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Skaters of all ages take laps around the rink during "Let's Roll Together," an event hosted by The Arc of Midland and Roll Arena, Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022.
Chippewa Nature Center hosts Nature Play.
Guests enjoy cocktails, food and music in the Pendulum Lounge which is open Thursdays at Midland Center for the Arts. (Daily News file photo)
Cone with a Cop is set for June 27 at Cottage Creamery.
Thousands of people gather for a live concert and fireworks display Monday, July 4, 2021 at Dow Diamond in Midland. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
Attendees watch "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" during Movies on Main. Movies will be shown this summer every Wednesday through August. All of the movies are free and open to the public.
Walkers participate in a Walk Midland event Thursday, July 30, 2020 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland. Walks are schedule each day of the week, except for Saturday, at varying locations, through Wednesday, Aug. 5. More information can be found at www.cityofmidlandmi.gov. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)
An Upper Chippewa River Kayak excursion hosted by Chippewa Nature Center is set for June 23.
Editor’s note: If you have an event you would like to have included, please email the information to Reporter Victoria Ritter, vritter@mdn.net.
The Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival is set for 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Wenonah Park in Bay City. This free, family-friendly event will include live entertainment, a beer tent and fun for the whole family. Over 50 retail and resource vendors will be present. The After Party Drag Show is scheduled for the same evening at the Dow Event Center in downtown Saginaw; doors open at 8 p.m., the show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets for the After Party Drag Show are available through the Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival 2022 event page on Facebook.
A Snake Search is set for 1-3 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Join an interpretive naturalist on a quest to find wild snakes. Thr group will visit different habitats to see what species can be found. This program will get off trail so light colors and long pants are strongly recommended. Meet at the Visitor Center. This event is free. www.chippewanaturecenter.org
The Commons Live Music series will host Miranda and the M80s at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
A Swing Dance Social is set for 7:30-10 p.m. at the Midland Area Farmers Market down by the Tridge. Grab your dancing shoes for a night of fun! Free swing dance lessons will take place 7:30-8 p.m. with open dance 8-10 p.m. All (or no) skill levels are welcome and those who come without a partner will still get a chance to dance! All ages welcome.
Homestead Sunday: Bees and Pollination is set for 1-5 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Discover the different pollinators that visit the gardens on the farm and learn how to help them flourish. Visit the nearby hives and learn about honeybees. Enjoy a scavenger hunt, looking for pollinators and the flowers they rely on. This event is free. www.chippewanaturecenter.org
Nature Play is set for 2-4 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. 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 a summer afternoon. Caregivers must remain with children during this free event.
Kids & Canvas: Blast-Off! is set for 10-11:30 a.m. at Creative 360. Bring your kids for some time for creativity and fun. Creative 360 staff will lead them through the process of painting their own version of the featured art on a 12x16 canvas. Parents and grandparents often join in the fun as well. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $30.
Cone with a Cop is set for 4-7 p.m. at Cottage Creamery in Midland. Come on out to get an up close look at patrol cars, the SWAT bus and other fun police equipment. Officers of the Midland Police Department will be handing out coupons for a free ice cream cone to those under the age of 18.
A John Pratt Mosaic House tour is set for 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Creative 360. The John Pratt Mosaic House stands as a reminder of a man who, through art, battled his demons and inspired countless others along the way. Visitors will learn about John Pratt and the twists and turns his life took that led him to this extraordinary endeavor. Everyone will then drive separately to the house to hear more stories and experience the house for themselves. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $8.
Pints for Pups is set for 5-8 p.m. at Midland Brewing Company. The public is welcome to enjoy a night of great dogs (bring yours), drinks, food, music, outdoor games, a raffle auction and mini pet photoshoots. Support the animals of Humane Society of Midland County while having a great time with friends. Cover is a $15 donation, which includes a pint glass and one beer. A percentage of Midland Brewing Company's group sales will be donated back to the humane society.
A Lunchtime Concert featuring Cool Lemon Jazz is set for 12-1:30 p.m. at Dow Gardens. Bring a blanket or a chair and listen to live music in the dappled shade of the Birch Grove. Picnics are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card.
