Fall is a beautiful time in River Country. While the leaves may be falling, there are great things to see and do.
November 8 - Fish Fry with proceeds going to the Constantine Fire Department. Call 269-435-5325 for details
November 18 - Annual Benefit Auction PREVIEW Enjoy dinner, some entertainment and start bidding on silent auctin items from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information please call 269-651-5135 or visit www.lakearea.org.
November 19 - Annual Benefit Auction & Bazaar Join us for breakfast starting at 7:00 am. Bazaar starting at 8:00 am and Live Auction at 10:00 am. Featuring a big ticket drawing, quilts, antiques and vintage collectibles. Find gift baskets galore for your holiday shopping and many yummy homemade goodies to satisfy your taste buds. For more information please call 269-651-5135 or visit www.lakearea.org.
November 26 - Christmas Around Town Takes place Thanksgiving weekend. City tree lighting, caroling, live reindeer, children's activities, refreshments and holiday shopping specials. Historic downtown Three Rivers 269-278-8193
Monday, October 24, 2011
Monday, August 15, 2011
St. Jospeh County Grange Fair
The 160th Annual St. Joseph County Grange Fair will take place at the Centreville Fairgrounds September 18-24, 2011.
One of the top five fairs in Michigan, the St. Joseph County Fair will feature country stars Tracy Lawrence with special guest Mark Chesnutt and Little Big Town. Other attractions include harness racing, mule pulls, evening grandstand events, daily livestock shows, a petting zoo, great food, and a community tent featuring free entertainment. The St. Joseph County Fair has been showcasing the animals, entertainment, and people of the area since 1851. There is something for everyone.
For more information, tickets, and pricing call 269-467-8935 or visit www.centrevillefair.com
One of the top five fairs in Michigan, the St. Joseph County Fair will feature country stars Tracy Lawrence with special guest Mark Chesnutt and Little Big Town. Other attractions include harness racing, mule pulls, evening grandstand events, daily livestock shows, a petting zoo, great food, and a community tent featuring free entertainment. The St. Joseph County Fair has been showcasing the animals, entertainment, and people of the area since 1851. There is something for everyone.
For more information, tickets, and pricing call 269-467-8935 or visit www.centrevillefair.com
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
The Big Pink Open
Come golf for a cure to Breast Cancer August 20, 2011. Pine View Golf Club will be holding the Big Pink Open open to anyone iterested in fundraising and having a grand golfing experience. The event requires pre-registration and payment. Price per golfer is $55. Teams pay $220. Registration includes 18 holes with a cart, steak dinner, prizes, raffles, games, 50/50, and a gift bag. Doors open at 9:00 am. There will be a Shot Gun start at 10:00 am. Don't miss this quality opportunity to have fun and raise money and awareness for a special cause. Call 269-279-5131 or visit pineviewgolf.com for more information.
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
2011 Magic Get Together
Abbott's Magic is hosting their annual Get Together Magic Convention August 3-6. The most prestigious magic acts, nationally, have been invited to perform. Look forward to James Dimmare, Aaron Radatz, and Bill Blagg dazzling the crowd with their most creative tricks.
The convention is also a great place to stock up on your magic inventory. Any equipment needed to perform the simplest to the most extensive tricks can be found at Abbott's Magic. Visit the Magic Capitol of the World, Colon, Michigan, and see what all the fuss is about. Visit rivercountry.com for more details on the Magic Get Together.
The convention is also a great place to stock up on your magic inventory. Any equipment needed to perform the simplest to the most extensive tricks can be found at Abbott's Magic. Visit the Magic Capitol of the World, Colon, Michigan, and see what all the fuss is about. Visit rivercountry.com for more details on the Magic Get Together.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Amish in River Country
There are several Amish communities in Michigan, but the community in River Country, Southwest Michigan, is the largest in the state. Traveling through Amish land is very relaxing. You are forced to slow down and enjoy life as it was meant to be, as these plain people do.
Visit some of their shops to get a taste of how simple and relaxed life can be.
Bubbling Brook Farm
An organic CSA. Stop in and enjoy a tour of the farm and, when available, the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
25374 Wasepi Rd, Centreville 269-467-8910
Countryside Greenhouse & Produce
Offering vegetable seeds, hanging baskets, top soil, coco bean shells, annuals, flowering plants and so much more on 20 acres of farmland. Call to place a fruit order or visit us at the Mendon, Battle Creek and Richland farmer's markets. CSA shares available.
25920 Wasepi Rd, Centreville 269-467-4967
Dutch Kuntry Corner
Wide variety of scrapbooking, stamping and craft supplies. See handmade crafts and cards along with many other gift items.
26971 Banker Street Rd, Sturgis 269-651-3777 ext 2
Miller's Discount Store
A variety store offering groceries, bulk spices, grains, specialty flours and a huge selection of candy. Cheeses, glassware, wonderful baked goods and unique items.
24029 Truckenmiller Rd, Centreville 269-4935
Yoder's Country Market
Visit Yoder's to find quality meats, homemade salads and great baked goods. Household items, bulk foods and more. Stop in for lunch and eat on their outdoor patio.
375 Eleanor Dr, Centreville 269-467-4856
This is just a small sample of the wide variety of Amish businesses in River Country. Visit our website for a full listing of Amish shops and a map with their locations or pick up a River Country Visitor's Guide at area Welcome Centers and AAA offices.
Visit some of their shops to get a taste of how simple and relaxed life can be.
