The Stanton Guard was organized in Detroit during the Civil War and convened in May 1862 to serve as guards over three Confederate sympathizers from Nashville, General William G. Harding, Washington Barrow and Judge Joseph C. Guild, who were sent as prisoners to the fort on Mackinac Island. Come hear...
Help support our Richmond VFW Post by attending the Meat Bingo Fundraiser. Just like it sounds, play bingo to win freezer beef meat packages and/or one-fourth of a cow. Your $20 admission covers your tickets and a meal. There will also be raffle prizes, basket of cheer, and a 50/50...
Before we knew Fort Gratiot as Michigan's oldest lighthouse, it was a military stockade fort guarding the mouth of the St. Clair River. Listen to stories about all things Gratiot as only historian Andrew Kercher can tell them. The Fort's namesake, Charles Gratiot, took part in the attack of the...
Your imaginative, unconventional scavenger search starts at a location that is well-liked by the locals. Your live, interactive remote host will provide you with your digital adventure. After that, you'll go off on your own to explore the town's many well-chosen spots. As you interpret imaginative jobs, take on absurd...
Scrabble is the name of the game on Mondays in Algonac. Join adults of all skill levels who gather every Monday afternoon for a fun and relaxing game of Scrabble with friends and new friends.
Come see abundant tales of crime, scandal, covert schemes, and heinous murders, we'll explore some of Port Huron's more turbulent and sinister past! All taken from local history books! With stops across the city, this tour lasts about one and a half hours. Every tour has a distinct theme and...
The dates of Art Birmingham are set for May 10–11, 2025. Numerous juried artists from a variety of disciplines will exhibit and sell their exquisite art and craft there. There will be food trucks, a tent with kid-friendly creative activities, entertainment, and more. Hours: Sat. 10 am–6 pm, Sun. 10...
For a night of professional wrestling entertainment, the KAOS Wrestling athletes are returning to Lakeport, Michigan!
The dates of Art Birmingham are set for May 10–11, 2025. Numerous juried artists from a variety of disciplines will exhibit and sell their exquisite art and craft there. There will be food trucks, a tent with kid-friendly creative activities, entertainment, and more. Hours: Sat. 10 am–6 pm, Sun. 10...
Oooooh, this sounds so good! Bring Mom to Maniaci's for a Mother's Day taste bud extravaganza - Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar ($15 each) and a Grazing Table ($10 per person). Live music will serenade you as you savor each sip and bite. Please call the Richmond Flower Shop at...
Bring the family and enjoy a screening of Wicked at the Aitkin Library. Learn how Elphaba, a young woman ridiculed for her green skin, and Galinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. All ages will enjoy this fantasy musical.
Do you remember the classic folk and pop music of the New Christy Minstrels? Step back in time with Gary Brandt and Jackie Davidson, a former NCM herself, as they present a pleasing and uplifting evening of music.
With Remember Us? Forgotten Presidents, our local historian and lecturer, Andrew Kercher, presents an informative and entertaining discussion of the U.S. Presidents who didn't always make the daily headlines. How's your knowledge of Millard Fillmore, John Tyler or Chester Arthur (that's him in the thumbnail)? Learn the facts about these...
Do you remember the classic folk and pop music of the New Christy Minstrels? Step back in time with Michigan singer/songwriter Gary Brandt and Jackie Davidson, a former NCM herself, as they present a pleasing and uplifting evening of classic and original folk songs and music. Please pre-register.
Bring your enthusiasm for cooking and meet new friends at the Cookbook Club in Algonac. Once a month you can meet with skilled and not-so-skilled cooks to swap recipes, discuss a new cookbook and sample tasty dishes. All skill levels are welcome. Bring the recipe for your favorite dish along...
As you sit and watch old episodes of Bat Masterson or The Lone Ranger, do you ever wonder if there really were middle-of-the-street shootouts? Was someone really known as the fastest gun in the west? Attend this presentation and find out about the REAL American West versus a Hollywood director's...
The Almont District Library is proud to present Nibbles, Novels & Novelties this weekend. Nibbles provided by Happy Camper Ice Cream, Cloud Candy and The Polish Eagle Cafe. Novels include used books of all sorts priced from $.50 to $1.00. Novelties will be presented to you by our 25+ craft and baked...
Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown is a day to explore your own 'backyard' and visit the shops, parks and eateries in your own community. Several local businesses will have specials. Whether you choose a new place for brunch or stick with your tried-and-true, there's something for everyone to...
Don't miss the ONLY appearance in Michigan of Big Bounce America! Spanning over 16,000 square feet, this traveling inflatable playground features multiple extraordinary bounce houses (including the world's largest), slides, basketball hoops, climbing towers, and cool confetti blasts. This attraction is for everyone - kids, teens and adults. Not. To....
On May 17, 2025, the Kalamazoo Antique and Collectible Toy Show will take place. Visit us to purchase unique gifts for kids from more than 200 dealers across the nation. Western toys, cap guns, battery-operated toys, smith miller and Tonka trucks, steel pedal cars, cast iron banks, Japanese pressed tin...
The Almont District Library is proud to present Nibbles, Novels & Novelties this weekend. Nibbles provided by Happy Camper Ice Cream, Cloud Candy and The Polish Eagle Cafe. Novels include used books of all sorts priced from $.50 to $1.00. Novelties will be presented to you by our 25+ craft and baked...
Looking for a not-your-average car show? At the Wrigley Center in Port Huron you will find a first-class, high-quality show full of gorgeous classic cars and hot rods. You can stroll through rows and rows of hot rods parked both inside and out. Sponsored by Shiny Rust Shows.
