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Mayville

Mayville is a village located in Tuscola County, U.S. in the middle of Michigan’s thumb region. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 950. The village was founded in 1865 by Dexter Choat. Mayville is known for its annual Sunflower Festival, which is a five-day event that takes place in July. Points of interest include the Mayville Area Museum of History and Genealogy and the Willow Springs Golf & Country Club.

Friday, March 29th 2024

6:30pm
Family Full Moon Adventure

Join us at For-Mar as we take a hike together under the full moon.  During this month full moon hike learn about what’s happening in the night sky in March…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509

Saturday, March 30th 2024

10:00am
Garden Egg Hunt & Natural Dyes

It’s an old fashion egg hunt in the Exploration Garden at For-Mar.  Hunt the Garden for Easter eggs, cabbage and onions?!?!  That’s right we on a hunt for unique garden…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509

Monday, April 1st 2024

12:00pm
Rotary Weekly Meeting

Join is at the Brentwood for our weekly meeting! Great networking, interesting speakers, delicious lunch.

Rotary Club of Caro
178 Park Dr., Caro, MI 48723
Event Series
12:00pm
Rotary Weekly Meeting

Join is at the Brentwood for our weekly meeting! Great networking, interesting speakers, delicious lunch.

Rotary Club of Caro
178 Park Dr., Caro, MI 48723
Event Series

Tuesday, April 2nd 2024

10:00am
Knee High Naturalist: Packs, Herds, and Colonies

Participate in hands-on activities that will explore animals that live in groups.

Dress for some outdoor activities.

Suggested for ages 3 to 6 

Adult must accompany children.

Cost: $5 per student

Pre-registration is required by…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
10:00am
Outdoor Explorers: Springtime Scavenger Hunt!

The first flowers are blooming, the maple leaves shine bright green, and the birds are back! Join us as we take an extensive hike around For-Mar to see what fresh…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
12:15pm
Walking Club

Join us for a walk on your lunch break! Meet near the flagpole at the library and go for a 1.5+ mile walk with us on side walked streets nearby.

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723
Event Series
1:00pm
Knee High Naturalist: Packs, Herds, and Colonies

Participate in hands-on activities that will explore animals that live in groups.

Dress for some outdoor activities.

Suggested for ages 3 to 6 

Adult must accompany children.

Cost: $5 per student

Pre-registration is required by…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
1:00pm
Outdoor Explorers: Springtime Scavenger Hunt!

The first flowers are blooming, the maple leaves shine bright green, and the birds are back! Join us as we take an extensive hike around For-Mar to see what fresh…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509

Wednesday, April 3rd 2024

10:30am
Baby/Toddler Story Time

Baby/Toddler Story Time is for all babies to those 2 years old, but siblings and other children are also welcome to attend.  This is a shorter story time, with shorter…

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723
Event Series
11:00am
Nature Storytime

Sprout a love of reading and nature during Nature Story Time.  We will share books, songs, games, and make a craft. 

Suggested for preschoolers and early elementary.

Cost: $3 per student  

Pre-registration…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
6:00pm
Blackout Poetry

April is National Poetry Month, so grab a sharpie and an old book and get creative! All supplies will be provided and example blackout poems on display.

 

Please register at the…

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723

Thursday, April 4th 2024

8:00am
Caro Chamber of Commerce - Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

Monthly Board of Directors Meeting - open to the members to attend as guest presenters - limited seating, RSVP by Thursday week prior

Caro Chamber of Commerce
429 N. State St., Caro, MI 48723, 2nd floor conference room
Event Series
3:30pm
Teen Lounge

Need somewhere to hang after school? This is the place. 

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723, Community Room
Event Series
4:00pm
Virtual Nature Break Storytime

VIRTUAL- Facebook Video 

Time for a nature break! This video series will feature a combination of story, craft and fun nature footage and facts! Tune in to  https://www.facebook.com/Formarnaturepreserve/ to get away…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509

Friday, April 5th 2024

10:30am
Preschool Story Time

Preschool Story Time is for everyone. Although geared toward 3-5 year olds, siblings and other children are welcome to attend.  We  read, sing, rhyme, are introduced to letters, and do…

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723
Event Series
8:00pm
Frog & Toad Night Hike

For-Mar Nature Preserve and Arboretum

Join For-Mar staff in the evening to learn the calls of our 13 native frog and toad species. Then go on a night hike with us…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509

Saturday, April 6th 2024

10:00am
Chess Club

Stop by and play! Beginners to advanced are all welcome. Other club members will be happy to teach. 

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723
Event Series
10:00am
Community Connect Club (C³) - Composting

A monthly class where we explore the ways in which individuals can enact positive environmental change in their local communities. This class is meant for people who would like to…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
2:00pm
Vernal Pool Patrol @ For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum

Kick off the Vernal Pool Season with us and become a Vernal Pool Patroller! Join For-Mar staff as we hike to and gather data on a few vernal pools around…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509

Sunday, April 7th 2024

2:00pm
Sunday Stroll- Salamander Edition

Let’s catch up on nature’s news together! We will go for a leisurely stroll and stop at some points of seasonal interest, focusing on salamanders and where to find them.…

Genesee County Parks
4045 Coldwater Rd., Flint, MI 48506

Monday, April 8th 2024

12:00pm
Rotary Weekly Meeting

Join is at the Brentwood for our weekly meeting! Great networking, interesting speakers, delicious lunch.

Rotary Club of Caro
178 Park Dr., Caro, MI 48723
Event Series
12:00pm
Rotary Weekly Meeting

Join is at the Brentwood for our weekly meeting! Great networking, interesting speakers, delicious lunch.

Rotary Club of Caro
178 Park Dr., Caro, MI 48723
Event Series
2:00pm
Solar Eclipse Extravaganza!

For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum

Meet at the Visitors Center

What’s a solar eclipse? How can we view one safely? Join educators and other space enthusiasts to answer these questions and more!…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
2:30pm
Solar Eclipse: Guided Viewing

Join us for a guided viewing of the total solar eclipse. We will have eclipse glasses for those attending the viewing and staff on hand for science info & safety…

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723
5:00pm
Library Board Meeting

The Library Board meetings monthly to do library business. The public is welcome!

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723
Event Series

Tuesday, April 9th 2024

10:00am
Knee High Naturalist: Ready, Set, Grow!

For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum 

Explore activities that demonstrate how seeds grow.  Plant some seeds for your garden. Dress for some outdoor activities.

Suggested for ages 3 to 6. 

Adult must accompany children.

Cost:…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
10:00am
Outdoor Explorers: Bugging out!

For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum

Did you know we unknowingly eat bugs every year? This may sound gross at first, but it’s completely normal and even gives us extra protein. Join…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
12:15pm
Walking Club

Join us for a walk on your lunch break! Meet near the flagpole at the library and go for a 1.5+ mile walk with us on side walked streets nearby.

Caro Area District Library
840 W. Frank St, Caro, MI 48723
Event Series
1:00pm
Knee High Naturalist: Ready, Set, Grow!

For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum 

Explore activities that demonstrate how seeds grow.  Plant some seeds for your garden. Dress for some outdoor activities.

Suggested for ages 3 to 6. 

Adult must accompany children.

Cost:…

Genesee County Parks
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton, MI 48509
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