The Riviera Theatre is pleased to announce the following events:
Saraph - Acoustic show: Thursday, Dec. 30: 8pm. Saraph returns to the Riviera for a special acoustic show! Immediately described as having "unbridled potential fueled by leagues of talent", Saraph is here to put ROCK back on the map. In a world overwhelmed with "dime-a-dozen" hardcore bands, Saraph aims to bring back the true aspects of rock, while throwing in their own licks of originality and modern music. Ages 21+: Free; Under 21: $3.
Third Annual "Midnight on Main" Friday, Dec. 31, 9pm-1am. $20/person includes Hors d’oeuvres display & champaign toast at midnight. Enjoy Dancing, a special tribiut to 2010, a countdown celebration and live music by Spur Of The Moment.
Murder by Death
wsg/ Hello Victor. & Their Teeth Will Be of Lions: Friday, Jan. 7, 9pm. They may call Bloomington, Indiana, home, but since their 2000 formation, Murder by Death have been a band without musical borders. Theirs is a world where Old West murder ballads mingle with rock-injected Western classicism; where an album's sequencing can take listeners from a haunted back alley in rural Mexico to a raucous Irish pub.
$10 advance, $12 at the door - On sale now!
Four Lions Rated R. 102 minutes. A whip-smart laugh-out-loud comedy that illuminates the war on terror through satire and farce Four Lions, tells the story of a group of British jihadists who push their abstract dreams of glory to the breaking point. As the wheels fly off, and their competing ideologies clash, what emerges is an emotionally engaging (and entirely plausible) farce. In a storm of razor-sharp verbal jousting and large-scale set pieces, Four Lions is a comic tour de force; it shows that while terrorism is about ideology, it can also be about idiots... Tuesday, Dec. 28; Wednesday, Dec. 29: 6pm
Sunday, Jan. 2: 6pm
Tuesday, Jan. 4 through Thursday, Jan. 6: 8:30pm. $6 Adult, $5 Child/Student/Senior.
Bowl Games: The Capital One Bowl (Michigan State University v. University of Alabama) Saturday, Jan 1st: 1pm, The Rose Bowl (University of Wisconsin v. Texas Christian University) Saturday, Jan 1st: 5pm & The BCS Bowl (University of Oregon v. Auburn University) Monday, Jan. 10th: 8pm. Come watch the big games in high-definition on our 22’ movie screen with food and drink specials! Free admission!
50 North Main Street, Three Rivers, MI 49093 269-278-8068/269-279-1976 fax www.trriviera.com
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Monday, December 13, 2010
Swiss Valley Ski and Snowboard Area
The world of skiing has plenty of excitement for you, no matter how well you ski, how old you are, or how much time you have for winter recreation. Skiing is always rewarding. No two days are ever the same. Every ski trip offers you loads of fun and entertainment. Discover skiing this winter – it’ll do you a world of good!
SUNDAY FAMILY FUN
A Learn to Ski or Snowboard Program Geared for Family Winter Fun!!Any Sunday Afternoon 3pm to 7pm!
Ski Package ONLY $19pp
• All Area Lift Ticket• Ski Rental Equipment• Lesson @ 3:30 or 4:30 pm (Meet hill side at the Lesson Area at the exit of the Ski Equipment Rental Building)
Snowboard Package ONLY $34pp
• All Area Lift Ticket• Snowboard Rental Equipment• Lesson @ 3:30 or 4:30 pm (Sign Up at Snowsports Desk)
RAT RACE
The Rat Race is our first event of the season and a fun way to get the dust off of your equipment and air out your ski legs. Held on Quad 83, an intermediate slope, the race is not about being the fastest or best skier. The object is to match the Rat’s time. The catch is that no one knows who the Rat is… Cash Pay Out to Junior and Adult Winners. Practice for an hour or so with timed runs. Wait for the Rats (Senior & Junior) to emerge from the depths of our snowmaking sewer system. Watch the Rats ski the course. Take two more runs trying to match the Rats course speed. Think that sounds easy? Well it isn’t….anyone can win!!!!!!
VERTICAL CHALLENGE
The Vertical Challenge for the Vertically Challenged! This is an all area, all included event for anyone who wants to spend some time skiing or snowboarding. Skiing or snowboarding, not taking breaks, drinking hot chocolate or hanging out on the ridge. This event is about how much vertical you can mange to obtain in the event time limit. Vertical is measured for 1.5 hours as you ski the Triple, Quad 80 or Easy Over East…or a combination of hills. It doesn’t matter where yous ski that is up to you…but don’t stop, don’t take a break. This event is about hill time vs. hang time! Swiss Valley sponsored prizes.
SNOWMEISTER XV …2011
Race on west Quad 80 on Sunday, January 16th, 2011! Earn the prestige of being the fastest snowboarder AND skier. This race is a downhill and GS event for both disciplines. The SNOWMEISTER and SNOWMEISTRESS are the two that ski and ride the two courses the fastest. If you ski and snowboard you will make four runs…one in each course on your skis, one on each course on your snowboard. If you are just skiing or just snowboarding, you will only make two runs, one in each course. Cash Pay Out, great prize give away and lots of fun. Prizes sponsored by the Swiss Valley Ski & Board Shop.
