Community Events
The Wenonah Hotel Fire - FREE event
This very special landmark in downtown Bay City burned on Saturday, December 10, 1977 and brought out great heroism as well as regional cooperation to meet this community disaster. Join fireman Robert Davey as he shares his personal perspective as a fireman who fought the blaze, and see actual log transmissions from the tragic event. Today the site is another community landmark...the Delta College Planetarium!
Date: Saturday, January 14; Time: 1:00-2:00 pm; Location: Bay County Historical Museum 321 Washington Avenue, Bay City
Parkinson’s Disease: Origins and Therapeutics- FREE event
Learn more about the possible causes of Parkinson’s Disease and the latest research that could lead to new treatment options. Dr. Jack Lipton will review the possible protective effects of deep brain stimulation, adult stem cells and brain repair, as well as the impact of stress and depression on individuals with Parkinson’s Disease.
Date: Wednesday, January 18; Time: 7:00 – 8:00 pm ; Location: Townsley Auditorium MidMichigan Medical Center, Midland; Registration is required. Call MidMichigan Health line Toll-free at 1-800-999-3199
“St. Joseph Catholic Church” - FREE EVENT
Established in 1850, St. Joseph Catholic Church is the oldest Catholic church in the Saginaw Valley region. Join Doris Maillette for a look back at the church’s earliest beginnings as a French-Canadian congregation to today’s diverse membership and role in our local community.
Date: Saturday, February 11; Time: 1:00-2:00 pm; Location: Bay County Historical Museum 321 Washington Avenue Bay City
Living in the Golden Years – FREE Event
Although many older people laugh jokingly about the “Golden Years”, the truth is that most of us will experience some age related health conditions that decrease independence. Sandra Lauria, Occupational Therapist will discuss some of these conditions that impact our lives and offer advice on how to make the most of these golden years.
Date: Thursday, February 16; Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm; Location: Bay City Center for Rehabilitation, Bay Regional Medical Center West Campus 3190 E. Midland Road; Call (989) 667-6600 or register on line at bayregional.org and click on the “Classes & Events” tab at the top of the website
Booked for Lunch – FREE Event
Dave Rogers will review the first book Fall of Giants in the “Century” trilogy by well known author Ken Follett. The book follows the destinies of five interrelated families through the earth shaking events of the First World War and the Russian Revolution. The second book in the series is scheduled to be published in the second half of 2012.
Date: Friday, February 24; Time: 12 noon -1:00 pm; Location: Wirt Public Library 500 Center Avenue Downtown Bay City; Bring your own lunch or order from The Mug@Wirt Café. No registration required.
Booked for Lunch - FREE
Joaquin Guerrero, retired police officer from the K-9 (canine) unit of the Saginaw Police Department and co-author of Michigan & Rookie: Guardians of the Night , will review his book and he may also bring his dog, “Rookie II” to this program.
Date: Friday, March 2; Time: 12 noon -1:00 pm; Location: Wirt Public Library 500 Center Avenue Downtown Bay City - Bring your own lunch or order from The Mug@Wirt Café. No registration required.
Protecting Your Assets...Wills and Trusts Seminar – FREE Event
Seminar leader Carol Thomas, Attorney at Law is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, including the Estate and Probate Section, the Elder Law Section and Health Care Section. Come to learn: how to protect your assets; what common legal mistakes people make which cause major financial problems later; current legal issues in estate planning that will help protect you and your family if someone enters a nursing home or is currently in a nursing home; what happens if you don’t do any planning; the basics of deciding between a will and a trust.
Date: Thursday, March 8; Time:10:00 am – 12:00 noon OR 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm (Choose one session); Location: Delta College Planetarium & Learning Center 100 Center Avenue (located in Downtown Bay City) - Call for reservations - Limited Seating; Call (989)793-2300 or Toll free 1-888-615-7592
Booked for Lunch – FREE Event
Published in 2011, State of Wonder by author Ann Patchett is set in the Amazon jungle of Brazil where a drug has been found that can keep women fertile into their 70s. Come to hear Margaret Bird review this book of suspense.
