City of Portage - Parks & Recreation
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Monday April 1 through April 29
Geo Mystery Tours: Frog Frenzy
Uncover the secrets of Portage through Geo Mystery Tours. Join the adventure at any time, but expeditions must be completed by the end of the month. Beginning GPS coordinates will be emailed to registered participants at the start of each session or within a week of reg......More
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Thursday April 18 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Kingpins Drumline: Session 2
Students with special needs are invited to participate in a six-week drumming program tailored for performers of different abilities. Drumming provides a thrilling outlet for each participant. Students practice drumming to different songs, work together, and will be gui......More
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Saturday April 20 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Garlic Mustard Pull: Orientation Class
Attend the Garlic Mustard Pull Orientation Class to register for the Garlic Mustard Pull. The class is required for all participants, ensuring proper identification of garlic mustard throughout the program. Attendance in the orientation class is required to be eligible ......More
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Saturday April 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
John Ball Zoo: Wild Things
Learn about where the wild things are! Join John Ball Zoo to learn about animals in their “Growing Up Wild: Zoo to You” presentation. Enjoy a chance to meet wild critters up close. Space for this program is limited, so make sure to sign up today. Please arrive 15 minute......More
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Monday April 22 through June 20
Softball Leagues: Session 1
Join our adult slow pitch softball league, where the thrill of the game meets the camaraderie of community. Catering to both co-ed teams on Mondays and Tuesdays and men's teams on Wednesdays and Thursdays, our league provides a fantastic opportunity for players of all s......More
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Monday April 22 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Step Up Kids Run Club: Session 1 Ages 4-6
Kids, step up at the run club to develop running and empowerment skills. Pair healthy running habits with mindset practices week by week to help build physical endurance and support mental health. In the last class, kids have the chance to complete an age-appropriate fi......More
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Monday April 22 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Step Up Kids Run Club: Session 1 Ages 7-12
Kids, step up at the run club to develop running and empowerment skills. Pair healthy running habits with mindset practices week by week to help build physical endurance and support mental health. In the last class, kids have the chance to complete an age-appropriate fi......More
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Tuesday April 23 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Yoga 4 Life - April Session
Join personal fitness trainer Josie Moorlag in this monthly yoga class for adults of all experience levels. Yoga is an excellent way to relax, refocus, improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and help manage pain. Classes in the spring, fall, and winter are held in......More
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Thursday April 25 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Portage Culinary Academy: Chicken Oscar
The Portage Culinary Academy offers hands-on cooking classes. Cooking classes have limited space and fill up quickly, so don't wait to register. Create a homemade hollandaise sauce to pair with Chicken Oscar under the direction of Chef Chauncey. Spice up the night by to......More
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Friday April 26 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Nature Hike: Hike with a Biologist: Adventures with Amphibians
Join the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) on a walk through Gourdneck State Game Area to learn all about frogs and toads. While all ages are welcome, this program will require walking off-trail and on old footpaths. Please wear closed-toe shoes, weather-a......More
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Monday April 29 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Step Up Kids Run Club: Session 1 Ages 4-6
Kids, step up at the run club to develop running and empowerment skills. Pair healthy running habits with mindset practices week by week to help build physical endurance and support mental health. In the last class, kids have the chance to complete an age-appropriate fi......More
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Monday April 29 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Step Up Kids Run Club: Session 1 Ages 7-12
Kids, step up at the run club to develop running and empowerment skills. Pair healthy running habits with mindset practices week by week to help build physical endurance and support mental health. In the last class, kids have the chance to complete an age-appropriate fi......More
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Tuesday April 30 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Yoga 4 Life - April Session
Join personal fitness trainer Josie Moorlag in this monthly yoga class for adults of all experience levels. Yoga is an excellent way to relax, refocus, improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and help manage pain. Classes in the spring, fall, and winter are held in......More
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Wednesday May 1 7:30am EDT
Garlic Mustard Pull
Help manage invasive species in the Portage Park system and win a prize! During May, collect as many bags of garlic mustard as you can at any of the Portage parks. Then, bring your bags to Portage Parks & Recreation at 320 Library Lane for weigh in. At the end of the mo......More
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Wednesday May 1 6:30pm EDT
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
SESSION 1: The Disc Golf Experience for Beginners
May the force (of your disc) be with you! Learn the ins and outs of disc golfing. Take a shot at throwing a variety of discs, experience the art of putting, and learn the basics of disc golfer etiquette. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3891
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Sunday May 5 9:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Portage Farmers Market
The Portage Farmers Market brings you the best local produce every season. The 2024 market is open May 5 to October 13, every Sunday from 9 AM to 1 PM. Each market features 20 to 30 local vendors including farmers, producers, artisans, and crafters. Browse local offerin......More
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Monday May 6 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Step Up Kids Run Club: Session 1 Ages 4-6
Kids, step up at the run club to develop running and empowerment skills. Pair healthy running habits with mindset practices week by week to help build physical endurance and support mental health. In the last class, kids have the chance to complete an age-appropriate fi......More
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Monday May 6 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Step Up Kids Run Club: Session 1 Ages 7-12
Kids, step up at the run club to develop running and empowerment skills. Pair healthy running habits with mindset practices week by week to help build physical endurance and support mental health. In the last class, kids have the chance to complete an age-appropriate fi......More
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Yoga 4 Life - May Session
Join personal fitness trainer Josie Moorlag in this monthly yoga class for adults of all experience levels. Yoga is an excellent way to relax, refocus, improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and help manage pain. Classes in the spring, fall, and winter are held in......More