Regional leaders gathered at SVSU to talk about the positive impact housing has on economic development. During the Housing Summit, they talked about successes in each area—including Isabella County—and exchanged ideas about public tools to help private developers.
So many organizations throughout Mt. Pleasant are constantly working hard to give back to the community, including hosting annual fundraisers to raise funds to make their impact happen. Discover the details behind Bowties & Bourbon, the Optimist Club’s annual dinner, SHAgala, the Special Olympics Polar Plunge, and annual Rotary Club dinner—all happening this February.
With no auditions required, the Mountain Town Family Chorus is a multi-aged, all-voices, community-based singing group in mid Michigan. Learn more about their four-part a cappella music group—primarily in the barbershop genre—that doesn’t look like the traditionally known barbershop quartet.
Marie Koper, a passionate advocate for preserving natural beauty as well as sustainable solutions, spearheads the Mid Michigan Business and Community Sustainability Partnership (MMBCSP). Committed to bridging the gap between the local economy and sustainability efforts, the coalition aims to integrate smart energy and sustainable practices across the community.
Entertainment opportunities for Isabella County residents are just as available in winter as they were in the summer; sometimes all it requires is a little more research and a change in gear. As the saying goes—when life gives you snow, buy skis.
From Dec. 8-10, the Mt. Pleasant High School Performing Arts Center will be filled with community members enjoying performances of The Nutcracker thanks to the Mt. Pleasant School of Dance—including an afternoon show that’s sensory-friendly.
Freshly relocated to downtown Mt. Pleasant, Mt. Pleasant Martial Arts has been part of the community for almost 40 years. Explore more about the school and its expansion plans.
While November is National Homelessness Awareness Month, Mt. Pleasant area nonprofits and organizations make it their mission year-round to help uplift and provide impactful resources to the population experiencing homelessness. Learn more about the resources available from Isabella County Restoration House, United Way, and the Isabella County Soup Kitchen.
Isabella County has plenty to offer this fall season, with events catering to the spooky and the sweet. From autumn art shows and flavorful fall food, to Halloween events for the whole family, there’s a lot for you to explore this season. For more information on these fall events in Mt. Pleasant and the surrounding area by clicking here.
Have you seen teal ribbons tied in bows along lamp posts in Michigan downtowns recently? Each September during National Ovarian Cancer Awareness month, cities throughout Michigan tie teal ribbons to raise awareness of ovarian cancer. This year, groups of volunteers in over 60 cities and 14 campuses are participating in the Tie Michigan Teal campaign. Discover more about the initiative.
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