Enjoy great holiday shopping and dining throughout Downtown. Plus, enter to win the Sleigh of Gifts and one of wreaths features in the Festival of Wreaths at any of the participating businesses. Free carriage rides will be offered from Noon until 3:00 p.m. starting at the State Theatre. Watch for more detailed information! Learn more: […]

Christmas Vacation (1989) - 2:00 pm It's Christmas time and the Griswolds are preparing for a family seasonal celebration, but things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen and their two kids. Clark's continual bad luck is worsened by his obnoxious family guests, but he manages to keep going knowing that his Christmas bonus […]

Register: Call 989-667-3240 or email Kayla at [email protected] BAISD LLC Bay schedule Monday 9 - 10:15 AM & Wednesday 5:30 - 6:45 PM

Learn more: STORY TIME  September - May at 9:30 AM

Join us for drop-in jungle gym hours. Take a tumble, flip out and drop by for some fun! Ages 6 & under. $6/child. 1 hour time slots. No registration needed! Learn More: JUNGLE GYM Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10 AM - 12 PM Saturday 4 - 5:30 PM

This story time is an interactive learning experience that helps preschool aged children strengthen the skills necessary for a successful transition to kindergarten. Story time and activities focus on early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills such as colors, shapes, numbers, counting, letters, and scissors practice. Stories, activities, and crafts are prepared for children ages 3 […]

Families with young children. Celebrate Dino-vember withs stories, songs, crafts, and play centered on dinosaurs at this station based program. No registration is required. Learn more: DINOSAUR CELEBRATION Monday, November 27, 2023 10:30am - 11:30am

Library Story Hour November 6th-December 18th For kids ages 2-5. Sign-up required to attend. Learn more: STORY HOUR

Learn more: STORY TIME September - May Mondays at 11 AM & Tuesdays at 9:30 AM

Join an Interpretive Naturalist for a hike to enjoy this month’s full moon. Learn how the tradition of naming moons began and what makes each month special. Please wear dark colors and bring a flashlight. FREE | Ages: 9+, under 18 w/adult 11/27/2023 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM - Learn More: FULL MOON STROLL 12/27/2023 5:00 […]

Learn more: STORY TIME September - May Mondays at 11 AM & Tuesdays at 9:30 AM

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs. The story time will end with an activity or a simple craft. Event Details Come read, sing, and dance with us at storytime! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun craft all about Pete the Cat! This storytime will repeat again at 11:00 a.m. Tickets for this program […]

Auburn Library Schedule: Tuesday 10 - 11:15 AM

Children ages 1-6 with caregiver are invited to join us at the Sage Branch Library for breakfast (muffins, juice, and fruit) and coffee! Clifford will be in the room to hear a story and dance! Registration is required. Call us at 989-892-8555 opt 4 if you need assistance with registration. We look forward to see […]

Tales for Twos story time at Zauel Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room Tuesday, October 3, 2023 10:30am - 11:30am Learn more: TALES FOR TWOS AT ZAUEL

Learn more: Story Time September - May Tuesdays at 11 AM

Items will be fired in the store's kiln and returned to the library for pick-up at a later date. Register: PAINTERLY POTTERY Tuesday, November 28, 2023 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Feel the rhythm! Join us to decorate maracas and create a spin drum! Register: MAKE AN INSTRUMENT Tuesday, November 28, 2023 5:30pm - 6:30pm

When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, […]

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The Courthouse Lighting will take place on November 28, 2023. It’s a magical evening each year when the lights go on in front of Midland’s courthouse and, for many children and adults, the holidays begin! Every year the courthouse lighting heralds Santa’s arrival and the opening of his house for visitors young and old alike. […]

Tue, November 28, 6:30pm – 8:00pm Admission: $8 **Mt.Pleasant Discovery Museum is a participant in the STEM Passport.  Learn more about the organization and other upcoming events by visiting  https://bit.ly/STEMpassport2022

Date and time of the event: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 9:00-10:30am Place the event will be held: Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1310 Ashman Street, Midland, MI ( Room 114, Enter the Church on Allen Street door, it is the room as you enter to the right of the receptionist.) Description: Join Us! Come Experience MPP! All […]

Join us for drop-in jungle gym hours. Take a tumble, flip out and drop by for some fun! Ages 6 & under. $6/child. 1 hour time slots. No registration needed! Learn More: JUNGLE GYM Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10 AM - 12 PM Saturday 4 - 5:30 PM

Join us every Wednesday for another weekly Storytime. Stories and activities vary each week. Wednesday Storytime is usually geared for preschool ages and younger. Learn More: STORYTIME Wednesdays at 11 am

Join us for story time, songs, finger plays, a take and make craft, information, resources, and more! We will be at Cultivate Coffee and Tea at the Midland Mall from 11-11:30 AM on November 29th. For more information, contact Kelly at 989-418-9931 or [email protected]. Learn more: STORY TIME November 29th at 11 AM

