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*TFN: The City of Midland has a variety of seasonal job opportunities open to fill. Seasonal Horticulture Team Member, Miracle Field Attendant, L.E.A.P. Program Leaders, Seasonal Laborer - www.cityofmidlandmi.gov -
*TFN - Midland Parks and Recreation Department will begin accepting beach volleyball team registrations for the 2024 summer season on Monday, April 1, 2024. Registration is first-come, first-served and leagues will fill. Leagues will begin on Monday, June 3. Leagues are played as an 8-week season (8-game guarantee). Games will be played at Stratford Woods Park Sunday through Thursday between 6 – 8:30 p.m. Questions can be answered at cityofmidlandmi.gov/beachvolleyball or in person at the Parks and Recreation office
*Thru April 29: CRDL College Exam Cram Bags - All Day, Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Calling all college students! Whether you are studying in the library or at home for your finals, we’ve got you covered. Stop by the library and grab an exam-cram bag. In it, you’ll find extra supplies and goodies to make studying for your exam just a little bit easier. It is available for pickup at the Help Desk while supplies last.
*Thru April 30: Team registration for the 2024 Midland softball season is taking place now through April 14 for fast pitch & modified teams. Team registration fees will be accepted online, by mail, or in person at the Midland Parks and Recreation Office, 4811 N. Saginaw Rd., Midland, MI 48640 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. To register online, visit www.midlandsoftballassociation.com.
*Thru April 30: The City of Midland invites residents to apply for positions on one of the City’s boards and commissions. Applicants may submit applications to cityhall@midland-mi.org; by mail to City Hall, Attention: City Manager’s Office, 333 W. Ellsworth Street, Midland, MI 48640; or by placing the application inside an envelope and putting it into the secure drop box located inside the front doors of City Hall. For questions or more information, please contact the City Manager’s Office at 989-837-3301.
*Thru May 1: This summer, Mt Pleasant City residents have the opportunity to plant, grow & harvest their own fruits and vegetables at the Horizon Park Community Garden at 1535 Sweeney Street. Fifteen 4’ x 8’ garden plots are available for a summer rental fee of $30. To reserve a plot, contact the Parks Department at (989) 779-5331. One plot per household.
*Thru May 3: Applications for the MyMichigan Medical Center Clare Volunteer Scholarship program are now being accepted for the 2024-25 school year. Students may access the application online at www.mymichigan.org/clarevolunteerscholarship. The deadline for the 2024-25 school year has been extended to Friday, May 3, 2024.
*Thru May 3: The City of Midland begins its annual yard waste collection - Yard waste is collected curbside on residents’ regular weekly refuse collection day. Yard waste must be placed in Kraft paper compost bags or the City’s blue 95-gallon yard waste bins before being set at the curb. Acceptable materials include grass clippings, leaves, garden waste, and small twigs and branches. Stickers are not required on yard waste bags and bins until the first Monday in May.
*Thru May 18: The Midland County Sports Hall of Fame has tickets on sale for its 2024 Induction Ceremony on Saturday, May 18 at Dow Diamond in Midland. The 2024 inductees are: Eric Albright, Athletic Director, Mitch Bohn, Athletic Director, Laura Crower, Tri-Athlete, Wendell Dilling, Senior Olympian, Barry Winslow, Speed Skater, The Great Lakes Loons - Tickets are now available for purchase at $55.00 each online at www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/halloffame or in person at the Midland Parks and Recreation office, 4811 N. Saginaw Road, Midland. Seating is limited, so purchase tickets soon!
*Thru May 20: Registration for summer courses at Mid Michigan College is available now and courses start Monday, May 20 on campus and online. Prospective students can apply online at midmich.edu/apply or contact Admissions at admissions@midmich.edu or (989) 386- 6661.
*Thru May 31: The City of Mt. Pleasant has contracted with Progressive Companies, based in Grand Rapids, to lead development of an improvement plan for Mission Street. To launch this effort, the city is releasing a community survey. Just follow this link [https://tinyurl.com/mstreetmp] or scan the QR Code below to complete it. Paper copies of the survey will be available at City Hall (320 W. Broadway Street). Survey deadline is May 31, 2024. There will be three $50 gift certificates from businesses located along Mission Street that will be drawn from the list of those who complete the survey and share their email address.
*Thru June 3: The 23rd Mt Pleasant Youth Police Academy is scheduled for July 8-25 - This free program offers youth, going into grades 6-8, who have an interest in law enforcement, an up-close view of the skills and necessary training needed for law enforcement officials. Applications are now available at Mt. Pleasant Public Schools and the Division of Public Safety, 804 E. High Street, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The application deadline is June 3, 2024.
