What’s Happening in the Great Lakes Bay Region?

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Through April 16
Butterflies in Bloom is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at Dow Gardens in Midland. The interactive exhibit features thousands of brilliantly colored butterflies from countries around the world, emerging from their chrysalis, feeding and flying all with the tropical environment of Dow Garden’s Conservatory. Admission included with regular admission to Dow Gardens or with purchase of an annual admission card. Reservations are required in advance of visit.

Saturday, April 8
Soldan’s Pet Supplies is hosting its Pet Easter Egg from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Pavilion F in Plymouth Park in Midland. You’ll find thousands of colorful eggs scattered in the grass for your pet to find. All eggs are stuffed with delicious dog treats and prizes. Hunts are planned for 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. There is a $10 suggested registration fee per dog. Registration required. All proceeds from the event directly benefit The Humane Society of Midland County.

Egg-cellent Adventure is scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. at Axiom Church, 1264 E. Isabella Road, Midland. Age-based egg hunts, carnival games, and more.

Venture out for a special egg hunt at Chippewa Nature Center. Each child will make their own egg hunt bag, then venture out into the woods to search for hidden eggs. Before or after the hunt, spend time discovering the wonders of Michigan’s egg-laying animals through games and activities. If the weather permits, all activities will take place outdoors near Arbury Trail. Select a hunt time at registration. Last day to register is April 7. This program is designed for ages 3-12; cost is $10/$8 CNC member. Visit www.chippewanaturecenter.org to register.

Frank ‘n Jude play favorites from the Beatles to the Cure from 4-6 pm. Kat Steih, singer songwriter from Ann Arbor, plays originals 6:30-7:30 pm. Merissa Faye and Becka Stewart play acoustic solos and duos from 8-10pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.
Easter Egg Hunt begins at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 303 Ruth St., Auburn.

22nd annual Easter Egg Hunt is set for 11 a.m. to noon at Holy Family Episcopal Church, 4611 Swede, Midland.

Sunday, April 9
An Easter dinner is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Open Door Soup Kitchen, 412 W. Buttles St., Midland. Everything is free and provided by members of the community.

Easter Egg Hunt at The Clare Assembly of God, 3557 E. Colonville Road, Clare. Registration at 9 am, hunt begins at 9:15 am. Kids 12 and younger welcome to hunt for eggs on the church lawn prior to the 10 am service. Information, 989-386-3232.

Nature Play! It’s time to play outdoors at Chippewa Nature Center is set for 2 to 4 p.m at The Woods Nature Play Area near the Arbury Trail. Whether we’re making pies in the mud kitchen, building forts, constructing rivers, lounging in hammocks, or creating nature art, this hour of play is sure to engage everyone. Caregivers must remain with children during this program. This program is designed for all ages, under 18 w/adult.

Monday, April 10
The Wild Ones Mid-Mitten Chapter will host a presentation on Going Native in Frankenlust Township with Martin Arford, professor of Geography at SVSU from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Chippewa Nature Center, 400 S. Badour Road, Midland. Meet at the Visitor Center. The public is welcome. Admission is free.

Mindful Monday Lunch & Learn: What is Anger? MSU Extension is presenting a Zoom Online Live Webinar, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. This workshop will help participants define anger, recognize and name their own anger signals and explore ways people use anger in unhealthy and healthy ways. To register for this free zoom Online Webinar visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/mmllanger41023/ Registration closes April 9.

