Happy weekend, Monroe County! In today’s happening-today edition: Dairy Barn’s 70th anniversary, free back-to-school health fair, and PilaTEAS + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A local landmark milestone: Milan’s Dairy Barn was honored by the state for its 70th anniversary, with owner Tom Kujawa accepting a certificate from U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell. Historic photos now mark the milestone -- see the milestone photos.
Free family health services: Monroe County Health Department will host a free Back to School Health Fair on August 1 with sports physicals, immunizations, hearing and vision screenings for children ages 5 to 19 -- see what’s available there.
Candidates bring local experience: Monroe County natives Shannon Wayne and Laura Perry will face off for the 31st District state representative seat, with the primary on Aug. 4 and the general election Nov. 3 -- meet the local candidates.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Your local tee fix: Green Meadows Golf Course packs 18 well-kept holes with two sneaky creeks, a fair-but-fun layout, and a clubhouse patio where Michigan craft beers taste extra victorious. Family owned since 1973, it’s the kind of Monroe County staple you play this week, then pencil in again.
Seafood night, solved: When you want an easy win close to home, Harbor Hook and Grille delivers relaxed, neighborly vibes, satisfying seafood, and zero pretension, the kind of place that turns a midweek dinner into a tiny victory lap for Monroe County folks who refuse to do more dishes tonight.
Easy lake escape: Skip the long drive and claim a stress-free break at William C. Sterling State Park, right here on Lake Erie. Sandy beach vibes, mellow trails, and solid fishing make it a no-fuss after-work reset or low-effort weekend plan when you need outside, not drama.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🇺 2026 Michigan Legacy Run @ Post 40 American Legion | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Polish the chrome, Michigan Legacy Run rolls from Monroe to South Haven, then up to Clare, with a lunch stop in Hillsdale and visits to American Legion Posts. Expect easy miles, hometown waves, and donations that help veterans and military families. No egos, just purpose.
🧘 PilaTEAS @ Monroe Yoga | Saturday (6/20) at 9:30 AM – Morning at PilaTEAS means a one hour heated pilates class that melts stress, tight hips, and any lingering excuses, followed by a nutritional tea bomb from Shine Your Lite. Sweat first, sip second, and feel smug about your life choices until at least lunch.
💦 Summer Splash Dayz @ TLC Community Credit Union (Dundee) | Saturday (6/20) at 10:30 AM – The library turns its back patio into a mellow splash zone with splash pads, a classic sprinkler, and easy water play, perfect for overheated kids. When the thermostat quits, they pick up the hose. Bring a towel, sunscreen, and a water bottle.
🧱 Lego Fun @ Maybee Branch Library | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Saturday late morning means swapping errands for a table of Lego bricks and some friendly engineering chaos. Bring the kids, pretend you're supervising, and build spaceships, castles, and whatever that abstract masterpiece becomes, which still counts as quality time, even after the rogue-foot incident.
🇺 6/20/26 Shutter Patriotic Porch Leaner or Wall Decor @ Gathered Creations (Temperance) | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – If your porch has been begging for some stars and stripes, Pam and Lynette are running a make-and-take workshop for a patriotic shutter leaner or wall piece. All supplies included, ages 14+, and you leave with a 32-by-19 creation for $35. Festive, not fussy.
🏍 June 21st Adult Sunday Funday Open Riding $100/2 hrs @ Duke Farm (Temperance) | Sunday (6/21) at 12:00 PM – Take a break from errands and saddle up for adult open riding, lunch included. Total newbies to dusty veterans welcome, with gentle, tailored instruction, barn time, and a safety-first vibe. Plus-ones welcome, mind the 195-pound limit, and consider helmet hair your new look.
🌳 Intro to Bonsai for the Dads @ Green Witch Gardens | Sunday (6/21) at 1:00 PM – Father's Day calls for tiny tree zen, not assembling patio furniture. Green Witch Gardens teaches tropical bonsai, you pot a little tree to take home, and sip an O'Doul's while pretending it counts as yard work. $70 covers supplies, instruction, and saintly, dad-approved refreshment. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Monroe County report Weather forecastToday — High: 78°F — Low: 56°F — Precip: 29%
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 9am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. West wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 56. West northwest wind 3 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 75°F — Low: 59°F — Precip: 35%
A chance of rain showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 75. East northeast wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 59. Chance of precipitation is 90%. This house is wildThis full brick ranch in Ravenwood offers a smart split-bedroom layout, a sunlit living room with a cozy fireplace and wet bar with brass sink, plus a formal dining room for gatherings. The 3-season sunroom, spacious deck, and landscaped backyard with mature and apple trees create a standout setting. A finished lower level adds serious versatility.
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