Community Development

Midland Center for the Arts ushers in holiday spirit with upcoming events

Midland Center for the Arts is kicking off the holiday season, with plenty of events for all ages. From concerts to comedy, to kids activities, there’s something for everyone to celebrate.

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The Dow Tennis Class takes place Oct 31-Nov 6.
Dow Tennis Classic brings in the highest ranked players to date

The 34th Dow Tennis Classic returns to the Greater Midland Tennis Center,  Oct. 31- Nov. 6. The event features some of the sport’s top players, free community outreach programs, and more.

The Northwood University International Show takes place Oct. 7-9 in Midland.
Campus Car Show Returns to Midland for 59th Year

Northwood University students invite the community to share in their interactive automotive show as a part of the school's experiential learning. This student-run event is the largest in North America and has something for everyone.

Jonagold's are mix of Golden Delicious and Jonathan apples.
Moore Orchards open this fall

A small team has been working hard in a local orchard getting ready to sell a variety of apples, donuts, and cider at their Apple Haus, just south of Midland  

Jeff Rekeweg and Kurt Busard are the new owners of Frick's Sports Bar.
A landmark Midland bar is getting new life

Renovation work is underway on Frick’s Sports Bar, with the goal of again being a destination for entertainment, food, and fun.

View from across the river and below the Poseyville Road Bridge
Riverfront Restoration Project underway

A restoration project is underway along the Tittabawassee River in downtown Midland. The goal is to transform an old commercial/industrial site to a park space.

Conceptual drawing of the Midland Center for the Arts
Dow Foundation contributes $5M to Center for the Arts

 A  capital campaign to renovate Midland’s Center for the Arts has received a major contribution from The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation.  

Ricky Nalett (L) and Kay Rinker O’Neil (R) play with intensity.
Photo story: The Commons-Downtown Midland

To get a feel for what Friday and Saturday nights look like in downtown Midland, check out this photo story by Crystal Gwizdala captured during a concert in The Commons.

Midland County Fair: A week of entertainment, midway rides, fair food, and agriculture education

The 84th annual Midland County Fair returns to the community, offering exhibitors and spectators the chance to enjoy entertainment, experience education, and more during the weeklong event, Aug. 14-20.

River Days Returns to Midland for ….

River Days returns to Midland August 4-7 with free live music, hot air balloons, food trucks, a kids zone, fireworks, axe throwing, a hot-dog-eating contest, and more.   

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