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Events in the month of August 2024
DateEvent
8/7/2024
Sip & Shop  ~   Shop & Nibble   ~   Grab a bite and a beverage to picnic with music!  

Show your support and patronage to our downtown businesses on Kent and Bridge who are in construction mode, every day... But celebrate with them each Wednesday that gets us closer to the finish line.

Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :)    Here are links to their offerings!
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell.  After walking around downtown, grab a bite & beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment (thanks to our generous sponsors).  Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating :)
Check out the schedule and links:

Performance Date Entertainers SPONSORs
June 5, 2024  Kick Back Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs
June 12, 2024 PHS - Jazz Public Schools
June 19, 2024 Jake & Shelby Series Sponsors
June 26, 2024 B-Side Growlers Series Sponsors
July 10, 2024  We Three Strings  ConfluxCity Brewing Co
July 17, 2024  Russ Holcomb  World Wide Marine Insurance
July 24, 2024  Einer Meher Donating Talent
July 31, 2024 AJ and the Drifters Series Sponsors
August 7, 2024  Lightning Matches Series Sponsors
August 14, 2024  The Unusual Suspects Donating Talent
August 21, 2024 Atomic Annie Series Sponsors
August 28, 2024 Parted Waters Series Sponsors


      

 

more info...
8/7/2024


Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell.  After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment. 
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
Performance Date Entertainers SPONSORs
June 5, 2024  Kick Back Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs
June 12, 2024 PHS - Jazz Public Schools
June 19, 2024 Jake & Shelby Series Sponsors
June 26, 2024 B-Side Growlers Series Sponsors
July 10, 2024  We Three Strings  ConfluxCity Brewing Co
July 17, 2024  Russ Holcomb  World Wide Marine Insurance
July 24, 2024  Einer Meher Donating Talent
July 31, 2024 AJ and the Drifters Series Sponsors
August 7, 2024  Lightning Matches  Series Sponsors
August 14, 2024  The Unusual Suspects Donating Talent
August 21, 2024 Atomic Annie Series Sponsors
August 28, 2024 Parted Waters Series Sponsors

This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'

Sip & Shop  ~   Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music!    Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :)    Here are links to their offerings!
 

more info...
8/10/2024
Bogue Flats
Lansing Vs Kalamazoo  1pm
Kalamazoo Vs Portland  3pm
Lansing Vs Portland   5pm


more info...
8/10/2024

We're thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to join us for this fantastically reimagined event!       
Link Here for Tickets and EARLY DEALS!

Brew's Gone Wild!  What better way to spend a summer Saturday than surrounded by fellow beverage connoisseurs and enthusiasts?  We’re focusing on hyper local, small batches, of everything artisanally brewed.  This riverfront venue is brimming with fun and excitement on the Veterans Memorial Bridge, River Boardwalk & Trail, Splashpad and Park Pavilion all featuring:

    • An exceptional selection of brewed beverages; Beer, Wine, Cider, Seltzer, Cocktails, Mocktails, Coffee, Tea - over 50 to choose from
    • Captivating music delivered by the talented NEON CROWS!
    • A variety of culinary delights  
    • The opportunity to explore products offered by Makers Market vendors  
    • Lighthearted competition through games and contests along with fun-filled activities aimed at enhancing the venues atmosphere  

Join us in what promises to be a memorable exploration into the world of fine brewing accompanied by unforgettable fun.

All tickets purchased 'at the gate' increase by $10

'Designated Driver' tickets are available for those interested non-alcoholic brews or simply attending the event with friends and family. 

Suggestion:  Leave those high heals at home - you wouldn't want to get stuck in the grates on the bridge! ;)

Must be 21 or older on August 10, 2024  (born 2003 or earlier).  Due to the river venue, and alcohol present, no one with strollers, babies or children strapped to an adult will be allowed access. Dogs are only allowed if leashed and documentation as a service animal is presented.  

All Proceeds earned by MI Portland Downtown are re-invested back into the Portland community:  * hosting Independence Fireworks and HolidayFest,   * Placemaking - Building Better Together,   *  providing resources and services for local small businesses and organizations

Purchase Tickets Here 

Join BrewCrew VOLUNTEERS (with benefits) Here


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8/13/2024

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

Public and Stakeholders welcome

   
 
This is HOW we do it!   And you can be a part of making a lot of wonderful things happen by joining us.

