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Spring Institute for Youth Services 2025 Venue

Conference Venue and Hotel

Bavarian Inn Lodge
1 Covered Bridge Lane Frankenmuth, MI 48734
(855) 652-7200
https://www.bavarianinn.com/

Group rate is $139.00 for a standard double, queen, or king room, and $219.00 for a suite. All reservations will also be subject to a $29.95 resort fee and applicable taxes. Book via phone or online:

The deadline to book rooms at the group rate is March 8, 2025. A cancellation fee of the first night's room and tax will apply should a guest cancel their reservation less than 72 hours prior to arrival or does not arrive to check in on their scheduled arrival date (no show).

Menu

Wednesday, April 9

Welcome Reception at the Wickson Frankenmuth Public Library
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Charcuterie - A display of cured meats and cheeses, along with accompaniments, bread & crackers

Assorted Sliders - Roasted Turkey (bacon, lettuce, tomato), Caprese (tomato, mozzarella, creamy pesto), Italian (cotto, red peppers, provolone, arugula, red pepper aioli), and BLT (bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo)

Popcorn Wagon Popcorn Bar - Lightly Salted, Bavarian Style, Confetti, Dill Pickle, Caramel Apple, Cookies and Cream, and White Cheddar Cheese Popcorns

Personalized Cookies from MollyMade Cookies

Assorted Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Thursday, April 10

Coffee and Water Available
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Breakfast
8:00 – 9:00 AM

Hickory Baked Carved Ham

Scrambled Eggs

American Fries

Assorted Mini Muffins (nut free)

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Tray

Coffee, Tea, Milk, and Juice

Lunch
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM

Famous Bavarian Inn Frankenmuth Chicken

Polenta Cakes with Seasonal Vegetables, Marinara, and Balsamic Reduction (gluten free, dairy free, vegan)

Bavarian Inn Creamy Coleslaw

Assorted Rolls with Butter

Vegetable Du Jour

Whipped Potatoes & Gravy

Bavarian Inn Buttered Noodles

Coffee, Tea, Milk, and Soda

Dessert
1:15 – 1:45 PM

Vendors Chef’s Selection of Dessert (nut free)

Afternoon Break
2:30 – 3:00 PM

Bavarian Soft Pretzels with Mustard and Cheddar Ale Sauce

Assorted Pop and Flavored Sparkling Water

Friday, April 11

Coffee and Water Available
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Breakfast
8:00 – 9:00 AM

Sausage Links

Scrambled Eggs

American Fries

Assorted Danish

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Tray

Coffee, Tea, Milk, and Juice

Lunch
12:30 – 1:30 PM

Chef’s Choice of Soup (gluten free, vegetarian)

Mixed Greens

Julienne Strips of Ham and Turkey

Shredded Swiss & Cheddar Cheese

Eggs, Croutons, Bacon Bits, Green Peppers, & Tomato Wedges

Italian & Ranch Dressings

Garlic Breadsticks

Coffee, Tea, Milk, and Soda

Dessert
1:45 – 2:15 PM

Vendors Chef’s Selection of Dessert (nut free)

Afternoon Break
2:45 – 3:15 PM

Assorted Donuts

Chilled Apple Cider

Please refrain from bringing nuts or nut products to MLA events.

 


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