Week-long fine arts classes will be held July 22 through July 26 at the Northeast Art Center in Standish.

The Reliks gave a performance in Standish on June 20.

The search has begun for Michigan’s Capitol Christmas tree.Each year, the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget is tasked with the search and harvest of the state tree and once again asks for the public’s assistance in spotting the perfect conifer.Over the last 39 years, trees have come from locations across the state — from backyards to public land near highways and forests.

Designer note: place under this week’s Guest View, since this week’s submission is short).

As temperatures reach over 90 degrees this week, the dangers associated with extreme heat become increasingly relevant.