RELAX: Alternatives to Anger. Alternatives to Anger is a four-part educational series designed to help adults, parents, and caregivers increase their knowledge about anger issues and put anger management and healthy relationship skills into practice, presented by MSU Extension. Through presentations, group discussion and skill-building activities, participants learn what anger is, what triggers anger, calming down and de-stressing methods, the principles of problem solving, effective communication skills and forgiving and letting go of the past. These sessions begin Mondays, April 10 – May 1, 4 to 5 p.m. via Zoom Live Webinar. There is no charge. To register use this link before April 9: https://events.anr.msu.edu/relaxap2023/

Food Safety Q & A. MSU Extension offers a weekly 30-minute informational program about food preservation or other related food safety topics. This session is Incorporating Food Safety into Your Recipes – Food safety should be a part of every recipe. Learn what food safety steps are commonly missed from recipes and apply this knowledge from recipes you get off the internet. Join this quick free presentation at 1 P.M. To register, visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/FoodSafetyQA2023/

Tuesday, April 11
Safe Food = Healthy Kids. Learn the best practices for food safety to keep the children in your childcare safe. Food safety education topics discussed in this online class include proper cleaning and sanitizing, cooking, storing food, as well as personal hygiene. There is no charge for this training; childcare providers will earn training hours for attending. The class is from 6 to 9 p.m. To register visit: https://events anr.msu.edu/SFHK2023/

Wednesday, April 12
The 2023 Spring Senior Expo will be held Wednesday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Midland Mall. Admission is free and the event includes live entertainment, vendors, classes and giveaways. Attendees are encouraged to bring sneakers and dancing shoes. Activities include Walk15 from 10-10:30 a.m., line dancing from 10:30-11, Trena for Zumba from 11-11:30, and Borderline from 12-2 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring sneakers and dancing shoes. Activities include Walk15 from 10-10:30 a.m., line dancing from 10:30-11, Trena for Zumba from 11-11:30, and Borderline from 12-2 p.m.

Spring Choral Concert featuring the Choirs of the Center and the Youth Honors Chorus program will perform an uplifting repertoire “You are Enough” at 7:30 p.m. in the Midland Center for the Arts. The repertoire will be a celebration of these themes, ranging from classical works of Handel and Brahms, Louis Armstrong to contemporary pop. Tickets.

MSU Extension’s Adulting 101 programs help teenagers and young adults demystify the obscure reality of being an “adult” through engaging educational sessions. In the Build and Protect Your Credit session, learn about credit and how it impacts future goals. This free workshop at 6 p.m. will address credit myths, explain the importance of credit reports, demystify credit scores, and provide strategies to build and protect your credit. Visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/mimoneyhealth/ to register. Registration closes April 11 and is designed for teens and young adults 17 and younger.
Mindful Wednesdays Lunch & Learn: Begin with a Breath. MSU Extension presents Mindful Wednesday. The topic will be Begin with a Breath, noon to 1 p.m. Begin with a Breath introduces participants to the experience and practice of mindfulness, with a goal of reducing stress. To register for this free Zoom online webinar visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/mwllbreath41223/ Registration closes on April 11.

Thursday, April 13
Latin Grammy-nominated artist Sonia De Los Santos brings a joyful sound to children of all ages with the music of Latin America in a concert scheduled for 6:30 p.m. in the Auditorium of the Midland Center for the Arts. Tickets.

Stress Less with Mindfulness. MSU Extension will host a live webinar from 1-2 p.m. This session will teach and encourage the use of mindfulness self-care skills to help one feel better and enjoy life more. There is no charge for this webinar, registration closes March 28. To register visit https://bit.ly/3WgKRvm

Financial Preparedness for Disasters – Webinar. No one is ever 100% prepared for a disaster. This webinar takes place April 13, Noon – 1:00 PM. There is no charge. Visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/mimoneyhealth/ click on the link “online classes”. Registration closes April 11.

Preserving MI Harvest. MSU Extension will offer a series of food preservation classes online on Thursdays, at 1 and 6 p.m. The topic will be Preserving Michigan’s Spring Catch. Join us for tips on preserving Michigan’s spring catch of fish. There is time at the end of each program to ask questions. To register visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/PreservingMIHarvest23/

Greydon Perry Koellman, one-man rock party, plays from 5-7 pm. The Fabulous Mr. E’s Piano Lounge from 8-10 pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

VIP Investigations: Who Anne Frank? is set for 4 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Discovery Museum, 5093 E. Remus Road, Mount Pleasant. Program included with admission fee.

