KIDS DAILY CALENDAR

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Storefronts and aisles will be elevated to a new level of nerd, filled with superheroes, cosplay contests, dino dig, pop culture art and literature, Dungeons & Dragons, arts & crafts, nerf rifle range, laser combat, and more. Vendors include artists, authors, businesses providing sweet treats like cheesecakes, cupcakes, cookies, cotton candy, and more. On-site activities […]

Explore the world of engineering as you discover the many modern marvels that help solve big problems. Learn about the real engineering work in our community, explore the ways engineers are inspired by nature, and more. This pop-up exhibit is in partnership with the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio and Mid-Century Modern Midland. The […]

Discover the magic of maple syrup season Saturdays and Sundays in March as you experience the process of making syrup from start to finish during this drop-in program. Visitors are invited to peek in buckets on tapped trees, watch the steam rise in the sugarhouse and learn how to change maple sap into sweet maple […]

We welcome you to join us for another year of entertaining and fun concerts. Concert Dates 2022-2023 Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. (Summer Concert is held at Wenona Park in Bay City) Doors open 30 minutes before each scheduled […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Tuesdays at 10 - 11:15 AM

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Unplug & Play - After School on Tuesday Spend your Tuesday afternoon at the library and unwind from your school day!  Each week will feature supplies such as LEGO, games, puzzles, crafts, and project.  Open to all school age children. Learn More; UNPLUG & PLAY Tuesdays  at 3:15 pm

Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in four fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know. Schedule: March 7 – Birding 101: Equipment and how to ID Birds March 14 – Backyard Birding: Backyard feeding and backyard bird ID March 21 – Conserve the Birds: Birding ethics and backyard habitats/native planting March […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

***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

Teens in grades 6th-12 should join us each week to try a something new. See our website and social media to see specific topics. Learn More: TEENS TRY THIS THURSDAY Thursdays  at 3:15 - 4:15 pm

STEAMspace registration is now open! STEAMspace (S.T.E.A.M. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) plus Makerspace) is a club for students grades 3rd-5th and 6th-12th. It meets 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for 3rd – 5th grades and the 2nd Thursday for 6th – 12th graders. Our first club project […]

Each week, we have a unique creative arts experience for children ages 5 -10. Experiences include visual arts, movement and music, theater, and writing with our fun, caring group of talented instructors who are experts in their field. Students will make art, move their bodies, get messy, make new friends, and explore all aspects of […]

Join a CNC staff member for a tour of the Sugarbush to learn about maple syrup season! Learn basic tree identification, tour the Sugarhouse and tap a maple tree. Dress for the weather for this outdoor program. Meet at the Sugarhouse. FREE | All ages, under 18 w/adult Learn more: TAP-A-TREE March 2, 9 & […]

Fridays at 9:30 - 10:45 AM

For families with young children. March is Reading Month and we are celebrating with surprise readers every Friday morning at the Wirt Library. Drop in to catch a story presented by a local VIP! No registration is required. Learn more: CELEBRATING NATIONAL READING MONTH March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 at 9:45 - 10 […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Explore the world of engineering as you discover the many modern marvels that help solve big problems. Learn about the real engineering work in our community, explore the ways engineers are inspired by nature, and more. This pop-up exhibit is in partnership with the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio and Mid-Century Modern Midland. The […]

Maker Space March is Back! Stop into the museum after school on Fridays 2-4:30pm this March and get creative in our classroom! Make a themed creation or just use your imagination. Adults get in free when they bring their favorite kids along! Registration is requested but not required Learn more: MAKER SPACE MARCH March 3 […]

Parents and kids can participate in STEM games, crafts, and activities! The perfect weekend plan to keep kids engaged and learning! STEM includes reading, math, and science! Let?s learn and grow together! Health snacks included! Cost: $15 Register: FAMILY STEM NIGHT March 10, April 21 & May 12 at 4 - 8 PM

Broadway Playhouse Kids Present: Lewis Carroll's ALICE IN WONDERLAND.  This is an ALL-AGES performance. Hearing assistance will be available. All performances will also include a special *intermission raffle* where attendees can buy tickets to win great prizes from local sponsors! Tickets: $10 plus applicable fees Buy Tickets: ALICE IN WONDERLAND Friday, March 10th 7PM Saturday, […]

Our annual youth archery program will be starting Saturday January 7, 2023, and will run through March 25. The program’s goal is to introduce young people to archery while emphasizing safety and proper form. The lessons start every Saturday morning at 8:30 and run until approximately 11:00. No need to register, just show up for […]

Explore the world of engineering as you discover the many modern marvels that help solve big problems. Learn about the real engineering work in our community, explore the ways engineers are inspired by nature, and more. This pop-up exhibit is in partnership with the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio and Mid-Century Modern Midland. The […]

This interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly-colored butterflies, from countries around the world, emerging from their pupae, feeding, and flying all within the tropical environment of the Dow Garden's Conservatory. Included with your regular admission to Dow Gardens or purchase of an annual admission card; however, reservations are required. IMPORTANT: To ensure the comfort of […]

Pre-registration is required. Call 989-790-5280 to register. Limited 75 per session. March 11 at 11 AM & 12 PM

Pre-registration is required. Call 989-790-5280 to register. Limited 75 per session. March 11 at 11 AM & 12 PM

Join Merry Feith for acrylic painting classes! Create your own 9x12 canvas during these workshops in the Saginaw Art Museum classroom while enjoying therapeutic background music. Classes last about 1.5 hours. All ages and skill levels are welcome. All supplies will be included for this class. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Cost: $20 Register: […]

Discover the magic of maple syrup season Saturdays and Sundays in March as you experience the process of making syrup from start to finish during this drop-in program. Visitors are invited to peek in buckets on tapped trees, watch the steam rise in the sugarhouse and learn how to change maple sap into sweet maple […]

Broadway Playhouse Kids Present: Lewis Carroll's ALICE IN WONDERLAND.  This is an ALL-AGES performance. Hearing assistance will be available. All performances will also include a special *intermission raffle* where attendees can buy tickets to win great prizes from local sponsors! Tickets: $10 plus applicable fees Buy Tickets: ALICE IN WONDERLAND Friday, March 10th 7PM Saturday, […]