Courtesy Photo A fake rabbit is seen nestled among leaves and tree limbs.

Magic in Our Midst is a free magical event for children and their families to meet the animals of the woods.

The event will be held from 5 p.m. to 7:50 p.m. on Nov. 8 at Island Park in Alpena. Guided tours for groups will consist of up to eight people and will occur every ten minutes.

At the start of the tour, participants will be greeted by the Spirit of the Island, Sah-gon-ah-ka-to. Groups will be led by a wizard guide, and participants will follow a lighted trail as animal figures come alive through pre-recorded voices. After walking the trail, for about 30 minutes, groups will be invited to stop at the Northland Credit Union trailer for a warm cup of hot chocolate and a box of animal crackers.

Children will receive a small flashlight they can use throughout the program.

This is a free event sponsored by the Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary Board. However, everyone must have a time-stamped ticket which can be picked up at the Alpena Chamber of Commerce. Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.