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Barry Community Silent Observer

September 2008

DAY EVENT DETAILS LOCATION CITY PHONE
1 30th Anniversary Prairieville Old Fashioned Farm Days 7990 Milo Rd. Prairieville (269) 623-4285
1 Middleville Labor Day Bridge Walk Cross 8 bridges and do a 5k walk on the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail.  8:30 - 11:00 a.m.  The Paul Henry Trail begins at the Stage Coach Park in Middleville. 100 E. Main St. Middleville (269) 795-3385
2 26th Annual Business-Industry-Education (B-I-E) Luncheon at the Hastings High School You are cordially invited to the 26th Annual B-I-E Luncheon.  This years guest speaker will be Mr. Jeff Jennette, Barry Intermediate School Superintendant.  Free and open to the public.   Starts at 12:00 noon, lunch provided. Hastings High School,     520 W. South St. Hastings (269) 948-4400
2 Barry Community Hospice 5-Week Grief Recovery Series Begins 5-week program for any adult that has experienced the loss of a loved one.  Held on Tuesdays from 5:15 - 6:45 p.m.  450 Meadow Run, Suite 200 Hastings (269) 948-8452
2 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
3 Quilts for Kids at the Delton District Library Beginners sewing class for kids.  12:30 a.m. 330 N. Grove St. Delton (269) 623-8040
3 Wednesday Night Cruise-in at the Gilmore Car Museum Cruise in from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner and Museum grounds open. 6865 Hickory Rd. Hickory Corners (269) 671-5089
4 Hastings Farmers Market 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
5 Barry Community Hospice Living Connections Pot Luck Dinner 6:00 p.m.  Bring a dish to pass and $2 for supplies. 320 W. Woodlawn Ave. Hastings (269) 948-8452
5 Michigan Community Blood Center Blood Drive 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the Pennock Community Donor Center. 1009 W. Green St. Hastings (616) 774-2300
5 Middleville Farmers' Market Local vendors with fresh produce and creative crafts.  Every Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 100 E. Main St. Middleville (269) 795-3385
6 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
6 Grandmother's Day Tea Party at the Commission on Aging Open to the public, all ages welcome.  Small fee.  Pre-registration required. 320 W. Woodlawn Ave. Hastings (269) 948-4856
6 MI International Horse Association Show at the Barry Expo Center 5778 N. M-37 Hwy. Hastings (269) 945-2224
6 Middleville Heritage Day Day begins with a 5k run on the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail at 7:00 a.m. and also includes Parade, antique car show, crafts, games, food, tractor pull and entertainment throughout the day ending at 6:00 p.m.  Downtown Middleville George & Fran French at (269) 795-9414
7 14th Annual Muscle Car PLUS Show & Swap Meet at the Gilmore Car Museum  9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.  Car Show, swap meet, DJ, door prizes, dash plaques to first 150 cars, over 60 trophies and more!  Adults $9, over 62 or AAA members $8, children ages 7-15 $7. 6865 Hickory Rd. Hickory Corners (269) 945-2202
7 Bingo at the American Legion Post 2:00 - 7:00 p.m.  Doors open at noon.  Open to the public. 2160 S. M-37 Hwy. Hastings (269) 945-4973
7 4-H Speed Horse Show at the Barry Expo Center 5778 N. M-37 Hwy. Hastings Theresa Ferris at (269) 721-9961
8 Genealogy Club at the Delton District Library 6:30 p.m. 330 N. Grove St. Delton (269) 623-8040
9 "Nuts and Bolts of Starting a Business" Educational Program Sponsored by "The BIZ" in Partnership with the Entrepreneurial Pillar of HomeTown Partnerships 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Learn the steps to starting your own business.  This program answers basic questions regarding starting a business and writing a business plan.  Issues covered include financing, legal structure, taxes and government regulations.  A SCORE Representative will be on-site for free counseling services.  Cost is $25 for non-Chamber members and $15 for Chamber members.  R.S.V.P. required. Delton District Library    330 N. Grove St. Delton (269) 945-2454
9 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
10 Barry Community Hospice Living Connections Birthday Lunch 11:30 a.m. at Mills Landing Restaurant in Hastings. 228 N. Jefferson St. Hastings (269) 948-8452
