Good morning, Bay City.

The Bay City Fireworks Festival will mark America's 250th anniversary with concerts and fireworks starting July 1.

It features Thunderstruck on opening night and acts from July 2–4 with fireworks over the river between the Uptown Rivers Edge and Dow buildings + a fundraiser challenge by organizer Earl Bovia.

Austin Gonzales, assistant manager at Biggby Coffee in Frankenmuth (235 N.

Main St.), was named a finalist for the Barista of the Year award on March 3, with colleagues celebrating his nomination and a strong community response for his personal touch with customers.

Bay County’s Bangor Township is getting a new Wingstop restaurant as signage appears outside Suite 120 in the plaza between Walmart and Home Depot off State Park Drive—this former Yogurt Yeti location still awaits an opening date.

Bay City approved a $1M contract with Sinclair Recreation to improve Carroll Park with new inclusive playground equipment and amenities including sidewalks and benches.

A public meeting is scheduled on March 20 (6:30 p.m.) at City Hall to gather community feedback before work begins later in summer.

A social media post raised concerns that a library board member plans to defund the Bay County Library System, but county officials said residents should attend an April 14 meeting at 4 p.m. (the library director will address questions about the proposed millage renewal) to get answers.

Pi & Pie Diamond Art Workshop

10:00 – 11:30 AM — Auburn Area Branch Library — Registration required — Celebrate Pi Day by creating pie-themed diamond art and enjoying slices of pie.

Bay City St. Patrick's Day Races

8:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Bay City St Patrick's Day Parade — Registration required — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with competitive and non-competitive races in a festive atmosphere.

Easter Magic Show

3-5 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets may be required — Experience jaw-dropping magic and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny with Joel Tacey, America's Family Funnyman.

Living Library in Focus: Women in Industry

6-7 PM — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Registration recommended — Hear inspiring stories from leading women in business and entrepreneurship.

Bookmobile Stop at Montessori Children's House

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Montessori Children's House of Bay City — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of books for all ages at the Bookmobile stop.

Free Easter Movie: Hop

6-8 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly screening of 'Hop' this Easter season.

Pure AM Gold Concert

6 PM – 12 AM — State Theatre — Prices vary — Relive the golden age of 60s and 70s AM Radio with an 8-piece horn band performing classic hits.