Join us each week in the Carolyn R. Otto Family Literacy Center for songs, fingerplays, stories and activities! Storytimes are for ages 2-5, but all are welcome! Our activities are open-ended and engaging so all children can participate. Each week children also receive a free book to take home to help build their personal library. […]

Want to virtually swim with dolphins in the ocean? Maybe slash some beats like a musical Jedi? Or, play a game of virtual putt-putt with your friends - while on the space station?! Get (Virtually) Real at the library! Wednesdays from 2pm-4pm, you can experience #virtualreality at the Coleman Area Library. Help and guidance provided […]

Register: Call 989-667-3240 or email Kayla at [email protected] BAISD LLC Bay schedule Monday 9 - 10:15 AM & Wednesday 5:30 - 6:45 PM

Come to the library to play with Superspace Magnetic Panels! Bring your creativity and imagination to create anything from a tunnel to a fort that can fit your entire family. A fun time for everyone! This is a drop in program, no registration is required. Learn more: FAMILY NIGHT Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:30pm - […]

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Passes valid for children 10 years old and younger. Skate rental due at admission. Cannot be used towards group rates or birthday parties. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Only one pass is eligible per child, disregard extra pass sent per child. Session dates and times subject to change. Register: KIDS SKATE FREE Wednesday […]

BAISD LLC Arenac Schedule - Thursdays at 10 - 11:15 AM

Enjoy connecting with your baby using songs, dances, stories, and a craft! Tickets for this program will be handed out 30 minutes before the program at the YS desk. Learn more: BABY STORYTIME Thursday, October 26, 2023 1:00pm - 1:30pm Thursday, November 30, 2023 1:00pm - 1:30pm  

*Due to the high demand of this program, please only register at one BCLS location – thank you! *Please register using the name of the teen that will be participating. This program will offer a selection of winter themed items ready for a splash of color! Participants will learn optional techniques for painting these textured […]

  Richland Township Park 4 - 6 PM Learn more: HOLIDAY EVENT

Children ages 12 and under may join us at the Sage Branch Library for Make a Gift on Thu, Nov 30 at 4:30 pm. Design a mug, card, and gift bag to give away this holiday season! We look forward to seeing you! If you need help with registration please contact 989-892-8555 opt 4. Thursday, […]

November 30th 5-7pm Registration Required

Annex Meeting Room Enjoy all the fun, family-friendly activities in downtown Mt. Pleasant this weekend! Drop by the Veterans Memorial Library Annex Meeting Room during open business hours for a family photo opportunity with a winter wonderland-themed background. It's the perfect time to capture your family's holiday photo for greeting cards. Kids may also enjoy […]

** $5 Swim Night ** Learn more: $5 SWIM NIGHT Thursday - 5 - 8 pm

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Lace up your shoes and dig out your most festive gear as the Jingle Bell Fun Run returns on November 30. This fun, free 1-mile run or walk begins at 6:30 p.m. at the corner of Ashman and Main Streets in Downtown Midland. It’s not a timed race, so people of all ages are welcome […]

BAISD Career Center Schedule - Friday at 9:30 - 10:45 PM

Join us for drop-in jungle gym hours. Take a tumble, flip out and drop by for some fun! Ages 6 & under. $6/child. 1 hour time slots. No registration needed! Learn More: JUNGLE GYM Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10 AM - 12 PM Saturday 4 - 5:30 PM

Make your shopping experience extra special during Holly Jolly Days in Downtown Midland. On December 1-3, guests can find special holiday shopping deals, view beautifully-painted holiday window displays, cozy up by the outdoor fireplaces while enjoying a Commons beverage, and participate in family festivities. Free horse-drawn carriage rides will be available Friday, December 1 from […]

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. Cost: Adults $5.00 + admission. Children (and students […]

A special skating for homeschool and virtual learners the first Friday of every month September-June from 12:00-1:30pm. Admission is $10 for each skater and includes rental. Our snack bar and The Wheel House (our attached restaurant) will be open for food and drink to be purchased. Learn More: ROLL ARENA First Friday of the month […]

LEAP (Library Explore And Play) is a club for local Homeschooling families. Join us from 1:30pm to 3:00pm on the 1st Friday of each month during the school year. Learn, explore, play and socialize at the Coleman Area Library. Please note: activities are not curriculum based and are intended to be a fun addition to […]

Join us for an afternoon of shopping with a variety of local small business vendors! You can shop for your self or a special person on your list. All items sold at this event will be priced at $20 or less and you're bound to find something for everyone! December 1 is a half day […]

View the events in the flyer for fun family events this holiday season in Hemlock! Learn more: HOLIDAY EVENTS

All aboard! Join the library for this magical night to celebrate winter. Come in your pajamas and board the Polar Express! Plan your route through the library for cookies, hot chocolate, crafts, activities, and a visit from jolly St. Nick. Make sure to tour the library and see all the new things that we have […]