10 Garden Club at the Delton District Library 6:00 p.m. 330 N. Grove St. Delton (269) 623-8040
10 Wednesday Night Cruise-in at the Gilmore Car Museum Cruise in from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner and Museum grounds open. 6865 Hickory Rd. Hickory Corners (269) 671-5089
11 Barry Community Hospice Bereavement Luncheon at Ponderosa Steakhouse 11:30 a.m.  Participants are responsible for the cost of their own meals. 220 S. Market St. Hastings (269) 948-3700
11 Rug Hooking at the Delton District Library 6:00 p.m. 330 N. Grove St. Delton (269) 623-8040
11 Barry County United Way's "Day of Caring" Barry County volunteer service day and United Way Kick Off! County-wide County-wide (269) 945-4010
11 Hastings Farmers Market 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
12 Middleville Farmers' Market Local vendors with fresh produce and creative crafts.  Every Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 100 E. Main St. Middleville (269) 795-3385
13 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
13 MI International Horse Association Show at the Barry Expo Center 5778 N. M-37 Hwy. Hastings (269) 945-2224
13 Hastings Car Club Shine & Show Cruise In 6:00 p.m. - dark.  Second Saturday of each month, May - September.  In the parking lot next to K-Mart.  www.hastingscarclub.com Hastings (269) 948-8789
13 Hike the North Country Trail with the Chief Noonday Chapter of the North Country Trail Association Hike the North Country Trail from M-179 Hwy. to Hall Lake. Larry Hawkins at (269) 945-5398
14 Sunday Brunch at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Brunch seating at 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.  Program at 12:15 p.m.  Cost: (Members) $11 for adults & $5 for children ages 4-10, (Non-members) $13 for adults & $6 for children ages 4-10.  Pre-registration & payment required.  Cost excludes sales tax. 701 W. Cloverdale Rd. Hastings (269) 721-4190
14 Bingo at the American Legion Post 2:00 - 7:00 p.m.  Doors open at noon.  Open to the public. 2160 S. M-37 Hwy. Hastings (269) 945-4973
15 Gun Lake Area Women's Club Winter/Summer Solace Book Club 9:30 a.m.  Everyone is welcome to attend and encouraged to join.  Ruth Perino at (269) 795-2627
16 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
16 Barry Community Hospice "Coping with Loss" Group at Carveth Village 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.  Everyone welcome, topics vary. 690 W. Main St. Middleville (269) 948-8452
17 Wednesday Night Cruise-in at the Gilmore Car Museum Cruise in from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner and Museum grounds open. 6865 Hickory Rd. Hickory Corners (269) 671-5089
18 Hastings Farmers Market 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
18 Computer Class at the Delton District Library 1:00 p.m.  Join a free one hour computer class on basic topics such as word processing, spreadsheets, and e-mail. 330 N. Grove St. Delton (269) 623-8040
19 Barry Community Hospice Living Connections Game Night 7:00 p.m. at the Commission on Aging.  Bring a snack to share and $2 for supplies. 320 W. Woodlawn Ave. Hastings (269) 948-8452
19 Thornapple Arts Council "Art Hop" in Downtown Hastings 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.  Local and regional artists display and sell their original creations inside participating downtown stores.  Downtown Hastings (269) 945-2002
19 Middleville Farmers' Market Local vendors with fresh produce and creative crafts.  Every Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 100 E. Main St. Middleville (269) 795-3385
19 Waterwonderland Winnie Motorcoaches Show at the Barry Expo Center 5778 N. M-37 Hwy. Hastings Joan Solmes at (616) 340-4021
20 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
20 Computer Class at the Delton District Library 10:00 a.m.  Join a free one hour computer class on basic topics such as word processing, spreadsheets, and e-mail. 330 N. Grove St. Delton (269) 623-8040
20 Waterwonderland Winnie Motorcoaches Show at the Barry Expo Center 5778 N. M-37 Hwy. Hastings Joan Solmes at (616) 340-4021
20 Freeport Fun Day Begins at 9:00 a.m.  Features a parade at 10:00 a.m., a car show, arts & crafts vendors, Historical Society events at the Historical Building as well as other fun activities.  Downtown Freeport Car Show: Jim (616) 765-8421 Crafters: Judy (616) 765-3100
