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, […]

Join us for a free afternoon movie on the big screen. Learn more: MONDAY MATINEE FREE Monday Movie Matinee: Library Auditorium @ 2pm 6/5: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish 6/12: Matilda 6/19: LIBRARY IS CLOSED (No Movie) 6/26: The Lego Batman Movie 7/3: Cars 7/10: Chicken Run 7/17: Zootopia 7/24: My Neighbor Totoro 7/31: […]

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

Bring your fiber art work-in-progress for a crafting social hour. Chat and share camaraderie and ideas with others while you work on your project. Food and drinks are welcome. No registration is required, and drop-ins are welcome, but feel free to sign up if you would like an email reminder ahead of time. Learn More: […]

Come see what Preschool gymnastics has to offer and the many benefits that it includes.  Must have participants within the first 10 minutes, or Preschool Playtime will close for the morning. Ages: 2-5 years old & Parents must stay. All participants must have a consent form on file to participate. Cost: $8/ member  $10/ non-member […]

Do you love to read and talk about books but don't always love being told what to read? Come to our Tween Book Club! Read any book you choose and then come to the Library to talk about it, enjoy a snack, and make a fun craft. Register: SUMMER BOOK CLUB: TWEENS Tuesday, June 13, […]

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

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 […]

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. […]

Grab your lunch, a blanket, or a chair and listen to live music in the dappled shade of the Dow Gardens Birch Grove. Learn more: LUNCH TIME CONCERT June 7 & 14, July 5, 12, 19 & 26, August 2, 9, 16 & 23 at 12 - 1:30 PM

Middle school teens will have the chance to enjoy a fun-filled evening at Plymouth Pool after hours during Teen Nights hosted by the The Rock Youth Center 4 Youth Development and Midland Parks and Recreation. Events offer a fun and safe experience for teens 11 to 14 year of age. All events are from 8:00-9:30 […]

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

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 […]

Join us for our July Midland Community Playgroup! Those who are pregnant or have children 5 years and younger are welcome. We will have games, activities, crafts, snacks, and much more! You'll also get to meet our Early Head Start staff and learn more about what Early Head Start can do. We will meet on […]

Event by Midland Early Head Start at Mid Michigan Community Action and Mid Michigan Community Action Gerstacker Spray Park Duration: 2 hr Public  · Anyone on or off Facebook Join us for our July Midland Community Playgroup! Those who are pregnant or have children 5 years and younger are welcome. We will have games, activities, crafts, snacks, and much more! […]

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 […]

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 […]

Come to the library on Thursday, July 13th at 2 PM to make a love bug magnet for a loved one! We'll start the program out by reading a couple of books and then we will move onto our craft. Register: LOVE BUG MAGNETS Thursday, July 13, 2023 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Tunes by the Tridge is a family-friendly event located at the foot of Midland's Famous Tridge. For 10 nights in June, July and August, families will want to bring quilts and lawn chairs on Thursday evenings and enjoy listening to bands perform. These performances are free to all and are presented through the cooperation of […]

Films are shown outdoors at roughly 9:30 pm Thursday evenings at Ace Hardware in Downtown Midland. Movies on Main is free and open to the public. Learn more: MOVIES ON MAIN  7/06 - A Man Called Otto 7/13 - Karate Kid 7/20 - Sing 2 7/27 - Breakfast at Tiffany's 8/03 - Dungeons & Dragons […]

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

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

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 […]

Includes 2 hours of battle time, slice of pizza and lemonade. Recommend Ages 4 and up Family or Friends not participating in battle are free of charge. Tickets are $12 Buy tickets: NERF NIGHTS FRIDAY, JULY 14, 2023 AT 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

June 7 at 7:05 PM - Lake County Captains June 8 at 7:05 PM - Lake County Captains June 9 at 7:05 PM - Lake County Captains June 10 at 7:05 PM - Lake County Captains June 11 at 11:05 AM - Lake County Captains June 13 at 1:05 PM - Wisconsin Timber Rattlers June […]

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 […]

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 […]

June 7 at 7:05 PM - Lake County Captains June 8 at 7:05 PM - Lake County Captains June 9 at 7:05 PM - Lake County Captains June 10 at 7:05 PM - Lake County Captains June 11 at 11:05 AM - Lake County Captains June 13 at 1:05 PM - Wisconsin Timber Rattlers June […]