Don't miss the ONLY appearance in Michigan of Big Bounce America! Spanning over 16,000 square feet, this traveling inflatable playground features multiple extraordinary bounce houses (including the world's largest), slides, basketball hoops, climbing towers, and cool confetti blasts. This attraction is for everyone - kids, teens and adults. Not. To....
Adults who like Scrabble can play weekly at the Algonac-Clay Library. All skill levels are welcome to come in every Monday at 1:00pm and relax and have a little fun.
Register your 1st through 5th graders in Tasty Science where they will learn the science behind some of our favorite foods such as bananas and ice cream. They'll have fun while learning. Pre-registration required.
The Straits of Mackinac has incredible stories to tell about its indigenous peoples, fur trading, logging, 19th century battles and so much more. Learn how living on Mackinac Island is an adventure in itself and hear secrets about the Grand Hotel. This is one of historian Andrew Kercher's most popular...
Take a short drive over the Blue Water Bridge to the Hiawatha Horse Park for harness racing thrills. The 2025 season began on May 3rd and continues every Saturday through Sept. 20th. First post time is 6:30pm. Whether you like to place a bet or just enjoy a hot dog...
Don't miss the ONLY appearance in Michigan of Big Bounce America! Spanning over 16,000 square feet, this traveling inflatable playground features multiple extraordinary bounce houses (including the world's largest), slides, basketball hoops, climbing towers, and cool confetti blasts. This attraction is for everyone - kids, teens and adults. Not. To....
Don't miss the ONLY appearance in Michigan of Big Bounce America! Spanning over 16,000 square feet, this traveling inflatable playground features multiple extraordinary bounce houses (including the world's largest), slides, basketball hoops, climbing towers, and cool confetti blasts. This attraction is for everyone - kids, teens and adults. Not. To....
For summer fun, bring the kids in on the last Tuesday evening of the month to play games on the Library's Nintendo Switch system. There are nine games to choose from while playing solo or with friends and family.
We've heard of the 1871 Great Chicago Fire, but did you know that Michigan experienced its own devastating wildfire at that same time? And then a decade later came the Thumb Fire in September 1881. The ravaging fire claimed 282 lives and destroyed a million acres in less than a...
Presented by Cirque Italia is "Aquatic Spectacular." Since the show uses a specially made water stage that moves from city to city, the name alludes to a distinctive feature beneath the tent. Performers awe the crowd with every motion while dazzling over 35,000 gallons of water on stage. Visitors will...
Center Line's Independence Festival has it all for you and your family. There will be a carnival, food trucks, beer tent, live bands, car cruise, fireworks, raffles, bounce houses, kids activities and much more. See website listed below for complete details and daily festival hours.
Celebrate the McMoran Plaza opening weekend on Friday, May 30 when Los Gringos will be playing on the main stage beginning at 7:00pm. The Y'ALL band plays country hits Saturday 7-10pm. Free for all ages. Bring a lawn chair or blanket if you want to get comfy in the turf...
The dates of the 2025 Traverse City Spring Art and Craft Show are May 31–June 1. There will be food vendors, unique merchants, skilled artisans, fantastic entertainment, and more! Both days, the hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The dates of Pinckney Art in the Park are set for May 31–June 1, 2025. There will be entertainment, sweets, artists from many media, and more at this juried arts show. In a variety of categories, such as clay and pottery, ceramics, digital art, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media,...
The dates of the 2025 Michigan Medieval Faire are May 31–June 1. Travel back in time and commemorate the past. Live entertainment, reenactment, performers, musicians, jesters, magicians, fire breathers, the queen, tournaments, tournaments, treats, and more will all be included. The marketplace offers a wide variety of medieval goods, including...
Presented by Cirque Italia is "Aquatic Spectacular." Since the show uses a specially made water stage that moves from city to city, the name alludes to a distinctive feature beneath the tent. Performers awe the crowd with every motion while dazzling over 35,000 gallons of water on stage. Visitors will...
Center Line's Independence Festival has it all for you and your family. There will be a carnival, food trucks, beer tent, live bands, car cruise, fireworks, raffles, bounce houses, kids activities and much more. See website listed below for complete details and daily festival hours.
On May 31, 2025, the Dowagiac Spring Farm and Artisan Market will take place. Fresh local food, fruits, veggies, eggs, honey, jam, syrup, plants, flowers, baked products, handmade crafts, and much more will be available at this market. There will be live entertainment, delectable food, artist booths selling homemade goods,...
Fireworks at dusk in Centerline's Memorial Park. VanDyke & 10 Mile area. Family-friendly fun. Rain date Sunday, June 1st.
The dates of the 2025 Traverse City Spring Art and Craft Show are May 31–June 1. There will be food vendors, unique merchants, skilled artisans, fantastic entertainment, and more! Both days, the hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The dates of Pinckney Art in the Park are set for May 31–June 1, 2025. There will be entertainment, sweets, artists from many media, and more at this juried arts show. In a variety of categories, such as clay and pottery, ceramics, digital art, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media,...
The dates of the 2025 Michigan Medieval Faire are May 31–June 1. Travel back in time and commemorate the past. Live entertainment, reenactment, performers, musicians, jesters, magicians, fire breathers, the queen, tournaments, tournaments, treats, and more will all be included. The marketplace offers a wide variety of medieval goods, including...
Presented by Cirque Italia is "Aquatic Spectacular." Since the show uses a specially made water stage that moves from city to city, the name alludes to a distinctive feature beneath the tent. Performers awe the crowd with every motion while dazzling over 35,000 gallons of water on stage. Visitors will...
Center Line's Independence Festival has it all for you and your family. There will be a carnival, food trucks, beer tent, live bands, car cruise, fireworks, raffles, bounce houses, kids activities and much more. See website listed below for complete details and daily festival hours.