WINTER JAM
The best and one of the only night time competitions in the southwest. This event is A HUGE DOUBLE HIT EVENT with a HUGE CASH PAY OUT! Watch competitors get big air as they hit the Table Top and our Quarter Pipe under the lights. Spectators encouraged. Participation usually includes the best of several other ski areas as well as Swiss Valley. With music, lights and action it’s our own local version of a X-Game Event. Don’t Miss it!
CUPID'S COUPLE COURSE
Love Skiing? Love Snow? Love each other as connected couples make their way through an obstacle course. Hearts will pound, this deal is sealed with a kiss. Prizes include great sweetheart gift bags and dinner for the winning couple in the Chalet. All participants should plan on listening to live music and making a date of it.
OUTPOST CUP RACE
What is there to say? This is the best and most competitive racing event at Swiss Valley each year! A great event that was started in the 1970’s. 30 + years of prizes and our best event of the year. A great time is guaranteed! Prizes sponsored by Outpost Sports of Mishawaka & Swiss Valley Ski Area. 2011 Details coming soon!
RAIL RIDES AND SLOPE STYLE
Events will be held through the season in our terrain park.
March 5th , 2011 …bring The Edge back to Swiss Valley for a Rail Ride. Registration takes place from 1:00PM-1:45PM and is just $10.00. Contest starts at 2:00PM and the awrads ceremony will follow in the Chalet! You must be 18 or have a parent signatuire on the Edge 2010 Release . Helmets are required and we plann to use the following categories: Skiers, Females, 10 & Under Boarders, Intermediate Boarders, Advanced Boarders. The Edge is sponsoring the event with some great prizes and great fun …Music in the Terran Park too!!!
SWISS VALLEY SLURPEE AND COSTUME CONTEST
The best and usually the last day of the year. Absolutely a blast to watch as everyone takes a wet wild ride through our huge slush pond.
SUNDAY FAMILY FUN
A Learn to Ski or Snowboard Program Geared for Family Winter Fun!!Any Sunday Afternoon 3pm to 7pm!
Ski Package ONLY $19pp
• All Area Lift Ticket• Ski Rental Equipment• Lesson @ 3:30 or 4:30 pm (Meet hill side at the Lesson Area at the exit of the Ski Equipment Rental Building)
Snowboard Package ONLY $34pp
• All Area Lift Ticket• Snowboard Rental Equipment• Lesson @ 3:30 or 4:30 pm (Sign Up at Snowsports Desk)
RAT RACE
The Rat Race is our first event of the season and a fun way to get the dust off of your equipment and air out your ski legs. Held on Quad 83, an intermediate slope, the race is not about being the fastest or best skier. The object is to match the Rat’s time. The catch is that no one knows who the Rat is… Cash Pay Out to Junior and Adult Winners. Practice for an hour or so with timed runs. Wait for the Rats (Senior & Junior) to emerge from the depths of our snowmaking sewer system. Watch the Rats ski the course. Take two more runs trying to match the Rats course speed. Think that sounds easy? Well it isn’t….anyone can win!!!!!!
VERTICAL CHALLENGE
The Vertical Challenge for the Vertically Challenged! This is an all area, all included event for anyone who wants to spend some time skiing or snowboarding. Skiing or snowboarding, not taking breaks, drinking hot chocolate or hanging out on the ridge. This event is about how much vertical you can mange to obtain in the event time limit. Vertical is measured for 1.5 hours as you ski the Triple, Quad 80 or Easy Over East…or a combination of hills. It doesn’t matter where yous ski that is up to you…but don’t stop, don’t take a break. This event is about hill time vs. hang time! Swiss Valley sponsored prizes.
SNOWMEISTER XV …2011
Race on west Quad 80 on Sunday, January 16th, 2011! Earn the prestige of being the fastest snowboarder AND skier. This race is a downhill and GS event for both disciplines. The SNOWMEISTER and SNOWMEISTRESS are the two that ski and ride the two courses the fastest. If you ski and snowboard you will make four runs…one in each course on your skis, one on each course on your snowboard. If you are just skiing or just snowboarding, you will only make two runs, one in each course. Cash Pay Out, great prize give away and lots of fun. Prizes sponsored by the Swiss Valley Ski & Board Shop.
WINTER JAM
The best and one of the only night time competitions in the southwest. This event is A HUGE DOUBLE HIT EVENT with a HUGE CASH PAY OUT! Watch competitors get big air as they hit the Table Top and our Quarter Pipe under the lights. Spectators encouraged. Participation usually includes the best of several other ski areas as well as Swiss Valley. With music, lights and action it’s our own local version of a X-Game Event. Don’t Miss it!