This is WHEN we do it!  on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at City Hall Council Chambers  6:15 - 7:30pm. 
Become a regular and see how even more gets done. 

 

more info...
8/14/2024
Sip & Shop  ~   Shop & Nibble   ~   Grab a bite and a beverage to picnic with music!  

Show your support and patronage to our downtown businesses on Kent and Bridge who are in construction mode, every day... But celebrate with them each Wednesday that gets us closer to the finish line.

Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :)    Here are links to their offerings!
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell.  After walking around downtown, grab a bite & beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment (thanks to our generous sponsors).  Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating :)
Check out the schedule and links:

Performance Date Entertainers SPONSORs
June 5, 2024  Kick Back Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs
June 12, 2024 PHS - Jazz Public Schools
June 19, 2024 Jake & Shelby Series Sponsors
June 26, 2024 B-Side Growlers Series Sponsors
July 10, 2024  We Three Strings  ConfluxCity Brewing Co
July 17, 2024  Russ Holcomb  World Wide Marine Insurance
July 24, 2024  Einer Meher Donating Talent
July 31, 2024 AJ and the Drifters Series Sponsors
August 7, 2024  Lightning Matches Series Sponsors
August 14, 2024  The Unusual Suspects Donating Talent
August 21, 2024 Atomic Annie Series Sponsors
August 28, 2024 Parted Waters Series Sponsors


      

 

more info...
8/14/2024


Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell.  After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment. 
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
Performance Date Entertainers SPONSORs
June 5, 2024  Kick Back Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs
June 12, 2024 PHS - Jazz Public Schools
June 19, 2024 Jake & Shelby Series Sponsors
June 26, 2024 B-Side Growlers Series Sponsors
July 10, 2024  We Three Strings  ConfluxCity Brewing Co
July 17, 2024  Russ Holcomb  World Wide Marine Insurance
July 24, 2024  Einer Meher Donating Talent
July 31, 2024 AJ and the Drifters Series Sponsors
August 7, 2024  Lightning Matches  Series Sponsors
August 14, 2024  The Unusual Suspects Donating Talent
August 21, 2024 Atomic Annie Series Sponsors
August 28, 2024 Parted Waters Series Sponsors

This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'

Sip & Shop  ~   Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music!    Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :)    Here are links to their offerings!
 

more info...
8/21/2024
Sip & Shop  ~   Shop & Nibble   ~   Grab a bite and a beverage to picnic with music!  

Show your support and patronage to our downtown businesses on Kent and Bridge who are in construction mode, every day... But celebrate with them each Wednesday that gets us closer to the finish line.

Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :)    Here are links to their offerings!
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell.  After walking around downtown, grab a bite & beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment (thanks to our generous sponsors).  Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating :)
Check out the schedule and links:

Performance Date Entertainers SPONSORs
June 5, 2024  Kick Back Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs
June 12, 2024 PHS - Jazz Public Schools
June 19, 2024 Jake & Shelby Series Sponsors
June 26, 2024 B-Side Growlers Series Sponsors
July 10, 2024  We Three Strings  ConfluxCity Brewing Co
July 17, 2024  Russ Holcomb  World Wide Marine Insurance
July 24, 2024  Einer Meher Donating Talent
July 31, 2024 AJ and the Drifters Series Sponsors
August 7, 2024  Lightning Matches Series Sponsors
August 14, 2024  The Unusual Suspects Donating Talent
August 21, 2024 Atomic Annie Series Sponsors
August 28, 2024 Parted Waters Series Sponsors


      

 

more info...
8/21/2024


Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell.  After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment. 
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
Performance Date Entertainers SPONSORs
June 5, 2024  Kick Back Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs
June 12, 2024 PHS - Jazz Public Schools
June 19, 2024 Jake & Shelby Series Sponsors
June 26, 2024 B-Side Growlers Series Sponsors
July 10, 2024  We Three Strings  ConfluxCity Brewing Co
July 17, 2024  Russ Holcomb  World Wide Marine Insurance
July 24, 2024  Einer Meher Donating Talent
July 31, 2024 AJ and the Drifters Series Sponsors
August 7, 2024  Lightning Matches  Series Sponsors
August 14, 2024  The Unusual Suspects Donating Talent
August 21, 2024 Atomic Annie Series Sponsors
August 28, 2024 Parted Waters Series Sponsors

