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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: […]

The Historic Trombley/Centre House opens its doors to welcome visitors to a holiday event for the whole family. See the house decorated in Victorian holiday style for Christmas, enjoy some refreshments and listen to period music, while children enjoy period crafts and games. Cost: FREE Learn more: HOLIDAYS AT THE TROMBLEY HOUSE December 3 & […]

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Its A Wonderful Life - 1946 - 2:00 pm George Bailey has spent his entire life giving of himself to the people of Bedford Falls. He has always longed to travel but never had the opportunity in order to prevent rich skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over the entire town. All that prevents him from […]

It’s time to play outdoors! Whether we’re making pies in the mud kitchen, building forts, constructing rivers, lounging in hammocks or creating nature art, this hour of play is sure to engage everyone! Come make some new friends as you enjoy an afternoon outdoors. Caregivers must remain with children during this program. This program will […]

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Description BELOVED CLASSIC Based on the heartwarming classic film, IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS is a holiday favorite for the whole family. Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act. The two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which […]

The The Tipsy Cowboy's Snow Angels! FREE Christmas Shopping Event for Bay and Arenac County children ages 2-15 years old. *MUST sign up by Sunday, Dec. 3rd, 2023. To sign up or for more information call Janice at 989-879-1551. Parents will shop for their family and the angels will wrap and deliver the presents under […]

Kiddos will hear two stories while enjoying fruit snacks and juice. Afterward we will do a small craft. Learn more: AIRPORT STORYTIME SUNDAY, November 12 & December 10 AT 3 PM – 4 PM

Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without family drama, right? Escape from your own family drama to join Judith and Hayden Stewart as they plan a big family Christmas party. As the party draws near, everyone is on their best behavior. Too good to be true? Probably! The intrigue builds as family members wonder what other family […]

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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 […]

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

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Exams are fast approaching! The Library is converting to a teen study environment for the week of December 11-15 from 2:30-close. We will have all 3 Conference Rooms blocked off for studying as well as space in the Teen Room. We'll also have plenty of free snacks to fuel your cram session! Grab your friends […]

We're excited for another year of spreading holiday cheer! We have cookie decorating and crafts for kids, hot cocoa and heaters for staying warm, and horse-drawn carriage rides around our beautiful campus for making memories. We hope to see you there! This free event is happening on four nights at Northwood University: Monday, December 11th, […]

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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. Come read, sing, and dance with us for a fun-filled winter storytime! Enjoy a craft at the end of the session in the Youth Services Makers Space. This storytime will repeat again at 11:00 am. Tickets […]

Auburn Library Schedule: Tuesday 10 - 11:15 AM

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

Gladwin County Families: December 12th 11:30am-12:30pm Clare County Families: December 14th 11:30am-12:30pm Register here: HOLIDAY PARTY

Create a one of a kind luminary to light up the holidays! We will be using epsom salt, a glass jar, ribbon and holiday greens to complete this charming craft. Join us in the Orchard Room. Register: MAKE IT & TAKE IT Tuesday, December 12, 2023 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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Exams are fast approaching! The Library is converting to a teen study environment for the week of December 11-15 from 2:30-close. We will have all 3 Conference Rooms blocked off for studying as well as space in the Teen Room. We'll also have plenty of free snacks to fuel your cram session! Grab your friends […]

Come out to Sanford Centennial Museum on December 5 & 6, and 12 & 13, from 3:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. for a night of holiday fun with Santa! Enjoy free chocolate milk, cookies, and candy and see the museum grounds lit up in Christmas splendor. Visit Santa in the new Santa House! Kids get […]

We're excited for another year of spreading holiday cheer! We have cookie decorating and crafts for kids, hot cocoa and heaters for staying warm, and horse-drawn carriage rides around our beautiful campus for making memories. We hope to see you there! This free event is happening on four nights at Northwood University: Monday, December 11th, […]

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“Join Ms. Cora from UpBeat Music Academy for a special musical story time. Participants will get to explore different handheld rhythm instruments while we sing, dance, read and play together.” Learn more: UPBEAT STORYTIME 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10 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

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 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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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 […]

Exams are fast approaching! The Library is converting to a teen study environment for the week of December 11-15 from 2:30-close. We will have all 3 Conference Rooms blocked off for studying as well as space in the Teen Room. We'll also have plenty of free snacks to fuel your cram session! Grab your friends […]

