Give your toddler the chance to fly. With Toddler Time every Sunday morning your littlest flyer (ages 4/under) put their abundance of energy to good use. Cost: $5. Walk-in only. Learn More: TODDLER TIME Sunday Toddler Time: 10am - 12pm

Cost: $2 Learn more: BAY CITY 10 GDX December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 & 24 at 10 AM

The Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library and Downtown Bay City partner to bring a love of reading and storytelling in an interactive way each week of Sundays in the City! The StoryWalk® is a story with pages that will be on display in the windows of participating businesses. Join us weekly for a new […]

No wonder holiday shoppers find their way to Downtown Bay City for holiday gifts during Bay City’s Season of Celebration. With all the great shops, treats, dining, and Downtown Bay City Sundays in the City Santa Bucks, it’s a merry reason to celebrate the season! Sundays in the City begins November 27th thru December 18th. […]

Located at the Frankenmuth Visitor's Center, this one-of-a kind tree shines it's bright lights (23,000 lights to be exact) and spreads the sweet sound of Christmas throughout downtown Frankenmuth. Take a 7-minute musical journey through some of the most popular Christmas songs with us! Sit back and watch as the lights on the tree dance […]

Discover fossils found throughout the Michigan Basin as you learn about the creatures that once lived in the ancient tropical seas that dominated the area 365 million years ago. Explore a dinosaur prep lab and get a first-hand look at real dinosaur bones! Cost: $3 Learn More: MICHIGAN FOSSILS & ANCIENT CREATURES OCT 7 - […]

Experience Santa's Farm during the hustle and bustle of getting ready for the Christmas season! **Lots of Photography Opportunities!** The farm is on full on holiday mode for this stroll through event where you will get to see how Santa has transformed the farm into his headquarters preparing for the big day. Meet Santa himself […]

Children 2-5 are invited to join us at the Midland Jack Barstow Airport to enjoy a light snack while listening to an aviation/space related story at this FREE event. Warm weather readings will be held in the beautiful outdoor MCADA area near the terminal. Cold weather readings will be held in the terminal building. If […]

Experience the magic of the holiday season at River Place Shops – activities include strolling carol performances and a meet-and-greet opportunity with Santa and Mrs. Claus and his North Pole team. Free and open to the public; activity times are subject to change due to weather. 🎅 All activities take place outdoors in our elaborately […]

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

Cost: $10 Learn More: OPEN GYM Friday – Dec 9th, 2022 7:00 PM 8:30 PM Friday – Dec 16th, 2022 7:00 PM 8:30 PM Sunday – Dec 18th, 2022 2:00 PM 3:30 PM

Start the holiday season with Midland Center for the Arts for Center Stage Theatre’s production of A Christmas Story, The Musical. Based on the perennial holiday movie favorite, and from the songwriting team behind the smash-Broadway hit, DEAR EVAN HANSEN and the film LA LA LAND, we bring you the hilarious musical, A CHRISTMAS STORY, […]

Grab the kids and come see 15,000 lights dance to music! The show runs every night until new years. Learn More: ROENICKE LIGHT SHOW December 11th – 31st at 5 - 10 PM  

This Christmas Light Show is displayed during the winter season at Hayes Park in Tittabawassee Township. Several local families have benefitted thru the generous donations made by visitors to the show the past 17-years. Every year, great effort is made to modify & improve the show for your viewing enjoyment! ** This is a FREE […]

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

It seems like a long break between story time sessions! Join us at Sage Branch Library for an in-person program special story time on gingerbread! Get ready for stories, activities and craft. The program is for children ages 2-5 + Adult. We look forward to seeing you! Monday, December 12, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am - […]

Join us for Story Time in our Greenhouse exhibit. Learn More: STORY TIME Mondays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM

Located at the Frankenmuth Visitor's Center, this one-of-a kind tree shines it's bright lights (23,000 lights to be exact) and spreads the sweet sound of Christmas throughout downtown Frankenmuth. Take a 7-minute musical journey through some of the most popular Christmas songs with us! Sit back and watch as the lights on the tree dance […]

Bring your camera and wish list to Bronner's! Because Santa is so busy on Christmas Eve, his visiting hours will end at 3 p.m. Please note that many children wish to see Santa on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests should anticipate a wait. Learn More: SANTA VISITS November 25 - December 24 Mon.-Thurs. 2-6 p.m., Fri. […]

