In 1955, four men staged a St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Downtown Bay City, attracting about 10,000 people. Today, that parade has grown into a multi-day event that brings together people from all over Michigan
The Bay City St. Patrick’s Day weekend festivities include a parade, races, music, and, of course, green beer.
Community workshops, sensory-friendly hours, and an invitation for field trips all are part of the Access•ABILITY exhibit coming to Studio 23/The Arts Center this spring.
Auditions for the Sat., April 26 talent show take place later this month. The deadline to apply to audition is Mon., March 10.
Great Lakes Bay Health Centers recently opened a School-Based Health Center at Bay City Central High School. The agency also is building a facility in Uptown Bay City while making plans to offer mobile vision services here.
The Antique Toy & Firehouse Museum is renovating the former Fire Station No. 3, located at the edge of Downtown Bay City. In the end, the building will house fire trucks and toys, classrooms for lessons in fire safety, and even offer space to two other local history organizations.
Calli Ruffertshofer, a long-time customer in Downtown Bay City, has opened her own boutique business, Fran & Dot. She says the store will emphasize style, bling, and personal service.
Natural resources, strong local colleges, easy access to other markets, and other factors all play a role when Bay Future seeks to attract and retain businesses in Bay County.
Bay City Electric Light & Power offers free energy check-ups to customers who want to reduce their utility bills.
Restaurant owner Hank Ryan isn’t just serving food, he’s serving the community. The Broadway Family Grill offers meals to those who can’t afford them, cold-weather clothing for those who need it, and jobs for people who want to build new skills.
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