CUPID'S COUPLE COURSE
Love Skiing? Love Snow? Love each other as connected couples make their way through an obstacle course. Hearts will pound, this deal is sealed with a kiss. Prizes include great sweetheart gift bags and dinner for the winning couple in the Chalet. All participants should plan on listening to live music and making a date of it.
OUTPOST CUP RACE
What is there to say? This is the best and most competitive racing event at Swiss Valley each year! A great event that was started in the 1970’s. 30 + years of prizes and our best event of the year. A great time is guaranteed! Prizes sponsored by Outpost Sports of Mishawaka & Swiss Valley Ski Area. 2011 Details coming soon!
RAIL RIDES AND SLOPE STYLE
Events will be held through the season in our terrain park.
March 5th , 2011 …bring The Edge back to Swiss Valley for a Rail Ride. Registration takes place from 1:00PM-1:45PM and is just $10.00. Contest starts at 2:00PM and the awrads ceremony will follow in the Chalet! You must be 18 or have a parent signatuire on the Edge 2010 Release . Helmets are required and we plann to use the following categories: Skiers, Females, 10 & Under Boarders, Intermediate Boarders, Advanced Boarders. The Edge is sponsoring the event with some great prizes and great fun …Music in the Terran Park too!!!
SWISS VALLEY SLURPEE AND COSTUME CONTEST
The best and usually the last day of the year. Absolutely a blast to watch as everyone takes a wet wild ride through our huge slush pond.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Pub 21 December Specials!
Monday - Friday Happy Hour
From 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm get $1:00 pints!
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Monday - Friday
Rail Drinks $2.00!
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Friday 5:01 Party night -
Enjoy Free hearty appetizers
DJ Wacky Wayne and Jim the Miller Beer Dist. will be here tonight.
See you at the Pub!!!
From 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm get $1:00 pints!
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Monday - Friday
Rail Drinks $2.00!
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Friday 5:01 Party night -
Enjoy Free hearty appetizers
DJ Wacky Wayne and Jim the Miller Beer Dist. will be here tonight.
See you at the Pub!!!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Christmas Trees at Timberly Tree Farm
For An Old-Fashioned Christmas Tree Tradition ...
Visit TimberlyTree Farm and cut your own tree.
Ride to the field in the wagon where you can cut your own tree. Ready-cut trees are available or choose and cut your own tree--fir, spruce or pine trees. Don't forget your fresh garland and wreaths! Tree baling, shaking & wrapping are available. Enjoy the heated 100 year-old barn, the 50 ft. lighted blue spruce tree. See Santa and his reindeer in the market on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. This is a real photo op! Timberly Tree Farm has been serving the area for over 65 years.
Visit TimberlyTree Farm and cut your own tree.
Ride to the field in the wagon where you can cut your own tree. Ready-cut trees are available or choose and cut your own tree--fir, spruce or pine trees. Don't forget your fresh garland and wreaths! Tree baling, shaking & wrapping are available. Enjoy the heated 100 year-old barn, the 50 ft. lighted blue spruce tree. See Santa and his reindeer in the market on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. This is a real photo op! Timberly Tree Farm has been serving the area for over 65 years.
Open the weekend after Thanksgiving until Christmas, 7 days a week, noon-7:00 pm.
66181 N. Lakeview
Sturgis, MI 49091
269-651-3784
Monday, September 13, 2010
St. Joseph County Grange Fair
Next weekend starts the annual St. Joseph County Grange Fair with Saturday's special guest country music star George Jones! This year will be a great turnout of events including 4-H shows, truck pulls, carnival rides, live music performances and contests for all ages. Below is a schedule of events for the week:
Sunday, September 19th – Saturday, September 25th
Daily Schedule:
Sunday – Sponsored by Sturgis Bank & Trust
8:00am – Miniature Mule & Large Mule Pulls (Grandstand)
8:30am – 4-H Horse Show (Horse Arena)
9:00am – 4-H Rabbit Show (Show Arena)
NOON – Midway Opens
4:00pm – Farm Truck Pulls (Grandstand) – Sponsored by Walther Farms
Monday – Wristband Day (11am-11pm)! – Sponsored by Meijer
8:30am – 4-H Horse Show: Day 2 (Horse Arena)
8:30am – 4-H/Open Class Goat Show (Show Arena)
9:30am – 4-H Swine Show (Show Arena)
11:00am – Midway Opens
7:00pm – Rodeo (Grandstand) – Sponsored by WIN 98.5
Tuesday – Wristband Day (3pm – 11pm)! – Sponsored by St. Joseph County ISD
8:00am – Heavyweight & Lightweight Pony Pulls (Grandstand)
8:30am – 4-H Horse Shows: Day 3 (Horse Arena)
9:00am – 4-H Beef Cattle Show (Show Arena)
9:00am – 4-H Dairy Beef Show (Show Arena)
NOON – Harness Racing – Silver Series (Grand Stand)
NOON – 7:00pm – 4-H Demonstrations/Performances
3:00pm – Midway Opens
4:00pm – 4-H Sheep Show (Show Arena)
7:30pm – Chuck Wagon Races – Sponsored by: CA Murphy Oil, Co. - Entry Fee $20 (will be 100% jackpot)
7:00pm – Off Road Derby (Grandstand)
Wednesday – Wristband Day (3pm-11pm)!