Grab the kids and come see 15,000 lights dance to music! The show runs every night until new years. Learn More: ROENICKE LIGHT SHOW December 11th – 31st at 5 - 10 PM  

This Christmas Light Show is displayed during the winter season at Hayes Park in Tittabawassee Township. Several local families have benefitted thru the generous donations made by visitors to the show the past 17-years. Every year, great effort is made to modify & improve the show for your viewing enjoyment! ** This is a FREE […]

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

It seems like a long break between story time sessions! Join us at Sage Branch Library for an in-person program special story time on gingerbread! Get ready for stories, activities and craft. The program is for children ages 2-5 + Adult. We look forward to seeing you! Monday, December 12, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am - […]

Tuesdays at 10 - 11:15 AM

Located at the Frankenmuth Visitor's Center, this one-of-a kind tree shines it's bright lights (23,000 lights to be exact) and spreads the sweet sound of Christmas throughout downtown Frankenmuth. Take a 7-minute musical journey through some of the most popular Christmas songs with us! Sit back and watch as the lights on the tree dance […]

Bring your camera and wish list to Bronner's! Because Santa is so busy on Christmas Eve, his visiting hours will end at 3 p.m. Please note that many children wish to see Santa on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests should anticipate a wait. Learn More: SANTA VISITS November 25 - December 24 Mon.-Thurs. 2-6 p.m., Fri. […]

Please join us at the Pinconning Branch Library to decorate a holiday-themed birdhouse. Each registered participant will receive their own birdhouse to decorate. Ages 5 through adult are invited to attend this family program.   Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Register: HOLIDAY BIRDHOUSES Tuesday, December 13, 2022 6:00pm - 7:00pm - Register: […]

Come out to Sanford Centennial Museum on December 6 & 7, and 13 & 14, from 3:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. for a night of holiday fun with Santa! Enjoy free hot chocolate, cookies, and candy and see the museum grounds lit up in Christmas splendor. Visit Santa in the new Santa House! Kids get […]

October 25 - Spark imaginative learning about our world with this special series featuring guest speakers from local community organizations! This month, we will have guest speakers from V.O.I.C.E., Inc. (the Valley Organization for Improved Communications and Equality for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing). Grades K-3 are invited to attend. November 15 - Spark imaginative learning […]

Grab the kids and come see 15,000 lights dance to music! The show runs every night until new years. Learn More: ROENICKE LIGHT SHOW December 11th – 31st at 5 - 10 PM  

This Christmas Light Show is displayed during the winter season at Hayes Park in Tittabawassee Township. Several local families have benefitted thru the generous donations made by visitors to the show the past 17-years. Every year, great effort is made to modify & improve the show for your viewing enjoyment! ** This is a FREE […]

Please join us at the Pinconning Branch Library to decorate a holiday-themed birdhouse. Each registered participant will receive their own birdhouse to decorate. Ages 5 through adult are invited to attend this family program.   Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Register: HOLIDAY BIRDHOUSES Tuesday, December 13, 2022 6:00pm - 7:00pm - Register: […]

Bring your kiddos to see Santa at the Standish Santa House Tuesdays and Thursdays (starting December 6th) from 6pm-8pm. This is a free event sponsored by the Standish Area Chamber of Commerce Learn More: STANDISH SANTA HOUSE Tuesday & Thursdays at 6 - 8 PM

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

Join us for Story Time in our Greenhouse exhibit. Learn More: STORY TIME Mondays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Located at the Frankenmuth Visitor's Center, this one-of-a kind tree shines it's bright lights (23,000 lights to be exact) and spreads the sweet sound of Christmas throughout downtown Frankenmuth. Take a 7-minute musical journey through some of the most popular Christmas songs with us! Sit back and watch as the lights on the tree dance […]

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Bring your camera and wish list to Bronner's! Because Santa is so busy on Christmas Eve, his visiting hours will end at 3 p.m. Please note that many children wish to see Santa on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests should anticipate a wait. Learn More: SANTA VISITS November 25 - December 24 Mon.-Thurs. 2-6 p.m., Fri. […]

It's time for another family-friendly Escape Room at the library! Test your puzzle-solving skills and knowledge of the holiday classic A Christmas Story in a fun and challenging Escape Room! Sign up your family or group for a time slot on Wednesday or Thursday between 2:00 and 7:00 PM. Learn More: ESCAPE ROOM December 14 […]

