Events

  • Aug 18

    Tools for Effective Facilitation Workshop (Formerly Facilitative Leadership)

    August 18, 2026 – August 20, 2026 Farm Bureau, 7373 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917

    The three-day Tools for Effective Facilitation workshop helps build the capacity of groups or organizations to use the collective talents of its members to coordinate actions, strengthen relationships, and enable the group to meet its goals.

  • Aug 20

    Fiscally Ready Communities: Getting Grant Ready

    August 20, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM

    Join us for an engaging webinar designed to help local government officials navigate the full lifecycle of grants—from identifying the right opportunities to ensuring compliance and successful reporting.

  • Sep 15

    Governing Essentials: Open Meetings Act (September 2026)

    September 15, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    The Michigan Open Meetings Act furthers government transparency by requiring public boards to provide notice and make decisions in an open public meeting. Participants will learn the requirements of the Act as well as answers to frequently asked questions.

  • Sep 16

    2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Marquette

    September 16, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM Marquette Township Hall, 1000 Commerce Dr., Marquette

    Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.

  • Sep 17

    2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Grayling

    September 17, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM Kirtland Community College, 4800 W. 4 Mile Rd., Community Room A, Grayling

    Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.

  • Sep 17

    Choices for Sustainable Living Fall Book Club Series

    September 17, 2026 – November 5, 2026 Thursday evenings, 6-7:30 p.m. ET Zoom

    Explore practical strategies for sustainability in this 8-week online series, featuring guided discussions and a free e-book.

  • Sep 22

    Governing Essentials: Parliamentary Procedure (September 2026)

    September 22, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    This session will focus on parliamentary principles, motions, and debate and decorum during meetings. Participants will explore scenarios and practice skills.

  • Sep 24

    2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Grand Rapids

    September 24, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM MSU Extension Kent County, 775 Ball Ave. N.E., Grand Rapids

    Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.

  • Sep 29

    Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (September 2026)

    September 29, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    This session will help your board improve its governance to positively impact your community. Better board governance leads to more effective organizations that improve our communities.

  • Sep 29

    Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (September 2026)

    September 29, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    This session will help your board improve its governance to positively impact your community. Better board governance leads to more effective organizations that improve our communities.