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Chippewa Valley Audubon Club Program
2024-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | Veterans Memorial Library, 301 S University Ave, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Improving Birdwatching Skills!
Long term birder and a past winner of Michigan Nature Association’s photo contests, Greg Bodker will discuss how to improve your birding skills and the differences between the bird feeder and birding in the field. Personal benefits of birding, stories of birding and the excitement of bird chases will be included!

Fridays at the Racetrack
2024-09-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Mt. Pleasant Speedway, 4658 E. River Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Enjoy racing at the Mt. Pleasant Speedway every Friday night throughout the summer! Full show includes Modifieds, Pro Stocks, Street Stocks, Rear wheel drive cylinders, and Mini Wedges.

Into the Light Cancer Awareness Walk
2024-09-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
Community Cancer Services supports Isabella County residents with costs related to cancer care such as mileage and lodging support while traveling for treatment. Walk in Memory or Honor of a Loved One, Walk as a Survivor, Walk because you can. Event includes a survivor celebration at, followed by a memorial walk, Entertainment, Food, Raffles. You can also purchase a Luminary to light the path.

CREATE, MAKE & TAKE CRAFT
2024-08-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Shepherd Community Library, 257 W Wright Ave, Shepherd, MI, 48883, United States
Join us for after-school crafting fun!

MINECRAFT AND CRAFT NIGHT
2024-08-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Veterans Memorial Library, 301 S University Ave, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Do you love the world of Minecraft and want to play with your friends? Or you’d rather chill and create art in real life. Either way, there is a place for you at Minecraft and Craft Night! Join us at the library, where we’ll provide craft activities and/or an opportunity to join our Minecraft server for creative gaming.
Computers and user accounts are limited and will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Parents must be in attendance for the entirety of this program.

Creating Hope Through Action - Suicide Awareness Ride
2024-08-17 08:30 - 17:00 | Winn United Methodist Church, 8187 S Winn Rd, Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
5 stops, Poker Run, 50/50, and shirts available
Registration at 0830Kickstands up at 1000
Winn (start)Hero CenterColeman, PLUS lunch at the Coleman VFW!Clare VA CBOCSoaring Eagle Casino (last stop)
Donation of $20 Per Driver; $5 PassengersPassengers under 10 are FREE!
There will be previous years shirts for a cost of donation.
Included is a dinner buffet and free play from Soaring Eagle Casino at the last stop.

Find more information through their Facebook Event Page!

Run For Recovery
2024-08-17 08:30 - 12:00 | Island Park, 331 N Main St, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States

Music in the Park!
2024-08-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Island Park, 331 N Main St, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Luke Winslow King – Mississippi Delta Blues, Roots Rock ‘N Roll

Cocktails, Clicks & Connections
2024-08-15 17:00 - 19:00 | PohlCat Golf Course, 6595 E Airport Rd, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States

Art Walk Central: Judges Roundtable
2024-08-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Art Reach of Mid Michigan, 111 E Broadway St, Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
The 2024 Art Walk Central Judges Roundtable will be held 6 pm Friday, August 9, 2024, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in downtown Mt Pleasant. The Judges Roundtable will also be available via Facebook Live!
The jurors will discuss their top 5 adult, top 5 teen, and top five youth selections for Art Walk Central 2024. Jurors are Leslie Donaldson, Director of the Kirk Newman Art School at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, and Joey Quiñones, Artist-in-Residence/Head of the Fiber Department at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, MI.

Shepherd Community Block Party
2024-08-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Shepherd, 2nd Street, Shepherd, Michigan, 48883
A Formally Farm to Table Dinner – on 2nd street, in front of the Post Office!
There will be appetizers, live music, and a silent auction starting at 6PM. Dinner, door prizes, and dessert will start at 6:30PM. Tickets are $30 for general admission and $40 for VIP. Tickets may be purchased at VanEffen’s Corner Deli and Market or the Shepherd Bar.
All proceeds go to the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry!

Music in the Park!
2024-08-08 17:30 - 19:30 | Island Park, 331 N Main St, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Wyatt & Shari Knapp – Americana, Roots, Classics

Art Walk Central: Artists Battle
2024-08-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Art Reach of Mid Michigan, 111 E Broadway St, Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
Art Reach is hosting Artists Battle 2024 from 11 am-1 pm on Sunday, August 4, on Broadway in downtown Mt. Pleasant.
Artists will have two hours to complete a work of art from start to finish. The contest is open to all ages and media. Contestants will be divided into three categories: Youth (12 & under), Teen (13-19), and Adults (20+). This is a juried contest with one winner from each category. Winners will be announced at approximately 1:30 pm.
A cash prize of $750 will be awarded to the Adult Winner. A cash prize of $500 will be awarded to the Teen Winner. A cash prize of $250 will be awarded to the Youth Winner.
The artist must provide all supplies. Artists are expected to bring a table/chair/tent if desired. Electricity is not readily available; arrangements should be made, by the artist, ahead of time if electricity is required. Registration fee is $10 for Adults and Teens and $5 for Youth. After 5 pm, Thursday, August 1 registration fees double.
All participants receive free admission to Mikeyy Austin keynote at 7 pm on Saturday, August 3 (includes light refreshments)—Additional guests are $15/adult & $5/teens/youth.
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This event is sponsored by the Mt. Pleasant Area Convention and Visitors Bureau through Destination Development.