8:00am – National Heavyweight and Lightweight Draft Horse Pulls (Grandstand)
8:30am – Draft Horse Halter Show
9:00am – Open Class Sheep Show (Show Arena)
9:00am – Open Class Beef Show (Show Arena))
NOON – Harness Racing (Bronze Series)
2:00pm – 4-H/Open Class Dairy (Show Arena)
3:00pm – Midway Opens
7:00pm – 4-H Style Revue ( Home Arts)
7:00pm – Demolition Derby (Grandstand)
Thursday – Wristband Day (3pm-11pm)! – Sponsored by St. Joseph County United Way
8:30am – Pony Horse Halter
10:00am – 4-H Small Animal Sale (Show Arena)
10:30am – 4-H Large Animal Sale (Show Arena)
1:00pm – Pony Cart
3:00pm – Midway Opens
7:00pm – George Jones (Grandstand) – Sponsored by Thunder Country WTHD 105.5
Friday: – Sponsored by AEP Indiana Michigan Power
8:00am – Antique Tractor Pulls (Grandstand)
8:30am – Draft Horse Cart: Draft Horse Hitch will begin 1 hour after cart classes are finished
3:00pm – Midway Opens
7:00pm – 4-H Sweepstakes Showmanship (Show Arena)
7:00pm – Modified/SS Tractor & Truck Pulls (Grandstand)
Saturday – Sponsored by Abbott Labs
9:00am – 4-H Horse Show: Day 4 (Horse Arena)
9:00am – High School Band Festival (Show Arena)
NOON – Midway Opens
NOON – Fair Parade
1:00pm – Livestock Adult/Youth Contest (Show Arena)
2pm – Filmore’s Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pulls
3:00pm – Goat Milking Contest (Show Arena)
7:00pm – An International Rolling Stones Concert: Satisfaction – FREE!
Daily Events - FREE!
Community Tent (see below)
Whispering Pines Animal Kingdom (Located by the Garden) – Sponsored by Friends of the Fair
Kandu & Company Magic Show (Located in Kiddie Land) – Sponsored by Kitchen Craft Cookware
Miracle of Birth (Located by Show Arena)
Racing Ducks – New This Year! – Sponsored by Friends of the Fair
Community Tent Schedule – Sponsored by Pioneer
Sunday:
2:15pm – Women of the Bible
2:45pm – New Image
3:45pm – Fish Lake Bible Church
5:00pm – Sturgis Methodist Church
6:30pm – Wasepi Blue Grass
Monday – Children’s Crafts
1:00pm – Craig Muhlenkamp
2:30pm – Balloon twisting
4:00pm – Eastwood Singers
5:00pm – Crossroads Country Band
6:30pm – Chapel Hill Blue Grass
Tuesday
10:30-12:00pm – Bingo
1:00pm – Portage Senior Band
3:00pm – Three Rivers Aristocrats
4:30pm – Shakin’ Hammer Band
6:00pm – Larry & Friends
Wednesday – Senior Day
10:30am – 12:00pm – Bingo
1:00pm – Stacy Band
2:30pm – Rick Fisher and Riley Rabbit
4:00pm – Three Rivers German Band
5:30pm – Three Rivers Big Band
Thursday – Ladies’ Day
9:30am – Refreshments
10:00am-11:30am – Deanna House – Cooking Demonstration & Fun
12:00pm - Three Rivers Rotary
1:00pm – Hometowners
2:30pm – Magical Creations/ Flower Arranging
4:30pm – Donna Albright-Green
6:00pm – Deadwood
Friday – Veteran’s Day
10:30 – 12:00pm – Bingo
12:00pm – Boy Scout Dedication – Celebrating 100 years
1:00pm – Color Guard
2:00pm – Missy “Wagner” Mettler
4:30pm – Singers with a Message
6:00pm – Douglas James Band
Saturday
1:00pm – Russ Mead & Midnight Special
3:00pm – Eash Family
5:00pm – Cedar Creek Cloggers
6:30pm – Roy Cole Country Rock
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
MENDON RIVERFEST 2010
Starting tomorrow through the 21st, Mendon is throwing their annual Mendon Riverfest on the banks of the St. Joseph River in downtown Mendon. This will be their 23rd anniversary of the festival. The festival will be held in Reed Riverside Park which features a beautiful strolling boardwalk, gazebos, public restrooms and pavilions. Along with the inflatable games, there will be free performances, children's games, contests and Mendon Riverfest's own Riverfest Idol.
LOCATION: Reed Riverside Park Mendon 269-496-7557
Listed below is a schedule of events:
Schedule Of EventsThursday, August 19th
Friday, August 20th Saturday, August 21st. |
LOCATION: Reed Riverside Park Mendon 269-496-7557
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Michigan's Longest Garage Sale
This weekend August 13, 14 & 15, 2010 is the US-12 Hertage Trail Sale, Michigan's longest garage sale. Held annually since 2003, the garage sale runs for 212 miles along US Highway 12, sometimes called the Old Sauk Trail or the Chicago Road. The sales start in New Buffalo, Michigan and end in Detroit, Michigan.