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season and come out and take a hike on our illuminated trail. The festive inflatables will guide you to the trail and lead you to a warm campfire, Christmas music, hot cocoa, cookies and SANTA! Bring Coats for Kids donations to drop off at the […]

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Learn more: SANTA TRAIN December 2 at 9 - 10 AM

December 2nd 9-11am Learn more: DONUTS WITH SANTA

At Zehnder’s, the magic of the holidays isn’t just in the air; it’s on your plate! Join us on Saturday, December 2nd at 9 am for a special Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Zehnder’s Restaurant. Enjoy festive flavors, enchanting stories and even a small gift from Santa himself. Breakfast Includes: • Fruit Cup […]

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Learn More: KIDS WORKSHOPS First Saturday at 9 am - 12 PM

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Learn More: KIDS WORKSHOPS First Saturday at 9 am – 12 PM

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Learn More: KIDS WORKSHOPS First Saturday at 9 am – 12 PM

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Learn More: KIDS WORKSHOPS First Saturday at 9 am – 12 PM

December 2nd 9am to 3pm

Vendors will be here with a variety of crafts, household items, clothing, cards, candles, gift items, and baked goods! Also serving delicious homemade breakfast and lunch items! Hosted by the 7th & 8th graders of St. John’s Lutheran School. Learn more: HOLIDAY BAZAAR

View the events in the flyer for fun family events this holiday season in Hemlock! Learn more: HOLIDAY EVENTS

Get ready for a festive adventure that will spark your kid’s creativity and also spread holiday cheer! Our Gingerbread House Workshop is a hands-on experience where kids can put their imaginations to the test and craft their very own edible masterpiece. Kids will even receive a kit to take home and decorate with friends and […]

December 2nd 10:00am-3:00pm Free admission!

Make your shopping experience extra special during Holly Jolly Days in Downtown Midland. On December 1-3, guests can find special holiday shopping deals, view beautifully-painted holiday window displays, cozy up by the outdoor fireplaces while enjoying a Commons beverage, and participate in family festivities. Free horse-drawn carriage rides will be available Friday, December 1 from […]

Get creative, a little messy, and make masterpieces with your family at the Center! Explore different art mediums as you learn about a variety of art-making techniques. All supplies are included in the workshop fee, along with Admission on the day of your workshop for our seasonal Museum Pop-Up Exhibits! DEC 2 Sculpt It! - […]

December 2, 2023 10:30am-12:30pm

Explore the home of Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow decked out in holiday splendor. During your self-guided experience through the house, docents will be available to answer questions, festive refreshments will be available, and music will put you in the holiday spirit. Cost: Adults $5.00 + admission. Children (and students with i.d.) $3.00 + […]

Passes valid for children 10 years old and younger. Skate rental due at admission. Cannot be used towards group rates or birthday parties. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Only one pass is eligible per child, disregard extra pass sent per child. Session dates and times subject to change. Register: KIDS SKATE FREE Wednesday […]

Sweet Santas Watercolor & Ink Illustration with Allise Noble Create a set of 5x7 holiday illustrations that show your personality. Santa templates to trace will be provided, while you add the fun details to make it your own! Learn watercolor and ink techniques along the way that you can carry over into other projects. The […]

October 7, 2023 - January 6, 2024 Join Merry Feith for acrylic painting classes! Create your own 9×12 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. October 7, 2023 | Pumpkin Farm Charm November 4, 2023 […]

At Zehnder’s, the magic of the holidays isn’t just in the air; it’s on your plate! Join us on Saturday, December 2nd at 1 pm for a special Lunch with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel and Waterpark. Enjoy festive flavors, enchanting stories and even a small gift from Santa himself. Lunch […]

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Join us for drop-in jungle gym hours. Take a tumble, flip out and drop by for some fun! Ages 6 & under. $6/child. 1 hour time slots. No registration needed! Learn More: JUNGLE GYM Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10 AM - 12 PM Saturday 4 - 5:30 PM

Admission: Free Location: Village of St. Charles - along South Saginaw Street Along the Boulevard on South Saginaw Street St. Charles, Michigan 48655 Time: 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM Contact: Community Organization Email: [email protected] Phone: (989) 865-8287 Learn more: OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS

Gladwin County Festival of Lights Christmas Parade presents "Sweet Sweet Christmas". The lighted parade is sure to be a hit for all ages. For those who would like to participate, line up will start at 4 p.m. in the parking lot West of the Secretary of State office. Entry will be from State Street just […]

Parade route begins at Western HS and will head east down Midland Rd to South Auburn Rd (9 mile) and ending at Auburn United Methodist Church. Santa will be lighting the city Christmas Tree at City Hall immediately following the parade. Bring the family for pictures with Santa and holiday festivities at Auburn United Methodist […]

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Join us for an evening of Music celebrating the holiday season and the coming of Winter. We hope to see you there! Tickets: $25 or $30 at the door Buy tickets: ROANE CELTIC HOLIDAY CONCERT December 2 at 7 PM