United We Go will bring Bay City's public art scene to life Aug. 11-16 during the fourth annual City of Mural Community Festival. The weeklong event will feature four new murals, community painting opportunities, live entertainment and the Paint the Park fundraiser at Wenonah Park.
The Bay Area Community Foundation will honor Ellen Charlebois and Michael Hanisko with its highest recognition, the Peggy Rowley Community Enrichment Award, during the 2026 Faces of Philanthropy Celebration.
The Saginaw Art Museum's summer lineup pairs nationally recognized exhibitions with hands-on learning, giving visitors a chance to explore the work of Andy Warhol and Judy Bowman while young artists develop new skills through a three-day printmaking camp.
Dow Gardens is in full bloom this summer with more than 350 varieties of roses, the return of Dinosaurs Around the World and a packed calendar of events, including concerts, family programs, guided tours and evening experiences through August
Many celebrations are planned to celebrate the Midland Area Farmers Market's 80th anniversary.
From Bay City's Fireworks Festival to Midland's America 250 celebration, communities across the Great Lakes Bay region are hosting a variety of Independence Day events this holiday weekend.
Midland Center for the Arts has received a $6,500 grant through the Service Club Alliance to expand access to educational programs by helping cover transportation costs and tuition assistance for students and families.
More than 120 educators, administrators, counselors, family engagement staff, and community partners gathered at the Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center to strengthen regional efforts focused on improving student attendance and supporting families
From health fairs and concerts to parades, festivals and community gatherings, Juneteenth celebrations across Bay, Saginaw and Midland counties will offer residents multiple opportunities to honor Black history, celebrate freedom and connect with their communities.
Give Local Midland set a new fundraising record this year, generating $766,480 in contributions and matching funds to support 88 local nonprofit endowment funds.
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