Fun in the Mud is set for 4-5 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. It’s International Mud Day, and you're invited to join CNC staff to celebrate. Bring boots and prepare to get muddy as we explore what creatures live in the pond “muck,” make mud animal tracks and just have fun playing in mud. Meet at the Woods Nature Play Area near Arbury Trail. This event is free. www.chippewanaturecenter.org
A Lower Chippewa River Kayak is set for 6-8 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Join a CNC naturalist for a relaxing three-mile paddle from CNC’s launch on the Homestead Road down the Chippewa River to the Tridge in Downtown Midland. CNC will provide a kayak, paddle and life jacket for each participant. Meet at the Visitor Center. Registration is required by June 28; cost is $25. www.chippewanaturecenter.org
Walk Midland is set for 6-7 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Midland Parks and Recreation, in partnership with MyMichigan Health, Chippewa Nature Center, Greater Midland Corporate Wellness and Little Forks Conservancy, will host seven walking locations throughout the week through Aug. 31. Participants walk an approximately two-mile walking route. Drawings will be held at each walk for prizes. For each walk, participants will be registered for a grand prize Midland Staycation gift basket. This event is free. www.chippewanaturecenter.org
The Chemical City Band is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Central Park Bandshell. If it rains, the concert will take place in Central Auditorium.
Movies on Main is set to show "Dog" at 9 p.m. outside of Ace Hardware in Downtown Midland. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests can bring a lawn chair and blankets. This event is free.
Outdoor Yoga Flow is set for 12-12:45 p.m. on Main Street between Ashman and McDonald streets in Downtown Midland. Allied Group Fitness will be offering free yoga classes. Reservations are highly recommended and suggested, but drop-ins are welcomed. There will be a select number of yoga mats that will be provided for those who don't have their own; drop-ins should plan on bringing their own mat. This class is open to all experience levels.
The Pendulum Lounge is open 4:30-8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Jacob Wisenbach will be providing live music. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails, small plates and hearty offerings. Tickets are not required to attend the Pendulum Lounge, seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.
A screening of "America You Kill Me" is set for 6:30 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts' Little Theater. Stay for a talk back with director Daniel Land and composer Audra Kubat and reception in the Pendulum Lounge folowing the screening. Directed by Detroit filmmaker Daniel Land, this is a feature-length documentary film about the life and impact of a gay rights activist leader. This film is rated PG-13. Admission is free, but reservations are required; reservations can be made at midlandcenter.org.
Tunes by the Tridge is set for 7-9 p.m. The Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Band will perform at this family-friendly event located at the farmer's market area at the foot of the Tridge. Families will want to bring quilts and lawn chairs on Thursday evenings and enjoy listening to bands perform. These performances are free to all.
Story Time is set for 10-11 a.m. at Dow Gardens. Come to hear award-winning children’s books read aloud in the Children’s Garden. All ages are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required.
The Commons Live Music series will host Gutbucket at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
The Commons Live Music series will host Cool Lemon Jazz at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
Midland's Fourth of July Celebration is set for 8 p.m. at Dow Diamond's lawn. Enjoy live music and food trucks before the fireworks display at dusk (around 10 p.m.).
The Sanford Lake Association's Fourth of July fireworks are set for 10 p.m. at Midland County Sanford Lake Park. Entrance to the park is free, and attendees can bring food and beer (no liquor). The Sanford Lake Association has arranged for food venders to be available during the event.
A Lunchtime Concert featuring Chris Zehnder is set for 12-1:30 p.m. at Dow Gardens. Bring a blanket or a chair and listen to live music in the dappled shade of the Birch Grove. Picnics are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card.
A Wildflower Tour is set for 1-2:30 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. at Dow Gardens. Celebrate the wildflowers of Dow Gardens with Horticulturists Chuck Martin and Trent Bowen. Learn about sun-loving wildflowers, beautiful meadow plants and wetland species in the rain gardens. Then, head into the forest to learn about shade-loving species. Learn more at dowgardens.org/events/wildflower.
The Chemical City Band is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Central Park Bandshell. If it rains, the concert will take place in Central Auditorium.
Movies on Main is set to show "Peewee's Big Adventure" at 9 p.m. outside of Ace Hardware in Downtown Midland. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests can bring a lawn chair and blankets. This event is free.