Bubbling Brook Farm
An organic CSA. Stop in and enjoy a tour of the farm and, when available, the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
25374 Wasepi Rd, Centreville 269-467-8910
Countryside Greenhouse & Produce
Offering vegetable seeds, hanging baskets, top soil, coco bean shells, annuals, flowering plants and so much more on 20 acres of farmland. Call to place a fruit order or visit us at the Mendon, Battle Creek and Richland farmer's markets. CSA shares available.
25920 Wasepi Rd, Centreville 269-467-4967
Dutch Kuntry Corner
Wide variety of scrapbooking, stamping and craft supplies. See handmade crafts and cards along with many other gift items.
26971 Banker Street Rd, Sturgis 269-651-3777 ext 2
Miller's Discount Store
A variety store offering groceries, bulk spices, grains, specialty flours and a huge selection of candy. Cheeses, glassware, wonderful baked goods and unique items.
24029 Truckenmiller Rd, Centreville 269-4935
Yoder's Country Market
Visit Yoder's to find quality meats, homemade salads and great baked goods. Household items, bulk foods and more. Stop in for lunch and eat on their outdoor patio.
375 Eleanor Dr, Centreville 269-467-4856
This is just a small sample of the wide variety of Amish businesses in River Country. Visit our website for a full listing of Amish shops and a map with their locations or pick up a River Country Visitor's Guide at area Welcome Centers and AAA offices.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Camping in River Country
Camping is a very affordable family getaway and River Country (St Joseph County, Southwest Michigan) has many campgrounds for your vacation retreat.
Amigo Park (Sturgis MI) - Camping is a family event at Amigo Park. Bring your RV or tent to enjoy this wonderful campground. For your comfort and enjoyment take advantage of the modern bathhouse, electrical hookups, swimming, boat rentals and playground area. Sunday worship service is a special time for visitors. Amigo Park is a ministry of Amigo Centre. Reservations are preferred. 27091 Amigo Park Dr, Sturgis 269-651-2734
Cade Lake Campground (Sturgis MI) - Located on the shore of Cade Lake covering 52 acres. Open for day use or overnight camping with 62 campsites, 44 modern. Boat rentals, playground, fishing, picnic shelter and tables, hiking trails, volleyball, restrooms. Take US-12 two miles east of Sturgis, then south 1/10 mile on Plumb School Road. 269-467-5519
Cranberry Lake Campground (Marcellus MI) - Nestled in the rolling hills with a magnificent lake view from almost every site. Great fishing, store, onsite manager, game room, boat launch, dump station, play area, sandy swimming beach, horseshoes, laundry, shower house and flush toilets. The 2009 DNR SW Michigan Fish Contest winning Large Mouth Bass (6 lbs 6 oz) was caught at Cranberry Lake. 10301 Bent Street, Marcellus 269-646-3336 http://www.campcranberrylake.com/
Hidden Pond Campground (Nottawa MI) - Over 100 sites in clean, peaceful campground with 2,000 feet of river frontage. We offer swimming, fishing, paddle boating and canoeing on a spring fed pond. Also a playground, basketball court, horseshoes, volleyball, store, laundry, showers and dump station. 60735 Nottawa Rd, Nottawa 269-467-8684
Leidy Lake Campground (Colon MI) - Relax from the crowd, but close to home. Offers RV and primitive camp sites. Water and electrical hook up available as well as cabins, beach and open campfire pits. Enjoy hiking trails, fishing, picnic areas or take advantage of the canoe and kayak launch. Just 10 minutes from Colon, the Magic capital of the World. 29464 Colon Rd, Colon 269-432-3311 http://www.leidylakecampground.com/
Amigo Park (Sturgis MI) - Camping is a family event at Amigo Park. Bring your RV or tent to enjoy this wonderful campground. For your comfort and enjoyment take advantage of the modern bathhouse, electrical hookups, swimming, boat rentals and playground area. Sunday worship service is a special time for visitors. Amigo Park is a ministry of Amigo Centre. Reservations are preferred. 27091 Amigo Park Dr, Sturgis 269-651-2734
Cade Lake Campground (Sturgis MI) - Located on the shore of Cade Lake covering 52 acres. Open for day use or overnight camping with 62 campsites, 44 modern. Boat rentals, playground, fishing, picnic shelter and tables, hiking trails, volleyball, restrooms. Take US-12 two miles east of Sturgis, then south 1/10 mile on Plumb School Road. 269-467-5519
Cranberry Lake Campground (Marcellus MI) - Nestled in the rolling hills with a magnificent lake view from almost every site. Great fishing, store, onsite manager, game room, boat launch, dump station, play area, sandy swimming beach, horseshoes, laundry, shower house and flush toilets. The 2009 DNR SW Michigan Fish Contest winning Large Mouth Bass (6 lbs 6 oz) was caught at Cranberry Lake. 10301 Bent Street, Marcellus 269-646-3336 http://www.campcranberrylake.com/
Hidden Pond Campground (Nottawa MI) - Over 100 sites in clean, peaceful campground with 2,000 feet of river frontage. We offer swimming, fishing, paddle boating and canoeing on a spring fed pond. Also a playground, basketball court, horseshoes, volleyball, store, laundry, showers and dump station. 60735 Nottawa Rd, Nottawa 269-467-8684
Leidy Lake Campground (Colon MI) - Relax from the crowd, but close to home. Offers RV and primitive camp sites. Water and electrical hook up available as well as cabins, beach and open campfire pits. Enjoy hiking trails, fishing, picnic areas or take advantage of the canoe and kayak launch. Just 10 minutes from Colon, the Magic capital of the World. 29464 Colon Rd, Colon 269-432-3311 http://www.leidylakecampground.com/
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
EVENT CANCELLATION
The White Pigeon Powwow scheduled for July 9 has been cancelled. Please feel free to attend the White Pigeon Days craft fair that same weekend.
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