KIDS DAILY CALENDAR

Experience an encampment of historical reenactors representing the many eras of America’s history during this free educational and family-friendly event at Frankenmuth River Place Shops! Visit and tour military camps ranging from the French & Indian War through the Revolutionary War, and shop at historical vendors. Activities and events include flag-raising ceremonies, fashion shows with […]

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 - […]

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 […]

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: […]

Learn more: LAWN CHAIR FILM FESTIVAL

Stop inside the Youth Services Makers Space on Monday, July 17 for our all day Kid's Craft Lab! Materials will be provided to construct a three dimensional house! Add one word to the front of your house that you think best describes your home or community. Turn in your finished artwork to the Youth Services […]

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

AGES 0-3 ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND THIS FUN TIME WITH MS. ASHLEY KELLER AND MRS. EMMONS FOR MUSIC AND STORIES! Learn more: MUSIC FOR LITTLES JUNE 26TH AND JULY 17TH AT 10AM!

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 […]

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 […]

Register: Text Amy at 989-992-1803 July 17 at 1 - 2 PM

Drop-in to do a fun craft at the library as part of your Summer Challenge! (Must be participating in Summer Challenge and present in person to do craft). Learn more: DROP-IN CRAFT Mondays at 1 - 4 PM

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: […]

PaleoJoe has been digging dinos for years - and he'll be at the library showing us his casts and fossils! Learn all about the prehistoric creatures and the world they lived in. Learn more: PALEO JOE Monday, July 17, 2023 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us in the Teen Room for the Summer Teen Book Club! Pick up your copy at the Youth Services desk beginning June 28. Please check it out and read it before the program. This is a drop-in program. No registration necessary. Learn more: SUMMER BOOK CLUB: TEEN Monday, July 17, 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm […]

Join the Frankenmuth Wickson District Library at the River Place for Story Time! Learn More: STORY TIME  Tuesdays 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 […]

Listen to a book and make a fun craft Register: STORYTIME  Or call the library at (989) 465-6398 to sign up. June 6, 20, July 18, and August 1 at 10:30 - 11 AM

Join us for Community Helpers StoryTime and Touch-a-Truck event at the Coleman Area Library. Learn more: TOUCH-A-TRUCK & STORYTIME Tue, July 18, 10:30am – 11:30am

Pack your lunch and head to the Lanigan Pavilion at the end of the Homestead Road to munch alongside CNC's Eastern Box Turtle. We will talk about Box Turtle’s journey to Michigan and how his species’ special traits help them survive in the wild. Camp chairs are recommended as picnic table seating is limited. FREE […]

Learn more: STORY TIME June 20, 27, July 11, 18 & 27 at 11 AM - 12 PM

Family, station-based drop in program. Join our "on-the go" community of curiosity each Tuesday throughout the summer, no registration required. Investigative and hands-on fun activities that will spark your interest in science, technology, engineering, art and math. No registration is required. Learn more: SUMMER OF S.T.E.A.M July 11, 18, 25, and August 1 11:00am - […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for Teen Tuesday. Learn more: TEEN TUESDAY Tuesdays at 1 - 2 PM June 20 - Seashell Crafts June 27 - Jewelry Making July 11 - Book Talk July 18 - Mixed Media Art (sign up) July 25 - Balloon Art/Sidewalk Chalk 6th - 12th grade

Learn how animals’ lives are connected and learn about the delicate balance that allows them to survive. Register: LESLIE SCIENCE & NATURE CENTER Tuesday, July 18, 2023 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Join published graphic novelist, Mark Crilley, as he leads participants through easy to follow drawing lessons. Lessons are created on the spot from suggestions of the participants and tailored to those in attendance. Register: HOW TO DRAW MANGA & GRAPHIC NOVELS Tuesday, July 18, 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bring the family to meet with our friends from the Bay City Department of Public Safety 5pm-7pm. Kids under 12 receive a free kiddie sized ice cream cone. Learn more: CONE WITH A COP TUESDAY, JULY 18, 2023 AT 5 PM – 7 PM

Let's Roll Together with The Arc of Midland and The Roll Arena. Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 6-7:30pm for an all-inclusive skate session for individuals with and without disabilities. This session will include wheelchair accessible lanes. These lanes can also be used by individuals who may need assistance with a […]

Join us for a summer picnic and free concert at Roethke Park, located at 400 Leddy Road. Enjoy great music and many more special events on Tuesdays from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Rainouts will be rescheduled for August 22nd, 2023 The Roethke Mini Trail will be ready to roll for the kids during the concert […]

Learn more: TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Tuesdays at 7 PM  

