Arts & Culture

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Butterflies in Bloom enters final week at Dow Gardens conservatory

With just days remaining, visitors still have a chance to walk among thousands of butterflies at the Dow Gardens Conservatory before the annual “Butterflies in Bloom” exhibit closes April 19.

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A sure sign of Spring – Easter egg hunts and butterflies

From Easter egg hunts and bunny photo ops to brunch buffets and butterflies in bloom, early April is packed with family-friendly events across the Great Lakes Bay Region.

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AAUW Used Book Sale: Turning old books into new opportunities.

The AAUW Midland Branch’s spring Used Book Sale returns to Midland Mall April 24–26, with donation barrels available starting March 27. The longtime community fundraiser supports scholarships for local women and girls.

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Fans pack Midland Mall as Comic Con returns for another year

The Midland Mall was packed with costumes, collectibles and crowds as Comic Con brought a weekend of pop culture and creativity to the community.

Mid-Century Modern Midland: New book celebrates city’s architectural oasis

Mid-Century Modern Midland highlights the community's innovative legacy and the collaborative effort of residents, historians, and volunteers to document and preserve this unique heritage.

New chapter begins for the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library during open house week

Final preparations are underway for the much-anticipated unveiling of new and improved spaces within the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library in Midland.

New piercer joins Brass Cat Tattoo in Midland 

Maggie Davis, of Piercing by Maggie, brings expanded body art services to the Ashman Circle studio

Creative 360 kicks off the year with art and comedy

Creative 360 is kicking off January with art and laughter, opening its “Animals in Art” exhibition and welcoming back the Dad Joke Show.

Celebration at Chippewa Nature Center honors winter solstice

Midland residents gathered at Chippewa Nature Center on Saturday, Dec. 20, to mark the winter solstice.

From Whoville to Coleman: Four magical stops this holiday season

Midland-area events are serving up laughter, magic, and holiday cheer for all ages.

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