*Thru August 1: Midland’s Beautification Advisory Committee is accepting nominations for the annual Appreciation of Beautification Awards for Landscaping Accomplishments and Structural/Site Improvements made to residential and non-residential (business) property. A third category, the Bette R. Tollar Civic Commitment Award, recognizes major beautification accomplishments that benefit the community as a whole. Only properties within the City of Midland are eligible for awards. www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/beautyawards.
*Thru August 25: ReLeaf Michigan, the only statewide tree planting and education non-profit organization in Michigan, is seeking entries for the 16th biennial Michigan Big Tree Hunt contest. The 2023-2024 contest, which offers prizes for identifying the biggest trees in Michigan, is open to participants of all ages. bigtreehunt.com.
*Thru August 26: Registration for fall courses at Mid Michigan College is available now and courses start Monday, August 26 on campus and online. Prospective students can apply online at midmich.edu/apply or contact Admissions at admissions@midmich.edu or (989) 386- 6661.
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26 Mackinac Island attractions open - Murray Hotel Fudge Co., Original Murdick’s Fudge, Sander’s Fudge & Candy Shop
26 Playgroup at the Library - 10:30am, Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Explore the Power of Play at this open-ended, free-form event. The library will provide developmentally appropriate toys and activities to encourage Imaginative Play, Sensory Stimulation, Motor Skills, and Muscle Building. Young children and their caregivers will have time to interact with other families through play. Come join the fun!!
26 CRDL Special Storytime: Safety and Stories - 10:30aM, Veterans Memorial Library Mt Pleasant - Join our friends at the Isabella County Child Advocacy Center for a special storytime about staying safe. Babies to preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and dancing while building vital early literacy skills! This storytime is for children ages 0 to 5.
26 Life-CPR First Aid & CPR Training - Home Builders Association of Central Michigan Office in Mt Pleasant - 8am - $60 per person, e-mail carmi@hbacm.com for more & to register
26 Last day: The City of Mt Pleasant is offering 150 households, within the City limits, up to 30 minutes of no fee brush chipping during the week of May 6, 2024. Reservations will be accepted beginning April 22 at 8:00 a.m. until April 26 at 4:30 p.m., or until all spots are filled. Reservations can be made in person at City Hall, online, calling the Division of Public Works, 989-779-5401 or emailing publicworks@mt- pleasant.org.
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27 Snow Snake Ski & Golf's Swing into Spring outing Call 989-539-6983 to register! $50 per person for a 3 person scramble team!
27 13th Annual Freedom Park 5k Run/Walk - Veteran's Freedom Park, Harrison
27 National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - The Mt. Pleasant Department of Public Safety offers a Prescription Drug Drop Box for the City of Mt. Pleasant and surrounding area. The secure mail slot is in the Mt. Pleasant Department of Public Safety lobby at 804 E. High St. Individuals can walk in and anonymously deposit unused or expired prescription medications twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Pills need to be taken out of the container and put into a small bag to be deposited into the mail slot. No liquids or creams are accepted.
27 Hopewell Ranch 20th Anniversary Celbration - 11am-2pm at 6410 W Leiter Rd, Weidman - Carnival Games, Crafts, Food Trucks, S'mores Bar, Grazing Stations, Music & Games, Hay Wagon Tours, Watering Holes
27 Thru May 19: Flamingo Flocking is back! The Youth Advisory Committee "flocks" Isabella County on weekends. With a minimum $50 donation, surprise a friend or local business by sending a flock of flamingos to their lawn for a day! This engaging initiative supports fundraising for the Kellogg Youth Fund, enabling YAC to provide grants to organizations serving the children of our community. Dates fill up fast, so don't miss out! Contact Jaimie Capen-Cascaddan at jcapen@mpacf.org or (989) 773-7322 to secure your spot today.
27-28 Equal Access to Training (E.A.T) sports camp - These camps aim to educate young athletes on the importance of proper warm-up techniques, training for strength and agility, and developing a positive attitude for success in sports. Coleman Family Center from 9am- 12pm Saturday & 1pm-4pm Sunday - $10 registration fee per day - Limited availability, register now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/north-midland-youth-sports-camps-brought-to-you-by-eat-tickets-817320937927?aff=oddtdtcreator
27 Ace Hardware in Clare is having a 'New at Ace Launch Party' - Deals, demos, and more from your favorite brands - 11am-2pm
27 Michigan's trout season opens Buy a license, know the regulations and fish
27 Midland Miracle League Spring Opening Day at the Midland Miracle Field in midtown Midland - Games take place at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon as the six of the eight Miracle League teams kick off the spring 2024 Middle of the Mitt Miracle League season. For more information on the Miracle Field and how you can get involved, visit www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/miraclefield.