Come out to Sanford Centennial Museum on December 6 & 7, and 13 & 14, from 3:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. for a night of holiday fun with Santa! Enjoy free hot chocolate, cookies, and candy and see the museum grounds lit up in Christmas splendor. Visit Santa in the new Santa House! Kids get […]

Formerly known as Open Make, the newest version of this monthly student event is a combination of guided activity and free maker play. The goal, each month, is to foster curiosity, creativity, and community. We aim to do this by exposing students to a wide variety of maker materials and tools that they will apply […]

Grab the kids and come see 15,000 lights dance to music! The show runs every night until new years. Learn More: ROENICKE LIGHT SHOW December 11th – 31st at 5 - 10 PM  

This Christmas Light Show is displayed during the winter season at Hayes Park in Tittabawassee Township. Several local families have benefitted thru the generous donations made by visitors to the show the past 17-years. Every year, great effort is made to modify & improve the show for your viewing enjoyment! ** This is a FREE […]

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

Travel around the world through stories, activities, and delicious recipes to learn all about how Christmas is celebrated in Australia, Mexico. Brazil, France, Germany, Sweden, and Italy. Participants will be able to join a live "Listen and Learn Story Hour" on Zoom each week and will be sent activities and recipes to try with their […]

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Located at the Frankenmuth Visitor's Center, this one-of-a kind tree shines it's bright lights (23,000 lights to be exact) and spreads the sweet sound of Christmas throughout downtown Frankenmuth. Take a 7-minute musical journey through some of the most popular Christmas songs with us! Sit back and watch as the lights on the tree dance […]

***Please note that the Thursday Playgroup's location has been changed to the Living and Learning Center - Arenac Campus Thursdays at 12:15 - 1:30 PM

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Babies to preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, dancing and crafting all while building vital early literacy skills! 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: STORYTIME & CRAFTS Thursday, November 17, December 1 & […]

Bring your camera and wish list to Bronner's! Because Santa is so busy on Christmas Eve, his visiting hours will end at 3 p.m. Please note that many children wish to see Santa on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests should anticipate a wait. Learn More: SANTA VISITS November 25 - December 24 Mon.-Thurs. 2-6 p.m., Fri. […]

It's time for another family-friendly Escape Room at the library! Test your puzzle-solving skills and knowledge of the holiday classic A Christmas Story in a fun and challenging Escape Room! Sign up your family or group for a time slot on Wednesday or Thursday between 2:00 and 7:00 PM. Learn More: ESCAPE ROOM December 14 […]

Get ready to make your holidays bright at Dow Gardens! Stroll the gently-lit pathway, meet Santa’s reindeer (December 8-10 ONLY), and listen to carolers sing the songs of the season. December 15th-17th enjoy our Silent Nights to simply walk the lit paths and enjoy the lights. Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee of Saginaw will be on sale […]

Grab the kids and come see 15,000 lights dance to music! The show runs every night until new years. Learn More: ROENICKE LIGHT SHOW December 11th – 31st at 5 - 10 PM  

This Christmas Light Show is displayed during the winter season at Hayes Park in Tittabawassee Township. Several local families have benefitted thru the generous donations made by visitors to the show the past 17-years. Every year, great effort is made to modify & improve the show for your viewing enjoyment! ** This is a FREE […]

Bring your kiddos to see Santa at the Standish Santa House Tuesdays and Thursdays (starting December 6th) from 6pm-8pm. This is a free event sponsored by the Standish Area Chamber of Commerce Learn More: STANDISH SANTA HOUSE Tuesday & Thursdays at 6 - 8 PM

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

It's time for another family-friendly Escape Room at the library! Test your puzzle-solving skills and knowledge of the holiday classic A Christmas Story in a fun and challenging Escape Room! Sign up your family or group for a time slot on Wednesday or Thursday between 2:00 and 7:00 PM. Learn More: ESCAPE ROOM December 14 […]

Fridays at 9:30 - 10:45 AM

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Located at the Frankenmuth Visitor's Center, this one-of-a kind tree shines it's bright lights (23,000 lights to be exact) and spreads the sweet sound of Christmas throughout downtown Frankenmuth. Take a 7-minute musical journey through some of the most popular Christmas songs with us! Sit back and watch as the lights on the tree dance […]

Discover fossils found throughout the Michigan Basin as you learn about the creatures that once lived in the ancient tropical seas that dominated the area 365 million years ago. Explore a dinosaur prep lab and get a first-hand look at real dinosaur bones! Cost: $3 Learn More: MICHIGAN FOSSILS & ANCIENT CREATURES OCT 7 - […]