Friday, April 14
Maxwell at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com

Jim Gaffigan is set for 7 p.m. The Dow Event Center, 303 Johnston St., Saginaw. Tickets, doweventcenter.com

Who’s Band: Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute is set for 78 p.m. The Dow Event Center, 303 Johnston St., Saginaw. Tickets, doweventcenter.com
Feats of magic and mysticism, comedic improvisation, raucous storytelling and musical revelry will return to the Saginaw Club, when the Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy Foundation brings back Dragon’s À Faire gala. Saginaw Club is located at 217 N. Washington Ave. in Saginaw. Tickets for the 18-and-over festivities are $50 per person and include Renaissance festival-style finger foods, two drink tickets, entertainment, and music, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Half of the ticket price goes directly to the Foundation to support student projects and programs at SASA. For tickets visit the SASA main office or purchase online at https://dragonsafaire.eventbrite.com.

Wee Stroll. Children (ages 6 months – 2 years) and their caregiver(s) are invited to join a Chippewa Nature Center staff-led walk, 9:30 – 10:30 AM. Learn about the outdoors and ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Meet at the Visitor Center in Midland.

Lee Ann Whitman and Friends play sweet acoustic tunes from 5-7 pm. Kristine Goodwin plays
old favorites and originals from 8-10 pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave,
989-486-9392.

April 14-15
Banff Mountain Film Festival, hosted by Chippewa Nature Center, is scheduled for 7 to 10 p.m. both nights at Bullock Creek Auditorium, 1420 S. Badour Road, Midland. See some of the best mountain films of the year featuring the people who live, play and enjoy those areas. Tickets are $18 for adults with 20 percent discount for CNC members.

April 14-16, 20-23
These Shining Lives, which chronicles the compelling true story of the young women who painted the faces of luminous watches with radioactive paint in the 1920s and 1930, will be performed on several dates at the Midland Center for the Arts. All shows are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. except Sunday shows, which will be at 3 p.m. Tickets.

Saturday, April 15
Music and Art! featuring Empty Pockets band is set from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Dow Diamond. A painted canvas created during the concert will be auctioned. Appetizers and cash bar available. The event is hosted by Wixom Lake Association. Tickets are $35 for association members and $40 for non-members. Wixomlakeassociation.org

Nature Center, 1 – 2:30 PM, children will discover living and extinct Ice Age mammals that have called Michigan Home. Participants will explore the trails for clues to help them learn how mastodons, mammoths, and opossums adapted to the harsh Ice Age environment. Meet at the Visitor Center in Midland. This program is designed for ages 5+, under 18 w/adult.

SUGAR Ukulele group jams from 10:30 am- noon. Johnny Hunt plays fun-time ukulele songs from noon-1:30 pm. Jason Shaw plays acoustic favorites from 5-7 pm. Jacob Wisenbach and the Jazz Beets play classic jazz from 8-10 pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

Grove Music Festival presents Midland native Craig Trompeter and Brandon Acker in concert at 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 405 N. Saginaw Road. The artists will perform a program of French Baroque music by Marin Marais and Robert de Visee on instruments of the period including viola da gamba and theorbo. Tickets are available at the door for $10.

Sunday, April 16
Going Geocaching. Beginners and experts alike are invited to stop by Chippewa Nature Center’s Visitor Center anytime between 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. to begin their adventure in search of geocaches. Geocaches are small containers hidden in nature that can be found using GPS units and the coordinates that CNC providesThis program is designed for all ages, under 18 w/adult.

The Extra Credit Club: a showcase for local music educators and their students 2-4 pm. Stumbl (a collaboration of members from Streetphish and Coleman Road) plays rock and roll from 5-7 pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.
Monday, April 17

Bingo Days is set for 11 a.m. to noon at Greater Midland Community Center. Play for fun and prizes. Snacks, drinks available for purchase 15 minutes before play. Free for members and $5 for non-members For more information, contact Amanda Ewald at aewald@greatermidland.org or 989-832-7937 ext. 2270.