27 The annual Queen of Scots pageant - 7pm @ the Heritage Center on the Alma College campus.
27 Last day: Week-long “Pay the Day” Adoption Event at the Humane Society of Midland County - Each day this week the adoption fee for ALL available cats and dogs 6 months of age or older will match the day’s date. Tuesday April 23rd - $23 adoption fees, Wednesday April 24th - $24 adoption fees, Thursday April 25th - $25 adoption fees, Friday April 26th - $26 adoption fees, Saturday April 27th - $27 adoption fees - Applications can be filled out in person when meeting animals or online here: https://hsomc.org/adopt/adoption- application
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28 Mt Pleasant Community of Christ is having a Celebration Service to honor our new status through an accreditation process through our church that we received to be a Welcoming and Affirming church for Queer/LGBTQIA2S+ persons. We invite our community members to join us in our celebration and learn about our wonderful church! Donuts and coffee 10:30am with Worship service at 11am - 1105 E.Gaylord St, Mt Pleasant
28 Shamrock Park the Clare County 4-H, Clare Parks & Recreation, and Pere Marquette District Library bring you a fun and free Sunday afternoon event! Meet guest speakers in wildlife rehabilitation and nature conservation. Engage in hands-on activities and crafts. Guest Speakers start at 12pm
28 Create, Make & Take - 4:30pm at Shepherd Community Library - Join us for after school crafting fun! Can't make it to the event? Stop by the Shepherd Community Library afterward to pick up a kit version of this month's craft.
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29 CRDL Growing Food on a Budget - 6pm @ Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Join Garden Project at Veterans Memorial Library for a free workshop covering gardening basics on any budget. Gain insights into soil fertility, garden site prep, and seed selection. Walk away with free seeds, educational guides, and the knowledge to start your thriving garden. Take advantage of this fun and informative event! Registration required.
29 Thru May 17: Charter Twp of Union water main flushing (8am-4pm M-F) - In your neightborhood flusing could cause loss of pressure, low pressure or discolored water
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30 Tech Tuesday @ 5pm - Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Tech Drop In, no registration needed
30 CRDL Create, Make & Take - 4:30pm @ Shepherd Community Library - Join us for after school crafting fun! Can't make it to the event? Stop by the Shepherd Community Library afterward to pick up a kit version of this month's craft.
30 An evening with Grammy-winning musician Shawn Colvin and KT Tunstall - 7:30pm @ the Midland Center for the Arts. Tickets start at $34.50. For more information and to buy tickets, visit midlandcenter.org.
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*Family Story Time, ages 0–5 years - 10:30am @ Faith Johnston Memorial Library, Rosebush
*Family Story Time, ages 0–5 years - 10:30am @ Shepherd Community Library
*Thru May 8: Every Wednesday from 9:30–11:30am New Tomorrows - Eight Week Grief Education Series - McLaren Central Michigan, Mt Pleasant - Call Amy, McLaren's Bereavement Coordinator and New Tomorrows facilitator, at (989) 233-4613 to register at any time during the series or with questions.
1 Peripheral Arterial Disease Are You At Risk? - Do you or someone you know have leg pain when moving that gets better after rest, swollen legs with smooth shiny skin, sores on legs or feet that don't heal? Could be a sign of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), narrowing or blockage of arteries that carry blood from the heart to the legs. Early treatment is the best way to maintain one's quality of life. Join Interventional Radiologist Rami Safadi, MD to find out about peripheral arterial disease and treatment options. 11am–12pm at the Isabella County Commission on Aging - Call (989) 779-5606 to register.
1 Blindfolds & Bingo - PohlCat Golf Course at 6pm - Join the fun with blind wine tasting, bingo games, and snacks! Try ten different wines and enjoy the evening. Tickets are $20 per person.
1 Clare Chamber Morning Meet-Up - Breakfast, Membership Social - $5 at the door at Ponderosa in Clare
1 Thru May 31: I-Ride of Isabella County 50th anniversary - In appreciation, I-Ride is rolling back cash fares to 1974 for the month of May - Regular fare (5-59)/50¢ - Senior (60+)/25¢ - Disabled/25¢ - Out-of-county fares are doubled, Children under 5 ride free with a fare paying adult, Be sure to call 24 hours in advance for the best service.
