KIDS DAILY CALENDAR
Calendar of Events
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2 events,
Step back in time at Homestead Sundays at Chippewa Nature Center (CNC) for a free, family-friendly afternoon, Sundays June 2-August 25 from 1-5 pm. Visit the pigs, sheep, cows and chickens that call the Homestead Farm home in the summer. Explore the cabin, one-room schoolhouse and timber frame barn, and learn how life was different […]
Free
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6 events,
Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn along with a free book! This program will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 12-12:45, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Registration is not required, but helps us order enough […]
Free
Join us for Stories and Songs in the Park at Sage Library! Stop by Pershing Park (next to Sage Library) for some story time fun weather permitting. Geared toward children ages 0-6 with adult and family! Register: STORIES & SONGS IN THE PARK June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15 at 12:30 - 1 PM
Free
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Work with other participants to create the best smoothie ever! All ingredients and supplies provided. Register: SMOOTHIE CHALLENGE Monday, July 1, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Free
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6 events,
Website: ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY Learn more: STORYTIME Weekly Tuesdays @ 10am
Free
Free to the public thanks to generous local sponsors. Live tour guide shares the history of our community and the river. Routes running downriver M-W and upriver T-Th Advance reservations recommended Reservations open up to two weeks ahead, offered online only Reservations limited to 4 tickets per household Reservations limited to one tour date per […]
Free
Music Time at the Museum with Tricia. Admission $10 Learn more: TUNES AND TALES Tuesdays weekly 10:15 am-10:45 am
$10
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13 events,
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Learn more: AMAZING ANIMALS AND INCREDIBLE INSECTS Wed, Jul 3, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT
$10
Outside Storytime 10am Every Wednesday Learn more: OUTSIDE STORYTIME
Free
Kids, Babies/Pre-K Babies to preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and dancing while building vital early literacy skills! This storytime is for children ages 0 to 5. If you would like to have a CRDL Storytime experience in the comfort of your own home, a playlist of our Virtual Storytimes is available to view here. Learn more: […]
Free
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13 events,
The Bay City Fireworks are more than just amazing pyrotechnic displays, so we hope that you take advantage of all the fun activities that make this event a destination for so many people from across the nation. During the day you can bring your family down and enjoy the Skerbeck Family Carnival while waiting for […] GQT Movies is proud to once again bring back our Summer Family Flicks Series, offering free movies for families to enjoy over the summer. This year’s series runs June 5th […]
Free
Free to the public thanks to generous local sponsors. Live tour guide shares the history of our community and the river. Routes running downriver M-W and upriver T-Th Advance reservations recommended Reservations open up to two weeks ahead, offered online only Reservations limited to 4 tickets per household Reservations limited to one tour date per […]
Free
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8 events,
The Bay City Fireworks are more than just amazing pyrotechnic displays, so we hope that you take advantage of all the fun activities that make this event a destination for so many people from across the nation. During the day you can bring your family down and enjoy the Skerbeck Family Carnival while waiting for […] Visit Discovery Guide Alexis on the museum floor to check out cool sensory activities. 10:30AM to 11:30AM Learn more: SENSORY SPOT
$10
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. Daily admission rates are $15 for adults, $5 for students, and children 3 and under are admitted […]
Free – $15
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8 events,
The Bay City Fireworks are more than just amazing pyrotechnic displays, so we hope that you take advantage of all the fun activities that make this event a destination for so many people from across the nation. During the day you can bring your family down and enjoy the Skerbeck Family Carnival while waiting for […] Saturdays in July (Except the 20th): Join Forest Hills Nature Center for Hikes with Ornithologist Mike Bishopfrom 8:00am to 9:00am. The Forest Hills Nature Center bird hikes are for beginners to advanced […]
Free
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Cops & Doughnuts is sponsoring “Peter Rabbit” in celebration of their 15th anniversary! Admission is FREE for all guests, and guests 18 and under will receive a free pop/popcorn combo, courtesy of Cops & Doughnuts. Help us celebrate! Learn more: COPS AND DONUTS July 6 11am to 2pm
Free
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1 event,