Register to color a snowman tic tac toe board and pieces. Register: SNOWMAN TIC-TAC TOE Wednesday, December 13, 2023 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Come out to Sanford Centennial Museum on December 5 & 6, and 12 & 13, from 3:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. for a night of holiday fun with Santa! Enjoy free chocolate milk, cookies, and candy and see the museum grounds lit up in Christmas splendor. Visit Santa in the new Santa House! Kids get […]

Live Reindeer at the library! See the live reindeer on the lawn and come in to warm up and create a craft in the Kantzler Community Room. Family fun for all ages! No registration required. Camera use is encouraged! Learn more: REINDEER Wednesday, December 13, 2023 5:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Please join us at the Sage Branch to choose from an assortment of craft supplies to recreate previous projects or make something new. Register: CRAFT CLEANOUT EXTRAVAGANZA Wednesday, December 13, 2023 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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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 […]

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Description BELOVED CLASSIC Based on the heartwarming classic film, IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS is a holiday favorite for the whole family. Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act. The two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which […]

Bring yourself and your imagination to the Story Room between December 14th and January 2nd and enjoy our Community Helper Discovery Depot! Dress up as a fire fighter, construction worker, police officer, and so much more! Hours for Discovery Depot are a half an hour after the library opens to a half an hour before […]

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

December 14, 2023 10:30am-12pm

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 […]

Gladwin County Families: December 12th 11:30am-12:30pm Clare County Families: December 14th 11:30am-12:30pm Register here: HOLIDAY PARTY

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 […]

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Exams are fast approaching! The Library is converting to a teen study environment for the week of December 11-15 from 2:30-close. We will have all 3 Conference Rooms blocked off for studying as well as space in the Teen Room. We'll also have plenty of free snacks to fuel your cram session! Grab your friends […]

Calling all 4th and 5th graders that love to read! We have a book club just for you! Come to this book club with a book that you have read that you would like to share. Enjoy a snack during our book chats and an activity after. This program will take place in the Story […]

Join us for a special Storytime with Santa and then take a photo with Santa. All ages welcome. This event is free and open to the public. Questions? Call the library at (989) 465-6398. This event is in collaboration with Mid Michigan Community Action Agency and Coleman Early Head Start Learn more: STORIES & SELFIES […]

Get ready to make your holidays bright at Dow Gardens! Stroll the gently-lit pathway, meet Santa’s reindeer (December 7 - 9), and listen to carolers sing the songs of the season. Travelin’ Toms will be on site with warm beverages for purchase. No admission is charged for these free old-fashioned evenings of candlelight and music. […]

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Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Description BELOVED CLASSIC Based on the heartwarming classic film, IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS is a holiday favorite for the whole family. Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act. The two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which […]

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

Learn more: HOLIDAY FAMILY FILM FEST

Bring yourself and your imagination to the Story Room between December 14th and January 2nd and enjoy our Community Helper Discovery Depot! Dress up as a fire fighter, construction worker, police officer, and so much more! Hours for Discovery Depot are a half an hour after the library opens to a half an hour before […]

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 […]

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 […]

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Exams are fast approaching! The Library is converting to a teen study environment for the week of December 11-15 from 2:30-close. We will have all 3 Conference Rooms blocked off for studying as well as space in the Teen Room. We'll also have plenty of free snacks to fuel your cram session! Grab your friends […]

Secret Santa Crafts Projects Drop off your child at Studio 23 and shop in the downtown Bay City area while your child creates a "secret" one-of-a-kind holiday gift. Students will relax while listening to holiday music and make their choice of holiday wood ornament, a snow globe, a wood slice ornament, Santa paintbrush ornament, 6x6 […]

Get ready to make your holidays bright at Dow Gardens! Stroll the gently-lit pathway, meet Santa’s reindeer (December 7 - 9), and listen to carolers sing the songs of the season. Travelin’ Toms will be on site with warm beverages for purchase. No admission is charged for these free old-fashioned evenings of candlelight and music. […]

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World-renowned pianist, Kevin Cole performs all your holiday favorites! This is a show the entire family will love. Kevin’s original piano arrangements will take you on a Sleigh Ride through a Winter Wonderland of the best holiday music. You’ll hum along as he plays your favorite Christmas tunes and his lightning fast fingers dashing across […]

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Description BELOVED CLASSIC Based on the heartwarming classic film, IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS is a holiday favorite for the whole family. Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act. The two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which […]

Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without family drama, right? Escape from your own family drama to join Judith and Hayden Stewart as they plan a big family Christmas party. As the party draws near, everyone is on their best behavior. Too good to be true? Probably! The intrigue builds as family members wonder what other family […]