Tuesday, April 18
Midland High graduate Dr. Marcia J. Rieke, a principal investigator for the most powerful telescope ever launched into space — the near-infrared camera (NIRCam) on the James Webb Space Telescope, will speak at 7:30 p.m. at the Midland Center for the Arts. The telescope, launched by NASA in December of 2021, is essential to examining the formation of stars and galaxies. Tickets.

Wednesday, April 19
Lunch & Learn: Smart Tech Use, preventing pain through ergonomics, is set for noon in the 50+Center at Greater Midland Community Center. The program is free. Reservations are requested one week in advance by calling 989-832-7937.

Thursday, April 20
48th annual Rotary Pancake Supper and Fundraiser is set for 4 to 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria of H.H. Dow High School, 3901 N. Saginaw Road, Midland. All you can eat pancakes sausage, applesauce, butter & syrup, milk and coffee. Take-out available. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children 12 and younger.

Ryan and Mr. E play the Blues from noon-1 pm. Tim Pajk plays acoustic favorites from 5-7 pm. The Fabulous Mr. E’s Piano Lounge from 8-10 pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

April 21-22
Sanford Antique Mall Parking Lot Flea Market, 3102 N. Meridian Road, is set for 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Antiques, food truck and more.

April 21-23
Friends of the Library Book Sale is scheduled for Grace A. Dow Memorial Library in Midland. Hours are 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday (Friends members only); 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday ($5 bag day).

Saturday, April 22
Midland’s Chippewa Nature Center is celebrating Earth Day with a day full of stewardship and conservation activities. Join us for a series of programs such as bat house workshop, invasive species pull, reptile talk, vernal pool citizen science monitoring project. Free for all ages, under 18 w/adult. Information, chippewanaturecenter.org

Cooking Matters for Parents. MSU Extension is teaching a hands-on nutrition program for parents/guardians. Learn about preparing healthy meals, food safety, grocery shopping on a budget, and much more. The classes are April 24 – May 22, 10 a.m. to noon each week. There is no cost. With the help of an MSU Extension Nutrition Instructor, participants will gain the skills and confidence to make healthy, budget-friendly meals at home for their family. Each week participants will receive take-home groceries they can use to practice as a family one of the recipes they learned in class! Classes fill up quickly, call today to reserve your spot, 989-832-6648. Or email salo@msu.edu.

Jolly Hammer and Strings folk group plays from 1-3 pm. Spencer and Brad Corpus play two- man rockabillily and country rock from 5-7 pm. Triple Play brings the party rock from 8-10 pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

Monday, April 23
String Thing Band play acoustic folk and Americana-styled pop from 5-7pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

Thursday, April 27
Stress Less with Mindfulness. MSU Extension will host a live webinar from 1-2 p.m. This session will teach and encourage the use of mindfulness self-care skills to help one feel better and enjoy life more. There is no charge for this webinar, registration closes March 28. To register visit https://bit.ly/3WgKRvm

Ike Beehr plays an acoustic set 5-7pm. The Fabulous Mr. E’s Piano Lounge from 8-10 pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

April 27-30
37th annual Freeland Walleye Tournament, featuring duck races, casino, car show, phish pong tournament, cornhole tournament and beer test with music and more, is scheduled. Information, https://www.freelandwalleyefestival.com/

Friday, April 28
Alice Cooper at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com

Rise Summit 2023: Bridging the Generations is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center, 5121 Bay City Road, Midland. Hosted by Women in Leadership Great Lakes Bay, the event features Meagan Johnson, author, national speaker and humorist. Information, www.wilgreatlakesbay.org/event-4669588

LUX plays covers and orignials from 5-7 pm. Just Folkin’ Witcha plays folk rock from 8-10 pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

April 28-30
AAUW Used Book sale is set for Midland Mall. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, which is bag day. Proceeds fund college scholarships and other educational activities.