Step back in time at Homestead Sundays at Chippewa Nature Center (CNC) for a free, family-friendly afternoon, Sundays June 2-August 25 from 1-5 pm. Visit the pigs, sheep, cows and chickens that call the Homestead Farm home in the summer. Explore the cabin, one-room schoolhouse and timber frame barn, and learn how life was different […]
Free
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6 events,
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Learn more: MOVIE July 8 10am
Free
Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn along with a free book! This program will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 12-12:45, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Registration is not required, but helps us order enough […]
Free
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10 events,
Website: ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY Learn more: STORYTIME Weekly Tuesdays @ 10am
Free
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Tour Tuesday programming in July is open to individuals/families and runs from 10am to 12pm in Rowe 124 every Tuesday. Feathered Friends - Get an up-close look at bird specimens from the museum collection and learn how different traits help birds survive in a variety of environments. Great for families! Tuesday July 9th 10 AM […]
Free
Free to the public thanks to generous local sponsors. Live tour guide shares the history of our community and the river. Routes running downriver M-W and upriver T-Th Advance reservations recommended Reservations open up to two weeks ahead, offered online only Reservations limited to 4 tickets per household Reservations limited to one tour date per […]
Free
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17 events,
Outside Storytime 10am Every Wednesday Learn more: OUTSIDE STORYTIME
Free
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Join Delta College English teacher and editor of NewPages.com, Denise Hill, to create zines! Pronounced “zeen,” a zine is a mini-book made by folding or stapling paper and filling it with fun stuff. These three sessions will each introduce a different method for building a zine. Session 1: Friendship Zine – a zine with fun […]
Free
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22 events,
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Embark on your family-friendly edible adventure when you visit Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market this summer and pick up your own free Cook the Kit. Each Cook the Kit includes: A featured farm-fresh recipe. Pantry ingredients. A voucher to purchase your farm-fresh produce ingredients at the farmers' market. Transform your kitchen into a harvest test kitchen that inspires your […]
Free
March 15- 3:30-4:30 Fri, Apr 26- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Fri, May 17- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Thu, Jun 20- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Thu, Jul 11- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Thu, Aug 15- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Learn more: STEM CLUB
Free
Learn more: MUSIC AT THE FOUNTAIN
Free
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8 events,
Join us for special program just for preschool and early elementary families! You’ll receive a FREE copy of that month’s picture book along with a simple craft kit to complete together after reading. This month we will read One Hundred Hungry Ants by Elinor J. Pinczes Summary: One Hundred Hungry Ants is not only a […]
Free
Visit Discovery Guide Alexis on the museum floor to check out cool sensory activities. 10:30AM to 11:30AM Learn more: SENSORY SPOT
$10
Learn more: MUSIC FOR MUNCHKINS July 12 and 19th 10-10:45am
$10
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. Daily admission rates are $15 for adults, $5 for students, and children 3 and under are admitted […]
Free – $15
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10 events,
Saturdays in July (Except the 20th): Join Forest Hills Nature Center for Hikes with Ornithologist Mike Bishopfrom 8:00am to 9:00am. The Forest Hills Nature Center bird hikes are for beginners to advanced and binoculars are available for use – free and open to all! Our location is 11297 N. Rich Rd. Alma, Michigan. Our phone is 989-763-5810 […]
Free
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Learn more: SUMMER FEST July 13 9am to 3pm
Free
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Come be a part of the 36th 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 […]
Free
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1 event,
Step back in time at Homestead Sundays at Chippewa Nature Center (CNC) for a free, family-friendly afternoon, Sundays June 2-August 25 from 1-5 pm. Visit the pigs, sheep, cows and chickens that call the Homestead Farm home in the summer. Explore the cabin, one-room schoolhouse and timber frame barn, and learn how life was different […]
Free
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12 events,
6th - 12th Grade Meets on campus from 9am to 12pm, July 15-18 Led by Brian DeJong, a CMU engineering faculty member Learn basic text programming using Arduino Unos and electronics kits. You will program the Arduinos to listen to sensors and to control motors as you build ultrasonic alerts, guess-the-number LCDs, "Simon Says" button […]
