Are you hungry for history?

“Feeding the Family” is the 2023 theme for the “Spring Into the Past” annual tour of about 30 small-town museums and historical societies that are members of the Tri-River Historical Museum Network. (This annual event held the first weekend of May received the 2021 Historical Society of Michigan State Award for Special Events/Programs.)

This year’s tour is Saturday, May 6 from 11 am to 5 pm and Sunday, May 7 from 1 to 4 pm. Most members will be open the same days and hours during this special weekend, so folks can map out a tour of nearby museums to visit on the same day.   

A booklet of information is available at any member museum, or one can be downloaded at commoncorners.com. It has a handy map to plot your tour ahead of time. Other information is available at tririvermuseums.com .  

You’ll be amazed at the variety of displays on the theme – from growing food on the farm – to hunting and fishing – to selling in a store – to cooking, preserving, serving food and many other creative ideas.  

At the Red Mill in Portland special display(s) about Valley City Milling will be featured.  

Tri-River members are located in Barry, Eaton, Ionia, Kent and Montcalm counties and have joined together to share ideas and encourage one another in their history gathering. All museums will be free during this annual tour, but donations are appreciated and are often the only income they receive.   

Come and “feed your family” the history you remember or have heard about. It will give you all something to talk about for a long time! See you at the museums!  

​BUSINESS ENHANCEMENT / DISTRICT DESIGN & APPEARANCE
PROMOTING THE COMMUNITY / ANNUAL PROJECTS

   
 

The 7^th Annual Red Mill Community Day is right around the corner and we thought we'd let you know about it.

Attached you will find the vendor application for the upcoming 2023 Red Mill Community Day (being held Saturday, August 26). Here are a few highlights from the application:

• The vendor area will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Set up time begins at 7:00 a.m. and all vendors must be ready to display by 8:30 a.m.
• The craft vendor area will again be on Water Street so prepare accordingly.
• Cost is a non-refundable $30.00 fee for a 10' x 10' booth space and a donation(s) for our silent auction. (Income from the silent auction allow Friends of the Red Mill to cover expenses for community day and make improvements to the Red Mill Pavilion and grounds.) Donations with a detailed description of the item(s) are due at the time of arrival. These descriptions will be attached to the bid sheets.
• We are limiting vendors to 75.
• Completed applications must be received by August 1.
  
  Please feel free to share this email with others you know who may have a business, be a crafter, involved in a non-profit or the education field, or is a food vendor.

If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Will ( 734.493.2100) or Noreen Logel (517.743.1830) or send an email to friendsoftheredmill@gmail.com

Thank you!

Noreen Logel, Chairperson
Friends of the Red Mill
517.743.1830

Geranium Pickup date is May 11th, Noon - 6pm

• Annuals & Perennials
• Heirloom Vegetable Plants
• Herb Starts
• Hanging Baskets
• Potted Plants
• Bird Feeders
• Soaps & Oils
• Yard Art
• Candles & Crafts
• Baked Goods & Honey
• Lawn & Garden Equipment
• Lawn & Garden Services

The MEGA Mixer

APPETIZERS | CASH BAR | DRAWING FOR DOOR PRIZES

Portland Businesses & Organizations - here's a unique opportunity to connect and network with your peers around Ionia County in a relaxed, fun atmosphere.  

All Members of the business Community are welcome!

Bring a door prize and receive 1 minute at the microphone to promote your business

Bring plenty of business cards

• Annuals & Perennials
• Heirloom Vegetable Plants
• Herb Starts
• Hanging Baskets
• Potted Plants
• Bird Feeders
• Soaps & Oils
• Yard Art
• Candles & Crafts
• Baked Goods & Honey
• Lawn & Garden Equipment
• Lawn & Garden Services

18th Annual Suzanne J. Buche Cancer Awareness Tournament

• 50/50 drawings
• Raffle Tickets
• Silent Auction