The garage sale is an annual event that boosts tourism in the area that encourages residents and businesses to have sales or entertainment on their property. Some areas will be filled with sales while others will be scattered about, but you will be surely find great deals no matter where you go. One year a coffin was sold at a garage sale for $30.00!
In addition to garage sales, enjoy live entertainment, food, antique stores, flea markets, sidewalk sales, and other community events as you travel the route.
Garage sale starts in New Buffalo, Michigan and ends in Detroit, Michigan, August 13, 14 & 15, 2010. Maps and more information is available on www.us12heritagetrail.org/
visit http://rivercountry.com/ for more 2010 event information!
The garage sale is an annual event that boosts tourism in the area that encourages residents and businesses to have sales or entertainment on their property. Some areas will be filled with sales while others will be scattered about, but you will be surely find great deals no matter where you go. One year a coffin was sold at a garage sale for $30.00!
In addition to garage sales, enjoy live entertainment, food, antique stores, flea markets, sidewalk sales, and other community events as you travel the route.
Garage sale starts in New Buffalo, Michigan and ends in Detroit, Michigan, August 13, 14 & 15, 2010. Maps and more information is available on www.us12heritagetrail.org/
visit http://rivercountry.com/ for more 2010 event information!
Thursday, August 5, 2010
The Magic Awaits You!
Make sure to visit Colon, Michigan this weekend while they celebrate Magic Week. Abbott's Magic and FAB Magic will be featuring lots of events and FREE shows!Check their websites for details and times
Monday, August 2, 2010
Colon Magic Festival: Colon, Michigan
This upcoming week, Colon, Michigan will be hosting its 2010 Magic Festival to celebrate the history of magic in the city of Colon. Located in southwest Michigan, Colon is located 30 miles south of I-94 and 20 miles west of I-69, halfway between Chicago and Detroit.
Colon was home to the Famous Magician Harry Blackstone, Sr. and Percy Abbott who originally founded the Blackstone Magic Company which is now the Abbott Magic Company, the world's top leader of magic paraphernalia. Though this small town of only 1,200 residents is normally quiet and set back, every year hundreds of magicians and tourists flock to the small town of Colon to celebrate the Magic Festival, founded by Percy Abbott and Recil Bordner.
First a small private event, the Magic Festival has grown to be one of the top magic festivals in the nation. In an attempt to boost poor sales when first opened, Percy Abbott and Recil Bordner decided to hold an open house. Fifty magicians from the area of Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio came to watch as Bordner performed with other magicians while Abbott spoke about magic. In 1937 it was officially opened to the public.
Every first week in August, magicians, big or small, visit Colon in hopes to learn new tricks and share their new findings with other magicians. The festival has now grown to the Magic Festival hosted by Abbott's Magic Company and FAB Magic, bring a plethora of magic and shows to the small town. Featured magicians will be Two-Time gold medal champion George Saterial, Chris Hart and many more.
The Magic Festival will be held August 4-7, 2010 in Colon, Michigan. For more information visit http://www.magicgettogether.com or http://www.colonmichiganmagic.com/
Thursday, July 22, 2010
The Magic Capital of The World Presents...
Colon Michigan Magic Festival
MagiCelebration 2010 - August 4 - 7th
Witness the magic of magicians and their amazing feats at the 73rd Annual Magic Get-Together, August 4-7, 2010, in Colon Michigan, hosted by Abbott's Magic Company. There will be countless illusionists in performance, lectures, arts and crafts, and an ending of family events on Sunday. There will be fireworks after the evening show on August 7th. The cost of registration is $160 per person and includes all events and shows. The day cost is $15 for bleachers and $20 for chair seats. Parking is also free.
According to Abbott’s Magic Company’s owner, Gregg Bordner, “This is a magicians’ magician show; the equivalent of a Las Vegas style magic show. There are 600 professional magicians coming from all over the world who are already registered. Magicians from Asia and England are traveling to Colon, MI to be a part of this regional convention. You won’t see them anywhere else in the United States. There will also be a tour of the cemetery by Honolulu’s magician, Al., where past famous magicians are buried.”