Saturday, April 29
Martin & Lewis Tribute at 7p.m. at State Theater, 913 Washington Ave. in Bay City. Tickets.

To support efforts of the National MS Society, Midland will be again hosting the 27th annual Walk MS event starting at 9 a.m. at Midland High School. To participate in this event, by walking or volunteering or making a donation, go to the WalkMS.org website or the event Facebook page: Walk MS – Midland. There are 1 mile and 3 mile walk routes plus food, live music, a silent auction, and fun. Proceeds enable the MS Society to empower people affected by MS to live their best lives as we work for a cure.

John Louis Good plays rockabilly from 5-7 pm. Bryan Rombalski and Three Worlds plays world fusion jazz from 8-10pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

Sunday, April 30
D Jam Featuring Roland Wallace plays jazz and blues from 5-7pm. Mi Element Grains and Grounds, 3124 Jefferson Ave, 989-486-9392.

Tuesday, May 2
American rapper, singer, songwriter Lecrae is set for 7 p.m. The Dow Event Center, 303 Johnston St., Saginaw. Tickets, doweventcenter.com

Thursday, May 4
Casting Crowns is set for 7 p.m. The Dow Event Center, 303 Johnston St., Saginaw. Tickets, doweventcenter.com

First Nations Mi’kmaq performer Morgan Toney, a 22-year-old fiddler and singer from Wagmatcook, Nova Scotia , who was an instant sensation at the Celtic Colours Festival 2020. He will perform at 7:30 in the Auditorium of the Midland Center for the Arts. Tickets.

Friday, May 5
Chicago at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com

Band Roulette returns to State Theater in Bay City with a spinoff: performing a classic album in its entirety start to finish. The crew will tackle Van Halen’s debut album featuring the classics Runnin’ With The Devil, Eruption, You Really Got Me, Jamie’s Cryin’, and many more. Proceeds to benefit music education in the Great Lakes Bay region. Showtime is 7 p.m. Tickets.

May 5-6
The Men of Music are back at it again for their annual spring show scheduled for 7 p.m. May 5 and 2 and 7 p.m. May 6 at the Midland Center for the Arts. As always, the guys combine jokes and fun bits with their sensational sound. Tickets.

Saturday, May 6
Bobby Pulido with Gary Hobbs at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com

Self-Guided Saturdays is set for 11 to 1 p.m. at Dow Gardens. Step into the world of Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow on a tour The Pines, a National Historic Landmark. The home is filled with treasures, collected by the Dow family, and trained docents will share the stories that make these artifacts come to life. You’ll visit the music room with its casket-style music box. View Herbert’s favorite chair next to a traditional inglenook fireplace. You’ll see books read by the Dow children and clothing worn by Grace A. Dow, herself. Limited space, reservations recommended. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour. Adults $5 plus admission. Children $3 plus admission. Children younger than 5 free.

Wednesday, May 10
Lunch & Learn: Pain-free Garden Work is set for noon in the 50+Center at Greater Midland Community Center. The program is free. Reservations are requested one week in advance by calling 989-832-7937.

Saturday, May 13
Elvis Tribute Artist Jake Slater with special guest Nicole King singing Jewel hits in concert at 7 p.m. at State Theater, 913 Washington Ave. in Bay City. Tickets.

Youth Eagles Flights are scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon, weather permitting, at Jack Barstow Municipal Airport in Midland. YE is a program that provides free airplane flights for youth aged 8-17. These flights typically last about 10-20 minutes in length. Registration is required. Hosted by Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1093. Register at youngeaglesday.org

Friday, May 19
Country’s Tyler Braden is set for 7 p.m. The Dow Event Center, 303 Johnston St., Saginaw. Tickets, doweventcenter.com
Saturday, May 20

Ken Jeong at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com

Foster Fest 2023, a free festival featuring the live music of Austin French and local talent, is scheduled for 1 to 6 p.m. in Auburn Park in Auburn. Admission is free but donations accepted to help raise awareness for the fostering community. Presented by Foster Families Navigation and Resource Center.