FREE pancake breakfast for anyone! December 16, 2023 from 9:00am–11:00am! No registration required, while supplies last. Breakfast includes: Pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, fruit, coffee, and juice! This event is made possible by a grant from the Youth Advisory Endowment Fund of the Bay Area Community Foundation and sponsorship from Copus Orthodontics Learn more: […]

Come have Breakfast w/ Santa at the Riverfront Grille & Lounge (located inside the DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront). Guests will enjoy a breakfast buffet, holiday coloring pages, a DoubleTree Cookie, and of course, visiting/taking photos with Santa! Reservations can be made by calling 989-460-1700. Adult $14 Child $8 *Use your own camera […]

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Calling all little elves! Join us for this jolly Holiday Delivery Truck build that’s also a gift card holder! Kids will love hand-crafting this unique toy that also makes a memorable gift. Bring your mini-DIYer into Lowe’s at one of the select time slots. Workshops hosted by one our Red Vest experts are held from […]

Calling all little elves! Join us for this jolly Holiday Delivery Truck build that’s also a gift card holder! Kids will love hand-crafting this unique toy that also makes a memorable gift. Bring your mini-DIYer into Lowe’s at one of the select time slots. Workshops hosted by one our Red Vest experts are held from […]

Bring yourself and your imagination to the Story Room between December 14th and January 2nd and enjoy our Community Helper Discovery Depot! Dress up as a fire fighter, construction worker, police officer, and so much more! Hours for Discovery Depot are a half an hour after the library opens to a half an hour before […]

Come join us for a day full of magic inside our market! We welcome princesses, Santa Clause, FREE family fun activities and MORE! More details to come! Join us! December 16th 10am-6pm

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! NOV 18 Watercolor Calligraphy - […]

THEATER FOR FAMILIES Performance followed by cookie decorating & gift making! The North Pole Christmas Pageant is in full swing when an elf discovers that Santa’s Naughty/Nice List has gone MISSING! How will Santa know who gets presents? Can the pageant still go on? Elves Wobbles, Sparkle, Titterbell, and ‘Setta need YOUR help to solve […]

December 16 11am-1pm

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 […]

Secret Santa Crafts Projects Drop off your child at Studio 23 and shop in the downtown Bay City area while your child creates a "secret" one-of-a-kind holiday gift. Students will relax while listening to holiday music and make their choice of holiday wood ornament, a snow globe, a wood slice ornament, Santa paintbrush ornament, 6x6 […]

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Register to make an ornament of your choosing. Wear old clothes in case you get messy. Register: FAMILY ORNAMENT Saturday, December 16, 2023 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Description BELOVED CLASSIC Based on the heartwarming classic film, IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS is a holiday favorite for the whole family. Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act. The two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which […]

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 […]

World-renowned pianist, Kevin Cole performs all your holiday favorites! This is a show the entire family will love. Kevin’s original piano arrangements will take you on a Sleigh Ride through a Winter Wonderland of the best holiday music. You’ll hum along as he plays your favorite Christmas tunes and his lightning fast fingers dashing across […]

The Midland Center Youth Honor Choirs, both individually and combined, will showcase music they've been working on since September. Cocoa and cookies will be served following the concert. Directed by Anna Doering and Heather DeGroot. Tickets $12 (not including processing fees) Buy tickets: YOUTH CHOIRS HOLIDAY CONCERT Saturday, December 16, 2023 | 3 PM In […]

The Great American Eclipse is coming in April, 2024… and with it comes a brand new show about eclipses. Don’t miss sharing this once-in-a-lifetime experience! This fulldome production features exciting visuals that explore: The historical and cultural views of eclipses illustrated in culturally inspired styles The geometry that gives us lunar, partial, annular, and (of […]

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 […]

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

Get ready to make your holidays bright at Dow Gardens! Stroll the gently-lit pathway, meet Santa’s reindeer (December 7 - 9), and listen to carolers sing the songs of the season. Travelin’ Toms will be on site with warm beverages for purchase. No admission is charged for these free old-fashioned evenings of candlelight and music. […]

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 […]

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Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Description BELOVED CLASSIC Based on the heartwarming classic film, IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS is a holiday favorite for the whole family. Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act. The two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which […]

Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without family drama, right? Escape from your own family drama to join Judith and Hayden Stewart as they plan a big family Christmas party. As the party draws near, everyone is on their best behavior. Too good to be true? Probably! The intrigue builds as family members wonder what other family […]