Outdoor Yoga Flow is set for 12-12:45 p.m. on Main Street between Ashman and McDonald streets in Downtown Midland. Allied Group Fitness will be offering free yoga classes. Reservations are highly recommended and suggested, but drop-ins are welcomed. There will be a select number of yoga mats that will be provided for those who don't have their own; drop-ins should plan on bringing their own mat. This class is open to all experience levels.
Auburn Cornfest kicks off at 5 p.m. with carnival games and rides. The annual festival continues through Sunday, July 10 with merchants; live entertainment; fishing, softball and cornhole tournaments; and a parade. For more information, including a schedule, visit auburncornfest.org/.
Tunes by the Tridge is set for 7-9 p.m. 23 North will perform at this family-friendly event located at the farmer's market area at the foot of the Tridge. Families will want to bring quilts and lawn chairs on Thursday evenings and enjoy listening to bands perform. These performances are free to all.
The Pendulum Lounge is open 4:30-8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Accoustic Cocktail will be providing live music. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails, small plates and hearty offerings. Tickets are not required to attend the Pendulum Lounge, seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.
A Comedy Night with Kevin Kramis and Zach Wycuff is set for 8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Come for an evening under the summer sky with 90 minutes of comedy from nationally touring comics in outdoor setting. Content is rated PG-13. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 the day of the event. A cash bar will be available; outside food and drink is not allowed.
Story Time is set for 10-11 a.m. at Dow Gardens. Come to hear award-winning children’s books read aloud in the Children’s Garden. All ages are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required.
The Commons Live Music series will host The Whatabouts at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
Old Time Radio Show: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is set for 7-9 p.m. at Creative 360. Spend an evening sleuthing and solving mysteries with our cast of radio show actors as they transport you to the flat on 221B Baker Street in London. Holmes and his faithful companion Dr. Watson come to life on the C360 stage complete with live sound effects and original commercial jingles. Tickets are $12 prepay, $17 at the door. Guests may bring their own beverages.
Katie Travis is set to perform at 8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. The Bay City native and Broadway veteran will sing through a night of fun repertoire from favorite shows. She will be joined by collaborative pianist Collin Whitfield. The show will take place on the outdoor stage. Tickets are $22, plus processing fees, and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in person at 1801 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland.
The 43rd Annual Arts & Crafts Festival is set for 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Gladwin City Park, 240 City Park St. Musical entertainment will be provided throughout the day in the park pavilion along with activities for children. Come check out the arts and crafts booths and enjoy the entertainment at the same time. Exhibitor space is still available; those who would like an exhibitor’s application or reserve a space, call 989-429-3272.
Old Time Radio Show: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is set for 7-9 p.m. at Creative 360. Spend an evening sleuthing and solving mysteries with our cast of radio show actors as they transport you to the flat on 221B Baker Street in London. Holmes and his faithful companion Dr. Watson come to life on the C360 stage complete with live sound effects and original commercial jingles. Tickets are $12 prepay, $17 at the door. Guests may bring their own beverages.
The Commons Live Music series will host Shout! A Beatles Tribute at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
A Lunchtime Concert featuring the Jim Pagel Jazz Trio is set for 12-1:30 p.m. at Dow Gardens. Bring a blanket or a chair and listen to live music in the dappled shade of the Birch Grove. Picnics are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card.
The Chemical City Band is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Central Park Bandshell. If it rains, the concert will take place in Central Auditorium.
A Teen Pool Party is set for 8:30-10 p.m. at Plymouth Park Pool. Join The ROCK and Midland Parks and Recration for a night of fun at the pool. This event is geared for 6-12 grade students. There is no entry fee; candy, drinks and sno-cones will be available for $1 each.
Movies on Main is set to show "Shang Chi and the Ten Rings" at 9 p.m. outside of Ace Hardware in Downtown Midland. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests can bring a lawn chair and blankets. This event is free.
Outdoor Yoga Flow is set for 12-12:45 p.m. on Main Street between Ashman and McDonald streets in Downtown Midland. Allied Group Fitness will be offering free yoga classes. Reservations are highly recommended and suggested, but drop-ins are welcomed. There will be a select number of yoga mats that will be provided for those who don't have their own; drop-ins should plan on bringing their own mat. This class is open to all experience levels.
Tunes by the Tridge is set for 7-9 p.m. Michele Spitz Tribute to Linda Ronstadt will perform at this family-friendly event located at the farmer's market area at the foot of the Tridge. Families will want to bring quilts and lawn chairs on Thursday evenings and enjoy listening to bands perform. These performances are free to all.