Monday, May 22
A Senior Pancake Breakfast is set for 11 a.m. at Greater Midland Community Center. Cost is $3 for members, $5 for non-members; pay in cash only on the day of the event. Register a spot at least a week in advance. Breakfast will be canceled if Midland Public Schools closes due to weather. For more information, contact Amanda Ewald at aewald@greatermidland.org or 989-832-7937 ext. 2270.

Friday, May 26
Godsmack at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com

Saturday, May 27
Jelly Roll and Willie Nelson & Family at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com

Saturday, June 3
The Dows in Their Own Words: Meet at the 1899 Pines Home in Dow Gardens from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., as excerpts from family letters are read and shine a spotlight on life, for the Dow family, at the turn of the century. Participants will progress through this National Historic Landmark with readings along the way. Admission is $5 per person plus admission. Registration is recommended.

June 3-4
Summer Art Fair is set for downtown Midland.

Wednesday, June 7
Bay City Concert Band will play at 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free.

Friday, June 9
Stone Street Rivival will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, June 10
Leave Those Kids Alone will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Kids Fishing Day begins at 10 a.m. at Stratford Woods Park, 3922 E. Ashman St., Midland. All fishing license fees in Michigan will be waived for June 10-11. Free admission; food trucks on site. Reservations recommended.

9th annual Mount Pleasant Craft Beer Fetsival begins at 4 p.m. in downtown Mount Pleasant.

June 10-11
Annual Riverside Art Festival is scheduled in downtown Bay City.

Wednesday, June 14
Lunch & Learn: Avoiding Injury, tennis, pickleball and racquetball, is set for noon in the 50+Center at Greater Midland Community Center. The program is free. Reservations are requested one week in advance by calling 989-832-7937.

Traveling Milburys: A Wilburys Tribute is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Thursday, June 15
Brooks & Dunn with Scotty McCreery at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com

June 15-17
Bay City Country Music Fest each day at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City. Headers are Jimmie Allen, Mitchell Tenpenny, Nelly and more. Tickets.

Friday, June 16
Hatchwing Rider will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, June 17
Roots Vibrations will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Tuesday, July 18
Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles at Jolt Credit Union Event Park, 300 Johnson St., Saginaw (across from Dow Event Center.) Ticketmaster.

Monday, June 19
Bingo Days is set for 11 a.m. to noon at Greater Midland Community Center. Play for fun and prizes. Snacks, drinks available for purchase 15 minutes before play. Free for members and $5 for non-members For more information, contact Amanda Ewald at aewald@greatermidland.org or 989-832-7937 ext. 2270.

Wednesday, June 21
Shakedown: The Bob Seger Experience is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Friday, June 23
James Taylor & His All-Star Band at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com
Coleman Road will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, June 24
Rebel Line will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

June 29-30, July 1
Bay City Fireworks are scheduled each night in Bay City.

Friday, June 30
Fire House is scheduled in concert in the Wenona Band Shell at Wenona Park in Bay City. The event, scheduled from 5 to 10 p.m, is presented by Bay City Fireworks Festival. Tickets, evertix.io

Soul Xpress will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, July 1
Gutbucket will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Wednesday, July 5
Simply Queen is set 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Friday, July 7
Gabby Barrett & Ashley McBryde in concert at 7 p.m. in Wenonah Park in Bay City as part of the Rockin’ the River concert series. Tickets, etix.com

Midland Saxophone Quartet will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, July 8
Styx in concert at 7 p.m. in Wenonah Park in Bay City as part of the Rockin’ the River concert series. Tickets, etix.com

Miranda and the M80s will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Wednesday, July 12

