead Road to munch alongside CNC's Eastern Box Turtle. We will talk about Box Turtle’s journey to Michigan and how his species’ special traits help them survive in the wild. Camp chairs are recommended as picnic table seating is limited. FREE […]
Free
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Learn how animals’ lives are connected and learn about the delicate balance that allows them to survive. Register: LESLIE SCIENCE & NATURE CENTER Tuesday, July 18, 2023 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Come to the library on Wednesday, July 19th between 9:30-11:30 AM to learn about and look at the different trucks that keep our city running at our annual Touch-a-Truck event. Raindate: Thursday, July 20th from 9:30-11:30 AM Hosted in the library parking lot. Learn more: TOUCH-A-TRUCK Wednesday, July 19, 2023 9:30am - 11:30am
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Join The Castle Museum and Bay City Visitor Center for this Summer FUN Event-Michigan Animals! Event is FREE. No Pre-registration Required. Just Drop In anytime between 10 AM and 1 PM at the Castle Museum. Learn more: MICHIGAN ANIMALS July 19 at 10 Am - 1 PM
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In 2019, we introduced the STEM in Sports Center. This year, the STEM Center will offer a variety of engaging, hands-on experiences in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics related to golf, baseball, hockey, tennis, and racing. This is free for all spectators Wednesday – Saturday and we will even be teaming up […]
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Learn more: 4H MEET & GREET ANIMALS July 20 at 9:30 -11 AM
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Learn more: BE KIND TO OUR PLANET July 20 at 10:30 AM
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Beverly, the Music Lady is ready to share new songs and discover new sounds highlighting themes of Kindness, Friendship and Unity! This program will take place outdoors on the library's lawn as part of our Summer Lawn Series. Please bring lawn chairs or a blanket. In case of inclement weather, we will move inside to […]
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This event aims to bring together students who are interested in pursuing a career in various skilled trades fields, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, welding, HVAC, pipe fitting, and more. This event will provide high school students with a unique opportunity to interact with industry professionals, gain insights into different trades, and explore potential career […]
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Join an Interpretive Naturalist at Averill Preserve to learn about some of Michigan’s native reptiles and amphibians! From snakes to frogs, we’ll discuss how these special animals help keep our ecosystems healthy. Lawn chairs and blankets recommended as seating is limited. Meet At Little Forks Conservancy's Averill Preserve pavilion, 657 E Wackerly Rd, Sanford, MI […]
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Tap into your creative side and learn to make your own survival bracelets and key chains out of paracord! Paracord line was originally used with parachutes. Youth will learn different weaving patterns and how to map out measurements to make different sized bracelets. Participants will be able to take home what they make! Registration for […]
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Many people enjoy watching Ruby Throated Hummingbirds at their feeders during the birds' annual summer visit to Michigan. Have you wondered what their nest looks like, how many young they […]
Free
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Do you know how to crochet, but you just want to make something different? Using the shell stitch, you can make a quick and easy lanyard or keychain in no time! We will provide all of the materials. Stitches used: chain, single, and double crochet. Join us for a morning of fun! Register: LET'S CROCHET […]
Free
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The children's mixed media are program will teach your artists how to combine water color, colored pencils and markers on heavy weight paper. The designs will be preprinted ahead of time. Register: PAINTERLY POTTERY Saturday, July 22, 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Looking for a fun and safe place for you and your child to play and meet new friends? Parents and children 0 to 5 years of age, are invited to […]
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We hope you will bring your preschooler to our special storytime at Hoyt, where we will have special guests reading their favorite stories from their childhood. In between the stories we will sing some jumpy songs, and we'll end our time with a craft. Stop in and see us! Learn more: MULTIGENERATIONAL STORYTIME Monday, July […]
Free
Join us at the Saginaw Township Spray Pool next to the library for a storytime! (Weather permitting) Learn more: POOLSIDE PICTURE BOOKS Mondays at 1 - 1:45 PM
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Join us to create your own tiny art. All supplies provided! Register: TINY ART Tuesday, July 25, 2023 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Put on your party hat and get ready to celebrate all things llama! Join us for crafts, games, and cake to celebrate Auburn’s favorite furry mascot, Carl! Learn more: LLAMA-VERSARY PARTY Tuesday, July 25, 2023 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Learn more: NERF MOBILE GAMES July 25 at 6 PM
Free
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Bring the kids in for a creative good time! Staff artists will teach kids a new project along with technique options perfect for young artists! *We request that children younger than 6 be accompanied by a parent. Cost: $20 Learn more: CREATIVE KIDS WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS Wednesday mornings at 9:30am-11am
$20
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Join The Castle Museum and Delta College Learning Channel for this Summer FUN Event-Kite & Pinwheel Making! Event is FREE. No Pre-registration Required. Just Drop In anytime between 11 AM […]
Free
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A high energy interactive good time for kids of all ages. Playing music from kids animated movies, crowd interaction songs, some fun music trivia and more... Learn more: RICK AND DAYNAS PLAYGROUND Wed Jul 26, 11:45a
Free
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The 67th Munger Potato Festival, hosted by The Munger Volunteer Firemen Corp, is right around the corner. It is just a good ol' time with USA Demolition Derby officiating Mungers' Figure 8 and Demo Derby. There is something for everyone! Whether it is the 5k Spud Run, Cornhole Tournament, a hometown parade, or great bands […] Come hang out with the directors of the Saginaw Youth Choir at the zoo! You'll learn some fun, new songs and musical games. This is fun for families of all […]
General Admission