Bring your camera and wish list to Bronner's! Because Santa is so busy on Christmas Eve, his visiting hours will end at 3 p.m. Please note that many children wish to see Santa on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests should anticipate a wait. Learn More: SANTA VISITS November 25 - December 24 Mon.-Thurs. 2-6 p.m., Fri. […]

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Get ready to make your holidays bright at Dow Gardens! Stroll the gently-lit pathway, meet Santa’s reindeer (December 8-10 ONLY), and listen to carolers sing the songs of the season. December 15th-17th enjoy our Silent Nights to simply walk the lit paths and enjoy the lights. Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee of Saginaw will be on sale […]

Grab the kids and come see 15,000 lights dance to music! The show runs every night until new years. Learn More: ROENICKE LIGHT SHOW December 11th – 31st at 5 - 10 PM  

This Christmas Light Show is displayed during the winter season at Hayes Park in Tittabawassee Township. Several local families have benefitted thru the generous donations made by visitors to the show the past 17-years. Every year, great effort is made to modify & improve the show for your viewing enjoyment! ** This is a FREE […]

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

Cost: $10 Learn More: OPEN GYM Friday – Dec 9th, 2022 7:00 PM 8:30 PM Friday – Dec 16th, 2022 7:00 PM 8:30 PM Sunday – Dec 18th, 2022 2:00 PM 3:30 PM

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

Bring your camera and wish list to Bronner's! Because Santa is so busy on Christmas Eve, his visiting hours will end at 3 p.m. Please note that many children wish to see Santa on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests should anticipate a wait. Learn More: SANTA VISITS November 25 - December 24 Mon.-Thurs. 2-6 p.m., Fri. […]

Cost: $2 Learn more: BAY CITY 10 GDX December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 & 24 at 10 AM

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Located at the Frankenmuth Visitor's Center, this one-of-a kind tree shines it's bright lights (23,000 lights to be exact) and spreads the sweet sound of Christmas throughout downtown Frankenmuth. Take a 7-minute musical journey through some of the most popular Christmas songs with us! Sit back and watch as the lights on the tree dance […]

Experience Santa's Farm during the hustle and bustle of getting ready for the Christmas season! **Lots of Photography Opportunities!** The farm is on full on holiday mode for this stroll through event where you will get to see how Santa has transformed the farm into his headquarters preparing for the big day. Meet Santa himself […]

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Experience the magic of the holiday season at River Place Shops – activities include strolling carol performances and a meet-and-greet opportunity with Santa and Mrs. Claus and his North Pole team. Free and open to the public; activity times are subject to change due to weather. 🎅 All activities take place outdoors in our elaborately […]

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth toward a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person […]

Celebrate the season with a visit to The Pines of Dow Gardens this December! Majestic trees, and rolling winter landscape surround this 1899 National Historic Landmark. Fresh garland and stories of Christmas past delight the senses as you tour the home and learn about Dow family traditions. To ensure availability, reservations are recommended. Cost: Adults […]

Get ready to make your holidays bright at Dow Gardens! Stroll the gently-lit pathway, meet Santa’s reindeer (December 8-10 ONLY), and listen to carolers sing the songs of the season. December 15th-17th enjoy our Silent Nights to simply walk the lit paths and enjoy the lights. Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee of Saginaw will be on sale […]

Grab the kids and come see 15,000 lights dance to music! The show runs every night until new years. Learn More: ROENICKE LIGHT SHOW December 11th – 31st at 5 - 10 PM  

This Christmas Light Show is displayed during the winter season at Hayes Park in Tittabawassee Township. Several local families have benefitted thru the generous donations made by visitors to the show the past 17-years. Every year, great effort is made to modify & improve the show for your viewing enjoyment! ** This is a FREE […]

Learn More: MIDLAND AREA SANTA HOUSE Daily 6- 9 PM Saturdays: 9 AM - Noon,  1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM Sundays: 1:30 - 4:30 PM & 6 - 9 PM

The Naughty List a 45 minute Theater for Young Audiences performance followed by holiday cookie decorating & gift making! It’s Christmas Pageant time for the elves in Santa’s Workshop and everyone is getting ready to audition for the show! Everyone that is, except Sparkle, who is always the star. What happens when a talented new […]