Art Walk Central: Mikeyy Austin - Keynote Speaker
2024-08-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Veterans Memorial Library, 301 S University Ave, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Keynote Speaker Mikeyy Austin will present “Transforming Spaces: The Power of Arts and Culture in Community Revitalization” from 7 to 9 pm Saturday, August 3, 2024, in the Veterans Memorial Library Annex Room
Explore how arts and culture serve as catalysts for community transformation and placemaking. This keynote will delve into the strategies and successes of integrating creative initiatives to foster inclusive, vibrant, and resilient communities. Drawing on real-world examples and partnerships, we’ll uncover how the arts can bridge cultural divides, stimulate local economies, and enhance the quality of life for all residents.
Free appetizers. Free for: Kids Market kids and 1 adult, Artists Battle artists and AWC artists. $10 for others to attend (payable at the door).

Art Walk Central: Kids Art Market
2024-08-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Art Reach of Mid Michigan, 111 E Broadway St, Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
Kids Art Market will take place between 2-5 pm Saturday August 3, 2024, on Broadway between Main & University in downtown Mt. Pleasant. Activities include button maker from CRDL, screen printing, tie dying, face painting, kids music performances, kids crafts, character circulating, interactive window painting, and more. Featuring The Patty Wagon Food Truck.

Art Walk Central: Chalk the Walk
2024-08-03 10:00 - 2024-08-04 13:00 | Art Reach of Mid Michigan, 111 E Broadway St, Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
Artists may begin chalking at 10 am Saturday with judging to take place at 1 pm on Sunday. Winners will be announced at 1:30 pm along with Artists Battle winners. Free to participate. No registration required.

Music in the Park!
2024-08-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Island Park, 331 N Main St, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
The Real Ingredients – Acoustic Rock Duo

Community Summer Splash Event
2024-07-31 12:00 - 19:00 | Shamrock Park, 221 Wilcox Parkway, Clare, MI, 48617, United States

Cornhole Tournament: Shepherd VFW Post 8215
2024-07-27 13:30 - 17:00 | Shepherd VFW Post 8215, 8970 S Shepherd Rd, Shepherd, MI, 48883, United States

Music in the Park!
2024-07-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Island Park, 331 N Main St, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Monte Pride – Vintage Jazz, Classic Country, Americana Folk

ISABELLA COUNTY YOUTH & FARM FAIR: Livestock Auction
2024-07-25 17:00 - 23:00 | Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
Inside the Livestock Pavilion!
SALE ORDER: Beef, Feeders, Milk, Swine & Sheep

West Midland Family Center's 50th Golden Celebration
2024-07-25 16:00 - 20:00 | West Midland Family Center, 4011 W. Isabella Rd., Shepherd, Michigan, 48883
West Midland Family Center is celebrating 50 years of serving the community, and they would like YOU to join them!
There be will live music, dinner, family activities and games, all on them! The pool will also be open, so bring a swimsuit and towel.
WMFC is a smoke, vape, and alcohol-free campus.

ISABELLA COUNTY YOUTH & FARM FAIR: Small Animal Auction
2024-07-24 18:30 - 22:00 | Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
Inside the Small Animal Barn!

16th Annual Hometown Showdown
2024-07-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mount Pleasant, Michigan, 48858
The 16th Annual Hometown Showdown is upon us… Monday July 22nd, 7PM at the Isabella County Fair Grandstand!
My 104.3 and Buck 92 have a lineup of 10 amazing performers ready to showcase their talents!
Come cheer them on in this FREE show!

DYSUN 2024
2024-07-19 - 2024-07-20 | Treetops Resort, 3962 Wilkinson Rd., Gaylord, Michigan, 49735
Bringing awareness to distracted driving.

Music in the Park!
2024-07-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Island Park, 331 N Main St, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Native Fireball – Popular Covers from the 70s to Today

Weidman Sawmill Days
2024-07-12 - 2024-07-14 | Weidman, Weidman, MI, 48893, United States

Music in the Park!
2024-07-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Island Park, 331 N Main St, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
The Bootstrap Boys – 90 Proof Country Music

FitFest 2024: Health and Wellness Expo
2024-07-06 12:00 - 16:00 | DB InnerFit, 35409 Jefferson Ave, Harrison Township, Michigan, 48045
DB InnerFit is a local fitness gym dedicated to the “Fit Mind Fit Body” philosophy and excited to host their first-ever health and wellness expo, FitFest 2024! This exciting one-day event is designed to connect everyone who cares about their health and wellness – from fitness enthusiasts to families looking for fun and healthy activities – with innovative businesses.

4th of July CLOSURE: I-Ride
2024-07-04 | I-Ride, 2100 Transportation Drive, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
I-Ride will be closed Thursday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
Regular bus service will resume Friday, July 5th with phone lines opening at 5:30am.
Please note the business office will be closed both July 4th and July 5th.
