December's Family Fun Guide
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Created by Great Lakes Bay Parents - Informing parents since 2012! |
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BAY-ARENAC GREAT START PARENT COLLABORATIVE |
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PRESCHOOL & CHILD CARE NEEDS |
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GREAT START TO QUALITY RESOURCE CENTER |
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"Most young children in Michigan are in licensed programs, for children ages 0-12, so it is important for these experiences to be the very best. Quality licensed programs, for children ages 0-12, help children learn, grow and develop."
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The KIDS CALENDAR includes local BUSINESSES offering for both in-person and virtual programming.
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2021 Family Holiday Guide
Includes:
- Holiday events in Bay, Isabella, Midland, and Saginaw County.
- Santa Houses
- Christmas Tree Farm Directory
- Light Show
- Shopping Locally
- Holiday STEM Guide
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Santa’s Shopping Locally
for STEM Holiday Gifts – 2021
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Physical activity & its impact on mental health and Substance Use
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DECEMBER: The Nate & MaryIda Doan Santa House, Bay City
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DECEMBER: Standish Santa House, Standish
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DECEMBER - WEDNESDAYS: Standish Library, Standish |
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DECEMBER 4: Au Gres-Sims School to Riverfront Campground, Au Gres
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DECEMBER 4: Downtown Auburn |
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5th Annual Christmas Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting
WHERE: Midland Rd., Auburn
WHEN: December 4 at 6 pm
COST: FREE
Join us for the 5th Annual Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting!! The parade will begin at 6:00pm starting from Western HS ending at the Auburn Park located on 9mile off of US 10. Tree Lighting will take place immediately following the parade.
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DECEMBER 4: Christa McAuliffe Middle School, Bay City |
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DECEMBER 4: Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, Saginaw |
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WHERE: Saginaw Valley State University, 7400 Bay Road, Saginaw
WHEN: Saturday, December 4 at 1:00 – 4:00 PM
COST: Free
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DECEMBER 5: Shaw Park, Bay City |
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DECEMBER 5, 12 & 19: State Theatre, Bay City |
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All showings start at 1:00pm, doors open at 12:00pm for seating.
No ticket needed: Free with Food or Cash Donation to Benefit Safe Harbor Kitchen
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DECEMBER 7, 14 & 21: Online - Bay County Library System |
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Preschool Book Club
WHERE: Online
WHEN: December 7, 14 and 21 at 10 am
COST: FREE
Join us live on Zoom to read, sing, talk, and play! Each family will receive a free book to keep for each week. Ages: 2-5 + adult
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DECEMBER 10: Online - Bay County Library System |
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Young Scientists: Snow Fun
WHERE: Online
WHEN: December 10 at 11 am
COST: FREE
Fun scientific exploration through craft guided by a librarian on Zoom.
Supplies will be provided and ready for pick up two weeks before the program.
Ages: 2-5 + adult
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DECEMBER 11: Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, Saginaw |
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Beyond the Book: Children’s Story Time & Art Activity!
WHERE: Saginaw Valley State University, 7400 Bay Road, Saginaw
WHEN: Saturday, December 11 at 1 - 2:30pm
COST: FREE
Children are invited to gather for a book reading and art activity with Bay City teacher, Brandy Wilk! Each child will receive a free copy of the selected book.
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DECEMBER 11: State Theater, Bay City |
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DECEMBER 11: The Standish Historical Depot Welcome Center, Standish
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Santa Train 2021
WHERE: 107 N Main St Standish
WHEN: December 11 at 6:15 - 7:45 pm
COST: FREE
The train will arrive with Santa and Mrs Claus. It will be parked at the Depot from 6:15 - 7:45 for all to see. Lots of things to see and goodie bags for the little ones.
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DECEMBER 12: Trombley/Centre House, Bay City
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Holiday Open House
WHERE: 901 John F Kennedy Dr, Bay City
WHEN: December 12 at 2 - 5 pm
COST: FREE
Be sure and plan to visit the historic house as it is decorated for the holidays!
Visit the parlor where the family entertained their guests and view old-fashioned dolls and toys, see the dining room where boarders once shared a meal, peer into the 1880s kitchen and smell the aroma of food prepared on a wood stove.
Children will have a chance to make crafts, old-fashioned tree ornaments and color a Christmas picture. Plus hot chocolate and cookies for all!
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DECEMBER 17: Online - Bay County Library System |
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A is for Art: Paper Snow Globe
WHERE: Online
WHEN: December 17 at 10:30am
COST: FREE
Practice fine motor skills using pom-poms and clothespins to make this fun winter craft!
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. All supplies will be provided to registered children.
Ages: 2-5 + adult
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DECEMBER 17 - JANUARY 5: Online - MSU Extension
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DECEMBER 18: Dow Bay Area Family YMCA, Bay City
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DECEMBER 18: Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, Saginaw |
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WHERE: Saginaw Valley State University, 7400 Bay Road, Saginaw
WHEN: Saturday, December 18 at 1:00 – 4:00 PM
COST: Free
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DECEMBER 30: Mid-Michigan Children's Museum, Saginaw |
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SAVE THE DATE
FEBRUARY 19, 10 am - 2 pm
@ Bay City Town Center
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PARENTING EVENTS & RESOURCES |
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Bay County Toys for Tots is now accepting applications until December 7th 2021.
You may apply Monday - Friday 10:00am till 3:00pm at the United Way building (second floor) 909 Washington Ave. Bay City.
Items you will need to bring with you:
- Driver’s License or State ID
- DHS Case Action Letter
- Children’s Birth Certificate or shot records
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MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES |
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BAY COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM |
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DOW BAY AREA FAMILY YMCA - FOOD PROGRAM |
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Nemcsa Early Head Start Bay County helps build the foundation for school readiness by supporting close, positive relationships with parents, caregivers, extended family, and community. They offer no-cost full-year services to children birth to three, pregnant women and their families.
For more information contact Jessica by phone (989)464-0172 or by email at EichmanJ@nemcsca.org.
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BAY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT |
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The Bay County Health Department (BCHD) is hosting many vaccine clinics. Appointments are available and walk-ups/drop-ins are welcome during every clinic listed above.
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DO YOU NEED HELP PAYING YOUR BILLS? |
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Consumers Energy
Visit the Consumer Energy website to learn about how they can assist you with paying your energy bill.
Learn about:
- Consumers Affordable Resource for Energy (CARE)
- Public Assistance Programs
- Payment Plans
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Stay CONNECTED by texting @F93AKK to 81010 |
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