New Midland restaurant offers fresh offerings in former Shirlene’s
Antonio’s Bar & Grill is now open for business on Wackerly Street. Diners can enjoy homemade, freshly prepared American, Italian and Greek cuisine.
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Paint Midland red: “Support Local Art” festivals coming in June
Midland will be oozing art this June. Art Seen kicks off its inaugural festival in downtown Midland. Also happening that same weekend are Mural Blast, the Midland Center for the Arts’ Summer Art Fair, and Creative 360’s community mural and Art Speaks Festival.
Q&A with Mike Avery, Outdoor Magazine
The outdoors is a way of life and is big business in Michigan, including the Great Lakes Bay Region. Mike Avery has worked in broadcasting, promoting the outdoors for most of his 40 years in the business. Avery shares with Catalyst his thoughts on what the outdoors means to our region, COVID’s impact, and why hunting and fishing are a way of life for him and many others.
New Community Market opens in Coleman Family Center
The community of Coleman has been a food desert for several years since the local grocery store closed. Now, a collaborative effort has led to the opening of a new market featuring fresh produce in what’s become a hub in the community.
These trails were made for walking: Our top 10 hiking trails in mid-Michigan
The Issue Media Group editors in the Great Lakes Bay Region walk you through our 10 favorite hiking and biking trails in the Great Lakes Bay Region. These paths take you through natural areas, small towns, cityscapes, and more.
Crowdfunding campaign takes off to help new downtown business expand
Aviator Cookie Company was chosen for a crowdfunding campaign after an application and interview process with the Midland Young Professionals (MYPros). The MYPros Community Crowdfund program provides opportunities to contribute to the development of businesses that seek to offer unique products and experiences for the community.
World-class tennis and lines of marigolds return to Midland in 2021
Midland is looking forward to seeing the return of two exciting programs: Midland Blooms and The Dow Tennis Classic. Midland Blooms will be held May 22, and the world-class tennis tournament will take place November 1-7.
An Alaskan fish story with a longline to Midland
Midland native Caven Pfeiffer delivers his wild-caught Alaskan fish to market through his company, Sword Seafood Company. His mom, LoLita, helped him establish his first community-supported fishery right here in Midland.
Midland Center for the Arts opens Mid-Century Modern inspired lounge
The Midland Center for the Arts celebrates its Mid-Century Modern design with the Pendulum Lounge, opening Thursday, March 4. The bar features small plates, cocktails, beer, and wine, giving a nod to iconic design elements from notable architect Alden B. Dow.
What makes Midland special to you?
By sharing elements of our day-to-day lives, Catalyst Midland hopes to foster a sense of community in Midland. Follow our new Instagram page @CatalystMidlandOfficial for relaxed and candid stories about the foundation of our community — you.
Paint Midland red: “Support Local Art” festivals coming in June
Midland will be oozing art this June. Art Seen kicks off its inaugural festival in downtown Midland. Also happening that same weekend are Mural Blast, the Midland Center for the Arts’ Summer Art Fair, and Creative 360’s community mural and Art Speaks Festival.
Q&A with Mike Avery, Outdoor Magazine
The outdoors is a way of life and is big business in Michigan, including the Great Lakes Bay Region. Mike Avery has worked in broadcasting, promoting the outdoors for most of his 40 years in the business. Avery shares with Catalyst his thoughts on what the outdoors means to our region, COVID’s impact, and why hunting and fishing are a way of life for him and many others.
New Community Market opens in Coleman Family Center
The community of Coleman has been a food desert for several years since the local grocery store closed. Now, a collaborative effort has led to the opening of a new market featuring fresh produce in what’s become a hub in the community.
These trails were made for walking: Our top 10 hiking trails in mid-Michigan
The Issue Media Group editors in the Great Lakes Bay Region walk you through our 10 favorite hiking and biking trails in the Great Lakes Bay Region. These paths take you through natural areas, small towns, cityscapes, and more.
Crowdfunding campaign takes off to help new downtown business expand
Aviator Cookie Company was chosen for a crowdfunding campaign after an application and interview process with the Midland Young Professionals (MYPros). The MYPros Community Crowdfund program provides opportunities to contribute to the development of businesses that seek to offer unique products and experiences for the community.
World-class tennis and lines of marigolds return to Midland in 2021
Midland is looking forward to seeing the return of two exciting programs: Midland Blooms and The Dow Tennis Classic. Midland Blooms will be held May 22, and the world-class tennis tournament will take place November 1-7.
An Alaskan fish story with a longline to Midland
Midland native Caven Pfeiffer delivers his wild-caught Alaskan fish to market through his company, Sword Seafood Company. His mom, LoLita, helped him establish his first community-supported fishery right here in Midland.
Midland Center for the Arts opens Mid-Century Modern inspired lounge
The Midland Center for the Arts celebrates its Mid-Century Modern design with the Pendulum Lounge, opening Thursday, March 4. The bar features small plates, cocktails, beer, and wine, giving a nod to iconic design elements from notable architect Alden B. Dow.
What makes Midland special to you?
By sharing elements of our day-to-day lives, Catalyst Midland hopes to foster a sense of community in Midland. Follow our new Instagram page @CatalystMidlandOfficial for relaxed and candid stories about the foundation of our community — you.