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2 7:30am-2pm @ the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, Island Park - Embark on your family-friendly edible adventure when you visit Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market this summer and pick up your own free Cook the Kit. Each Cook the Kit includes: A featured farm-fresh recipe, pantry ingredients, and a voucher to purchase your farm-fresh produce ingredients at the farmers' market. Registration Required thru the CRDL Libraries
2 Thru October 31: Mt Pleasant Thursday Farmer's Market - 7:30am-2pm at the Island Park-South Shelter
2 Regular Meeting/Public Hearing - Mt Pleasant Planning Commission - 7pm/City Hall/Hybrid
3 Mackinac Island attractions open - Ryba’s Fudge Shops, Fort Holmes Blockhouse, Fort Mackinac, The Gem – mini golf course at Grand Hotel, The Jewel Golf Course – Grand Nine, Mackinac State Park Visitor Center
3 6–8pm - Midland Dow Gardens - Enjoy the delicate fragrance of flowering trees and spring ephemerals, experience the sound of live music, and enjoy the scenery as 22,000+ bulbs of vibrant color approach full bloom! Bloom times may vary. Included with your admission or purchase of an annual pass; however, pre-registration is required. All ages are welcome. This outdoor event is subject to cancellation.
3 Fun for Kids/Rainbow Storytime - 10:30am at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Join us for color themed stories, songs and crafts while celebrating diversity of every kind. This storytime is for all ages.
4 ALS Benefit to support Dominic Thrasher (Mikey Sheahan-Stahl) - Morey Courts, Mt Pleasant - Silent Auction begins at 4pm, Live auction at 6pm - Pulled pork dinner & refreshments available - $10 adults, $5 ages 6-18 - $30 for the whole family - All proceeds go to help with growing expenses in Dominic's fight against ALS
4 Mt. Pleasant "Free Comic Book Day" - The CRDL and Art Reach of Mid Michigan - 10am @ Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Visit all three downtown host locations to pick up free comic books, enjoy fun comic-themed activities, and meet life-sized LEGO superheroes. Free comic books will also be available at our branch locations in Shepherd and Blanchard.
The Flash @ GreenTree Co-Op Market: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Superman @ Art Reach of Mid Michigan: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Wonder Woman @ Veterans Memorial Library: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Batman @ Veterans Memorial Library: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
4 Taste of Clare Get ready to take "The Loop" around town to taste what Clare has to offer - $15 Tickets available at the Clare Chamber or you can purchase them the evening of the event on the corner of 4th and McEwan Street.
4 2pm-3pm - Midland Dow Gardens visitors meet on the porch of The Pines, the home of Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow, and partake in a guided tour through the gardens. $5.00 for adults (+ admission). Children (0-17) and students with valid i.d. $3.00 (+ admission). Capacity is limited, and reservations are required.
4 The LEGO Batman Movie - 12pm @ Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Meet LEGO Batman, grab a slice of Domino's pizza, and watch The LEGO Batman Movie! LEGO Batman will be available for a meet-and-greet at VML from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The movie will start promptly at 12:30 p.m. Pizza will be available at noon while supplies last. Pizza generously donated by Domino's of Mt. Pleasant.
4 Thru October 26: Midland Area Farmers Market at Dow Diamond East Parking Lot - 7am-1pm on Wednesday & Saturday - Head to the Market’s Facebook page, @MidlandFarmersMarket and Instagram @MidlandFarmersMarket for details.
5 True Crime Club: Britney Spears - 6pm @ Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Join us for an engaging, lighthearted discussion of this fascinating, yet disturbing genre. We focus our discussion around uplifting and empathizing with the victims of these crimes. We will be reading The Woman in Me by Britney Spears.
5 69th annual Mt. Pleasant Lions Club Chicken BBQ - 11a-2p at Island Park - Presale tix are $15, $18 the day of. Includes half a grilled chicken, baked potato., homemade applesauce, dinner roll, a drink and sugar cookie. Tix can be purchased from any Lions Club member.
6 Mt Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce Party of Fore-9 Hole Women's Golf Outing - Swing into Spring at our all-new women's golf outing in 2024, Party of Fore! This 9-hole golf outing will be laid back and tons of fun! With games, a Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar, and fun swag, you won't want to miss this! Register as an individual or a foursome
6 Thru May 31: - What Food is Garfield Reading about Today? All Day, All Branches of the Chippewa River District Library - Garfield and his friends are hiding in the library. Can you find them? Garfield loves to eat all the time. Can you tell us which food he's reading about? Characters will move each week, so keep an eye out for them. Please limit prize redemption to once a week. The game is available at all CRDL branches.
7 The return of Give Local Isabella – a 24-hour online community-wide fundraising event. Held once a year, Give Local Isabella engages hundreds of community members in supporting the long-term financial sustainability of their favorite local charitable organizations. There are fun opportunities throughout the day for organizations to earn matching funds and prizes. Join the Mt Pleasant Community Foundation at Wood Shop Social, 2336 S Mission St, for the Happy Hour Award from 4-6pm or Ponder Coffee's downtown location from 8-9am - Visit Give Local Isabella's website: www.givelocalisabella.org/ to see participating organizations and donate on May 7.