$25
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13 events,
6th - 12th Grade Meets on campus from 9am to 12pm, July 15-18 Led by Brian DeJong, a CMU engineering faculty member Learn basic text programming using Arduino Unos and electronics kits. You will program the Arduinos to listen to sensors and to control motors as you build ultrasonic alerts, guess-the-number LCDs, "Simon Says" button […]
$25
Website: ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY Learn more: STORYTIME Weekly Tuesdays @ 10am
Free
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Tour Tuesday programming in July is open to individuals/families and runs from 10am to 12pm in Rowe 124 every Tuesday. Bug Detectives - Discover the amazing lives of bugs, their habitats, and unique characteristics in this engaging, hands-on learning adventure. Perfect for curious minds! Tuesday July 16th 10 AM – 12 PM
Free
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14 events,
6th - 12th Grade Meets on campus from 9am to 12pm, July 15-18 Led by Brian DeJong, a CMU engineering faculty member Learn basic text programming using Arduino Unos and electronics kits. You will program the Arduinos to listen to sensors and to control motors as you build ultrasonic alerts, guess-the-number LCDs, "Simon Says" button […]
$25
Kids, Babies/Pre-K Babies to preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and dancing while building vital early literacy skills! This storytime is for children ages 0 to 5. If you would like to have a CRDL Storytime experience in the comfort of your own home, a playlist of our Virtual Storytimes is available to view here. Learn more: […]
Free
Outside Storytime 10am Every Wednesday Learn more: OUTSIDE STORYTIME
Free
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20 events,
6th - 12th Grade Meets on campus from 9am to 12pm, July 15-18 Led by Brian DeJong, a CMU engineering faculty member Learn basic text programming using Arduino Unos and electronics kits. You will program the Arduinos to listen to sensors and to control motors as you build ultrasonic alerts, guess-the-number LCDs, "Simon Says" button […]
$25
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Join us for a musically good time with singer, songwriter, one-man band, Rick Kelley. Playing keyboards and a drum machine while singing, Rick performs original songs designed to get kids involved and interacting with every performance. Includes singalongs, dancealongs, movement, comedy and more! No registration required. Learn more: RICK KELLY Thursday, July 18, 2024 12:30pm […]
Free
Learn more: MUSIC AT THE FOUNTAIN
Free
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14 events,
While you're out and about this summer, you can still sing, dance, wiggle, and play! This kit comes with a unique music playlist and a dancing scarf to help you and your child move together! Please register only once per family. Once you've registered, your kit will be ready for pick up at your library […]
Free
Visit Discovery Guide Alexis on the museum floor to check out cool sensory activities. 10:30AM to 11:30AM Learn more: SENSORY SPOT
$10
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Learn more: FIREFIGHTER ACADEMY Friday, July 19, 2024 9:00 AM 1:00 PM
$12
Learn more: MUSIC FOR MUNCHKINS July 12 and 19th 10-10:45am
$10
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7 events,
Saturdays in July (Except the 20th): Join Forest Hills Nature Center for Hikes with Ornithologist Mike Bishopfrom 8:00am to 9:00am. The Forest Hills Nature Center bird hikes are for beginners to advanced and binoculars are available for use – free and open to all! Our location is 11297 N. Rich Rd. Alma, Michigan. Our phone is 989-763-5810 […]
Free
The Jack is back again! This year they are bringing back more of the old traditions. The greased pig, car show, and skillet toss to name a few! (They have […]
Free
Join Ms Ashley or Ms Miranda from the Auburn Branch for a special offsite storytime at Iron Grind Coffee House in Auburn! Saturday, July 20, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am - Learn more: STORYTIME Saturday, August 3, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am - Learn more: STORYTIME
Free
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1 event,
Step back in time at Homestead Sundays at Chippewa Nature Center (CNC) for a free, family-friendly afternoon, Sundays June 2-August 25 from 1-5 pm. Visit the pigs, sheep, cows and chickens that call the Homestead Farm home in the summer. Explore the cabin, one-room schoolhouse and timber frame barn, and learn how life was different […]
Free
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9 events,
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Join us in the Kantzler Community Room for our Summer Art Series. Foam Plate Printmaking is for ages 7-12. Registration is required. Register: SUMMER ART SERIES Monday, July 22, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm
Free
Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn along with a free book! This program will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 12-12:45, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Registration is not required, but helps us order enough […]