The Pendulum Lounge is open 4:30-8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Jim PAgel Trio will provide live music. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails, small plates and hearty offerings. Tickets are not required to attend the Pendulum Lounge, seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.
The Accidentals are set to perform at 8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. The Accidentals are a female fronted, multi-instrumentalists, power trio. Their music is dynamic and intelligent, a blend of Neko Case lyrics, Jack White rock and Queen dynamic. It’s edgy, indie folk-influenced, pop rock. Tickets are $24, plus processing fees, and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in person at 1801 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland.
Story Time is set for 10-11 a.m. at Dow Gardens. Come to hear award-winning children’s books read aloud in the Children’s Garden. All ages are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required.
The Commons Live Music series will host Soul Xpress at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
The Great Lakes Market is set for 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Emerson Park. Over 40 artists and makers will be on site with their wares. There will also be live music and food trucks. The market will continue 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, July 17. Admission and parking is free.
Bill Engvall - the Farewell Tour is set to perform at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Bill Engvall is a Grammy nominated, multi-platinum selling recording artist and one of the top comedians in the country. He returns to the Center after performing here in 2020. "Here’s Your Sign It’s Finally Time" will be his farewell tour as he retires from standup. Tickets start at $30.50, plus processing fees, and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in person at 1801 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland.
The Commons Live Music series will host Nameless at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
A Dog Days of Summer Hike is set for 10 a.m. at Riverview Natural Area. Hit the trails to escape the summer sun under the shady canopy of Riverview Natural Area. Guides will give an option for a longer hike at the stairways, hikers can choose a one-mile hike or an additional two miles. Participants are encouraged to bring their dogs for a hike, but a dog is not required. Dogs will be leashed.
Airport Story Hour is set for 1-2 p.m. at Jack Barstow Municipal Airport. Children ages 2-5 are invited to enjoy a light snack while listening to an aviation/space related story at this free event. Warm weather readings will be held in the beautiful outdoor MCADA area near the terminal. Cold weather readings will be held in the terminal building. If held inside current CDC recommendations will be followed.
A Senior Pancake Breakfast is set for 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Greater Midland Community Center's 50+ Center. Cost is $3 for 50+ members, $5 for non-members; cash only, sign up one week prior to the event.
Music in the Woods is set for 6-8 p.m. at the John and Marjorie Hohman Amphitheater on Northwood University's campus. Coleman Road Band will perform. The event also will include food trucks, yard games for the whole family and free cake and non-alcoholic beverages. Adult beverages will be available for purchase at Tavern 59, which will be set up for attendees who are 21 years of age or older.
A Lunchtime Concert featuring Cool Lemon Jazz is set for 12-1:30 p.m. at Dow Gardens. Bring a blanket or a chair and listen to live music in the dappled shade of the Birch Grove. Picnics are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card.
“An Evening with Your Candidates,” a forum of Midland area candidates for U.S. Congress and Michigan House and Senate is set for 5:30 p.m. in Riepma Arena at Northwood University. This event is free and open to the public. Register for preferred seating by visiting www.northwood.edu/an-evening-with-your-candidates
The Chemical City Band is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Central Park Bandshell. If it rains, the concert will take place in Central Auditorium.
A Teen Pool Party is set for 8:30-10 p.m. at Plymouth Park Pool. Join The ROCK and Midland Parks and Recration for a night of fun at the pool. This event is geared for 6-12 grade students. There is no entry fee; candy, drinks and sno-cones will be available for $1 each.
Movies on Main is set to show "The Grinch" at 9 p.m. outside of Ace Hardware in Downtown Midland. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests can bring a lawn chair and blankets. This event is free.
Outdoor Yoga Flow is set for 12-12:45 p.m. on Main Street between Ashman and McDonald streets in Downtown Midland. Allied Group Fitness will be offering free yoga classes. Reservations are highly recommended and suggested, but drop-ins are welcomed. There will be a select number of yoga mats that will be provided for those who don't have their own; drop-ins should plan on bringing their own mat. This class is open to all experience levels.
Tunes by the Tridge is set for 7-9 p.m. The Resonators will perform at this family-friendly event located at the farmer's market area at the foot of the Tridge. Families will want to bring quilts and lawn chairs on Thursday evenings and enjoy listening to bands perform. These performances are free to all.