Other highlights are as follows:
· Chamber of Commerce Fireworks Show (after Fridays evening show)
· Friends of the Library sponsor their very popular Arts and Crafts Fair
· Street Magicians perform throughout the streets of Colon
· A Tour of the Michigan Historical Cemetery Honoring Past Magicians
· Chamber of Commerce Busking Contest with cash prizes for winners
· Colon Historical Museum features a fascinating look at Magic History
Along with all the family festivities held in Colon, Abbott’s Magic Company will be hosting four stage shows over the duration as well as five lectures. The complete schedule of Abbott’s Magic Company events is listed below.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 4TH
9:00 AM – Registration at the Abbott Magic Plant
10:00 AM – Showroom opens at the Colon Elementary School
3:00 PM – Lecture; Keith Fields from England
8:00 PM – Stage Show Welcome with Bill and Ruth Pitts, Keith Fields, Kazu Katayama from Japan, Jim Oakley, Tim & Robin Balster
THURSDAY AUGUST 5th
9:00 AM – Registration at the Abbott Magic Plant
9:30 AM – Lecture; Mike Caveney
10:00 AM – Showroom opens at the Colon Elementary School
11:00 AM – Vent-O-Rama with George Schindler at the Abbott Plant
12:00 PM – Ladies Party at the Methodist Church (Light refreshments will be served)
1:00 PM – Lecture; John Carney -- You don't want to miss this!
2:30 PM – (After Lecture) Dealers on Parade at the Elementary School
8:00 PM – Stage Show with Mark Merchant, George Saterial and Hooly, Li Yanpei from China, and Mark Cannon
FRIDAY AUGUST 6th
9:00 AM – Registration at the Abbott Magic Plant
9:00 AM – Magic Ministers Session with Duane Laflin at the Methodist Church
9:00 AM – Colon Arts & Craft Fair until 5:00 PM
10:00 AM – Show Room Open at the Colon Elementary School
10:00 AM – Stage Talent Contest at the Colon High School
1:00 PM – Lecture with Mark Cannon on Escapes
2:30 PM – Close Up Show with John Carney, David Williamson, Keith Fields of England, and Maria Schwieter
8:00 PM – Stage Show with Paul Emmick, Bob Brizendine, Liu Zihao from China and Bob Higa (Colon Chamber of Commerce Fireworks outside the High School after the show Contest Awards After Fireworks In Grade School)
SATURDAY AUGUST 7TH
900 AM – Registration at the Abbott Magic Plant
9:00 AM – Arts & Craft Fair until 5:00 PM
9:30 AM – Lecture; David Williamson
10:00 AM – Showroom opens at the Colon Elementary School
2:00 PM – Benefit Matinee with Bill Watson, Yo Master Zeemo, Marien Hopman, Mark Cannon and Sheila, with the contest winner
8:00 PM – Stage Show with John Carney, Chris Hart, Tina Lenert, David Williamson, and Mike Caveny (Abbott Awards In Grade School After Show)
Where To Stay
Regency Inn, 1301 S. Centreville Rd, Sturgis, MI, 49091, -651-7881
River Country Super 8, 711 US131, Three Rivers, MI, 49093,
269-279-8888
Three Rivers Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites,
1207 West Broadway, Three Rivers. MI, 49093, 269-278-7766
Motels
American Inn, 71381 S Centreville Rd, Sturgis, MI 49091, 269-651-2361
Little Country Inn, 800 W Chicago Rd,
White Pigeon, MI 49099,
269-483-7770
Plaza Motel,
71410 US-131 South, White Pigeon, MI 49099,
269-483-7285
Spartan Motel, 58852 US-131, Three Rivers, MI 49093, 269-278-1615
Sturgis Express Inn,
1730 S. Centreville Rd., Sturgis, MI, 49091,
269-651-8505
The Wood Motel, 606 W. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI, 49091, 877-747-8713
B&B
Arrowhead Cove, 51400 Cove Lake Rd., Mendon, MI, 49072
269-496-7711 or 866-882-COVE
T & R Inn Between the Lakes,
58656 Corey Lake Rd., Three Rivers, MI, 49093, 269-244-5620
Voyager’s B&B, 210 East St., Three Rivers, MI, 49093, 269-279-9260
St. Joseph County’s River Country’s Colon, Michigan is a charming quaint and exciting place to stay. For more information, visit www.rivercountry.com or www.abbottmagic.com.
MagiCelebration 2010 - August 4 - 7th
Witness the magic of magicians and their amazing feats at the 73rd Annual Magic Get-Together, August 4-7, 2010, in Colon Michigan, hosted by Abbott's Magic Company. There will be countless illusionists in performance, lectures, arts and crafts, and an ending of family events on Sunday. There will be fireworks after the evening show on August 7th. The cost of registration is $160 per person and includes all events and shows. The day cost is $15 for bleachers and $20 for chair seats. Parking is also free.
According to Abbott’s Magic Company’s owner, Gregg Bordner, “This is a magicians’ magician show; the equivalent of a Las Vegas style magic show. There are 600 professional magicians coming from all over the world who are already registered. Magicians from Asia and England are traveling to Colon, MI to be a part of this regional convention. You won’t see them anywhere else in the United States. There will also be a tour of the cemetery by Honolulu’s magician, Al., where past famous magicians are buried.”
