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 […]

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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, […]

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. Presented by the Frankenmuth Women's Club Learn more: CONCERTS IN THE PARK All Shows Begin at 7:00pm – Rain or Shine (They are cancelled or […]

All summer concerts will be held at 7:00pm at the Jolt Credit Union Event Park across from the Dow Event Center in Downtown Saginaw. In case of rain our concert will be held right across the street from the Jolt Credit Union Event Park in the Heritage Theatre inside the Dow Event Center. Learn more: […]

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

This year's Summer Challenge theme is "All Together Now" celebrating friendship and working together! Drop in at the library for a fun storytime with books and music for kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers (age group flexible, please arrive a few minutes early). Learn more: SUMMER STORY TIME Mondays at 10 AM

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

It's back! Stories and Songs in the Park at Sage Library! Stop by Pershing Park (next to Sage Library) for some literacy fun weather permitting. Registration is not required but it is available. Everyone registered will receive weekly reminders and notification if the event is cancelled. If you need assistance in the registration process please […]

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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: […]

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 event will be held Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at Ojibway Island at dusk and will be synced along with music. Saginaw County employees, law enforcement, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Learn more: TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Tuesdays at 7 PM  

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

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 […]

Toddlers (and parents!) are invited to join us for Wee Wednesdays! Wee Wednesdays is a bi-monthly program held from 10 to 11 am on the first and third Wednesday of the month. During each session, wee ones will gain skills in art, reading, critical thinking, and tactile development. Each session will be a new project […]

Learn more: SUMMER FAMILY FLICKS Wednesday & Thursday - June 7th - August 10th at 10 AM

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 […]

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 1 PM. Learn more: RIVETING ROCKETS FOR KIDS July 5th at 10 AM - 1 PM

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

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 […]

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 […]

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

Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the universe. Journey to […]

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

Join the West Midland Family Center for a free family swim. Learn more: FREE FAMILY SWIM Wednesdays July 5, July 19, August 16 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Learn more: MUSIC IN THE PARK Wednesdays at 6:30 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 […]

Learn more: SUMMER FAMILY FLICKS Wednesday & Thursday - June 7th - August 10th at 10 AM

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 […]

Learn more: REPCO WILDLIFE July 6 at 10:30 AM

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 […]

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 […]

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 chain. Learn more: POND LIFE! AQUATIC DETECTIVES WITH 4-H Thursday, July 6, 2023 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Learn more: REPCO WILDLIFE July 6 at 2 PM

​Join us for stories, activities, and discussions with a Doctor, Police Officer, Firefighter, Veterinarian, Scientist, and Teacher. For kids of any age. June 15th- Doctor June 29th- Police Officer July 6th- Firefighter July 13th- Veterinarian July 27th- Scientist August 10th- Teacher Learn more at: https://www.sleepydogbooks.com/events.html#/

Spend your evening with us in Uptown! Bring a chair and relax, as you listen to a variety of live bands each Thursday at the fountain Learn more: THURSDAYS @ UPTOWN June 29 - Coleman Road Band July 6 - NiConn July 13 - Sarah Schingeck July 20 - A Pair of Ace's July 27 […]

Make a pet toy to be donated to the Humane Society of Midland County. Learn more: MAKE & DONATE PET TOY Thu, July 6, 6pm – 7pm

Cook better tasting nutritious food with less time and money while exercising all your senses: smelling, seeing, touching, tasting, and hearing in hands-on cooking. Register: FUSION COOKING WITH MING & BARBARA Thursday, July 6, 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Standish Historic Depot presents its 2023 Summer Concert Series. The concerts are every Thursday during the months of June, July, and August. We're proud to present this year's lineup. Bring a chair and a beverage and of course all your family and friends. Music, dancing as you wish, and hot buttered popcorn!! Learn more: SUMMER […]

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 […]

Nesting season for turtles is in full swing! Join an Interpretive Naturalist to look for them and learn how CNC helps the eggs survive to hatching. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 9+, under 18 w/adult Learn more: TURTLE WATCH 7/6/2023 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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 […]

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 […]

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 with our origami crafts and calligraphy activities to decorate bamboo trees in celebration of the day. Learn more: TANABATA STAR FESTIVAL July 7 at 1 […]

Main Street comes alive from 6PM – 9PM with live music and street performers EVERY FRIDAY from May 26th thru September 1st. Discover talented musicians from around the state as well as some local favorites. Face painting, balloon twisting and magicians, oh my! The lineup changes weekly, so be sure to check the website for […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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, 2023. Learn more: SUMMER KIDS MOVIE SERIES Doors open at 12:30 PM. Movie Line-up: JUMANJI - SAT 7/8 & SUN 7/9 THE BAD GUYS - […]

Enjoy a movie and a snack! This month we'll be watching The Mitchells vs. the Machines (PG). Families with children are invited to attend. Register: SATURDAY CINEMA Saturday, July 8, 2023 1:00pm - 3:00pm

This month's series: "Demon Slayer" Love both anime and manga? Join us in the Hoyt Auditorium to discuss the differences between the manga and the anime! Read the first volume of this month's series, and we'll watch the beginning episodes to discuss what was changed and what was kept the same. Register: ANIME/ GRAPHIC NOVEL […]

Learn more: MUSIC FROM THE MARSH Saturdays at 7 PM