Thursdays in the City is set for 7-9 p.m. on the corner of Antler Street and Cedar Avenue in downtown Gladwin. Gladwin locals, Dan Rowley, Kip Fritcher and Tim Rowley will be playing music for all to enjoy. Guests are asked to bring their own chairs. This free event is set to take place rain or shine. For more information, call 989-429-3272.
The Pendulum Lounge is open 4:30-8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Camryn Grant will provide live music. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails, small plates and hearty offerings. Tickets are not required to attend the Pendulum Lounge, seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.
Story Time is set for 10-11 a.m. at Dow Gardens. Come to hear award-winning children’s books read aloud in the Children’s Garden. All ages are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required.
A Salamander Meander is set for 10-1:30 a.m. at Riverview Natural Area. Join a Chippewa Nature Center naturalist to look for salamanders under logs and near vernal pools. Some portions of this hike may be off trail on uneven terrain but hikers can choose how adventurous they wish to be.
Food Truck Friday is set for 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Jack Barstow Airport. Fly or drive in to enjoy delicious food from local food trucks. All trucks will serve until they run out. Guests can take their food to go or visit the Aviation Discovery Area and enjoy your food at one of the benches or picnic tables under the pavilion while they watch planes come and go.
The Commons Live Music series will host Miranda and the M80s at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
The Commons Live Music series will host 23 North at 7-9 p.m. at the Pedestrian Plaza Stage at the intersection of McDonald and Main streets in Downtown Midland. Bring a chair (or snag one of the outdoor tables), grab a drink and some food from a downtown restaurant and enjoy the music. This event is free.
A Story Hour is set for 10 a.m. at the Nature Play Area of Averill Preserve. Join a Chippewa Nature Center naturalist for an hour learning about nature. Attendees will meet at the pavilion and walk down to the Nture Play Area. The hour will include a story, crafts and other age-appropriate activities. Dress for the weather for this outdoor program. This event is free.
A Lunchtime Concert featuring Donny Brown is set for 12-1:30 p.m. at Dow Gardens. Bring a blanket or a chair and listen to live music in the dappled shade of the Birch Grove. Picnics are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card.
Sound Community Music Series is set for 7-9 p.m. at Live Oak Coffeehouse. This live music series features classical and jazz musicians from the mid-Michigan area.The first hour of each event is an opportunity for students, amateurs, and professionals to share musical performances. The second hour spotlights professional musicians as they perform a full-length concert. The featured artists of the evening gratefully accept financial support from the audience in the form of donations.
The Chemical City Band is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Central Park Bandshell. If it rains, the concert will take place in Central Auditorium.
A Teen Pool Party is set for 8:30-10 p.m. at Plymouth Park Pool. Join The ROCK and Midland Parks and Recration for a night of fun at the pool. This event is geared for 6-12 grade students. There is no entry fee; candy, drinks and sno-cones will be available for $1 each.
Movies on Main is set to show "Muppet Treasure Island" at 9 p.m. outside of Ace Hardware in Downtown Midland. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests can bring a lawn chair and blankets. This event is free.
Outdoor Yoga Flow is set for 12-12:45 p.m. on Main Street between Ashman and McDonald streets in Downtown Midland. Allied Group Fitness will be offering free yoga classes. Reservations are highly recommended and suggested, but drop-ins are welcomed. There will be a select number of yoga mats that will be provided for those who don't have their own; drop-ins should plan on bringing their own mat. This class is open to all experience levels.
Tunes by the Tridge is set for 7-9 p.m. Coleman Road Band will perform at this family-friendly event located at the farmer's market area at the foot of the Tridge. Families will want to bring quilts and lawn chairs on Thursday evenings and enjoy listening to bands perform. These performances are free to all.
Story Time is set for 10-11 a.m. at Dow Gardens. Come to hear award-winning children’s books read aloud in the Children’s Garden. All ages are welcome. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required.
Victoria Ritter grew up in Midland and after earning a degree in English at Grand Valley State University, returned. She joined the Daily News as its newsroom clerk, and eventually began editing obituaries, and in 2016 wrote her first article. She loves the arts, from reading and creative writing to catching a movie or singing in her church choir.