Other highlights are as follows:
· Chamber of Commerce Fireworks Show (after Fridays evening show)
· Friends of the Library sponsor their very popular Arts and Crafts Fair
· Street Magicians perform throughout the streets of Colon
· A Tour of the Michigan Historical Cemetery Honoring Past Magicians
· Chamber of Commerce Busking Contest with cash prizes for winners
· Colon Historical Museum features a fascinating look at Magic History
Along with all the family festivities held in Colon, Abbott’s Magic Company will be hosting four stage shows over the duration as well as five lectures. The complete schedule of Abbott’s Magic Company events is listed below.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 4TH
9:00 AM – Registration at the Abbott Magic Plant
10:00 AM – Showroom opens at the Colon Elementary School
3:00 PM – Lecture; Keith Fields from England
8:00 PM – Stage Show Welcome with Bill and Ruth Pitts, Keith Fields, Kazu Katayama from Japan, Jim Oakley, Tim & Robin Balster
THURSDAY AUGUST 5th
9:00 AM – Registration at the Abbott Magic Plant
9:30 AM – Lecture; Mike Caveney
10:00 AM – Showroom opens at the Colon Elementary School
11:00 AM – Vent-O-Rama with George Schindler at the Abbott Plant
12:00 PM – Ladies Party at the Methodist Church (Light refreshments will be served)
1:00 PM – Lecture; John Carney -- You don't want to miss this!
2:30 PM – (After Lecture) Dealers on Parade at the Elementary School
8:00 PM – Stage Show with Mark Merchant, George Saterial and Hooly, Li Yanpei from China, and Mark Cannon
FRIDAY AUGUST 6th
9:00 AM – Registration at the Abbott Magic Plant
9:00 AM – Magic Ministers Session with Duane Laflin at the Methodist Church
9:00 AM – Colon Arts & Craft Fair until 5:00 PM
10:00 AM – Show Room Open at the Colon Elementary School
10:00 AM – Stage Talent Contest at the Colon High School
1:00 PM – Lecture with Mark Cannon on Escapes
2:30 PM – Close Up Show with John Carney, David Williamson, Keith Fields of England, and Maria Schwieter
8:00 PM – Stage Show with Paul Emmick, Bob Brizendine, Liu Zihao from China and Bob Higa (Colon Chamber of Commerce Fireworks outside the High School after the show Contest Awards After Fireworks In Grade School)
SATURDAY AUGUST 7TH
900 AM – Registration at the Abbott Magic Plant
9:00 AM – Arts & Craft Fair until 5:00 PM
9:30 AM – Lecture; David Williamson
10:00 AM – Showroom opens at the Colon Elementary School
2:00 PM – Benefit Matinee with Bill Watson, Yo Master Zeemo, Marien Hopman, Mark Cannon and Sheila, with the contest winner
8:00 PM – Stage Show with John Carney, Chris Hart, Tina Lenert, David Williamson, and Mike Caveny (Abbott Awards In Grade School After Show)
Where To Stay
From the fun filled hotels with pet friendly services, complimentary breakfasts, indoor and outdoor pools, and spas to motels with great quality at lesser prices, to the quaint and more private B&B’s in Colon, Magic Week goers are bound to find a place to stay that will suite their families individual needs. Here are a few places that are surrounded by great dining and all less than 20 minutes away:
Hotels
America’s Best Value Inn Three Rivers,
1211 West Broadway, Three Rivers, MI, 49093, 269-273-8100
Regency Inn, 1301 S. Centreville Rd, Sturgis, MI, 49091, -651-7881
River Country Super 8, 711 US131, Three Rivers, MI, 49093,
269-279-8888
Three Rivers Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites,
1207 West Broadway, Three Rivers. MI, 49093, 269-278-7766
Motels
American Inn, 71381 S Centreville Rd, Sturgis, MI 49091, 269-651-2361
Little Country Inn, 800 W Chicago Rd,
White Pigeon, MI 49099,
269-483-7770
Plaza Motel,
71410 US-131 South, White Pigeon, MI 49099,
269-483-7285
Spartan Motel, 58852 US-131, Three Rivers, MI 49093, 269-278-1615
Sturgis Express Inn,
1730 S. Centreville Rd., Sturgis, MI, 49091,
269-651-8505
The Wood Motel, 606 W. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI, 49091, 877-747-8713
B&B
Arrowhead Cove, 51400 Cove Lake Rd., Mendon, MI, 49072
269-496-7711 or 866-882-COVE
T & R Inn Between the Lakes,
58656 Corey Lake Rd., Three Rivers, MI, 49093, 269-244-5620
Voyager’s B&B, 210 East St., Three Rivers, MI, 49093, 269-279-9260
St. Joseph County’s River Country’s Colon, Michigan is a charming quaint and exciting place to stay. For more information, visit www.rivercountry.com or www.abbottmagic.com.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Summer Begins in River Country
Summer is here in River Country and now is the perfect time to visit all our wonderful attractions. From all our beautiful campsites, parks and rivers to our detailed bike trails, you are sure to enjoy yourself.THREE RIVERS WATER FESTIVAL
Currently going on, the Three Rivers Water Festival is an exciting event running until tomorrow June 19, 2010. The festival features live music, a parade, exhibit booths, food vendors, rides, games, tournaments, and more.