20 Walk in the Spirit Pow Wow at Historic Charlton Park 10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.  Admission is $5 adults and $3 children ages 4-12.  2545 S. Charlton Park Rd. Hastings (269) 945-3775
20 MI International Horse Association Show at the Barry Expo Center 5778 N. M-37 Hwy. Hastings (269) 945-2224
21 Walk in the Spirit Pow Wow at Historic Charlton Park 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  Admission is $5 adults and $3 children ages 4-12.  2545 S. Charlton Park Rd. Hastings (269) 945-3775
21 Waterwonderland Winnie Motorcoaches Show at the Barry Expo Center 5778 N. M-37 Hwy. Hastings Joan Solmes at (616) 340-4021
21 Bingo at the American Legion Post 2:00 - 7:00 p.m.  Doors open at noon.  Open to the public. 2160 S. M-37 Hwy. Hastings (269) 945-4973
23 "Overview on How to Start a Business" Educational Program Sponsored by "The BIZ" in Partnership with the Entrepreneurial Pillar of HomeTown Partnerships 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  Learn the steps to starting your own business.  This program answers basic questions regarding starting a business and writing a business plan.  Issues covered include financing, legal structure, taxes and government regulations.  SCORE Counselor, Ken Baker, will be on-site offering free counseling services.  Cost is $25 for non-Chamber members and $15 for Chamber members.  R.S.V.P. required. Middleville Fire Dept. Community Room (Tentative) Middleville (269) 945-2454
23 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
23 Dessert and Discussion Series at the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station 7:30 p.m.  Discussion on "Michigan's Changing Landscape."  Free and open to the public  3700 E. Gull Lake Dr. Hickory Corners (269) 671-2263
24 Wednesday Night Cruise-in at the Gilmore Car Museum Cruise in from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner and Museum grounds open. 6865 Hickory Rd. Hickory Corners (269) 671-5089
25 Barry Community Hospice Grief Support Group 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.  Open to anyone who has experienced a loss, discussion topics vary. 450 Meadow Run, Suite 200 Hastings (269) 948-8452
25 Hastings Farmers Market 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
25 Production of Woody Allen's "Don't Drink the Water" by the Thornapple Players 7:00 p.m. at the Central Elementary Auditorium in Hastings. 509 S. Broadway Hastings (269) 945-2332
26 Production of Woody Allen's "Don't Drink the Water" by the Thornapple Players 7:00 p.m. at the Central Elementary Auditorium in Hastings. 509 S. Broadway Hastings (269) 945-2332
26 Middleville Farmers' Market Local vendors with fresh produce and creative crafts.  Every Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 100 E. Main St. Middleville (269) 795-3385
27 Production of Woody Allen's "Don't Drink the Water" by the Thornapple Players 7:00 p.m. at the Central Elementary Auditorium in Hastings. 509 S. Broadway Hastings (269) 945-2332
27 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555
27 Lumber Jack Show at Historic Charlton Park Admission is $8 adults and $4 for children ages 4-12. 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd. Hastings (269) 945-3775
28 Production of Woody Allen's "Don't Drink the Water" by the Thornapple Players 2:00 p.m. at the Central Elementary Auditorium in Hastings. 509 S. Broadway Hastings (269) 945-2332
28 Lumber Jack Show at Historic Charlton Park Admission is $8 adults and $4 for children ages 4-12. 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd. Hastings (269) 945-3775
28 4-H Speed Horse Show at the Barry Expo Center 5778 N. M-37 Hwy. Hastings Theresa Ferris at (269) 721-9961
28 Gun Lake Area Women's Club Annual Home Tour Fundraiser 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.  Tour beautiful homes in the Gun Lake area. Gun Lake Marjory at (269) 795-3969 or Fran at (269) 795-8731
28 Bingo at the American Legion Post 2:00 - 7:00 p.m.  Doors open at noon.  Open to the public. 2160 S. M-37 Hwy. Hastings (269) 945-4973
30 Hastings Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Selling farm fresh produce, plants and crafts.  Located in the city parking lot next to Tyden Park on N. Broadway. Downtown Hastings (269) 818-7555