Shakespeare, bagpipes, sword fights, and more at Grove Park

On Saturday, Sept. 7, Public Arts Midland and Creative 360 will host the inaugural Performance in the Park, a day-long celebration of the performing arts at Grove Park in Midland.

The Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens Birding Festival runs Thursday, Sept. 19 and continuing through the weekend.
Start the season with fun, food, and festivals this September

Although summer has come to an end, there is still plenty of fun, food, and festivals to enjoy across Midland. Start Fall off by attending an event to celebrate the change in seasons!

Danielle Atkinson, founder and national director of Mothering Justice, has been instrumental in advocating for paid leave in Michigan.
Paid sick leave and family leave are moving forward in Michigan. Here’s what’s next.

For more than a decade, Michigan advocacy groups and some legislators have been working to expand paid leave from work for Michiganders – and this year, their efforts are paying off in two major ways.

Immunizations have long spared Michiganders from disease and death

In March 2024, Michigan experienced its first confirmed case of measles since 2019, reporting five unrelated cases throughout the state as of April 10. These cases were only some of many throughout sixteen other states, leading public health officials across Michigan to quickly respond.

Northern Lakes CMH's behavioral health homes serve residents of six Northern Michigan counties.
Behavioral Health Homes: A transformative approach in Michigan

Behavioral health homes provide holistic care that addresses both the physical and mental health needs of individuals, ensuring a coordinated and patient-centered approach. 

Hero Walk family team
Autism Hero Walk raises funds while raising awareness

Promoted as "Michigan's largest gathering of the autistic community — 6,000+ families and autistic persons coming together to celebrate everyday superheroes,” The Autism Hero Walk takes place from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak.

Marybeth Penkala
People retention through connection: Marybeth Penkala

Meet Marybeth Penkala as we discuss the journey which lead her to plant roots in Midland, and what it’s like to look at people retention through connection!

Much of Main Street is closed to traffic and has become a public promenade.
Help decide The Commons Pedestrian Plaza’s future

The Downtown Development Authority is making plans for the plaza's future beyond 2025. and want public feedback through a new survey. 

Alden B. Dow Home and Studio invites adults to summer camp next month

The Alden B. Dow Home and Studio is opening its doors for a unique two-day adult summer camp next month. 

Delta College in downtown Saginaw
Michigan expands tuition-free access to community colleges, boosting higher education equality

The Michigan Reconnect Scholarship program is now open to students as young as 21. The goal of the scholarship is to increase the percentage of Michigan adults with postsecondary education to 60% by 2030.

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