Summertime Fun in Midland

Recreation in Midland Info on Midland's 72 parks, walking / biking trails, water sports, a skatepark, + many other summer activities through Midland Parks & Recreation.

Leisure Time Guide: A printout of City summer recreation programs & events.

Golf at Currie  Book a tee time online, find rates, course ratings & slope, specials, Currie Cafe's menu, & merchandise items. Currie Improvements: View a video on course changes & new amenities. (Requires Windows Media Player 9 & broadband connection to the Internet.)

Stratford Beach Dive into summer at Midland's one and only public beach.

Canoeing in Midland  Take a leisurely ride down the Tittabawassee River.

The Pitch about Softball Midland Softball Association details.

Picnic Shelters Contact Parks & Recreation to reserve a picnic shelter for 2008.

Yard & Home Care

Yardwork Beckons  Find out about the City's yard waste collection service, and how to order a City yard waste bin.

REMINDER: Keep weeds and grass trim. Click here for rules on weed/grass height in Midland.

Household Hazardous Waste  Rid your home of household hazardous items. Click here for more.

Midland Refuse / Recycling Collection Find out when City crews will be in your neighborhood.

Borrow-A-Container  For big projects, reserve a 4'x6'x4' City refuse container overnight for free.

Landfill Services  Midland County residents: dispose of up to 3 cu yds of household / yard waste per month at the city landfill.

An Active Community

Learn about Midland's Governor's Council award for efforts to become healthier / more active.

A Great Place for Kids

Greater Midland is one of the 100 best communities for kids in America. Click here for more info.

A Cool City!

Midland was selected in 2005 for a Michigan Cool Cities designation. Click here to learn more.

A to Z Directory of Services  Click here for an alphabetical listing of information on this website. A link to the directory can also be found under the Services header.

"At Your Service..." Newsletter Read up on recent changes / improvements to Currie Golf Course in this edition of the City's newsletter.

Construction Updates  Find City road construction info plus - as available - maps of affected travel routes in Midland.

Emerald Ash Borer Spotted in City of Midland Read here for more about the sighting, and how to access more information.

Midland Civic Arena Click here for the summertime drop-in hockey schedule. Click here for this month's public ice hours at Midland's ice rink.

If you don't already have it, download the free Windows Media Player to view videos.

Allowable Fires in the City  Just in time for summer barbecues, learn the rules for allowable fires in the city. Click here to read the rules on recreational fires.

Summertime First Aid Basics   Tips for combatting bee stings, sunburns, campfire burns, and heat emergencies.

Softball Field Maintenance   Click here to find out how the City keeps its softball diamonds in tip-top shape.

Bike Safety Tips   Check out some bicycle safety suggestions from Midland's community policing officer.

Frequently asked questions about non-City-sponsored events in Midland:

Q:   When is Midland's Antique & Collectibles Festival?
A:   The 2008 Festivals are set for July 26-27 and Sept. 27-28, 2008.

4th of July Festivities Plans for fireworks and entertainment for Independence Day in Midland.

City Offices Closed for Holiday: Click here to find out when City facilities will be closed for the 4th.

Splish Splash at Plymouth Pool Midland's only outdoor public pool is now open. Swim lessons available.

2008-2009 City Budget Adopted  Click here for numbers for the next City of Midland fiscal year budget.

Fire Safety Tips for the Home  Due to an increase in fires in the city in mid-2008, the Fire Department has some suggestions for keeping safe in your home.

Summer Tax Notices  Click here for important deadlines for paying your summer property taxes in the city.

City Playground Programs  Info on the Supervised Playground Program and Recreation Program for those with Disabilities.

Tunes by the Tridge Dates  Find out the dates for these free summer concerts.

Appreciation of Beautification Awards  Nominate someone today.

MCTV Summer Video Camp for Kids  Midland County youth ages 12-17: sign up for classes on how to make your own video.

Parking for Loons Games  Hot parking spots for Dow Diamond events / Great Lakes Loons games. (Downloadable map provided.)

New Development in Midland  Project plans that have been approved or are being considered by the Planning Commission and/or City Council.

Monday, July 07

No meetings scheduled

Tuesday, July 08

Planning Commission
7:00 PM

Wednesday, July 09

Downtown Development Authority
3:00 PM

Thursday, July 10

No meetings scheduled

Friday, July 11

No meetings scheduled

All meetings held at City Hall unless otherwise noted.