English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
Embroidery with Bailey
Whether you're an embroidery expert or have never embroidered before, this is the event for you! Bailey, a Mackinac Connect regular, will be leading a beginner Mackinac Island-themed embroidery class. All supplies provided. Swing on by for some snacks, drinks, and a good time.
Night Games in the Park
Join us for a night of fun with Night Games in the Park! We’ll be playing games like Flashlight Tag, Ghost in the Graveyard, and more.
Grab your friends and meet us there, or come and make some friends!
Acrylic Painting Class and Snack Pack Pickup
Come paint your very own Mackinac-inspired masterpiece! Watercolor Cafe artist Kate Dupre will guide you step-by-step in painting a landscape that includes the Mackinac Bridge and Northern Lights. No painting experience is necessary for this fun and relaxing activity. All supplies provided. Participants will each leave with their own 9x12” finished canvas.
Also, leave with a snack pack donated by Novo Nordisk!
7:30 PM - Arrive for a lasagna and lemonade dinner
8-9:30 PM - Kate Dupre, Watercolor Cafe Artist and Owner, teaches acrylic art class
Leave with your very own painting and snack pack, all FREE!!
Open Art Night
Join us for an open art night at Watercolor Cafe, where you can unleash your creativity while enjoying light snacks and drinks. This fun and relaxing event is a perfect opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow island employees.
English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
S'mores and Sunset at Stonecliffe
Join us for a relaxing evening at the Inn at Stonecliffe! Enjoy delicious pizza, roast marshmallows for s'mores, and play lawn games with friends. As the evening winds down, we'll take a short walk down to Sunset Rock to watch the sunset together. It’s the perfect way to unwind, connect, and soak in the beautiful views. Don’t miss it!
English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
Outdoor Movie Night at Fort Mackinac
Join us from 8:00 to 10:30 pm for a fun movie night under the stars at Fort Mackinac! Bring your blankets, grab some snacks and pop, and find a cozy spot on the lawn as we watch a great film in this historic setting. The movie will start around 8:45/9:00 pm—come early, get comfy, and enjoy a super cute evening with friends!
Open Art Night
Join us for an open art night at Watercolor Cafe, where you can unleash your creativity while enjoying light snacks and drinks. This fun and relaxing event is a perfect opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow island employees.
Live music and an assortment of free art activities!
Free Employee Dinner
DINNER DONATED BY GREAT TURTLE
A free locally catered meal and a chance to meet other island employees. How could you pass up free food with friends?
English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
Mackinac Connect Monday
Join us for free pizza, fun activities, and a chance to mingle with other island employees. This is a time and space to unwind, meet new friends, and tap into that magical Mackinac community.
Open Art Night
Join us for an open art night at Watercolor Cafe, where you can unleash your creativity while enjoying light snacks and drinks. This fun and relaxing event is a perfect opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow island employees.
Free Employee Dinner
DINNER DONATED BY PINK PONY
A free locally catered meal and a chance to meet other island employees. How could you pass up free food with friends?
English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
Special Event: Free Arcade Night
Join us for a free island employee arcade night at the Carousel Arcade! Enjoy unlimited play on all your favorite games (excluding claw machines) without the pressure of winning prizes. It's the perfect chance to unwind, have fun, and connect with fellow island employees.
Open MIC Night
Join us for an open mic night at Watercolor Cafe, where you can unleash your inner musician, poet, or songwriterwhile enjoying light snacks and drinks. This fun and relaxing event is a perfect opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow island employees.
Free Employee Dinner
DINNER DONATED BY CHUCKWAGON
A free locally catered meal and a chance to meet other island employees. How could you pass up free food with friends?
English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
Mackinac Connect Monday
Join us for free pizza, fun activities, and a chance to mingle with other island employees. This is a time and space to unwind, meet new friends, and tap into that magical Mackinac community.
Open Art Night
Join us for an open art night at Watercolor Cafe, where you can unleash your creativity while enjoying light snacks and drinks. This fun and relaxing event is a perfect opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow island employees.
Free Employee Dinner
DINNER DONATED BY KINGSTON KITCHEN
A free locally catered meal and a chance to meet other island employees. How could you pass up free food with friends?
English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
Sunset Ride-Around & Boardwalk Campfire
Date: August 5, 2024
Time: Arrive at 7:00 PM; Ride begins at 7:30 PM; Campfire 9:00 - 10:30 PM
Starting Point: Community Hall
Ending Point: Lakeside campfire at the white picket fences near the boardwalk
Join us for a magical sunset bike ride around Mackinac Island! Meet at Community Hall at 7:00 PM to enjoy free pizza and pop before we set off at 7:30 PM. Our scenic ride will conclude with a cozy lakeside campfire with s’mores by the white picket fences near the boardwalk. Don't miss this evening of fun, food, and fellowship! 🚴♂️🔥
Note: Arrive early for refreshments. We will ride around Mission Point side with a stop at State Dock
Open Art Night: Flower Vase Workshop
Free Flower Vase Workshop for Island Employees
Join us at the café for a flower vase workshop with Samantha from St. Ignace in Bloom! Create beautiful fresh flower vases using the materials provided. Samantha will bring flowers, and you're welcome to supplement with the wildflowers you pick.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Free Employee Dinner
A free locally catered meal and a chance to meet other island employees. How could you pass up free food with friends?
English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
Mackinac Connect Monday
Join us for free pizza, fun activities, and a chance to mingle with other island employees. This is a time and space to unwind, meet new friends, and tap into that magical Mackinac community.
Watercolor Sundays
Open Art & Music Come enjoy some accousitc guitar, and bring your own song or poem to share as we create art at the table at Watercolor Cafe. Desserts and watermelon will be served! Meet outside the cafe at the patio. The cafe is not open for food and drink service during this time.
Free Employee Dinner
DINNER DONATED BY LITTLE TOWN JERKY, CLAIR FOODS, AND SYSCO
A free locally catered meal and a chance to meet other island employees. How could you pass up free food with friends?
English as a Second Language Class
Improve your English with our ESL classes! Work with volunteers to take your language skills to the next level.
Clases de Inglés Gratuitas para Trabajadores de la Isla. Todos los Miércoles 4:30-5:30 PM.
Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana. Todos son Bienvenidos!
Para más informacion llame o envie un mensaje de texto: Sue, 703-405-2984
Square Dancing in the Secret Garden
Square Dancing in the Secret Garden
Date: Monday, July 22, 2024
Meet Time: 6:30 PM
Meeting Location: Community Hall
Get ready for a magical evening of square dancing in an enchanting secret garden on the West Bluff of Mackinac Island! Join us for live music by Shaker Hites and square dance calling by Shannon Westblade.
Event Highlights:
Live Music & Square Dancing
Delicious Pizza, Hotdogs & Refreshments
Lawn Games
A special thank you to Paul Bedour for the audio equipment, Island House for the food, and the Manoogian family for the beautiful venue.
Dress Code: Comfortable, casual attire and sturdy shoes for dancing.
Meet at Community Hall at 6:30 PM, and we'll head up together for a night to remember!