Free
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10 events,
Website: ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY Learn more: STORYTIME Weekly Tuesdays @ 10am
Free
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Tour Tuesday programming in July is open to individuals/families and runs from 10am to 12pm in Rowe 124 every Tuesday. Fossil Finders - Explore the mysteries of prehistoric life and learn about the creatures that once roamed our planet. Visitors will get to make their own fossil imprints to take home! Tuesday July 23rd 10 […]
Free
Free to the public thanks to generous local sponsors. Live tour guide shares the history of our community and the river. Routes running downriver M-W and upriver T-Th Advance reservations recommended Reservations open up to two weeks ahead, offered online only Reservations limited to 4 tickets per household Reservations limited to one tour date per […]
Free
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22 events,
Learn more: SUMMER FUN Summer Kickoff with the Delta College Learning Channel & Saginaw Public Libraries-Hoyt Branch June 15 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Community Heroes Touch-a-Truck Event June 15 from 10a.m.-1 p.m. Ecstatic about STEM presented by Delta College Learning Channel June 19 from 11 a.m.-Noon Preschool Story Time: A Camping We Must Go! June […]
Free
6th - 8th Grade Meets on campus from 1pm to 4pm, July 22 - 25 Led by Laura Kelly, an instructor at Carrollton Public Schools This camp will make math come to life! Experience hands-on activities related to patterns, shapes, and everyday projects that bring geometric concepts and individual creativity together. Students are invited to […]
$25
All shows begin at 7:00 PM in Wenonah Park. Free to attend, but donations are accepted and appreciated! Learn more: WEDNESDAYS IN THE PARK The 2024 Wednesdays in the Park free summer concert series: June 19 - Bay Concert Band June 26 - Shout! - The Beatles Tribute July 10 - Captain Fantastic - Elton […]
Free
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24 events,
The 69th 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 […] Learn more: SUMMER FUN Summer Kickoff with the Delta College Learning Channel & Saginaw Public Libraries-Hoyt Branch June 15 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Community Heroes Touch-a-Truck Event June 15 from 10a.m.-1 p.m. Ecstatic about STEM presented by Delta College Learning Channel June 19 from 11 a.m.-Noon Preschool Story Time: A Camping We Must Go! June […]
Free
6th - 8th Grade Meets on campus from 1pm to 4pm, July 22 - 25 Led by Laura Kelly, an instructor at Carrollton Public Schools This camp will make math come to life! Experience hands-on activities related to patterns, shapes, and everyday projects that bring geometric concepts and individual creativity together. Students are invited to […]
$25
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10 events,
Visit Discovery Guide Alexis on the museum floor to check out cool sensory activities. 10:30AM to 11:30AM Learn more: SENSORY SPOT
$10
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. Daily admission rates are $15 for adults, $5 for students, and children 3 and under are admitted […]
Free – $15
Join Disability Network Mid-Michigan for a story, craft, and Q&A, where kids can ask questions about people with disabilities and learn how to be their friends! HAVE FUN AND LEARN […]
Free
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7 events,
Saturdays in July (Except the 20th): Join Forest Hills Nature Center for Hikes with Ornithologist Mike Bishopfrom 8:00am to 9:00am. The Forest Hills Nature Center bird hikes are for beginners to advanced […]
Free
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Join us at the Pinconning Branch to make the Life is an Adventure Plaque. Adults and teens (grades 6 and up) are invited to attend. Register: LIFE IS AN ADVENTURE […]
Free
Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr. will be performed by over 80 students from the Great Lakes Bay Region on the John Glenn High School Stage! xplore the big blue world this […]
$10
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4 events,
Step back in time at Homestead Sundays at Chippewa Nature Center (CNC) for a free, family-friendly afternoon, Sundays June 2-August 25 from 1-5 pm. Visit the pigs, sheep, cows and chickens that call the Homestead Farm home in the summer. Explore the cabin, one-room schoolhouse and timber frame barn, and learn how life was different […]
Free
Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr. will be performed by over 80 students from the Great Lakes Bay Region on the John Glenn High School Stage! xplore the big blue world this summer! Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a celebration of true friendship, bravery and love! Dory and Marlin remind us to ‘Just Keep Swimming’ in this […]
$10
Bangor Township Drama Program presents "Heathers The Musical (High School/Teen Edition)." "Heathers The Musical: Teen Edition is the darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer, a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless clique at Westerberg High: the Heathers. But before she can get comfortable atop the high school […]