Friday night there will be a parade following the event. Also, a classic and old-car show Saturday morning and fireworks around 10:25 p.m. Saturday.
A variety of local and regional artists will be performing in the Community Tent on Saturday, June 19th from 11:00am to 3:00pm sponsored by Three Rivers Banking Center, with a different artist each hour such as Kathryn Tapper, Shelag, and returning this year is a crowd favorite- a Dulcimer Duo, and rounding out the great talent of the day is the Gray’s Community Band starting at 3:00pm. The Community Tent is located in Scidmore Park behind the old hospital building.
For more information about this event, contact the Three Rivers Chamber at (269) 278-8193 or visit the event website at http://www.trchamber.com/?page_id=58
FARMER'S MARKET IS BACK
The Sturgis Farmer's Market is back for summer. Dates coming up are July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. The market will be set up in downtown Sturgis. Local produce will be sold. For more information call 269-651-1907. For more dates, check out the Calendar of Events on www.rivercountry.com
FISHING IN RIVER COUNTRY
River Country boasts 58 lakes - 18 of which have public boat launches - and 16 rivers and streams for great fishing! The River Country Tourism Council also provides a guide to lakes, rivers, and streams in St. Joseph County.
Spend your vacation fishing in River Country, you will surely be pleased. We have a variety of fish including Bullheads, Crappie, Northern Pike, Sunfish, Walleye, Channel Catfish, Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass, Rock Bass, Trout, and Yellow Perch.
Make sure to visit Colon Bait & Tackle in Colon for all your fishing needs! In business since 1966 at the same location. Complete line of bait & tackle and sporting good. Licenses. Sales. They know all of the great fishing holes. Located at East Corner of Blackstone Ave. and Franklin. 233 S. Blackstone Ave., Colon 269-432-3633.
Please Note: Anglers in Michigan (17 years of age and older) are required to purchase a fishing license, available on an annual or daily basis. Both are widely available at local stores. Other regulations relating to fishing seasons, fishing methods, and size limitations, are published in the Michigan Fishing Guide, available wherever licenses are sold. Visit Michigan's DNR at http://www.michigan.gov/dnr for more information.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Swiss Valley Ski and Snowboard Area
Bring your current college ID (and photo ID if necessary) and receive a ticket for just $15.00 ALL DAY Friday. This special also applies Monday-Thursday nights from 6:00PM-10:00PM. Ski or Snowboard Rental is also available for an additional $15.00. Grab your buddies and get here.
Winter Jam, Swiss Valley’s night time big air contest, will be held on Saturday, February 6th at 6:00PM. This event takes place in the Main Terrain Park under lights with music on the hill, sick tricks and a huge cash pay out to the best skier & best snowboarder. Other cash prizes awarded plus a swag raffle too. Registration begins at 3:00PM….Winter Jam 2010 & Winter Jam Liab Release 2010 With a big money pay out, we expect a great competition. Spectators Encourage , the Main Terrain Park will be closed from approximately 5:45PM – 7:30PM during this event. The Starter Park will be available to all skiers & riders..
Swiss Valley is a great place to bring the entire family. Ski during the day with our great Mid-Week Blues Specials. Home School Families, take advantage of the great Home School Program, bring your lesson plan to our slopes. Wanting to learn? Check out the Discover Michigan Learn to Ski & Snowboard Program.
Swiss Valley is open on Sundays from 9:00AM-7:00PM. Join us for breakfast at 8:30AM, then make first tracks as the lifts open up at 9:00AM. Bring the whole family to take advantage of our afternoon program and enjoy the Sunday Family Fun rates. The Sunday Family Fun program starts at 3:00PM and includes lesson, rental and lift ticket, start skiing or snowboarding early in the winter season and enjoy the outdoor activity until spring!
Winter Jam, Swiss Valley’s night time big air contest, will be held on Saturday, February 6th at 6:00PM. This event takes place in the Main Terrain Park under lights with music on the hill, sick tricks and a huge cash pay out to the best skier & best snowboarder. Other cash prizes awarded plus a swag raffle too. Registration begins at 3:00PM….Winter Jam 2010 & Winter Jam Liab Release 2010 With a big money pay out, we expect a great competition. Spectators Encourage , the Main Terrain Park will be closed from approximately 5:45PM – 7:30PM during this event. The Starter Park will be available to all skiers & riders..
Swiss Valley is a great place to bring the entire family. Ski during the day with our great Mid-Week Blues Specials. Home School Families, take advantage of the great Home School Program, bring your lesson plan to our slopes. Wanting to learn? Check out the Discover Michigan Learn to Ski & Snowboard Program.
Swiss Valley is open on Sundays from 9:00AM-7:00PM. Join us for breakfast at 8:30AM, then make first tracks as the lifts open up at 9:00AM. Bring the whole family to take advantage of our afternoon program and enjoy the Sunday Family Fun rates. The Sunday Family Fun program starts at 3:00PM and includes lesson, rental and lift ticket, start skiing or snowboarding early in the winter season and enjoy the outdoor activity until spring!
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