The Gambler Returns: A Kenny Rogers Tribute, is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Friday, July 14
The Sinclair Band will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, July 15
Viva Rex will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Wednesday, July 19
Sunset Blvd: Rock Music of the 1980s is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Friday, July 21
.38 Special in concert at 7 p.m. in Wenonah Park in Bay City as part of the Rockin’ the River concert series. Tickets, etix.com

Michele Spitz tribute to Linda Ronstadt and Country Show will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, July 22
Here Comes the Mummies in concert at 7 p.m. in Wenonah Park in Bay City as part of the Rockin’ the River concert series. Tickets, etix.com

23 North will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Monday, July 24
A Senior Pancake Breakfast is set for 11 a.m. at Greater Midland Community Center. Cost is $3 for members, $5 for non-members; pay in cash only on the day of the event. Register a spot at least a week in advance. Breakfast will be canceled if Midland Public Schools closes due to weather. For more information, contact Amanda Ewald at aewald@greatermidland.org or 989-832-7937 ext. 2270.

Wednesday, July 26
The Insiders: A Tom Petty Tribute is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Friday, July 28
Empty Pockets will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, July 29
Todd Michael & the Ghost Town Marshalls will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Wednesday, Aug. 2
Listen to the Music: A Doobie Brothers Tribute is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Friday Aug. 3
Kane Brown with Chris Lane and Restless Road at 8 p.m., Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. Tickets, soaringeaglecasino.com
Friday, Aug. 4

Riot V in concert at 7 p.m. in Wenonah Park in Bay City as part of the Rockin’ the River concert series. Tickets, etix.com

River Days After Party with Stone Street Rivival will play at 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, Aug. 5
Larry McCray’s Blues Festival in concert at 7 p.m. in Wenonah Park in Bay City as part of the Rockin’ the River concert series. Tickets, etix.com

Jim Pagel Jazz will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Wednesday, Aug. 9
Van Halen Invasion is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Friday, Aug. 11
Detroit Social Blues Club Band will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Aug. 11-12
Saginaw Art Fair is scheduled on Ojibway Island Park in Saginaw.

Saturday, Aug. 12
Youth Eagles Flights are scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon, weather permitting, at Jack Barstow Municipal Airport in Midland. YE is a program that provides free airplane flights for youth aged 8-17. These flights typically last about 10-20 minutes in length. Registration is required. Hosted by Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1093. Register at youngeaglesday.org

Chick and the Boomers will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Aug. 13-19
Midland County Fair is scheduled at the Midland County Fairgrounds.

Wednesday, Aug. 16
Chicago Transit is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Friday, Aug. 18
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts in concert at 7 p.m. in Wenonah Park in Bay City as part of the Rockin’ the River concert series. Tickets, etix.com
Monday, Aug. 21

Bingo Days is set for 11 a.m. to noon at Greater Midland Community Center. Play for fun and prizes. Snacks, drinks available for purchase 15 minutes before play. Free for members and $5 for non-members. For more information, contact Amanda Ewald at aewald@greatermidland.org or 989-832-7937 ext. 2270.

JP and the Energy will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, Aug. 19
Nameless will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Wednesday, Aug. 23
Epic Eagles is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

Thursday, Aug. 24
Kip Moore and Damn Love in concert at Jolt Credit Union Event Park, 300 Johnson St., Saginaw, across from Dow Event Center. Ticketmaster
Friday, Aug. 25

Brett Mitchell & the Mitchfits will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Saturday, Aug. 26
Paul Young, Tommy Tutone and Rick Springfield in concert at 7 p.m. in Wenonah Park in Bay City as part of the Rockin’ the River concert series. Tickets, etix.com

Kari Lynch Band will play from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Midland as part of The Common Live Music Series.

Wednesday, Aug. 30
Abbamania is set for 7 p.m. at Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City as part of the Wednesdays in the Park Summer Concert Series. Free. Rain site is State Theatre in downtown Bay City.

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