Community Calendar

Play in your pajamas! The children's program room will be open for ages 0-5 and their caregiver(s) for an evening of play. This is a great opportunity to connect with each other, play with some different toys, and look at and check out library books.

Recurring every Tuesday and Thursday 6/2-8/27 5:30-6:45pm

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

Play in your pajamas! The children's program room will be open for ages 0-5 and their caregiver(s) for an evening of play. This is a great opportunity to connect with each other, play with some different toys, and look at and check out library books.

Recurring every Tuesday and Thursday 6/2-8/27 5:30-6:45pm

Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while exploring the art of plein air watercolor painting with instructor and Chippewa Watershed Conservancy Artist in Residence awardee Cheryl Meyer. This course offers a unique opportunity to connect with the landscape as we paint in the protected natural areas of the Chippewa Watershed Conservancy preserves. Learn how to capture in watercolors the tranquil Chippewa River and the serene surroundings of Starks Preserve, Audubon Woods, Hiawatha Hills, and Halls Lake Natural Area.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this class will guide you through the fundamentals of plein air painting, including sketching, color mixing, composition, and watercolor techniques. We’ll explore how to work with natural light, the changing weather, and the dynamic environment around us to create stunning, atmospheric pieces of art that reflect the beauty of our local Chippewa watershed preserves.

This course takes place from 9 am-noon on Fridays, June 5-26, at the following four Chippewa Watershed Conservancy preserves in Isabella County. Students may register for individual sessions or select the full four-session course for a discounted rate.

June 5: Starks Preserve

June 12: Audubon Woods

June 19: Bundy Hill

June 26: Halls Lake Natural Area

Note: all painting supplies will be provided. If you have supplies, we suggest one pan watercolor set for outdoors, assorted brushes, & water. All students should bring a camp chair, drinking water, sunblock, and bug spray. Each location will have a short hike into the preserve. Students will meet in the parking area for each preserve. In the event of rain, we may paint from a pop-up tent or reschedule. Determination will be made in the morning of each session.

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

Celebrate Pride in Downtown Saginaw: Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival at the Event Park! 🌈🏳️‍🌈

Our welcoming, inclusive festival unites the LGBTQ2S+ community, allies, friends, and families from across the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond. Enjoy retail vendors, community resource partners, live entertainment, and a children’s activity area—all in one vibrant, family-friendly celebration.

⏰ Saturday, June 27, 2026, 11:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
📍 Jolt Credit Union Event Park, 300 Johnson St, Saginaw, MI 48607

🎟️ Admission is FREE FOR ALL!
🔗 https://www.eventeny.com/events/great-lakes-bay-pride-festival-2026-29404/

❓What to expect?
‣ Family-friendly, outdoor Pride festival; plan accordingly for weather!
‣ Retail vendors and community resource partners
‣ Live entertainment throughout the day
‣ Children’s activity area with fun for all ages

❗ Contact us to stay updated on event details, and share with friends! If you’d like to participate:
‣ Volunteer & Vendor Applications: https://www.eventeny.com/events/great-lakes-bay-pride-festival-2026-29404/

💭 Have questions or need more information? Please contact us at info@greatlakesbaypride.org!

🌈 We can’t wait to see you at the Event Park for a memorable day of unity, celebration, and Pride. Let’s come together to make this our biggest and best festival yet!

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

A Night of Glitz and Glamour: After Party Drag Show! 🪩🪭

Join us for the biggest drag show in the region, welcoming over 400 attendees and showcasing Queens and Kings from across Michigan. This dazzling after-party follows the Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival, so get your crew together and prepare for a magical evening of unforgettable performances!

⏰ Saturday, June 27, 2026
‣ Doors Open & DJ: 7:00 P.M.
‣ Show Starts: 8:00 P.M.
📍 Dow Event Center | Red Room, 303 Johnson St, Saginaw, MI 48607
🎟️ Tickets: Get Tickets & Information Here!
‣ Online: $15 + fees (available until doors open at 7:00 P.M. on 6/27/26)
‣ At the Door: $20 (cash or card accepted)

❓ What to expect?

‣ High-energy performances by talented Drag performers!
‣ A vibrant, inclusive atmosphere for dancing and mingling
‣ The largest drag showcase in the region, so get ready for a thrilling night!
‣ This event is for attendees 18+.
‣ Arrive early for the best vantage points and to enjoy the DJ before the show.
‣ Seating is very limited and available first come, first served basis.

❗ Purchase your tickets online now to lock in the $15 price, and invite your friends for an epic night out!

💭 Have questions or need more information? Please contact us at info@greatlakesbaypride.org!

🌈 Celebrate Pride Month with a show-stopping drag performance you won’t forget. We can’t wait to party with you at the Dow Event Center!

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

Play with the toys on Monday! This is a great opportunity to connect with each other, play with some different toys, and look at and check out library books. Drop-in between 10:00am and 11:30am or stay the whole time.
This program is best for ages 0-5. Siblings and children of all ages are welcome.

Recurring every Monday from 6/1-8/31 10-11:30am.

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

Play in your pajamas! The children's program room will be open for ages 0-5 and their caregiver(s) for an evening of play. This is a great opportunity to connect with each other, play with some different toys, and look at and check out library books.

Recurring every Tuesday and Thursday 6/2-8/27 5:30-6:45pm

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/