$10
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6 events,
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Join the Summer Art Series in the Kantzler Room. Paint your own pottery with Painterly Pottery. This program is for ages 5-12. Registration is required. Pottery piece will be picked up from the Wirt branch at a later date. Register: SUMMER ART SERIES Monday, July 29, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm
Free
Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up at your library! Kids and teens ages 0-18 can enjoy a free lunch on the lawn along with a free book! This program will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 12-12:45, in partnership with Bay City Public Schools. Registration is not required, but helps us order enough […]
Free
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Join us at the Sage Branch Library at Pershing Park for a drop in program on Monday, July 29 @ 12:30 pm for Nat Spins! Join hula hoop artist Nat Spinz for an interactive hula hoop dancing workshop! Drop in or register if you need a reminder. We look forward to seeing everyone! Register: NAT […]
Free
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9 events,
Website: ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY Learn more: STORYTIME Weekly Tuesdays @ 10am
Free
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Tour Tuesday programming in July is open to individuals/families and runs from 10am to 12pm in Rowe 124 every Tuesday. Great Lakes Critters - Visit our newly remodeled hands-on gallery to learn about the wildlife found within Michigan habitats and the vital role they play in the ecosystem. Tuesday July 30th 10 AM – 12 […]
Free
Music Time at the Museum with Tricia. Admission $10 Learn more: TUNES AND TALES Tuesdays weekly 10:15 am-10:45 am
$10
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15 events,
July 24th, 31st, August 7th: Join Forest Hills Nature Center for Backyard Birding from 9:00am to 10:30am. Will connect people to the birds commonly found in Central Michigan during the summer season and will include bird banding demonstrations as well as bird crafts and activities. “Backyard Birding” is free and open to the public. Rain will cancel […]
Free
Children ages 12 and under with family are invited to join us at the Trombley House Historical Museum to celebrate history with stories, songs, dance and activities. Registration is not required but available if you would like a reminder for the program. Register: STORYTIME June 26, July 31, and August 28, 9:30am – 10:30am
Free
Outside Storytime 10am Every Wednesday Learn more: OUTSIDE STORYTIME
Free
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18 events,
Come discover the magic of nature through stories, hands-on activities and art with unique themes to match the season. Children and their caregiver(s) are invited to play and connect during this guided program. Weather-permitting, the program will be outdoors. FREE | Ages: 3-5 w/adult Learn more: NATURE STORY HOUR 8/1/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 8/15/2024 […]
Free
1st and 3rd Thursdays from 4:00pm-5:00pm Learn more: BOOKS AND BEYOND
Free
Learn more: MUSIC AT THE FOUNTAIN
Free
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10 events,
While you're out and about this summer, you can still sing, talk, read, write, and play with your baby! This kit has simple tools, games, and ideas to help you connect with your little one and build early literacy skills. Every month different activities will be included for you and your baby to try together. […]
Free
Visit Discovery Guide Alexis on the museum floor to check out cool sensory activities. 10:30AM to 11:30AM Learn more: SENSORY SPOT
$10
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Learn more: WONDERS OF WATER DAY CAMP Friday, August 2, 2024 9:00 AM 3:00 PM
Free
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. Daily admission rates are $15 for adults, $5 for students, and children 3 and under are admitted […]
Free – $15
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4 events,
Learn more: WATERFOWL OUTDOOR FESTIVAL August 3, 9 AM - 8 PM August 4, 9 AM - 5 PM
Free
Join Ms Ashley or Ms Miranda from the Auburn Branch for a special offsite storytime at Iron Grind Coffee House in Auburn! Saturday, July 20, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am - Learn more: STORYTIME Saturday, August 3, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am - Learn more: STORYTIME
Free
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Make a plan to come out and experience a great time with family, friends and neighbors. Enjoy some of the best burgers and festival eats around! A free community event for all ages! Veterans resources and ceremony, Teachers Tailgate and recognition, DJ, Entertainment, Bingo, Raffles, Hourly Giveaways, Games, Kids Fun Zone with huge obstacle courses, […]
Free
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Disclaimer:
Events and times subject to change without notice. For most accurate information, please contact event organizers directly.