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Have a night out while doing good at a drive-in movie event in support of the development of an inclusive playground in Clinton Township. The evening features family-friendly games, music and showing of Disney's Aladdin featuring Will Smith as the genie. Food and frozen treats will be available for...
The DNR Outdoor Adventure Center is reopening inside activities with a celebration. Adventure Days activities will include time in the new Critter Room, unveiling of a new donor wall, as well as fun events inside and out. A schedule will be announced soon. July 16 is a free admission day...
During the festival, attendees will attempt to set a world record for most consecutive postcards in a line by signing Viewspire’s Hug Buddy postcards (subsequently donating them to local schools, hospitals and the US Armed Forces). The day also will feature activities such as yoga, color run and group...
Whether you’re new to the program and would like more information, or already tracking your books and want to celebrate, register for this summer’s virtual party with stories, songs and dancing. Participants who have reached 1,000 books will be recognized at this event.
Event Cost: Free
Event Times: 10:30, online registration...
Join Master Gardener Roxanne Plater to learn which butterflies are commonly seen locally such as the Monarch, Swallowtails (Eastern Black, Tiger, and maybe Spicebush), Painted Lady, and Cabbage White. She will also include an overview of the butterfly life cycle and what the eggs, caterpillars and chrysalises look like....
Celebrate this year's parade theme, "America the Beautiful," surrounded by bands, floats, mascots, antique cars and more. Be sure to discover the best spots before July 5 to get the best view along the new route. Due to COVID-19, the parade has downsized this year to a maximum of...
See some local talents at these outdoor concerts on Wednesday evenings in the summer. Bring your own chair, blanket and picnic meal.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 29-Aug. 3, 2022
Wednesday, June 29: Gene Dunlap Featuring Millie Scott
Wednesday, July 6: Nicky T and the Snake Charmers
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