Arts and Culture

Photo courtesy of the Bay City State Park

Bay City State Park celebrates a century of memories

As Bay City State Park nears its 100-year anniversary, the local DNR team prepares for exciting renovations and family events. Park Manager Rich Fenner and Lead Ranger Mike Barker share some park history and future plans.  

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For decades, Bay Chorale borrowed space for rehearsals and concerts. Now, the choir is permanently based at the State Theatre in Downtown Bay City. It performs two shows a year, one at Christmas and one in the spring. (Photo courtesy of Bay Chorale)
Music is the language of building community for Bay Chorale

Bay Chorale celebrates its 56th year with a tribute to American composers in its Spring Concert, set for 7 p.m. Fri., April 21. New members are welcome to join the group.

Lou E. Loon is the mascot of the Great Lakes Loons.
Loons hope to make more memories in 2023

The Great Lakes Loons are just two weeks away from opening their baseball season with a focus on creating a great experience for fans.  

Tawny Ryan Nelb is the owner of Nelb Archival Consulting, Inc.
Profile Q&A w/Tawny Ryan Nelb-Part 2

In this Profile Q&A, during Women’s History Month, we connect again with Tawny Ryan Nelb, an award winning archivist, who lives in Midland.  She offers some advice on preserving your organization or family’s history.

The series of STEM-based adventures provides educational, engaging entertainment for kids and families during seasonal and holiday breaks.
STEM Staycations encourage families to explore locally this spring break

Spring break means travel for many families, but a regional campaign, STEM Staycation Promotions, is tailored to those who are looking to explore locally.   

Science and spring break go together, thanks to the Great Lakes Bay Region STEM Pipeline

Fun activities await the families that choose to spend Spring Break 2023 in Bay County. Theater, STEM activities, and Touch-a-Truck storytime are a few of the options.

The form of a Greek cross is visible in the Stone Chapel, which was built in 1881 and 1882. 
Lights, Camera, Passion: Ohio group brings the story of Jesus’ trial and death to Bay City church

Trinity Episcopal Church in Bay City will host “Tetélestai,” a powerful musical performance detailing the final week of Jesus’s life.  

"What a Swell Party! A Celebration Tribute to Leeds Bird" runs on April 1. (Photo courtesy of The Bay City Players)
Five decades of friendship and collaboration: Kevin Cole on working with Leeds Bird

“What a Swell Party! A Celebration Tribute to Leeds Bird” will be a journey down memory lane celebrating 50 years of collaboration between Leeds Bird and Kevin Cole. Showtimes are 3 and 8 p.m. April 1 at the Bay City Players Theater.  All proceeds benefit Bay City Players.  

Akilah Senior is the owner of Prim Sage Boutique.
Prim Sage Boutique provides an upscale shopping experience

Prim Sage Boutique in downtown Midland, offers local shoppers an upscale boutique experience. The store, which opened last November, specializes in business casual attire, selling women's fancy blouses, dresses and a small section of menswear. 

Tawny Ryan Nelb is the owner of Nelb Archival Consulting, Inc.
Profile Q&A with Tawny Ryan Nelb

In this Profile Q&A, during Women’s History Month, we introduce you to Tawny Ryan Nelb, an archivist, who makes her home here in Midland. History has been the focus of her career and life.  

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