This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'

Sip & Shop  ~   Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music!    Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :)    Here are links to their offerings!
 

more info...
8/24/2024

Get a 'sample' and watch 2021 Community Day Fun here  

Come join Friends of the Red Mill for their 7th Annual Red Mill Community Day.  This event is all about community with food trucks, vendor booth, a vintage baseball game, kids and adult pedal tractor pulls, inflatibles, pony rides and a petting farm, covered wagon rides, a chain saw carver demonstration, and much, much more!!  Most of the events are at no cost or minimal cost to you.

The band "Collateral Damage" will be playing in the pavilion beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 26 so bring a lawn chair and come enjoy some popcorn and the music


"We are blown away with the unbelievable attendance, support and COMMUNITY involvement for our #RedMillCommunityDay festival last Saturday. We are speechless to say the least.
THANK YOU to Portland and the surrounding communities for your continuous support to the Friends of the Red Mill group events.
We are truly blessed❤️"

Featuring:    Kid Zone  *  Farmers Market  *  Art & Craft Vendors  *  Food Trucks  *  Fresh Roasted Corn on the Cob  *  Covered Wagon Rides  *  Pony's & Petting Zone  *  Hands on Tractors  *  Live Music  *  Concert  *  Silent Auction  * AND MORE!!

more info...
8/24/2024
Bogue Flats

Sidney Vs Portland   4pm


more info...
8/26/2024
The members of Portland Downtown Development Authority Board are people that have a passion for downtown. They have grown up here, created memories here, and love it here. Their dedication stems from their interest in the growth and prosperity of #MiPortland and the community. Our Board aims to ensure that Portland continues to be a place that matters for generations to come.

more info...
8/28/2024
Sip & Shop  ~   Shop & Nibble   ~   Grab a bite and a beverage to picnic with music!  

Show your support and patronage to our downtown businesses on Kent and Bridge who are in construction mode, every day... But celebrate with them each Wednesday that gets us closer to the finish line.

Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :)    Here are links to their offerings!
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell.  After walking around downtown, grab a bite & beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment (thanks to our generous sponsors).  Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating :)
Check out the schedule and links:

Performance Date Entertainers SPONSORs
June 5, 2024  Kick Back Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs
June 12, 2024 PHS - Jazz Public Schools
June 19, 2024 Jake & Shelby Series Sponsors
June 26, 2024 B-Side Growlers Series Sponsors
July 10, 2024  We Three Strings  ConfluxCity Brewing Co
July 17, 2024  Russ Holcomb  World Wide Marine Insurance
July 24, 2024  Einer Meher Donating Talent
July 31, 2024 AJ and the Drifters Series Sponsors
August 7, 2024  Lightning Matches Series Sponsors
August 14, 2024  The Unusual Suspects Donating Talent
August 21, 2024 Atomic Annie Series Sponsors
August 28, 2024 Parted Waters Series Sponsors


      

 

more info...
8/28/2024


Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell.  After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment. 
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
Performance Date Entertainers SPONSORs
June 5, 2024  Kick Back Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs
June 12, 2024 PHS - Jazz Public Schools
June 19, 2024 Jake & Shelby Series Sponsors
June 26, 2024 B-Side Growlers Series Sponsors
July 10, 2024  We Three Strings  ConfluxCity Brewing Co
July 17, 2024  Russ Holcomb  World Wide Marine Insurance
July 24, 2024  Einer Meher Donating Talent
July 31, 2024 AJ and the Drifters Series Sponsors
August 7, 2024  Lightning Matches  Series Sponsors
August 14, 2024  The Unusual Suspects Donating Talent
August 21, 2024 Atomic Annie Series Sponsors
August 28, 2024 Parted Waters Series Sponsors

This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'

Sip & Shop  ~   Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music!    Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :)    Here are links to their offerings!
 

more info...