7 Tech Tuesday - 5pm @ Veteran's Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Android Mobile Basics - Registration required
8 Leadercast live simulcast of Leadercast 2024—G.H.O.A.T. (Greatest Habits of All Time) 9am-4pm at Mid-Michigan College - Speakers will discuss how goal setting, asking for help, building trust, taking time for rest, and more can inspire your next leadership step. The full speaker lineup includes Manjit Minhas, Ari Weinzweig, Nicole Walters, Dr. David Horsager, Rabbi Miriam Terlinchamp, Rory Vaden, and Lisa Bilyeu. Purchase tickets today at midmich.edu/leadercast. Tickets include continental breakfast and buffet lunch. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit midmich.edu/leadercast or contact Lori Fassett at lfassett1@midmich.edu or (989) 386-6692.
8 Spice It Up: Grains of Paradise - All Day, All CRDL Branches - Laura from GreenTree Co-op Market will share a tasty recipe using a selected spice of the month. This event will be a blog post to view at your leisure. Register each month to receive a sample of this month's spice at your nearest branch. Registration required.
8 Thru October 26: Midland Area Farmers Market at Dow Diamond East Parking Lot - 7am-1pm on Wednesday & Saturday - Head to the Market’s Facebook page, @MidlandFarmersMarket and Instagram @MidlandFarmersMarket for details.
9 Blue Jays Gaming Group - 3:15pm 2 Shepherd Community Library - Join us for after school gaming fun once a month at Shepherd Community Library! For students in grades 4-8.
10 Playgroup at the Library - 10:30am at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Explore the Power of Play at this open-ended, free-form event. The library will provide developmentally appropriate toys and activities to encourage Imaginative Play, Sensory Stimulation, Motor Skills, and Muscle Building. Young children and their caregivers will have time to interact with other families through play. Come join the fun!!
10 Mackinac Island attractions open - Biddle House & the Mackinac Island Native American Museum (Historic Downtown Mackinac)
10 Beer & BBQ Bash - PohlCat Golf Course - 6pm-10pm - Kick off the season with live music, great food and drink specials, and good
11-12 Equal Access to Training (E.A.T) sports camp - These camps aim to educate young athletes on the importance of proper warm-up techniques, training for strength and agility, and developing a positive attitude for success in sports. Greater North Midland Community Center from 9am-12pm Saturday & 1pm-4pm Sunday - $10 registration fee per day - Limited availability, register now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/north-midland-youth-sports-camps-brought-to-you-by-eat-tickets-817320937927?aff=oddtdtcreator
11 Mid Michigan Industries 26th Annual Walk & Roll - 10am-12pm - The Walk & Roll is a free community event to raise Mental Heatlh Awareness. One or two miles walks are mapped out and pets on a leash are welcome to join!
13 Thru May 24: Mt Pleasant Community Foundation - Kay's Way Supply Drive & Krapohl Ford Oil Change - Join the Women's Initiative in honoring Kay Krapohl Smith with a supply drive for women and girls. On May 22, Krapohl Ford & Lincoln will donate 100% of the proceeds from oil changes to the donation drive.
13 Draw Your Pets - 6pm @ Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Using basic shapes and simple line technique, learn to create your favorite furry friends. No prior drawing experience is needed. Materials provided. For ages 7-adult. Registration required.
13 Regular Meeting - Mt Pleasant City Commission - 7pm @ City Hall/Hybrid
14 Tech Tuesday - 5pm @ Veteran's Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - iOS Mobile Basics - Registration required
14 CRDL Teen Library Council: Volunteen Night - 6pm at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Join us for an opportunity for Teen Library Council volunteers to connect as a group and give back to their community at the same time. Each month we'll feature a different volunteer project to help our community thrive! Best suited for teens in grades 9-12. Registration is required.
15 Brown Bag Book Discussion Group - 2pm at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Join us for our noon time book discussion. This month we will be discussing The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller. Feel free to bring your lunch.
16 Rotary Club of Mt. Pleasant Suicide Prevention program - 6pm-7:30pm at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Join Mt. Pleasant Rotary Club alongside Julie Simon or New Mind Counseling Services for an essential conversation on suicide awareness and prevention.
16 Middle School Reading Masters - 5pm @ Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - This month we will be meeting On Zoom for a lighthearted book discussion. This month we will be meeting in person for a pizza party followed by a lighthearted book discussion and serving pizza to participants who join us in person. Join us as we read The Unteachables by Gordon Korman. Registration is required.
16 Elementary Readers Book Club: The Unteachables - 5pm at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - A monthly book club for upper elementary students! This month we will be meeting on Zoom for a lighthearted book discussion. Join us as we read and discuss The Unteachables by Gordon Korman. Grades 3 - 5 recommended. Registration required.
