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

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 registration. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3763

<p>Portage Parks</p> - Portage MI 49002

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

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 guided through each one-hour session. Space is limited for this activity. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3310

Portage Parks & Recreation Building - 320 Library Lane Portage MI 49002

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

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 for winnings. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3777

West Lake Nature Preserve - 9001 S Westnedge Portage MI 49002

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

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 minutes before the program to be seated. Children 3 years or younger enjoy FREE admission. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a chaperone. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3769

Portage Parks & Recreation Building - 320 Library Lane Portage MI 49002

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

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 skill levels to engage in friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned softball enthusiast or a newcomer looking for a fun way to stay active, our league offers a welcoming and inclusive environment. Experience the joy of softball in the heart of our city – sign up today at CityBallPortage.com and be part of the excitement! https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3931

South Westnedge Park > South Westnedge Ball Diamonds - 9010 South Westnedge Avenue Portage MI 49002

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

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 fitness challenge to earn a medal. Through the course of this program, kids build empowerment vocabulary while playing active games and having fun. Every week participants focus on a new power phrase, like “I am strong!” and “I am brave!” This program features fun, active games that reinforce self-confidence and keep kids moving. This program is designed for children ages 4 to 6. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3826

Westfield Park - 4500 W Milham Portage MI 49024

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

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 fitness challenge to earn a medal. Participants focus on building empowerment skills alongside running skills through a variety of games. Every week students cover a new topic like positive self-talk and overcoming doubt while developing running skills like posture and pacing. Each session helps participants become active by playing running games to reinforce what they have learned. This program is designed for children ages 7 to 12. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3844

Westfield Park - 4500 W Milham Portage MI 49024

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

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 indoors in the Portage Parks & Recreation Multipurpose Room. Summer classes are held outdoors at the Overlander Bandshell in Central Park. Students bring their yoga mats and water and wear comfortable exercise clothing. Adults age 18+. Maximum of 20 participants. Registration required. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3802

Portage Parks & Recreation Building - 320 Library Lane Portage MI 49002

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

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 topping this savory dish with butterflied shrimp and perfectly delectable asparagus. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3782

Celery Flats > Stuart Manor - 7340 Garden Lane Portage MI 49002

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

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-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and bug spray. No bathroom amenities on site. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3772

<p id="isPasted">Gourdneck State Game Area</p><p>(Hampton Lake Trail entrance off Centre Avenue)</p> - Portage MI 49002

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

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 fitness challenge to earn a medal. Through the course of this program, kids build empowerment vocabulary while playing active games and having fun. Every week participants focus on a new power phrase, like “I am strong!” and “I am brave!” This program features fun, active games that reinforce self-confidence and keep kids moving. This program is designed for children ages 4 to 6. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3827

Westfield Park - 4500 W Milham Portage MI 49024

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

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 fitness challenge to earn a medal. Participants focus on building empowerment skills alongside running skills through a variety of games. Every week students cover a new topic like positive self-talk and overcoming doubt while developing running skills like posture and pacing. Each session helps participants become active by playing running games to reinforce what they have learned. This program is designed for children ages 7 to 12. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3845

Westfield Park - 4500 W Milham Portage MI 49024

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

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 indoors in the Portage Parks & Recreation Multipurpose Room. Summer classes are held outdoors at the Overlander Bandshell in Central Park. Students bring their yoga mats and water and wear comfortable exercise clothing. Adults age 18+. Maximum of 20 participants. Registration required. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3803

Portage Parks & Recreation Building - 320 Library Lane Portage MI 49002

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

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 month, the individual who pulls the most garlic mustard will win a grand prize. Runners-up and participants who collect at least 50 pounds of garlic mustard will be eligible for a gift for participating. All garlic mustard must be delivered to Portage Parks & Recreation by 12 PM on May 31 to be eligible. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3776

Portage Parks & Recreation Building - 320 Library Lane Portage MI 49002

Park Board Meeting

https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3582

Millennium Park - 280 Romence Road Portage MI 49024

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

West Lake Nature Preserve - 9001 S Westnedge Portage MI 49002

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

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 offerings including fresh produce, cheese, milk products, meat, eggs, fruits, baked goods, flowers, crafts, and handmade gifts. Follow us on social media for market updates at Facebook @PortageMarketMI and Instagram @PortageMarket. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3936

<p>City Hall (7900 South Westnedge Avenue)</p> - Portage MI 49002

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

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 fitness challenge to earn a medal. Through the course of this program, kids build empowerment vocabulary while playing active games and having fun. Every week participants focus on a new power phrase, like “I am strong!” and “I am brave!” This program features fun, active games that reinforce self-confidence and keep kids moving. This program is designed for children ages 4 to 6. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3828

Westfield Park - 4500 W Milham Portage MI 49024

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

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 fitness challenge to earn a medal. Participants focus on building empowerment skills alongside running skills through a variety of games. Every week students cover a new topic like positive self-talk and overcoming doubt while developing running skills like posture and pacing. Each session helps participants become active by playing running games to reinforce what they have learned. This program is designed for children ages 7 to 12. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3846

Westfield Park - 4500 W Milham Portage MI 49024

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

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 indoors in the Portage Parks & Recreation Multipurpose Room. Summer classes are held outdoors at the Overlander Bandshell in Central Park. Students bring their yoga mats and water and wear comfortable exercise clothing. Adults age 18+. Maximum of 20 participants. Registration required. https://www.portagemi.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3804

Portage Parks & Recreation Building - 320 Library Lane Portage MI 49002