Your local artisan holiday gift guide
Wrap up a handmade holiday when you shop for gifts from local artists. This local artisan gift guide introduces you to a few of the artists in this community.
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A Holly Jolly Great Lakes Bay Region: 4 celebrations to kick off Christmas
Get ready for a holly jolly good time with friends and family as the Great Lakes Bay Region welcomes the holiday season with a variety of events!
Hope with a side of grace: The important work of Midland’s Open Door
In 2019, Open Door is on track to serve more than 50,000 meals and provide thousands of nights of shelter to men, women and children in need. They could use a helping hand.
Cross-cultural exchange: Argentinian bluegrass band visits local elementary school
Local elementary school students experienced the music and culture of Argentina this week, thanks to the Midland Center for the Arts.
A helping hand for service members: The work of the Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalition
The Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalition mobilizes support for veterans in the region, tackling most needs with a group of dedicated volunteers and the desire to give back.
Local museum teaches history in order to honor military veterans
A local military museum and the Bay County Department of Veteran Affairs have special events planned in honor of veterans this year.
Q&A with Hidden Harvest CEO Samantha McKenzie
Since 1994, Hidden Harvest has rescued 37 million pounds of food from area restaurants, farmers, grocery stores and more. They then deliver the food to organizations that provide food to people in need.
Workers grow food and develop skills at Arnold Center’s plant factory
The Arnold Center is growing a new model of training workers with disabilities through Arnold Farms, now in its second year of hydroponics.
Q&A with Wally Mayton of the Midland Neighboring Project
The Midland Neighboring Project and how a small group is forging a strong sense of community within Midland.
Growing community through art: The work and inspiration of local Midland artist Jazzmyn Benitez
Jazzmyn Benitez is one of the amazing and talented artists behind Midland's vibrant art scene. We touch on her creative process and passion for getting a paint brush into the hands of others.
A Holly Jolly Great Lakes Bay Region: 4 celebrations to kick off Christmas
Get ready for a holly jolly good time with friends and family as the Great Lakes Bay Region welcomes the holiday season with a variety of events!
Hope with a side of grace: The important work of Midland’s Open Door
In 2019, Open Door is on track to serve more than 50,000 meals and provide thousands of nights of shelter to men, women and children in need. They could use a helping hand.
Cross-cultural exchange: Argentinian bluegrass band visits local elementary school
Local elementary school students experienced the music and culture of Argentina this week, thanks to the Midland Center for the Arts.
A helping hand for service members: The work of the Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalition
The Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalition mobilizes support for veterans in the region, tackling most needs with a group of dedicated volunteers and the desire to give back.
Local museum teaches history in order to honor military veterans
A local military museum and the Bay County Department of Veteran Affairs have special events planned in honor of veterans this year.
Q&A with Hidden Harvest CEO Samantha McKenzie
Since 1994, Hidden Harvest has rescued 37 million pounds of food from area restaurants, farmers, grocery stores and more. They then deliver the food to organizations that provide food to people in need.
Workers grow food and develop skills at Arnold Center’s plant factory
The Arnold Center is growing a new model of training workers with disabilities through Arnold Farms, now in its second year of hydroponics.
Q&A with Wally Mayton of the Midland Neighboring Project
The Midland Neighboring Project and how a small group is forging a strong sense of community within Midland.
Growing community through art: The work and inspiration of local Midland artist Jazzmyn Benitez
Jazzmyn Benitez is one of the amazing and talented artists behind Midland's vibrant art scene. We touch on her creative process and passion for getting a paint brush into the hands of others.