Star race car Lightning McQueen and his pal Mater head overseas to compete in the World Grand Prix race. But the road to the championship becomes rocky as Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own: international espionage. 1 HOUR 46 MINUTES Learn more: CARS 2 - 2011 Tue Jul 18, 9:30p

Come to the library on Wednesday, July 19th between 9:30-11:30 AM to learn about and look at the different trucks that keep our city running at our annual Touch-a-Truck event. Raindate: Thursday, July 20th from 9:30-11:30 AM Hosted in the library parking lot. Learn more: TOUCH-A-TRUCK Wednesday, July 19, 2023 9:30am - 11:30am

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 REC PROGRAM  June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, and August 2 at 10 AM - 12 PM

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 […]

READING WITH FRANK WEDNESDAYS! Come read your favorite tales to everyone's favorite reading dog. Register: Call (989) 652-8323 Learn more: READ WITH FRANK Wednesdays June 21st, June 28th, July 12th, July 19 and July 26th at 10 AM - 12 PM

Join The Castle Museum and Bay City Visitor Center for this Summer FUN Event-Michigan Animals! Event is FREE. No Pre-registration Required. Just Drop In anytime between 10 AM and 1 PM at the Castle Museum. Learn more: MICHIGAN ANIMALS July 19 at 10 Am - 1 PM

In 2019, we introduced the STEM in Sports Center. This year, the STEM Center will offer a variety of engaging, hands-on experiences in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics related to golf, baseball, hockey, tennis, and racing. This is free for all spectators Wednesday – Saturday and we will even be teaming up […]

Rufus the Dufus Is a circus style variety performer including juggling, unicycling and impressive balancing. Learn more: JUGGLING WITH RUFUS THE DUFUS Wed Jul 19, 11:45a

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 […]

Join us for a fun filled afternoon of family board games. All ages are welcome, children younger than 7 will need to bring an adult helper! Learn more: FAMILY BOARD GAMES Wednesday, July 19, 2023 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Learn the basic rules and create a character for D&D 5th edition, plus learn to play in short series of adventures. Each short adventure can be played separately from the others, so come when you can! Whether you're brand new or an experienced player looking for a drop in game - join us to roll […]

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: LIGHT UP THE CITY WEDNESDAY, JULY 19, 2023 AT 5:30 PM – 7 PM

Learn more: MUSIC IN THE PARK Wednesdays at 6:30 PM

Join us for Jazz in the Garden. Learn more: JAZZ IN THE GARDEN July 12th at 7 PM -  Brush Street featuring Julie Mulady July 19th Saucecats July 26th. Robert Lee Review August 2nd Cool Lemon Jazz Band

Sunset BLVD is a band that will transport you back to the golden age of music, the 1980's! Featuring your favorite songs from some of the era's biggest bands, including: Bon Jovi, Poison, Motley Crue, Van Halen, Aerosmith, Def Leppard & more. Learn more: SUNSET BLVD Wed Jul 19, 7:00p

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: 4H MEET & GREET ANIMALS July 20 at 9:30 -11 AM

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 […]

In 2019, we introduced the STEM in Sports Center. This year, the STEM Center will offer a variety of engaging, hands-on experiences in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics related to golf, baseball, hockey, tennis, and racing. This is free for all spectators Wednesday – Saturday and we will even be teaming up […]

Learn more: BE KIND TO OUR PLANET July 20 at 10:30 AM

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 […]

Beverly, the Music Lady is ready to share new songs and discover new sounds highlighting themes of Kindness, Friendship and Unity! This program will take place outdoors on the library's lawn as part of our Summer Lawn Series. Please bring lawn chairs or a blanket. In case of inclement weather, we will move inside to […]

Learn more: BE KIND TO OUR PLANET July 20 at 2 PM

Three concerts with food trucks. Learn more: SUMMER CONCERTS June 29, July 20 and August 15 at 5:30 PM

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 […]

July 20th marks the anniversary of the first Apollo moon landing that took place in 1969. Join us for a special showing of CAPCOM GO!: The Apollo Story followed by a short program by Planetarium Manager Mike Murray with rare footage, astronaut accounts, and fulldome imagery. Cost: $5/ person Purchase tickets: INTERNATIONAL MOON DAY Thursday, […]

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 […]

Tickets: $10 Buy Tickets: WILLY WONKA July 20-22 at 7 PM July 23 at  2 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

This event aims to bring together students who are interested in pursuing a career in various skilled trades fields, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, welding, HVAC, pipe fitting, and more. This event will provide high school students with a unique opportunity to interact with industry professionals, gain insights into different trades, and explore potential career […]