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Learn more: DANCE FOR KINDNESS July 27 at 10:30 AM
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Listen to a story then do a cool experiment using STEM skills: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Presented by Delta PBS Kids! Learn more: STEM STORYTIME Thu, July 27, 10:30am […]
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SHUTTA CRUM is the author of several middle-grade novels and picture books, along with poems and magazine articles. Her children’s book, THUNDER-BOOMER! was an ALA and a Smithsonian Magazine “Notable […]
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Learn more: MUSIC FOR MUNCHKINS July 28 at 10 AM
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How do you write for children? What is required to grab—and keep—a young person’s attention in a well-written book? Award-winning poet and children’s book author, Shutta Crum, will share her […]
Free
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Kids Rule Now! Inc is all about giving young entrepreneurs in the Great Lakes Bay Region an opportunity to be seen and supported as they showcase their businesses and gain new customers. So we're excited about #YEE23 which is our 2023 Youth Entrepreneurship Expo being held on Saturday, July 29th at Wenonah Park in Bay […]
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Bring the family to Heritage Park’s Harvey Kern Community Pavilion and enjoy an afternoon of free activities. From intriguing inflatables to obstacle courses and affordable snacks this event is fun […]
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Join us at the Auburn City Park by the playground for a special outdoor storytime! Learn more: STORYTIME AT THE PARK Saturday, July 29, 2023 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Free
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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 […]
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Work with other participants to create the best smoothie ever! All ingredients and supplies provided. Register: SMOOTHIE CHALLENGE Monday, July 31, 2023 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Free
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The tradition of family fun continues at the 110th annual Saginaw County Fair. Last year over 30,000 people attended. Our daily admission price includes parking, entry, unlimited rides, and entry into the grandstand events. Children must be at least 36” tall to ride amusement rides. Each day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Seniors 62 […]
$15 – $20
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Who doesn’t love to create fun? Come out and let your imagination go wild with create-and-take art projects. There may even be some games or shaving cream fun involved for […]
Free
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Jokes, prizes, stories, silliness, and all-around fun with zany Muppet-style puppets! Register: ALEX THOMAS & FRIENDS PUPPET SHOW Tuesday, August 1, 2023 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Join SCPRC and Saginaw County 4-H for a fast paced, high energy Playdate geared toward slightly older kids. We will have our infatable octagonal Gaga ball pit out for competitive […]
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Join Miss Beth and Mr. Brian from the Public Libraries of Saginaw for a hilarious puppet show that will engage the whole family! Once the show is over, there will […]
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Midland: FREE – Community Storytime with Keri Kenney Yoga Instructor @ Grace A. Dow Memorial Library
Midland: FREE – Community Storytime with Keri Kenney Yoga Instructor @ Grace A. Dow Memorial Library
We are celebrating people in our community with a Community Storytime! Join us as we welcome Keri Kenney, owner of Alignment 8 and wellness educator. She will be talking about […]
Free
What’s SUP? Stand up paddle boards (SUP) offer a fun, relaxing way to play on the water. Paddle boarding delivers a full-body workout and has become a popular cross-training activity. […]
$5
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Celebrate summer! The Midland Area Community Foundation is proud to bring the Midland Area River Days Festival to Downtown Midland this August. We're an inclusive community celebration by the river to honor the past & embrace the future of Midland. We like food, music, balloons, equity, & fun. Learn more: RIVER DAYS August 3-6, 2023
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This playdate theme gives children the opportunity to create with several different types of materials such as wood, foam, cardboard, oversized blocks and many other exciting options. Let your imagination […]
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In this workshop with 4-H, create beautiful fish prints using paint and replica fish molds! Gyotaku is the traditional Japanese art of fish printing on rice paper, and fisherman would […]
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Everything is larger then life during Supersize Fun. Come out and play with oversized balls, games and blocks. The fun and excitement will put a supersized smile on event participants […]
Free
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Bounce and slide the morning away at Sage Library! Program will be rescheduled if the weather is poor. Register: BOUNCE HOUSE BONANZA Friday, August 4, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm
Free
August 4th - 6th, 2023 kicks off the height of Frankenmuth's floral season! Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the town along with a list of events including acres of Sunflower […]
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Dinosaurs lived a long, long time ago. Let’s learn about these fascinating prehistoric creatures as we observe and touch real fossils, build our own fossil model, and make a dinosaur tail to wear. You will even design and build your own dinosaur to take home! AUDIENCE: 4-7 YEAR-OLDS Please click the link https://www.jotform.com/231634685281056 to sign up. Please […] |
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Join us on the morning of Saturday, August 5th, 2023 for a beautiful 5k non-timed run/jog/walk on the Farm. This truly scenic path winds past pastures, orchards, fields of crops, over the iron Black Bridge, around the Hart One-room Schoolhouse and along the Creek. Along the path, there will be stations for some hilarious color […]
$43.00
Learn more: WATERFOWL FESTIVAL August 5 at 9 AM - 5 PM August 6 at 9 AM - 4 PM
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Join the Midland County Breastfeeding Coalition for their Annual Breastfeeding Walk. Meet on State Street, northwest of the Loon’s Stadium. At 10am we will walk to the Tridge area and […]
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Disclaimer:
Events and times subject to change without notice. For most accurate information, please contact event organizers directly.