17 Mt Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce Pop in 4 Lunch - Buffalo Wild Wings from 11:30am-1pm - Space is limited so reserve your spot. Bring plenty of business cards and get ready for roundtable introductions!
17 2pm-3pm - Midland Dow Gardens visitors meet on the porch of The Pines, the home of Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow, and partake in a guided tour through the gardens. $5.00 for adults (+ admission). Children (0-17) and students with valid i.d. $3.00 (+ admission). Capacity is limited, and reservations are required.
17 The Jack Barstow Municipal Airport, Midland, invites residents to stop by this summer for a series of fun, family-friendly activities and events. Food Trucks at the Airport - Twisted Fork - Trucks will be in the terminal parking lot from 11am-2pm or while food supplies last
17 Yoder's Quit Auction & Flea Market - 8am-5pm at 10885 N. Leaton Road, Clare
18 Yoder's Quit Auction & Flea Market - 8am-5pm at 10885 N. Leaton Road, Clare
18 Nottawa-Sherman Firefighters Association annual Fundraising Auction - Weidman Community Center - Doors at 5:30pm, Event start at 6:30pm
18 10:30–11:30am, join Luke Marion, founder of MIgardener and YouTube sensation, as he discusses insights from his latest book, "The Autopilot Garden." Capacity is limited, and registration is required ($15.00 per person). The lecture will take place at the Grace A. Dow Library Auditorium, followed by a meet & greet / book signing in the Dow Gardens Café.
18 MCTV Network 13th annual Shining Stars Talent Show - Entrants will be given up to 30 minutes to set up and deliver a 3 – 5 minute performance. Performers can have any variety of skills: singing, dancing, playing an instrument, creating a hand-drawn masterpiece, juggling, poetry, and more! Performances will be pre-recorded in MCTV’s studio from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 18. Call MCTV at 989-837-3474 by Thursday, May 16 to schedule a performance time. Time slots are limited.
19 Bay County Health Fair - 12pm-4pm at the Bay City Town Center - Free health & dental screenings, locally available health services information - Free admission
20 Story and Craft Kit: The Tiny Seed - All Day, Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Plesant - Join us for a special program just for preschool and early elementary families! You'll receive a FREE copy of that month's picture book and a simple craft kit to complete together. Registration required.
20 Lego Club - 4:30pm at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Time to challenge yourself to build something extraordinary. Get yourself to the library and get creative! Join us for a LEGO build to create your masterpiece.
21 Tech Tuesday - 5pm @ Veteran's Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Mobile Library Apps - Registration required
22 1-2pm & 6pm-7pm - Spring Wildflower Tours at Midland Dow Gardens - Led by Horticulturist Trent Bowen and Madeline Hamady, this event spans up to 1.5 miles of breathtaking landscape. Admission + $5.00 fee. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Space is limited, and registration is required. Visitors should be prepared to walk up to 1.5 miles on uneven terrain (may not be suitable for all patrons). In the event of inclement weather, a backup date of May 29, 2024 has been scheduled.
23 Mackinac Island attractions open - The Jewel Golf Course – Woods Nine
24 Playgroup at the Library - 10:30am at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Explore the Power of Play at this open-ended, free-form event. The library will provide developmentally appropriate toys and activities to encourage Imaginative Play, Sensory Stimulation, Motor Skills, and Muscle Building. Young children and their caregivers will have time to interact with other families through play. Come join the fun!!
25 "RISE" Pancakes in the Park Event at the Alma Highland Festival featuring pancake tossing Chris Cakes - 8am-12pm at Wright Park - $5 for All-u-can-eat Pancakes with proceeds to the RISE Advocacy
26 All CRDL Libraries are closed for Memorial Day Weekend
27 All CRDL Libraries are closed for Memorial Day Weekend
28 Tech Tuesday - 5pm @ Veteran's Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Tech Drop-In - Registration required
31 Playgroup at the Library - 10:30am at Veterans Memorial Library, Mt Pleasant - Explore the Power of Play at this open-ended, free-form event. The library will provide developmentally appropriate toys and activities to encourage Imaginative Play, Sensory Stimulation, Motor Skills, and Muscle Building. Young children and their caregivers will have time to interact with other families through play. Come join the fun!!
June
1 Art Seen Festival, showcasing mural making and performances by local musicians in Downtown Midland - The Blue Light Music Venue. Performances will take place in the evening at the Music On Main stage at McDonald and Main St. from 6-9pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
2 Art Seen Festival, showcasing mural making and performances by local musicians in Downtown Midland - The Blue Light Music Venue. Performances will take place in the evening at the Music On Main stage at McDonald and Main St. from 6-9pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
7 Thru June 16: Mackinac Island Lilac Festival? A 10-day celebration of all things lilacs! Enjoy complimentary walking tours, planting sessions, the Lilac Queen coronation, 10K run and walk, specialty food, drinks, and of course the Lilac Festival Grand Parade.