In 2019, we introduced the STEM in Sports Center. This year, the STEM Center will offer a variety of engaging, hands-on experiences in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics related to golf, baseball, hockey, tennis, and racing. This is free for all spectators Wednesday – Saturday and we will even be teaming up […]

Join an Interpretive Naturalist at Averill Preserve to learn about some of Michigan’s native reptiles and amphibians! From snakes to frogs, we’ll discuss how these special animals help keep our ecosystems healthy. Lawn chairs and blankets recommended as seating is limited. Meet At Little Forks Conservancy's Averill Preserve pavilion, 657 E Wackerly Rd, Sanford, MI […]

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 […]

Learn more: BE KIND TO YOUR MIND Fridays at 1-2 PM

Tap into your creative side and learn to make your own survival bracelets and key chains out of paracord! Paracord line was originally used with parachutes. Youth will learn different weaving patterns and how to map out measurements to make different sized bracelets. Participants will be able to take home what they make! Registration for […]

Silly Sailor Snoopenheimer says, "Let's Get 'ALL TOGETHER NOW' on board der best ship dat ever sailed der silly seas...der S.S. FriendShip!" This super fun program will feature wacky comedy, stories, juggling, music, mime and illusions as S. S. Snoopenheimer and his "Snooperdooper Shipmates" snoop out what it means to be a friend! "Friendship is […]

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 […]

Tickets: $10 Buy Tickets: WILLY WONKA July 20-22 at 7 PM July 23 at  2 PM

EXTRA! EXTRA! Read all about it! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit inspires everyone to fight for what’s right and seize the day! It is 1899 and times are tough in New York City. The rag-tag group of newsboys called the newsies survive day-to-day by buying papers from publishers and selling them on the […]

Many people enjoy watching Ruby Throated Hummingbirds at their feeders during the birds' annual summer visit to Michigan. Have you wondered what their nest looks like, how many young they raise or what flowers attract hummingbirds? Allen Chartier, Michigan’s hummingbird expert, will answer these questions and more during a 1-hour indoor "Hummingbirds of the Great […]

Do you know how to crochet, but you just want to make something different? Using the shell stitch, you can make a quick and easy lanyard or keychain in no time! We will provide all of the materials. Stitches used: chain, single, and double crochet. Join us for a morning of fun! Register: LET'S CROCHET […]

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 […]

In 2019, we introduced the STEM in Sports Center. This year, the STEM Center will offer a variety of engaging, hands-on experiences in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics related to golf, baseball, hockey, tennis, and racing. This is free for all spectators Wednesday – Saturday and we will even be teaming up […]

The children's mixed media are program will teach your artists how to combine water color, colored pencils and markers on heavy weight paper. The designs will be preprinted ahead of time. Register: PAINTERLY POTTERY Saturday, July 22, 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm

July 22 CHRISTMAS IN JULY Saturday 10 am - 1 pm --Kids Day with Christmas activities like ornament painting and cookie decorating, frozen hot cocoa, a visit from Santa, Fundraising Smoked Turkey Leg sale and MORE. Learn more: A VERY MERRY MARKET CHRISTMAS SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023 AT 11 AM – 2 PM

Tom Welsh will be here to teach a class on keeping your bicycle in good repair. He will show techniques that he uses to repair bikes. Anyone ages 8 and up are welcome to attend. Learn more: BICYCLE REPAIR CLASS July 22, 2023, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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 - […]

Please come join us for free summer time activities. We will have a bounce house, tractor rides, popcorn and ice cream. Additionally we will have a touch a truck/tractor area and various kid activities with prizes. We will have this event rain or shine, however event list will be modified. Learn more: SUMMER FEST SATURDAY, […]

Paper Pulp Sculpting Participants will create a wall hanging relief or freestanding sculpture with newspaper paper pulp and adhesive like Regional Biennial artist Megan Grierson’s, Grief Object #5. Megan creates paper pulp and then shapes it with her hands or imbeds an object in it to make an impression and then removes it when it […]

Learn about maple syrup by backyard maple syrup producer/presenter Don Snoeyink with the follow-up of a tasting of vanilla ice cream topped with maple syrup. Register: MAPLE SYRUP AND VANILLA ICE CREAM Saturday, July 22, 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn more: MUSIC FROM THE MARSH Saturdays at 7 PM

Tickets: $10 Buy Tickets: WILLY WONKA July 20-22 at 7 PM July 23 at  2 PM

EXTRA! EXTRA! Read all about it! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit inspires everyone to fight for what’s right and seize the day! It is 1899 and times are tough in New York City. The rag-tag group of newsboys called the newsies survive day-to-day by buying papers from publishers and selling them on the […]