The weather may be cooling down this month, but opportunities to have fun in the community abound. Whether adventuring with family, friends, or solo, check out this month’s offerings for fun things to do around Mt. Pleasant in November.
Dahlia: Digging, Dividing, and Storing
Saturday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at
FlowerBird Farm & Garden
It’s the time of year to dig, store, and divide dahlia tubers. Join owner, Anna Monfils, and fellow dahlia enthusiasts out at FlowerBird Farm & Garden to learn methods of digging, washing, dividing, and storing dahlia tubers. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit:
www.flowerbirdfarm.com/event-details/dahlia-digging-dividing-and-storing.
The Meijer Visiting Writers Series: A Reading by Nandi Comer
Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Park Library’s Opperman Auditorium
Michigan Poet Laureate
Nandi Comer will give a reading in Central Michigan University’s Opperman Auditorium with a book signing to follow in CMU’s Clarke Historical Library. This event is free and open to the public. For directions or more information, visit:
www.cmich.edu/events/2024/11/07/cmu-events/the-meijer-visiting-writers-series-a-reading-by-nandi-comer.
Parade of Trees Family Fun Night, Auction, and Concert
Friday, Nov. 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 9 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at
Little Flower Barn
Art Reach of Mid Michigan invites families from the community to come together and celebrate the holiday spirit with a weekend of festive fun. Free and open to the public, Friday’s Family Night event offers cocoa, cookies, crafts and a visit from Santa Claus. On Saturday evening, adults can purchase tickets to enjoy a cash bar and a potato bar, along with a tree raffle, an ugly sweater contest, and live music by Michigan’s own
Big Smile. Visitors can also preview the Parade of Trees, purchase raffle tickets, and enjoy a soup & bread luncheon ($5) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit:
www.artreachcenter.org/parade-of-trees.
Bullseyes and Bevs Axe Throwing: Grown Ups Night Out
Saturday, Nov. 9 from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at
Valhalla Indoor Axe Throwing
Join other adults at Valhalla Indoor Axe Throwing for a fun night out away from that long list of responsibilities! In addition to axe throwing, participants can also enjoy corn hole, drinks, and prizes.
Pumpkin Palooza Fall Festival
Sunday, Nov. 10 from 1 to 4 p.m. at
Papa’s Pumpkin Patch
Head out to Papa’s Pumpkin Patch for a family friendly fall festival. Activity booths will feature kid-friendly games, fun prizes, crafts and snacks. Remember to make a stop at the country store and snap some memorable photos around the property.
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Courtesy Gary Kramer / Chippewa Valley Audubon Club
Chippewa Valley Audubon Club Program: Live Raptors
Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Wildlife Recovery Association presents a close look at live hawks and owls in an enjoyable and informative presentation. Learn about cavity nesting birds, hunting techniques of falcons, specialized adaptations of American kestrels, and camouflage used by barred owls. Learn about the adaptations of wild hawks and owls as well as their languages, hunting habits, and niches. To learn more, visit
facebook.com/Chippewavalleyaudubonclub.
Young Frankenstein at Bush Theatre
Wednesday, Nov. 13 to Saturday, Nov. 16 from 7:30 to 10 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 17 from 2 to 5 p.m.
View a musical production of “Young Frankenstein,” based on the screenplay by Gene Wilder and Mel Brooks. Directed and choreographed by Anne McAlexander, with music directed by Bruce Bonnell. For tickets, visit the Bush Theatre box office or their website at:
https://cmich.evenue.net/events/TH.
The Faculty Reading Series: Jeffrey Bean and Darrin Doyle
Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Bovee University Center Rotunda
Join CMU professors Jeffrey Bean and Darrin Doyle for an evening reading at the Bovee University Center Rotunda.
Jeffrey Bean is the author of three chapbooks and three full-length poetry collections. His most recent full-length collection, “Everywhere, Everywhere,” was chosen for the 2024 Vern Rutsala Prize.
Darrin Doyle is the author of seven books of fiction, most recently the novella “Let Gravity Seize the Dead.” This event is free and open to the public. For directions or more information, visit
cmich.edu/events/2024/11/21/cmu-events/the-faculty-reading-series-jeffrey-bean-and-darrin-doyle.
Holiday Wreaths at Pleasant City Coffee
Sunday, Nov. 24 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Kick off the winter holidays with a custom wreath workshop. Join FlowerBird Farm & Garden for an afternoon of seasonal crafting while enjoying a beverage of choice at Pleasant City Coffee. Local greens, wreath forms, ribbon, and fun holiday additions will be provided to make each wreath unique. Bring friends, meet new people, and enjoy a lovely atmosphere. For tickets, visit
flowerbirdfarm.com/event-details/holiday-wreaths-at-pleasant-city-cafe.
Small Business Saturday in Downtown Mt. Pleasant
Saturday, Nov. 30 (All day)
This Small Business Saturday, join other shoppers in celebrating the unique offerings of local retail stores. From friendly bookshops to boutiques, downtown Mt. Pleasant has something special for everyone. Dive into the heart of our community and find those perfect, one-of-a-kind gifts.
Save the Date: Mt. Pleasant Christmas Celebration
Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6 and 7 (All day)
Save the date for this year’s Mt. Pleasant Christmas Celebration. This year’s town center ribbon cutting will take place on Friday before the tree lighting and the holiday market will take place on Friday only. Santa will be at town center on Friday and at Coldwell Banker on Saturday. “Frozen Junior” will be shown at the Broadway Theatre the night of the Christmas parade at 7 p.m. Find the official schedule of events, volunteer forms, parade registration, 5k registration, vendor applications, and more at
mt-pleasant.org/departments/recreation/special_events/christmas_celebration.php.