7 Isabella County Child Advocacy Center's Zoo in the Park - Island Park 5pm-7pm - This family event is free and includes animals, games, face painting, raffles, and much more!
7 20th Annual Fun Day in the Park - 11am-2pm at Shamrock Park, Clare
8 Midland Parks and Recreation and the Midland Conservation District second annual Free Fishing Weekend at Stratford Woods Park, Midland - 9am-1pm • Free fishing for all ages: No license required • Loaner equipment available: Rods, reels, bait, and basic instruction provided • Engaging activities for kids: Educational booths, games, and crafts • Food and refreshments: On-site vendors with items for purchase - Parks and Recreation is also seeking partner organizations to provide informational booths, volunteers, and prizes for participants. To learn more or to sign up as an attendee or a sponsor, visit www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/fish or contact the Midland Conservation District at 989-832-3781.
8 1st ever RISE Golf Outing - Maple Creek Golf Club in Shepherd - registration at 9am, Shotgun start at 10am - 4-person scramble, $65 per person/$260 per team - Register in advance
9 Midland Parks and Recreation and the Midland Conservation District second annual Free Fishing Weekend at Stratford Woods Park, Midland - 9am-1pm • Free fishing for all ages: No license required • Loaner equipment available: Rods, reels, bait, and basic instruction provided • Engaging activities for kids: Educational booths, games, and crafts • Food and refreshments: On-site vendors with items for purchase - Parks and Recreation is also seeking partner organizations to provide informational booths, volunteers, and prizes for participants. To learn more or to sign up as an attendee or a sponsor, visit www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/fish or contact the Midland Conservation District at 989-832-3781.
12 The City of Midland Sanitary Landfill household hazardous waste collection - At no charge, Midland County residents may dispose of household items that are considered hazardous, such as chemicals, oil-based paints and stains, pesticides, insecticides, cleaning products, certain auto products, and mercury. Residents must schedule an appointment with the Midland County Department of Public Health Department online at http://bit.ly/midlandwaste or at 989-832-6681 in advance of the collection dates to take advantage of this service. For more information, contact the Landfill at 989-837-6988 or visit www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/landfill. The Landfill is located at 4311 E. Ashman Street in Midland.
14 The Jack Barstow Municipal Airport, Midland, invites residents to stop by this summer for a series of fun, family-friendly activities and events. Food Trucks at the Airport - Zachzilla - Trucks will be in the terminal parking lot from 11am-2pm or while food supplies last
20 10am, 12pm & 1:30pm - Midland Dow Gardens - This class is perfect for children up to the challenge of using their own leg, core, and arm strength to pull themselves up into a tree using a moving-rope system. Helmets, child-size climbing harnesses, and guidance will be provided by a trained specialist. Designated procedures must be followed for the safety of all participants and staff. $20.00 per child. Space is extremely limited, and reservations are required. Must be ages 8-14 at the time of participation.
21 4pm-5:30pm & 6pm-7:30pm - Midland Dow Gardens - Adventure upward into the trees in this rare outdoor experience! Build confidence as you use your own strength to pull yourselves up into a tree using a Moving Rope System. Helmets, appropriately-sized climbing harnesses, and guidance will be provided by a trained specialist. $20.00 per person. Space is extremely limited, and reservations are required. Must be 15 or older at the time of participation. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. A signed waiver is required. This is an outdoor event, which is subject to cancellation.
22 Thru October 12: Mt Pleasant Saturday Farmer's Market - 9am-2pm at City Hall, 320 W. Broadway
24 Thru June 30: Dow Tennis Championships - Midland Country Club - Seeking Volunteers, Volunteer at one of the most exciting events of the year! There are many opportunities including carts and shuttles, the Kid's Zone, admissions, and more!
27 Mt Pleasant Community Foundation Summer Celebration at Hunter's Ale House from 4-6 p.m. for the annual celebration of Cycle 1 grant recipients and MPACF's work in the community. Register in advance for the event
July
12 The Jack Barstow Municipal Airport, Midland, invites residents to stop by this summer for a series of fun, family-friendly activities and events. Food Trucks at the Airport - Twisted Fork - Trucks will be in the terminal parking lot from 11am-2pm or while food supplies last
18 10am, 12pm & 1:30pm - Midland Dow Gardens - This class is perfect for children up to the challenge of using their own leg, core, and arm strength to pull themselves up into a tree using a moving-rope system. Helmets, child-size climbing harnesses, and guidance will be provided by a trained specialist. Designated procedures must be followed for the safety of all participants and staff. $20.00 per child. Space is extremely limited, and reservations are required. Must be ages 8-14 at the time of participation.