Date: Friday, March 9; Time: 12 noon -1:00 pm; Location: Wirt Public Library 500 Center Avenue Downtown Bay City - Bring your own lunch or order from The Mug@Wirt Café. No registration required.
“Back in our Day...Changing Definitions of Civility” - FREE Event
Panel presentation and discussion facilitated by Delta College History Associate Professor Laura Dull. All ages are encouraged to attend for this generational discussion.
Date: Friday, March 9; Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm; Location: Delta College Main Campus
50th Anniversary of Delta College - FREE Event
The Bay County Historical Society salutes the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Delta College. Join members of Delta College’s faculty and staff as they present a timeline of the College from an initial 1800 students to over 17,000 today. You will also learn about projects being planned for the next 50 years.
Date: Saturday, March 10; Time: 1:00-2:00 pm; Location: Bay County Historical Museum; 321 Washington Avenue, Bay City
Get Ready for Golf – FREE Event
Kevin Foster, Physical Therapist will give you several tips to get you ready for the gold season. Learn a quick routine for a safe warm-up and cool down to reduce pain and fatigue, review causes and prevention of common golf injuries and learn easy exercises for swing enhancement and control. Whether you are a novice or an expert, take this opportunity to improve.
Date: Tuesday, March 13; Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm; Location: Bay City; Center for Rehabilitation Bay Regional Medical Center West Campus; 3190 E. Midland Road Call (989) 667-6600 or register on line at bayregional.org and click on the “Classes & Events” tab at the top of the website
Booked for Lunch – FREE Event
Midland author Jody Hedlund will talk today about her two books currently published....The Preacher’s Bride and The Doctor’s Lady. She will also preview her new book scheduled to be published in the fall of 2012.
Date: Friday, March 23; Time: 12 noon -1:00 pm; Location: Wirt Public Library 500 Center Avenue Downtown Bay City; Bring your own lunch or order from The Mug@Wirt Café. No registration required.
Booked for Lunch - FREE Event
Have you read Destiny of the Republic: A tale of Madness, Medicine, and the Murder of a President by author Candice Millard ? This New York Times Notable Book of 2011 will be reviewed today by Pam Binder.
Date: Friday, March 30 ; Time: 12 noon -1:00 pm; Location: Wirt Public Library 500 Center Avenue Downtown Bay City - Bring your own lunch or order from The Mug@Wirt Café. No registration required.
“Where did I put my keys?” – FREE Event
Many people fear the loss of their memory as they age. This workshop led by Occupational Therapist Kelly Harvey will provide you with information about what is considered “normal” for memory functioning, tops to improve your memory and help for taking care of a loved one with dementia.
Date: Thursday, April 26 ; Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm Location: Bay City Center for Rehabilitation Bay Regional Medical Center West Campus 3190 E. Midland Road; Call (989) 667-6600 or register on line at bayregional.org and click on the “Classes & Events” tab at the top of the website.
50+ Health for Life Expo – FREE Event
Friday, May 4: 9:00am -1:00 pm ; Delta College Main Campus
All four major regional hospitals, many other vendors Exhibits, educational seminars, speakers, interactive activities - Do you want to enhance the quality of your life? This is your opportunity to talk with health care professionals and vendors of health products about your health status and developing healthy lifestyle habits. There will be health care screenings, interactive activities, demonstrations, and many exhibits of health care products and services which focus on the 50+ population. Major sponsors are: Bay Regional Medical Center, Covenant Healthcare, MidMichigan Health, St. Mary’s of Michigan, WSGW radio station and Delta College.
Date: Friday, May 4; Time: 9:00 am -1:00 pm - Location: Delta College Main campus; Gymnasium and main hallways - FREE event - FREE parking - No advance registration