19 4pm-5:30pm & 6pm-7:30pm - Midland Dow Gardens - Adventure upward into the trees in this rare outdoor experience! Build confidence as you use your own strength to pull yourselves up into a tree using a Moving Rope System. Helmets, appropriately-sized climbing harnesses, and guidance will be provided by a trained specialist. $20.00 per person. Space is extremely limited, and reservations are required. Must be 15 or older at the time of participation. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. A signed waiver is required. This is an outdoor event, which is subject to cancellation.
22 Thru July 25: MCTV Network "2024 Sports Broadcasting Camp" - July 22-25 from 1pm-5pm - Instructors will train campers on the technical aspects of video production, live sports coverage, and being on-air talent. Cost of the camp is $50 - Pre-registration is required in person at the MCTV Network office, located in the lower level of the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library, during regular business hours.
24 Mt Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing
26 The Jack Barstow Municipal Airport, Midland, invites residents to stop by this summer for a series of fun, family-friendly activities and events. Food Trucks at the Airport - Proper Taco - Trucks will be in the terminal parking lot from 11am-2pm or while food supplies last
August
8 10am, 12pm & 1:30pm - Midland Dow Gardens - This class is perfect for children up to the challenge of using their own leg, core, and arm strength to pull themselves up into a tree using a moving-rope system. Helmets, child-size climbing harnesses, and guidance will be provided by a trained specialist. Designated procedures must be followed for the safety of all participants and staff. $20.00 per child. Space is extremely limited, and reservations are required. Must be ages 8-14 at the time of participation.
9 4pm-5:30pm & 6pm-7:30pm - Midland Dow Gardens - Adventure upward into the trees in this rare outdoor experience! Build confidence as you use your own strength to pull yourselves up into a tree using a Moving Rope System. Helmets, appropriately-sized climbing harnesses, and guidance will be provided by a trained specialist. $20.00 per person. Space is extremely limited, and reservations are required. Must be 15 or older at the time of participation. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. A signed waiver is required. This is an outdoor event, which is subject to cancellation.
14 The City of Midland Sanitary Landfill household hazardous waste collection - At no charge, Midland County residents may dispose of household items that are considered hazardous, such as chemicals, oil-based paints and stains, pesticides, insecticides, cleaning products, certain auto products, and mercury. Residents must schedule an appointment with the Midland County Department of Public Health Department online at http://bit.ly/midlandwaste or at 989-832-6681 in advance of the collection dates to take advantage of this service. For more information, contact the Landfill at 989-837-6988 or visit www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/landfill. The Landfill is located at 4311 E. Ashman Street in Midland.
23 The Jack Barstow Municipal Airport, Midland, invites residents to stop by this summer for a series of fun, family-friendly activities and events. Food Trucks at the Airport - Twisted Fork - Trucks will be in the terminal parking lot from 11am-2pm or while food supplies last
September
7 2pm-3pm - Midland Dow Gardens - Join us in the 1899 Pines Home, as we read excerpts from family letters and shine a spotlight on life, for the Dow family, at the turn of the century! $5.00 per person + admission. Registration is recommended.
20 Mt Pleasant Community Foundation Annual Breakfast - Comfort Inn and Conference Center from 7:30-9a.m. to Hi-Light MPACF initiatives and updates.
October
16 The City of Midland Sanitary Landfill household hazardous waste collection - At no charge, Midland County residents may dispose of household items that are considered hazardous, such as chemicals, oil-based paints and stains, pesticides, insecticides, cleaning products, certain auto products, and mercury. Residents must schedule an appointment with the Midland County Department of Public Health Department online at http://bit.ly/midlandwaste or at 989-832-6681 in advance of the collection dates to take advantage of this service. For more information, contact the Landfill at 989-837-6988 or visit www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/landfill. The Landfill is located at 4311 E. Ashman Street in Midland.
November
2 Midland Area Farmers Market at Dow Diamond East Parking Lot - 9am-12pm - Head to the Market’s Facebook page, @MidlandFarmersMarket and Instagram @MidlandFarmersMarket for details.
9 Midland Area Farmers Market at Dow Diamond East Parking Lot - 9am-12pm - Head to the Market’s Facebook page, @MidlandFarmersMarket and Instagram @MidlandFarmersMarket for details.
16 Midland Area Farmers Market at Dow Diamond East Parking Lot - 9am-12pm - Head to the Market’s Facebook page, @MidlandFarmersMarket and Instagram @MidlandFarmersMarket for details.
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